Bifocal lenses are engineered for reliable dual-prescription correction, featuring a distinct, dedicated lower segment for reading and a clear upper zone for distance, offering maximum mid-range angle sharpness with zero intermediate distortion. There are several types of bifocal lenses available at Optica Rwanda, all fitted by our qualified optometrists in-store. Book a free eye test at your nearest Optica Rwanda branch.
Bifocal lenses feature two distinct prescriptions within a single lens. The main upper portion of the lens corrects your distance vision (like driving or watching TV), while a visible, shaped segment at the bottom provides dedicated magnification for close-up tasks like reading or looking at your phone.
Unlike progressive lenses, bifocal glasses lenses have a clearly visible dividing line between the distance and near zones - there is no gradual transition. Progressives offer a seamless transition across multiple distances with no visible line, while bifocals provide a distinct, immediate switch between two prescriptions. Both are available at Optica Rwanda - ask our optometrists which suits your prescription and lifestyle at any Optica Rwanda branch.
Yes. Optica Rwanda offers bifocal lenses with a range of coatings and treatments - including anti-reflective, scratch-resistant, UV protection, and photochromic options that darken in sunlight. You can also combine bifocal correction with blue light blocking for screen use. Ask at any Optica Rwanda branch about available add-ons for your bifocal glasses lenses.
Traditional dual-distance precision, supported with modern lifestyle coatings.
The standard prescription lens is built from ultra-lightweight, impact-resistant materials. It offers an exceptionally sharp and crisp bifocal reading area at the bottom and crisp distance viewing at the top.
Scratch Resistant
This is our standard bifocal and adds an antiglare shield. This lens dramatically diminishes distracting reflections across both the upper distance and lower reading zone.
Scratch Resistant
Anti-Reflective
The ultimate indoors-to-outdoors shortcut. Your everyday reading and distance glasses instantly transform into UV-blocking prescription sunglasses when you step outside.
Light-Adaptive / UV400 Protection
Scratch Resistant
The universal upgrade available for classic bifocal wearers. This combines cutting-edge US lens manufacturing and an anti-glare shield into a high-performance dual-zone bifocal lens.
Anti-Reflective
Scratch Resistant
Light-Adaptive / UV400 Protection
A side-by-side look at our lens coatings.
| Feature | Scratch Resistant | Light Adaptive | UV400 Protection | Anti-Reflective |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Clear Lens | ||||
| Clear Anti-Reflective Lens | ||||
| Photochromic Lens | ||||
| All in One Lens (Photochromic + Antiglare) |
Follow this guide to get your lenses quickly and easily
We've got glasses for women, men and kids, whether you're looking for a classic look or something more modern, we have the perfect frame for you.
Ready for the next step? Click the 'Book Eye Test' button at the top of the page to schedule a convenient time at your nearest branch, ensuring our specialists are ready for you.
Bring your favorite styles (or an existing prescription) to our store. Our resident opticians will verify your prescription, and you can try on frames in person to find the perfect fit, weight, and look for your face shape.
Once you've selected your frames and lenses, our team will custom-craft your glasses. We will notify you as soon as they are ready for pickup, where we'll do a final adjustment to make sure they sit perfectly.
Explore options tailored for screen time, outdoor light, or essential everyday clarity.
Clear answers to your most common questions
No. A single-vision lens is manufactured with just one consistent prescription power from corner to corner. If your eyes require distinct help for both reading and driving at the same time, you'll want to look at our progressive lenses page to see how multifocal zones function smoothly without lines. Optica Rwanda optometrists in Kigali can help determine which option fits your prescription.
Structurally, they are both single-vision lenses because they correct a single field of view. However, reading glasses are optimized exclusively for close-up tasks (approx. 40cm away), while distance glasses are calibrated to bring far objects (like road signs) into sharp focus. Book a free eye test at any Optica Rwanda branch to find out which you need.
Standard clear lenses let digital glare bypass the eye completely. Our blue block upgrade actively targets and traps high-energy blue-violet light waves before they cause eye strain, digital headaches, or disrupt your evening sleep cycle. Available as an add-on to single vision lenses at Optica Rwanda.
Absolutely. If you want a single pair of glasses for both the office and the outdoors, you can opt for our photochromic or hybrid upgrades. They keep your eyes completely shielded from computers indoors, and instantly shift into sunglasses outdoors - available at Optica Rwanda branches in Kigali.
Optica Rwanda spectacles with single vision lenses start from RWF 21,900 (frame + lens), and eye tests are free after a one-time RWF 3,000 registration fee - after which eye tests are free for life at any Optica Rwanda branch.
Most people adapt to new single vision lenses within a few days as their eyes get used to the updated prescription. If discomfort, blurriness, or headaches persist beyond a week, visit your nearest Optica Rwanda branch in Kigali for a free follow-up check and adjustment
