varifocals

Primrose V3ra thanks for info will try Boots have always gone to spec savers but they don’t seem to offer this service.

spottysocks

I really tried to get used to wearing varifocals but had trouble reading and using the laptop with them as the field of vision just wasn't enough, even though I opted for a pair with a wider field of vision and suffered with neck ache from trying to read through the right part of the lens. I returned them after a couple of weeks and opted for a pair of bifocals I find them so much better for reading and I wouldn't be without them now.

I chose the ones with the widest field of vision too. The girl said you can’t get any better than that!

I really tried to get used to wearing varifocals but had trouble reading and using the laptop with them as the field of vision just wasn't enough, even though I opted for a pair with a wider field of vision and suffered with neck ache from trying to read through the right part of the lens. I returned them after a couple of weeks and opted for a pair of bifocals I find them so much better for reading and I wouldn't be without them now.

Love them for watching TV and driving but still prefer to have a pair of designated readers. I have to say the pair I do have are far superior to previous pairs and I can read really well with them but just feel easier when looking at a screen with the readers.

Been wearing Varifocals for 20 odd years - have never had to get used to them, took to them straight away, no problems. My left and right eyes are wildly different, so two completely different lenses, which makes my glasses very expensive. Didn't need a new pair this year, but had prescription sunglasses instead, which I think will last me a good few years.

Well, everyday is a school day!! I didn’t know you could get varifocal contact lenses, I shall ask about those at my next eye test. I’ve never had any problem getting used to varifocals but just prefer to use reading glasses if I’m reading (book not kindle) for any length of time.

I too have worn varifocals for years and mine are completly frameless, light as a feather and very wide angle of vision. Pretty expensive but I wouldn't be without them. I do remember the bit about going down steps /stairs. but soon got used to that. I would keep persevering if you can. BUT saying that I tried varifocal contact lenses and struggled taking them out after one of them shattered in my eye. Optician said he had never seen the like and managed to remove 7 bits with another 2 pieces on my cheek the next morning!! They just may not be for you, good luck which ever path you go down.

I love my varifocals and even have varifocal contact lenses.
I do sometimes find that not wearing either and just enlarging the print on my tablet is more comfortable, especially first and last thing. Maybe it's something to do with the brain adjusting more slowly nowadays?

tinaf1

Primrose can I ask what optician you have used that will let you return the varifocals if they don’t suit you.
I am due an eye test and was considering getting varifocals.
I tried them quite a few years ago but couldn’t get on with them , felt unsafe going down stairs etc they was expensive . Funny enough before I saw your thread I was having a conversation with my husband and said I wish you could try before you buy.

Boots opticians tinaf1. They offer a 28 day or 30 day guarantee anyway and he said there are a couple of lens manufacturers who offer a full refund so I went for one of them, which was Variluxe X series.

I know you can get them a lot cheaper. My previous varifocals cost around £100 from a guy who gets them made up to any prescription. He is a spectacle provider, not an optician. As I said earlier I couldn’t get on with those either and I thought maybe it was because they were so cheap but hubby has had many pairs from him and they have all been fine.

tinafl I use Boots opticians and they will change the glasses if they don't suit you.
They also give a 20% discount to the over 60s.

I have worn them for years now. Can't remember having to get used to them- instant.
I too paid over £300 just for the lenses (glasses extra) few weeks ago but I would not hesitate to take them back if not fit for purpose. My lenses are Nikon.
Please try again they really are the answer.

I lost my newly purchased varifocals at a business conference many years ago . Never again. It meant in effect that I had lost two pairs of glasses not one!

Primrose can I ask what optician you have used that will let you return the varifocals if they don’t suit you.
I am due an eye test and was considering getting varifocals.
I tried them quite a few years ago but couldn’t get on with them , felt unsafe going down stairs etc they was expensive . Funny enough before I saw your thread I was having a conversation with my husband and said I wish you could try before you buy.

I have had them for many years without a problem, but I too was having problems reading with my new pair. I went back to the optician and it seems they were not graded properly. I can read if I lift my glasses so the reading part is in the right place. I was tested to make sure they were the correct prescription and then refitted. My new replacement glasses are being manufactured now.

I also wear varifocals with light reactive lenses which are 2 for £140 from asda the light reactive part is an extra £50 . My BiL had a very expensive pair from a private opticians that he never got on with . He picked up my DHs Asda varifocals read something and found them crystal clear !

I love my varifocals. I have worn them ever since they became available. I also gave reactions lenses that go dark grey in the sunshine. I had mine thinned as I would be wearing bottle bottoms otherwise.
Persevere with them, your brain soon learns to recognise where you need to look when reading.

I have worn varifocals for years and really like them. But every pair I have had it always takes weeks to get used to them. I find I struggle until one day I don’t notice I am wearing them.
I find if I give in and change back to old ones I just have to start the adjustment again.
I have just treated myself to some RayBan varifocal sunglasses and was worried it might take longer but it hasn’t maybe because of the dark tint?

I have worn glasses for years I tried lenses but they didn’t work for me at all. I did initially wear biofocals but they were limiting at times. They didn’t cover everything I missed out on detail if you know what I mean
I have worn varifocals for about twenty five years they are perfect for me. Initially I found using them a little trying going down stairs but soon got the hang of them.
Making sure they fit properly and sit on your face right is the key.

Downtoearth
I’ve worn glasses before I went to school.
Over the years I’ve had several opticians tell me you’ll get used to them
My answer has always been no, you will give me a refund
I know when they aren’t right because I had my first high index varifocals over 20 years ago and they were perfect
That was the standard I go by.

Having worn glasses since I was 8 months old my transition to varifocals at the age of 40 was painless,I have now worn them for 30 years.
I worked for Boots opticians at the time,and had an understanding of the way the lenses worked and the need to adapt,as I was helping many others experiencing problems with theirs as part of my job was able to help them too.

I have been wearing varifocals for around 20 years. I have never had any problems with them. I do day to day tasks, read, use the computer, watch TV, all with no issues.

I always buy mine from Asda. Last got some around 6 months ago and two pairs were £140. I have never had any issues with my varifocals from Asda and don't see the point of paying silly money to go elsewhere.

I have tried varifocals on three separate occasions and just couldn't get on with them for using my laptop, had to tip my head back to focus, causing head and neck ache. I got my money back and went for bi-focals. They suit me perfectly, so still only need the one pair for all uses. The half moon reading section looks a bit 'grannyish' but I don' t think about it. Perhaps it would be worth you giving some a try with the no quibble guarantee that most opticians give.

Have you been back to the optician to explain Primrose? If they’re not right, you should do.
I’ve worn them for years too and also use Asda, two pairs for £220 a couple of years ago.

When I first tried varifocals many moons ago, I remember I was on holiday in Cyprus and initially wore for an hour a day, gradually building it up.That worked for me.

How long have you had this pair for Primrose53?

I've had varifocals for many years now and have just had a new pair, change of prescription, four weeks ago.
I'd say it's only in the last week that I've clicked with this pair.
I was warned years ago that it takes time for your brain to adjust to the different zones.

Having said that, I have had one pair where I just couldn't read with them and went back to the optician. It turned out the fields of vision hadn't been measured properly initially.
The lenses were changed and everything was fine then.

So you might just need a bit longer to get used to them, but if not get the optician to check the lenses before you abandon them altogether.