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SmartBuyGlasses CA Reviews Summary

SmartBuyGlasses CA has a rating of 1.9 stars from 140 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers dissatisfied with SmartBuyGlasses CA most frequently mention customer service, credit card and several times. SmartBuyGlasses CA ranks 147th among Eyeglasses sites.

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Canada
1 review
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Do not buy beware
May 23, 2025

I recently purchased prescription sunglasses, pretty straightforward purchase. I receive the shipment and the glasses come with clear lenses. I respond explaining this was not what was ordered. After much back and forth and the company blaming me for the error, saying i had not selected tint they asked me to return them for a refund at my cost, $ 60… I then responded with a photo of my glasses and get this,, the actual tinted lenses that were sent within the package that were also sent. So they sent me frames with clear lenses and the sunglasses lenses seperately within the packaging and blamed me for the error when it was clearly the error of the company, the response, silence. I have purchased glasses online without issue, this experience has been beyond terrible and would not recommend this company and if I could give this review zero stars I would, beyond disappointing.

Date of experience: May 22, 2025
SmartBuyGlasses S. SmartBuyGlasses CA Rep
4 months ago

Hello Andy,

Thanks for sharing your experience, and I'm truly sorry to hear how frustrating this has been for you.

I completely understand your disappointment—receiving clear lenses when you expected prescription sunglasses is not the experience we aim to provide. I see we've already been in touch via email, so I’ll be following up with you shortly there to resolve this properly.

Thanks again for your patience, and I’ll speak to you soon.

Sincerely,
Frances

Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Rip off on returns
January 30, 2025

My Tom Ford frame didn't fit as expected, and I had to pay over $30 for returning them. This is my first and last time of dealing with them

Date of experience: January 30, 2025
SmartBuyGlasses S. SmartBuyGlasses CA Rep
8 months ago

Hello Sebastian,

Thanks again for sharing your feedback.

I’m sorry to hear about your experience with the item and our return process. I see you’ve already responded to our private message, and I truly appreciate your patience. I’ll continue assisting you privately to ensure we resolve this as smoothly as possible.

Sincerely,
Frances

Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Bad experience
April 14, 2024

I went to my sons eye doctor follow up and he told me that smartbuyglasses should let people know that the pupil need to be in a specific point in the glass and that this can only be correctly mesure with the right instrument.

So thanks to this I need to pay for lents I already paid for!

This for me it not ok! We cannot trust them witth our prescriptions.

Date of experience: April 14, 2024
SmartBuyGlasses S. SmartBuyGlasses CA Rep
over a year old

Hi Nadia,

Thank you for reaching out and sharing your recent experience with SmartBuyGlasses. I'm really sorry to hear about the inconvenience you faced during your son's eye doctor follow-up appointment. It's truly disappointing when expectations aren't met, especially when it comes to something as important as vision correction. I understand the importance of having properly corrected lenses to suit your eyesight. We are committed to ensuring that you receive the correct prescription and a comfortable fit.

Please do not worry, we are open for assessment if there is an issue with your prescription lenses, and we offer a 100-day Return service, you can find more information here: https://www.smartbuyglasses.ch/returns

As we genuinely value your business with us, I will get in touch with you immediately via private message and will help you effectively resolve this issue.

Sincerely,
Elveen

Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Above and beyond
November 21, 2023

They did everything they needed to do in order to contact me ( Text, email and call) to ensure they had my correct order and that the sizing was correct. They to the time to inform me every step that was being taken via email.

Date of experience: November 20, 2023
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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SMARTBUYGLASSES IS #1
September 26, 2023

There's no sunglasses store like Smartbuyglasses I will always buy my sunglasses from smartbuyglasses

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Date of experience: June 20, 2023
Canada
1 review
6 helpful votes
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Good sunglasses.
June 20, 2023

Good price, best product! Only the delivery time is a little long. The importe point to mention is we can try the product on the web site, it's amazing!

Date of experience: June 20, 2023
Canada
1 review
7 helpful votes
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It cost me 22$ to return the fake designer sunglasses that arrived from Hong Kong. Very disappointed that a.ca webpage sales Chinese copies of designer sunglasses to Canadians pretending they are authentic…

Date of experience: May 13, 2023
Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote
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They stock nothing
April 10, 2023

Everything looks like it's in stock and they allow a customer to buy and pay …… then they go " Source " the glasses … takes weeks and they always back order …. Do not buy from https://www.smartbuyglasses.ca
Bait and switch…..

Date of experience: April 10, 2023
SmartBuyGlasses M. SmartBuyGlasses CA Rep
over a year old

Hi Kris,

I am terribly sorry to hear about your poor experience. Please be assured that we are transparent about our processing and delivery time on our website here: https://www.smartbuyglasses.ca/faq/12591/shipping-time

We also send weekly updates to the customers so they know what is happening with the order.

I would love to further explain and assist you with your order. In order to do so, may I ask for your order ID?

Regards,
Steffany

Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Return Process
January 31, 2023

Return process not valid. Non workable links and vague customer support with references to "a dedicated team member" addressing the issue. Glasses shouldn't be this difficult to return if SmartGlasses.ca are a genuine and reputable company dedicated to customer service and products satisfaction.

Date of experience: January 31, 2023
Canada
1 review
3 helpful votes
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Do not order frames from SmartBuyGlasses. I tried to make a return and the customer service is AWFUL. I didn't get returned for my entire return and they have made me repeat myself to multiple reps, all of which asked me the same questions before passing me to someone else. There was clearly a processing issue with my return, but instead of taking responsibility for it, they asked me for photos (!) of the box I returned. I am out more than $700 and have little hope of ever getting my money back.

Date of experience: November 11, 2022
Canada
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
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Scammers
November 5, 2022

Bought a pair of in-stock sunglasses only to be emails the next day that the item happens to be unavailable and must take weeks to be ordered from the manufacturer. This is total bait and switch. Now that they have my money I'm SOL. Do not buy from these scammers!

Date of experience: November 5, 2022
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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What an amazing company this place is. My glasses are perfect. The whole experience was amazing. I cannot recommend this website enough.

Date of experience: October 28, 2022
Canada
3 reviews
2 helpful votes
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DO NOT BUY!
July 21, 2022

After waiting past the 7-10 days for my order, I chatted with a customer service rep. She said my order was on hold because they didn't have my PD which I sent twice with the original order. She then came back and said that the order was completed on July 14th (chat attached) but didn't know why they had not shipped. I then received an email from the customer service person saying that they didn't have my PD. I sent it twice more but still don't have my glasses.

Update - Received my glasses but there is more...
After receiving my glasses they seemed a bit off, blurry in sections. The prescription was the same one I usually wear but I figured I should wear them for a while and see if my eyes will adjust. After 3 weeks I notified SmartBuyGlasses customer support and they said to explain the problem so I said there are areas that are blurry. They said I should wear them for a couple of weeks and I stated that I have been wearing them for 3 weeks and the problem is still there. They then told me that if I cannot describe the problem more specifically to the optometrist that they would not be able to refund them and I would have to send them back on the 100-day return policy (where you pay for shipping) which I argued several times. They then gave me a return number that would expire in 7 days so I had to ship them express that same day to get them there on time which cost me almost $40. After 2 weeks and several more emails, they finally gave me a refund for $35 less than what I paid. Now costing me $75 and still no glasses.

I finally went to Len Crafters and paid the premium price which was $200 more than SmartBuyGlasses plus the $75 for my bad mistake of buying from SmartBuyGlasses. The new ones are absolutely perfect and actually look different than the same Tom Ford models I received from SmartBuyGlasses.

BTW - the response from them saying they will help but I didn't provide order details is also wrong. I uploaded my full order on this site and they called me.

Date of experience: July 21, 2022
SmartBuyGlasses M. SmartBuyGlasses CA Rep
over a year old

Hi Kris,

Thank you for your feedback.

I'm very sorry that your order got delayed, the lens processing time is 7-10 working days, after receiving your order, our Lab will need to verify the prescription first and if they need further information they will send a private email to you.

You can find the shipping information here: https://www.smartbuyglasses.ca/faq/12591/shipping-time

I would like to assist you further unfortunately, we did not receive your order ID, please provide your order details so I can send you a private email.

Sincerely,

Lauren

Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote
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SCAM
July 11, 2022

They are quick to take you money. After three weeks and numerous emails I was told they cannot install polarized lenses into a full frame rim. 3 days later still no pending refund on my credit card. If the the price is to good to be true you know why.

Date of experience: July 11, 2022
SmartBuyGlasses M. SmartBuyGlasses CA Rep
over a year old

Hello Jason,

I am truly sorry to know that polarized lenses cannot be installed in your chosen frames and that you have not received your refund. Please be informed that polarization may not be compatible with all frame shapes. Please let me help you resolve this issue and let me check your refund. For me to this this, kindly provide me with your order details.

I hope to hear from you soon.

Sincerely,
Katherine

Arizona
1 review
1 helpful vote
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I will never ebver buy fo this ae agai. It took a month to recived them to find the progressive lens were made to high and should be lowered. They would not let me keep them untill a replacment was sent as I had broken my prior sunglasses. They want me to return and wait another month unexceptable! And not to mention myglasses were full price to have lens not made right! $243 down the drain.

Date of experience: May 22, 2022
India
1 review
2 helpful votes
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Please stay away from the company. They are total fraud. Orders are never shipped and they give stupid excuses all the time. They should be banned from internet.

Date of experience: May 16, 2022
Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote
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HORRIBLE service
April 7, 2022

My first time buying my contact lenses that i could afford, i thought the prices were good... was going to order monthly... so excited til I got hit with a Duty charge. HARD to understand especially when they say they areva Canadian Company. This is A Lie. Sounds like a scam... And nooo where was I warned about having to pay a heafty duty fee. So upsetting... Wrong on their part... I should of had a choice... and it's impossible to get a hold of them. Very frusting. Save your money buy elsewhere more legit and honest!
Melodie

Date of experience: April 7, 2022
SmartBuyGlasses M. SmartBuyGlasses CA Rep
over a year old

Hi Melodie,

First of all, I am sorry to hear that you have been charged with custom fees. Please note that you can send us the tax invoice for reimbursement. We would love to resolve this problem for you, however, we did not receive your order ID with your review.

Could you kindly provide your order ID so I can assist you?

Sincerely,
Famekha

Arizona
1 review
8 helpful votes
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Fraud
February 1, 2022

Terrible experience. I ordered my contact lenses online correctly. I would receive and email that my order did not match the prescription. I was advised to re order. I took a picture of my order. I once again received an email that " my order did not match the prescription. They emailed me a " copy" of my order( I did not match my order at all- screenshot to prove it. My CC was charged again and again…. Do NOT order from this website…..

Date of experience: February 1, 2022
SmartBuyGlasses M. SmartBuyGlasses CA Rep
over a year old

Hi there,

Thanks for sharing your feedback with us.

We would love to resolve this problem for you, however, we did not receive your order ID with your review.

Could you kindly provide your order ID so I can assist you?

Sincerely,
Hannah

Canada
0 reviews
1 helpful vote
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I ordered my contacts through them. After I had ordered I read the reviews about them and the delivery company they use. I saw the most awful reviews about both and I was started to get super nervouse. BUT! I recieved my contacts 3 days earlier then expected AND they were the perfect strength in perscription and perfect fit. I am very happy with my contacts.

Date of experience: January 24, 2022
SmartBuyGlasses M. SmartBuyGlasses CA Rep
over a year old

Hi Shannon,

Thank you for your feedback.

I'm so glad to hear that you are happy with your purchase, Our company’s top priority is making sure our customers are 100% satisfied. It's customers like you that make our job wonderful. We look forward to serving you again.

Sincerely,

Lauren

Canada
0 reviews
2 helpful votes
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Oakley OX3248 SELLER
January 21, 2022

Bought my Oakley glasses on line from Smartbuy glasses last week. The online customer service contacted me immediately after receipt of order to inform me of the process. I did originally order 2 pairs but the Hugo Boss were unfortunately out of stock. The oakleys arrived early and are 5 star. They were 1/2 the price buying on line versus buying the same pair in Calgary. My only gripe is that the Smartbuy website still has the Hugo Boss glasses advertised even though they don't carry them anymore.

Date of experience: January 20, 2022
SmartBuyGlasses M. SmartBuyGlasses CA Rep
over a year old

Hi Mike,

We are grateful that you took the time out to leave us a review. Your feedback helps us to improve service for everyone, and we hope we will provide a perfect experience next time.

Sincerely,

Famekha

From the business

Largest Range, Best Service, Great prices!

SmartBuyGlasses is fully dedicated to providing our Canada customers with the largest range of designer sunglasses, prescription eyewear, contact lenses, optical products and optical services at the best possible prices. Our customers can always rely on us for a vast selection of optical products from the latest eyewear trends to the classics that never go out of style. We pride ourselves in offering our customers great deals daily and guarantee an enjoyable shopping experience.


smartbuyglasses.ca
Founded in 2005
Vancouver, BC, Canada
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