Why Custom Prescription Readers Beat Drugstore “Cheaters” Every Time

It’s tempting to grab a cheap pair of reading glasses from the drugstore when small print starts to blur—but are those “cheaters” really helping your eyes, or just getting you by?

Here at UseMyFrame.com, we make custom prescription readers for a reason: they’re tailored to your eyes, your needs, and your long-term visual health. Here’s why they’re a better investment than one-size-fits-all magnifiers.

🧠 1. Custom Readers Match Your Unique Prescription

Over-the-counter readers (aka “cheaters”) come in set powers—like +1.25 or +2.50—but they’re the same strength in both eyes. Most people don’t have perfectly equal vision, which means:

• One eye might be overcorrected or under-corrected

• You may still experience eye strain, headaches, or blurry vision

• You’re forcing your eyes to work harder than they need to

A custom pair is made from your actual prescription, including differences in power between your eyes, astigmatism correction (if needed), and even your preferred reading distance.

👓 2. Your Lenses, Your Way

With prescription readers, you can choose:

• Lens materials (lighter, thinner, impact-resistant)

• Coatings like anti-glare, blue light protection, and scratch resistance

• Reading zones tailored for close-up work, digital screens, or music stands

Over-the-counter readers? You get what’s on the rack.

👀 3. Better Comfort = Better Habits

People often complain that “cheaters” feel weird, don’t line up with their eyes, or give them headaches. That’s because they’re not made for you. When you have properly made prescription readers, you’ll likely:

• Wear them more consistently

• Experience less fatigue

• Get more done without struggling to focus

💥 4. More Durable Than Drugstore Frames

Most cheaters are mass-produced with lower-quality materials, meaning they’re more likely to bend, break, or scratch. Our custom readers are made in-house with high-quality lenses and better frame options—including ones you can reuse or send in from home.

🧰 5. A Real Solution, Not a Quick Fix

Think of custom prescription readers like a tool—built just for your eyes. “Cheaters” might be okay in a pinch, but they’re a temporary workaround, not a real fix. If you’re reading every day, working on a computer, or doing close-up tasks regularly, your vision deserves the real thing.

📍 Ready to Ditch the Guesswork?

UseMyFrame.com makes it easy to get prescription readers made just for you—whether you visit us in person or send in a frame you already love. We even offer quick in-store eye exams if it’s been a while since your last check.

💡 See better, feel better, work better. Custom readers make all the difference.