Single-vision lenses are made for one viewing distance—far away, close-up reading or arm’s-length screen work. Choose the pair that fits your day.
✓ Standard 1.5 single-vision lenses included with complete glasses.
For road signs, the television and other far-away tasks according to your prescription.
For books, phones, menus and other close-up tasks at your prescribed reading distance.
For screens and work at arm’s length; designed around a selected intermediate distance.
| Use | Typical tasks | Not designed for |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | Driving and seeing across a room | Automatically providing near focus |
| Reading | Books and mobile screens | Distance tasks |
| Intermediate | Desktop monitor and desk work | All-distance vision or driving |
Our basic uncoated single-vision lens included with complete glasses.
Choose an upgrade for scratch resistance or fewer distracting reflections.
Higher index options can help manage lens thickness where suitable.
Choose fixed tint, polarised or Transitions options when compatible.
Browse prescription glasses or choose reglazing to keep a pair you already own.
Choose your lens use and available upgrades in our 7-step Lens Studio.
Enter or upload your prescription as instructed during checkout.
Our UK optical team prepares your lenses and checks your glasses before dispatch.
Clear answers about this lens type and what to expect when ordering.
Each lens is made for one prescribed viewing distance, such as distance, reading or intermediate.
Yes, standard 1.5 single-vision lenses are included when you buy complete prescription glasses.
Not necessarily. If you need an additional near prescription, speak to your optician about reading lenses, bifocals or varifocals.
Not always. Screens often sit farther away than books, so intermediate and reading prescriptions can differ.
Yes, subject to prescription and frame suitability. Our optional 1.60, 1.67 and 1.74 high-index packages also include anti-glare and anti-scratch coatings.
Compatible single-vision lenses can be ordered with selected tint, polarised or Transitions options in our Lens Studio.
You need suitable prescription details for the lenses ordered. If in doubt about whether your prescription is current, check with your optician.
Standard production is up to 14 working days. Express provides priority production, typically 1–5 working days for complete single-vision glasses. Delivery is additional.
