So you’ve need a pair of swimming goggles, but now you’re faced with a wealth of options – whether you’re shopping for yourself or your kids; the choices can be overwhelming. From polarised goggles to techy-looking goggles, we’ll cover everything you need to know so you can make the best informed choice for your needs. From Speedo to Slazenger, we’re here to help you choose the right kind of goggles for you.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the choice of goggles out there, don’t panic. As a starting point, it’s useful to have in mind what you need them for. Are they for fitness swimming, competitions or training, or maybe just for holidays and casual swims? Deciding what activity you’ll be using them for first, will be helpful in your final selection.

From polarised swimming goggles to those with mirrored lenses, there’s a range of lens types to suit a variety of swimming styles and light conditions. But which is right for you?

• Polarised lenses offer glare protection and are designed for high-level light and sunnier conditions. Ideal for open water swimming, triathlons and bright indoor pools.

• Mirrored lenses will reduce brightness and offer glare protection. You’ll find mirrored lenses ideal for indoor swim races and some outdoor swimming conditions.

• Clear lenses are designed to provide maximum visibility in lower light conditions. Clear lenses are suitable for both indoor and outdoor swimming.

• Blue lenses are a good all-round option, providing reduced glare in bright conditions. Blue lenses can be used both indoors and outdoors for swimming.

Looking after your goggles properly will help you extend their life. Here are our top tips for helping to take care of your

• Use the case: The pouch provided when you bought them will prevent scratches that can occur when they’re loose in your swim bag

• Clean them after your swim: Rinse the chlorine off your goggles with lukewarm water

• Avoid cleaning them with soap: This can break down the anti-fog coating

• Avoid touching the lenses: Rubbing the lenses can also affect the anti-fog coating

• Let your goggles air dry

• Keep goggles out of the sun when you’re not wearing them

The best fit will give you a comfortable, even pressure around your eye and a slight suction. Here’s our guide for fitting them on yourself.

• Start by holding the lenses snug to your eye sockets until you can feel that they’re positioned correctly

• Hold them in place on your eyes with one hand

• Pull the goggle strap into place behind your head

• Re-adjust the lens position and strap if necessary