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Are the Smith Shoutout Core sunglasses prescription-ready?
What is the difference between the Shoutout Core and the regular Shoutout?
Do these sunglasses have polarized lenses?
What are AutoLock hinges and how do they work?
How do the Megol nose pads perform during active use?
What is the fit size of the Smith Shoutout Core?
Compare With Similar Frames
How the Smith Optics Lifestyle 203686 Shoutout Core Sunglasses stacks up against the closest alternatives we carry.
- Available with ChromaPop lens technology for enhanced color and contrast
- More lens color options including mirrored and photochromic
- Evolve bio-based frame material (53% bio-based)
- Flatter 4-base lens curve for a more casual look
- Slightly smaller lens height (43mm vs 57mm width)
- Wide range of price points ($66-$227)
- Same $147 price point and recycled construction
- Flatter, more casual silhouette
- Smaller fit may suit narrower faces better
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Smith Shoutout Core vs. Standard Shoutout vs. Lowdown 2 Core
Choosing between Smith's lifestyle sunglasses comes down to your priorities: lens technology, sustainability, or fit preference.
Shoutout Core vs. Standard Shoutout: Both frames share the same square shape, medium fit, AutoLock hinges, and Megol nose pads. The Core version is built entirely from recycled water bottles with polarized bio-based lenses and 100% recycled packaging at $147. The standard Shoutout ($199-$255) uses 53% bio-based Evolve frames and offers ChromaPop lens technology—Smith's proprietary color-enhancement system that filters specific wavelengths for greater definition and natural color. If you want maximum sustainability and solid polarized performance, choose the Core. If you want the best optical clarity and more lens options, the standard Shoutout delivers.
Shoutout Core vs. Lowdown 2 Core: At the same $147 price point, both are made from recycled materials with polarized lenses. The Shoutout Core has a traditional square shape with medium coverage, while the Lowdown 2 Core features a flatter 4-base lens curve and slightly smaller profile. The Lowdown 2 is Smith's best-selling lifestyle frame with a proven track record, but some users with larger heads report the flatter facefront causes lens contact with eyebrows. The Shoutout Core offers more coverage and a shape that suits a wider range of face sizes.
Our take: The Shoutout Core hits the sweet spot for eco-conscious buyers who want polarized performance, a secure active fit, and a classic square shape that works anywhere. You're getting recycled construction, proven Smith features like AutoLock hinges, and prescription compatibility—all at a competitive price.
At a Glance
Smith Optics Lifestyle 202302 Shoutout Sunglasses
Pros:
- Available with ChromaPop lens technology for enhanced color and contrast
- More lens color options including mirrored and photochromic
- Evolve bio-based frame material (53% bio-based)
- Same AutoLock hinges and Megol nose pads as Core
Cons:
- Higher price point ($199-$255 vs $147)
- Not made from 100% recycled materials like the Core
- Standard packaging rather than fully recycled
Smith Optics Lifestyle 200941 Lowdown 2 Sunglasses
Pros:
- Flatter 4-base lens curve for a more casual look
- Slightly smaller lens height (43mm vs 57mm width)
- Wide range of price points ($66-$227)
- Proven track record as Smith's best-selling lifestyle frame
Cons:
- Not made from recycled materials
- Some users with larger heads report lens contact with eyebrows
- Less coverage than the Shoutout Core
Smith Optics Lifestyle 203563 Lowdown 2 Core Sunglasses
Pros:
- Same $147 price point and recycled construction
- Flatter, more casual silhouette
- Smaller fit may suit narrower faces better
- Same polarized bio-based lenses and recycled packaging
Cons:
- Less coverage than the Shoutout Core
- Square shape may not suit all face shapes as well as the Lowdown's flatter design
- Fewer color options available