Brilliant Labs Halo vs Even G2
Hesitating between the Brilliant Labs Halo and the Even G2? Here are both models side by side, using the specs and prices from our benchmark.
Key differences
- Brilliant Labs Halo costs $250 less than Even G2.
- Even G2 is 4 g lighter than Brilliant Labs Halo.
- Only Brilliant Labs Halo has a camera; Even G2 has none.
Specifications
| Brilliant Labs Halo | Even G2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | HUD glasses | HUD glasses |
| Status | Pre-order | On sale |
| Price | $349 | $599 / €599 |
| Release date | August 2025 | November 2025 |
| Weight | 40 g | 36 g |
| Display | Micro LED | Waveguide monochrome green micro-LED (HAO 2.0) |
| Camera | Yes | No |
| AI assistant | Noa | Even AI |
| On-device AI | Yes | No |
| Chip | low-power AI processor | - |
| Speakers | dual bone conduction speakers | None |
| Microphones | dual mics | 4 microphones |
| Needs a cable | No | No |
| Resolution | - | 640x200 per eye |
| Field of view | - | 25° |
| Brightness | - | 1,200 nits |
| Battery (glasses) | - | 48 h |
| Connectivity | - | Bluetooth LE, Even Realities app, R1 ring |
| Water resistance | - | IP65 |
Best for: Brilliant Labs Halo
Developers and tech enthusiasts looking for lightweight, open-source HUD glasses with on-device AI and adjustable optics.
Best for: Even G2
The Even G2 is best for international travelers and professionals who want discreet, real-time speech translation without the privacy concerns of a camera.