Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

It's hard to fault this as anything other than what it is advertised as- a 'flexible' (it's in the product description) PVC magnifier lens. This means it will bend and distort if not held with both hands, or in a structured grip. It also does not have any form of lighting system, as it is intended to be an easy to store magnifier one would keep in a magazine, book, map guide, or stashed in a purse. It does just that with magnification of up to 3X (which is not a tremendous amount, but practical everyday use amount) and suitable for very fine text, or in addition to the use of corrective lenses. That is to say it will not replace your reading glasses. Hold the magnifier .5 to no more than 5" away from the surface you are trying to read, while ensuring it is flat to minimize distortion or disruption. We found that about 4" is the sweet spot for maximum magnification with total sharpness/clarity. We especially enjoyed the black border around the outer rim, which helps define the beginning and end of magnification- We have had others without borders and it becomes a pain to keep track of your reading place without the flat, defined, edge. This is a very portable, lightweight yet durable, magnifier we keep with the magazine pile. I am looking at buying another for my grandparent's who travel a lot and often have trouble consulting menus and maps while on vacation. For those wondering, this material could be trimmed to pocket or credit card/wallet sizes if desired- fairly easy- just be sure to sand or tape the edges, which can be quite sharp when cut. I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. If my review has helped you in any way, could you please click on the like button!