Brilliant Labs Frame vs Meta Fury
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Specs updated
Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the Meta Fury is the better buy for most people at $50 less, unless you need the lighter fit.
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Buy the Brilliant Labs Frame if…
- You want the lighter 40g fit (vs 60g)
Buy the Meta Fury if…
- You want to spend $50 less ($299 vs $349)
- You need longer battery life (8 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 |  Meta Fury $299 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $349 | $299 |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | prism | — |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | -6 to +2 | -12 to +2.25 total power installed at an optician (Meta's Rx Lens Swap frame protection applies); -6 to +2.25 ordered on Meta.com |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 40 | 60 |
| Frame style | round classic | bold oversized square |
| Color options | Clear, Grey | Classic Black, Mahogany, Racing Green, Sandstone |
| Foldable | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Battery & power | ||
| Battery life (hours) | 4 | 8 |
| Charging method | USB-C via Mister Power charging dock | folding charging case (adds up to 40 hours) |
| Charging time (min) | 1 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.3 | — |
| Tethered | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Compatible devices | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | phone | phone |
| Operating system | open-source (Noa firmware) | Meta AI app (iOS/Android companion) |
| Chipset | Nordic nRF52840 + Lattice FPGA | Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | 720p | 12MP, up to 3K video |
| Microphones | 1 | — |
| Speakers | ✕ No | open-ear |
| Voice control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| AI assistant | Noa AI (open-source) | Meta AI |
Buy the Brilliant Labs Frame
Buy the Meta Fury
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Brilliant Labs Frame vs Meta Fury: FAQs
Which is newer: the Brilliant Labs Frame or the Meta Fury?
The Meta Fury is newer, released June 2026, versus April 2024 for the Brilliant Labs Frame.
Which is cheaper: the Brilliant Labs Frame or the Meta Fury?
The Brilliant Labs Frame costs $349 and the Meta Fury costs $299, making the Meta Fury $50 cheaper.
Which is lighter: the Brilliant Labs Frame or the Meta Fury?
The Brilliant Labs Frame is lighter at 40g. The Brilliant Labs Frame weighs 40g and the Meta Fury weighs 60g.
What is the main difference between the Brilliant Labs Frame and the Meta Fury?
Based on recorded specs, the Brilliant Labs Frame leads on weight (20g lighter) while the Meta Fury leads on price ($50 cheaper).