BoaMag Lighted Flexible 2.5x-5x Magnifier-Flashlight
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Last verified September 18, 2026 · classified April 26, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · April 26, 2026
This is a flexible, snake-like magnifier that combines a 2.5x lens (with a built-in 5x spot lens for closer detail) and an LED light on one end, with a flashlight on the other end, connected by a bendable 20-inch coil. It's well-suited for someone with low vision who needs hands-free magnification for close-up tasks like reading labels, threading needles, doing crafts, or hobby work — situations where holding a magnifier isn't practical. The flexible coil wraps around objects, your neck, or stands freely on a desk, so both hands stay free while you work. It runs on 3 AAA batteries or an included AC adapter, but note that batteries are not included and the magnification level (2.5x primary) is moderate — people with significant vision loss may find it insufficient without supplementing with higher-power optics.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
- Insert 3 AAA batteries or plug in the included AC adapter.
- Bend the flexible coil into position — wrap around an object, stand it on a desk, or drape around your neck.
- Switch on the LED light and position the lens over the area you want to magnify.
Getting it
Try Before You Buy
Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Carson Optical — view on vendor site; last verified September 18, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on April 26, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.