The 20 Best Affordable Sunglasses That Look Surprisingly Expensive
Not too long ago, cheap sunglasses for men might have looked cool, but they’d break if you as much as looked at them funny. These days, affordable sunglasses have all the essentials you’d expect from a pair of premium-priced sunglasses. Inexpensive sunglass manufacturers now have the same features as the higher-priced ones — except maybe Bluetooth.
You can now get affordable sunglasses for men with UV protection and even some cheap polarized sunglasses. Many come with a sunglass case, cleaning cloth and even mini screwdrivers so you can tighten the glasses if the arms feel loose. In some instances, you’ll even be able to find cheap prescription sunglasses at some online retailers. 2022 really does mean business when it comes to affordable eyewear.
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SPY did the heavy lifting and found 20 pairs of sunglasses for cheap that’ll surely rock your socks (and eyes). A few pairs resemble designer shades (because, let’s face it, it’s hard to find cheap Ray-Ban sunglasses); some are great for outdoor activities, and there are a bunch of great-looking affordable sunglasses whose main job is to help you look good while protecting your eyes. We even found cheap Oakley sunglasses, affordable aviator sunglasses and lots of pretty snazzy polarized sunglasses.
These are all the best cheap sunglasses for men that are more affordable than a takeaway lunch special.
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1. Banana Republic Factory Polarized Wrap Sunglasses
BEST OVERALL
Who doesn’t love Banana Republic, especially when their sale items are better than ever? These sunglasses are on-trend and not too oversized. These cheap polarized sunglasses are well made with UVA/UVB protection to keep your eyes safe from the sun. In addition, they have a shape that looks excellent on lots of different face shapes. At 50% off, we can’t recommend any better pair for you right now.
Banana Republic Polarized Wraparounds
Price: $20.00 (orig. $40.00) 50% OFF
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2. Luenx Aviator Sunglasses
BEST AVIATORS
Luenx Aviator Sunglasses are the best bang for your buck when buying one of the best cheap sunglasses. Not only is this aviator style great for every face shape, but these unisex aviator sunglasses are polarized and shatterproof with engineered spring-loaded hinges and adjustable nose pads for a perfect fit. Don’t want basic black? You’re in luck as there are 15 different colorways; you can choose mirrored and non-mirrored lenses too. Each pair comes with two sunglasses cases — one hard and one soft — and a lens cleaning cloth. Luenx offers a refund within 30 days if you don’t like them.
Luenx Aviator Sunglasses
Price: $16.99 (orig. $22.99) 26% OFF
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3. SoJos Small Cat Eye Sunglasses
BEST MICRO SUNGLASSES
Cheap cat eye sunglasses? Sign us up. Remarkably similar to Burberry’s Logo Detail Rectangular sunglasses, these micro-sunnies are on-trend recently season after season. The lenses have a UV coating and come with a case, repair kit and cleaning cloth. Who said affordable sunglasses can’t be stylish?
SoJos Small Cat Eye Sunglasses
Price: $14.99 (orig. $19.99) 25% OFF
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4. Dollger Rectangle Sunglasses
BEST RECTANGULAR
These trendy rectangular sunglasses come in more than eight color combinations, so you can buy one to wear every day of the week. They provide 100% UVA and UVB protection but aren’t polarized. The sunglasses come with a mini screwdriver, case and cleaning cloth.
Dollger Rectangle Sunglasses
5. Eye Buy Direct Sun Soar Geometric Sunglasses
BEST GEOMETRIC
One of the biggest styles in 2022 is hexagonal-shaped sunglasses, usually with a dark lens. Popular in the late 60s, this style is making a major comeback. These black-lensed frames come in gold, black or silver frames. Looking for cheap prescription sunglasses? Well, you’ve come to the right place. You can get these in your prescription as well.
Eye Buy Direct Sun Soar Geometric Sunglasses
6. Bea Cool Polarized Sports Sunglasses
BEST REFLECTIVE
That sporty, reflective look made popular by Oakley is super in right now. But, let’s face it — it’s hard to find cheap Oakley sunglasses. It’s possible, but not the easiest. These cheap polarized sunglasses are well-reviewed with that reflective look we’re sure you’ll fall in love with. They’ve got sporty written all over them and keep a scratch-resistant coating for whatever your day brings.
Bea Cool Polarized Sports Sunglasses
Price: $21.99 (orig. $29.99) 27% OFF
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7. J+S Premium Aviator Glasses
BEST LOW-KEY CHIC
J+S Premium Aviator sunglasses are under $25 and come with a risk-free guarantee. These affordable sunglasses have similar details to what you’d expect from a higher-priced brand. The scratch-resistant, polarized lenses block 99.96% glare, offer 100% UVA and UVB protection, and come with a case. The aviators come in three colorways: black frames and lenses, ash gray frames with black lenses and gold frames with black lenses.
J+S Premium Aviator Glasses
8. Sungait Ultra Lightweight Polarized Sunglasses
BEST LIGHTWEIGHT
Billing themselves as almost weightless sunglasses, these luxe-looking men’s sunglasses are also very affordable. The polarized lenses offer 100% protection against UVA/UVB/UVC rays. They also come in 10 colorways. Each pair of sunglasses comes with a sunglass case, cleaning cloth and mini screwdriver.
Sungait Ultra Lightweight Polarized Sunglasses
Price: $14.99 (orig. $16.99) 12% OFF
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9. Ray-Ban Rb4170 Brad Round Sunglasses
BEST RAY-BANS
Yes! Finally, a pair of cheap Ray-Bans that look awesome. The Brad has gradient lenses sitting in a black rubberized frame. The lenses are not polarized, but they are UV400 UV coated. And they come with the classic Ray-Ban case.
Ray-Ban Rb4170 Brad Round Sunglasses
10. Yimosro Oversized Square Sunglasses
BEST OVERSIZED
These unisex Yimosro sunglasses shown here with a gold frame and green lenses also come with black, blue and even two-toned lenses. The lightweight style has integrated nose pads for comfort and lenses coated with UV400 protection.
Yimosro Oversized Square Sunglasses
11. Payne Glasses Richmond Square Green Sunglasses
BEST COLORWAYS
Not only do they have polarized lenses, but they’re also anti-scratch, and have UV protection too. The glasses come with a hard case and a cleaning cloth. You’ll also find great deals on this site if you’re also looking for cheap prescription glasses.
Payne Glasses Richmond Square Green Sunglasses
12. Denway Polarized Sunglasses
BEST ARMS
Looking for something different? These mirrored polarized sunglasses have bamboo arms connected to the frames at the temple. These cheap polarized sunglasses also offer 100 % UAV/UVB protection too. They come with a cleaning cloth and pouch to hold your glasses.
Denway Polarized Wood Sunglasses
13. ASOS DESIGN Rimless Glasses With Flame Design
BEST SHAPE
It’s time to get funky! These cheap sunglasses from ASOS are made with frameless, fire-shaped lenses that will surely have you stand out from the crowd. These aren’t your everyday pair, but they are surely an exciting one.
ASOS DESIGN Rimless Glasses with Flame Design
Price: $19.00 (orig. $22.00) 14% OFF
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14. ForceFlex FF500 Sunglasses
BEST FOLDABLE
These stylish, lightweight glasses are the best cheap sunglasses for runners and cyclists who aren’t in the mood to shell out more than $200. ForceFlex utilizes a polycarbonate impact-resistant lens with a scratch-resistant coating, so if you throw them in your gym bag or drop them while running, they’ll be okay. True to their name, these glasses are pretty flexible, made from a soft plastic that is unbreakable. Plus, they fold!
ForceFlex FF500 Sunglasses
15. Discount Glasses Westend Worthington Sunglasses
BEST WAYFARER DUPES
Suppose you’ve been thinking about purchasing a pair of iconic Wayfarers but were iffy about spending the cash on them. In that case, the next best thing is a pair of affordable sunglasses with that cool, iconic style without the hefty price tag. This pair from Discount Sunglasses updates that classic style with a touch of metal on the frame. Their lenses protect your eyes from UVA and UVB rays and are available in three different colors, each with its own protective case.
Discount Glasses Westend Worthington
16. SA106 Metal Rim Sunglasses
BEST GOLD
These gold rectangular framed sunglasses with deep brown lenses look like luxury sunnies, but they come in under $10. The print of these Prive Revaux sunglasses alone is beautiful and will look good on anyone. They have polycarbonate lenses that have 100% UV protection.
SA106 Metal Rim Sunglasses
17. Urban Outfitters Lewis Shield Sunglasses
BEST OAKLEY ALT
Okay, so you want Oakleys but you don’t want to spend that Oakley money? We completely get it. Luckily, these cheap Oakley alternatives are ideal for sneakily repping the style while not even wearing Oakleys whatsoever. Don’t worry, we won’t tell anyone.
Urban Outfitters Lewis Shield Sunglasses
18. H&M Sunglasses
BEST H&M
H&M is our go-to for a lot of affordable things, and the best cheap sunglasses are at the top of that list. These trendy black sunglasses have UV protective lenses, oval frames and a tinted look. They’ll surely look great on your face no matter who you are.
H&M Sunglasses
Price: $11.04 (orig. $12.99) 15% OFF
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19. Discount Glasses Westend Highlands
BEST RETRO
A blend of shield and aviators, these ’70s-inspired frames have all the chic of a pair of Tom Ford sunglasses — without the accompanying price. When you’re looking for a pair of the best cheap sunglasses, this is probably exactly what you had in mind.
Discount Glasses Westend Highlands
20. Oakley Apparition Square Sunglasses
HONORABLE MENTION
Oakley sunnies are probably one of the best brands for polarized sports sunglasses. They’re always stylish and durable. While technically, these aren’t cheap sunglasses, they are cheap for Oakleys. Plus, they’re currently over 50% off! This classic square pair of sunglasses has been reduced, so don’t hesitate to grab them because the price can always go back up. They have polarized lenses and a plastic frame.
Oakley Apparition Square Sunglasses
Price: $102.00 (orig. $209.00) 51% OFF
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