A guide to choosing new lenses

Choosing new lenses can feel overwhelming with so many options available. At Glazoo, we’re here to help you find the perfect pair.

Single lenses: sharp vision for near or far

‍Single lenses correct your vision at one distance—either near or far. Need glasses for driving but not for reading? Or can you read subtitles but find text blurry up close? Single lenses are your solution. Choose reading glasses for near correction or distance glasses (vertebrates) for far vision.

Multifocal lenses: clear vision near and far

‍If you need both near and distance correction, multifocal lenses are ideal. Also called varifocal or varilux lenses, they feature a distance zone at the top and a reading zone at the bottom, with a smooth transition between them for clear vision at any distance.

Field of view width: pick your perfect zones

‍Multifocal lenses vary in the size of their viewing zones. A wider field of view means less edge distortion. If you use your glasses mostly for reading, opt for lenses with an extended reading area.

Thinner lenses for high prescriptions

‍Higher prescriptions usually mean thicker lenses. Choosing lenses with a higher refractive index reduces thickness and weight. At Glazoo, we offer thin lenses as standard and recommend extra thinning for prescriptions stronger than ±4.00 to avoid the “fishbowl effect.”

Coatings to enhance comfort and durability‍

An anti-reflective coating is essential to reduce glare and reflections, improving your viewing comfort. You can also add scratch-resistant, water- and dirt-repellent coatings for extra protection.

Blue light filter: protect your eyes from screens

‍With so much screen time today, a blue light filter helps reduce eye strain and headaches by blocking harmful blue light from digital devices. Want to learn more? Check out our dedicated blog post.

Which brand is right for you?

‍Brand differences are often about reputation and positioning, similar to fashion. Technology and quality keep improving across manufacturers, so you can trust the lenses you choose. Need personalized advice? Our opticians are happy to assist.

Explore our full range on our website or contact us directly. We’ll help you see clearly again in no time!