Single vision lenses have one prescription across the whole lens. They are the most common type of prescription lens, and the right choice when you need correction for one distance: seeing far away, seeing up close, or working at a screen.
Who needs single vision lenses?
- Nearsighted (myopia): distant objects look blurry. Single vision lenses correct distance vision.
- Farsighted (hyperopia): close objects look blurry, or eyes feel tired up close.
- Astigmatism: an uneven curve of the eye blurs vision at any distance. Single vision lenses can include astigmatism correction.
- Reading or computer glasses: a single prescription set for close or arm’s-length work.
If you need help at more than one distance in the same pair of glasses (for example distance and reading), look at our progressive lenses or OmniLux® NAL® lenses.
Single vision lens options
- Lens material: standard, thinner and lighter high-index options are available, depending on your prescription. See eyeglass lens materials to compare.
- Blue light blocking: filters part of the blue light from screens. See blue light glasses.
- Prescription sunglasses: Transitions®, tinted or polarized lenses in your prescription.
How to order single vision lenses
- Choose a frame from our collection.
- Select Select Prescription on the product page and choose single vision.
- Enter your prescription and pupillary distance (PD). Your eye doctor can provide both.
- Choose lens material and options, then check out. Your lenses are made in our U.S. lab and fitted to your frame.
Free U.S. shipping on every order with prescription lenses.
Already have frames you love?
We can put new single vision lenses in your existing frames. See lens replacement.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between single vision and progressive lenses?
Single vision lenses correct one distance. Progressive lenses combine distance, intermediate and reading zones in one lens with no visible line.
Do I need my pupillary distance (PD)?
Yes. PD is the distance between your pupils and helps center the lenses correctly. It is often on your prescription; if it is not, ask your eye doctor.
Can I use single vision lenses for reading only?
Yes. Choose a prescription for close work. Reading glasses are normally used for reading and are not meant for driving or walking around.
Can I add a sunglass tint or blue light filter?
Yes, both are available as options when you order your lenses.