Whether you meticulously scan the night sky for constellations or look up occasionally to see if you can catch a shooting star, a total solar eclipse is an event you won’t want to miss. It’s a rare event that finds the moon passing between Earth and our sun, which makes for a dynamite viewing experience whether you’re a casual observer or an aspiring astronomer.
The highly-anticipated celestial event, which is estimated to reach three to four minutes of totality where the moon has completely blocked out the sun, is set to occur on April 8, 2024. And while that’s still two weeks away, it’s crucial that you prepare for safe viewing if you plan on stepping outside and taking in all its awe-inspiring glory. That means buying a pair of eclipse glasses that can make the experience safe, so you don’t end up injuring your eyes permanently.
This eclipse is going to be a very big deal, and if you plan on checking it out, eclipse glasses are an absolute must-have. But even though there are a wide variety of glasses available on Amazon from a variety of sellers, this isn’t a one-size-fits-all situation. You shouldn’t head to Amazon and buy the first pair of eclipse glasses you see.
Mashable Science Editor Mark Kaufman explains why this is important, but if you don’t have time to sift through the list of approved eclipse glasses from sellers vetted by the American Astronomical Society (AAS), we’re here to do it for you.
Everything featured here is available on Amazon, meets the standards set forth by the AAS, and is listed by an approved seller.
Below, check out our picks for some of the best eclipse glasses you can buy now, on sale or otherwise. (Note: All deals are live as of the time of writing. We’ll make our best effort to keep updating this story as inventory moves around.)
Our top pick: Kesseph Solar Eclipse Glasses 6-pack with Smartphone Photo Filter
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As of Mar. 29, the Kesseph Solar Eclipse Glasses kit is on sale for 50% off, letting you score six pairs of AAS-approved solar eclipse glasses and a smartphone photo filter for less than $10.
With scratch-proof lenses and sturdy cardboard frames, these solar eclipse glasses give you the peace of mind you need to safely view the eclipse. With two crease lines on the frame’s sides, these glasses can fit children and adults alike. With five extra pairs, you’ll be able to share with friends and family who might not have planned ahead to grab their own.
The kit also includes a special photo filter with technology that allows you to take video and photos of the eclipse with your phone or camera.
More eclipse glasses available at full price:
Lunt Solar Systems Premium Solar Eclipse Glasses (10-pack) — $24.95 on Amazon
Healthoholic Solar Eclipse Glasses (2-pack) — $12.99 on Amazon
Thousand Oaks Optical Solar Eclipse Glasses (5-pack) — $19 on Amazon
Land Sea & Sky Eclipse Glasses (5-pack) — $12.50 on Amazon
Eclipse Glasses USA Eclipse Glasses (5-pack) — $20.95 on Amazon
The Eclipse Store Eclipse Glasses (2-pack) — $6.99 on Amazon
Soluna Solar Eclipse Glasses — $14.99 on Amazon
Kesseph Eclipse Glasses (5-pack) — $11.99 on Amazon
Eclipse glasses on sale:
Helioclipse Solar Eclipse Glasses (12-pack)— $14.95 $36.95 on Amazon (save $7)
Gravitis Solar Eclipse Glasses (2-pack) — $7.95 $11.55 on Amazon
Kesseph Eclipse Glasses (2-pack) — $8.99 $12.99 on Amazon
SEIC Solar Eclipse Glasses (3-pack) — $12.99 $26.99 on Amazon
Eclipsee Solar Eclipse Glasses (2-pack) — $14.97 $24.99 on Amazon
American Paper Optics Solar Eclipse Glasses (4-pack) — $12 $13.99 on Amazon
