We turn every spoken or signed word around you into text instantly, on a pair of glasses or any screen.
Not next year. Now. Designed with the deaf community, for everyone.
Advanced ASR with <200ms latency, powered by edge AI processing
Coming 2026: ASL to text translation using computer vision
Works without internet in hospitals, planes, and secure facilities
12+ hours of continuous use with quick USB-C charging
Government approved for accessibility aid reimbursement
Identifies and labels different speakers in conversations
State-of-the-art technology from Shenzhen, shipping now. Not promises, products.
These aren't hypotheticals. These are the people we serve every day.
Doctor Visits
No more missing critical medical information. Real-time captions ensure clear communication with healthcare providers.
"John goes to the doctor. The interpreter doesn't show up. No worries, he has his glasses."
4,000+ medical visits/month lack interpreters
Meetings & Collaboration
Participate fully in meetings, conferences, and water cooler conversations. Multi-speaker identification keeps you in the loop.
"Finally, I can follow who said what in our standup meetings."
42.9% of deaf individuals face workplace barriers
Restaurants & Events
Enjoy dinners, parties, and social gatherings without missing the conversation. Works in noisy environments where hearing aids struggle.
"I can finally enjoy dinner conversations with my hearing friends."
Works where traditional aids fail
Classrooms & Lectures
Keep up with fast-paced lectures and class discussions. Perfect for students at Gallaudet, NTID, and mainstream universities.
"It's like having CART services everywhere I go."
Serving MSSD, Gallaudet, and more
By the way, John is real. He's my stepdad.
Sophia is real. Winifred is real. These are the people we build for.
Caption Glass™ doesn't just transcribe speech: it keeps you aware of critical sounds in your environment, ensuring your safety wherever you go.
Fire alarms, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alerts
Car horns, backup beeps, emergency vehicles
Dog barking, aggressive animals nearby
Someone at your door, package deliveries
Breaking glass, gunshots, screaming
Your name being called, baby crying
Our advanced AI processes environmental sounds in under 200ms, instantly alerting you to potential dangers through visual notifications that appear right in your field of view.
Critical sounds appear as red notifications with directional indicators
Adjust which sounds trigger alerts based on your environment
AI learns your patterns to reduce false alerts over time
Alert response time
Critical sound detection accuracy
Environmental awareness
Break down language barriers with real-time, two-way translation. Caption Glass™ translates both what you hear and what you say, making global communication effortless.
Navigate foreign countries with confidence. Order food, ask directions, and connect with locals in their language.
Break down language barriers in business. Participate fully in international conferences and negotiations.
Accelerate your learning with real-time translations. Practice conversations with native speakers fearlessly.
From Tokyo boardrooms to Parisian cafés, Caption Glass™ ensures you're never lost in translation. Experience the future of global communication.
We're constantly innovating with our community. These features are in development based on direct feedback from deaf and hard-of-hearing users.
Real-time ASL translation using on-device AI
Requires front-facing camera module
Smart contextual suggestions during conversations
Requires Caption Glass Plus subscription
Daily conversation journals for dementia care
Requires 128GB+ storage module
Bluetooth captions without internet
Works with all Caption Glass models
All beta features are developed with privacy as the top priority. Sign language recognition, conversation recording, and facial recognition all happen on-device. Your data never leaves your glasses unless you explicitly choose to share it. We're committed to building technology that empowers without compromising your privacy.
Want to help shape these features? Join our beta program.
See how we compare to other smart captioning glasses on the market
| Feature | Caption Glass™ | XRAI Glass | Captify | TranscribeGlass | Mentra Glass |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $599 | $750 | $699 | $377 | Free |
| Monthly Fee | No subscription | $19/mo after 1yr | No subscription | $20/mo | Free |
| Weight | 49g | 51g | 43g | 38g | 44g |
| Battery Life | 12+ hours | 8 hours | 4 hours | 6 hours | 5 hours |
| Latency | <130ms | ~300ms | ~250ms | <300ms | ~400ms |
| Languages | 50+ | 200+ | 30+ | 40+ | 20+ |
| Two-Way Translation | |||||
| Dual Display | |||||
| Safety Alerts | |||||
| On-Device Privacy | |||||
| HSA/FSA Eligible | |||||
| Built-in Speakers | |||||
| Invisible Display | |||||
| No Visible Rectangles | |||||
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year | 1 year | 1 year | Community |
Battery life than closest competitor
No awkward rectangles
Complete solution with speakers
Industry-leading <130ms latency
Real-world demonstrations showing how Caption Glass™ transforms daily communication
Follow every question and answer in a dynamic classroom environment with multi-speaker identification.
Never miss important decisions in fast-paced business meetings with real-time speaker labels.
Enjoy dinner conversations even in noisy environments with advanced noise cancellation.
Ensure clear communication with healthcare providers for critical medical information.
Break down language barriers with real-time translation in 40+ languages.
Experience theater and live performances with synchronized captions for dialogue and sound effects.
Join thousands on the waitlist and be among the first to transform how you communicate.
Join the growing community of Caption Glass™ users who have transformed their daily lives
“Caption Glass has transformed my classroom experience. I can now follow every student's question without missing a beat. The accuracy is incredible, even with multiple speakers.”
Teacher, Deaf Community Advocate
“As someone with progressive hearing loss, these glasses have saved my career. I can participate in stand-ups, meetings, and water cooler conversations without asking people to repeat themselves.”
Software Engineer
“The safety alerts feature is a lifesaver in the hospital. I never miss critical alarms or pages. The battery lasts through my entire 12-hour shifts.”
Medical Student
“Running a busy restaurant with hearing loss was challenging. Now I can hear customer orders, kitchen alerts, and staff questions all at once. The dual display is perfect.”
Restaurant Owner
“My daughter loves her Caption Glasses! She can finally enjoy movies with friends, participate in group projects, and feel included. The kid-friendly design is perfect.”
Parent of Deaf Child
“After years of struggling with hearing aids, these glasses are a revelation. No feedback, no batteries to change daily, and I can actually hear my grandkids clearly.”
Retired Veteran
Watch real users share their experiences and see how Caption Glass™ has transformed their daily lives
Caption Glass™ processes everything on-device. Your conversations never leave your glasses. No cloud. No recordings. No compromises.
All transcription happens directly on the glasses. No cloud servers, no internet required.
Conversations are never recorded or stored. Once transcribed, audio is immediately discarded.
Certified for use in medical settings. Your health conversations stay completely private.
Full functionality without internet. Perfect for secure facilities and sensitive locations.
No login, no tracking, no user profiles. Just turn on and start using.
From sound wave to text display, your data never leaves the device.
Audio captured by microphone
Stays in device memory
Processed by on-device AI chip
No external connections
Text displayed on screen
Audio immediately deleted
Your data never leaves the glasses
Audio sent to cloud servers
Through internet connection
Processed on remote servers
Data stored and analyzed
Results sent back to device
Conversations often retained
Your conversations exposed to third parties
Discuss sensitive health conditions with your doctor
Protects: Patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
Attorney-client privileged conversations
Protects: Legal privilege and confidential case details
Merger discussions, trade secrets, financial data
Protects: Corporate espionage and competitive intelligence
Family matters, relationships, personal struggles
Protects: Intimate details about your private life
| Feature | Caption Glass™ | Cloud-Based |
|---|---|---|
| Works without internet | ||
| No data leaves device | ||
| No conversation recording | ||
| HIPAA compliant | ||
| No account required | ||
| Anonymous usage |
HIPAA Compliant
Medical Privacy Certified
Privacy by Design
Built from the ground up
Zero Cloud
100% offline capable
We don't just build for the deaf community. We are the deaf community.
Accessibility Advisor
18+ years in DDTP field services. Procurement expert.
ASL Interpreter Advisor
Trilingual interpreter (ASL/English/Spanish). 20+ years experience.
"This isn't just a business: it's our life. My brother Chris was born deaf. My stepdad is deaf. My mom is an interpreter. We've lived this problem every day. Now we're solving it."
Jacob Lopez, CEO
We're not building next year's promise. We're shipping this year's product.
We've removed price as a barrier to accessibility.
Industry-leading certifications and privacy-first design ensure your data stays yours
Federal Communications Commission certified for accessibility devices
Healthcare privacy standards compliant
Security, availability, and confidentiality audit
International security management standard
Portfolio Company
2025
Finalist
2025
Nominee
2025
Your data never leaves your device. Every conversation stays private, secure, and under your control.
Military-grade encryption for all data
All processing happens locally on your glasses
Your conversations never leave your device
European privacy regulations compliant
All security features are audited quarterly by independent third-party firms
Limited first batch shipping Early 2026. Join our exclusive beta program.
* FCC certified. Eligible for government reimbursement programs.
🎆 Join our exclusive beta program during the YC batch period
HSA/FSA Eligible
Use pre-tax healthcare dollars
Payment Plans Available
Split into 3, 6, or 12 months