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If you\u2019re trying to go faster in the water<\/strong> or just get a little exercise, you need a quality pair of swim goggles that don\u2019t leak or fog and stay<\/strong> comfortably in place during your workout. <\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n Research has found that ill-fitting goggles aren\u2019t just uncomfortable; they can also increase fluid pressure in the eye (yuck). But when goggles are too loose, harsh chemicals found in pool water can get in and irritate your eyes.<\/p>\n The good news? Unlike pricier pieces of gear like bike saddles or <\/strong>running shoes, you can afford to switch out goggles regularly, because most are under $30.<\/p>\n We\u2019ve been wearing swim goggles through four decades of practice and know what works and what doesn\u2019t. For our latest buyer\u2019s guide, lead tester, Pam LeBlanc brings 40 years of swimming experience. She put nine pairs of goggles to the test. She wore them for U.S. Masters swim practices in the outdoor pool at Western Hills Athletic Club in Austin, Texas, tested them in open water, and asked her teammates to weigh in on their favorites, too.<\/p>\n We understand that purchasing goggles online can be a challenge, as each individual has a unique face shape, and not every goggle is suitable for everyone. However, we have carefully curated our top picks based on extensive testing. Our selection process considered factors such as fit, comfort, anti-fog properties, and durability.<\/p>\n Scroll through to see all of our recommended buys. For more information about swim goggles, check out our buyer’s guide<\/strong> <\/a>and FAQ<\/a> <\/strong>at the end of this article. For a quick rundown of features and prices, take a look at our comparison chart<\/strong>. <\/a><\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLow profile<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWide panoramic lenses<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tReasonably priced<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tInterchangeable nose pieces<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAvailable in variety of colors and lens<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMirrored lenses reduce glare<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAnti-fog effectiveness tends to wear off with multiple uses<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMust remove them to adjust the head strap<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n The\u00a0Speedo Mirrored Vanquisher 2.0<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>($30) consistently tops the charts for the best swim goggles. And, they get our vote (again) as the best overall pair. They\u2019re reasonably priced, performance-oriented, stay in place even when you dive off the race blocks, and are low profile. You\u2019ll probably forget about them once you start swimming, which means they\u2019re doing their job.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n For open-water swimmers, mirrored goggles are a great way to avoid blinding yourself as you try to see a buoy on a sunny day. Indoors, they might darken your vision too much. (On an overcast day, consider swapping mirrored goggles for a polarized set instead, as\u00a0U.S. Masters Swimming<\/a>\u00a0recommends.)\u00a0 <\/p>\n<\/p>\n You can get these goggles with non-mirrored lenses for a slightly cheaper price ($23). But even if your indoor swimming pool has windows that beam in daylight, mirrored lenses will be helpful. The soft silicone eye seals prevent leaking well. Although they\u2019re made for serious training and racing, they\u2019re also great for beginners.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n The Vanquishers are easy to adjust by loosening or tightening the double headband and they stay in place on any head shape. The goggles are designed to be low-profile and fit snugly around your eye sockets with soft plastic gaskets. They come with four interchangeable nose pieces for a perfect fit. They\u2019re also available in over three dozen colors,\u00a0from basic black to rainbow.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n The Speedo Mirrored Vanquisher<\/strong> 2.0<\/strong><\/a> are affordable and well-suited for serious and recreational swimmers who need a long-lasting, reliable pair of goggles.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tInexpensive<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDetachable clasp allows swimmer to put them on without pulling hair<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSlight visual distortion under the water<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMirrored surface scratches easily<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTends to leak on swimmers with closer-set eyes<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n The Aegend Swim Goggles<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0($20) are easily the best budget swim goggles on the market. They\u2019re the perfect family goggles because they\u2019re simple to adjust and can be worn by most adults and children. They\u2019re available in 19 different lens and color configurations so that you can get a different set for every family member.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n The goggles have a more rectangular lens shape than Speedos and aren\u2019t designed for serious racers but work well for casual swimming. Our biggest beef with them? Looking through them above the water, vision is crisp and clear. But when we tested them (and handed them off to other swimmers to try) in the pool, the view underwater got slightly distorted. Even the line on the bottom of the pool looked wavy.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n The head strap is as wide as a finger. Unlike most goggles that you just pull over your head, these have a large plastic bracket that snaps together in the back. That can help you avoid yanking your hair, which makes them good for children. On the downside, it\u2019s one more plastic part that can potentially break. (Don\u2019t force the clasp.)<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Unlike many other goggles, the nose piece on the Aegend goggles can\u2019t be swapped out for a different size, so you\u2019re out of luck if they don\u2019t fit your face. They also feel somewhat large and heavy compared to other higher-end goggles.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n We noticed that the mirrored coating on the surface of the lenses scratches easily. After just one use, our pair looked like a housecat had clawed it. We recommend keeping them in the plastic case they come in, so they don\u2019t get banged around in your gear bag.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n The Aegend Swim Goggles<\/a> <\/strong>are affordable and work best for non-competitive swimmers with wide-set eyes.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\nThe Best Swimming Goggles of 2024 <\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\tSpeedo Mirrored Vanquisher 2.0\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMirrored (clear available)<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYes<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tInterchangeable<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAdjustable double<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\n\tPam LeBlanc<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\t$30 at Amazon<\/a>check price at scheels<\/a><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\tBest Budget Swimming Goggles\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\tAegend Swim Goggles\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMirrored (clear available)<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAdjustable\/single<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\n\tPam LeBlanc<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\t$10 at Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\tBest Swimming Goggles for Preventing Raccoon Eyes\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\tSnake & Pig Basilisk\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMirrored (clear available)<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYes<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tThree interchangeable pieces<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAdjustable\/double<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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