Ray-Ban Wayfarer Classic vs Maui Jim Peahi
Ray-Ban Wayfarer Classic ($183) vs Maui Jim Peahi ($349) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right sunglasses.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Ray-Ban Wayfarer Classic | Maui Jim Peahi |
|---|
| Price | $183 | $349 |
| Weight | 29g | 30g |
| Frame | Acetate (Italian) | Lightweight polycarbonate |
| Lens | G-15 glass / Crystal | PolarizedPlus2 580nm |
| UV | 100% UV400 | 100% UV400 |
| Polarized | Optional | — |
| Origin | Italy | Hawaii / Japan |
| Width | Large | — |
| Lens material | — | MauiBrilliant or glass |
| Use | — | High-glare outdoor |
Pros & Cons
Ray-Ban Wayfarer Classic
- Timeless iconic design
- G-15 lens accuracy
- Italian acetate quality
- Gender-neutral styling
- Available polarized
- Large not for small faces
- G-15 darkens colors slightly
- Glass lens heavier than polycarbonate
Maui Jim Peahi
- Best-in-class optical clarity
- PolarizedPlus2 color enhancement
- 580nm glare elimination
- Transformative vision quality
- All outdoor activity suitable
- $349 premium
- Polarized-only lens system
- Sportier aesthetic
Ray-Ban Wayfarer Classic is the better value at $183. Both are part of our curated sunglasses index — tap through to check current pricing.