<p>Don’t get me wrong—Night Mode is great and all, but instead of messing with the settings on all my devices, I found an easier solution: blue light glasses. Ever since <a href=”https://www.esquire.com/style/mens-fashion/a44268769/caddis-blue-light-glasses-review/” target=”_blank”>I tested and reviewed a pair from Caddis back in 2023</a>, I’ve been totally on-board with blue light glasses. They make the world much easier to look at on my eyes, and without the aggressive orange tint that Night Mode puts on my screens. It’s just <em>easy</em>. Even if you have prescription <a href=”https://www.esquire.com/style/mens-accessories/g26950745/best-sunglasses-brands-for-men/” target=”_blank”>glasses</a>, you can get blue light lenses on ’em with your prescription.</p><p>I’ve spent the last year and a half finding, testing, and reviewing all of my favorite blue light <a href=”https://www.esquire.com/style/mens-accessories/a61545253/ray-ban-wayfarer-reverse-sunglasses-review/” target=”_blank”>glasses</a> on the market, and rounded them up for you below. These are the styles that look cool, feel great, and perform best.<em></em></p>” data-next-head/>
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the best lightweight blue light glasses
Warby Parker Wilkie Glasses
If you know glasses, you know Warby Parker. The brand has a wide array of stylish, flattering frames to choose from, but when it comes to its selection of blue light glasses, the Wilkie are my favorite pair. They’re incredibly lightweight—as somebody who doesn’t normally wear glasses, I want a pair that feel like they aren’t even on my face, which is exactly what these provide. You can get them in a width suitable to your face size, and the clear frames work on everybody, ’cause they hardly impose on your face. These also have UV-protective, anti-reflective, scratch-resistant polycarbonate lenses for long-lasting durability.
the best timeless blue light glasses
Ray-Ban Clubmaster Optics
Inspired by frames that have been popular since the 1950s, Ray-Ban’s Clubmaster Optics are a style to keep on your radar. With squared tortoiseshell frames, these are classic and classy; the adjustable nose pads offer the perfect, comfortable fit, too. These are a style we found to be durable and resistant to scratches, with a retro appeal that we don’t see getting old any time soon.
the best affordable blue light glasses
Look Optic Billie Blue Light Glasses
Some people, like me, prefer to go the non-nose pads route. In that case, look to Look Optic. For under 100 bucks—a rarity in the world of premium blue light glasses—these are unbelievably high-quality, with a lightweight design and trendy look. The contoured nose bridge sits comfortably on your face, and being made from recycled materials, these glasses are as good for the environment as they are for your style. I particularly appreciate the temples on these—never digging into your face, but never sitting so far that they feel like they’re about to slide off, either.
the best tinted blue light glasses
Caddis Mabuhay Tinted Glasses
If you’re a certified Cool Guy, I don’t need to explain to you the appeal of a tinted lens—especially on aviators. Caddis is one step ahead of everybody else when it comes to blue light glasses; don’t get me wrong, I still love and wear the pair I tried nearly two years ago, but it doesn’t get anymore stylish or modern (with, admittedly, a ’70s flair), than these. The Mabuhay is lightweight but sturdy, with scratch-resistant, tinted rose lenses and gold hardware. Staring at your phone screen has never looked cooler.
the best high-end blue light glasses
Illesteva Jefferson Ace Optical Glasses
For a little bit of luxury, Illesteva’s blue light glasses that are handcrafted in Italy feel as good as they look. This style is crafted from ultra-light metal, with embossed details at the temples, but an otherwise minimalist design. The adjustable nose pads offer a secure fit and all-day comfort, and the timeless shape is one you’ll be wearing for years.
the best sleek blue light glasses
SALT. x Commune LC-22 Glasses
Inspired by film noir avant garde styles, the LC-22 is all about adding a healthy dose of luxury to your eyewear. The rectangular lens shape on these is designed specifically to not limit your vision, and as someone who doesn’t like most glasses because they constrict my periphery view, these get my stamp of approval. The blue light lenses have anti-reflective coating and UV coating, and the brushed titanium look adds a contemporary edge.
What To Look For
When selecting your perfect pair of blue light glasses, there are a few key things you should pay attention to.
Fit: When buying glasses online, always refer to the size to make sure you’re getting the right fit for your face. If you aren’t sure, a good rule of thumb that we like to follow from Ray-Ban is to go for 49-21 if you have a narrow face, 51-21 if you have an average face (this is the standard size for most people), and 52-21 or 53-21 if you have a wider face.
Frame: Once you know your face size for the right fit, pay attention to what shape of frames is most flattering for you. Generally, eyewear brands tend to recommend rounded frames for square faces and vice-versa.
Features: If you want to get into the nitty-gritty of your glasses, pay attention to features such as adjustable nose pads, UV protection, and anti-scratch coating.
How We Selected
I’m somebody who actually wears blue light glasses on a daily basis, so I picked the options above according to my picky standards. These are the glasses that look good, feel good, and perform like a charm, offering reduced eye strain and fatigue whenever I wear them.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the benefit of blue light glasses?
When you use your screens, which emit blue light, you’re putting strain on your eyes. This can lead to headaches, eye dryness, fatigue, and more. Blue light glasses effectively filter out that blue light, so you can look at your digital devices with better ease.
You may know that blue light can also cause you to have trouble sleeping, which is why Apple devices have Night Mode, which changes the light from blue to orange. Using your blue light glasses at night can help you sleep better, too.
Can I wear blue light glasses if I also have a prescription?
You can! Most of the glasses we listed above offer the addition of blue light filters when you input your prescription to get custom lenses, so whether you have a prescription or not, you can certainly wear blue light glasses.
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