Progressive vs Bifocal configurator
Eight questions about your eyes and budget → a specific lens category, not a prescription. About 58 seconds.
How the configurator works
Your 8 answers
Screen use, driving, current eyewear, and budget.
Rule engine
A documented, OD-reviewed decision tree — no AI.
Your recommendation
Lens category plus retailer options for your region.
What this tool helps with
Choosing between progressives and bifocals
weighted by screen hours, driving frequency, and existing eyewear.
Finding lenses for computer work
the configurator surfaces a dedicated “computer progressive” output state for screen-heavy users.
Understanding when OTC readers may be enough
sometimes a $35 pair beats a $200 prescription pair for the same use case.
Identifying situations that require an exam
any answer indicating sudden vision change triggers a hard-route overlay that suppresses recommendations and directs you to urgent care.
New to this decision? Start here.
Progressive vs Bifocal: How to Choose — a 7-minute OD-authored guide covering what each lens type does, who benefits from each, and what to discuss with your eye-care professional. Read first, then run the configurator on your specific case.
Read the full methodology for the rules behind each output state.
Answer 8 questions.
Personalized output: lens category + retailer options matched to your geographic region and budget.