Essilor Technology in Costco’s Kirkland Signature Progressive Lenses

Cheaper yet, the Kirkland Signature progressive lenses from Costco make a fine choice. Used by Costco for years, these lenses incorporate top-tier Essilor technology, specifically Varilux designs. These lenses excel in providing clear vision across all distances—near, intermediate, and far, and offer enhanced comfort and customization options.

Enhanced Vision and Clarity

The lenses are designed with advanced technology to minimize distortion, providing a clear visual experience in all focal ranges. Whether you are reading a book, working on the computer, or driving, these lenses ensure that you have sharp and precise vision in each scenario. This feature alone makes them stand out in the industry, catering to diverse visual needs.

Comfort and Durability

Especially designed with comfort in mind, the lenses from Costco’s Kirkland Signature reduce eye strain and enhance comfort, even during prolonged use. For individuals who frequently switch between different focal lengths, such as business professionals, these lenses offer unparalleled relief and comfort. The advanced technology aims to provide a seamless visual experience, so you don’t have to sacrifice comfort for clear vision.

Customization and Flexibility

CustomeFit lenses at Kirkland Signature can be customized to individual prescriptions and preferences, ensuring a more personalized visual experience. This means that anyone can find a pair of lenses that not only fit their eyes but also align with their specific needs. Whether you need a stronger or weaker prescription, or a more customized visual experience, Kirkland Signature progressive lenses offer the flexibility to cater to individual needs.

Accolade Freedom and Accolade Freedom 3.0 HD

Costco has used Essiler technology and lens designs for a long time. The Accolade Freedom and Accolade Freedom 3.0 HD are notable examples. These lenses, while branded as Accolade, are in fact designed by Essiler. More recently, Kirkland Signature HD Progressive Lenses have been popularly sold under Costco. Although it hasn’t been officially confirmed, these lenses are likely based on Essiler technology, as evidenced by Costco’s previous relationship with Essiler.

Branded vs. Non-Branded Essiler Lenses

While Kirkland Signature lenses are essentially Essiler technology, they are not sold as such. This is because Essiler is the parent company of Varilux, the flagship brand of Essiler progressive addition lens products. Varilux lenses are often reserved for high-end, premium products, and are rarely found in big box or discount optical outlets. However, other Essiler designs, though not Varilux, are commonly found in these retailers. This rebranding is common and does not diminish the quality of the lenses.

Manufacturing Methods and Lens Material

Almost all Essiler progressive lenses are now digitally surfaced, a manufacturing method that simply refers to the way the lenses are produced. What is important are the computer algorithms used to guide the manufacturing process. If the potential sales volume is high enough, lens companies may customize the markings on their progressive lens blanks, creating rebranded products.

Some customers have reported dissatisfaction with Costco’s lenses, primarily due to issues with lens materials. Many experienced “halos and/or rainbows around lights, image edge blur, and color fringing.” While these issues can be attributed to the lens material rather than the lens design, it is important to note that these complaints are anecdotal and not scientifically proven.