Prescription Lens inserts, and why you might need them.
Overview:
Do I need the prescription lens inserts?
If you need a prescription for distance vision, the answer is Yes!
The prescription lens inserts can help...
Reduce eyestrain
Increase edge to edge clarity
Reduce glare
My prescription is pretty weak though!
The Beyond's optics are pretty sensitive to needing vision correction, especially astigmatism.
People who definitely need to buy prescription lens inserts:
Anyone who has a -prescription (SPH -0.50 to SPH -12.00)
Anyone with a +prescription (ex. SPH +2.0)
Anyone with astigmatism (CYL/AXIS)
This applies even if the SPH field is blank.
Basically, if you have SPH -0.25 in both eyes, you can skip it. Otherwise, we recommend grabbing them.
I never used lens inserts in previous VR headsets and I was fine.
The Beyond's unique optics require precision to get the best experience out of them, which is a part of why the custom face cushion is custom-tailored to you so the lenses sit in the correct position, every time. This precision also means the optics are sensitive to vision issues, more than previous VR headsets - several people have discovered the need for inserts for the first time thanks to the Beyond!
I ordered the lens inserts. When will they arrive?
Prescription lens inserts take roughly 4 weeks on average to ship. It can be a little quicker or slower as they're ordered in batches - you will not receive any notification until they are shipped, but feel free to contact us if you're concerned about the status of your order!
I have contact lenses. Should I order the inserts still?
While contact lenses can work fine, prescription lens inserts can typically provide superior correction and the best visual experience, particularly for astigmatism.
Which prescription should I use?
The Beyond targets a focal plane roughly a meter away, which is farther than close-up (reading glasses) and intermediate (i.e computer glasses) prescriptions. As such, always use your distance prescription (regular glasses) for ordering the lens inserts.
Always use your eyeglasses prescription, and NOT your contact lens prescription - they differ a little.
The Beyond targets a focal plane approximately 1 meter away. If you have a strong prescription for both close up and far away vision, a prescription measured at 1 meter may provide better results.