Amazon Echo Frames vs Brilliant Labs Frame
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Specs updated
Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the Amazon Echo Frames is the better buy for most people at $79.01 less, unless you need a built-in camera.
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Buy the Amazon Echo Frames if…
- You want to spend $79.01 less ($269.99 vs $349)
- You need longer battery life (6 hours vs 4)
Buy the Brilliant Labs Frame if…
- You want a built-in camera
Verdict generated from the recorded spec differences shown in the table below — when a spec is missing for either product, it is left out rather than guessed.
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Specs Comparison
| Specification |  Amazon Echo Frames $270 |  Brilliant Labs Frame $349 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $270 | $349 |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | — | prism |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Prescription-ready frames tested for +3.00 to -6.00 D; glazed by your optician or Amazon-named partners (Lensabl, Boomerang) | -6 to +2 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 39 | 40 |
| Frame style | multiple styles (square, round, rectangle, modern rectangle, cat eye) | round classic |
| Color options | Classic Black, Charcoal Gray, Blue Tortoise, Havana Brown | Clear, Grey |
| Foldable | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| IP rating | IPX4 | — |
| Battery & power | ||
| Battery life (hours) | 6 | 4 |
| Charging method | USB-C charging stand | USB-C via Mister Power charging dock |
| Charging time (min) | 2.5 | 1 |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Tethered | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Compatible devices | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | phone | phone |
| Operating system | proprietary | open-source (Noa firmware) |
| Chipset | — | Nordic nRF52840 + Lattice FPGA |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | 720p |
| Microphones | 4 | 1 |
| Speakers | open-ear | ✕ No |
| Voice control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| AI assistant | Alexa | Noa AI (open-source) |
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Amazon Echo Frames (3rd Gen) vs Brilliant Labs Frame: FAQs
Which is newer: the Amazon Echo Frames or the Brilliant Labs Frame?
The Brilliant Labs Frame is newer, released April 2024, versus December 2023 for the Amazon Echo Frames.
Which is cheaper: the Amazon Echo Frames or the Brilliant Labs Frame?
The Amazon Echo Frames costs $269.99 and the Brilliant Labs Frame costs $349, making the Amazon Echo Frames $79.01 cheaper.
Which is lighter: the Amazon Echo Frames or the Brilliant Labs Frame?
The Amazon Echo Frames is lighter at 39g. The Amazon Echo Frames weighs 39g and the Brilliant Labs Frame weighs 40g.
What is the main difference between the Amazon Echo Frames and the Brilliant Labs Frame?
Based on recorded specs, the Amazon Echo Frames leads on price ($79.01 cheaper) while the Brilliant Labs Frame leads on camera (Has built-in camera).