Inmo Air2 vs Snap Spectacles Gen 5
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Specs updated
Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the Snap Spectacles Gen 5 is the better buy for most people, unless you need the lighter fit.
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Buy the Inmo Air2 if…
- You want the lighter 99g fit (vs 226g)
- You want adjustable lens dimming
Buy the Snap Spectacles Gen 5 if…
- You want the wider 46° field of view (vs 26°)
- You want a built-in camera
- You want spatial audio
- 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 |  Inmo Air2 $599 |  Snap Spectacles Gen 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $599 | — |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Micro-OLED | Micro-LED waveguide |
| Resolution | 640x400 | — |
| Pixels per degree | — | 37 |
| Field of view (°) | 26 | 46 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 90 | — |
| Virtual screen size (in) | — | 100 |
| HDR support | — | ✕ No |
| Color support | Full color | Full color |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | — | waveguide |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | — |
| Transparency level | — | see-through AR overlay |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Near-vision lenses fitted at an optical store (maker FAQ; INMO no longer sells Air2 lenses) | Optical inserts via Lensabl (NA) / Lensology (EU); total power +1.00 to -5.00 (SPH+CYL combined) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 99 | 226 |
| Frame style | glasses | wraparound |
| Color options | — | Matte Black |
| Foldable | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Battery & power | ||
| Battery life (hours) | — | 0.75 |
| Charging method | — | USB-C charging case |
| Charging time (min) | — | 1.5 |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | USB-C | Bluetooth 5.2, WiFi 6, USB-C |
| Tethered | — | ✕ No |
| Compatible devices | — | iOS, Android |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | — | on-device |
| Operating system | — | Snap OS |
| Chipset | Ziguang Zhanrui AI | Qualcomm Snapdragon AR2 Gen 1 |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | 12MP (2×) |
| Microphones | — | 4 |
| Speakers | directional | open-ear · spatial audio |
| Tracking | 6DoF | 6DoF, hand, head |
| Gesture control | — | ✓ Yes |
| Voice control | — | ✓ Yes |
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Inmo Air2 vs Snap Spectacles Gen 5: FAQs
Which is newer: the Inmo Air2 or the Snap Spectacles Gen 5?
The Snap Spectacles Gen 5 is newer, released September 2024, versus April 2023 for the Inmo Air2.
Which has the larger field of view: the Inmo Air2 or the Snap Spectacles Gen 5?
The Snap Spectacles Gen 5 has the larger field of view: Inmo Air2 measures 26 degrees vs 46 degrees for the Snap Spectacles Gen 5.
Which is lighter: the Inmo Air2 or the Snap Spectacles Gen 5?
The Inmo Air2 is lighter at 99g. The Inmo Air2 weighs 99g and the Snap Spectacles Gen 5 weighs 226g.
What is the main difference between the Inmo Air2 and the Snap Spectacles Gen 5?
Based on recorded specs, the Inmo Air2 leads on weight (127g lighter) while the Snap Spectacles Gen 5 leads on field of view (20 degrees wider FOV).