Choose eye care devices when the question fits its direct job: it perform a specific eye-related task such as measuring pressure, warming eyelids, humidifying the eye area, imaging, shielding, or supporting treatment; reading glasses instead add plus optical power for a chosen near working distance, helping compensate for age-related loss of focusing ability.
The comparison is governed by different mechanisms. For eye care devices, examine intended use and calibration; for reading glasses, examine plus power and working distance. Conveniences can be compared after the task has been defined.