In a column for SammyGuru, Jeff Springer reports that Samsung’s new smart glasses cost $395 for non-prescription lenses, while prescription versions ordered through partner brands push the total higher.
Springer writes that his own prescription pair from Warby Parker came to $605, or $705 with an added protection plan. General availability for the frames starts on December 10, with Springer’s personal prescription pair due to arrive on December 15.
Samsung Intelligent Eyewear frames at Warby Parker cost $395 without a prescription, while prescription lenses increase the price to $495, and prescription sun lenses raise it to $595. Warby Parker also charges $50 for a blue light filter and $60 for 1.67 high-index lenses, while excluding 1.74 ultra high-index lenses to protect the temple sensors and built-in speakers.
Gentle Monster frames start between $449 and $489. Adding prescription lenses costs $100 and up for clear or blue filter lenses, and $140 and up for light-adaptive lenses, putting a prescription pair between $549 and $589.
| Glasses | Without Prescription | With Prescription |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung Intelligent Eyewear at Warby Parker | $395 | $495 |
| Samsung Intelligent Eyewear at Gentle Monster | $449 | $549 |
| Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 3) | $449 | $674 |
Warby Parker accepts FSA and HSA funds, and Springer states that the retailer took his EyeMed vision insurance to secure a $125 return. Gentle Monster processes vision insurance as an out-of-network benefit, requiring buyers to pay upfront and file for reimbursement after shipping.
Warby Parker prescription orders take up to 21 days once production begins, and buyers receive 30 days to return or exchange items after delivery. Gentle Monster’s first pre-order batch begins shipping on December 9.
Before purchasing, buyers must verify that their smartphone meets software requirements. Galaxy S, S FE, Z Fold, Z Flip, and Z Fold Ultra devices require One UI 9 or newer, and Galaxy A phones lack support entirely. Pixel 7 and newer devices require the September 2026 Android 17 update, while iPhone users need an iPhone 13 Pro or newer running iOS 26.6.
“I think it’s a solid value if it means I don’t have to worry as much about damaging my frames,” Springer wrote for SammyGuru regarding his decision to add the Warby Parker Care protection plan.
