In searching for the best magnifier for the visually impaired, base your decision around your needs and the following features:
• What you will typically be viewing with the magnifier, including books with text and images, recipes or a television, computer or tablet screen.
• How much control you’ll need: A manual magnifier makes the text larger but electronic magnifiers let you adjust the size and contrast.
• How far you need to view: Aside from books, magazines, recipes and computers, some use magnifiers to better view a television or whiteboard.
• Portability: A desktop device may be sufficient for at-home use, but a portable magnifier accommodates those on the go, especially for reading restaurant menus, food labels and other documents.