At a glance
- Display type
- microLED waveguide, monochrome green, monocular (right eye)
- Resolution
- 640x480
- Field of view
- 30°
- Weight
- 38 g
- Battery
- 48 hr
- 48-hour battery life -- longest of any smart glasses by a wide margin
- Only 38 grams -- lighter than most regular prescription glasses
- Monochrome green display only -- no full-color content
- No built-in camera for photos or video
Vuzix Z100
Vuzix
Read the full overview$500
See current alternatives- Field of view
- 30°
- Weight
- 38 g
- Battery
- 48 hr
The Vuzix Z100 is an ultralight 38-gram smart glasses with a monochrome green Micro-LED waveguide display, designed for all-day wear with up to 48 hours of battery life. It pairs via Bluetooth with smartphones to display notifications, navigation, translation, and fitness data through a transparent heads-up display.
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 Z100 represented Vuzix’s pivot from enterprise-heavy AR toward glasses a consumer could wear all day. Weighing just 38 grams, with prescription-insert support ($149.99) and safety-glasses certification, it was designed to be worn like regular eyeglasses. The monochrome green Micro-LED waveguide display delivers a 640x480 image across a 30-degree field of view in the right eye — showing notifications, turn-by-turn navigation (Android only, via the companion app), real-time translation, and fitness metrics.
The standout specification is battery life: up to 48 hours on a single charge, the longest of any smart glasses in the catalog by a wide margin. This is achieved by offloading all heavy processing to your smartphone via the Vuzix Connect companion app (iOS and Android) — which is also the record’s main caveat, since the app ecosystem around it stayed small and the device shipped developer-oriented, with no pre-installed consumer apps. There is no camera, a deliberate choice for privacy and social acceptability, and clear or tinted lens options kept it looking like conventional glasses.
The Z100 launched to general availability in November 2024 at a $499.99 list price, and the record now marks it discontinued. Its idea outlived it: a persistent, glanceable heads-up display without bulk or battery anxiety is exactly the formula Vuzix carries forward in the Ultralite Pro platform.
Pros & cons
Pros
- 48-hour battery life -- longest of any smart glasses by a wide margin
- Only 38 grams -- lighter than most regular prescription glasses
- Prescription lens and tinted lens options available
- Safety glasses certified for workplace use
- Transparent waveguide display for unobtrusive HUD experience
Cons
- Monochrome green display only -- no full-color content
- No built-in camera for photos or video
- Requires smartphone pairing for all functionality
- Google Maps navigation only available on Android
- Limited app ecosystem through Vuzix Connect companion app
Full specifications
Specs last verified
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Optics type | waveguide |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes |
| Transparency level | see-through monochrome HUD |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes |
| Prescription options | Inserts / lens frame, $149.99 USD |
| Physical | |
| Weight (g) | 38 |
| Frame style | rectangular |
| Color options | Black |
| Foldable | ✓ Yes |
| Not published: IP rating | |
| Battery & power | |
| Battery life (hours) | 48 |
| Charging method | USB-C |
| Not published: Charging time | |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, WiFi |
| Tethered | ✕ No |
| Compatible devices | iOS, Android |
| Computing | |
| Processing type | phone |
| Operating system | Vuzix Connect app (iOS/Android); Android + iOS SDKs |
| Chipset | None onboard — smartphone companion device |
| Sensors & input | |
| Camera | ✕ No |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Speakers | open-ear |
| Not published: Tracking, Gesture control, Voice control | |
Prescription options
The documented prescription routes for the Vuzix Z100, from the maker and named-partner documentation recorded in our database.
- Inserts / lens frame, $149.99 USD — 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
Vuzix Z100 specs: quick answers
- What is the Vuzix Z100's field of view?
- The Vuzix Z100 has a 30-degree field of view.
- What is the Vuzix Z100's display resolution?
- The Vuzix Z100's recorded per-eye display resolution is 640x480.
- How much does the Vuzix Z100 weigh?
- The Vuzix Z100's glasses weigh 38g according to the manufacturer specification.
- How long does the Vuzix Z100's battery last?
- The Vuzix Z100 is rated for about 48 hours of battery life.
- How much does the Vuzix Z100 cost?
- The Vuzix Z100 costs $500.
Vuzix Z100: FAQs
How much does the Vuzix Z100 cost?
The Vuzix Z100 costs $500 (USD). It is available from 1 retailer listed on this page.
What field of view does the Vuzix Z100 have?
The Vuzix Z100 has a recorded field of view of 30 degrees.
How much does the Vuzix Z100 weigh?
The Vuzix Z100 weighs 38g according to the manufacturer specification.
How long does the battery last on the Vuzix Z100?
The Vuzix Z100 has a rated battery life of 48 hours.
Can I use the Vuzix Z100 with prescription lenses?
Yes, the Vuzix Z100 supports prescription lenses. The recorded diopter range is Prescription inserts available ($149.99).
What devices work with the Vuzix Z100?
The Vuzix Z100 lists compatibility with: iOS, Android.
What resolution does the Vuzix Z100 have?
The Vuzix Z100 has a recorded per-eye resolution of 640x480.
Is the Vuzix Z100 worth it?
The Vuzix Z100 is priced at $500 (USD). For that you get a 30-degree field of view, a 640x480 per-eye resolution, and 48 hours of rated battery life. It weighs 38g. The full spec breakdown on this page shows what the price includes.
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