1.61 High-Index（MR-8）
The everyday pick most kids need — school, play, daily wear. Clearest, toughest, best value.
Up to ±6.00 | CYL to ±2.00
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We choose genuine MR™ high-index lenses with a high Abbe value of 41 — helping kids enjoy clearer, more comfortable vision every day.
| Lens Option | Best for | Prescription range | Key spec |
|---|---|---|---|
1.61 High-Index（MR-8） |
The everyday pick most kids need — school, play, daily wear. Clearest, toughest, best value. | Up to ±6.00 CYL to ±2.00 |
Standard thin, impact-resistant |
1.61 High-Index + Blue Light（MR-8） |
Same everyday lens, plus blue-light filtering for kids on screens a lot. | Up to ±6.00 CYL to ±2.00 |
Standard thin + blue-light |
1.67 High-Index（MR-10） |
Stronger prescriptions that would otherwise look thick — keeps lenses slim. | Up to ±8.00 CYL to ±4.00 |
30% thinner |
1.67 High-Index + Blue Light（MR-10） |
Same slim 1.67 lens, plus blue-light filtering for heavy screen users. | Up to ±8.00 CYL to ±4.00 |
30% thinner + blue-light |
1.74 High-Index（MR-174） |
The strongest prescriptions — our thinnest lens keeps very high powers from looking thick. | -2.00 to -12.00 CYL to ±6.00 |
Thinnest available |
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1.61 High-Index + Blue Light（MR-8）
Same everyday lens, plus blue-light filtering for kids on screens a lot.
Up to ±6.00 | CYL to ±2.00
1.67 High-Index（MR-10）
Stronger prescriptions that would otherwise look thick — keeps lenses slim.
Up to ±8.00 | CYL to ±4.00
1.67 High-Index + Blue Light（MR-10）
Same slim 1.67 lens, plus blue-light filtering for heavy screen users.
Up to ±8.00 | CYL to ±4.00
1.74 High-Index（MR-174）
The strongest prescriptions — our thinnest lens keeps very high powers from looking thick.
-2.00 to -12.00 | CYL to ±6.00
Thinner isn't always better. 1.61 is the sweet spot of clarity, toughness, and value.
Don't worry — it looks more confusing than it is! Here's the quick decoder:
OD means right eye, OS means left eye. SPH (sphere) corrects nearsightedness (minus numbers) or farsightedness (plus numbers). CYL (cylinder) and AXIS correct astigmatism — if your child has it, both numbers will appear together.
Some prescriptions also include ADD (for reading power) or prism (for eye alignment). Most kids won't have these, but if yours does, just enter them exactly as written.
The most important thing: make sure your prescription is current (less than 1 year old) and comes from a licensed eye care professional. If anything looks unclear, snap a photo and send it to hi@eyebuddykids.com — we'll help you figure it out before you order.
PD stands for pupillary distance — the space between your child's pupils, measured in millimeters. It tells us exactly where to place the optical center of each lens so your child sees clearly and comfortably.
Some eye doctors include PD on the prescription, but many don't, especially for kids. If yours didn't, no problem! You have two easy options:
Option 1: Use our PD Buddy tool. It's a camera-based measurement right on our site. Just have your child sit still, look straight ahead, and follow the on-screen guide. It takes about 30 seconds.
Option 2: Call your eye doctor's office and ask. They usually have it on file even if they didn't print it.
Typical kids' PD ranges from about 43mm to 58mm depending on age. If you're unsure whether your measurement looks right, reach out to us — we double-check every order before it goes to the lab.
Size is the #1 reason online glasses don't work out — so we've made it really hard to get wrong.
Every EyeBuddy frame is organized into age groups based on lens width, the most reliable indicator of fit:
Ages 1-4: 40-44mm
Ages 5-8: 44-48mm
Ages 9-12: 48-52mm
Ages 13+: 50-54mm
The fastest way to check: look at your child's current glasses. There's usually a set of numbers printed on the inside of the temple arm. The first number is the lens width. Match that to our age groups and you're golden.
No current pair to measure? Use our Fit Guide — it walks you through finding the right size using age, face shape, and a quick reference photo. And remember, every order comes with our Perfect Fit Guarantee. If the size isn't right, we'll swap it free.
Short answer: yes. Long answer: we built every frame and lens choice around the reality that kids are basically tiny stunt performers.
All our lenses are impact-resistant high-index lenses — thin, light, and engineered to hold up to active kids. They meet FDA impact-resistance standards and are CPSIA-compliant for children's products.
For frames, our FlexBuddies line features 180-degree flexible hinges that bend without breaking. Our FeatherLite frames are ultra-lightweight so kids barely notice they're wearing them. And our SportBuddies are designed specifically for active play with wraparound protection and secure fit.
That said, glasses aren't indestructible. Here are Buddy's tips for making them last: always store them in their case when not being worn, clean with the included microfiber cloth, and hold with both hands when putting them on and taking them off.
If something does break during normal use, contact us. We'll work with you to get your child back in action as quickly as possible.
Easy — every EyeBuddy pair comes with the same premium lens, so there's no confusing menu to sort through: genuine high-index lenses, chosen because they're the best fit for kids.
Slim & lightweight: High-index lenses are noticeably thinner and lighter than standard lenses, so they sit comfortably on small faces and look great — even with stronger prescriptions.
Impact-resistant & safe: Built to keep up with everything from snack time to the playground, and made to meet FDA impact-resistance standards for children's eyewear.
Scratch-resistant coating and 100% UV protection come standard on every pair.
Want to add more? On top of your high-index lenses you can add Blue Light filtering for screen time, or Transitions lenses that darken outdoors and go clear inside.
One great lens, made for how kids actually live. Still have questions? Email hi@eyebuddykids.com and we'll help you dial it in.
Kids' eyes change fast, and many vision problems show zero obvious symptoms. The American Optometric Association recommends this schedule:
First exam at 6 to 12 months old. A second exam at age 3. Another before starting school, age 5-6. Then every year after that through age 18.
Signs to watch for between checkups: sitting too close to screens or books, frequent squinting or head tilting, complaints of headaches or tired eyes, losing their place while reading, or one eye drifting inward or outward.
If your child already wears glasses, annual exams are especially important because their prescription can shift as they grow. A prescription older than one year may no longer be accurate — and we want every pair of EyeBuddies to give them their sharpest vision possible.
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