Legato Frames vs Vuzix Z100
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
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Where the Legato Frames wins
- Weight: 11g lighter (27 vs 38)
Where the Vuzix Z100 wins
- Price: $499.01 cheaper (499.99 vs 999)
- Battery Life: 38 hours longer battery (48 vs 10)
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Specs Comparison
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Legato Frames $999 vs Vuzix Z100 $500
| Specification |  Legato Frames $999 |  Vuzix Z100 $500 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $999 | $500 |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | — | waveguide |
| Dimming control | — | ✓ Yes |
| Transparency level | — | see-through monochrome HUD |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | prescription lenses -10.0 to +5.0 (Pentax lenses; progressive readers +1.0 to +3.0) | Prescription inserts available ($149.99) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 27 | 38 |
| Frame style | everyday prescription eyewear | rectangular |
| Color options | — | Black |
| Foldable | — | ✓ Yes |
| Battery & power | ||
| Battery life (hours) | 10 | 48 |
| Charging method | wireless charging pad (USB-C powered); 30-minute quick charge gives about 2 hours | USB-C |
| Charging time (min) | 2 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth, WiFi |
| Tethered | — | ✕ No |
| Compatible devices | — | iOS, Android |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | — | phone |
| Operating system | — | Vuzix Connect app (iOS/Android); Android + iOS SDKs |
| Chipset | — | None onboard — smartphone companion device |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Microphones | — | 1 |
| Speakers | open-ear | open-ear |
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