DigiLens ARGO Smart Glasses vs Epson Moverio BT-45C
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Specs updated
Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the DigiLens ARGO Smart Glasses is the better buy for most people, unless you need the wider field of view.
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Buy the DigiLens ARGO Smart Glasses if…
- You want the lighter 200g fit (vs 445g)
- You need full 6DoF positional tracking
- You want spatial audio
Buy the Epson Moverio BT-45C if…
- You want the wider 34° field of view (vs 30°)
- You want adjustable lens dimming
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
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| Specification |  DigiLens ARGO Smart Glasses Contact manufacturer |  Epson Moverio BT-45C Contact manufacturer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | Contact manufacturer | Contact manufacturer |
| Display | ||
| Display type | LCOS + LED light engine into DigiLens Crystal photopolymer waveguides, binocular | Si-OLED (0.45-inch panel, 16:9), see-through binocular |
| Resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Field of view (°) | 30 | 34 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | — | 60 |
| Brightness (nits) | 2500 | — |
| Virtual screen size (in) | — | 120 |
| HDR support | — | ✕ No |
| Color support | Full color | Full color |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | waveguide | proprietary optical engine |
| Dimming control | ✕ No | ✓ Yes |
| Transparency level | — | see-through binocular overlay |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Prescription inserts available (maker accessory list; vendor unnamed) | Over-the-glasses design, works with prescription eyewear |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 200 | 445 |
| Frame style | — | binocular visor |
| Color options | — | Black |
| Foldable | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| IP rating | — | MIL-STD-810H |
| Battery & power | ||
| Battery life (hours) | 2 | — |
| Charging method | — | USB-C (powered by host device) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | USB-C | USB-C |
| Tethered | — | ✓ Yes |
| Compatible devices | Standalone | Android, Windows |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | — | tethered |
| Operating system | DigiOS (AOSP Android 12), OpenXR and WebXR compatible | Host-dependent (Android/Windows via USB-C); Moverio SDK |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2, 8GB RAM (standalone) | None onboard (tethered viewer; BT-45CS variant bundles BO-IC400N Android controller) |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | 48MP | 8MP |
| Microphones | — | 3 |
| Speakers | directional · spatial audio | open-ear |
| Tracking | 6DoF | 3DoF, head |
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DigiLens ARGO Smart Glasses vs Epson Moverio BT-45C: FAQs
Which is newer: the DigiLens ARGO Smart Glasses or the Epson Moverio BT-45C?
The DigiLens ARGO Smart Glasses is newer, released January 2024, versus November 2022 for the Epson Moverio BT-45C.
Which has the larger field of view: the DigiLens ARGO Smart Glasses or the Epson Moverio BT-45C?
The Epson Moverio BT-45C has the larger field of view: DigiLens ARGO Smart Glasses measures 30 degrees vs 34 degrees for the Epson Moverio BT-45C.
Which is lighter: the DigiLens ARGO Smart Glasses or the Epson Moverio BT-45C?
The DigiLens ARGO Smart Glasses is lighter at 200g. The DigiLens ARGO Smart Glasses weighs 200g and the Epson Moverio BT-45C weighs 445g.
What is the main difference between the DigiLens ARGO Smart Glasses and the Epson Moverio BT-45C?
Based on recorded specs, the DigiLens ARGO Smart Glasses leads on weight (245g lighter) while the Epson Moverio BT-45C leads on field of view (4 degrees wider FOV).