5 Best Digital Magnifiers - June 2023

A feature-rich, well-made model that delivers excellent magnifications and a decent price.

Earns praise for producing crisp, clear images that rival magnifiers that are much more expensive. Magnifies up to 32 times. Built-in light enhances viewing of the screen. Has a handle and video output port. Construction feels durable. Has four color viewing modes.

LCD Portable Electronic Digital Magnifier

Some reports of malfunctions, such as units that fail to charge or hold a charge and broken buttons. Instructions need to be clearer.

Best Bang for the Buck

ViSee

With the features consumers need for adequate magnification and a reasonable price tag, this user-friendly magnifier is impressive.

Has user-friendly features, including video output, up to 14-times magnification, rechargeable battery, and a vivid display, at an affordable price. Handle is convenient and folds down neatly when not in use.

SmartLux Digital Magnifier

Only has three color viewing modes. Some owners found the side power button awkward to use.

Eschenbach

This well-made digital magnifier produces clear images. But less expensive models offer better magnification and more features.

Captures and stores images. Has a non-reflective screen that's easy to read. Controls are straightforward to use. Has five color viewing modes and gets decent battery life per charge.

An expensive model, yet it only magnifies to 12 times normal size.

Inventiv

Video Digital Magnifier

Although it's packed with features, has powerful magnification, and an impressive amount of viewing modes, the downside is the image quality that isn't quite as sharp as competitors.

Stands out from others we considered for offering 17 color viewing modes. Magnifies up to 32 times. Has video output port and rechargeable battery. Screen brightness is easy to adjust. Screen also resists fingerprints and smudges. Mid-level price.

Supersight 4-Level Digital Close-up Magnifier

Difficult to use if not placed on a flat surface. Image quality is somewhat grainy.

Ion

A budget-friendly option that's suitable for occasional use or for consumers who only need minimal magnification and a few features.

Capable of capturing and storing images on an SD card. Affordable magnifier. Has a bright light. Retractable stand makes it easy to place in different positions.