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The 10 Best Sunglasses as of June 2026

Updated 18 June 2026 · Reviewed by the Pickarank team · Prices in GBP, subject to change

We compared the best sunglasses you can buy in 2026, scoring each out of 10 on performance, value, build quality and features. Here are the ten worth your money — with an at-a-glance table and the current best prices.

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Our top picks at a glance

Top pick

Ray-Ban Wayfarer

9.0Best iconic
Check price on Amazon ≈ £150
Best value

Polaroid Polarised

8.4Best value polarised
Check price on Amazon ≈ £30
Also great

Oakley Holbrook

8.9Best for sport/active
Check price on Amazon ≈ £140

Prices were correct at the time of writing and change often — tap through for today's price on Amazon.

How we ranked these sunglasses

Each pick earns a score out of 10 from weighted criteria:

  • Performance (35%) — how well each pair of sunglasses does its core job.
  • Value (25%) — quality and features for the price.
  • Build & reliability (20%) — materials, longevity and warranty.
  • Features (20%) — meaningful extras that improve the experience.

At a glance: top 10 compared

#SunglassesScoreBest forLensApprox priceAmazon links
1Ray-Ban Wayfarer9.0Best iconicPolarised option£150View Price
2Ray-Ban Aviator9.0Best classic metalPolarised option£160View Price
3Oakley Holbrook8.9Best for sport/activePrizm polarised£140View Price
4Persol 649/7148.8Best premiumCrystal lenses£250View Price
5Ray-Ban Clubmaster8.7Best retroPolarised option£150View Price
6Oakley Sutro8.6Best for cycling/runningPrizm£160View Price
7Polaroid Polarised8.4Best value polarisedPolarised£30View Price
8Goodr Running Sunglasses8.3Best budget sportPolarised£25View Price
9Quay Australia8.2Best fashion valueUV-protective£55View Price
10SUNGAIT Vintage Sunglasses8.0Best ultra-budgetUV400£15View Price
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The full ranking

1
Best iconic

Ray-Ban Wayfarer

9.0Our number one pick.

Ray-Ban's Wayfarer is the definitive classic, with timeless styling, quality lenses (polarised options) and durable acetate frames that suit almost any face. It is pricey for non-polarised versions, but an enduring, well-made icon.

Optics: 9.0Build: 9.0Style: 9.4Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Timeless iconic style
  • Quality lenses
  • Durable acetate
Cons
  • Pricey
  • Polarised costs more
Check price on Amazon≈ £150
2
Best classic metal

Ray-Ban Aviator

9.0A superb runner-up.

Ray-Ban's Aviator pairs a legendary teardrop shape with quality (often polarised) lenses and a lightweight metal frame, a versatile, enduring choice. It is an investment, but a genuine classic that never dates.

Optics: 9.0Build: 8.8Style: 9.4Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Legendary aviator style
  • Quality lenses
  • Lightweight metal
Cons
  • Pricey
  • Metal frames can bend
Check price on Amazon≈ £160
3
Best for sport/active

Oakley Holbrook

8.9Rounds out our top three.

Oakley's Holbrook offers excellent Prizm lens clarity, durable O-Matter frames and impact resistance in a casual style that works for driving, sport and everyday wear. It is pricier, but the lens quality and durability are superb.

Optics: 9.4Build: 9.2Style: 8.8Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Excellent Prizm clarity
  • Durable, impact-resistant
  • Versatile style
Cons
  • Pricey
  • Bolder fit
Check price on Amazon≈ £140
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4
Best premium

Persol 649/714

8.8A standout in the upper half.

Persol's handmade Italian sunglasses feature superb crystal lenses, refined design and excellent build, a step into understated luxury. They are expensive, but beautifully made with outstanding optics.

Optics: 9.2Build: 9.2Style: 9.2Value: 8.0
Pros
  • Superb crystal optics
  • Refined Italian design
  • Excellent build
Cons
  • Expensive
  • Understated for some
Check price on Amazon≈ £250
5
Best retro

Ray-Ban Clubmaster

8.7A well-rounded mid-table pick.

Ray-Ban's Clubmaster offers a stylish browline retro look with quality lenses and acetate-and-metal construction, a fashionable alternative to the Wayfarer. It is pricey, but a distinctive, well-made classic.

Optics: 8.8Build: 8.6Style: 9.2Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Stylish retro look
  • Quality lenses
  • Distinctive
Cons
  • Pricey
  • Metal bridge can loosen
Check price on Amazon≈ £150
6
Best for cycling/running

Oakley Sutro

8.6Great value in the middle of the pack.

Oakley's Sutro is a bold shield-style sports sunglass with excellent Prizm lenses and a wide field of view, popular with cyclists and runners. It is a statement look, but the optics and coverage are superb for sport.

Optics: 9.2Build: 9.0Style: 8.4Value: 8.4
Pros
  • Wide sport coverage
  • Excellent Prizm lenses
  • Secure fit
Cons
  • Bold look
  • Pricey
Check price on Amazon≈ £160
7
Best value polarised

Polaroid Polarised

8.4A dependable pick if the price is right.

Polaroid's polarised sunglasses deliver genuine glare-cutting polarisation and decent build at a budget price, excellent value for driving and bright days. They are less premium, but the polarised performance for the money is excellent.

Optics: 8.6Build: 8.2Style: 8.2Value: 9.4
Pros
  • Genuine polarisation
  • Great value
  • Good for driving
Cons
  • Basic frames
  • Less premium feel
Check price on Amazon≈ £30
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8
Best budget sport

Goodr Running Sunglasses

8.3Solid, if outshone by pricier rivals.

Goodr's polarised running sunglasses offer no-slip, no-bounce comfort and decent lens quality at a brilliant price, popular with runners and cyclists. They are plastic and basic, but for active value they are excellent.

Optics: 8.4Build: 8.0Style: 8.2Value: 9.4
Pros
  • No-slip sport fit
  • Polarised
  • Very affordable
Cons
  • Plastic build
  • Limited lens tech
Check price on Amazon≈ £25
9
Best fashion value

Quay Australia

8.2A budget-friendly option worth a look.

Quay's on-trend fashion sunglasses offer bold, current styles with solid UV protection at a mid price, great for those who follow trends. The lenses are basic and frames plasticky, but the style-per-pound is strong.

Optics: 8.0Build: 8.0Style: 8.8Value: 8.6
Pros
  • On-trend styles
  • Good UV protection
  • Affordable fashion
Cons
  • Basic lenses
  • Plasticky
Check price on Amazon≈ £55
10
Best ultra-budget

SUNGAIT Vintage Sunglasses

8.0Rounds out our top ten.

SUNGAIT's vintage-style sunglasses offer UV400 protection and a classic look for a tiny price, a popular budget pick and great spare pair. They are basic and plastic, but cheap, cheerful and protective.

Optics: 8.0Build: 7.8Style: 8.2Value: 9.4
Pros
  • UV400 protection
  • Classic look
  • Very cheap
Cons
  • Basic plastic
  • No polarisation
Check price on Amazon≈ £15
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best of the sunglasses in 2026?

Our top overall pick is the Ray-Ban Wayfarer, which leads on our combined score for performance, value and features. The Ray-Ban Aviator and Oakley Holbrook are excellent alternatives depending on budget and needs.

How did we choose these?

We weight performance, value, build quality and features, drawing on hands-on use and independent testing. See the methodology box above for the full breakdown.

Are these prices accurate?

Prices are approximate UK figures at the time of writing and change frequently. Click through to Amazon for the current price.

The bottom line

If you just want the best sunglasses without overthinking it, the Ray-Ban Wayfarer is our top recommendation — it earns the highest overall score for performance, value and features. Have a look at the current price and see what you think.

Check price on Amazon ≈ £150

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