The first application was to look for hay mites, which are difficult to see with the naked eye, but they can be seen quite clearly under this microscope and I'm sure most pests on plants or pets are easy to spot. The microscope has paid for itself from day one. If you keep small pets, this is VERY convenient. Was able to easily identify hay mites. While many small pets have hay mites, you need to keep an eye on numbers.

It is a great gift for children. You will learn a lot about the world around us. I imagine both adults and children will be fascinated by the things they find in the garden, it opens your eyes to a world happening on a micro scale. Showing off the sheer beauty and design of insects and plants, it brings a simple delight. It's hard not to smile when you're focused on the work at hand.

I've also discovered tons of fossils in common garden rocks sold by garden centers. In fact, many rocks contain tiny fossils that cannot be seen without a microscope.

Seems to be well made apart from the stand which only needs a few grams more weight to make it stable.

Using it by hand is nearly impossible, microscopes require a stand as the slightest movement can cause you to lose focus.

Many use it for stamps, money, and things you may need to examine along the way.

Have used small microscopes that cannot be connected to a computer. They're decent, but a strain on the eyes to the point where they're uncomfortable. If you're a certain age, you know what I mean by that.

Also very useful for soldering and examining circuits.