Top 10 Eyewear Brands

The Lectio Risus brand is represented by the Chinese optical company Wenzhou Zhentaichang, which does not even have its own website. Nevertheless, the ratings from users of her products are quite high, which made it possible to include her in this rating. So, Lectio Risus M008 is one of the most popular models due to the spectacular semi-rimless frame, high-quality materials (metal, frame - polycarbonate) and, of course, the price. Owners like that the design is flexed, which keeps it shaped longer, but they complain that the lenses have no or very weak anti-scratch coating. You should not count on a long service life of glasses, but they can be changed often.

The young Russian-Chinese company gives odds to seasoned producers in terms of the width of the assortment and the price level. For about 1.5–2 thousand rubles. the buyer can get stylish glasses with metal or plastic frames and plastic lenses. Although the materials are budget, there are at least no complaints about the quality in the network. Models are presented in most optician salons, so there are no difficulties with their choice and replacement. However, the manufacturer has a clear bias towards female and unisex models, there are more than 100 options, while purely male ones are about 20. It is also worth checking the level of correction in diopters before buying, since there are single complaints about the discrepancy.

In the age of gadgets, children's eyesight suffers the most, and the Spanish company Vesport, S.L. especially for children and teenagers has released a full range of glasses in cheerful colors. Design is not their main difference. An important advantage is the execution of the frame from a special material with a patented Siliflex composition.It is flexible, so it does not break or crumble when accidentally hit or pressed, does not cause allergies and does not pose a danger when worn by children. The design is also different - flexible earhooks allow you to fine-tune the fit, and the lenses are selected to provide a wide view and protect the child's vision from harmful radiation.

Essilor Group owns 6 brands, each of which has its own characteristics. Anti-reflective Crizal lenses are designed for the clearest vision possible. They are equipped with increased UV protection. A distinctive feature of the adaptive models of Transitions is the high speed of transition from blackout and back. Varilux is a brand of multifocal lenses that provide a smooth transition from distance vision to medium vision and then to near vision. Eyezen models will help protect your eyes from the negative impact of gadget screens, but Xperio polarized sunglasses are best suited for athletes. For close range, the company offers Essilor Anti-Fatigue lenses. They do an excellent job with visual fatigue syndrome.

Today, the Hoya name can be seen on photographic equipment, medical devices, blue-ray players, computers, televisions, and even smartphones. But the Japanese company is the undisputed leader in the market of ophthalmic products. Back in 1962, she was the first to create a lens with high UV protection, anti-reflection coating and a new design without coma aberration. Glasses with modern Hoya lenses are very thin and light, while providing high clarity and accuracy of vision. Especially famous for their durability and optical comfort, and all thanks to the special anti-reflective types of coating. True, only expensive models are praised in the reviews, economy options are criticized for the rapid appearance of scratches.

The company has an excellent reputation in the optics market, which is why such famous brands as Nike, Toms and Retrosuperfuture use its services. The collaboration with the latter launched the trend towards monofocal lenses, releasing the famous model Tuttolente W. The company produces both prescription and standard monofocal lenses. The material used is polymer or glass with refractive indices from 1.5 to 1.74 and from 1.5 to 1.9, respectively. The range of refractions is also wide: from +20.00 to -30.00 diopters. The optimization service (optional) provides for the manufacture of lenses of non-standard width. Also, at the request of the client, the optics are painted in one or several layers with a special color coating, which increases the aesthetics of the glasses without sacrificing visibility.

The world-famous watch brand has transferred its traditions to the production of optical eyewear Seiko and Starvision. Under the Starvision brand, glasses are offered from the largest optical laboratory in Germany (Lipstadt). In the Seiko product segment, they are assigned the position of "excellent quality at an affordable price."The optics of Seico itself, although much more expensive than their counterparts, are famous for materials with ultra-high refractive values ​​- 1.6, 1.67 and 1.74. In 2015, Xchanger Men's Vision Correction Sports Glasses were awarded the gold award at the prestigious Silmo industry competition. Another pride of the company - 1.67 SuperResistantCoat lenses consistently receive high marks for the best quality of multi-coating and a wide selection of tints.

The brand produces perhaps the most recognizable glasses in the world, remember at least “aviators”, “wayfires” or “clubmasters”, which are rightfully called cult. They, like other models, are not divided into male and female, because they have a universal time-tested design. For more than 80 years, the company has not changed its style - in a progressive frame, exclusively technological and high-quality lenses. All optics effectively protect the eyes from UVA / UVB rays, and also 100% cut off HEV light.Lenses are diamond ground and polished - this is a guarantee of the absence of distortion, which is especially important in eyeglasses. Also, thanks to a special chemical treatment, the glass used is 2 times stronger than that of competitors.

One of the most technologically advanced companies for over 140 years, producing lenses and frames of the highest quality. Each element of the accessory is customized by the company's developers to suit the client's needs. So, for individual selection of lenses, DNEye eye measurement technology is used - it is able to collect and process information from 7000 points and recognize the smallest details. A similar careful approach is used in the manufacture of frames. In addition to the features of the fit, the manufacturer also focuses on the selection of materials depending on the lifestyle of the client: the assortment includes not only high-quality hypoallergenic plastic, but also heavy-duty titanium or flexible Italian acetate.However, such accessories are not cheap - the simplest models cost at least 7,000 rubles.

In the 90s, the glasses of this manufacturer were the best-selling, but with the death of its founder, production stopped. Since 2011, the brand has experienced a rebirth without losing, most importantly, its individuality. The updated concept of Matsuda is a combination of old Japanese traditions, modern technology and avant-garde design. Thus, one of the most famous men's models M2031 is handcrafted in the style of mountaineering goggles, made of cellulose acetate aged for 3 months and decorated with removable genuine leather side shields. There are also glasses made of expensive materials - titanium, beryllium bronze, sterling silver, 18-carat gold, buffalo horn, etc.