Not sure if the new Meta Glasses co-designed by Kylie Jenner are for you? These 3 alternatives from Meta, XReal, and RayNeo are all on offer right now

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Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:16:45 +0000

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The new Meta Glasses are sleek, stylish, and smart, but not all smart glasses are made equal. Whether you want entertainment streaming or a more familiar design, these are your best options

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Meta just announced some stunning new smart glasses, one pair of which has been co-designed by the Kylie Jenner. The specs, as always designed alongside Ray-Ban parent company EssilorLuxottica, will start at $299 / 269 / AU$599, offer much the same in terms of features as the second-generation Ray-Ban Metas, with improvements
in some places, such as the addition of adjustable nose pieces, plus a lot of design and color choices.

They're available already, perhaps in efforts to beat Apple's suspected smart spec play later this year, but if you want AR experiences or the safe pair of hands the Ray-Ban frames offer design-wise, you might be better off shopping around. Image 1 of 9 I love the look of all of Meta's new Essilor Luxottica
AI glasses, but they're not well-suited for entertainment and it remains to
be seen how comfortable and durable the newly designed frames will be. (Image credit: Lance Ulanoff / Future) (Image credit: Lance Ulanoff / Future) (Image credit: Lance Ulanoff / Future) (Image credit: Lance Ulanoff / Future) (Image credit: Lance Ulanoff / Future) (Image credit: Lance Ulanoff / Future) (Image credit: Lance Ulanoff / Future) (Image credit: Lance Ulanoff / Future) (Image credit: Lance Ulanoff / Future) Luckily, there are a few alternatives which may well be better for your needs currently on offer, some as part of the Amazon Prime Day deals, plus a few others from regional retailers like Best Buy in the US and Currys in the UK.

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For me, personally, the deal-breaker is always style. A lot of smart glasses are more masculine in form, and few can hold their own against my bangs when it comes to filming, meaning a lot of my best vacation shots have been ruined by errant hair. That's why the new wider-frame Meta Starfire Kylie Edition frames have captured my heart so much, but if you're not bothered by that,
you can score some of the best smart glasses we've tested for less right now. Read on for my top picks. Today's best smart glasses deals (US) Save 19% ($55.80) RayNeo Air 4 Pro: was $295 now $239.20 at Amazon The Air 4 Pro is a significant upgrade to the Air 3S Pro, with HDR10 and B&O audio. The AI 3D works well on personal video, just not streaming content, and it all comes together as an excellent value package; however, these are display glasses, not true AR. Read more Read less View Deal Meta Ray-Ban Meta (gen 1), Wayfarer, Shiny Black, Green Lenses | Smart Ai Glasses: was $299 now $224 at Walmart A neat $75 saving on Meta's first-generation Ray-Ban smart glasses is a great way to capture the moment during vacation season without breaking the bank if you want to stick with the tried and true Ray-Ban frames. The only major differences with the new second-generation model are the longer battery life and a wider range of slightly higher-quality filming options. Read more Read less View Deal Xreal One Pro: was $599.99 now $549.99 at Best Buy We scored these smart specs 4.5 stars in our review, praising their entertainment-first featureset. That includes solid Bose audio and a large full-HD display, which looks better than ever thanks to a new optical engine. However, the glasses are also a bit pricey, so this $50 discount is very welcome. Read more Read less View Deal Today's best smart glasses deals (UK) Save 34% (130.01) RayNeo Air 4 Pro: was 379 now 248.99 at Amazon Featuring HDR10 and B&O audio, these smart display glasses are fantastic for personal video, streaming and even gaming. The AI 3D works well on personal video,
just not streaming content, and it all comes together as an excellent value package; however, these are display glasses, not true AR. Read more Read less
View Deal Xreal 1s Ar Glasses, 500" Virtual Screen Smart Glasses With 52
Fov, Native 3dof, Real 3d, Powered by X1 Chip, Supports All Usb-C Dp Devices Including Iphone 17/16/15, Steam Deck & Rog Ally: was 399 now 359 at Amazon Another pair of 4.5-star rated smart glasses to add to the basket, the Xreal 1s are designed more for entertainment than everyday wear. They render a virtual big screen for almost any USB-C-sporting device, and between that and the excellent clarity, color, fit, and feel, these are a solid purchase with 40 off during Prime Day. Read more Read less View Deal Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer (gen 1) Large Glasses - Matte Black, Clear to G15 Green Transitions: was 379 now 284 at Currys I wouldn't call this a great deal, but it's still worth highlighting. Meta also lists the first-generation model at this price, but
at Curry's you can get a large pair with free next-day delivery in most areas and up to two months of Apple Music, Apple Fitness+ and Apple Arcade.
Packing an ultra-wide 12 MP camera and up to 32 hours of battery life with a charging case, these are pretty much the industry standard all-rounders; but the Gen 2-pair boost the battery and offer more filming options. Read more Read less View Deal I'd definitely spotlight the RayNeo Air 4 Pro deals as the best of the bunch. My colleague Hamish Hector is somewhat of a smart spec aficionado, and he raves about the RayNeo Air 4 Pro ; you can watch below or read his full 4.5-star review to learn more about why. RayNeo Air 4 Pro review: the best affordable XR glasses money can buy in 2026 - YouTube Watch On More Prime Day deals in the US Amazon Devices : Fire Sticks & Echo from
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