Direct Sight  

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Totally delighted with the service from this company. Ordered them for a holiday not realising the turn around time could be over a week, emailed to cancel but they said they would try to process it q... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I recently lost the silicon nose pieces on my Direct Sight Prescription Sunglasses. They were 18 months old old so out of warranty. I contacted Direct Sight who asked me to return them with a covering... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ordered glasses in early May. Was promised that they would be received on 17th May. Contacted Direct Sight on 24th May was told that there was a problem on the production line and that my glasses woul... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mariah was processing my order and she made it so easy to communicate , and Clarified to me she can get it processed today and out for delivery tommorow ! She is really a star and was so helpful... See more

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Company details

  1. Glasses Store
  2. Optician

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Direct Sight is one of the leading online providers of prescription glasses in the UK. Our company boasts a highly experienced team of optical professionals. In addition, Direct Sight can offer both designer and prescription frames at prices up to 80% cheaper than high street retailers. Direct Sight manufactures all orders in our privately owned laboratory based in the UK.


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

No sign of 2 pair of glasses ordered…

No sign of 2 pair of glasses ordered 17th August - it's now 1st September. Email contact address not functioning.
Have used them previously with no issues but recent reports and this no show order indicate there is a problem with this company.

1 September 2024
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Reply from Direct Sight

Dear Jane

Thank you for your feedback.

We acknowledge your comments and sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused. At the time, we recognise that we weren’t operating at the standard we strive for - both in terms of resources and service. Since then, we've made key improvements across our Team and operations.

We’d truly value the opportunity to restore your faith in Direct Sight in the future.

Kind regards,
DS Customer Care Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

product never arrived

product never arrived
emails not answered
phone disconnected
chat bot not functioning

27 August 2024
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Reply from Direct Sight

Dear Customer,

Thank you for your feedback. We did contact you via Trustpilot to request further details so we could look into this properly, but unfortunately, we did not receive a response within the timeframe required.

We acknowledge your comments and sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused. At the time, we recognise that we weren’t operating at the standard we strive for - both in terms of resources and service. Since then, we've made key improvements across our Team and operations.

We’d truly value the opportunity to restore your faith in Direct Sight in the future.

Kind regards,
DS Customer Care Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

No response on email

No response on email. Phone number says it’s not available. I called one of the neighbouring units where their address is. They said they hadn’t seen them in over a week

30 August 2024
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Reply from Direct Sight

Dear Leon,

Thank you for your feedback. We acknowledge your comments and sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused. At the time, we recognise that we weren’t operating at the standard we strive for - both in terms of resources and service. Since then, we've made key improvements across our Team and operations.

We’d truly value the opportunity to restore your faith in Direct Sight in the future.

Kind regards,
DS Customer Care Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Do NOT order from here this place is a…

Do NOT order from here this place is a scam telling you they will send it on one date then completely ignoring you and not replying saying they have production problems it has been over a week since it was meant to be despatched and still nothing I want to get a refund many others having same issue from what I’ve soon I hope this business shuts down forever so mad I’m making an account just to write this review

30 August 2024
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Reply from Direct Sight

Dear Customer,

Thank you for your feedback. We did contact you via Trustpilot to request further details so we could look into this properly, but unfortunately, we did not receive a response within the timeframe required.

We acknowledge your comments and sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused. At the time, we recognise that we weren’t operating at the standard we strive for - both in terms of resources and service. Since then, we've made key improvements across our Team and operations.

We’d truly value the opportunity to restore your faith in Direct Sight in the future.

Kind regards,
DS Customer Care Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible service

I ordered some glasses on here as they offered a next day service for £19.50 per pair. I was happy to pay this as I had a bit of an emergency. That was over a week ago. Various emails saying that they have had a malfunction so can't meet the deadline, but also unable to say when they will be able to. I've now requested a refund but still heard nothing. I've since read a lot of reviews saying the same thing. I could've ordered elsewhere on a 5 day service much cheaper and I'd have the glasses now. As it is I'm now still without glasses for another week at least. Terrible company I would not recommend at all. I've waited to post a review in the hope they would redeem themselves but sadly they haven't.

29 August 2024
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Reply from Direct Sight

Dear Sarah,

Thank you for your feedback.

We acknowledge your comments and sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused. At the time, we recognise that we weren’t operating at the standard we strive for - both in terms of resources and service. Since then, we've made key improvements across our Team and operations.

We’d truly value the opportunity to restore your faith in Direct Sight in the future.

Kind regards,
DS Customer Care Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Avoid

Broke my glasses so ordered a next day pair. Then got an email saying I had to measure between my pupils and pay another £30. Then another email saying they couldn’t do next day but would be quick but needed ANOTHER £10 for prisms. Then nothing. So chased a told a production problem at least another week. Simply go somewhere else. Internet is full of spec providers.

20 August 2024
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Reply from Direct Sight

Dear Brad,

Thank you for your review. We're sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet expectations.

The additional payment requested was due to the Prism element included in your prescription - a specialised correction that falls outside of standard lens production. This is outlined in both our pricing terms and the eligibility criteria for our Next Day Express Service. As a result, your order was not eligible for the express turnaround and the service fee was refunded accordingly.

We can see that your order was completed and delivered and we trust that you were pleased with the final product.

Kind regards,
DS Customer Care Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Scam

Scam! I paid for new glasses. I selected the next day service as it was urgent. I was sent an email saying the glasses would be dispatched but 4 days later I have heard nothing. The phone number does not connect, neither does the online chat. I have emailed but no answer. I can only assume this is a scam.

26 August 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good value and quality, great email customer service

Switched to directsight from the main online brand (GD) after I had issues with the lens quality. I found that directsight has a very similar selection but is better priced (make sure to look for voucher codes!) and lacks some of the frills - no case, no cloth - but the glasses are good.
Unfortunately I had an issue with my pair and had to return them. The process was smooth, email replies were same day, and I had my replacement glasses on the 8th day after sending mine back. I'm impressed and will now recommend direct sight as a good value and quality online glasses retailer.

22 August 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Awful service

Paid for next day delivery, no tracking information, still no glasses nearly a week later. No communication.now I'm told they use Royal Mail who have not bothered to leave a card/leave with neighbours as per my usual delivery instructions. Refund refused. NOT RECOMMENDED- go elsewhere!

12 August 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Took ages and went in the bin

Very slow to get made up.
I gave my prescription with the order then had an email a few days later asking for it again so a delay.
When I finally got them back I can’t wear them as they don’t feel like my prescription. This is my 3rd attempt with direct sight and haven’t got on with their glasses but because they are so cheap I haven’t done anything. This will be my 3rd and last pair going into the bin.

29 July 2024
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very quick turn around

Very quick turn around. One week from order to delivery. Cheaper(Ray-Ban) than most other places. Don't come with a case but don't care as I have a case from a previous pair I bought. Answered emails quickly.
All round happy saved money and quick delivery

2 August 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordered two pairs

Ordered two pairs, one cheap frame, one designer frame - both with same prescription. Took two days for the glasses to arrive. Lenses clean. No problems to report.

1 August 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good

Very good, in spite of some negative reviews. Order placed and as promised delivered on time. Good work on the glasses, existing frames and new prescriptions just perfect. Yes had to fiddle with the fitting a little, but very good value considering how much they would of cost.

2 August 2024
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Too long between order and delivery…

Ordered pretty basic prescription glasses on 5th July which were received on the 31st July. Upon contacting Customer services was offered a 30 % discount on next pair ordered which I can’t see me using as the wait from ordering to delivery was far too long . Disappointing experience.

31 July 2024
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I would advise anyone THINKING of ordering to avoid THE VARIFOCAL LENSES!!!!! Do not buy them if you can't use them you lose a lot of money.…

I would advise anyone ordering Varifocal lenses to not bother I ordered mine with prescription waited Over 3 weeks when they arrived I could not read through them at all ?How can they be my prescription if I cannot read with them paid a lot of money am over 70 on state pension if I can't use them what good are they i sent them back they told me I cannot get a refund on VARIFOCAL lenses absolute disgrace. BEWARE!!! DON'T BUY VARIFOCAL LENSES.
Would not recommend this company at all.
Buy Varifocal and lose your money.

19 July 2024
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Reply from Direct Sight

Dear Pat,

Thank you for your review. We're very sorry to hear that you were unhappy with your experience, particularly with your varifocal lenses.

Producing Varifocal glasses online can be more complex than standard lenses and we completely understand the frustration when things don’t feel quite right. Unlike an in-store experience, we unfortunately do not have the benefit of taking in-person measurements (something that is especially important for varifocals), which require very precise fitting to ensure comfortable and effective vision across distance, intermediate and near zones.

To help resolve the issue, we did remake your glasses as two separate single vision pairs, one for distance and one for reading based on your original prescription. These were completed and sent at no further charge to offer you practical alternatives tailored to your needs.

As noted in our Terms & Conditions, prescription lenses are bespoke and custom-made to your prescription and are non-refundable once produced. This is standard across our business due to their personalised nature. However, we always aim to support our customers where possible which is why we offered and completed the alternative solution for you.

We genuinely regret that you were left disappointed and appreciate your feedback.

Kind regards,
DS Customer Care Team

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Had to cancel as next day delivery never shipped

I ordered from glasses direct as my glasses broke and i needed a quick replacement. I ordered next day delivery and after 2 days I still had no shipping email. I rung them up and was told that there was a production problem and that I’d receive a shipping confirmation that day. It has been about 4-5 days later and I still haven’t heard anything regarding my order. I decided to cancel which was put through quickly which is why I gave the extra star. Not happy with the service and lack of communication though.

23 July 2024
Unprompted review

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