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Best Polarized Swim Goggles: OMID P1, P2 and P2mini Compared

Polarized swim goggles from OMID compared: the adult P2 in three lens colors, the lightweight P1 and the P2mini for kids 6-14, from the maker's listings.

OMID buyer’s guideUpdated October 2026Specs from maker listings

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Quick answer
  • Best overall: OMID P2 with a blue lens, which combines a polarized lens, an anti-fog treatment and a stated 180° field of view.
  • Lens choices: the P2 also comes with a silver lens on an all-black frame; pick the tint you prefer for your light.
  • Lightest frame: the OMID P1 polarized gold uses a hollow fish-scale frame and ships with 3 nose-piece sizes.
  • For kids 6 to 14: the OMID P2mini, with mirrored blue, gold or red lenses and a 99% glare-blocking claim.

Polarized swim goggles cut the glare that bounces off flat water, so outdoor swimmers can sight a buoy or the far wall without squinting. Glare is not just annoying: the OMID P2 listing points out that reflected light can briefly blind you, which matters in open water.

OMID sells three polarized goggle lines: the adult P2, the kids P2mini and a polarized version of the P1. Here we compare six picks across those lines, and because lens color changes how a goggle feels in the sun, we treat tint as a real choice. Everything comes from the maker's listings. Browse every option on our swim goggles page.

Our picks

1OMID Swim Goggles
Best polarized swim goggles overall

OMID Swim Goggles

The P2 is OMID's flagship polarized goggle. The listing says the polarized lens reduces glare and eye strain for outdoor swimming, and it adds an advanced anti-fog treatment and curved lenses with a 180° field of view. An ergonomic 3D frame is designed to keep water out, and a quick-fit buckle adjusts with one touch. This black and blue frame with a blue lens lists a 12-month replacement warranty.

Best forAdult swimmers who split time between outdoor pools and open water
Skip it ifYou swim mostly indoors and want a clear lens
Pros
  • Polarized lens plus anti-fog treatment
  • 180° field of view stated
  • 12-month replacement warranty on this variant
Cons
  • UV figure printed as 111% in the listing, likely a typo
2OMID Swim Goggles
Best silver lens for an all-black look

OMID Swim Goggles

Same P2 goggle, different tint: an all-black frame with a silver lens. The polarized lens, anti-fog treatment, adjustable non-slip silicone strap and 3D frame are identical to the blue-lens version per the listing. Choose it if you want a subtler look or simply prefer a silver tint over blue.

Best forSwimmers who want a low-key, all-black goggle
Skip it ifYou want the variant with a warranty line in the listing; this one does not show it
Pros
  • Same P2 frame and polarized lens
  • All-black frame
  • Quick-fit one-touch buckle
Cons
  • No warranty term shown on this variant's listing
3OMID Swimming Goggles
Best lightweight polarized frame

OMID Swimming Goggles

The P1 polarized pairs an all-black frame with a gold lens. The listing says the polarized lens boosts color perception, contrast and depth perception, and the inner lens has an anti-fog coating. Its hollow fish-scale frame is designed to reduce weight, and 3 nose pieces in different sizes plus an adjustable strap help with fit, including for high nose bridges.

Best forFitness swimmers who want a light goggle and a tunable nose bridge
Skip it ifUV protection is a must-have spec for you; the P1 listing does not state it
Pros
  • 3 replaceable nose-piece sizes
  • Hollow frame designed to cut weight
  • 180° field of view stated
Cons
  • No UV figure in the listing
4OMID Kids Swim Goggles
Best polarized swim goggles for kids

OMID Kids Swim Goggles

The P2mini brings the P2 design down to a size listed for ages 6 to 14. The maker says its polarized lens blocks 99% of intense glare off lakes and seas, and it claims 100% UV protection plus an anti-fog treatment. A flexible nose bridge, super-soft silicone gaskets and an adjustable strap aim to fit many face shapes. This version has a mirrored blue lens on a black and blue frame.

Best forKids at outdoor pools, lakes and the beach
Skip it ifYour child is younger than 6
Pros
  • Stated age range of 6 to 14
  • 99% glare and 100% UV claims
  • 1-year warranty listed
Cons
  • One size only
5OMID Kids Swim Goggles
Best gold lens for kids

OMID Kids Swim Goggles

The same P2mini with a mirrored gold lens on a blue frame. Specs match the blue version on paper: polarized lens, anti-fog treatment, 180° field of view and a one-touch quick-fit buckle. A warm gold mirror is a good way to tell siblings' goggles apart.

Best forKids who want a bold gold mirror lens
Skip it ifYou prefer a cooler blue tint
Pros
  • Mirrored gold lens
  • Same P2mini fit features
  • 1-year warranty listed
Cons
  • Its part number in the data matches the blue variant, so check the color before you buy
6OMID Kids Swim Goggles
Best red lens for kids

OMID Kids Swim Goggles

This P2mini has a mirrored red lens on a black and red frame. Like the other P2mini colors, the listing claims a 99% glare block, 100% UV protection, an anti-fog treatment and a leak-proof 3D frame for ages 6 to 14.

Best forKids who want a red goggle that is easy to spot in a swim bag
Skip it ifYour child already has a P2mini and needs a different size
Pros
  • Mirrored red lens
  • Ages 6 to 14 per the listing
  • Quick-fit buckle
Cons
  • Same one-size frame as the other colors

How we picked these polarized swim goggles

Every pick is an OMID goggle whose listing says it has a polarized lens. We compared what each maker listing states about glare, anti-fog, UV, fit and age range. We do not cite ratings or prices.

  • Distinct lines first: P2, P1 and P2mini each get a slot.
  • Colors only when they matter: we added extra P2 and P2mini variants because lens tint changes how bright or dark the water looks.
  • Left out: the P1 non-polarized clear and the P3, which are not polarized. They appear in our best anti fog swim goggles guide.

OMID polarized goggles side by side

ModelLens / frameWho it fitsAnti-fogUV claimField of view
P2Blue / black-blueAdults✓~ 111% (typo)180°
P2Silver / all-blackAdults✓~ 111% (typo)180°
P1 polarizedGold / all-blackAdults and youth✓✗ Not stated180°
P2miniMirrored blueAges 6-14✓100%180°
P2miniMirrored goldAges 6-14✓100%180°
P2miniMirrored redAges 6-14✓100%180°

Polarized lens options by OMID line

Polarized variants in the omidshop catalog

P2 adult: 3variantsP2mini kids: 3variantsP1 polarized: 1variants
P2 adult · 42.9%P2mini kids · 42.9%P1 polarized · 14.3%

The P2 also comes in a third, bright blue lens that we left off this list; it shares the same specs. Here are the main picks:

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Are polarized swim goggles worth it?

Polarized lenses filter horizontally reflected light, which is most of the glare that bounces off a water surface. Outdoors, that can make the water look calmer and help you sight landmarks. Indoors, under pool lights, the benefit is smaller.

  • Worth it: open water, outdoor pools, beach days and anyone sensitive to glare.
  • Less useful: dim indoor pools, where a tinted lens can make the water look dark.
Polarized is not the same as UV protectionPolarization cuts glare; UV protection blocks ultraviolet rays. They are separate features. The P2mini lists both, the P2 mentions UV protection, and the P1 listing does not state a UV figure.

How to choose polarized swim goggles

Start with size

Adults pick between the P2 and the P1. Kids from 6 to 14 should use the P2mini, since an adult frame is unlikely to seal on a small face.

Then pick the lens tint

On paper the P2 and P2mini colors share the same specs, so tint is about your light and taste. Mirrored and darker tints suit bright sun; lighter blues feel brighter.

Check the fit features

  • P2: adjustable non-slip silicone strap, 3D frame and one-touch quick-fit buckle.
  • P1: 3 replaceable nose-piece sizes, soft silicone gasket and a hollow, lighter frame.
  • P2mini: flexible nose bridge and super-soft gaskets.

Swimming in cold open water? Pair your goggles with a cap from our swim caps range, and see the OMID P1 vs P2 comparison if you are torn between the adult models.

Caring for polarized lenses

These are general tips, not listing claims. Rinse goggles in fresh water after chlorine or salt, let them air dry and keep them in a case so the outer lens does not scratch. Avoid wiping the inner lens, where the anti-fog layer sits.

For a deeper look at OMID's flagship model, read our OMID P2 swim goggles review. Heading to the mountains later in the year? The same brand makes polarized snow goggles in the ski and snow range.

FAQ

What are the best polarized swim goggles from OMID?

For most adults, the OMID P2 with a blue lens. It combines a polarized lens, an anti-fog treatment, a stated 180° field of view and a quick-fit buckle. Kids 6 to 14 should look at the P2mini.

Can you wear polarized goggles in an indoor pool?

Yes, but the benefit is smaller indoors, and a tinted lens can make a dim pool look darker. A clear lens is usually the better indoor choice.

Do polarized goggles protect against UV?

Not automatically; polarization and UV protection are separate. The OMID P2mini lists 100% UV protection, the P2 mentions UV protection, and the P1 listing does not state a UV figure.

What age are OMID P2mini goggles for?

The listing says ages 6 to 14.

Does lens color change how polarized goggles perform?

Within the P2 and P2mini lines, the listings show the same specs for every color. Tint mainly changes how bright the water looks and the style.

Are polarized goggles good for open water swimming?

They are a strong fit, since open water reflects a lot of glare. The P2 listing notes that reflected light can briefly blind a swimmer, which polarized lenses are meant to reduce.

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