Best Lightweight Safety Glasses

For those long work days, you need a pair of safety glasses that balance protection with comfort. The glasses featured in this list are designed to be light and gentle on your face, while offering robust mechanical resistance. They’ll keep you comfortable and protected all-day. 

From clear safety glasses, to safety sunglasses, goggles and more, our Best Lightweight Glasses guide has something for you.

What Does this Guide Cover?

• Best Overall Lightweight Safety Glasses
• Best Lightweight Safety Sunglasses
• Best Lightweight Mirror Safety Glasses
• Best Lightweight Amber Safety Glasses
• Best Lightweight Over Glasses Safety Glasses
• Best Lightweight Safety Goggles

Best Overall Lightweight Safety Glasses

Our Winner: Bollé BL30 Lightweight Scratch-Resistant Safety Glasses

Weight: 24g

Why We Picked Them...

✔ Tough polycarbonate build is resistant to impacts at extreme temperatures
✔ Clear lenses with anti-fog treatment maintain a safe field of vision

Ideal For...

✔ Work around low-risk eye hazards
✔ Indoor wear and outdoor work on cloudy days

Not the Best For...

✗ Brow and around the eyes protection (See Our Solution)
✗ Sun glare and UV protection (See Our Solution)

Our Verdict: With a wraparound, completely clear design and anti-fog coating, the Bollé BL30 Lightweight Safety Glasses offer an unobscured, panoramic view. They're scratch-resistant for lasting durability and completely metal-free, making them safe to wear around electrics. Their slight design also leaves plenty of room for headwear and ear protection.

Best Lightweight Safety SunGlasses

Our Winner: Portwest Smoke Lens Profile Frameless Safety Glasses PW34SKR

Weight: 36g

Why We Picked Them...

✔ Wraparound design provides panoramic view and sun protection
✔ Moulded bridge and flexible arms for secure and comfortable fit

Ideal For...

✔ Working outdoors in sunny conditions
✔ Maximum sun glare and UV protection

Not the Best For...

✗ Indoor work (See Our Solution)
✗ Changing light conditions (See Our Solution)

Our Verdict: Combining a dark smoke tint with a single panoramic lens, these Portwest Safety Sunglasses protect your eyes from glare while preserving a wide field of vision. The moulded nose bridge and brow guard offer a comfortable fit while reducing pressure on your face and keeping the glasses safely in place. They’re a great choice for working under the sun.

Best Lightweight Mirror Safety Glasses

Our Winner: Portwest Mirror Lens Wraparound Safety Glasses PW32MIR

Weight: 32g

Why We Picked Them...

✔ Indoor and outdoor lenses for UV resistance and a clear view
✔ Thin arms offer subtle fit and leave room for head and ear protection

Ideal For...

✔ Switching between indoor and outdoor work
✔ Shifting weather and light conditions

Not the Best For...

✗ Wearing with prescription glasses (See Our Solution)
✗ Extremely low light conditions (See Our Solution)

Our Verdict: Working on site can involve moving between indoors and outdoors multiple times a day and the changing light conditions can be tough on the eyes. Mirror lenses offer UV resistance despite only being lightly tinted, giving you protection and an unobscured vision. With really thin arms, the Portwest Mirror Glasses are comfortable and leave plenty of room for helmets or ear defenders. 

Best Lightweight Amber Safety Glasses

Our Winner: MCR Safety Klondike Plus Amber Lens Safety Glasses CEENKD314AF

Weight: 30g

Why We Picked Them...

✔ Amber lenses provide greater contrast for low light conditions
✔ Five-position temples and gel nose piece offer a most comfortable fit

Ideal For...

✔ Maintaining visibility in dimly lit work environments
✔ Working in the evenings and driving at night

Not the Best For...

✗ Working under the sun (See Our Solution)
✗ Chemical and splash protection (See Our Solution)

Our Verdict: Many people find amber lenses like those featured on the MCR Klondike Safety Glasses, really helpful for working in low light conditions. They provide greater contrast than clear lenses which increases safety and makes identifying hazards easier. On top of being lightweight, they also have five-position adjustable temples for a customised fit.

Best Lightweight over glasses safety glasses

Our Winner: Uvex Clear Super Over-the-Glasses Safety Glasses 9169-260

Weight: 37g

Why We Picked Them...

✔ Wide box design fits comfortably over a pair of prescription glasses
✔ Robust design is resistant to scratches, fog, splashes and chemicals

Ideal For...

✔ Protecting eyes while maintaining accurate and safe vision
✔ Shielding prescription glasses from damage and obstruction

Not the Best For...

✗ Sun glare protection (Also Available with Tinted Lenses)
✗ People who don't need prescription glasses (See Our Solution)

Our Verdict: OTG glasses need to be light because you’ll be dealing with the weight of them and the prescription glasses underneath. These Uvex Over the Glasses are light and feature a box design so they won’t collide with your other pair. The single lens is also resistant to scratches, low-energy impacts and fog.

Best Lightweight over safety Goggles

Our Winner: Uvex Clear U-Sonic Wide-Vision Goggles 9308-245

Weight: 69g

Why We Picked Them...

✔ High level of impact protection as well as chemical resistance
✔ Ergonomic, ventilated and low-pressure design for lasting comfort

Ideal For...

✔ Protecting whole area around eyes and brow line
✔ Working with splash, chemical and dust risks 

Not the Best For...

✗ Sun glare protection (Also Available with Tinted Lenses)
✗ Lower level hazards (See Our Solution)

Our Verdict: As well as being lightweight, the Uvex Safety Goggles are ergonomically designed to be low-pressure and shape to the wearer’s face. Despite this they’re highly protective with extremely robust impact resistance as well as resistance to chemical splashes, dust and fog. If you're looking for versatile and comprehensive protection combined with all-day comfort, Uvex is your answer.

Stay Safe and Comfortable

We've highlighted some of our bestselling lightweight safety glasses and hopefully you've found the pair for you. But if you haven't, there's no need to worry, why not have a look at our full range of Lightweight Safety Glasses.

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