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How much are Meta AI glasses in the UK?
Short answer
Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 AI glasses start at £379 on Meta's UK store, with Transitions lenses taking them to about £459. Meta Ray-Ban Display, which has a small screen in the lens and a wristband controller, costs £749 and went on sale in the UK at Meta Connect in 2026 (checked 18 October 2026).
Meta glasses UK prices (18 October 2026)
| Model | UK price | What it adds |
|---|---|---|
| Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 1) | From about £299 at retailers | Camera, speakers, Meta AI |
| Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 | From £379 | Longer battery, 3K video |
| Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2, Transitions | About £459 | Lenses that darken outdoors |
| Oakley Meta HSTN | From £399 | Sportier frames |
| Meta Ray-Ban Display | £749 | In-lens display and Neural Band |
Prices vary by frame and lens, and retailers such as Argos run offers. Prescription lenses cost extra.
What they do
The glasses take photos and video, play audio, make calls and let you ask Meta AI questions about what you are looking at. They need the Meta AI app on your phone.
Privacy and the law
The glasses have a light that shows when they are recording, but people often miss it. If you film customers or staff for business, UK GDPR applies and you must tell people. Never record conversations secretly in a business setting. See is it legal to record calls with AI? and is Meta AI safe?
Related questions
Are AI glasses worth it?
They suit people who want hands-free photos, calls and quick answers, such as tradespeople filming a job for a quote. Most people get similar AI features free on their phone. See how to use AI on your phone
Do Meta AI glasses need a subscription?
No. Meta AI on the glasses is free, though you need the app and a phone connection.
Can I wear them while driving?
You can wear them as normal glasses or sunglasses, but using the camera or display while driving could count as distracted driving. Keep your attention on the road.
Sources
- Meta UK: Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2
- Meta UK: Meta Ray-Ban Display
- Meta: Meta Ray-Ban Display launches in the UK
- Argos: Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses
Checked 18 October 2026. Rules and prices change, so check the source before you rely on it. This is general information, not legal, tax or financial advice.
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