Optician's Glasses V Off-The-Peg Glasses

[Marijn]

My prescription for both eyes is +2.00. Would it be worth my while spending £80, which is the cheapest glasses at my optician's, or could I just as well buy some +2.00 glasses at the chemist off-the-peg for £5.


Is there really any difference? Would it harm my eyes to buy off-the-peg glasses?


Are there any opticians out there who know, or anyone with knowledge in this subject? Thank you

[Marijn]

Thanks everyone. Yes, my Poundshop glasses do make my eyes ache when I wear them for any length of time, but I can't remember what strength they are.

[jno]

it may well say in teensy weensy print on the arms somewhere. But you can probably try some new ones on in the shop. Vision does change over time so it may be you'll need a different strength.

[Marijn]

Thank you

[jennyjoan]

spec savers cheapest are only £25 and they are prescription ones.

[Marijn]

Thanks :-)