Are Maui Jims Sunglasses Better Than Ray Bans?

Ray Ban is a name that needs no introduction in the world of sunglasses. It has the distinction of being a cultural icon in the world of fashion, an icon that has stood the test of time (decades). The Maui Jim brand hasn't quite achieved the same status yet, though it is popular enough to warrant a comparison with the Ray Ban brand, so here we are.

Profile

The Ray-Ban brand is a high-end brand of sunglasses. It was created by Bausch & Lomb in the year 1937, for the Army Air Corporations of the United States. The company was sold for a reputed sum of $640 million in 1999 to the Luxottica Group.

Maui Jim is a brand that manufactures luxury sunglasses in Peoria, Illinois, and sells to customers across the globe. Their sunglasses come with polarized lenses that block ultraviolet light, and most of them feature sporty, ocean-based themes.

Comparison

You’ll get a range of different lenses from Ray-Ban, some more impressive than others. However, none of them can compete with lenses such as Maui Jim sunglasses carry. The majority of sunglass lenses are simply for dimming light, but Maui Jim sunglasses provide greater clarity and detail by enhancing the colors from natural light.

More so, where Ray-Ban lenses usually block UV at 400 nanometers, Maui Jim’s high-quality sunglasses can filter light up to 440nm or even higher, providing more protection for the eyes. Also, they block more glare and are generally more durable.

Placed side by side, most people prefer the view through a pair of Maui Jim sunglasses than a pair of Ray-Ban’s. Rayban, however has the bigger name and commands more respect in the fashion world. So, if you are looking for a popular brand to identify with, then Rayban will be your preferred choice.