Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2: $322.15 in May 2026, $283.26 in Nov 2025
MacRumors reported the Wayfarer Gen 2 at $322.15 against $379 on May 19, 2026. Slickdeals reported a Skyler at $283.26 against $409 in November 2025, and commenters said it was gone. Here are the dated prices and a five-step check.
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What changed since our last update
The page we replaced said "$379 today," "all-time low $283 at Black Friday" and "7 million pairs sold in 2025," and told you to wait for Prime Big Deal Days. We found no source for the 2025 sales figure or an October price, so we removed them. The $283 price was a single Skyler listing, not every style.
Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 prices by style
The styles have different list prices, so a deal on one doesn't apply to another.
- $322.15 on May 19, 2026, per MacRumors (May 19, 2026): the Wayfarer, 15% off $379 at Amazon and Best Buy through May 26. The Gen 1 Wayfarer was $223.99.
- From $321.99 on May 18, 2026 at Amazon, per 9to5Toys (May 18, 2026), which said it was the best price it had tracked for the Gen 2. It applied to the Wayfarer, Skyler and Headliner, and the page showed the offer as expired.
- $283.26 on November 19, 2025 at Amazon, per Slickdeals (November 19, 2025): the Skyler in Shiny Black, listed at $409. Commenters reported the price back at $409 the next day. Expired.
- We found no report of a Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 price from the October 2026 Prime Big Deal Days.
The free Zroppix extension puts that history on the Amazon listing itself: the last 90 days of price for the exact version you have open, a BUY or WAIT verdict based on where today's price sits in that range, and an alert if you would rather wait. No account is needed to see the history.
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How to tell whether today's price is fair
We don't publish a price chart or a predicted price for the Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 on this page, because we can't back one up with recorded data here. What we can give you is a method that works for any product, and the free Zroppix extension that applies it for you on the Amazon page.
- Confirm the exact version. Model year, size, colour and bundle can each change the price. Read the title and the variant selector, not just the headline.
- Open the price history. Use the Zroppix extension (90-day history on Amazon pages) or another tracker such as CamelCamelCamel or Keepa. Where Amazon shows its own price history link, use that too.
- Compare today's price with the lowest in the window. At or near the low is a fair price. A big "percent off" badge on its own proves little, as our guide to sale badges explains.
- Check who sells it. Amazon or the brand is safest. Compare against the manufacturer's own site, which may run separate promotions.
- Set an alert if the price isn't right yet, and decide on your own timeline. Nobody can tell you what the price will do next.
Match the style, the lenses and the list price
- Style: the Wayfarer lists at $379 and the Skyler at $409 in these reports.
- Lenses: clear, tinted, blue-light and Transitions lenses are priced differently.
- Generation: the Gen 1 is a cheaper, older model. Check the title says Gen 2.
- Seller: check that Amazon or Meta sells it, and that it's new.
We haven't tested the glasses. Read independent reviews for camera quality and battery life.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Comparing different styles. The Wayfarer and Skyler have different list prices.
- Mixing up Gen 1 and Gen 2.
- Using an expired price. Both the May and November prices ended.
- Picking lenses after the price. Lens type changes the price.
Compare before you decide
If the price isn't right, or you want to compare options, these are worth a look.
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Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 price reference points
Dated reports from named sources, not today's prices. Different models, sizes and sellers are priced differently.
| Date | Model | Reported price | Source | Check it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2026 | Gen 2 Wayfarer | $322.15, list $379 (through May 26) | MacRumors | Find cheaper → |
| May 18, 2026 | Gen 2 Wayfarer, Skyler, Headliner | From $321.99, 15% off (expired) | 9to5Toys | Find cheaper → |
| Nov 19, 2025 | Gen 2 Skyler, Shiny Black | $283.26, list $409 (expired) | Slickdeals | Find cheaper → |
Honest pros and cons
What stands out
- Three dated reports
- Styles and list prices are separated
- Expired deals are flagged
What to weigh
- No October 2026 report found
- The $283 price was one style on one day
- We show no live prices
- We haven't tested the glasses
Before you buy
A quick checklist for this purchase.
- Confirm the exact model in the listing title and variant selector.
- Check what's included: bundle, accessories, colour.
- Open the price history for that exact model.
- Compare today's price with the lowest in the window.
- Check the seller and the return window.
- Set an alert if the price isn't right yet.
Keep going
Frequently asked questions
How much are the Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 glasses?
MacRumors gave the Wayfarer a $379 list price and reported $322.15 on May 19, 2026. Check the live listing.
What was the lowest Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 price?
The lowest we found was $283.26 for a Skyler on November 19, 2025. It was gone within a day.
What is the difference between Gen 1 and Gen 2?
MacRumors listed the Gen 1 Wayfarer at $223.99 on sale. Compare the specs on the listing.
Are the Ray-Ban Meta glasses worth it?
We haven't tested them. See independent reviews.
Will it be cheaper on Black Friday?
We can't predict that. Black Friday is November 27, 2026.
Will it be cheaper on Black Friday?
We can't predict that. Black Friday is November 27 and Cyber Monday is November 30, 2026. Set an alert and check the history first.
How do I check the price history?
Install the free Zroppix extension for a 90-day history on Amazon pages, or use a tracker such as CamelCamelCamel or Keepa.
The two lows were months apart
MacRumors reported $322.15 in May and Slickdeals $283.26 in November 2025. Set an alert.
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