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Apple Vision Pro (Transparent) — Smart glasses · 2024 · Transparent
Apple

Apple Vision Pro (Transparent)

Smart glasses · 2024 · Transparent

86
/ 100
From $3,499
VS
Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear) wins by 4
Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear) — Smart glasses · 2026 · Clear
Apple

Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear)

Smart glasses · 2026 · Clear

90
/ 100
From $2,999
Specdex verdict

Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear) takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Apple Vision Pro (Transparent) lands at 86 and Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear) at 90. That puts Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear) ahead by 4 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Apple Vision Pro (Transparent) if…

  • ✓Lightweight AR-lite form factor
  • ✓Prescription lens options
  • ✓Hands-free camera/display

Pick Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear) if…

  • ✓Lightweight AR-lite form factor
  • ✓Prescription lens options
  • ✓Hands-free camera/display
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Visuals

Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear)

Compared on the visuals sub-score

Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear) leads on visuals (90 vs 86).

Comfort

Tie

Compared on the comfort sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Tracking

Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear)

Compared on the tracking sub-score

Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear) leads on tracking (84 vs 80).

Value for money

Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear) more score per dollar ($2,999 vs $3,499).

Apple Vision Pro (Transparent) 86
vs
90 Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear)

Score breakdown

Apple Vision Pro (Transparent)
86
visuals 86
comfort 88
tracking 80
library 70
Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear)
90
visuals 90
comfort 88
tracking 84
library 70

Specs side-by-side

Apple Vision Pro (Transparent) versus Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear) — full spec comparison
Spec Apple Vision Pro (Transparent) Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear)
Type
Smart glasses
Smart glasses
Variant
Transparent
Clear
Release year
2024
2026

Apple Vision Pro (Transparent)

Pros
  • +Lightweight AR-lite form factor
  • +Prescription lens options
  • +Hands-free camera/display
Cons
  • −Privacy concerns (camera)
  • −Battery limited
  • −Software ecosystem young

Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear)

Pros
  • +Lightweight AR-lite form factor
  • +Prescription lens options
  • +Hands-free camera/display
Cons
  • −Privacy concerns (camera)
  • −Battery limited
  • −Software ecosystem young

FAQ: Apple Vision Pro (Transparent) vs Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear)

Which is better, Apple Vision Pro (Transparent) or Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear)? +

Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear) scores 90 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 4. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Apple Vision Pro (Transparent) worth the price? +

At $3,499, Apple Vision Pro (Transparent) delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in comfort.

Is Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear) worth the price? +

At $2,999, Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear) delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in visuals.

Does Apple Vision Pro (Transparent) or Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear) last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for visuals, Apple Vision Pro (Transparent) or Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear)? +

Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear) — leads on visuals (90 vs 86). Compared on the visuals sub-score.

Which is better for tracking, Apple Vision Pro (Transparent) or Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear)? +

Apple Vision Pro 2 (Clear) — leads on tracking (84 vs 80). Compared on the tracking sub-score.