Polarized vs Photochromic Lenses: What Is the Difference?
Both help in the sun, but they solve different problems.
Polarized
Always dark. They block glare reflected from water, roads and car hoods. Great for driving in the sun, the beach and fishing. At Verly: +$70.
Photochromic
Clear indoors, dark outdoors. One pair for all day, but they darken little inside a car. At Verly: +$49.
How to choose
If you want one pair for everything, choose photochromic. If you want the best sunglasses for driving and outdoor activities, choose polarized as a second pair.
Frequently asked questions
Can I wear polarized lenses indoors?
They are too dark for indoor use.
Do polarized lenses affect screens?
They can make some phone or dashboard screens look dark at certain angles.
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This guide is for information only and does not replace an eye exam. If you have eye pain, sudden vision loss or flashes of light, see a doctor right away.