Where can I buy +0.5 strength over-the-counter reading glasses?

Question

I've checked CVS and have called all the major optometrists around here, like Pearle Vision, Hour Eyes, LensCrafters, etc., and the lowest strength they have is +1.00. My next question is, if I can't buy mine over the counter, where is the most reasonably-priced place to buy prescription glasses? There are various promotions, some places have a complete pair for $99...but does anyone knwo of a better deal than that? I hate that I have to get an expensive Rx pair just b/c my strength is not common. Thanks!

Answer 1

Unfortunately OTC's are startin gat the +1.00 and then go from there. You would have to have them make them for you. Sorry!

Answer 2

Pre-made readers start at +1.00. You will have to have a prescription and have them made at an optical center.

Answer 3

You can purchase them online.  Here is one from Ebay.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Computer-Eyewear-Gla...

You may also want to try various eyeglass places online for them as well.

Answer 4

I don't know who has the lowest price on prescription glasses since my insurance pays for mine. About your strength not being common, mine must not be. Once I was farsighted, no problem seeing far off or reading with the same pair. Now I'm nearsighted, I can have a pair made for seeing far off, or seeing close up (for reading, ect.), and can't get bofocals. Don't know why. I hate the idea of switching back & forth. Have you tried looking in Wal-Mart ? Someone could have the approximate strength you need.

Hope this helps.