Occupational vs. progressive glasses
Occupational glasses usually work best when you're working at close and intermediate distances: screen, desk, office. Progressive lenses are more suitable when you need to see well at close, intermediate, and far distances with a single pair of glasses.
Difference between occupational and progressive glasses
Occupational glasses
- · Designed for screen use, office work, and intermediate distances.
- · Suitable for when you spend many hours sitting, working on a computer, or moving between a desk and a screen.
- · Not designed to provide good distance vision while in motion.
- · Designed for near, intermediate, and far vision.
- · Suitable for when you change focus many times throughout the day.
- · A single pair of glasses for more everyday situations.
Progressive or occupational glasses: we'll help you decide.
In store, we check your prescription, how you change focus during the day, and what distances you need to resolve most often.
With that, we'll guide you to the option that fits you and your real routine.
If you're considering progressive lenses
If you want to understand who they're for, how they work, and what you can expect from them, we'll cover it here.
Frequent questions
Are occupational and progressive glasses the same thing?
No. Occupational lenses are designed mainly for near and intermediate vision. Progressive lenses correct near, intermediate, and distance vision in a single lens.
What option usually works best for computer and office?
If your day is spent mostly in front of a screen, at a desk, and in an office, occupational glasses may be a better fit.
Are progressive lenses also good for computer use?
Yes. But their function is broader: they are designed to cover various distances, not just office work.
Can I wear occupational glasses all day?
It depends. If you frequently need good distance vision, it might not be the most comfortable option for all-day wear.
How do I know which one fits me best?
We'll see you in-store: we'll check your prescription, your usual distances, and how you use your vision in your daily life. With that, we can guide you better.
