The Sunglasses Tier List - BEST Brands of 2024 RATED

[@BluEyedRaven]

I'm looking for sunglasses myself so here's the timestamps, for anybody who needs them! :D 00:50 Moscott 01:28 Carrera 02:00 Gucci 02:58 Mclaren 04:10 Cazal 06:00 Oliver Peoples 07:03 Robert Laroche 08:25 Akoni 08:45 DITA 09:50 Persol 10:30 Gast 11:30 Maybach 12:18 Chopard 15:00 Out of 16:40 Ahlem 18:15 Tom Ford 19:58 Serengeti 20:40 Maui Jim 21:48 Chloe 22:03 Tiffany 22:20 Channel 22:40 Thenri 23:14 Jacques Marie Mage 24:11 Barton Perreira 28:00 Masunaga 30:42 Hugo Boss 31:40 L'ecurie 32:40 Rayban ( I Know you're here for this one) 34:21 Oakley 34:52 Nike 36:03 Mykita 36:45 Porche Design 38:00 Cartier 39:13 Chrome hearts 39:51 Costa 40:15 Tavat 40:54 Randolph

[@df5614]

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[@RaulGomez-ji2qv]

Thanks! But, why no love for Cutler and Gross?

[@BluEyedRaven]

@@RaulGomez-ji2qv Were they mentioned in the video?

[@RaulGomez-ji2qv]

@@BluEyedRaven no, sorry… I was wondering why they were not mentioned in the video at all…

[@terrysandiego]

Thank you for the list. Sometimes I could not understand what brand he was saying and if not then shown on the screen and too dim and small to see when placed it on his chart, I had no idea which he was talking about. His saying "Maui Jim" is an example of one I could not hear well at first.

[@jpjacobsenbr]

It would be great if the video had chapters, markers on KZbin, brand by brand. Cheers from a Brazilian fan!

[@msilva16384]

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[@HGRELEdmonton]

Another great video! I have been wearing Maui Jim for decades but, I am excited for my new Robert-crafted Masunaga Monk with Zeiss Adaptive Sun!

[@VolrathMTG]

I could feel the excruciating pain of you being unbiased on Barton Perreira and placing them in the "Perfection" category. Every pore in your being was fighting the urge to throw them in a trashcan. Lol Very good video Robert, I appreciate all of your insight and time!

[@bhaijaansabka]

Your definition of perfection is baffling.

[@HitchyBruh]

@@bhaijaansabkabuddy he didn’t call anything perfection, you have the reading comprehension skills of a toddler

[@bhaijaansabka]

@@HitchyBruh get your eyes checked bro. And by the way, where did ‘reading comprehension’ come from in this video? 🥴

[@flashjordyn03]

​@@bhaijaansabkaThe person who wrote the comment didn't call them "perfection." It was the dude in the video. That's all he was saying bruh

[@chriswhitmore4757]

Definitely needed to include Matsuda. They make some really unique designs and amazing engraving.

[@jonathanbowman9920]

Thoughts on American Optical? I wear the original pilot which looks similar to the Randolph. I also have a pair of the saratoga's from AO. A better version of the wayfarer. Would like to know your thoughts on their products.

[@parrisgeorge9708]

I may be wrong but I believe that American Optical also still has a contract for pilot glasses along with Randolph Engineering. I own a pair of them that were given to me by a friend that was a crew member on B-52's when they had a bomb wing in Rome NY.

[@ahastar1141]

I have a pair as well and absolutely love them

[@jameshoy3530]

I wear prescription sunglasses and am considering new Randolph Engineering Aviator-A frame and putting Zeiss lenses in them. I like the new desert sand color frame with dark gray lenses.

[@gengator4543]

Hey Robert it’s Matthew C., you know I’m going to have a million brands to add, so I’ll just make a list: -Four nines 999.9 -Effector -Groover Spectacles -Yellow Plus -Guepard -Yuichi Toyama -Yohji Yamamoto -Ptolemy 48 -Platoy/Tintoy -Ayame -BJ Classic -True Vintage Revival -Kaneko Optical -Hakusan Glasses -Boston Club -Solakzade Eyewear -Taylor With Respect -Nishide Kazuo -Factory900 -Kamemannen -Matsuda -Massada Eyewear -Masahiromaruyama -Eyevan 7285 -Arthod -Lesca Lunetier -Arthod -Akila -Juapin Paris -Curry and Paxton -Vysen Eyewear -Max Pittion -Leisure Society -Gentle Monster -Balmain -Hoet Couture Eyewear -Jean Paul Gaultier -John Dalia -John Varvatos -Movitra -Parasite Eyewear -Andy Wolf Also I love the video, thank you for always making the world of eyewear a cool place. I appreciate you as always. Still love my JMM Arshile that you made the lens for. -Matthew C.

[@canibusnj]

Love vintage JPG. 👌🏾 I have a collection of about ten now. 💯

[@gengator4543]

@@canibusnj was thinking about getting a couple. They definitely are nice. Most of these brands I’ve tried and some of them I own, but it’s always interesting to hear Robert’s take on them. Vintage JGP is 100% worth every penny.

[@canibusnj]

@gengator4543 I was fortunate enough to get the model 55-3175 that JPG brought back last year. They were made famous by Tupac in the 90's. Two pair I want are model 55-5109 (A pair Tupac also wore) and the 56-5108, both in gold. Both are holy grails.

[@gengator4543]

@@canibusnj love those! Nice find!

[@johnortiz566]

Could you please rate Native Sons and SALT? Both brands are of excellent quality and are made in Japan. I enjoy watching your videos, and they have stirred my interest in eyewear.

[@mrotaveria]

What about Gentle Monster? Worth the hype?

[@adangames2505]

All Persol lenses are crystal glass. I have a massive high end sunglasses collection. All the top brands including Cartier. My favorite sunglasses lenses are Persol blue gradient polarized. The perfect lens color for all day wear on bright days or overcast days. Exceptional polarized optics with awesome anti reflective coating.

[@karlmaxweber]

This guy has problems understanding quality. Persol is the most amazing pair of glasses I've ever worn. People here care about his opinions like sheep instead of having their own.

[@edgarv.611]

@@karlmaxweberYes, and he says the quality of Ray-Ban has plummeted since its acquisition from B&L by Luxottiva, but I’ve heard an read many times completely the opposite: Ray-Ban was near from its end, and the quality was rubbish before being bought by Luxottiva. Too many BS for me.

[@CloudifyV]

Ive seen similar opinions about all Luxottica brands being trash, I’m wanting to get my first brand of sunglasses, being the clubmaster style but people have strong opinions saying they suck especially Ray-Ban, any thoughts from yall?

[@sebastianfrank4295]

Thumbs down for not using chapters ;-)

[@iZacq]

Yes need Time Stamp

[@beeemerg6504]

Got your own channel

[@mindricity]

I'd love to hear your take on Matsuda.

[@jimrask1699]

I can think of a few: Etnia Barcelona, Matsuda, Julbo, Lindberg, Komorebi,...

[@manoelsidney7]

Amazing! Any thoughts on Ermenegildo Zegna eyewear? Saw one frame of them and loved it!

[@billsherrington5996]

it would have been much more helpful to have the individual Luxottica brands put into the relevant tiers rather than just lump them together. Are you saying they're all just meh? below meh?? e.g. I've had several Rayban sunglasses in the past and noticed a significant change in quality when I bought some Persol ones. Also, as others have commented, a rough price for each would be more helpful and perhaps clarify some of the reason for your grading.

[@jaeshellz]

MATSUDA and EYEVAN?? I’m interesting in purchasing my first Japanese frames and was considering those frames. How would you grade each? Thanks!

[@pmwaffle9348]

They're phenomenal and beat out masanaga, which Robert loves, in quality imo. Eyevan 7285 or Eyevan 10 is probably the pinnacle of non-bespoke eyewear under 1k imo and matsuda has insane filligree on every frame. It's what you'd expect out of Chrome hearts but at half the price.

[@viasartoria]

Matsuda is god tier. I have a thick acetate and a titanium pair and they are easily on par with the JMM pairs in my collection.

[@jaeshellz]

@@pmwaffle9348 that’s rly helpful.

[@jaeshellz]

@@viasartoria thanks for that. I’m leaning towards the Matsuda. I wonder why he didn’t mention them in the video

[@jojotwice8918]

@@jaeshellzhe always highlights made in Japan but never talks about actual Japanese brands

[@pmwaffle9348]

I brought it up last time and I'll bring it up again, leisure society, despite being stupid expensive, is probably the best out there for frame + lens quality. Ive never had oem lens that are anti-reflective but have none of the ar glisten and its actually insane, and they've been doing gold plated lenses with meye precious for quite a while. This is also not even mentioning that the acetate frames are competitively prices and the titanium frames are like nothing else since its carved out of a block. As far as other brands you should check out, native sons and the other brands that tommy o'gara is involved with are a great mid-point between something like masunaga and ahlem. VioRou is also japanese but its got a very french look while using titanium over stainless steel like most european countries. Andy Brook is also something that got on my radar that you might like. They were only $150, have ar-coated lenses, made in france, great acetate and pretty classic silhouettes. Also, have you had any experiences with linda farrow or thierry lasry? They're the closest to Dita in size as far as indy brands go and theyre quite nice.

[@borsh2002]

I have asked this question earlier to Robert . Hope he will answear and I hope this does not boder you! Im can not spend more then 100-150 dollars/euros on a pair of sunglasses. I have been wearing Polaroids untill now . I have always had the feeling that my eyes are getting tired a bit sooner when i wore the sunglasses. Now i understand how important is the quality of the lenses. Unfortuynately , almost all the places that sales the shades dont state the type of lenses or their quality. From what i have seen on internet i have set my eyes on Serengetti brand in that price range. Can you tell me some other brands that have a good range of shapes ,sizes and a good quality for the lenses in that 100-150 price range. Thank you in advance for your help!

[@pmwaffle9348]

@borsh2002 serengeti like you said and vuarnet are imo the best lenses in that price range. Maui jim is pretty good if you can find a sale, ray-ban, as questionable as the quality can be, have good lenses if you find a pair with glass lenses. Lots of local French brands also hit that price/quality ratio but that requires you to live near France since they only sell locally but, lesca which is around the $200 price point offers glass lenses and is very nice. Akila and Gast are great options if frame quality is a priority for you. Also, if you can find a sale or are open to second hand frames, leisure society like I mentioned earlier is a great buy. Salt also uses cr-39 lenses that somehow trump most glass lenses like leisure society and if you can find a sale it's a great buy. Lastly, if you find a masanaga sunglasses on sale or a frame with precious metal coating on the lenses or second-hand, they will have glass lenses as well. Obviously all this varies based on where you live and if you're OK with lightly used or not but the first two options + lesca if you can stretch a little or Maui jim if you have a costco near you are your best options.

[@borsh2002]

@@pmwaffle9348 I live in S-E Europe, Romania. Thank you for the answear!

[@kgupta2205]

I really love Robert. Good accent. Great smile. And he is willing to critique products without selling shit to us. And fellow knows his stuff. Been such greeeeat help. Thanks.

[@tigerbaitcom]

Where would you put Shwood Sunglasses?

[@eugeneivanov9627]

I have it wooden, amazing quality , nice for full sun ☀️ but-bcs plastic melted

[@ronstackhouse6521]

I’m 100% with you on Serengeti. I have three pair and their optics are amazing. The first pair of sunglasses I ever put on where the image was so clear it blew me away. Still a go-to brand for me.

[@thespectaclefactory]

Thank you for sharing

[@tomdavis8757]

I agree but I wish they got darker. In reality I find that if you wear a hat or drive any car made in the last 20 years, you won’t get enough direct UV to get the lenses to darken to anywhere near their lowest VLT

[@jaremy511]

Which brands are made with Zeiss lenses?

[@iamKeicee]

Gentle monster

[@chepibe2011]

Your thoughts on Celine? Thanks!

[@vallmak]

I think Celine are Kering. They would fall under the "OK" tier I think.

[@MarkZawolny]

I'm curious what Robert thinks about Gentle Monster as its a brand that rised in oposition to luxotica monopoly in korea

[@srebatireddy2213]

I keep to the classics like slots and occasionally blackjack. Keeps things light and fun. What's your strategy

[@johngrath9773]

Very interesting. You should do a video on what makes a good sunglass lens.

[@thespectaclefactory]

Great idea!

[@Stole_Bg]

@@thespectaclefactory yes, and explain why RB 4179 which I have for a year now are bad ... and I am happy with them more than any sunglasses i had before (I am 60, and I had a really lot of them, fact I have a buch of them now...) ... how did Luxottica fooled me?

[@yabbadabbadu]

I didn’t see Japanese glasses in this list NATIVE SONS, EFFECTOR. They are also of a very high level, what is your opinion about these brands?

[@nt_979]

what do you think about GentleMonster?

[@AlexUilenspiegel]

I understand your dislike for Luxottica, but it can be considered ignorance to place Persol under the same umbrella. Despite being acquired by Luxottica in 1995 Persol sunglasses are still handmade in its historic factory in Lauriano, Italy. What concerns the quality, the Persol frames are unique among others because of the exclusive technology used, like Meflecto, Victor flex etc. Persol is one of the oldest eyewear companies in the world responsible for some of the greatest innovations in lensing and comfort. It would've been more acceptable to witness a little bit of more objectivity.

[@davidedalmolin]

I agree with you.. Persol is synonymous with quality. This trend of evaluating brands with negative opinions only because they are under the Luxottica group seems rather stupid to me.. In addition you must always consider the cost of the glasses, you cannot criticize a brand for the fact that it has a construction not the height of one that costs three or four times as much..

[@p.williamfox6417]

I totally agree with you. I have a new pair of Persol eyeglasses and I can not find a single flaw even with a magnifier and the lenses are great!

[@vurshawn1358]

Nah if you try monopolizing the market you are trash they are placed perfectly greed destroys everything

[@SW-by9ob]

Would have been nice to see some cost information in the video for each brand. Just a rough £300-500 etc. would have bee very helpful in order to compare the relative value proposition.

[@user-gp1bt4vm3r]

What tier is Vuarnet placed in?

[@amirtyr]

What do you think about Saint Laurent ? I liked the frame but not sure about the quality.

[@vallmak]

I think Saint Laurent are Kering. They would fall under the "OK" tier I think.

[@nataliaderevyanko8762]

With so many people needing prescription glasses nowadays I wonder if the lens quality is necessarily that important - what is the percentage of customers buying glasses with original lenses vs customized ones? Obviously, I have complicated correction and would hate to waste money on lenses I’d need to replace with very expensive customized lenses.

[@KarenVater]

Hey Robert, watching you open up that pair of Masunaga Monk frame was hilarious! Cracked me up silly. Was like watching a little kid with his new toy 😂... like a levitating samurai wielding his katana! (You need to watch the new tv series Shogun - fantastically well-made!) Another amazing video from you again. Thank you for that. 😊

[@gallaashish]

Have you tried eyevan?? What is your option of them.

[@jessetirayoh]

I'm so glad I found your channel. My very first real purchase of sunglasses was a Randolph and I'm already super impressed with them. To hear that there are so many other brands that are better than them is honestly a joy to hear.

[@stephc9192]

What’s your view on Rudy Project?

[@Legend_Face]

Glad to see Dita up at the top. Their handmade Japanese frames are just gorgeous to me!

[@natureins4644]

I love Dita frames as they are quite oversized and very fashionable like Mach 5 offering unparalleled sun protection during California summers. my go to frames for any prolonged sun exposure. Otherwise I prefer Jmm frames. Frankly I wouldn’t wear Cartier frames. Respectable, yes but a bit boring to me. Some stigma attached to them, too. Luxury? When you have so many places selling them here including discounted at Costco in California?

[@Legend_Face]

So true! Dont get me wrong, Cartier has their place in the simplistic “classic” styles, but they certainly aren’t that luxurious.

[@edjenkins100]

Thoughts on Tom Davies glasses? Don't think I've ever seen you mention them.

[@aleksandarbrzic8351]

Paying "somewhat" for the name?! Like 1000% somewhat?! Great video, as usual! And, BTW, don´t be so angry with Arnault (LVMH), he is just so busy putting his children into executive positions of whatever he owns, that he does not have the time to delivery anything. Of course, treat as you like them, people will still keep buying LVMH stuff, as you may well know. Sad world of Luxury: actually there are maybe only 3-4 luxury companies worth buying from nowadays imho. But, what do I know...

[@TizzleT]

What brands are you referring to?

[@Birdylockso]

@@TizzleT Barton Perreira

[@MCsorlotron]

What brands?

[@W1LLi4m_]

What luxury brands are worth buying nowadays?

[@MatthewC137]

I dig your passion. It's confidence inspiring and no doubt the reason for your impressive knowledge and expertise. I first discovered your channel a few years ago and then rediscovered it recently when it popped up due to my shopping for new glasses. Well this time I subscribed immediately so I don't lose touch again! I've got a lot of your videos in the queue and want to thank you for the education so THANK YOU! Regards from middle of nowhere Wyoming.

[@joshl7033]

Hi, could you rate Matsuda?

[@christophernicolson5086]

2nd for Matsuda

[@cytherians]

@@christophernicolson5086 I'm thinking they're near Masunaga quality.

[@christoo5125]

What is the model number for those mclarens?

[@nickcorleone8709]

Great video, would be useful for a list of each brand in each category, as it’s difficult to tell each brand just by the logo when reviewing your categorisation.

[@johnalcala1284]

What brand/model metal frame glasses are you wearing during most of the video? I want a pair!

[@manyloosescrews]

What about Vuarnet!!! Blackfin and OVVO should get some love too. I really enjoy carrying TAVAT, they have been a dream to partner with and every line is remarkable in its own right.

[@Thorgrimn]

Perfect video for what I was looking for which was helping me make an informed decision on which brands are worth paying more for and why I shouldnt just buy a $30 pair off Amazon. Now to decide on a great do everything pair for driving, walking on the beach, and hiking. Thanks for the video.

[@chasekemp4982]

I miss the pre luxotica era of Oakley. My favourite being the X-metal series❤

[@christophernicolson5086]

I had a pair of Romeo 2.0 back in the day. Total shame.

[@cytherians]

I picked up a pair of Oakley sunglasses recently, on a really nice deep discount sale offered on the brand site. Overall the quality wasn't bad, but I've got an older pair of Oakley sunglasses and I could tell the difference. I took advantage of the free return offer. Never again...

[@robbyr2145]

I have/had several X-Metal frames with Unobtainium. One thing I found is the coatings do not last. They are outstanding when new but over the years the coatings just fade, comparing this with Ray Ban and Maui Jim's that have held on to their tints. Also, their frames did break, compared to my Ray Ban's and Maui Jims.

[@cytherians]

@@robbyr2145 I knew someone who had a pair of Oakley Juliet sunglasses and he ended up selling them before the prices seriously spiked, for those reasons. The lens coatings faded unevenly and the frames were a bear to keep tight.

[@王卓-m8v]

I bought a Costa Del Mar, and the box said it is manufactured by OAKLEY USA... funk Luxottica

[@oflus]

Hi. Thanks for the great video. I got the Alika style of the Maui Jim and wonder, why the lenses seems darker in the middle from the outside?

[@thespectaclefactory]

You're welcome. It's because of Maui Jim's patented bigradient mirror coating

[@TheVelvetRoom-ul7gx]

I’m debating about pulling the trigger for a pair of Robert le Roche. Still love my Barton Perreira but the Masunaga frames are incredible. This is the first time I’ve had a close look at them and I’m hugely impressed. Well done Rob. Another excellent video.

[@cloysterX418]

What you think of Lindberg?

[@adamvukovic1601]

Hope during time you would update this topic list with top 50 😎. I think also than could been included brands like Matsuda, Vysen, Peter and May , Rigards , Massada .....

[@petermartin9494]

You are a great salesman. You have sold me a pair of Out Of, Gast and Masunaga sunglasses. The Masunagas are full acetate frames and the feeling against the skin is very special, soft and warm. Thank you for pointing me in the right direction. The Out of glasses are great too, very well made and inexpensive.

[@thespectaclefactory]

Happy to assist 😅

[@Peanutdenver]

You'd like Ahlem as well I believe. I have several pairs and I love the style and comfort...at least the pairs I own are very comfy.

[@Peanutdenver]

@@thespectaclefactory I have quick question for you(if you check your old vids of course). I was given a pair of Akila and James Oro sunglasses through a few reps, have you tried them and what are your thoughts. They're not bad considering how inexpensive both are, especially when they're free. Btw you're one of the few channels giving objective information on sunglasses.

[@RaySchutz]

Glad to see you gave Randolph a little love. Got me Maui Jim Kaiwi Channel; blue lenses, a Randloph 23k white gold with cobalt lenses in my meager collection and just got ordered Cartier Panthere rimless grey lenses. I'm done for a while. Carpe Diem. You are a greaat Ambassador.

[@msposite]

I'm looking for how tavat is $300 better than Randolph? Or is money not thought about at all?

[@garyasajar]

I'm a big fan of Rayban Wayfarer and Clubmaster. This video is very informative. I became an eyewear expert by just watching this. Thank you!

[@thespectaclefactory]

Thanks for watching!

[@JNP-my8eb]

@@thespectaclefactory Dita was rated as just meh and overrated on previous video on this channel, wonder why now it is rated as "amazing"

[@alexivan3911]

No you haven't become an eyewear expert by just watching this. You just got spoon fed some bits of info, relative bits of info, biased bits of info, personal taste bits of info, etc. now go on and do your own research some more and maybe you will become an eyewear expert.

[@skinwalker_]

Thank you this was so enlightening I really appreciate all the information. I never knew there were so many great glasses. I would look to persol for something different but I never found any I loved. The ones I eventually bought I never wore as the lenses were so bad.

[@thespectaclefactory]

Welcome to the channel!

[@dholli2]

Id like a video based purely on lense quality. Honestly the most important factor to me.

[@thespectaclefactory]

Great idea for a video

[@robbyr2145]

Hard to beat Zeiss in this. Even with regards medical use of lenses for Lasik medical lasers. Unless someone can find a great comparable Japanese lens manufacturers.

[@JackD8824]

Nothing quite like Masunaga - well put and a great tier list. Thanks for making content!

[@akaashkat7037]

I understand the luxotica tier but I would like to see those brands put into an actual tier so we can compare because if you see this tier list without context then you wouldn’t know that some brands in that list still make some great products…. But a down vote due to the company that owns them is kinda cheeky… that being said after watching this video I really need a pair of Masunaga and L’écurie, beautiful glasses

[@eliasbinu2598]

What is your oppinion on Safilo frames??

[@George-zj2ll]

Cazal is my new go-for after watching this video. Really amazing designs.

[@zalapolami2109]

Which would be a great pair of sunglesses for someone with weakness to sunlight or brightness? Taking into account that they will be on my face 24/7. Thank you!

[@guitar6547]

This guy definitely knows his stuff! Quite an expert for sure...very informative, All nice glasses, but for the average person that either breaks, loses or has a pair stolen probably every summer one way or another, wayyy too expensive for the the people not in the millionaire's club wearing Mayback & Cartier Frames lol...we're lucky to "maybe" have acquired a Rolex Submariner in our 40's, I wear Oakley's and most people I talk to won't even come close to spending the money for a pair of them, I've had the same pair for 20 years, replaced the Lenses once, and the rubber components once, and just recently my mother gave me her pair (Wire Tap 2.0) and I found a set of Flak Beta's that both fit my narrow face just right, I would look like a space cadet wearing 95% of the frames in this video, they all look like over-sized woman's frames to me 🤷‍♂️

[@klubs1237]

Would love your opinion on Warby Parker, I enjoy the styles I’ve seen from them and they’re more on the affordable end so I’m curious about the quality

[@masonjames1]

Ermenegildo Zegna with Carl Zeiss lenses. Rating? I got some and amazing.

[@thespectaclefactory]

Top of OK

[@masonjames1]

​@@thespectaclefactoryZenga vary. Some higher end than others. But your opinion is welcomed thx

[@ibasventures]

Where would you classify Louis Vuitton?

[@shino8854]

Carrera, Oakley, Rayban....these are the brands I have been buying for the last decade. The ones you have on the Amazing tier, most I haven't even heard about 😂😂

[@seminky5341]

Rayban and oaks of modern times have deteriorated quality.

[@mirracze]

Similar here, most of the top 2 tiers seem not to be even imported to my country :D

[@usernotfound7481]

No wonder, you probably like buying sheitt

[@Noone-pg2hj]

Sounds like a You problem

[@PatGigtainment]

What do you think about Mont Blanc eyewear? I just bought some online and have no idea what to except

[@mouisehay930]

Used to be zeiss lenses, not sure honestly but I like the style

[@johnarchdeacon4578]

I love how he based this on zero data. Just the amount of technology that goes on in the Oakley prizm sunglasses is phenomenal.

[@lusvus5445]

If you compare them to Cartier, you feel the difference.

[@Michael-nq3vn]

Honestly I have both the prizm and Nike show x3… The Nike were half the price and way better.

[@johnarchdeacon4578]

I have to say my Maui Jim's are the best for me. In my opinion. I have no data to support my opinion. Lol they just feel good on my face and my eyes are comfortable when I wear them. I want to see a video of the best sunglasses with some sort of data points. Not because the creator thinks they look cool.

[@loirilenebasilio7864]

Great video!!! I’d like to know your opinion about Miu miu / Versace Thanks 😊😊

[@destrozar]

This video has been a real education. Thank you

[@thespectaclefactory]

I'm glad you thought so! Thanks for watching

[@caravaggio1571]

Greetings. I have found your scientific and thorough approach to sunglasses evaluation to be most commendable. Have you conducted a comparative analysis of Revo and Vuarnet eyewear?

[@deputyvillageidiot]

It’s sad that as soon as a frame is Luxxotica you decide to just plop it into the last category rather than parsing it as an expert. Not all Luxoticas are made the same, and while I know none of them should be in Perfection or Amazing, I’m sure one or two can be in Meh or even Ok. Persol is one of those that I think you were unfair to, they’re definitely made better than the typical Luxotica junk. I still haven’t seen you deal with RayBan yet, but I hope you don’t just plop it in the last category, that’s their flagship and I’d be interested for your reasons why it might be better or worse. Please in the future parse out Luxotica better, that’s why we watch you, for an honest opinion.

[@davidedalmolin]

I agree with you.. Evaluating brands with negative opinions only because they are under the Luxottica group seems rather stupid to me.. In addition, you always have to consider the cost of the glasses, you can't think that a brand that sells glasses at a certain price is criticized for the fact that it has a construction not the height of one that costs three or four times as much..

[@levim.3505]

Love what you do here on KZbin! Years of experience and know-how, condensed in only a few minutes for as all to enjoy for free. Amazing. What is your take on Eyevan?

[@gabriell4031]

From the first time I laid my eyes on a JMM frame I knew it spoke high quality to me. I wear and enjoy nothing but high quality. As soon as I put on a pair of JMM for the first time I knew they were cemented for me as my favorite. 7 pairs later the attraction is still there. The attention to detail and the way they stand out on my huge head just makes me feel complete. When someone else who has a pair catches mine it feels like a cult of the know. I get questions and compliments all the time on all of my frames. They are just on another level for me.

[@luanhoangvo]

would love to hear your thought on Blake Kuwahara Eyewear

[@ikarugaxx3749]

I appreciate that now your ratings have a specifically labeled "Luxottica" tier. I see how that group operates here... in 90% of the shops, and they are the threat to the eyewear and eyecare world you say they are, no more no less.

[@Hooker1984]

Why Luxottica ? Is a enemy?😮😅

[@nowayangelo]

@@Hooker1984bc monopoly.

[@ShaileshKumar-vl8pm]

My friend suggested trying the crash games for a quick thrill, and wow, were they right! Have you taken a shot at those yet

[@MCBosmans]

I like how you shamelessly named the bottom tier Luxottica 😂

[@guilladogui8259]

ferragamo? is it any good?

[@zamfearmagic]

All the perfections have very ugly frames 😮

[@W1LLi4m_]

Masunagas are very nice.

[@marlon1171]

Untrue but to each his own

[@LuisMercadoorg]

You obviously have never had one of their frames in your hands

[@WyzrdCat]

@@LuisMercadoorgLol dawg having them in your hands has nothing to do with whether they're ugly. People on the street aren't gonna pull em off and fondle em before they judge you 😂

[@Kh2456]

They truly are hideous.

[@juanantoniobh]

What do you think about the Porsche Sunglasses P´8930 ? Would you recommend them for a round face? Are they good quality?

[@elektroslawo76]

Tom Ford sunglasses are produced by Marcolin, that belongs to LVMH. So your link to Luxottica is wrong in this case.

[@BorisBidjanSaberi11]

What would you rate Bvlgari frames?

[@EduardoMedeirosN]

One tip for future videos: please put up the name of each brand on the screen as you start talking about them. This helps speakers of English as a second language, and helps broaden your reach.

[@WyzrdCat]

Yeah the logos are too small to read, visual aid is quite bad here

[@Notorious2108]

You can also put chapters on the video that help when you want to see where a specific brand falls

[@shadow2XS]

Any opinion on Kuboraum?

[@Schnitzeljunge]

Matsuda? Perfection.

[@rodrigorodrigues-gc4wf]

Hi Robert, I like very much a french brand that calls Brett. I'm sure you also know. Did you have some opinion about?

[@rass9492]

Cartier all the way

[@Arthur5165]

What about Cutler and Gross and Americal Optical?

[@bmccook14]

Looking for new sunglasses. What category would you put SPY?

[@KristofBürmann]

What about American Optical? I have just ordered the Saratoga for my collection and I think it even beats my Randolphs.

[@newpeupyoass]

I would love to know where Etnia Barcelona and Vaurnet stack up. They both use mineral glass lenses.

[@kingchaos6050]

You sure about that!? Everyone uses plastic lenses as an industry safety standard!

[@WyzrdCat]

Awesome video, I'm just in a frustrated spot because few of these offer prescription lenses, and I can't find any reviews on sunglass prescription lenses :/

[@thespectaclefactory]

We can add prescription lenses to just about anything, and we ship all over the world.

[@Quintessence.]

Whatever happened with the REVO brand? I owned a couple of their sunglasses many years ago. Simply loved the REVO lens quality and color, and when the frames broke, I wanted to buy replacement sunglasses but could not find REVO anywhere. I have tried (in vain) to find alternate sunglasses with the same amazing lens attributes as REVO but have had no luck. Unfortunately. Quite discouraging.

[@check4v]

Where can I find a larger version of the final chart?

[@Amr.Abdelwahed]

I came across Bentley eyewear made by Estede..What do you think about them?

[@Man7rah]

This NEEDS a follow-up with more brands! Discovered more than one brand I loved just from this video alone!

[@thespectaclefactory]

Thanks! Will do eventually

[@PacmanB17H25]

What are your thoughts on the American Optical brand? Always wondered if they were of any quality!

[@shmeepmeep9983]

What about Prada and Off white? And also Gentle Monster