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EyeBuyDirect.com sells prescription eyeglasses and frames, as well as sunglasses.


eyebuydirect.com
Founded in 2005
Pasadena, CA
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Eyebuydirect Reviews Summary

The company has garnered a solid reputation for providing affordable, quality eyewear, with many customers praising the extensive selection and effective virtual try-on feature. Satisfaction with product quality is prevalent, particularly for prescription glasses, which are often noted as a cost-effective alternative to traditional retailers. However, concerns regarding slow shipping times and excessive communication, particularly following orders, have been highlighted as significant drawbacks. While most customers express overall satisfaction, the inconsistency in delivery and customer service experiences indicates room for improvement in operational efficiency and support responsiveness.

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1,495
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5,187
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5,187
returns
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quality
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Connecticut
8 reviews
20 helpful votes
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I ordered a pair of glasses and upon receiving them I noticed that I had a little nick in it so I called the company and customer service was beyond superb they emailed me a shipping label to send it back and sent me new glasses I will never go anywhere else to buy glasses but from them I can't speak highly enough about their customer service best customer service I've ever ever dealt with

Date of experience: November 20, 2015
Georgia
1 review
10 helpful votes
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The only reason I'm taking off a star is because they give you a fake tracking number, which I've seen on other reviews, and seems shady and pointless.
That being said, I've very please with my purchase. I placed my order on 10/18 and received various emails updating me on where the glasses were in the process, and finally an email saying they've been shipped on 10/22. Again, the tracking number didn't work, but I received my glasses 10/27, so it was pretty quick. The prescription seems accurate, just from the few minutes I wore them to try them on. I don't really care for how they look on me, which is a risk you take when you buy glasses online (they were much smaller than they looked on the model), but since theyre sunglasses I got mostly just for driving, I'm very pleased with what I got for only $30.

Date of experience: October 27, 2015
Florida
1 review
2 helpful votes
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Really awesome website!
October 13, 2015

"This is the best company! They have so many different frames to pick from and they have awesome customer service! Also, if you don't like the glasses your can return them and they donate they glasses you don't use. I'm so happy someone told me about this site. I've bought two glasses and just ordered another pair. They always have promos going on so make sure you put your email in! I am one happy customer. Shipping isn't that expensive I want to say 4 dollars for paid of 15 dollar glasses!"

Date of experience: October 13, 2015
Wisconsin
1 review
13 helpful votes
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The few bucks saved did not outweigh the blurry vision and headaches.

Date of experience: September 10, 2015
Delaware
4 reviews
10 helpful votes
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I always thought it was nuts to pay $300 for a piece of wire and a couple of pieces of plastic (i. E. eye glasses). Then I found EyeBuyDirect. Easy to use, and for $60 (bifocals) or $100 (progressives) I can get great looking eyeglasses that totally work.

But this week, when I dropped my glasses in gravel and then someone stepped on them, and I called EyeBuyDirect thinking I'd have to start from scratch and instead was told replacements just cost shipping I thought I'd died and gone to heaven.

ILoveEyeBuyDirect!

Date of experience: September 3, 2015
New York
1 review
4 helpful votes
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Better than expected
August 17, 2015

This is my first time buying glasses from online. I wasn't expecting much but thought I would give it a try since the prices were significantly cheaper than buying from a store. I was surprised by the quantity of the glasses. I bought two single vision glasses with a total of around $72 and I like both pairs very much. The frames are nice quality and the prescription was on point. One thing I didn't like and like one the reviewers mentioned was that they didn't provide me with the correct tracking number. The number they gave me was invalid but my package still arrived within two weeks of ordering. I didn't buy any "complex" prescription glasses (progressive etc) so I can't validate the quality of those but for those who need single vision prescription glasses and are looking for cheaper but still good quality options check them out!

Date of experience: August 17, 2015
New York
1 review
4 helpful votes
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Amazing Service
August 15, 2015

First time purchasing from this company for my glasses. When I received them, the lenses were significantly distorting my vision. I reached out to customer service to return them and get a new pair, and we determined that I had entered the prescription incorrectly. I sent them the correct prescription, and they sent a new pair out to me quickly completely free of charge. Customer service was extremely helpful and understanding; I will definitely use their service again!

Date of experience: August 15, 2015
Virginia
1 review
5 helpful votes
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I have purchased from this company three times now. Both of my children wear glasses and you can't beat the prices. The glasses were made well, fit well and the prescription was (as expected-even for inexpensive prescription eyewear) exactly right. Great company and I will continue to be a loyal customer. Thank you!

Date of experience: August 4, 2015
New York
1 review
3 helpful votes
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Amazing!
July 29, 2015

This company is incredible. Not only have they saved me a ton of money they've saved me time. The process of looking and choosing frames is beyond easy. I love, love, love my glasses. To top it all off, I even ended up scratching the lenses on a pair, they replaced the frame and lenses for free! - the $6(shipping and handling). The customer service, both phone and instant chat is awesome.

I'm a customer for life and I'll tell everyone I know about them.

Date of experience: July 28, 2015
Australia
1 review
21 helpful votes
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Frame was lopsided. A screw top was missing. The lenses were so thick it was a joke - I've paid less at another company for a much lower index and the lenses were thinner than these ones I paid more for a higher index - eyebuydirect says their supplier must use thicker lenses (I doubt that and if so it's a rip off to charge more then). Worst of all - the prescription was totally off - I couldn't even see out of them, it was like they'd filled the prescription in just two spots so if I twisted my head I could see clearly out of one tiny part of each of the lenses - and the spot that appeared to have prescription was in a different position in each of the lenses! An absolute joke. I've now read many reviews saying the same thing - how are these people in business? Then you have to return them because they made a mistake with prescription AND the frames are faulty, but they wanted me to pay return shipping overseas and a restocking fee! BEWARE! Never buying through eyebuydirect again and will actively warn others away

Date of experience: May 16, 2015
Washington
2 reviews
5 helpful votes
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Wow! I am so surprised and impressed. I got a replacement pair of glasses in the mail without asking!

I contacted them last month and said that my Rx was wrong in my new glasses. (Honestly, it was my fault.) They said the frame was out of stock but I could order a new pair. I decided to wait because I love my frames so much. I never contacted them back.

Today, in the mail, I received a surprise corrected pair. So Impressed! I am submitting this review wherever I can. They try hard to please.

Date of experience: April 18, 2015
Indiana
1 review
19 helpful votes
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I ordered two pairs on march 7. Got no news from them for two weeks so I sent an email requesting to cancel my order. What did you know! Three days after sending this email, they "shipped" my order, but two days later, the tracking number is still unverifiable. Figured out that its a fake tracking number. This is a pathetic trick out of the old book in a cheap attempt to sway me from canceling. Never buy from this company

Date of experience: March 25, 2015
California
1 review
10 helpful votes
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Pure Swap Meet Crap
March 20, 2015

I bought boulevard frames with prescription lenses from EBD. The frames are the cheapest quality plastic I've seen. The screws won't stay in place. I'm tightening them every other day. I didn't get the upgraded lenses so they get oils on them that won't come off with hit water and soap. Why even off such crap lenses. I ordered new glasses from another online vendor and they are great. Much heavier plastic and I got the better lenses all in for less than my EBD swap meet specials. EBD sucks!

Date of experience: March 20, 2015
Ohio
6 reviews
41 helpful votes
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Surprisingly good...
March 14, 2015

I read all of the negative reviews after I had placed my order and had a sinking feeling the glasses may never arrive or be the wrong prescription. I was happily surprised that the prescription was perfect on all three pair. I ordered the prescription on Feb 23 and they arrived on March14,2015. It seemed like a long time, having broken my only pair, but technically it was 15 working days.

Date of experience: March 14, 2015
Utah
1 review
10 helpful votes
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I've purchased several pairs of glasses from this vendor. The first time was a pair of single-vision computer glasses. No problems. The second time was a pair of progressive lens. The frames were disappointing, but that's a hazard when buying from a picture on a website. The third time I decided to order the frames with the idea that I could return them to have lens put in afterwards. So much run-around I gave up and just ordered a new pair with progressive lens. The glasses came, but then I noticed that they weren't properly ground. The focal point was much too high, requiring me to peer through the top of the lenses instead of straight through the middle of the lens. I complained--run-around. "Send me your prescription", as if that had anything to do with an improperly profiled lens.

Apparently it's true--you get what you pay for.

If you just need cheap glasses for a simple prescription, I think they will do fine, but if there is a problem, don't expect much. They ain't Apple. For more complex prescriptions try Lenscrafters or some other brick and mortar place where they will insure your satisfaction before charging your credit card.

Date of experience: March 4, 2015
California
9 reviews
56 helpful votes
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I have purchased maybe 10-12 pairs of glasses from Eye-Buy-Direct and the service is excellent. The quality of the frames is above average and I have nor has my daughter ever had issues with the lenses. The prices are great when compared to buying at the local stores, Lenscrafter's or even COSTCO.

Date of experience: March 3, 2015
Pennsylvania
6 reviews
10 helpful votes
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LOVED IT
December 18, 2014

LOVED IT.
I bought glasses here, they were light-weight, so I worried that they wouldn't be as good of a product as that which I could find in the store (or at the mall), but they have been holding up EXTREMELY well (and I have three kids, so it can get rough at my house!). Inexpensive, they have great customer service and so nice.

Date of experience: December 18, 2014
Louisiana
1 review
3 helpful votes
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I bought some a pair of glasses from them Summer 2011. They included a case and wipe cloth. These glasses continue to last and are still in good condition. They didn't take a long time to arrive and I got them for under $15 total with tax and shipping. I plan to buy another pair from them soon and I have recommended them to all my friends.

Date of experience: November 4, 2014
New York
2 reviews
5 helpful votes
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Just received my order; delivered to my door. What can I say? I am pleasantly surprised. I can only compare this to my experience with brick and mortar eyeglass shops. So, here goes...(EBD=EyeBuyDirect [1] Frame selection – EBD has a much better selection in every category to include designer brands. [2] Customer Service – EBD is very easy to reach 24/7 and has live chat and email options. Very responsive, knowledgeable and helpful. Better than any of my experiences with store personnel. The doctor that did my eye exam messed up and I had to submit a revised prescription to EBD and there were extremely understanding and helpful. [3] Delivery – Some stores can make your glasses in an hour. And you PAY for that convenience. Most stores will ship them to your door and that takes 10-14 business days. EBD does a much better job of sending status updates and tracking numbers. I prefer my experience with EBD. [4] Quality of product – EBD frames and lenses are better. [5] Fit – EBD frames did NOT require adjustments. I took them out of the case and put them on, ready to go. Store bought glasses have always required adjustments and even return visits to have them re-adjusted 24 hours later… [6] Other – Let's talk about accessories. EBD sent my glasses in a nice hard case with a microfiber lens cloth for each pair! Stores typically don't provide hard cases, but will offer to sell you one. [7] Appeal – I like my EBD frames better. My Girlfriend gave me a quick thumbs up and told me to ditch the new store bought frames. Guess that sums it up well. [8] Value - If you like paying more money, go to a store. EBD is the best value and I saved a LOT of cash with EBD. [9] Overall – I am much more pleased with EBD than any other experience with eyeglasses.
Thank you so much EyeBuyDirect.com!
EBD Order Number *******

Date of experience: October 1, 2014
Georgia
1 review
9 helpful votes
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I am not sure why they have such a LOW rating but let me be the first to keep it real!

I ordered the Robbie frame (with the white handles) on 9/19/14. I have received them on 9/29/2014. The glasses are in excellent condition! I love them! I will never ever ever go to Walmart of anywhere else for glasses. I got these babies for 15.00! They always have sales and coupons. They also give you loyalty dollars which you may use at checkout. These people are the business. Do not go by these reviews b/c I sure didn't. I went with my budget. Check them out!

Date of experience: September 30, 2014