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Sunglasses

Find the perfect pair of sunglasses to protect your eyes from the harsh sun.

  • Overview
  • Compare (50)
  • Buying guide
  • About the results

We break down what to consider before buying sunglasses - and tested them to see if they actually offer protection.

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  • Choose the best sunglasses for sun protection
  • What you need to know when buying sunglasses
  • Stay protected from the sun
  • About our results
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Choose the best sunglasses for sun protection

Are you after a new pair of sunglasses? Compare your options among 50 sunglasses we’ve tested from a selection of brands, ranging from $2 to $192. Before choosing, see if they’ve passed the necessary tests to properly protect your eyes.

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Find the right sunscreen for you

We have over 160 sunscreens in our database to help you choose a sunscreen that will keep your skin safe.

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What you need to know when buying sunglasses

Before you buy sunglasses, check out the top questions and features to look for from our buying guide.

  • Why wear sunglasses?

  • What to consider

  • Sunglasses FAQs

Read our sunglasses buying guide

Stay protected from the sun

Enjoy the outdoors while staying protected from New Zealand’s harsh sunlight.

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About our results

Sunglasses aren’t regulated in New Zealand, so we tested glasses against the Australian Consumer Goods Safety Standard for sunglasses and fashion spectacles. See our key findings and results, comments from companies and read how we tested the sunglasses.

What we found

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