For those on the go the need for a compact pair of reading glasses can be met by the foldable reading glasses available on the market. These small reading glasses fold down to make them ideal for those who need to easily carry them in a pocket or purse.

Foldable reading glasses are designed for easy carrying. Most foldable reading glasses have four hinges located at the ear pieces and nose piece. These hinges allow the glasses to fold down to about a quarter of their original size. A hard case usually comes with the glasses that is designed to protect and house the glasses when they are not in use. The small size of foldable reading glasses allow for them to be very lightweight. These petite reading glasses come in the same strengths as regular size reading glasses. Foldable reading glasses fold down to fit in your palm making them ideal to carry in a pocket or purse.

Some users may find that foldable reading glasses do not meet their needs. Due to the multiple hinges there is more chance for breakage or wear. A person who takes their glasses on and off would not want to use foldable reading glasses. Occasional wearers who may need reading glasses for purposes like reading restaurant menus would benefit from the easy to carry size and would not have the concerns of excessive wear. The small size will also benefit people with stronger prescriptions as the smaller the diameter of the lens the lighter and thinner the lens will be. The smaller size does limit designs, like hand painted frames or rhinestone embellishments. For an occasional user looking for a simple pair of reading glasses, foldable reading glasses are perfect.

The need for lightweight, easy to carry reading glasses has been met with the development of foldable reading glasses. These small reading glasses may not be for everyone, but for those wanting something compact, foldable reading glasses fit the bill.