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SmartBuyGlasses Reviews Summary

SmartBuyGlasses has a rating of 3.2 stars from 1,756 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with SmartBuyGlasses most frequently mention customer service, fast delivery and ray ban. SmartBuyGlasses ranks 13th among Eyeglasses sites.

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value
187
shipping
194
returns
79
quality
180
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1 review
3 helpful votes
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I ordered my item start of February 14' and waited over 4 weeks, constantly chasing for updates very little response was told to send I. D? I have just read on here they have asked other people for I. D which is very concerning?! I waited a further couple of weeks finally deciding someone thing was wrong. AGAIN no updates and then to my dismay on chasing them up found out the item was out of stock?! Promised call backs but every excuse under the sun was made with no attempt to call."phone lines are down"."management aren't letting us call"."time difference issues?"
Was told to order another model. I do not want to purchase a different model, I wanted the model which I had originally choose. I would advise SmartBuy to ensure no other customer has to experience what I have been through, I would advise you to update your sites to show this item is out of stock. I would also suggest you to inform customers when items are not in stock at the time of purchase and not when customer is chasing for updates as this is not good and if I were to be a secret shopping I think you would fail on all levels of customer service.

Date of experience: February 24, 2014
SmartBuyGlasses S. — SmartBuyGlasses Rep
over a year old

Hi there,
Thank you for your feedback. We completely understand your frustration and would like to investigate on our side what went wrong with your order, as well as check how we can resolve the issue.
Therefore, we would like to ask you to contact us at servicemanager@smartbuyglasses.com, providing Order ID

Looking forward to hearing from you.
Kind regards,
SBG

Poland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Hi,
February 24, 2014

Hi,
I' d like to thank you for fast delivery and a product that really met my expectations, for sure I will come back and I recommend your shop to everyone,
Regards,
Dawid

Date of experience: February 24, 2014
Wisconsin
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very. Please with the online process and the quality of my glasses

Date of experience: February 15, 2014
South Africa
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The site is easy to use, and I got my glasses safety and quickly.

Date of experience: February 13, 2014
District of Columbia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I am so glad I came across their website. I saved over $350 just by buying from them and walking out of the Lenscrafter store. Their stuff is authentic, came in original box as promised. My box shipped from Hong Kong, but there weren't any issues in terms of time or anything. I would highly recommend SBG and am very close to purchase a pair of prescription sunglasses from them soon... their prices are so good, it's irresistible. Their customer service is also very good, emails are promptly replied to. I had a very minor issue which was resolved by a partial refund (although I would've preferred product replacement, ideally).

Date of experience: February 13, 2014
Sweden
1 review
2 helpful votes
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The prices are very competitive! But the shipping is extremely. I have made three purchases and every time it has taken between 6 - 8 weeks to receive my order.

Date of experience: February 12, 2014
Washington
1 review
2 helpful votes
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I was skeptical like most about purchasing prescription glasses online. But after having a bad experience at my local Lenscrafters (I had to tilt my head to see clearly through the glasses they made for me and was told to wear them for a week - it never got better), I decided to try this company out. I went to Americas Best and got my eyes checked again (don't forget to ask for pupillary distance), and then placed my order with SmartBuyGlasses.

In summary, the price for frames and prescription glasses can not be beat. I knocked off one star for the overall time it takes to get the glasses (about a month total). They keep you well informed with tracking emails. I ordered three pairs altogether, and they all came from Hong Kong. Regarding authenticity, they are the real deal. I am happy with my purchase and will order designer glasses from them in the future. The total price was less than half of what it would cost me here in the U.S. (Chicago). If the price was a little less and customer service was better I would continue to patronize businesses here but come on? Gouge me on the lenses and send me home with the wrong prescription? Shame on you Lenscrafters and all the power to SmartBuyGlasses.com.

Date of experience: February 12, 2014
Mexico
1 review
2 helpful votes
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I received my order on time, with exactly what I ordered. Fast delivery, good price... I will definitely return to buy again... Great experience. Totally recommended.

Date of experience: February 12, 2014
Arizona
1 review
1 helpful vote
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February 12, 2014

... very happy with my results... am an optical trained person and have checked out the glasses with Great results... the lenses were perfect, made as thin as possible, the curves helped contribute to these results, the anti reflective coating is of high quality, and the polycarbonate material is wonderful... my initial reason for using Smart Buy was the frame price but when I found out the lens price I was surprised... during the initial order process, a few days later I changed the prescription Without Any Problem. My changes were acknowledged and followed. All standards were followed with respect to quality standards & results were also enclosed with my glasses & cleaning kit. IF there is Any comment to add to improve my service I would have to say that an expected delivery time could have been stated more clearly for people. But I had no problem with that since eyeglasses are manufactured specifically for each individual. Have no fear, your glasses will be made Perfectly & the Price & Value are Superior. And NO, this is an unbiased review, I am in the USA & have No problem answering or responding to any inquiries. As previous stated I initially used them due to the availability of the frame & the fantastic price. Yes, they are a Top Of The Line operation! Sincerely, AL... better known as Godzilla.

Date of experience: February 12, 2014
Sweden
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Good prices an many choices. Fast delivery!
But I wonder if Ray Ban sunglasses in size L are the same in US as in Sweden, The the pair I got was larger than the ones in L that I compared with here...
But, I liked them anyway so...

Date of experience: February 12, 2014
South Africa
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Sunglasses were delivered within the time frame. Very quick service and reasonable prices - THANK YOU!

Date of experience: February 11, 2014
South Africa
1 review
4 helpful votes
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Very quick and professional service. The particular sunglasses that I ordered was out of stock - Smart Buy Glasses contacted me straight away with alternative options as well as offered me a discount on my alternative order. The order was shipped to me in record time and I was very happy with my order.

Date of experience: February 11, 2014
South Africa
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Low prices, Excellent product and Quick shipping. What more can you ask for?

Date of experience: February 11, 2014
South Africa
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Ordered and received Sunglasses within a week. No Hassles, no fuss.

Date of experience: February 11, 2014
Maine
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
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I was so happy to find the classic oversized YSL frames I had been looking for at Frames Direct for a fraction of the cost my local optical shop would charge for the frames alone. They are the same frames just without the bricks & mortar middleman. Service was excellent - I had to call with a question, and they answered promptly and we're very helpful. Great products, great service.

Date of experience: February 11, 2014
Texas
1 review
1 helpful vote
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It is my first time buying glasses online, I bought a pair of gucci glasses for myself and some versace for my mom and we LOVE THEM. They ship fast and everything was great. I had some questions about the glasses and they responded fast. SO OVERALL GREAT SERVICE, GREAT CUSTOMER SUPPORT. I LOVE YOU SMARTBUYGLASSES! :)

Date of experience: February 11, 2014
South Africa
1 review
1 helpful vote
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I have ordered myself a pair and my hubby. It was fast sufficent and had no problems whatsoever. My hubby lost his glasses. So i thought ide vuy him abother pair for his bday and cane in time and again had no problems. Dodnt have to follow up or anything thanx for the good service. Will def keep buying from u :)

Date of experience: February 11, 2014
Florida
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Wonderful customer service, great selection and prompt delivery. I highly recommend them!

Date of experience: February 11, 2014
Michigan
1 review
1 helpful vote
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I placed an order for two different pairs of Smith Scope ski goggles on Jan 29th. On Feb 3rd, I logged in to check the status of my order which noted that both pairs were "Backordered". I did not receive an email from SmartBuyGlasses to tell me this. I emailed SmartBuyGlasses customer service and they confirmed that the goggles were backordered and wouldn't ship for 1-4 weeks! (Please note that these goggles are STILL listed on their website as a dispatch time of "5-11 working days"!) This is extremely mis-leading. Also after reading from many people that things are shipping from China I wouldn't ever take the risk on their shipping times. I ordered the same goggles from another more trusted website on Feb 4 and received them on Feb 6. Without paying any extra costs in shipping. Now THAT is service. As a frequent online shopper, I expect shipment within 2-5 days and receipt within 5-10 days.
Note that after 3 emails with SmartBuySunglasses (they were trying to get me to buy a different pair of goggles instead of my backordered ones. No thank you), they agreed to refund my money and the refund posted on Feb 7th. WARNING, despite them saying they are US company - there is a Foreign Transaction Charge and this is non-refundable. So at the end of the day I lost my personal time emailing this company back and forth, and lost the $1.18 foreign transaction charge. Thank goodness I ordered elsewhere and have them in time for our ski trip. I will never use SmartBuyGlasses "USA" again.

Date of experience: February 10, 2014
SmartBuyGlasses S. — SmartBuyGlasses Rep
over a year old

Dear Laura,
Thank you for this feedback, I completely understand your frustration.

From time to time we may receive notification from our suppliers that specific pair / brand takes longer to be delivered. That's usually due to the brand's popularity /exclusivity or limited production line. In such situations we always provide several solutions how to resolve the issue.
If the customer requests to get full refund for the unavailable purchase, we will process transaction within 24 hours from our side; however it usually takes 2-4 working days for the bank to process transaction.
Please, note that additional foreign transaction fee is set up by your bank, and not charged by us.
We apologize for any inconveniences caused and thank you for your time and patience.
If you have any further questions, please, get back to us at servicemanager@smartbuyglasses.com

Kind regards,
SBG

Malta
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The only shortcoming they have is shiping time too long. Customer service good. Whenever i sent emails, they replied in a very short time explaining my query. I am overall satisfied and would use site again.

Date of experience: February 10, 2014

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Since 2006, SmartBuyGlasses has been a market leader in the online designer eyewear industry. With the biggest selection of designer sunglasses, glasses, and contact lenses, SmartBuyGlasses has delivered eyewear to thousands of satisfied customers.


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Founded in 2005
New York, NY, United States