Customer Reviews for Staples - 2x Handheld Magnifier - Clear
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Poor quality
on April 24, 2019
Posted by: D.A.
I had purchased a similar product several years ago and thought this would be the same. The previous version had an excellent lens and the heft and usability was just right. Unfortunately the quality has dropped significantly and the product was returned. While it looked similar to the earlier version the lens was wavy and it was unusable. I suggest you find a new manufacturer.
MY WIFE HAS IT WITH HER ALL THE TIME . MANY PEOPLE SEE HER USING IT WHEN SHOPPING OR IN THE HOSPITAL. SHE RECOMMENDS IT HIGHLY. SHE WOULD NEVER BE WITHOUT IT BECAUSE IT HELPS HER MORE THAN HER PRESCRIPTION EYE GLASSES. MANY PEOPLE ASK HER WHERE THEY CAN PURCHASE THIS HANDHELD MAGNIFIER FOR THEMSELVES. SHE IS VERY HAPPY TO SEND THEM TO STAPLES.
When received the entire lens on one side had white packaging tape on it where the back side of the package window is opened which left a thick adhesive residue. We attempted all manner of remedies to get the residue off but nothing worked. Subsequently the magnifier is utterly useless as all you can see is a cloud. Also as the item is plastic and not glass it can't be removed using a razor either as it will only scratch up the lens. Do not order it online as there is no way to make sure the lens isn't damaged or poorly shipped by Staples.
High quality and works well. The smaller window should be larger What is needed is over the counter eye glasses are 3.25. We need a magnifier beyond 3.5 in order to read news print and pill bottles.
Works like a charm. No I can read the fine print on the paperwork and the tiny print in the phone book. Good size. Easy to hold. Great magnification. I recommend it.
My almost 96 year old mother waned Magnifying glasses. My goal when I entered the store was to purchase three. I had to ask where they were. The gal accompanied me to the correct area. I was disappointed only one was hanging on shelf. The gal said she'd overnight me two more with no additional charge. Amazing!!! They weight almost nothing very easy for my mom to handle. She is thrilled & so am I.