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Buying AI glasses: the 7 criteria that really count.

It isn’t the longest feature list that wins, but the glasses that fit your everyday life. These seven criteria lead you reliably to the right decision — and past expensive mistakes.

Smart glasses are a purchase for everyday wear. That’s why fit and usefulness decide your satisfaction, not top technical figures. Work through this list one point at a time.

01Purpose first

Be clear about what you really want to use the glasses for: navigation, translation, notes and teleprompter, photo/video or a virtual screen? The purpose determines the category — display, camera or AR glasses. Skip this and you buy past your needs.

02Comfort — do try them on

Weight, fit and balance decide whether you’re still wearing the glasses after an hour. Numbers on a spec sheet say little; ten minutes on your nose say everything. Look for light materials — the Even G2, for instance, uses Magnesium and Titan at around 36 grams. Try before you buy.

03Display or camera?

A worn camera quickly becomes a delicate matter at work, on public transport or in conversation. If you want discreet assistance and don’t want to unsettle those around you, choose a display pair without a camera. More on this in our privacy guide.

04Prescription & corrective lenses

If you wear a visual aid, the question is decisive: can prescription lenses be integrated? For the Even G2 there are UltraFit lenses in single-vision and varifocal versions — turning the smart glasses into a full everyday pair. Check the available prescription range.

05Running costs & subscriptions

Some providers tie core features to a subscription. Do the maths over the period of use: a cheap entry price with an expensive subscription can cost more in the end. At Even Realities the features are included in the purchase price, with no ongoing fees.

06Language & AI quality

Check that the voice assistant, translation and transcription handle German well — not just English. Ideally test it live with your own way of speaking. The Even G2 supports German on the display, in Even AI and in real-time translation.

07Warranty & service in Switzerland

With an import, you handle warranty cases with the manufacturer overseas. With the authorised Swiss partner you have a local point of contact, pay in francs including VAT and save on customs and import tax. Details in the guide Smart glasses Switzerland.

Price guidance for Switzerland: Even G2 CHF 699.– incl. case & VAT.

Even R1 Smart Ring CHF 269.– · Prescription lenses (UltraFit) from CHF 169.– · Sun clip CHF 99.–.

No subscriptions, no hidden running costs. 2 years manufacturer’s warranty in Europe, handled through us as your Swiss point of contact.

The best test is still trying them on

All seven criteria can be settled in a single appointment. In our showroom in Zürich you can put on the G2, test navigation, translation and Even AI, sort out prescription lenses and get an honest assessment — even when smart glasses aren’t (yet) the right thing for your situation.

FAQ about the buying guide

What should you look for when buying AI glasses?

Purpose, comfort (do try them on), whether a camera is built in, the availability of prescription lenses, running costs and subscriptions, language support for the AI features, and warranty and service. With a Swiss retailer you also have a local point of contact for the warranty.

What do AI glasses cost in Switzerland?

The Even G2 costs CHF 699.– including case and VAT, the Even R1 Smart Ring CHF 269.–. Prescription lenses are available from CHF 169.–. There are no subscriptions or hidden running costs.

Should you import AI glasses or buy them in Switzerland?

Direct import rarely saves money, because import tax, customs clearance and shipping are added and the warranty runs via overseas. With the authorised Swiss partner you pay in francs including VAT and have the warranty handled locally.

Settle all 7 criteria in one appointment.