When we started covering augmented reality (AR) smart glasses, the Rokid Max stood out for two reasons: They have a wider field of view than the competition and unique focus dials that let nearsighted users (like me) enjoy a sharp picture without spending extra on prescription lens inserts. Rokid is replacing them with the $449 Max 2 glasses, which retain both of those benefits and still project a sharp 1080p picture in front of your eyes. In fact, the second-gen specs are nearly identical to the original in features and performance, just with a less conspicuous design. Overall, they're an excellent option for private, on-the-go work and play, but the Viture Pro glasses ($459.99) have a brighter display and dimmable lenses, so they remain our Editors’ Choice.

Though still not particularly subtle with their big, Spider-Man-like lenses, the Rokid Max 2 glasses are at least a bit less conspicuous than their predecessors. The frames are almost identical in shape, with a large, flat, slightly bug-eyed front, but now they’re a dark gray that stands out much less than the metallic blue shade of the Rokid Max.

All of the elements are in the same place as on the Rokid Max, from the pinhole microphone on the top of the bridge to the speakers above the inward-facing lenses to the USB-C port on the end of the left temple. Most importantly, the diopter adjustment wheels on the upper left and right corners are still present. If you wear prescription glasses, you can use the wheels to focus the lenses for a sharp picture without separate lens inserts like the RayNeo Air 2S and XReal Air 2 require. It’s a welcome feature you also get with the Viture Pro.