A head-mounted magnifier in dark grey with an adjustable strap, shown with its carrying case and packaged accessories.

Optivisor Set

by Donegan Optical

$455.95, see price history

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Setup with instructions The visor is a complete, simple tool, but with six lens strengths and a monocular attachment, a family member can help you find the right one with a little trial and error. No professional is needed. Written instructions and a short practice session are enough to get good results. A low vision specialist can help if you're unsure which strength fits your needs.

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026

The OptiVISOR set is a head-worn magnifier that sits on your forehead and keeps both hands free for close work like reading small print, sewing, or detailed hobbies. The kit comes with six optical glass lenses, from 1.5X up to 3.5X, plus a 2.5X Optiloupe monocular attachment for a closer look at fine detail. A leather headband holds the visor, and everything packs into a custom-fitted travel case. It suits someone who needs more magnification than regular glasses give and wants to work without holding a lens. Because the lenses range so widely, you can swap them to find the strength that works best for each task.

Getting it

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Where to get it

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$455.95

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Details

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Age range
Complexity
Setup with instructions
Price
$455.95
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Out of pocket
  • Vocational rehab

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    Open the travel case and take out the visor with its leather headband.
  • With a guide
    1. Adjust the headband until the visor sits comfortably and steadily on your head.
    2. Try the lenses one at a time, starting with a lower strength like 1.5X or 2.0X, and move up until small detail is clear at a comfortable working distance.
    3. Practice with a real task such as reading or hobby work for about 20-30 minutes to find the lens that works best. Higher strengths need you to hold work closer and keep your head steady.

Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from LS&S — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked November 3, 2026.

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.

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