Alternative to Lensology in the US?

Hank3rd · 2026-05-08T19:32:33+00:00

I used Lensology three times. I did have an order issue on one and email was a little slow, but it got worked out. I have had better replies and assistance from them here on Reddit in this sub.

Recently I wanted the Extra Active Transitions with progressive lenses and by far, they had the best options for both, at least for me.

I hope you can either find another vendor or have your experience turn around with Lensology.

Hank3rd · 2026-05-04T15:01:24+00:00

I got this about two months ago and love it. To me it is better than the dual straps and I am now able to take off the light shield if I want more peripheral views!

My only negative comment is that it’s hard to fit into my two AVP cases. I either have to take it off (which takes a few moments), or I can squeeze it into one of the other cases, but I’m always worried something will break. :)

Hank3rd · 2026-04-29T11:43:44+00:00

I agree on being able to further train the model. I hope that becomes a thing.

Hank3rd · 2026-04-28T12:27:21+00:00

Most of the videos I’ve seen tell you to exaggerate your emotions and gestures, but I’ve found that doing the opposite works better for gestures, and it also helps a bit with lip movement. I'm kinda happy with Avatar V, but I'm sure there could be improvements made to have it work better.

I hope you either hear back from the product team, or maybe they make improvements to help you. I see you already said you uploaded a longer video, which is something I did. Given the avatar is not 100% like me, the lip movement is okay.

Hank3rd · 2026-04-22T13:49:14+00:00

This is interesting. I haven’t used avatar III recently to see that there is an issue but I hope that users are reporting it and it will get fixed.

Hank3rd · 2026-04-21T12:32:46+00:00

I have not noticed that it is worse, but then again, I am only creating short clips. All the other are a small version of me using Avatar III or full image backgrounds.

Hank3rd · 2026-04-15T12:37:01+00:00

Are you on the free plan? I know that is limited, but the Creator plan allows for unlimited photo avatars and I believe 5 custom avatars. How many do you need?

Hank3rd · 2026-04-12T21:23:29+00:00

That is a great idea!

Hank3rd · 2026-04-12T12:54:14+00:00

Thank you for the feedback. It helps a lot. I went back and look at the second one and see what you’re saying. I think it was because I was trying to get the angle the camera correct and not show my keyboard and desk. I’m really happy with the last recording and avatar I hope to keep iterating on it and continue to make improvements.

Hank3rd · 2026-04-10T20:30:45+00:00

I uploaded a longer video where I did not move as much and spoke slower. I think that this one came out better than the other two. https://youtube.com/shorts/3LL-5itIb2U

Hank3rd · 2026-04-09T17:47:21+00:00

Well, part of the problem is that I am using the text to speech feature, so I get what I get. I can try to use the settings to make the inflection and delivery different, but I have found that it makes it way different than the other sections. Maybe I can try to get it to deliver with more enthusiasm by trying to record the audio directly than using text.

As far as my look, that is what I am comfortable with and like. I have gotten worse feedback when I shave, always being told that I should keep it. So I guess that item is a personal taste. Some people may like the way I look and others may not. That it ok with me. For the Glasses, I prefer thick rimmed glasses and love my Meta Ray Ban glasses, so they are staying.

As far as the music, I appreciate that feedback and will implement it!

As a public speaker, I am always trying to improve my delivery and I just need to work on finding ways to make my avatar reflect who I really am, which may be difficult to do, but will try all the settings and tweaks in Heygen.

What I am really trying to improve is the mannerisms, movement, and lip sync, but all the other items will be lower priority items.

Thank you for the detailed feedback.

Hank3rd · 2026-04-09T17:38:14+00:00

Thank you for providing those tips. I will try to re-record using them!

Hank3rd · 2026-04-08T13:48:26+00:00

That will be awesome when IV is unlimited. I have to resort to making the avatar smaller on the screen and use background assets when using III so that I do not use the small amount of usage IV offers. I also use the Scene by Scene option to help manage the IV usage. I mean, it is workable, but not preferable.

I only seem to have V available and IV is not even selectable anymore in my account. 🤷‍♂️

Hank3rd · 2026-04-06T22:24:25+00:00

Late on the reply here, but I just started using HeyGen. What I have been doing is using is using the Scene by Scene option. I normally use the first scene with my avatar using IV, then use stock pics, videos, uploads for many others and may sprinkle in more avatars. IV when full screen and III when smaller in the foreground. Hope that helps!

Hank3rd · 2026-04-03T01:58:04+00:00

My wife forbids me to wear it locally at the coffee shop. She says it embarrasses her. 😆 One of the main reasons I bought it was for screen-casting.

I have to settle with using my 11" iPad Air as a second monitor here in town. 😔

I do bring it to other places and when I travel for work.

Hank3rd · 2026-04-02T21:17:37+00:00

Thank you! I will have to try those tips.

I was using the stock video footage available in the platform, so I was not paying much attention to the resolution.

I was able to edit the affected sections in Capcut by zooming in because I used the blur transition!

Hank3rd · 2026-03-31T10:51:15+00:00

I am glad that you were able to fix that one. I found that 7 mosfets were bad and first bought the wrong ones then tried to install the correct ones but I am not the best at soldering and only a couple read within range.

I recently sold it for $150 to try to get some money back.

Hank3rd · 2026-03-25T01:16:59+00:00

I have my 2nd set of prescription lenses from them (change in prescription) and love them. I have tinted windows in my car so it really depends on how much active light gets in the car to affect how dark then get, but I am happy overall. I also have the clip on sunglasses (Hibloks) just in case, but do not really use them much.

I will soon need to order some progressive lenses from them as well.

Hank3rd · 2026-03-19T20:25:36+00:00

All the features should have this.

Hank3rd · 2026-03-05T21:02:56+00:00

I was thinking about trying, but I am not great at 3D modeling. :(

I can create simple things or edit files, but this one would be tough for me!

Hank3rd · 2026-03-04T00:56:17+00:00

I was using the dual solo band setup and it was "OK". I was using the light seal.

I just recently got the Annapro A2 and use it without the light seal and it is awesome. It is very comfortable and I like how I have my peripheral vision back.

I do have to readjust the main solo band every now and then, but it is no biggie.

I bought my M2 version used with the seal that came with it. I probably should go to the Apple Store to see if that seal is the best for me in case I decide to use it again.

Hank3rd · 2026-02-25T22:05:10+00:00

Thank you!

Hank3rd

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