Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses vs Vuzix Z100
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
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Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the Vuzix Z100 is the better buy for most people at $1000 less, unless you need a built-in camera.
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Buy the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses if…
- You want a built-in camera
Buy the Vuzix Z100 if…
- You want to spend $1000 less ($499.99 vs $1499.99)
- You want the wider 30° field of view (vs 16.8°)
- You want the lighter 38g fit (vs 190g)
- You need longer battery life (48 hours vs 2)
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 |  Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses $1,500 |  Vuzix Z100 $500 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $1,500 | $500 |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | — | waveguide |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Transparency level | — | see-through monochrome HUD |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Works alongside prescription glasses / safety frames via mounting options | Prescription inserts available ($149.99) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 190 | 38 |
| Frame style | — | rectangular |
| Color options | — | Black |
| Foldable | ✕ No | ✓ Yes |
| Battery & power | ||
| Battery life (hours) | 2 | 48 |
| Charging method | — | USB-C |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | USB-C | Bluetooth, WiFi |
| Tethered | — | ✕ No |
| Compatible devices | Standalone, iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | — | phone |
| Operating system | Android 9.0 (upgraded builds available; APK sideloading) | Vuzix Connect app (iOS/Android); Android + iOS SDKs |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1 (8-core, 2.52GHz), 6GB RAM, 64GB storage | None onboard — smartphone companion device |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | 12.8MP | ✕ No |
| Microphones | — | 1 |
| Speakers | open-ear | open-ear |
| Tracking | 3DoF | — |
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Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses vs Vuzix Z100: FAQs
Which is newer: the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses or the Vuzix Z100?
The Vuzix Z100 is newer, released November 2024, versus September 2019 for the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses.
Which is cheaper: the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses or the Vuzix Z100?
The Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses costs $1499.99 and the Vuzix Z100 costs $499.99, making the Vuzix Z100 $1000 cheaper.
Which has the larger field of view: the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses or the Vuzix Z100?
The Vuzix Z100 has the larger field of view: Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses measures 16.8 degrees vs 30 degrees for the Vuzix Z100.
Which is lighter: the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses or the Vuzix Z100?
The Vuzix Z100 is lighter at 38g. The Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses weighs 190g and the Vuzix Z100 weighs 38g.
What is the main difference between the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses and the Vuzix Z100?
Based on recorded specs, the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses leads on camera (Has built-in camera) while the Vuzix Z100 leads on price ($1000 cheaper).