Oakley Meta HSTN review

Oakley Meta HSTN takes the Ray-Ban Meta formula and puts it in a chunkier Oakley frame aimed at athletes and fans. Meta lists a built-in camera that records Ultra HD (3K) video, open-ear speakers integrated into the frame and an IPX4 water resistance rating, so sweat and a passing shower are not a problem. A full charge lasts up to eight hours of typical use and up to 19 hours on standby, the glasses reach 50% in 20 minutes, and the case adds up to 48 hours on the go. Meta AI is built in, so you can ask about the weather, start a recording or post to Stories by voice. At $399 it undercuts Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 3) by $50, which is why it ranks so close behind. The trade-offs are an hour less battery than Gen 3 and a style that reads as sporty rather than classic. Like every Meta pair here except Display, there is no screen in the lens.

Who it is for

Active people and sports fans who want camera and audio glasses in a sportier Oakley shape for less than Ray-Ban Gen 3.

Price

From $399 at Meta.

with the rest of the collection starting at $399 USD dropping later this summer.
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 9, 2026.

Key features

• Built-in camera with Ultra HD (3K) video
• Open-ear speakers built into the frame
• IPX4 water resistance
• Up to eight hours of typical use and up to 19 hours on standby
• Charging case with up to 48 hours of extra charge; 50% in 20 minutes

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: $50 less than Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 3) with a similar feature set
• Strength: IPX4 rating for sweat and light rain
• Strength: Fast charging to 50% in 20 minutes
• Weakness: One hour less battery than Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 3)
• Weakness: Bold Oakley styling will not suit every face or office
• Weakness: No display and no fitness app links like Vanguard

Key facts

• Price: From $399
• Camera: 3K video
• Battery: Up to 8 hours
• Water resistance: IPX4

Where it ranks

Oakley Meta HSTN is No. 2 in our Best Smart Glasses verdict.