Online Opticians UK Reviews 3,994

TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

3.5

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Review summary

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Looking at 254 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Customers frequently praise the quality of the products, noting that the glasses are well-made and the lenses are excellent. Many also highlight the positive service experience, finding the ordering process straightforward and appreciating the helpful guides and information provided. Reviewers often mention the efficiency of the dispatch and delivery service, with many receiving their orders within a reasonable timeframe. However, some customers experienced issues with delivery times, reporting delays and a lack of updates on their orders. A few people also encountered problems with damaged lenses or incorrect prescriptions, and some expressed dissatisfaction with the company's responsiveness when issues arose.

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Service

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Quality

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

This company offered a frame I liked & lenses I needed at a reasonable price. Other suppliers seem to have doubled their prices in recent times. Delivery was less than a fortnight which was fine. The... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

There were lots options available to select from and pretty straightforward to order. I made a couple of errors with the specific lens details and was contacted quickly to supply more details. The man... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Really nice quality glasses that arrived on time (once I was able to clarify what that time was) The only criticism - make it clear what lenses have a longer lead time, I went for a blue light fi... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My usual eye pro? Generic clear lenses I’d tape over my Rx glasses. Terrible. Switched to Bollé Baxter prescription and it’s like upgrading from iron sights to a red dot. The wrap frame and strap lock... See more


Company details

  1. Glasses Store

Written by the company

All prices include the frame, single vision lenses, coatings, a stylish hard case and a microfibre cloth. 30 day Refunds - 100% money back guarantee. 12 months frame and lens warranty. Free postage on orders over £64.95. Savings of up to 80% rrp on the high St. All of our frames are C.E marked. Any information we process, including your personal or payment details, are received and encrypted using a 256 bit secure server. This is the highest level of security protection available. 100% safe and secure payment process using Sage pay or Pay Pal. We do not sell, share, or pass on any of our customers personal details to any third parties.


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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good and efficient service.

The website was clear and easy to use. I used this company to replace a pair of spectacles originally purchased from them several years ago and which were still in good condition. The reglazed spectacles were returned in just over a week. All in all this was a very good service.

23 October 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had accidentally sat on my glasses…

I had accidentally sat on my glasses and broke them. Having ordered from you before I just needed replacement frames as lens was still intact. They were easy to pop in, came very quickly and very reasonably priced. Very happy and have recommended to a friend

15 October 2025
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Still no glasses

Still no glasses, still no email after numerous emails requesting update and refund. Strongly advise not to order from this website. Over 6 months for a pair of Safety glasses.

12 October 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Matthew

7 August 2025 - I placed an online order for £164.94.
12 August - they contacted me by email asking for a copy of my prescription, which I sent the same day.
29 August - Silence for 3 weeks. I emailed them asking for an update, reminding them that their website indicates that glasses would be dispatched within 3 to 5 working days and more complex prescriptions taking up to 14 days.
29 August - they emailed to explain that the clock started ticking on 14 August and not 7 August, followed by further silence.
9 September (i.e. 5 weeks after the initial order) - I emailed them requesting that my order is cancelled and requested a refund.
10 September - they emailed confirming the cancelled order and the processing of the refund.
19 September - I emailed them chasing my refund. No reply.
23 September - I emailed them chasing my refund. No reply.
25 September - I emailed them chasing my refund. No reply.
29 September - I emailed them chasing my refund. No reply.
29 September - Dispute raised via bank (PayPal)
9 October - No progress and I have not received my refund i.e. 2 months after initial order.

According to the company's website glasses would be dispatched within 3 to 5 working days and more complex prescriptions taking up to 14 days. There's nothing accurate about that.

Shocking customer service, worse customer experience, very poor communications and of course no performance whatsoever. They took my money and failed to return it. That is not only dishonest but it is stealing.

Doesn't this put you off online transactions. The time and the effort you have to put in to either receive the item or obtain a refund.

I'm out-of-pocket £164.94. My conclusion is that this company is a sham and a scam. Beware!

9 October 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was sceptical, but had no issues at all.

I was sceptical after reading some of the reviews online. However my experience has been extremely positive.
Simple and clear to add prescriptions and order.
I emailed shortly after ordering to check delivery times etc and received a response the same day.
The glasses turned up 7 days after ordering. Absolutely spot on.

3 October 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The exact style that I wanted at an…

The exact style that I wanted at an excellent price compared to the High Street. I am ordering a second pair to use as sunglasses. Communication fast and positive. Recommended to friends and family.

26 September 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hoya Balansis Varifocal Lenses fitted…

Hoya Balansis Varifocal Lenses fitted to my own frames. I am well-pleased with the result - an excellent choice of lenses (recommended by Online Opticians UK), a perfect job was made of fitting the lenses to the frames.

28 September 2025
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

After initial telephone conversation

After initial telephone conversation, I received a pre paid envelope to send my glasses in for reglazing. Less than 2 weeks later I received my glasses with a quality lens installed to my prescription. I did chase them after 10 days but did not manage to get through. But when the glasses arrived this morning by Royal mail; I was very happy with the service and quality... hence 4 stars not 5

28 September 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

UTTER SCAM

UTTER SCAM! They returned the glasses claiming they were unusable. Months later I'm still waiting for the refund. Emails are ignored. Phone calls are ignored. Considering legal action. AVOID!

18 June 2025
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Received my reglazed glasses they we're…

Received my reglazed glasses they we're varifocals distance is fine but can't read out of them, can't be bothered to send them back & wait yet again my prescription was submitted, will not be using this company again, better off going to an opticians paying more

10 September 2025
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Impossible to return

I need to return my glasses for the 'no quibble refund' but there are no details on how to do this on the website, nobody ever replies to emails or answers the phone (I think they've blocked my number, since I did get an answer once, when I was chasing up the glasses before they arrived). I've been trying to contact them for three weeks. AVOID THIS COMPANY THEY ARE TERRIBLE.

1 September 2025
Unprompted review

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