Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer Gen 2 Smartglasses vs Ray-Ban Meta Skyler
Buy the Wayfarer Gen 2 if you want the newer hardware: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, a 6-mic array and a 9-hour claim. Buy the Skyler if the cat-eye shape and Transitions lenses fit your face and prescription needs better. The Wayfarer Gen 2 is $379.00 at Curacao as of November 3, 2026, and no current price was given for the Skyler.
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Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer Gen 2 Smartglasses
$379.00at CuracaoObserved at 11:30 PM
Choose the Wayfarer Gen 2 if you want the newer connectivity, longer claimed battery life and the classic square frame.
Pros
- Newer radio specs: Bluetooth 5.3 and Wi-Fi 6.
- Up to 9 hours claimed, with a quick 20-minute top-up in the case.
- 32GB storage for photos and video.
- 6 mics for calls and voice commands.
- Classic Wayfarer shape in polished Havana.
Cons
- Fixed green lenses, no Transitions option listed.
- $379.00 at Curacao as of November 3, 2026, is well above its recent low of $200.00 on November 1.
What separates them
| Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer Gen 2 Smartglasses | Ray-Ban Meta Skyler | |
|---|---|---|
| Frame shape | Square Wayfarer | Cat eye |
| Lenses | G-15 Green, fixed tint | Cerulean Blue Transitions, darkens in sunlight |
| Battery claim | Up to 9 hours, plus about 4 hours from the case | Not stated in the specs given |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 6 certified | Not stated in the specs given |
| Microphones | 6-mic array | Not stated in the specs given |
| Storage | 32GB | Not stated in the specs given |
| Camera | 12MP ultrawide, up to 3K video | 12MP ultrawide |
| Weight | Not stated in the specs given |
Price history
$329.00$200.00
- Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer Gen 2 Smartglasses: lowest $200.00 on Nov 1 at eBay.
- Ray-Ban Meta Skyler: lowest $284.00 on Nov 1 at Amazon.
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Specs compared
| Spec | Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer Gen 2 Smartglasses | Ray-Ban Meta Skyler |
|---|---|---|
| Lens color | G-15 Green Lenses | Cerulean Blue Transitions® |
| Bridge width | 22 | 20 mm |
| Battery life | 8+ Hour Battery | — |
| Battery life (claimed) | up to 9 hours | — |
| Charging case | up to 4 additional hours with a quick 20-minute… | — |
| Storage | 32GB Flash Storage | — |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 Certified | — |
| Speakers | 2 Speaker Open Ear | — |
| Microphones | 6 Mic Array | — |
| Compatibility |
Questions and answers
- Which has the better camera?
- Both use a 12MP ultrawide camera. The Wayfarer Gen 2 adds up to 3K video capture, so it does more if you record clips.
- Which lasts longer on a charge?
- The Wayfarer Gen 2 claims up to 9 hours, plus about 4 more from the case. No battery figure was given for the Skyler.
- Are the Skyler lenses better outdoors?
- Yes. The Skyler uses Transitions lenses that darken in sunlight. The Wayfarer Gen 2 uses fixed G-15 green lenses.
- Is the Wayfarer Gen 2 worth $379.00?
- It is the newer pair with better connectivity and battery claims. Its own price history shows $200.00 on November 1, so waiting for a drop is reasonable.
- Which fits smaller faces?
- The Skyler lists a 133 mm hinge-to-hinge width and 52 mm lenses, which suits narrower faces. The Wayfarer Gen 2 lists only a 22 mm bridge.
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