Whether you wear prescription glasses or just want stylish, functional shades, the lens options determine how practical these smart glasses are in daily life. And while the authentic Ray-Ban and Oakley lenses are premium, they’re also expensive and limited. That’s why many people choose to buy the frames and then upgrade with Lensology’s ‘Click & Fit’ Meta lenses – giving them more choice, wider prescription ranges, and significant savings.
At Lensology, we focus on the part of smart glasses that truly impacts daily use – the lenses. No matter how advanced the tech, the right lenses are what make them wearable and practical. Let’s take a closer look at the lens options for each new model, and how you can get the best vision from your new Meta smart glasses.
Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2
The Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 is the headline launch of Meta’s new smart glasses. Building on the popularity of the first generation, these frames combine Ray-Ban’s classic styling with Meta’s upgraded cameras, microphones, and AI features – all neatly integrated into everyday glasses.
While the tech is impressive, the lenses are where things get tricky, especially for prescription wearers.
Manufacturer Lens Options & Pricing
If you buy directly from Ray-Ban, here’s what you can expect to pay on top of the frame price (£379):
| Single Vision Clear: +£139 | Varifocal Clear: +£299 |
| Single Vision with Blue Light: +£169 | Varifocal with Blue Light: +£329 |
| Single Vision Tinted: +£199 | Varifocal Tinted: +£379 |
| Single Vision Polarised: +£229 | Varifocal Polarised: +£409 |
That means a pair of Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 with varifocal polarised lenses will cost you £788 – and even single-vision tinted lenses push the price well beyond £575!
And the choice is fairly limited:
- Only a small selection of tints (doesn’t include Transitions® XTRActive®)
- Limited prescription range (typically up to around -6.00 to +4.00).
- Add-ons like coatings cost extra.
Lensology vs Manufacturer Lenses
At Lensology, you don’t need to be restricted by those limits. Our ‘Click & Fit’ replacement lenses mean you can buy the Metas with standard lenses and then purchase replacement lenses through us – saving money and opening up far more options.
Here’s how Lensology compares:
- Price: Our prescription lenses for Meta smart glasses start at just £34 (single vision clear). Our varifocals (progressive lenses) start from £89 (Good), £134 (Better), and £214 (Best).
- Choice: Ray-Ban only offers a handful of tints, whereas Lensology lets you choose from gradients, mirrors, fashion colours, and even Transitions® XTRActive® – giving you far more ways to personalise your glasses.
- Prescription Range: If your prescription falls outside Ray-Ban’s limits of -6/00 to +4.00, you’d be told you can’t have prescription lenses – but with Lensology, we can almost always help, even if you have Prism values and a strong prescription.
- Flexibility: You can swap lenses as easily as you swap outfits – e.g. clear for daily wear, tinted for when you’re out and about, polarised for trips to the beach, Transitions® XTRActive® for changing light conditions.
- Added Value: With our ULTIMA coating (from +£20), you’ll also get a free upgrade to the next thinner lens index, anti-glare, scratch resistance, easy-clean, UV protection, priority processing and a 12-month warranty – all included.
Buying Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 directly with prescription or varifocal/progressive lenses can quickly become very expensive, and you’ll still be limited in choice. With Lensology, you can buy your frames with standard lenses, then order customised lenses using our ‘Click & Fit’ service – giving you:
- A wider range of lenses and coatings
- Prescription support most manufacturers won’t touch
- Huge cost savings – while still enjoying the latest Meta smart glasses tech.
Save money, unlock more lens options, and make your Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 work for your lifestyle – order your replacement lenses today.
Oakley Meta Vanguard
The Oakley Meta Vanguard is Meta’s first sport-focused smart glasses. With Oakley’s distinctive wraparound styling and Meta’s upgraded cameras and microphones, these frames are designed for active lifestyles.
Manufacturer Lens Options
- Vanguard lenses are available non-prescription only
- Customers can choose between 4 different Oakley’s standard sunglass tints, but there’s no prescription support.
Lensology Comparison
- Currently, Lensology cannot supply replacement lenses for the Vanguard due to its lens shape and integration
- However, we’ll be monitoring demand closely – and as soon as there’s a safe, reliable way to reglaze them, we’ll be ready to support prescription and custom lens options
- For now, if you need prescription lenses, the Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 remains the smarter choice.
For now, the Oakley Vanguard is only suited to non-prescription wearers. If you’re an athlete or outdoor enthusiast who needs vision correction, the Ray-Ban Gen 2 remains the best option.
Ray-Ban Meta Display
The Ray-Ban Meta Display is Meta’s first step into AR smart glasses. With a discreet built-in display, these frames overlay digital information onto your real-world view.
Manufacturer Lens Options
- Available with prescription lenses, but only through Ray-Ban directly
- Prescription range is limited (-4.00 to +4.00)
- Prices are premium, and lens choices are restricted to a handful of options.
Lensology Comparison
- At present, Lensology cannot supply lenses for the Display model due to the complexity of the display integration
- However, our team is actively researching future solutions to expand prescription support
- If you’re interested in AR smart glasses and rely on a stronger prescription, this is something to keep an eye on.
We’re actively researching safe ways to support prescription lenses for AR smart glasses. As these technologies evolve, Lensology will be ready to help more wearers access them.
Smarter Lenses for Smarter Glasses
Meta’s new smart glasses are pushing the boundaries of what eyewear can do. But while the tech is exciting, the lenses are often the limiting factor – expensive, narrow in range, and with only basic options available.
With the Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2, Lensology already offers a smarter way forward. By buying the frames with standard lenses and reglazing through Lensology, you can save hundreds while unlocking a wider choice of clear, tinted, polarised, mirrored, or Transitions® XTRActive® lenses – all tailored to your prescription.
Save money, unlock more lens options, and make your Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 smart glasses truly your own. Order your replacement lenses today, or email us at meta@lensology.co.uk for free expert advice.
