Optical Express UK Reviews 

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Looking at 3,241 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their professionalism, friendliness, and ability to make them feel at ease throughout their journey. Many highlight the excellent service, noting thorough explanations, efficient processes, and comprehensive care from consultation to post-operative checks. People often describe a smooth and comfortable user experience, appreciating the detailed information and supportive approach from the team. However, some customers also noted issues with aftercare and communication, mentioning difficulties reaching customer service or receiving follow-up care. A few other people also felt that waiting times for appointments could be long, leading to extended visits. Additionally, some reviewers expressed feeling not fully listened to regarding their specific needs or perceived a degree of pressure during consultations.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Optical express came highly recommended by a family member who had the LASIK treatment done over 20 years ago Every step of the way was clearly explained. The staff were amazing and meade me... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely customer/patient care from start to date. All staff interactions across both the Swansea and Cardiff branches were focused on making me feel as comfortable and relaxed as possible. Too many mem... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Big thank you to the Optical Express team at the White Rose shopping centre in Leeds, in particular Kerry and Junaid. Having discussed lens replacement the guys were very professional in explaining th... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Donna was welcoming, calm and professional. She explained the tests she was carrying out and even walked me through what would happen on the day of my surgery showing me all the rooms and explaining w... See more

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Company details

  1. Eye Care Center
  2. LASIK Surgeon
  3. Ophthalmologist
  4. Ophthalmology Clinic
  5. Optician
  6. Optometrist

About Optical Express UK

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For over 30 years, millions of patients have trusted Optical Express with their eye care. As Europe’s leading private provider of laser eye, premium intraocular lens and cataract surgery, our surgeons undertake more laser procedures collectively than any other provider in the UK and Ireland. We look after thousands of patients in our clinics every week and it’s a privilege to transform the lives of so many.

Optical Express is focused on delivering exceptional patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes through continued investment in both our technology and our people.

Optical Express | Laser Eye Surgery | Lens Replacement Surgery | Private Cataract Surgery

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At Optical Express life-changing laser eye surgery starts from only £595 per eye*
Vision correction surgery consultations are free of charge and allow our team of expert clinicians to perform a range of comprehensive tests to assess the health of your eyes and suitability for treatment, helping you decide on the best vision correction option for you. The improvements that our patients notice in their vision following laser eye surgery is truly incredible with over 99% if patients achieving 20/20 vision or better.̌ * Price dependent on treatment and prescription type. ̌ In a study of 190,231 Optical Express patients with the most common prescriptions we treat (excluding those with presbyopia and emmetropia), 99.2% achieved 20/20 vision or better following treatment.
World leading laser eye clinics
Optical Express is the UK's No.1 provider of laser eye surgery. Our world leading ophthalmic surgeons have a combined experience of over 1 million procedures carried out worldwide and we provide excellent geographical coverage, with laser eye clinics in locations across the country.
State of the art clinics and treatment centres
Optical Express is focused on providing patients with exceptional care and outstanding clinical outcomes. Our world leading ophthalmic surgeons have completed more laser procedures collectively than any other provider in the UK and Ireland. Thanks to our nationwide network of clinics, we provide excellent geographical coverage, with locations across the whole of the UK and Ireland.
Innovative technology
Every patient is treated as an individual at Optical Express, with personalised treatment which aims to achieve their best possible results and transform their lives. We are proud of the extremely sophisticated technology in our clinics. Over £400 million has been invested in our clinics and technology because the better the technology, the better the results are for our patients.
Life-changing procedures
Optical Express are Europe’s leading provider of laser eye, premium intraocular lens and private cataract surgery and have revolutionised the way that eye care is delivered. You can rest assured you are in great hands with us, we treat thousands of patients every year and receive a huge amount of positive feedback, but the most common comment from our patients is “I wish I’d done it sooner.”
Affordable laser eye surgery options
Your laser eye surgery journey starts with a free consultation carried out by a Specialist Refractive Optometrist and Patient Advisor at one of our state of the art clinics. The cost of your treatment depends on your prescription and treatment type determined at your consultation appointment. At Optical Express laser eye surgery starts from only £595 per eye with finance options available to make it an affordable solution for patients. (subject to status. Price dependent on treatment and prescription type.)
Comprehensive aftercare
The care you receive at Optical Express doesn’t stop on the day of your treatment. Each of our patients receive a fully comprehensive aftercare programme which is our way of making every patient’s journey to clear vision as successful as possible. Our team of experts are on hand to support you.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely awesome service from the Swansea Clinic

Absolutely awesome service from the staff in the Swansea Clinic. Special Thankyou to Saeef Khan for his welcome, knowledge and support. Put me at easy and was able to answer all my questions.

22 July 2026
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Reply from Optical Express UK

Thanks for the fantastic review Gareth, and we really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience at the Swansea clinic.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very experienced staff and surgeons

Very experienced staff and surgeons, they were very considerate polite and explained everything clearly..the surgery with manu was explained professionally and carried out professionally..Sharon was very kind and considerate

22 July 2026
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Reply from Optical Express UK

We're thrilled that you're so happy with the results Paul. We'll make sure we pass this on to the team in Nottingham.

To find out how both you and your friends and family can benefit
from your positive experience, please visit our website. https://www2.opticalexpress.co.uk/refer-a-friend/

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I'm always very tense

I'm always very tense, but the service from Rebecca and Caitlin was excellent.

22 July 2026
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It's fantastic to hear that you were well looked after by Rebecca and Caitlin.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Visited your wisbech clinic today

Visited your wisbech clinic today , was welcomed by kira , she helped me through each exam and explained about the whole process along the way. Very professional and friendly. Would highly recommend to friends and family.

22 July 2026
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Thanks for the kind words Scott, and it means a lot that you'd recommend us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had the surgery so I did not need to…

I had the surgery so I did not need to ware glasses all the time . It’s working really well since the day after surgery . Mr Mathew the surgeon was very professional and put me at ease throughout . Sharon did a great job doing all my test’s before and after the surgery.

22 July 2026
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Reply from Optical Express UK

We're thrilled that you're so happy with the results Mark. If you need anything moving forward, please don't hesitate to let us know.

To find out how both you and your friends and family can benefit
from your positive experience, please visit our website. https://www2.opticalexpress.co.uk/refer-a-friend/

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had my eye test done at the Leeds…

I had my eye test done at the Leeds white rose branch, i was so impressed by the staff member Maleehah she was so kind and was so helpful as well. She helped me choose some glasses and made sure they fit me perfectly. I had my eye test done my Poonam who was really kind as well.I will definitely be coming back in the future to buy more glasses from here.

21 July 2026
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Reply from Optical Express UK

It's great to hear that you're so happy with the service at our White Rose clinic Aliysha. We'll pass your kind words on to the team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

1st class

Optician Nadeem Aslam
What a guy
All staff were excellent from start to finish
Couldn't ask for a better experience

13 June 2026
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Reply from Optical Express UK

Thanks for the fantastic review Mr Spurr. Hope to see you in our Meadowhall clinic again in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Patient Care

Excellent Patient Care
I have had a pleasure to be patient of Optical Express for one and half year. I had a bilateral cataract surgery with them. My patient advisor was Victoria, along with Carie and Keiden. Victoria answered all my concerns and questions satisfactorily. Sometimes my questions were repeatedly the same but Victoria always calmed me down and always told me to relax. She understood that this was my first surgery and thus I was apprehensive. For a patient advisor to have emotional intelligence is important and Victoria has high emotional intelligence. She doesn’t hurry you to get her job done or hurry to get people to get on with it. Victoria gave me ample time to answer my questions and get to the surgery table. Having said that Carie and Keiden have also been there with me through out. Carie and Keiden also helped me when I asked them. My optometrist was Emma, who checked my eyes many times. 
My surgery was a breeze. My vision was clear as soon as I got the surgery. I had no problems and complications. Victoria was right all along. My vision prior to surgery was extremely poor since childhood. I could not see 5 inches away from my eyes. After surgery my distance vision is 20/10, which are eagle eyes in humans. I can read fine print without spectacles as well. I use readers in certain lights, or very long readings. I am glasses free 95% of the time. My eye surgeon at optical express was brilliant. The lenses I was suggested and implanted in my eyes are enhanced mono-focal lenses with blended vision. I did have to get YAG, after a few month of my cataract surgery which was also very easy. YAG didn’t require lying down, numbing drops, or sedation . I was explained everything and shown my eye scans before I was discharged by Optical Express.
I am glad I chose Optical Express for my life changing journey. I thank Optical Express wonderful staff who was with me through out my journey. I will highly recommend optical express to everyone. They gave me the best option for me. I will advise everyone to trust the expert advise of Optical Express. Optical Express will give their patients best advise. I will choose Optical Express every time. 
Many thanks to everyone at the Optical Express.
PS- my surgery was July last year. However, I was dealing with Optical Express regarding my cataract surgery prior to that.

21 July 2026
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Reply from Optical Express UK

We're thrilled that you're so happy with the results Hanna. As you know yourself, hearing from other patients can be extremely helpful, so we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

To find out how both you and your friends and family can benefit
from your positive experience, please visit our website. https://www2.opticalexpress.co.uk/refer-a-friend/

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

A massive mistake!

After lens surgery on both eyes my vision isn’t as good as it was with spectacles, I now have floaters and permanently bloodshot eyes.
I have attempted to contact the Newcastle upon Tyne clinic that did the surgery for the last 3 weeks and the phones are never answered. I rang customer services who attempted to get through but without success also. I was notified that they would get the clinic to contact me for a consultation but again, nothing.
Dreadful customer service and aftercare.
It certainly appears to me that if the procedure doesn’t go well, Optical Express will ignore the problem, hoping it will just go away.
I’m left with worse vision, £7.5k out of pocket, and feeling like I’ve been conned.
I definitely regret having the procedure done with Optical Express.

11 March 2026
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Reply from Optical Express UK

We are sorry to learn that you do not feel that you are continuing to enjoy the full benefits of your eye surgery procedure. We are also sorry to learn of your continued dissatisfaction, and that you have been unhappy with the way your concerns have been handled.

If you would like to discuss any concerns that you do not feel have been addressed to your satisfaction, we invite you to contact our Customer Service team on 01236 795 010. Alternatively, you can contact us via email by sending details of any outstanding or ongoing concerns to customerservice@opticalexpress.com.

If you would like more information on how we handle complaints, or information on your next steps if you are dissatisfied with our response to any concerns you have previously raised, this can be found on our website – www.opticalexpress.co.uk/how-to-complain

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experice

Great experice. Staff friendly and professional. Would recommend.

21 July 2026
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Reply from Optical Express UK

Thanks for the kind words Gareth, and it means a lot that you'd recommend us.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

All about the money

I called optical express wanting a check up on my lens replacement surgery. Its been 8 months since the surgery. I've been abroad for the last 3 months, so this is the first chance I have of going to see them after the 6 months beding in, getting used to it period. I was told that given my symptons I should go in to see them within 24hours. I cannot do that, can't just drop life, take a day off work with no notice at all. So I asked for another option. The only other option is a later appointment which I have to pay for.
All smiles whilst they are taking your money...

21 July 2026
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Reply from Optical Express UK

We are sorry to learn that you have been dissatisfied with your aftercare following your surgical procedure. We aim to be fully transparent with all of our patients at the outset of their journey with Optical Express. The associated terms and conditions of treatment are provided to each patient at their initial consultation appointment. In addition, our active terms and conditions of surgery are available on our website for all prospective patients to view prior to attending their consultation appointment. Our current terms and conditions of treatment, along with our Informed Consent information, can be viewed here - www.opticalexpress.co.uk/about/patient-journey.

Based on our records, the advice provided by our clinical team was that, in light of the symptoms you reported, you should be assessed within 24 hours. We advised that this assessment could be carried out at an Optical Express clinic, by a local eye care provider, or, if neither option was available, by attending your local Accident & Emergency department.

Whilst you elected to not attend as per our strong clinical recommendation, I would ask that you reach out to our Customer Contact Centre on 0800 023 2020 to discuss arranging an appointment.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Was tested in ST.Enochs today

Was tested in ST.Enochs today. Yvonne helped me with my glasses.It was very professional and the staff were so good.

21 July 2026
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Reply from Optical Express UK

Thanks for the amazing review Jamie. It's good to know you were well looked after by the team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My long sightedness is sorted …

A fantastic team here at Optical Express made my lens replacement easy and wow - what a difference the new lenses have made! The aftercare has been great. Iwana (and especially Louisa) in reception deserve a special mention for their warm welcome, efficiency and cups of tea to steady my nerves. Hamish took the time to explain everything pre and post surgery while my new lenses settled in. I now have better than 20:20 vision having struggled for years with long sightedness.

21 July 2026
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Reply from Optical Express UK

Thank you so much for this incredible feedback! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that your procedure has been life changing for you. Hearing how much of a positive impact we have made on your vision and life is the ultimate reward. Thank you for your trust and your high recommendation!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We came to the Kilmarnock Rd branch…

We came to the Kilmarnock Rd branch today . The staff were lovely. They explained exactly what would happen . We had a bit of a giggle as well. It was a very positive experience.

21 July 2026
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Reply from Optical Express UK

Glad to hear you enjoyed your visit to our Shawlands clinic Joanne!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was at the optical Express @ st Enoch…

I was at the optical Express @ st Enoch centre and was treated well by
Elisha who helped with my glasses. could not do enough for me many thanks.

21 July 2026
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Reply from Optical Express UK

It's fantastic to read your review Shaun. We'll pass your kind words on to Elisha and the team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Expertise and knowledge is 100%

Expertise and knowledge is 100% as advertised and procedure carried out without any problems on both eyes.

Aftercare by staff members is 5* re-appointments are very quick. I would recommend OPTICAL EXPRESS to anyone who is thinking about eye surgery.

Like to express a personal thanks to staff members Sabrinah & Azal for their professionalism and their customer care throughout the entire process

Much appriciated

20 July 2026
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Reply from Optical Express UK

Thanks for the amazing review. It's great to hear that you were so well looked after by the team at White City.

To find out how both you and your friends and family can benefit
from your positive experience, please visit our website. https://www2.opticalexpress.co.uk/refer-a-friend/

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had a ST in ST.Enochs with Gemma

Had a ST in ST.Enochs with Gemma. Yvonne helped. I had a great visit and eyes are gd

21 July 2026
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Reply from Optical Express UK

Thanks for the great review Kazz. We hope to see you in our St Enoch's clinic again in the future.

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