April 2024

Men's Sunglasses: MetaRanking

This page highlights the aggregate summary of men's sunglasses rankings posted by key online experts, as of April 2024.

Summary

On 9 Apr 2024, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 109 sunglasses endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.

98 sunglasses were endorsed in total, only 7 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)

As of 9 Apr 2024, Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed sunglasses with 3 expert endorsements. 2 experts out of 3 recommended it as the '#1 sunglasses' this month.

Brand breakdown
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Price breakdown
As can be seen in the chart below, lowest high-ranking men's sunglasses start at $15.99 (Sojos Breath) and go up to $507 (Persol 714SM Steve McQueen). Median sunglasses costs $143 (Ray-Ban New Wayfarer).
$15.99
$507

At a glance - April Ranking

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Rank Change Price Sunglasses
tripsavvy.com
Runner's World
T3
TheManual
independent.co.uk
thecoolist
luxurylondon.co.uk
OutdoorGearLab
Forbes
Good Housekeeping
1
+3 $171
Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer
The Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer sunglasses are highly praised for their timeless style, versatile design, and durability, making them a popular choice for both men and women.
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6
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1
2
-1 $178
Ray-Ban Clubmaster
The Ray-Ban Clubmaster sunglasses are highly regarded for their timeless style, excellent lens quality, and durability, making them a versatile and reliable choice for a wide range of individuals and activities.
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1
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1
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3
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Huckberry Weekenders
The Huckberry Weekenders sunglasses are highly praised for their stylish design, versatile fit, and durable construction, making them a great option for casual wear and outdoor activities.
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2
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12
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2
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4
-1 $135
Raen Aren
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3
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5
- $507
Persol 714SM Steve McQueen
The Persol 714SM Steve McQueen sunglasses are highly regarded for their style, lens quality, and durability, making them a timeless and versatile choice for eyewear.
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15
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11
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8
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6
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Bose Tempo Frames
The Bose Tempo Frames sunglasses are praised for their stylish design, versatile functionality, and durability, making them a top choice for outdoor activities and active individuals.
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3
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12
New * $180
Ray-Ban Retro Round Metal
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#4 $134.99 Raen Aren
#1 $171 Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer
#2 $178 Ray-Ban Clubmaster
#12 $180 Ray-Ban Retro Round Metal
#6 $249.45 Bose Tempo Frames
#5 $507 Persol 714SM Steve McQueen

We ranked Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer #1 in April 2024 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best men's sunglasses” rankings.
  • Out of those, 2 experts ranked Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer as #1.
Critic endorsements:
Runner's World

Best Everyday Pair

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OutdoorGearLab

A Timeless Classic

Classic, versatile style
Look great on everyone
Robust and sturdy

Slant leaves the top open
Heavy

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Good Housekeeping

Best Overall Sunglasses for Men

Classic, stylish design
Lightweight and comfortable
Durable, according to testers
Suitable for a variety of face shapes

May slide down nose

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We ranked Ray-Ban Clubmaster #2 in April 2024 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best men's sunglasses” rankings.
  • Out of those, 2 experts ranked Ray-Ban Clubmaster as #1.
Critic endorsements:
T3

American-meets-Euro chic, these sunglasses are classics

Classic design
Can be customised
Lightweight

You might prefer Wayfarers

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independent.co.uk

Best Overall

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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts

Identify Experts

We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend men's sunglasses.

Capture Rankings

For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of men's sunglasses, it must be updated in the last 9 months.

Aggregate Rankings

We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking

Experts chosen for April 2024 ranking

We ranked Huckberry Weekenders #3 in April 2024 because:

  • 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best men's sunglasses” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
tripsavvy.com

Best Budget, Runner-Up

Premium polarized lenses eliminate glare
Impressive clarity
Durable construction

Traditional design is not particularly fashion forward

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Runner's World

Best for Hiking

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thecoolist

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Forbes

Best Affordable Sunglasses For Men

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We ranked Raen Aren #4 in April 2024 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best men's sunglasses” rankings.
  • Out of those, 1 expert ranked Raen Aren as #1.
Critic endorsements:
tripsavvy.com

Best Overall

Subtle style
Ample sun protection
Durable construction

Not ideally sized for larger heads

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Forbes

Best Stylish Sunglasses For Men

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We ranked Persol 714SM Steve McQueen #5 in April 2024 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best men's sunglasses” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
T3

Understated sunglasses for the man who would be Steve McQueen

Understated design
Hinge design
Classics

Quite harsh colourway

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thecoolist

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Forbes

Best Luxury Sunglasses

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We ranked Bose Tempo Frames #6 in April 2024 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best men's sunglasses” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
Runner's World

Built-In Speakers

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T3

The perfect sports shades with a techy treat

Bose Open Ear Audio tech adds a soundtrack over everything
Sweat and weather resistant design
Comfortable

Pricey
Not as sleek as your standard sunnies

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We ranked Ray-Ban Retro Round Metal #7 in April 2024 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best men's sunglasses” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
TheManual

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Good Housekeeping

Best Everyday Sunglasses for Men

Classic, retro style
Adjustable nose pads
Available in a variety of lens and frame colors

Design is a bit more fragile

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