AUG 05

1.67 Vs 1.74 High Index Lenses

High index lenses come in a few different indexes. Which ones should I get?

High Index Lenses: 1.67 Vs 1.74

High index lenses are thinner, lighter, and more appealing than standard lenses, but they come in several different indexes.

If you’re shopping for high index lenses and aren’t sure whether to go for 1.67 or 1.74, we have some information that might help you with your decision.

The main differences between these two lenses are price, thickness, weight, color options, and general appearance. People purchasing 1.67 high index lenses generally either do not have an extremely high prescription or are shopping on a budget. 1.74 high index lenses, on the other hand, are the thinnest and lightest plastic lenses currently in existence.

If you’re trying to decide between 1.67 vs 1.74 high index lenses, here are the differences:

  • 1.74 high index lenses are thinner and lighter than 1.67 high index lenses.
  • 1.67 high index lenses are much less costly compared to 1.74.
  • Though both reduce the eye distortion caused by strong prescriptions (making your eyes look bigger or smaller than they are), 1.74 high index lenses accomplish this better than 1.67 high index lenses do.
  • 1.67 high index lenses are available in more colors: both come in clear, gray tinted, and brown tinted, but only 1.67 comes in Transitions brown or gray.
  • 1.74 high index lenses are better for those looking for the thinnest lens possible; generally, people with extremely high prescriptions choose this option.
  • 1.67 high index lenses are better for those looking to save money or those who do not have extremely high prescriptions. They are also the only choice if you’re looking to get Transitions.

No matter which you choose, your high index lenses are going to be thinner, lighter, more attractive, and more scratch resistant than standard plastic lenses.

Shop High Index Glasses

If you’re shopping for high index lenses and still aren’t sure which type to get, or if you’re looking at some of your other options (1.70, 1.80, 1.90), then you should check out some of our other posts! We have information on all types of high index lenses which is sure to help you make your decision. Also, if you have any questions and would like to ask our staff, you can leave us a question in the comments and we’ll be happy to answer it. Thanks for reading, and happy shopping!

  1. Barry says:

    I have one eye with a -8.25 sph, the other eye with a -.50 sph, would I get a 1.74 in one eye and a less expensive 1.67 or lower index lense for the other eye. I wear bi-focals.

  2. Joseph Cabrera says:

    With this prescription, should I get 1.67 or 1.74 high index lenses?
    Sphere Cylinder Axis Add
    Right Eye -10.25. +0.00. 000 +2.25
    Left Eye. -9.50. +1.00 090 +2.25
    I don’t want the bifocal. I want just single vision lenses. Will the 1.67 lenses still be thick with this prescription?


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