Varifocal Lenses
At Stirling Opticians, Kettering, we provide a range of high-quality varifocal (progressive) lenses designed for clear, comfortable vision at all distances. Whether you’re reading, working on a computer, or driving, varifocals allow you to do it all with just one pair of glasses.
Most of our clients already wear varifocal lenses and come to us for a more indepth consultation, more design options and an altogether better varifocal wearing experience.
Basic vs. Premium Varifocals
Not all varifocals are the same. The difference comes down to lens design and technology.
Basic Varifocals
Standard “one-size” design
Narrower reading and intermediate areas
More noticeable peripheral blur
Slower adaptation
Premium Varifocals
Custom-designed for your prescription, frame, and lifestyle
Wider, clearer zones for reading and computer use
Smoother transitions with minimal distortion
Quicker, more natural adaptation
Options for anti-glare, thinner lenses, or digital lifestyle upgrades
In short: premium varifocals give you the most natural and comfortable visual experience.
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Premium Varifocal Technology
Our premium Varifocals are priced in the £300 to £800 range (depending on design, options, and extras)
Customised lens design: Tailored to your prescription, frame choice, and even lifestyle (e.g., office work, driving, digital screen use).
Wider clear zones: Larger, more natural fields of vision for near, intermediate, and distance.
Minimal distortion: Reduced peripheral “swim” effect and smoother transitions.
Faster adaptation: Most wearers adjust quickly, sometimes within hours or a few days.
Optional enhancements: Digital designs, thinner lenses, anti-glare coatings, blue-light filters, or specialist occupational lenses.
Best suited for: Daily, all-day wearers who want maximum comfort, especially for work or driving.
Key Difference in Experience
Basic lenses: Work well but may feel like you have to “look for” the clear spot.
Premium lenses: Feel more natural, with vision that adapts to you—rather than you adapting to the lens.
An example a design feature found in premium varifocals for improved visual performance
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Precision measurements are crucial for varifocal performance
The success of your varifocals doesn’t just depend on the lens design — it also relies on how precisely they are fitted.
At Stirling Opticians, we use the HOYA Smart Mirror digital measuring system:
Captures how your glasses naturally sit on your face
Measures eye position, pupillary distance, frame tilt, and wrap angle with millimetre precision
Ensures the vision zones in your lenses align perfectly with your eyes
This means:
Sharper, more comfortable vision
Faster adaptation to new lenses
A lens design truly tailored to you
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Why Choose Stirling Opticians for Varifocals?
Independent, trusted opticians in Kettering
Professional advice to match lenses to your lifestyle
Advanced digital fitting with the HOYA Smart Mirror
Wide choice of premium lens designs and coatings
Personal aftercare and adjustment support
As a truly independent opticians (the only one in Kettering) we can offer the best Varifocal design to suit you from a range of suppliers such as Hoya, Essilor, Rodenstock, Zeiss, Nikon, Seiko and others.
Book Your Varifocal Consultation
If you’re ready for clearer, more comfortable vision at all distances, book an appointment for a lens consultation with our friendly varifocal experts at Stirling Opticians, Kettering.