20/25 Vision Simulator

Interactive vision simulator — drag the slider to compare eyesight levels.

Compare 20/25 vision with 20/20 using the slider - fine details may look slightly soft at a distance.

Slightly softened street-sign simulation for 20/25 vision.
Status: 20/25
20/20 (Perfect) 20/200 (Blind)

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With 20/25 vision, you see at 20 feet what someone with 20/20 sees at 25 feet.

This simulator is for educational purposes only and does not replace a professional eye exam.

Estimated Prescription Converter

20/25 Vision ≈ -0.25 to -0.75 Diopters

This is very mild myopia; some people notice blur only in low light or at long distances.

A light prescription often restores crisp distance vision, but your exact diopters can vary by person.

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🚗 🔴 Restricted

Driving

Corrective lenses required by law.

📖 🟡 Difficult

Reading

May need large print or zooming.

✈️ 🔴 Disqualified

Pilot License

👁️ 🟢 No

Legally Blind?

Boundary is 20/200.

20/25 vision is near-normal. You might notice mild blur on small distant text, and glasses can sharpen details if needed - especially for driving or presentations.

20/25 on a Snellen chart means you see at 20 feet what a person with 20/20 eyesight could see at 25 feet.

  • Meaning: 20/25 is a tiny step below normal.
  • What you'll notice: fine distance text may look a bit soft.
  • Next step: a light prescription can help in low light or at night.
  • Fine distance text can look a touch soft (street names, menu boards).
  • You may squint a bit for small details far away.
  • Blur can feel more noticeable at night or in rain.

20/25 is a very small step below normal. Many people function well without noticing it, but it can show up as slight softness in fine distance detail, especially in low light or when tired.

20/25 is generally within driving standards, but sharper correction can improve comfort and safety at night or in poor weather.

The most common reasons are very mild myopia or astigmatism. Temporary blur can also come from dry eyes or eye fatigue.

There is no exact one-to-one conversion between Snellen scores and glasses strength, but 20/25 often aligns with roughly -0.25 to -0.75 diopters for simple myopia.

  • Astigmatism or focusing issues can shift this range.
  • Treat any number here as a rough estimate only.

The right prescription can usually improve distance clarity significantly.

Consider an eye exam if you notice:

  • slight distance softness that bothers you in daily life
  • extra squinting in low light
  • eye strain after long distance-focused tasks

A light prescription may help, especially for driving or night scenes.

Quick comparison to nearby levels:

LevelCompared to 20/25
20/20Clearer than 20/25
20/25Current level
20/30More blur than 20/25

This simulator is for education only. Screen size, viewing distance, lighting, and eye health all affect what you see. If you are worried about your vision, please schedule a professional eye exam.

Last updated: December 12, 2025

Common Questions about 20/25

20/25 is very close to normal. Many people function well, though you may notice slight blur on small distant details.

Not always. If you drive often, work with screens, or want sharper distance detail, a light prescription can help.

20/25 commonly corresponds to a very mild prescription, often around -0.25 to -0.75 diopters. Only an eye exam can confirm yours.