# Brilliant Labs Frame vs Vuzix Z100

Canonical comparison page: https://www.arcompare.com/compare/brilliant-labs-frame-vs-vuzix-z100/
Specs updated: 2026-10-06 (the newer of the two products' update dates)
Source: AR Compare spec database (https://www.arcompare.com/data/). Unknown values are "—", never guessed.

**Bottom line: the Brilliant Labs Frame is the better buy for most people at $150.99 less, unless you need the wider field of view.**

- Buy the Brilliant Labs Frame if you want to spend $150.99 less ($349 vs $499.99) and you want a built-in camera.
- Buy the Vuzix Z100 if you want the wider 30° field of view (vs 20°), you need longer battery life (48 hours vs 4), and you want adjustable lens dimming.

## Specifications

| Spec | Brilliant Labs Frame | Vuzix Z100 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $349 | $500 |
| Optics type | prism | waveguide |
| Dimming control | — | ✓ Yes |
| Transparency level | — | see-through monochrome HUD |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | -6 to +2 | Prescription inserts available ($149.99) |
| Weight (g) | 40 | 38 |
| Frame style | round classic | rectangular |
| Color options | Clear, Grey | Black |
| Foldable | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Battery life (hours) | 4 | 48 |
| Charging method | USB-C via Mister Power charging dock | USB-C |
| Charging time (min) | 1 | — |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth, WiFi |
| Tethered | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Compatible devices | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
| Processing type | phone | phone |
| Operating system | open-source (Noa firmware) | Vuzix Connect app (iOS/Android); Android + iOS SDKs |
| Chipset | Nordic nRF52840 + Lattice FPGA | None onboard — smartphone companion device |
| Camera | 720p | ✕ No |
| Microphones | 1 | 1 |
| Speakers | ✕ No | open-ear |
| Voice control | ✓ Yes | — |
| AI assistant | Noa AI (open-source) | — |

Product pages: https://www.arcompare.com/ar-glasses/brilliant-labs-frame/ · https://www.arcompare.com/ar-glasses/vuzix-z100/
Machine records: https://www.arcompare.com/data/products/brilliant-labs-frame.json · https://www.arcompare.com/data/products/vuzix-z100.json