9 Best Swimming Goggles

One of the body parts that is most vulnerable to injury when swimming is the eyes.

This is why swimming goggles play the critical role of protecting swimmers from:

• Irritants in the water
• Debris in the water
• Harmful UV ray from the sun

And more than that, it enables a swimmer from seeing more clearly underwater.

This can be especially crucial in potential life and death situations.

So it’s important that we get one that fits the bill and fit the wearer.

1) Speedo Vanquisher 2.0

With such a cheezy name, the people at Speedo must be craving attention for this product.

The good thing is that it deserves all the attention it is getting.

Speedo has a whole range of swimming equipment good enough for competitive swimmers to identify with the brand.

It has UVA and UVB protection and also a build quality that encounters minimal drag in the water.

• 18 colors
• 8.2 x 2.5 x 1.8 inches
• 0.3 ounces
• UVA/UVB protection

But what really stands out for this pair of goggles is that it is able to perfectly fit almost anyone.

This is made possible by the design which incorporates interchangeable nose pieces which enables a good fit for almost all types of facial shapes.

Very fairly priced, you won’t go wrong with the vanquisher.

2) Aegend Swim Goggles

This pair of modern looking goggles can be breathtaking to behold.

If terminator goes swimming, he would probably purchase this pair with mirrored silver lens from Amazon.

It comes with the option of tinted lenses, clear lenses or mirrored lenses.

• 9 colors
• 6.5 x 6.9 x 0.7 inches
• 6.1 ounces
• Basic UV protection

The box that it comes with is pretty cool looking too.

A flexible silicone frame helps to maintain a nice comfortable fit without having the fear or leakage or having it fall off.

3) Resurge Sports Goggles

Another model that would be out of place in competitive swimming.

A bungee strap installed on it makes it easy to find a fit and enables quick adjustments even while swimming.

This is not something you fin with the average googles.

• 6 colors
• 7 x 2 x 2 inches
• 1.6 ounces
• No UV protection

What makes this item really stand out is the wide angle view that the lenses provide. It is made of shatter-proo polycarbonate with anti-fog features too.

4) Aqua Sphere Kayenne Swim Goggles

Aqua Sphere has a real winner on their hands with this product.

It’s aesthetically designed with a simply yet deftly mixed of colors.

The lenses are almost right angled at the bottom, giving it a unique look. And provides a 180 degree field of view. That is as wide a view as you can get. You would be able to have an eye on any competitor inching up on you

• 15 colors
• 8 x 5.5 x 2 inches
• 2.72 ounces
• 100% UVA/UVB protection

A quick fit buckle fitted on a silicone strap enables a user to quickly find a suitable fit.

It’s clear lens transmits a natural light, making it ideal for indoor swimming and swimming under dark surroundings.

At a pretty affordable price, this is the best model for indoor swimmers.

5) Zerhunt

Zerhunt swimming goggles are the best budget goggles around.

If you are buying them for the kids and don’t want to spend too much money on a premium pair, this is the way to go at below $10.

However, being low priced doesn’t mean that it’s useless.

• 5 colors
• 8 x 2.5 x 2.4 inches
• 5 ounces
• UV 400 Protection

It also comes with ear plugs and nose clips which makes it an exceptionally good value buy.

Double sealed around the eyes, leakage into the eye area is highly improbable.

Have we mentioned that it’s anti-fog too?

Go Zerhunt!

6) TYR SPORT Special OPS 2.0 Transition Goggles

If you need transition lenses, maybe for a triathlon, take a look at this product from TYR sport.

It’s photochromic transition lens make it a great choice for both indoor and outdoor use. This means that the lens will automatically change according to the lighting conditions so that the user can have better vision under bright and dark environments.

• 6 colors
• 7.8 x 3 x 2.5 inches
• 0.3 ounces
• Transition lenses

It has a minimalist design and shaped to hug the user’s face using silicone gaskets.

What buyers of transition lens goggles should be mindful of is that they should not expect the lenses to go as dark as sunglasses when the sun is up.

So while they are meant for use both indoors and outdoors, if a swimmer has a habit of scheduling his swim time in the afternoon sun outdoors, get ready for disappointment as these goggle can only do so much.

7) Speedo Speed Socket

This is the second goggles produced by Speedo that has made this list. So we really meant it when we sae Speedo is one of the undoubted leaders in this industry.

While this pair looks modern in design, it retains the many features of competitive swim goggles.

It’s rounded peripheral vision for wide view, low-profile design for less resistance, and slim fit makes it a firm favorite of competitors.

• 3 colors
• 7.4 x 3.1 x 2.3 inches
• 0.96 ounces
• Basic UV protection

It’s also fabricated PVC and latex free.

When you consider that countless Olympic swimmers wear Speedo, you would realize that Speedo means business in their line of swimming products.

This is why the next one is also from them.

8) Speedo MDR 2.4 Polarized Goggles

This is the best goggles you can get for open water swimming.

Sometimes swimming in the sea and feeling at one with nature is just too enjoyable than swimming in chlorine-filled pools.

When swimming in such waters, the element of danger is always higher, even with a rescue boat along side.

Clarity of vision can be paramount to safety when battling the elements.

This is why this polarized model that enhances vision can potentially be a lifesaver one day.

• 3 colors
• 8 x 5 x 2 inches
• 1 ounces
• Basic UV protection

It is one of the most durable goggles one can get.

That expected with a TPR frame.

9) Zionor G1 Polarized Swim Goggles

This is another funky looking pair of goggles with it mirror lens. But it also has an option for a smoke lens.

It’s polarized lenses enable swimmers to have a clear view without glare even as sunlight reflects under the pool.

The dual-strap is made of non-allergy silicone which can be a peace of mind for some individuals.

While the watertight shape prevents water from entering.

It should definitely be on your shortlist if you are looking for a polarized pair.