At a glance
- Display type
- OLED micro-display, monocular (not see-through waveguide)
- Resolution
- 640x360
- Field of view
- 16.8°
- Weight
- 190 g
- Battery
- 2 hr
- Rugged IP67, 2m drop rated — proven in warehouses and surgery suites
- Hot-swappable batteries allow zero-interruption all-shift use
- Monocular occluded display with narrow 16.8-degree FOV
- Aging Android base version
Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses
Vuzix
Read the full overview$1,500
Buy at Vuzix- Field of view
- 16.8°
- Weight
- 190 g
- Battery
- 2 hr
The Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses are smart glasses with a heads-up display from Vuzix, released 2019-09. They feature a 640x360 per-eye OLED micro-display, monocular (not see-through waveguide), 16.8° field of view. Weight is 190g. Best for: Warehouse logistics, field service, telemedicine, and manufacturing workflows needing a rugged, hot-swappable, hands-free Android viewer.
Editorial overview
By AR Compare Team ·
Compiled from AR Compare's verified catalog record and cited coverage — AR Compare has not tested this device.
The Vuzix M400 is the longest-serving product in the catalog still on sale: shipping since September 2019 and recorded as an active part of Vuzix’s lineup in mid-2026. It is an assisted-reality viewer, not see-through AR — a monocular occluded OLED micro-display at 640x360 across a 16.8-degree view, mounted where a worker can glance at it — and its longevity comes from the parts around that display. The record lists IP67 sealing with a 2-meter drop rating, hot-swappable batteries for zero-interruption shifts, a 12.8MP camera with 4K capture for remote assist and documentation, and standalone Android compute on a Snapdragon XR1 with 6GB of RAM.
Deployment flexibility is the other half of the case: the M400 mounts to glasses frames, headbands, helmets, and hard hats, and works alongside prescription or safety eyewear (Vuzix sells a prescription-ready safety frame kit). Weight depends on configuration — the viewer itself is around 85 grams, with a typical mounted setup near 190 grams — so the record’s advice is to cite the configuration when comparing. The use cases it has accumulated are the enterprise staples: warehouse picking, field service, telemedicine, and manufacturing documentation.
The record’s cautions are age-shaped. The Android base version is old, the short standard battery leans on swaps or a power bank, the narrow monocular view is a viewer rather than an overlay, and at the current $1,499.99 — a recorded drop from the earlier $1,799.99 list, with a starter kit logged at $1,949.99 — it is expensive for what is, by 2026 standards, mature technology. That maturity is also the pitch: seven years of proven deployments is a record no newer rival can claim.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Rugged IP67, 2m drop rated — proven in warehouses and surgery suites
- Hot-swappable batteries allow zero-interruption all-shift use
- Excellent 12.8MP/4K camera for remote assist and documentation
- Snapdragon XR1 standalone Android compute
- Flexible mounting: glasses frames, headband, helmet, hard hat
Cons
- Monocular occluded display with narrow 16.8-degree FOV
- Aging Android base version
- Expensive ($1,499.99) for an assisted-reality viewer
- Short runtime on the small standard battery without power bank
Full specifications
Specs last verified
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes |
| Prescription options | Worn over glasses |
| Not published: Optics type, Transparency level | |
| Physical | |
| Weight (g) | 190 |
| Foldable | ✕ No |
| Not published: Frame style, Color options, IP rating | |
| Battery & power | |
| Battery life (hours) | 2 |
| Not published: Charging method, Charging time | |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | USB-C |
| Compatible devices | Standalone, iOS, Android |
| Not published: Tethered | |
| Computing | |
| Operating system | Android 9.0 (upgraded builds available; APK sideloading) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1 (8-core, 2.52GHz), 6GB RAM, 64GB storage |
| Not published: Processing type | |
| Sensors & input | |
| Camera | 12.8MP |
| Speakers | open-ear |
| Tracking | 3DoF |
| Not published: Microphones, Gesture control, Voice control | |
Prescription options
The documented prescription routes for the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses, from the maker and named-partner documentation recorded in our database.
- Worn over glasses — range not published by the maker Source: vuzix.com documentation
Maker documentation as recorded 2026-09-17. Ranges are the maker's published limits, not medical advice — confirm your exact prescription with your optician before ordering.
Where to buy
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Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses specs: quick answers
- What is the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses's field of view?
- The Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses has a 16.8-degree field of view.
- What is the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses's display resolution?
- The Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses's recorded per-eye display resolution is 640x360.
- How much does the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses weigh?
- The Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses's glasses weigh 190g according to the manufacturer specification.
- How long does the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses's battery last?
- The Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses is rated for about 2 hours of battery life.
- Does the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses have a camera?
- Yes, the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses has a built-in camera. The recorded camera resolution is 12.8MP.
- How much does the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses cost?
- The Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses costs $1,500.
Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses: FAQs
How much does the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses cost?
The Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses costs $1,500 (USD). It is available from 1 retailer listed on this page.
What field of view does the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses have?
The Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses has a recorded field of view of 16.8 degrees.
How much does the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses weigh?
The Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses weighs 190g according to the manufacturer specification.
How long does the battery last on the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses?
The Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses has a rated battery life of 2 hours.
Can I use the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses with prescription lenses?
Yes, the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses supports prescription lenses. The recorded diopter range is Works alongside prescription glasses / safety frames via mounting options.
Does the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses have a camera?
Yes, the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses has a built-in camera (12.8MP).
What devices work with the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses?
The Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses lists compatibility with: Standalone, iOS, Android.
What resolution does the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses have?
The Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses has a recorded per-eye resolution of 640x360.
Is the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses worth it?
The Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses is priced at $1,500 (USD). For that you get a 16.8-degree field of view, a 640x360 per-eye resolution, and 2 hours of rated battery life. It weighs 190g. The full spec breakdown on this page shows what the price includes.
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