INAIR 2 Pro vs TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
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Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses is the better buy for most people at $219.99 less, unless you need the lighter fit.
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Buy the INAIR 2 Pro if…
- You want the lighter 80g fit (vs 87g)
Buy the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses if…
- You want to spend $219.99 less ($250 vs $469.99)
- You need the brighter 600-nit display (vs 500 nits)
- You play on Nintendo Switch
- You play on PlayStation
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 |  INAIR 2 Pro $470 |  TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses $250 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $470 | $250 |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Micro-OLED | Dual Micro-OLED |
| Resolution | 3840x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Pixels per degree | 49 | — |
| Field of view (°) | 46 | — |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 120 | 120 |
| Brightness (nits) | 500 | 600 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 135 | 215 |
| HDR support | ✕ No | — |
| Color support | Full color | Full color |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | birdbath | birdbath |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Transparency level | 0.1% to 16% VLT (electrochromic) | — |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Custom prescription lenses available | Magnetic Rx insert via partner Lensology (£79, partner-sourced); tcl.com silent on S+ prescription support |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 80 | 87 |
| Frame style | wraparound | — |
| Color options | Black | — |
| Foldable | ✓ Yes | ✕ No |
| Battery & power | ||
| Charging method | USB-C (powered by connected device) | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | USB-C | USB-C (DP Alt Mode) |
| Tethered | ✓ Yes | — |
| Compatible devices | iPhone 15, iPhone 16, iPad, Android, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, ROG Ally | Android, iOS, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, ROG Ally, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | tethered | — |
| Operating system | — | None (plug-and-play external display) |
| Chipset | — | None (tethered display glasses) |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Microphones | 2 | — |
| Speakers | directional | open-ear |
| Tracking | 3DoF | 0DoF |
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INAIR 2 Pro vs TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses: FAQs
Which is newer: the INAIR 2 Pro or the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses?
The INAIR 2 Pro is newer, released January 2025, versus February 2024 for the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses.
Which is cheaper: the INAIR 2 Pro or the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses?
The INAIR 2 Pro costs $469.99 and the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses costs $250, making the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses $219.99 cheaper.
Which is lighter: the INAIR 2 Pro or the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses?
The INAIR 2 Pro is lighter at 80g. The INAIR 2 Pro weighs 80g and the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses weighs 87g.
Which has the brighter display: the INAIR 2 Pro or the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses?
The TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses is brighter at 600 nits (INAIR 2 Pro: 500 nits, TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses: 600 nits).
What is the main difference between the INAIR 2 Pro and the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses?
Based on recorded specs, the INAIR 2 Pro leads on weight (7g lighter) while the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses leads on price ($219.99 cheaper).