Low vision support since 1936
Helping people keep doing what they love.
Whether you're helping a family member, supporting a patient or advising a customer, COIL helps you choose dependable low vision products with clarity and confidence.
Findtheright magnifier.
Four quick questions to narrow the choice — so patients, families and clinicians can move forward with confidence before speaking to a distributor.
Step 1 of 4
What will it mainly be used for?
Start with the everyday task that matters most.
Do they need both hands free?
This separates handheld products from stand and spectacle options.
Will they use it in dim light?
Built-in illumination makes a real difference for many everyday tasks.
Where will it be used most?
This decides between larger home products and smaller portable aids.
Your results
Based on your answers, here are the magnifiers that match your needs, ranked by fit.
Built on expertise. Guided by trust.
A clearer, more considered way to make confident decisions — shaped around your needs, your objectives and the right solution.
Independent Advice
Guidance tailored to your requirements, with recommendations that put your needs first.
Technical Expertise
Clear explanations, specialist knowledge and practical insight without unnecessary complexity.
Thoughtful Process
Every conversation starts with understanding your objectives before proposing a solution.
Long-Term Relationships
Built on trust, consistency and support that continues beyond the initial enquiry.
Designed to bring everyday detail back into focus.
Discover thoughtfully engineered magnifiers designed to deliver comfortable, reliable viewing across a wide range of everyday tasks.
AT Max Illuminated Magnifiers
Available in a choice of magnifications with bright LED illumination and an ergonomic design for comfortable everyday use.
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Made for moments worth seeing clearly.
Thoughtfully designed magnifiers that help bring letters, photographs and everyday details back into focus.
Explore COIL RangeBuilt on decades of optical expertise.
For generations, COIL has developed magnification products designed to support people with low vision through thoughtful engineering and practical design.
Today, that same commitment continues across every product collection, combining established optical knowledge with modern manufacturing.
Detail, made easier to see.
Designed to make everyday close-up tasks feel steadier, clearer and more comfortable.
Designed for different ways of seeing.
From compact pocket magnifiers to stable stand designs, the COIL range supports everyday detail in many different forms.
Tilt Stand Magnifiers
Stable, illuminated viewing for close-up tasks that benefit from a comfortable angle.
Pocket Magnifiers
Compact magnification for reading small details while away from home.
Hand Magnifiers
Simple, dependable magnification in a choice of powers and sizes.
Stand Magnifiers
Hands-free viewing for reading, puzzles and detailed tabletop tasks.
Spectacle Magnifiers
Wearable magnification for close-up work where both hands need to stay free.
Craft & Detail Work
Useful support for sewing, painting, model making and other close-focus tasks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What magnification strength do I need?
Magnification strength depends on both the task and the user’s individual visual requirements. For general reading, a 3x–5x magnifier is often suitable, while smaller print, labels, inspection tasks, or clinical applications may require higher magnification such as 7x–15x. For personalised guidance, we recommend consulting an eye care professional or authorised distributor.
Where can I buy COIL products?
COIL products are available through our authorised distributor network. Use our distributor finder to locate your nearest stockist in the UK, Europe, USA, or worldwide.
Are COIL magnifiers used in clinical and low vision applications?
Yes. Many COIL products, including our Hi-Power and Ophthalmic Vision ranges, are widely used by optometrists, low vision specialists, and healthcare professionals. Product suitability should always be assessed according to individual requirements and professional guidance.
What is the difference between LED and tungsten illuminated magnifiers?
LED illuminated magnifiers provide bright, energy-efficient lighting with longer battery life, while tungsten illuminated models offer a warmer light tone preferred by some users. Both provide effective illumination, and the choice often depends on user preference and application.
Do you supply to businesses and healthcare organisations?
Yes. COIL products are supplied to optometry practices, NHS trusts, vision rehabilitation services, and retail businesses through our distributor network. Please contact us for trade or bulk supply enquiries.