Wayfayer Meta Gen 2 vs Oakley Meta HSTN
Buy the Oakley Meta HSTN if you want sport sunglasses with polarized Prizm lenses for cycling, golf or bright outdoor light. Buy the Wayfayer Meta Gen 2 if you want a fashion frame in standard or large sizes and a left-oriented 100° camera. Both list up to 8 hours of battery and 3K video, so the choice comes down to lenses, fit and style. No current prices were provided for either pair, so check each store's listing for the latest price.
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Wayfayer Meta Gen 2
Choose the Wayfayer Meta Gen 2 if you want a Hollywood-style acetate frame in standard or large sizes with a 100° left-oriented camera and green UV sun lenses.
- Standard and large sizes fit more face shapes
- Charging case adds up to 48 hours and reaches 50% in 20 minutes
- 32GB storage holds about 1,000+ photos or 100+ 30s videos
- Fashion acetate frame works for everyday wear
- Lenses are not polarized
- Left-oriented camera can feel awkward for right-handed capture
- Green tint limits use in low light
What separates them
| Wayfayer Meta Gen 2 | Oakley Meta HSTN | |
|---|---|---|
| Lens | Green UV lenses, 100% UVA/UVB, non-polarized | Polarized Prizm glass, 11% light transmission, gradient tint |
| Frame style | Full-rim acetate, fashion look, black | Sport wrap, gray, unisex, one size |
| Fit options | Standard and large frame sizes | One size, high bridge fit, 133 mm hinge to hinge |
| Camera | 12 MP wide-angle, 100° field of view, left-oriented | Same Meta camera platform, 3K video |
| Prescription range | Prescription-ready, lens types vary | RX range -6.00 to +6.00 |
| Battery | Up to 8 hours, 48 more with case, 50% in 20 minutes | Up to 8 hours |
| Storage | 32GB, about 1,000+ photos or 100+ 30s videos | Not specified |
Price history
- Wayfayer Meta Gen 2: lowest $379.00 on Nov 1 at Amazon.
- Oakley Meta HSTN: lowest $399.00 on Nov 2 at Macy's.
Prices at every store
Wayfayer Meta Gen 2
- B&H Photo-Video-AudioCheck price at B&H Photo-Video-Audio
- Maroon & CoCheck price at Maroon & Co
- Micro CenterCheck price at Micro Center
Oakley Meta HSTN
- Kohl'sCheck price at Kohl's
- Macy'sCheck price at Macy's
- MyEyeDr.Check price at MyEyeDr.
Specs compared
| Spec | Wayfayer Meta Gen 2 | Oakley Meta HSTN |
|---|---|---|
| Lens Type | UV | Polarized, Prizm |
| Temple Length | 50 mm long | 145 mm |
| Battery life | Up to 8 hours | — |
| Case battery | Additional 48 hours with charging case | — |
| Camera resolution | Wide-angle 12 MP camera | — |
| Field of view | 100° field of view, left-oriented | — |
| Video resolution | Up to 3K video resolution at 30 frames per seco… | — |
| Frame rate | Up to 60 frames per second at 1080p | — |
| Microphones | 5-mic acoustic array | — |
| Controls | 2-way touchpad |
What reviewers say
Wayfayer Meta Gen 2
Owners of Meta's camera glasses generally like the hands-free capture and the fact that they look like ordinary frames. Complaints center on battery life under heavy use and on the social awkwardness of the camera.
- Looks like normal sunglasses
- Quick photo and video capture without a phone
- Comfortable open-ear audio for calls and podcasts
- Battery drains quickly with video recording
- Camera can make people around you uncomfortable
- Audio quality is fine for calls but thin for music
Questions and answers
- Which is better for cycling or golf?
- The Oakley Meta HSTN. Its polarized Prizm lenses and high bridge fit are built for sport, and the 11% light transmission suits bright days.
- Which has better battery life?
- The Wayfayer Meta Gen 2. Both list up to 8 hours, but the Wayfayer adds up to 48 hours with its charging case and reaches 50% in 20 minutes.
- Can I get either in prescription lenses?
- Yes. The Wayfayer is prescription-ready with several lens types, and the Oakley Meta HSTN covers an RX range of -6.00 to +6.00.
- Is the Oakley worth more than the Wayfayer?
- It depends on the price at each store. The Oakley adds polarized Prizm lenses and a sport fit; the Wayfayer adds a charging case, 32GB storage and two frame sizes.
- Which fits larger faces?
- The Wayfayer Meta Gen 2, which comes in standard and large sizes. The Oakley Meta HSTN is one size, 133 mm hinge to hinge.
- Do both record 3K video?
- Yes. Both list 3K video, and the Wayfayer specifies 30 fps at 3K and up to 60 fps at 1080p.