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Progressive Lens Designs

Progressive Lens Designs

Expand your view with expert designed progressive lenses tailored to optimize vision for your lifestyle needs.

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What are Progressive Lenses?

Progressive and bifocal lenses are different. Progressives offer a smooth transition across multiple focal points (distance, intermediate, and near) and are more commonly used, while bifocals have two distinct optical powers (distance and near).

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If you're unsure which lens type you need, please contact your eye doctor to confirm whether progressives or bifocals are right for your eyewear journey.

Essential Progressive Collection

$33.95

Premium Design

Everyday Best

Previously known as our 'Standard Progressive,' Everyday Best delivers the same top-tier, seamless vision our customers rave about and return to time and again. Enhanced by German engineering, it features wider viewing areas and sharper clarity, and is classified as Premium while maintaining its everyday value pricing.

  • Balanced vision for distance, intermediate, and near for all-day wear
  • Wide viewing areas
  • 4K optical clarity
  • Premium German engineering
Office Design

Around the Office

The go-to for clear, focused vision at work. Designed with two focal distances—room distance and near-range.

  • Optimized for room distance  (up to 13 feet) and near vision
  • Perfect for computer work, meetings, and reading
  • Tailored for office environments
  • Not suitable for driving or outdoor activities
Computer Design

At My Desk

Designed for screen tasks, this lens offers clear vision at mid-range and near distances. Ideal for long hours of computer work or reading.

  • Optimized for mid-range (up to 4 feet) and near vision
  • Perfect for computer work and reading
  • Tailored for office environments
  • Not suitable for driving or outdoor activities

Performance Progressive Collection

$53.90

Beginner's Design

Beginners

Crafted for those new to progressive lenses. With wider mid-range and reading areas, it provides a gentle introduction, easing the adaptation process for first-time wearers.

  • Balanced vision for distance, intermediate, and near for all-day wear
  • Wider mid-range and reading areas for easier adaptation
  • Designed for comfort and gradual adjustment
  • Not suitable for experienced progressive wearers
Sport Design

Sports

Optimized for distance, providing a wide field of vision perfect for active lifestyles. Ideal for sunglasses, these lenses also offer mid and near-range clarity, ensuring you can easily track your scorecard.

  • Larger distance vision area
  • Perfect for sunglasses, great for outdoor activities
  • Tailored for active lifestyles and sports performance
  • Clear vision across all ranges: distance, intermediate, and near
Drive Design

Drive

Optimized for distance and peripheral vision, perfect for navigating the road. Designed to reduce head movement, these lenses offer a wide distance view for mirrors and traffic, while also providing clear mid and near-range vision for checking navigation.

  • Larger and  wider distance vision area
  • Reduces the need for constant head movement to see mirrors
  • Includes mid & near-range for navigation
  • Clear vision across all ranges: distance, intermediate, and near
Near Enhanced Design

Near Enhanced

Ideal for those who frequently rely on near vision for tasks like reading or crafting. With clear far vision and an expanded reading area, it's perfect for experienced progressive wearers needing extra focus on close-up work.

  • Larger near vision area for prolonged reading or crafting
  • Clear vision across all ranges: distance, intermediate, and near
  • Perfect for experienced progressive lens wearers
Mobile Design

Intermediate Enhanced

Previously known as Mobile Design, these lenses are tailored for enhanced intermediate vision during tasks like computer work, using mobile devices or tablets, and other activities at mid-range distances. With a wide intermediate viewing area, these lenses ensure seamless clarity and comfort, whether you’re working at your desk or looking across a room.

  • Larger intermediate vision area for tasks like computer work, mobile device, or tablet use
  • Clear vision across all ranges: distance, intermediate, and near
  • Perfect for new or experienced progressive lens weavers

Customize your progressive lens design with a variety of options

Popular Progressive Glasses

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    Antonia Square Prescription Glasses - Two-tone/Multi Color

    Antonia Square

    $20.95

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    Dormont Round Prescription Glasses - Green

    Dormont Round

    $11.95

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    Morrow Cat Eye Prescription Glasses - Two-tone/Multi Color

    Morrow Cat Eye

    $24.95

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    Peabody Square Prescription Glasses - Leopard

    Peabody Square

    $14.95

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    Crimson Oval Prescription Glasses - Tortoise

    Crimson Oval

    $24.95

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    Katie square Prescription Glasses - Two-tone/Multi Color

    Katie square

    $11.95

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    Shasta Cat Eye Prescription Glasses - Purple

    Shasta Cat Eye

    $24.95

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    Lillian Oval Prescription Glasses - Gold

    Lillian Oval

    $11.95

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    Wexford Aviator Prescription Glasses - Rose Gold

    Wexford Aviator

    $8.95

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    Zarina Cat Eye Prescription Glasses - Green

    Zarina Cat Eye

    $28.95

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    Marcello Square Prescription Glasses - Purple

    Marcello Square

    $14.95

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    Olympia Square Prescription Glasses - Clear

    Olympia Square

    $8.95

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    Payton Rectangle Prescription Glasses - Gray

    Payton Rectangle

    $18.95

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    Hansen Round Prescription Glasses - Tortoise

    Hansen Round

    $20.95

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    Ruiz Browline Prescription Glasses - Black

    Ruiz Browline

    $22.95

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    Kumar Rectangle Prescription Glasses - Black

    Kumar Rectangle

    $22.95

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    Patrick Rectangle Prescription Glasses - Blue

    Patrick Rectangle

    $8.95

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    Levin Browline Prescription Glasses - Tortoise

    Levin Browline

    $20.95

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    Maple Oversized Round Prescription Glasses - Black

    Maple Oversized Round

    $8.95

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    Felton Aviator Prescription Glasses - Green

    Felton Aviator

    $24.95

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    Emrys Square Prescription Glasses - Black

    Emrys Square

    $28.95

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    Eclipse Rectangle Prescription Glasses - Gray

    Eclipse Rectangle

    $5.95

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    Sylvain Square Prescription Glasses - Leopard

    Sylvain Square

    $18.95

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    Vera Round Prescription Glasses - Striped

    Vera Round

    $31.95

How to Order Progressive Glasses

  • 1. Find a pair of frames that you like

  • 2. Enter your prescription

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  • 3. Select lens type

    Select Distance & Near
  • 4. Select design

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FAQ

  • What are Progressive Lenses, and how do I know if they are for me?

    If your glasses prescription includes an 'ADD' field, you've been prescribed a multifocal lens by your eye doctor. There are two types of multifocal lenses: Progressives and Bifocals.

    Progressive lenses offer a smooth transition across multiple focal points—distance, intermediate, and near—without visible lines. This makes them ideal for individuals who need vision correction for all distances. Progressives provide a more natural experience, eliminating the abrupt changes between viewing areas that bifocal lenses have.

    Progressives are commonly worn by those with presbyopia or anyone who needs correction across a range of distances. If you're unsure whether progressives are right for you, please contact your eye doctor to confirm.

  • How do Progressive Lenses work?

    Progressive lenses have multiple powers within the lens, allowing for a smooth transition from distance vision at the top to intermediate in the middle and near vision at the bottom. This design helps you see clearly at all distances without the need for visible lines or switching glasses.
  • What is the difference between the Essential and Performance Progressive Collections?

    The Essential Progressive Collection focuses on providing reliable, everyday vision solutions for the most typical use cases. The Performance Progressive Collection, on the other hand, is designed for more specialized needs. These lenses are optimized for specific activities such as driving, sports, or extended mobile device use. They offer enhanced features tailored to active or task-specific lifestyles, delivering performance-driven vision solutions.
  • What are the limitations of Progressives?

    While progressives offer a smooth transition between near, intermediate, and distance vision, some people may initially find it challenging to adapt to the progressive zones. Additionally, the narrower intermediate or reading areas in some designs can be a limitation for tasks requiring prolonged close-up focus, such as computer work or detailed crafting. This is why Payne offers multiple design options to address different use cases, and with our pricing, you are not limited to a single pair.
  • Is the Everyday Best Progressive a premium or standard design?

    At Payne, we are committed to offering top-tier glasses at exceptional value. The Everyday Best Progressive lens exemplifies this commitment. We’ve upgraded our core standard design with cutting-edge digital enhancements that expand viewing areas by up to 40% and boost clarity to 4K resolution. If you're accustomed to our Standard Progressive from previous orders, rest assured that the foundational design hasn't changed—it's simply been optimized for a better experience. These enhancements elevate the lens to a Premium Progressive Design, certified by our German manufacturer. Unlike many competitors who charge extra for these optimizations, we’ve maintained our everyday pricing.
  • Does Payne still offer the Standard Progressive I purchased in the past?

    Yes, we’ve kept the foundational design of our Standard Progressive unchanged. However, we've enhanced it with advanced digital upgrades that expand viewing areas by up to 40% and increase clarity to 4K resolution. While the core design remains familiar, these optimizations now qualify the lens as a Premium Progressive Design, certified by our German manufacturer. You’ll enjoy the same comfort and functionality but with improved performance—at no extra cost, as we've maintained our everyday pricing.
  • Does Payne offer a Premium Progressive lens option?

    Yes! At Payne, our Everyday Best Progressive lens is classified as a Premium Progressive Design. We've enhanced our standard lens with digital upgrades that provide up to 40% wider viewing areas and 4K resolution for sharper clarity. Certified by our German manufacturing partner, this lens delivers premium performance without an upgrade fee— offering you the best value and advanced technology at our everyday price.
  • What Progressive Lens is best for everyday general wear?

    For everyday wear, our Everyday Best Progressive lens is the top choice. It’s designed to provide seamless clarity across all distances—near, mid-range, and far—making it ideal for daily activities. With newly added digital upgrades, this lens offers up to 40% wider viewing areas and enhanced 4K clarity, ensuring both comfort and performance throughout the day. For those new to progressive lenses, we also offer the Beginners Progressive lens, which provides a smoother adaptation experience with wider mid-range and near vision areas, making it a great option for first-time wearers.
  • What lens options are available with Progressive Lens designs?

    We offer a comprehensive range of functional lens options, including Transitions, Blue Light Protection, and various lens materials to meet the majority of prescription needs. Our progressive lenses provide extensive customization with most lens add-ons available.
  • What is the Around the Office lens designed for?

    Around the Office is designed specifically for office environments. It offers clear vision for near and mid-range tasks, such as computer work and meetings, but does not provide distance vision for far-off tasks.
  • Can I wear Around the Office lenses for driving?

    No, Around the Office lenses are not suitable for driving or outdoor activities. They are optimized for near and mid-range vision, such as screen use and meeting rooms, and lack distance correction for driving.
  • How does Around the Office differ from regular progressives?

    Unlike regular progressive lenses, which provide vision across all distances, Around the Office is tailored specifically for near and mid-range tasks. This makes it ideal for office work but not for activities requiring distance vision, such as driving.
  • Who should consider Around the Office lenses?

    Around the Office is perfect for individuals who spend extended periods on computers or in meetings and need clear vision at near and mid-range distances. If you work in an office environment, Around the Office lenses can help reduce eye strain and improve visual clarity for your tasks.
  • What is the At My Desk lens designed for?

    At My Desk is designed specifically for tasks at your desk. It provides clear, comfortable vision for near and intermediate distances, such as reading, writing, and using a computer, but does not offer correction for far-off vision.
  • Can I wear At My Desk lenses for driving?

    No, At My Desk lenses are not suitable for driving. They are optimized for near and intermediate tasks, focusing on desk work and close-range activities, without offering distance vision for driving.
  • How does At My Desk differ from regular progressives?

    At My Desk lenses are specialized for near and intermediate vision, perfect for desk tasks like reading or computer work. Regular progressives provide a full range of vision across near, intermediate, and distance, while At My Desk is focused on office and desk work.
  • Who should consider At My Desk lenses?

    At My Desk is ideal for individuals who spend long hours at their desks or workstations, focusing on near and intermediate tasks. It’s perfect for reducing eye strain during desk work and offers clear vision where it’s needed most.
  • What is the Beginners Progressive lens?

    The Beginners Progressive lens is specifically designed for those new to progressive lenses. It features wider mid-range and near vision areas, making it easier to adapt to and perfect for first-time wearers
  • How is the Beginners Progressive different from other progressives?

    Beginners Progressive lenses are crafted to ease the adaptation process. They offer slightly reduced reading power and wider mid-range and near vision areas to help first-time wearers transition smoothly to progressive lenses.
  • Who should choose the Beginners Progressive lens?

    If you’re new to wearing progressive lenses and are concerned about the adaptation process, the Beginners Progressive lens is the ideal choice. It’s designed to make the transition comfortable and easy.
  • Can I wear the Beginners Progressive lens for everyday activities?

    Yes! The Beginners Progressive lens is suitable for everyday wear, offering clear vision at all distances—near, mid-range, and far. It’s designed to ensure a smooth transition to more advanced progressive lenses.
  • Are Beginners Progressive lenses suitable for experienced progressive wearers?

    Beginners Progressive lenses are not recommended for experienced progressive wearers. They are specifically designed to help new wearers adapt to progressive lenses with a gentler transition. For experienced wearers, we suggest choosing more advanced options like our Everyday Best Progressive for optimal performance across all distances.
  • What is the Sports Progressive lens designed for?

    The Sports Progressive lens is optimized for active lifestyles, providing wide-distance vision perfect for outdoor activities and sports. It also offers mid and near vision for tasks like reading your phone or checking a scorecard.
  • Can I wear Sports Progressive lenses for everyday use?

    While the Sports Progressive lens is optimized for outdoor activities and distance vision, it can still be used for general tasks. If you prefer a distance-optimized progressive or don’t rely heavily on mid-range and near vision, you may find this design suitable for everyday wear. However, for more balanced vision needs, our Everyday Best Progressive might be a better fit.
  • Are Sports Progressive lenses good for sunglasses?

    Yes, Sports Progressive lenses are great for sunglasses! Their distance-optimized design ensures clear vision outdoors, making them ideal for sports, driving, or any outdoor activity.
  • Who should consider the Sports Progressive lens?

    The Sports Progressive lens is ideal for those with an active lifestyle or who spend a lot of time outdoors. It provides clear, wide-distance vision, perfect for sports, outdoor activities, and any situation where distance vision is essential. If you prefer a distance-optimized lens and don’t rely heavily on mid-range or near vision, this design may also suit your everyday needs.
  • What is the Drive Progressive lens designed for?

    The Drive Progressive lens is specifically designed for driving, offering wide-distance vision for the road and clear intermediate vision for viewing navigation systems and dashboards.
  • Can I wear Drive Progressive lenses for everyday use?

    Yes, the Drive Progressive lens can be worn for everyday activities, but it’s optimized for driving. It provides clear distance vision, perfect for seeing the road and mirrors, along with intermediate vision for navigation. For tasks requiring more near vision, the Everyday Best design might be preferable.
  • Who should consider the Drive Progressive lens?

    Anyone who spends a lot of time driving will benefit from the Drive Progressive lens. It reduces the need to shift your head while driving and provides excellent distance vision for the road, mirrors, and navigation systems.
  • What makes Drive Progressive lenses different from regular progressives?

    Drive Progressive lenses are optimized for wide-distance and intermediate vision, tailored for driving. Regular progressives offer a more balanced vision across all distances, while the Drive lens focuses on making driving tasks easier and safer.
  • What is the Near Enhanced lens designed for?

    The Near Enhanced lens is designed for experienced progressive wearers who need enhanced near vision. It offers clear far vision and an expanded reading area, making it ideal for prolonged reading, crafting, or other close-up tasks.
  • Can I wear Near Enhanced lenses for everyday use?

    Yes, Near Enhanced lenses can be worn for everyday use, especially if you frequently rely on near vision. The lens is optimized for those who perform detailed close-up tasks, while still offering clear far vision.
  • Who should consider the Near Enhanced lens?

    If you spend a lot of time on close-up tasks like reading or crafting and need enhanced near vision, the Near Enhanced lens is a great choice. It’s designed for experienced progressive wearers who need extra near vision support without sacrificing distance clarity, but it's not ideal for those who require strong intermediate vision.
  • What makes Near Enhanced lenses different from other progressives?

    Near Enhanced lenses offer a larger reading area compared to other progressives, providing clearer and more comfortable near vision. This makes them ideal for tasks that require detailed focus while maintaining clear distance vision. However, the reduced intermediate vision makes them less suitable for people who need a balanced view for tasks like using devices.
  • What is the Intermediate Enhanced lens designed for?

    Intermediate Enhanced lenses are tailored for tasks like computer work, using mobile devices or tablets, and other activities at mid-range distances. With a wide intermediate viewing area, these lenses ensure seamless clarity and comfort whether you’re working at your desk or looking across a room.
  • Can I wear Intermediate Enhanced lenses for everyday use?

    Yes, Intermediate Enhanced lenses are designed for both intermediate, near and distance vision, making them suitable for everyday wear. They are particularly beneficial for those who do a lot of mid-range tasks like working on computers or using mobile devices. For a more balanced design across near, mid, and far distances, the Everyday Best lens may be a better fit.
  • Who should consider Intermediate Enhanced lenses?

    If you frequently engage in tasks like computer work or use mobile devices and need enhanced intermediate vision, Intermediate Enhanced lenses are a great choice. They provide clear vision across all ranges—distance, intermediate, and near—making them ideal for both new and experienced progressive lens wearers.
  • How do Intermediate Enhanced lenses differ from regular progressives?

    Intermediate Enhanced lenses are optimized with a larger intermediate vision area, making them perfect for mid-range tasks like computer work or using mobile devices. Regular progressives offer a more general balance across all distances, while Intermediate Enhanced lenses focus on providing superior comfort and clarity for intermediate and distance tasks.
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