Chums The Vault review

Chums, best known for eyewear retainers, sells The Vault as a zippered hardshell case for eyewear, electronics or other small valuables. The shell is a true hardshell rather than the semi-hard foam used by most budget cases, and Chums lines it with a soft interior to keep lenses from scratching. A mesh stash pocket is built into the inside of the lid, which is handy for a microfiber cloth, a retainer cord or a spare pair of earbuds. The outside measures 6.5 x 3 x 3 inches; that depth gives room for wrap frames but makes the case bulkier in a jacket pocket than a slim clamshell. At $14.99 it is the cheapest hardshell on this list. Chums does not publish an inside fit size, so owners of oversized frames should compare the outer dimensions with their glasses. We compared documented features and published prices.

Who it is for

sunglass owners who want a true hardshell for under $15

Price

$14.99 per case.

Regular price $14.99
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 13, 2026.

Key features

• Zippered hardshell construction
• Soft interior lining against scratches
• Mesh stash pocket inside the lid
• Dimensions of 6.5 x 3 x 3 in
• Chums markets it for sunglasses, reading glasses or small electronics

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Hardshell rather than semi-hard EVA
• Strength: Lid pocket holds a cloth, a retainer or earbuds
• Strength: Cheapest hardshell here at $14.99
• Weakness: At 3 in deep it is bulkier than slim cases
• Weakness: Holds one pair
• Weakness: Chums does not publish an inside fit size

Key facts

• Price: $14.99
• Shell: Zippered hardshell
• Size: 6.5 x 3 x 3 in
• Extras: Mesh pocket in the lid
• Pairs: 1

Where it ranks

Chums The Vault is No. 2 in our Best Sunglasses Cases verdict.