Magnifying Glasses

Shop across a range of Magnifying Glasses for Reading

Magnifying glasses are the perfect solution to enable the elderly or the visually impaired to read small text or have a closer look at things. 

They are lightweight and some can conveniently fit inside a pocket or a handbag to take with you on the move. There are different styles of magnifying glass, some hang around your neck and balance on your chest for hands-free magnification while others clamp to a table or are a magnifying glass with light to aid with reading. Navigate below to find the best reading magnifier for you.

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  • Round LED Light Magnifying Glass 300

    Round LED Light Magnifying Glass

    £15
    • Lens diameter: 70mm
    • Magnification strength: x4
    • 300g
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  • Hands-free 2x Magnifier on Stand 300

    Hands-free 2x Magnifier on Stand

    £18
    • Lens size: 250 x 180mm
    • Magnification strength: x2
    • Clamping device
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  • Hands-Free Magnifying Glass with Light 300

    Hands-Free Magnifying Glass with Light

    £13
    • Lens diameter: 125mm
    • Magnification strength: x2
    • Weight: 240g
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  • Pocket Magnifying Glass 300

    Pocket Magnifying Glass

    £4
    • Lens diameter: 50mm
    • Magnification strength: x6
    • Weight: 53g
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  • Magnifying Glass

    £6
    • Size: 140 x 70 x 14mm
    • Magnification strength: x5
    • Weight: 35g
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Types of Magnifying Glass

Standard Magnifying Glass

Standard magnifying glasses are the most common styles and feature a lightweight frame and easy-to-grip handle.

Pocket Magnifying Glasses

Pocket magnifying glasses are compact, lightweight and portable. They feature a protective case with a fabric interior which keeps the glass from breaking or getting scratched.

Hands-Free Magnifying Glass

Hands-free magnifying glasses are great for using whilst carrying on with reading or doing a hobby and they come in slightly different styles. There are magnifiers which are mounted on a weighted stand which clamps to tables or desks and can be repositioned to your preferred angle and height. There are also hands-free magnifiers which hang around your neck and balance on your chest.

Magnifying Glasses with Lights

LED light magnifying glasses feature long-lasting illumination with a simple switch on the handle which allows you to control the level of light shone from the glass.

FAQs on Magnifying Glasses for the elderly

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