NoCry Over Eyeglasses Safety Glasses — ANSI Z87.1 OTG Fits Over Rx
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EDITORIAL REVIEW: 4.4/5 — WC Safety Review of the NoCry Over Eyeglasses, the OTG frame that fits over prescription glasses. Editorial assessment by Steven Eaton, WC Safety editor, based on published NoCry specificat...
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EDITORIAL REVIEW: 4.4/5 — WC Safety Review of the NoCry Over Eyeglasses, the OTG frame that fits over prescription glasses.
Editorial assessment by Steven Eaton, WC Safety editor, based on published NoCry specifications and category fit. We did not laboratory-test this product.
Editorial assessment by Steven Eaton, WC Safety editor, based on published NoCry specifications and category fit. We did not laboratory-test this product.
The NoCry Over Eyeglasses (OTG) safety glasses are designed to fit over standard prescription eyeglasses, providing ANSI Z87.1-rated impact protection for prescription eyeglass wearers in construction, industrial, and workshop settings. A wider frame opening accommodates your glasses underneath, and side shields extend around the sides for coverage beyond the prescription frames — in clear lenses across several frame colors, with anti-fog and scratch-resistant variants available.
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Why the NoCry Over Eyeglasses suits prescription wearers
Eyeglass wearers on a jobsite face a bad choice without OTG: prescription safety lenses cost money and wait time, and contacts aren't for everyone. The NoCry Over Eyeglasses removes the choice — impact protection worn straight over the glasses you already have, with a wider frame opening to clear your Rx frames and side shields that wrap the edges. Some variants add anti-fog so the trapped air doesn't fog you out. Our full NoCry Over Eyeglasses review rates it 4.4/5, and the safety glasses buyer's guide covers when OTG beats prescription lenses.
Safety first: the NoCry Over Eyeglasses is impact-and-debris protection, not a sealed goggle — it is not rated against a chemical splash hazard, fine airborne dust, or vapor, which require sealed OTG goggles or a face shield per your hazard assessment. OTG fit is critical: verify it seats and closes over your specific prescription frame, since a frame too large to fit leaves gaps that defeat the protection. Choose eyewear against measured hazards with the when-do-you-need-safety-glasses guide.
What the listing documents
From the published specs: ANSI Z87.1 impact certification; an over-the-glasses (OTG) design with a wider frame opening to fit over standard prescription eyeglasses and side shields that extend around the sides; a clear polycarbonate lens with anti-fog and scratch-resistant variants; several frame colors; base model NC-SOG-5X7-BR. As nocry safety glasses go, this is the OTG member — a genuine over the glasses safety glasses and a true otg safety glasses for Rx wearers.
Choosing your NoCry Over Eyeglasses variant
The lenses are clear for indoor and general work from the clear-lens collection; the Black/Black and Black/Green variants add anti-fog and scratch resistance, which pair with the anti-fog guide and anti-fog collection since OTG frames fog more. Compare the wider OTG field in the over-the-glasses collection, including the Uvex Astro OTG and MCR Law OG1 OTG.
Where the NoCry Over Eyeglasses sits
NoCry offers this OTG frame alongside its non-OTG clear wraparound; among other OTG options, the over-the-glasses collection compares them against your Rx frame. The best safety glasses 2026 roundup places the line against other brands, and the eye protection collection covers the full category.
Where it fits by job and crew orders
OTG suits eyeglass-wearing crews and visitor programs across trades — the construction, manufacturing, and mechanics guides rank frames by task, and for prescription wearers weighing fit, the small-face guide and women's fit guide cover smaller Rx frames underneath and how a larger OTG shell sits on smaller faces. Where the hazard exceeds impact — splash, dust, vapor — step to a sealed OTG goggle from the safety goggles collection. For crew orders, quantity purchasing runs through a free Amazon Business account — volume pricing, PO numbers at checkout, and tax-exempt eligibility for qualifying organizations, with the walkthrough linked in our footer.
Reading the Z87 marking, and what it does not cover
Protective eyewear in the US is built to ANSI/ISEA Z87.1, and OSHA 1910.133 requires eye protection that meets it. The marking on the frame is the specification, and the important distinction is a single character: Z87 is basic impact, Z87+ is high impact — tested with a quarter-inch steel ball at 150 ft/s for spectacles. If the work throws anything, Z87+ is the line.
The suffixes narrow it further: D3 is splash and droplet, D4 dust, D5 fine dust. These matter because a spectacle cannot earn D3 — droplet protection needs a sealed goggle. Safety glasses are impact protection, not chemical splash protection, however wraparound the lens looks, and substituting one for the other is a common and consequential error.
A face shield is also secondary protection under 1910.133: it is worn over primary eye protection, never instead of it. And tint is not shade — a dark lens without a stated IR/UV shade number offers no rated protection against radiant energy.
Frequently asked questions
What are the NoCry Over Eyeglasses safety glasses?
An over-the-glasses (OTG) safety glass designed to fit over standard prescription eyeglasses, providing ANSI Z87.1-rated impact protection for Rx wearers in construction, industrial, and workshop settings. A wider frame opening fits your glasses underneath, and side shields extend around the sides.
What does over-the-glasses (OTG) mean?
OTG frames are sized to fit over your own prescription eyeglasses, giving impact protection without buying prescription safety lenses or switching to contacts. The wider NoCry frame and side shields wrap around your Rx frame underneath.
Will it fit over my prescription glasses?
It has a wider frame opening for most standard prescription frames, but very large or wraparound Rx frames may not seat well. Check the fit over your specific glasses - an OTG that doesn't close properly leaves gaps that defeat the protection.
Is it ANSI rated?
Yes - the NoCry Over Eyeglasses carries ANSI Z87.1 impact certification, so it meets the requirement for most industrial and construction eye hazards, worn over your glasses.
Do the side shields add protection?
Yes - the side shields extend coverage around the sides beyond your prescription frames, reducing the side-entry angle for debris that open Rx frames would leave exposed.
Do any variants have anti-fog?
Yes - some frame colors (the Black/Black and Black/Green variants) add anti-fog and scratch-resistant lenses. OTG frames trap warm air between your Rx lens and the safety lens, so anti-fog helps in humid work.
What frame colors does it come in?
Several two-tone colors including Black/Red, Black/Orange, Black/Black, and Black/Green, in clear lenses. Frame color is preference; the OTG protection is the same across colors.
Is it enough, or do I need goggles?
The NoCry Over Eyeglasses protects against impact and debris. It does not seal against a chemical splash hazard, fine dust, or vapor - those need a sealed OTG goggle or a face shield. Match the eyewear to your hazard assessment.
Who is it for?
Prescription eyeglass wearers who need jobsite eye protection over their own glasses - so there's no cost or wait for prescription safety lenses and no switching to contacts. It's the simple OTG option for construction and workshop work.
How does it compare to prescription safety glasses?
OTG wraps over your existing glasses, while prescription safety glasses have your prescription ground into the safety lens. OTG is cheaper and immediate; prescription safety lenses are slimmer but cost more and take time to order.
How do I care for the lenses?
Rinse grit before wiping the OTG lens and your glasses underneath with a lens-safe cloth; harsh cleaners strip anti-fog coatings. Retire the OTG lens once scratches enter your line of sight - a scratched safety lens no longer protects fully.
How do I order for a crew?
Quantity purchasing runs through a free Amazon Business account - volume pricing, PO numbers at checkout, and tax-exempt eligibility for qualifying organizations. The bulk-ordering walkthrough is linked in our site footer.
Brand / Vendor
NoCry
Model / SKU
NC-SOG-5X7-BR
Product Type
Safety Glasses
Price
$16.99 (Amazon)
Rating
4.5 / 5 — 33540 Amazon ratings
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Verified Buyer Reviews
Customer Reviews
★★★★☆4.5 / 5· 33,540 ratings on Amazon
★★★★★
Quality
These safety glasses work great, and they can fit over top of almost any style of glasses. My glasses are huge compared to most, and they fit over them perfectly. They don't fog up or scratch easily, and they're comfortable to wear for long periods of time. The quality of these is also noticable. You can tell just by how they look and feel, that they're well made and they're not a pair of cheap, generic safety glasses.
Verified Purchaser · April 6, 2 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★★
BEST comfortable safely glasses I’ve ever worn!
These safety glasses are GREAT! They fit right over my prescription sunglasses and regular glasses and so comfortable you don’t even know you have the safely glasses on. Love them!
Verified Purchaser · May 5, 202 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★☆
Unintentional use
Great eye protection that actually fit over glasses and I found that they do well when brazing copper and not hurting my eyes. They get scratched up a bit a bit easy not crazy though. Over all I like them as my brazing glasses, not regulation tint, but I like seeing what I'm doing so I'll wear these.
Verified Purchaser · November 1 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★★
The Fit over your eyeglasses, And how good they feel and look.
I wear eyeglasses and have searched for safety glasses for quite some time,I "Had" 6 pair in total lying around, the thing is,....none of them fit the why I would like them to, not one.You really have to be careful when purchasing a pair, or you'll end up like me, with 6 pair lying around that are worthless.I do a lot of grinding from time to time, and to you that know about grinding, and wear eyeglasses,A Good Pair Of Safety Glasses IS A MUST, in order to prevent sparks from hitting your eyeglasses.A couple of friends introduced me to these NoCry Safety Glasses Over Eyeglasses, Wow is all I can really sayThey fit so well over my eyeglasses, and not like them big bulky pair that has an elasticity strap that goes aroundthe back of your head, try and get them on or off without knocking your eyeglasses around,and they really look professional.As with any product there will be factory rejects when so many are be produced,when I received mine there was a small imperfection that was causing them to not fit comfortably on me,I got ahold of No Cry Support, and after sending them a couple photo's, they agreed that they were afactory glitch, and the very next day there was a replacement at my front door, again WowI gathered all 6 of the old pair and threw them in the trash, Because that's what they were,I would say if you have had the experience I have had, give these a try, you won't go wrong.
Verified Purchaser · June 7, 20 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★★
Tough lens & comfortable for bigger heads
These fit easily over my glasses and don't squeeze my head too tight, especially important when you're wearing hearing protection as well. There are enough open spaces around the edges to help prevent fogging for the most part. If I'm running extra hot/sweating and go from inside to outside they can fog up a little. The arms are easy enough to adjust by pushing or pulling to extend them.The black and green colors are nice even though the green is mostly on the inside. These are pretty tough as far as I can tell. I use these at the range and they've taken a beating in my bag, and hold up to random casings pinging off the glasses. No damage so far through several months of use, beyond a few superficial scuffs. These seem to be a good value and I'll probably grab an extra set as backup if I have someone with me.
Verified Purchaser · December 2 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★★
worth the purchase price
These glasses fit well over many shaped frames. You might look kind of dorky but your eyes are protected and it keeps your glasses clean.
Verified Purchaser · June 2, 20 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★☆☆
Too Small
Decent safety glasses, but *doesn't* fit over my prescription eye glasses.
Verified Purchaser · April 30, · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★★
Fits better than you’d expect
This was my first pair of glasses to go over glasses and I was very surprised on how well they fit. I have 5.5 inch wide frames, about 1.5 inches tall. The glasses didn’t feel weird and they were very secure. Definitely worth trying out!
Verified Purchaser · May 20, 20 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★★
Great for work and gardening
I bought 2 pairs. I use one at work and the other at home whenever I have to work in my yard in the evening/night. I have another pair that I wear as sunglasses. It is easy to wear them over my glade. I like the size.
Verified Purchaser · June 9, 20 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
★★★★★
Great safety glasses
Quality safety glasses, futs well over regular glasses. Grest price
Verified Purchaser · June 16, 2 · ✓ Amazon Verified Purchase
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the NoCry Over Eyeglasses safety glasses?
An over-the-glasses (OTG) safety glass designed to fit over standard prescription eyeglasses, providing ANSI Z87.1-rated impact protection for Rx wearers in construction, industrial, and workshop settings. A wider frame opening fits your glasses underneath, and side shields extend around the sides.
What does over-the-glasses (OTG) mean?
OTG frames are sized to fit over your own prescription eyeglasses, giving impact protection without buying prescription safety lenses or switching to contacts. The wider NoCry frame and side shields wrap around your Rx frame underneath.
Will it fit over my prescription glasses?
It has a wider frame opening for most standard prescription frames, but very large or wraparound Rx frames may not seat well. Check the fit over your specific glasses - an OTG that doesn't close properly leaves gaps that defeat the protection.
Is it ANSI rated?
Yes - the NoCry Over Eyeglasses carries ANSI Z87.1 impact certification, so it meets the requirement for most industrial and construction eye hazards, worn over your glasses.
Do the side shields add protection?
Yes - the side shields extend coverage around the sides beyond your prescription frames, reducing the side-entry angle for debris that open Rx frames would leave exposed.
Do any variants have anti-fog?
Yes - some frame colors (the Black/Black and Black/Green variants) add anti-fog and scratch-resistant lenses. OTG frames trap warm air between your Rx lens and the safety lens, so anti-fog helps in humid work.
What frame colors does it come in?
Several two-tone colors including Black/Red, Black/Orange, Black/Black, and Black/Green, in clear lenses. Frame color is preference; the OTG protection is the same across colors.
Is it enough, or do I need goggles?
The NoCry Over Eyeglasses protects against impact and debris. It does not seal against a chemical splash hazard, fine dust, or vapor - those need a sealed OTG goggle or a face shield. Match the eyewear to your hazard assessment.
Who is it for?
Prescription eyeglass wearers who need jobsite eye protection over their own glasses - so there's no cost or wait for prescription safety lenses and no switching to contacts. It's the simple OTG option for construction and workshop work.
How does it compare to prescription safety glasses?
OTG wraps over your existing glasses, while prescription safety glasses have your prescription ground into the safety lens. OTG is cheaper and immediate; prescription safety lenses are slimmer but cost more and take time to order.
How do I care for the lenses?
Rinse grit before wiping the OTG lens and your glasses underneath with a lens-safe cloth; harsh cleaners strip anti-fog coatings. Retire the OTG lens once scratches enter your line of sight - a scratched safety lens no longer protects fully.
How do I order for a crew?
Quantity purchasing runs through a free Amazon Business account - volume pricing, PO numbers at checkout, and tax-exempt eligibility for qualifying organizations. The bulk-ordering walkthrough is linked in our site footer.