Fitz Frames produces custom eyeglasses for children aged 3 and older using 3D printing technology to create tailor-fit frames based on precise measurements taken through a mobile app. The company addresses the challenge of finding affordable, well-fitting eyewear for kids, offering prescription, blue light filtering, and sunglasses with a hassle-free return policy.
Funding
$8.9M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Finding affordable and well-fitting eyeglasses for children can be challenging due to limited style selection and sizing variations. Traditional eyewear options often lack the durability required for active kids, leading to frequent replacements and added expenses for parents.
Solution
Fitz Frames offers custom-made eyeglasses for children aged 3 and older, utilizing 3D printing technology to create tailor-fit frames based on precise measurements obtained through a mobile app. The app allows users to virtually try on frames, ensuring a perfect fit by capturing thousands of facial data points. Frames are manufactured from durable polyamide powder using selective laser sintering, resulting in lightweight and flexible eyewear. Fitz Frames also offers a subscription model that includes free replacements, addressing the common issue of kids losing or breaking their glasses.
Target Audience
The primary target audience is parents of children aged 3 and older who need prescription eyeglasses, blue light filtering glasses, or sunglasses and seek a durable, well-fitting, and affordable solution.
Features
- Mobile app for virtual try-on and facial measurements using iPhone X or newer and iPad Pro
- 3D-printed custom frames made from durable and flexible polyamide material
- Snap-fit hinges that eliminate the need for screws, simplifying repairs
- Option to engrave the child's name or favorite number on the inside of the frames
- Prescription, blue light filtering, and sunglass lens options available
- Subscription plan for unlimited frame replacements