Epson Moverio BT-45C vs Vuzix Blade 2
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Which should you buy?
Industrial AR pair ($1,999 vs $1,300); the two established field-service/remote-assist platforms.
Buy the Epson Moverio BT-45C if…
- You want the wider 34° field of view (vs 20°)
Buy the Vuzix Blade 2 if…
- You want the lighter 90g fit (vs 550g)
- You're an iPhone user
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.
Specs Comparison
| Specification |  Epson Moverio BT-45C Contact manufacturer |  Vuzix Blade 2 $800 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | Contact manufacturer | $800 |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Si-OLED (0.45-inch panel, 16:9), see-through binocular | Waveguide projection, full-color 24-bit, right eye only (monocular) |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 480x480 |
| Pixels per degree | — | 24 |
| Field of view (°) | 34 | 20 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 60 | — |
| Brightness (nits) | — | 2000 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 120 | — |
| HDR support | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Color support | Full color | Full color |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | proprietary optical engine | waveguide |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Transparency level | see-through binocular overlay | see-through AR overlay |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Over-the-glasses design, works with prescription eyewear | Prescription inserts available (~$149.99) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 550 | 90 |
| Frame style | binocular visor | safety glasses |
| Color options | Black | Black |
| Foldable | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| IP rating | MIL-STD-810H | — |
| Battery & power | ||
| Battery life (hours) | — | 3 |
| Charging method | USB-C (powered by host device) | Micro-USB |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | USB-C | Bluetooth 5.0, WiFi 5, Micro-USB |
| Tethered | ✓ Yes | ✕ No |
| Compatible devices | Android, Windows | Standalone, iOS, Android |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | tethered | on-device |
| Operating system | Host-dependent (Android/Windows via USB-C); Moverio SDK | Android 11 |
| Chipset | None onboard (tethered viewer; BT-45CS variant bundles BO-IC400N Android controller) | Quad-core ARM CPU, 40GB storage (standalone) |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | 8MP | 8MP |
| Microphones | 3 | 2 |
| Speakers | open-ear | open-ear |
| Tracking | 3DoF, head | 3DoF, head |
| Gesture control | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Voice control | ✕ No | ✓ Yes |
Buy the Epson Moverio BT-45C
Buy the Vuzix Blade 2
Epson Moverio BT-45C vs Vuzix Blade 2: FAQs
Which has the larger field of view: the Epson Moverio BT-45C or the Vuzix Blade 2?
The Epson Moverio BT-45C has the larger field of view: Epson Moverio BT-45C measures 34 degrees vs 20 degrees for the Vuzix Blade 2.
Which is lighter: the Epson Moverio BT-45C or the Vuzix Blade 2?
The Vuzix Blade 2 is lighter at 90g. The Epson Moverio BT-45C weighs 550g and the Vuzix Blade 2 weighs 90g.
What is the main difference between the Epson Moverio BT-45C and the Vuzix Blade 2?
Based on recorded specs, the Epson Moverio BT-45C leads on field of view (14 degrees wider FOV) while the Vuzix Blade 2 leads on weight (460g lighter).