Are 1.00 reading glasses helpful for mild presbyopia?

If you’re new to the world of presbyopia, you’re probably bursting with questions like “what the heck does presbyopia mean?” and “why are the readers at CVS so corny?” Worry not, our fearless readers. We’re here to make your transition into far-sightedness as painless as possible. 

So, you’ve caught yourself squinting at the Sunday crossword, and the Shouts and Murmurs look a little hazy. You can now count yourself among the ranks of those with mild presbyopia, an age-related condition that reduces your eye’s ability to focus on up-close objects. Don’t fret: it’s an entirely normal side effect of accumulating more years under your belt, and you won’t need coke-bottle glasses any time soon (or ever, if we have anything to say about it). 1.00 reading glasses will likely do the trick on your first go-round. Read on to find out more, and feel free to hold your phone or computer several feet from your face as you do so. We won’t judge.

How do I know if 1.00 readers are the right strength for me?

When it comes to readers, strength refers to the level of magnification you need to fully focus your peepers on the page in front of you.. If you’re brand-new to reading glasses and things are just starting to look a little blurry, you’ll want to start at the lowest strength we offer, which is 1.00, before moving up to +1.50 or +2.00 readers. Our reader strength test can help you be 100% sure your strength is 1.00. All you need is a printer and your eyeballs, and you’re well on your way to finding readers that will make you forget you’re wearing them. Until the compliments start rolling in, of course.

Can I find 1.00 reading glasses with anti-glare coatings?

While you can find a few places that will allow you to upgrade your reading glasses with anti-glare coating, this is one of the very few options we don’t offer. However, we can happily confirm that our reading glasses do come with scratch-resistant and smudge proof coatings, and are available in diopters ranging from 0.00 to +4.00. Reading can be easy, as it turns out.

Do I need a prescription for 1.00 reading glasses?

To get yourself a spiffy new pair of full lens 1.00 reading glasses, you just need to know your reader strength. If you’ve recently visited the eye doctor, gold star for you, and they likely still have your strength on file. If you’re in need of a plan B, our handy dandy Reader Strength Test will get you started. You can upload your prescription during checkout or submit it via email at rx@eyebobs.com. Easy peasy, right? Lay your eyeballs on our FAQ page if you’re in need of some extra clarity.

Can I get 1.00 readers with different frame colors and styles?

Oh, can you. Read it and rejoice: any one of our frames can be outfitted with 1.00 reader lenses. Yep, you heard that right – we’re in the business of giving you every opportunity to find frames as distinct as you are, so we’ve got reader options as far as the eye can see. Whether you are looking for men's readers or reading glasses for women, go ahead and feast your eyes on our plethora of colors, patterns, and shapes. If you can envision it, we’ve probably got it.

Can I use 1.00 reading glasses over my contact lenses?

Survey says: sure you can. If you wear contacts for distance vision correction, there’s no need to go to the trouble of taking your contacts out every time you need to peruse the wine list. That would be highly inconvenient, not to mention rather unpleasant for your dinner companions. Never fear: if your reader strength is as low as 1.00, wearing your readers over your contacts is no big thing. Just watch out for any discomfort – our eyeballs are inarguably essential, so it’s important to keep them at ease. If you do end up experiencing eye strain or headaches whilst doubling up on eyewear, it’s probably best to stick with one at a time. 

What lens materials are commonly used for 1.00 readers?

Your 1.00 reading glasses are made with CR-39 lenses, which are just as fancy as they sound. Our reader lenses are smudge-proof and scratch-resistant, which will be welcome news to those whose go-to emphatic gesture includes dramatically whipping off their glasses. Frame-wise, we offer acetate and metal, and these two options have some key differences in look and feel. Our luxury, Italian-designed acetate is a higher-quality and thicker material compared to plastic, which makes it easier to incorporate eye-catching patterns and bold colors into the frame. Our stainless steel frames are lighter weight and are super strong, so they might be a good match for anyone who prefers a barely-there feel or is a bit tougher on their glasses.

Can I use 1.00 reading glasses if I have astigmatism?

If you have astigmatism, meaning you need both up-close and far-out vision correction, worry not. You can wear your magnifying reading glasses right over your contacts if that’s your speed. If you’re not a contacts wearer, allow us to direct your attention once more to our progressive or bifocal lenses. Consider these lens types your all-powerful fairy godmothers: they host your reader magnification on the bottom and your distance prescription up top. They’re the two-for-one special of vision correction. Ka-ching!