Halliday G2 vs Vuzix Z100
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Specs updated
Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the Vuzix Z100 is the better buy for most people at $99.01 less.
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Buy the Halliday G2 if…
Going by the published specs alone, there is no clear reason to pick the Halliday G2 over its rival here — compare the full table below.
Buy the Vuzix Z100 if…
- You want to spend $99.01 less ($499.99 vs $599)
- You need longer battery life (48 hours vs 12)
- 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.
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Specs Comparison
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| Specification |  Halliday G2 $599 |  Vuzix Z100 $500 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $599 | $500 |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | waveguide | waveguide |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Transparency level | — | see-through monochrome HUD |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Prescription lenses SPH -9.00 to +2.00, CYL -3.00 to +3.00 in 0.25 D increments; $199 lens credit covers 1.6/1.67-index lenses in full | Prescription inserts available ($149.99) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | — | 38 |
| Frame style | — | rectangular |
| Color options | — | Black |
| Foldable | ✕ No | ✓ Yes |
| Battery & power | ||
| Battery life (hours) | 12 | 48 |
| Charging method | — | USB-C |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | — | Bluetooth, WiFi |
| Tethered | — | ✕ No |
| Compatible devices | — | iOS, Android |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | — | phone |
| Operating system | Halliday app: 45+ language live translation, Meeting Flow (captions, transcripts, action items), Cheatsheet teleprompter | Vuzix Connect app (iOS/Android); Android + iOS SDKs |
| Chipset | — | None onboard — smartphone companion device |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Microphones | 4 | 1 |
| Speakers | ✕ No | open-ear |
| Voice control | ✓ Yes | — |
| AI assistant | Halliday AI ("Hey Halliday" wake word) | — |
Buy the Halliday G2
Buy the Vuzix Z100
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Halliday G2 vs Vuzix Z100: FAQs
Which is newer: the Halliday G2 or the Vuzix Z100?
The Halliday G2 is newer, released September 2026, versus November 2024 for the Vuzix Z100.
Which is cheaper: the Halliday G2 or the Vuzix Z100?
The Halliday G2 costs $599 and the Vuzix Z100 costs $499.99, making the Vuzix Z100 $99.01 cheaper.