Brilliant Labs Frame vs Lucyd Lyte
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Specs updated
Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the Lucyd Lyte is the better buy for most people at $200 less, unless you need a built-in camera.
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Buy the Brilliant Labs Frame if…
- You want a built-in camera
Buy the Lucyd Lyte if…
- You want to spend $200 less ($149 vs $349)
- You need longer battery life (12 hours vs 4)
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 |  Brilliant Labs Frame $349 |  Lucyd Lyte $149 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $349 | $149 |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | prism | — |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | -6 to +2 | TR90 frames; prescription lenses via Lucyd's own lens lab (all Lyte frames) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 40 | 44 |
| Frame style | round classic | wayfarer |
| Color options | Clear, Grey | Darkside Black, Eclipse Black, Millennia Tortoise, Moonrise Pink |
| Foldable | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Battery & power | ||
| Battery life (hours) | 4 | 12 |
| Charging method | USB-C via Mister Power charging dock | magnetic charging cable |
| Charging time (min) | 1 | 1.5 |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Tethered | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Compatible devices | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | phone | phone |
| Operating system | open-source (Noa firmware) | proprietary |
| Chipset | Nordic nRF52840 + Lattice FPGA | — |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | 720p | ✕ No |
| Microphones | 1 | 2 |
| Speakers | ✕ No | open-ear |
| Voice control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| AI assistant | Noa AI (open-source) | ChatGPT-4o, Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa |
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Brilliant Labs Frame vs Lucyd Lyte (2025): FAQs
Which is newer: the Brilliant Labs Frame or the Lucyd Lyte?
The Lucyd Lyte is newer, released November 2024, versus April 2024 for the Brilliant Labs Frame.
Which is cheaper: the Brilliant Labs Frame or the Lucyd Lyte?
The Brilliant Labs Frame costs $349 and the Lucyd Lyte costs $149, making the Lucyd Lyte $200 cheaper.
Which is lighter: the Brilliant Labs Frame or the Lucyd Lyte?
The Brilliant Labs Frame is lighter at 40g. The Brilliant Labs Frame weighs 40g and the Lucyd Lyte weighs 44g.
What is the main difference between the Brilliant Labs Frame and the Lucyd Lyte?
Based on recorded specs, the Brilliant Labs Frame leads on weight (4g lighter) while the Lucyd Lyte leads on price ($200 cheaper).