Prescription glasses
The best prescription glasses for university students
University student? Discover the best prescription glasses with blue filter, comfort and style for under €200.
What are the best prescription glasses for university students?
Between hours spent on books, screens on late, and lessons in class or online, university students have specific visual needs. The ideal glasses must offer prolonged comfort, protection from blue light, lightness, and style.
The visual needs of students
A student needs glasses that:
- Protect against blue light from tablets and PCs
- Are lightweight for continuous use
- Withstand shocks and daily use
- Have a versatile design, suitable for classes, exams, outings
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The recommended lenses for intensive studying
| Type of lens | Benefits for studying |
|---|---|
| 🔵 Blue light filter | Protects eyes from screens and visual fatigue |
| 🔬 Anti-reflective | Improves clarity on paper and screen |
| 🔄 Photochromic | Great for studying in mixed environments (indoor/outdoor) |
| 👓 Thin lenses | Avoid thickness and weight, especially with high prescriptions |
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The best models for students (under €150-200)
🔹 Ray-Ban RX5228
- ✔ Comfortable, durable, timeless.
- ✔ Perfect for students of any faculty.
- 💶 Price: ~€130
🔹 Polaroid PLD D820
- ✔ Lightweight, made of TR90, great for long hours of use.
- ✔ Affordable, but reliable.
- 💶 Price: ~€75
🔹 Vogue VO4088
- ✔ Simple yet elegant. Ideal for presentations or theses.
- ✔ Great aesthetic/functionality ratio.
- 💶 Price: ~€110
🔹 Guess GU2824
- ✔ Modern look, neutral or youthful colors.
- ✔ Ideal for those seeking an urban and fashionable pair of glasses.
- 💶 Price: ~€95
🔹 Web Eyewear WE5279
- ✔ Subtle design but with character.
- ✔ Good adaptability to different faces.
- 💶 Price: ~€100
Style and practicality: final tips for students
- 🎓 Choose a model that easily matches your everyday outfits
- 🎒 Always carry a hard case in your backpack to avoid damage
- 💡 If you study a lot in the evening, choose lenses with anti-reflective + blue light treatment
- 🧑🏫 For those who frequently change looks, unisex and minimal models are perfect
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FAQ – Frequently asked questions
- ❓ Are there specific glasses for those who study a lot?
Yes. Glasses with a blue filter and anti-reflective help prevent visual fatigue. - ❓ Is acetate or metal better for students?
Acetate is more durable and lightweight: great for everyday use. Metal is more elegant, but often more delicate. - ❓ Can I mount prescription lenses with a blue filter in any frame?
Yes, all listed frames are compatible with customized lenses. - ❓ Are low-cost glasses worth it for university?
Yes, if purchased from certified optical shops. But it is important that they at least have an anti-reflective treatment.
