A Local's Take on Maui Jim Sunglasses (The Pros and Cons)

Sunglasses are important in Hawaii. I didn't think they mattered all that much, but as I've gotten older, I realize now how important eye protection is. After trying a bunch of different brands, I can proudly say that Maui Jim sunglasses are the best I've tried. As a resident of Hawaii, I wear them everyday as I drive and walk and go to the beach. Although Maui Jim sunglasses are expensive, I think they are worth it. If you're on the fence on buying them, I wanted to share my experience with my sunglasses and talk about the pros and cons of Maui Jim in particular.

I'm not sponsored by Maui Jim. I just really like their sunglasses.

Intro - 0:00
Why I Chose Maui Jim - 0:47
Pro 1. Lens Quality - 1:41
Pro 2. Comfort - 2:51
Pro 3. Connection to Hawaii - 4:40
Con 1. Too Careful? - 5:07
Con 2. Frame Selection - 6:23
Con 3. Peripheral Vision - 7:19
Closing Thoughts on Maui Jim - 8:11

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[HelloFromHawaii]

Forgot to mention Freaky Tiki Tropical Optics at Ala Moana. Great customer service. Also, Costco has some great deals on Maui Jim sunglasses if you can find a style you like.

[mvsciales]

I've had my Maui Jim's for 20 years. I scratched my lens. I sent them back to the factory, where they totally restored them for 75 bucks. Great product, great company!

[aileensteele]

Such good sunglasses and I’ve had my vision prescription put in them. Wouldn’t have any other brand than Maui Jim. Glad you’re happy with them.

[MrPopeye]

I fell in love with Maui Jim lenses when I was working Search and Rescue out in Guam. The polarization was a whole different level and made it so much easier to see reefs when I was driving the boat.

[TheTikiYard]

I love my Maui Jim's! Best sunglasses I've ever owned.

[Vince]

I bought my Maui Jim’s in Honolulu. They work great in Cleveland, Ohio too!

[joeblo]

I skied for 43 years at whistler, did a shitload of water sports, and fly fish both fresh and tropical saltwater locations whilst hiking the flats ( now my fave ). You can really notice the difference in any sport with good equipment and sunglasses are no I've tried a few ( not all) brands and they're all pretty good, but the Mj's really shine when you've been skiing the high alpine in the sun for 6 hours or hiking the tropical flats in 90 degree heat and your eyes are still going strong. I have collected several pairs over the last 2 decades, both plastic and glass, and depending on the conditions and what I'm doing they do the job they're designed to do.
No i dont work for MJ and no they don't pay me ( they should) its just nice to find good equpment that works. I hope it lasts now that ownership has changed hands.

[MissConfusedBunny]

I’ve been a fan of Maui Jim for over 20 years. I have at least 4 pairs since 2003 and I wear them all the time. I have sent them in for lens replacement when I’ve been clumsy and broke them. The $75 fee to have them fixed is definitely worth it because not only did they replace the broken lens, they adjusted the nose pieces and changed the arms as well. Their customer service is amazing! I agree, they are expensive, but I go back every time I try a different brand. I highly recommend them to anyone. They are definitely worth the investment if you get them.

[sdxn]

Plus, they totally relax your face too as they block not only UV rays but the excess light. Love them!

[bwcastillo]

Just ordered my first pair, after hearing your review I can’t wait to get super stoned and take a look around in these!

[wadsworth]

This is very helpful indeed especially for someone who's considering either getting these or the Serengeti's.
By the by: what's that watch you're wearing? It looks like something i might very well like ;-)

[jeffvandeford]

Very fair review.I am a huge MJ fan with more pairs than one should have. About to order a new custom style. Try the HT Green lenses they are awesome. Also their customer service is a 9.9. They were a 10+ before they were bought many years ago. Thanks you put me over the line by reminding me what I love about them.

[patestrella]

Got one, Maui Jim 646 Akahai Asian Fit, last week in Vision Express, Manila, Philippines. I love it once I try.

[Darth_Duende]

10+ years of having a single pair of Maui Jim sunglasses, and it's still amazing. plastic lens and frame, so I can imagine glass lens being better.

[jsauce]

My favorite pair was the ho'okipa with the copper lenses. perfect for driving in all sorts of weather

[steveb]

I've had Mauis for 25 years, brilliant sunglasses. I love my current Stingrays which I've had for 8 years and are like new, I baby my stuff too! From a rainy UK, your home looks stunning.

[addictedbaseballrgd]

:53 Oakley, Costa and Ray-Bans owned by the same company, Luxottica. Persol's as well.

[dachsiemomma]

I just had two eye operations and the old eyeglasses don't work anymore. I bought two pairs of Maui Jim's and absolutely love them! I never thought it would be possible for me to see like that! I've never been to Hawaii (born in Missouri, lives in CA), but I know quality when I see it. Let's say Maui Jim's is the Bernina of sunglasses.

[ForeverIslandGirl]

I absolutely agree with you! I own a number of the same frame MJ sunglasses with slightly different lens for different uses. I talked my husband into trying MJ and he was instantly sold. They have great customer service, too, if you need to replace the lens. Once I stepped on the earpiece and it broke off. They fixed it! 100% Maui Jim wearer for life!

[minc]

I have a pair of MJ. Loved it. I dropped a few times. No scratch while Oakley scratches. Also, the lenses are amazing. Paid $300 about four years ago at Sunglass Hut in CA. I use a sunglasses thin neck string to carry. No cons from me. :)