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New York
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Awesome
March 5, 2015

I had a wonderful experience with this company. The shipping wasn't too long - I think it was about 2 weeks. Customer service (through email) helped me when I needed to make a change to my glasses. & price was low! I would def buy from them again

Date of experience: March 5, 2015
Finland
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Interesting tactics they have. I'm sorry I didn't search the company before placing my order over four weeks ago. The glasses have been paid, but no sign of them as of yet. 5 to 11 days delivery, my a$$.

I am rating the service with 2 stars because I'm still hoping to receive the sunnies.

This company should really put an effort if they want to be as reliable as they claim to be in their numerous promising emails.

Date of experience: June 20, 2013
Washington
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Until I receive the glasses I ordered I give them a 1. I was told on more than one occasion that they were on back order and at other times they were in process. I ordered them on Dec 2 and still don't have them on Feb 22. I received an email telling me that they were being processed in the lens lab on Feb 10 and it said they would ship in 5-7 days. Still nothing. I would think twice about ordering from them again.

I finally received my glasses on March 2. They look to be authentic with paperwork, box, case etc. The lenses are as ordered and they fit well. I never did hear from the service manager that Ben said would contact me. Not sure if I would use them again though, due to lack of communication and the length of time it took to fulfill my order.

Date of experience: February 22, 2016
SmartBuyGlasses S. SmartBuyGlasses Rep
over a year old

Dear Marlit S,

I'm sorry to hear that you did not receive your order. There was unfortunately a delay in processing your prescription lenses but rest assured, our Service Manager has expedited your order and will be in touch shortly.

Regards,
Ben
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Georgia
1 review
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SORELY DISAPPOINTED
February 23, 2017

After receiving a voicemail that my item is out of stock I have attempted 6 times to call and sent 2 emails and have yet for anyone to respond. I should not have to go through this kind of trouble to get someone on the phone. When calling it says "all agents are busy", slight further online instructions to send an email for a return call and then hangs up on me. NOT HAPPY!

Date of experience: February 23, 2017
SmartBuyGlasses S. SmartBuyGlasses Rep
over a year old

Dear Angela,

First, I like to express my sincere apologies for any disappointment and inconvenience that the order delays and difficulties of reaching us caused you. Rest assured that we will get in touch with you again to make sure we resolve the issue to your complete satisfaction.

Regards,

John
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Canada
1 review
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Top notch service from ease of purchase on the website, to status updates to reach-out emails every step of the way asking how they can make it even easier for me. Very informative emails throughout the purchase process regarding what's happening to my item from start to finish. Excellent service all around.

Date of experience: November 2, 2011
Turkey
1 review
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Similar to many, the prescription glasses I ordered never came in due time. The story appear to be the same as with many others: they say the glasses are in stock (on their website), you order & pay, then you have to chase them via customer service for weeks only to be told in the end that the glasses are actually not in stock so it will take longer (at which point they offer you a refund, wait for the glasses to actually arrive or buy another pair). The customer service is swift and polite but completely useless when it comes to actually help you chase your glasses from the production lab or elsewhere. I consider SmartBuyGlasses unprofessional and unreliable thus I can not recommend them.

Date of experience: July 22, 2015
SmartBuyGlasses S. SmartBuyGlasses Rep
over a year old

Hi Sturle,

First we would like to sincerely apologize if we were not able to fulfill your order on time. We would like to inform you that the item were indeed in-stock and you were informed that they are with our lab processing your lenses.

Unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances, our lab had some delay since we had received an increase of prescription orders.

We also thank you for your feedback and rest assured that we will use your feedback to improve more on our practices.

I also checked your refund and it has been processed. Your bank will credit your account according to its policies.

Best,
Jacob

France
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Excellent website
January 4, 2017

At the beginning I was not sure as you are never sure with a website that you just found googling, and that has no telephone number to contact them. But the service was fantastic, I always received my merchandise, and when it was out of stock, they sent me several e mails until we could sort out any problem. I will continue using it for sure

Date of experience: January 4, 2017
Japan
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Very happy with Jeana at customer service
November 8, 2016

Had problems with the delivery of my contacts but Jeana from the swedish Customer Service have giving me the best service ever, im really impressed how she handle everything. So I will definitely continue shopping from you guys

Date of experience: November 8, 2016
GB
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Continuous good service
September 1, 2020

I have been ordering from Smartbuy for more than 3 years and the service is always excellent and consistent from one order to the next. Would definitely recommend as prices of contact lenses are affordable and good quality.

Date of experience: September 1, 2020
Netherlands
1 review
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Perfect glasses and perfect delivery
March 20, 2015

In the past 6 months I bought two glasses at SmartBuyGlasses. The first one was a special offer for a Lacoste. A little bit more then € 100,- with thinner glass, delivered in 4 or 5 days, complete and ready to put on and walk away.
After this one I wanted to try one of the glasses from the Smartbuy collection. Only € 40,- because I didn't change the glass for thinner ones. Again same delivery and despite the price the glasses are of good quality.
You will understand I will continue buying my glasses at SmartBuyGlasses and I can't understand people who keep on paying around 4 times the price you have to pay over here.

Date of experience: March 20, 2015
Canada
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I really need these to work, live and feed my family, all I get is updates saying ''preparing for delivery'' and it has been a week plus now.

I dont know it shouldn't take this long and the communication should be a lot more clear, I have nothing and I am suffering.

I do not want to talk bad about this company and I see many are happy but me is going very $#*!ty right now.

Date of experience: June 14, 2016
SmartBuyGlasses S. SmartBuyGlasses Rep
over a year old

Dear Karl,

Thank you for the feedback. We're very sorry for the time taken to process your order. Rest assured it is currently at our optical lab for the lens processing and fitting aka "preparing for delivery". This usually takes around 3-5 working days, so will be completed and shipped within the next 24-48 hrs.

In the future we recommend considering items in the Fast Shipping section, as these are guaranteed to be in stock and available for immediate shipping/lens processing.

If you have any further concerns, feel free to contact our Service Manager at servicemanager@smartbuyglasses.com

Regards,
Ben

South Carolina
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Somewhat Dissatisfied No More!:-)
October 31, 2020

Selecting my new glasses was a good experience, delivery was relatively quick. However, the expensive lens, although supposed to be the most durable, soon showed scratches even though only the cleaning cloth provided with the glasses was used to clean them. SmartBuyGlasses Customer Service was somewhat quick to respond however, they sent me a set un-cut lenses. Not many places want to cut the lenses and install them in your glasses, so I'm left with a pair of expensive glasses with scratches and an un-used pair of un-cut lenses that cannot be used.

UPDATE: This issue has been resolved! The Service Manager I worked with (Caselyn) was super helpful and replaced my eyeglasses at no charge. Now that's good customer service! Thank you!

SmartBuyGlasses attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: October 1, 2020
Canada
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I ordered a pair of Ray Ban 2140's on April 15th, and since they ship from Hong Kong i was worried they would take weeks to get here. I was amazed when they arrived here in Toronto on April 17th via Fedex bright and early. After looking online i can see that they are 100% authentic, they even have the manufacturers barcode sticker on the box. There are also tons of coupon codes you can find online to even further discount the price. I will definitely recommend this site to everyone I know.

Date of experience: April 17, 2014
GB
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UK WORST EVER retail experience! Do not buy from them. These guys fraud their customers by providing false information!

They make you buy something promising next day delivery and after 10 days you are still waiting for the product to arrive - then they make up excuses

So so bad!

Date of experience: June 30, 2016
SmartBuyGlasses S. SmartBuyGlasses Rep
over a year old

Dear Elena,

We're sorry to hear that you feel this way. Only items marked as Fast Shipping are available for next day delivery, whilst other items are subject to the shipping times indicated on their page. For more information on our shipping times, feel free to visit www.smartbuyglasses.co.uk/fast-shipping

Rest assured, our Service Manager will be in touch shortly to help resolve your concerns.

Regards,
Ben

Ireland
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Recieved glasses in a timely manner however glasses case was missing. Over two months now and still waiting. I have had to chase for updates which are vague and useless at best.

Just to update. Guys have come back and sorted this out giving an extra them an extra star

Date of experience: September 23, 2016
Sweden
1 review
2 helpful votes
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Support is not answering my mail
January 14, 2021

Very disappointed with the support that they provide and I wish that their return system was more smooth.
They did not send me the Stella McCartney accessories that was included in the listing (spectacle case, dust bag etc.) which makes me wonder if the spectacles are fake.

Unfortunately I did not buy via paypal so it seems like I don't have any security or backup now when the support isn't answering. 160 dollars for a pair of glasses that looked very different from the picture in the listing. Wow what a great purchase. Not.
One should only buy from smartbuyglasses if they're 100% sure of what they'll get and for the love of god! MAKE THE PAYMENT THROUGH PAYPAL!

Date of experience: January 14, 2021
SmartBuyGlasses S. SmartBuyGlasses Rep
over a year old

Hello David,

I am really sorry to know that you have not received the accessories for your item and that you have not received a response to your email. Please accept my sincere apologies for the inconvenience this has caused you.

Unfortunately, I did not receive your order information, if possible, please reply to my request with your Order ID and I will contact you right away to further assist you.

Sincerely,

Katherine

GB
1 review
1 helpful vote
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I ordered a set of Prada sunglasses not available in the color I wanted in the stores. The price was good but not brilliant - about two thirds of similar styles in the stores.

The shipping advice showed that they were coming from China which worried me a bit because they are made in Italy. However unlike many people reviewing on this site they did arrive really quickly.

However I am fairly certain they are fake not original Prada. This is because the lenses and frames should be etched with the same serial no. And that should also be on an accompanying white certification card - which wasnt enclosed.

I am asking for my money back and will let you all know what happens!

Date of experience: May 8, 2013
Sweden
1 review
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Cheap
April 27, 2016

All good. But.

Easy to order but im not really satisfied with the delivery time and UPS.

And. My glasses felt used and was bent and "unbalanced", placing them on a flat surface made them wobble. Also I had them adjusted to my head shape, but still they are bending back to the wobbly shape. Well, the pricing was excellent :)

Date of experience: April 27, 2016
SmartBuyGlasses S. SmartBuyGlasses Rep
over a year old

Dear Anton,

Thank you for your feedback.

You can be assured that all of our products are brand new and unused, as they are sourced directly from the manufacturing line. Most eyewear designs may require some adjusting prior to use as, after all, not everyone's head shapes are the same.

If you have any concerns, feel free to reach out to us at servicemanager@smartbuyglasses.com

Regards,
Ben

Mexico
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Frustrating
February 24, 2017

More than a month waiting for customs clearance (I know that's not your fault, but it was part of my experience), finally when I try my prescription sunglasses, way to high!. Not my prescription, at this point I just laugh, not to mention the time before when I had to wait 2 to 3 weeks because you and your supplier ran out of that particular item... anyway, we agreed you would send my correct lenses and I would do the mounting here in Mexico with my local shop, you also agreed to pay for that, which I really appreciate, I really thought I had a win if you just send me the lenses. So, as a 3 time costumer, 2 out of 3 bad experiences gives a 33% satisfaction rate. I do have to recognize that Luisa (I wonder if it was the same person each email, I sent a few during all the waiting), was always polite and answered quick. I will celebrate when I have my sunglasses 100%

Date of experience: February 24, 2017
SmartBuyGlasses S. SmartBuyGlasses Rep
over a year old

Dear Manuel,

Thank you for your valuable comments.

I am sorry to hear you experienced this situation. Unfortunately, there was a mistake processing your prescription lenses and we didn't note it. I sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused.

We are currently processing your lenses with the correct prescription. Once your lenses are completed, we will ship them via courier.

Luisa will keep you informed about the status of the lenses and we really hope we can change the level of satisfaction in your purchase.

Please let us know if you need any further assistance.

Kind Regards,

Katherine
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Norway
1 review
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Highligth the expected delivery time
December 17, 2015

I have order one pair of sunglasses. When I put the order it was not obviously to me that it will take 3 weeks before I would receive the glasses.
Normally delivery time is crucial when ordering online.
When I call the service desk they explained the reason, so I got an understandable explanation.

Date of experience: December 17, 2015
SmartBuyGlasses S. SmartBuyGlasses Rep
over a year old

Hi Bjornar K.,

Thank you for your feedback.

I do apologise if the estimated time of arrival for your order was not clear upon purchase, despite being on the product pages. We understand that delivery times are crucial for online retailers, especially with Christmas approaching, and always recommend our customers to check for the Fast Shipping items we have. These are all guaranteed to be in stock and shipped in 24 hours.

I'm glad that our customer service team was able to clarify on the status of your order but if you have any further concerns, don't hesitate to send us a message at servicemanager@smartbuyglasses.com

Regards,
Ben
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Overview

SmartBuyGlasses has a rating of 3.1 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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