Rawlings Opticians & Hearing Care Reviews 

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Considering 482 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company, consistently praising the staff for their friendliness, helpfulness, and professional approach. Customers highlight the exceptional service, noting that appointments are thorough, unhurried, and informative, with clear explanations provided for eye and hearing tests. Many appreciate the personalized care, where staff genuinely listen to concerns and offer tailored advice and solutions, making them feel comfortable and valued. The product selection, including frames and hearing aids, is also well-regarded, with people finding a great range and receiving excellent support in choosing suitable options. However, some reviewers were not happy with the quality of certain products, specifically mentioning a pair of reading glasses that broke quickly. A few other people also felt that the professionalism and attentiveness they once experienced had diminished, with some finding the staff less engaging or the service less personal.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good experience at Rawlings. All nembers of the team were friendly and helpful. Didn't feel rushed and I felt I had a thorough eye examination and was listened to. Eye problem that I had has set... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very friendly staff - receptionist even cleaned my glasses while I waited. Appointment started on time. Optometrist friendly, calm and informative.I felt the examination was thorough even though I was... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had developed an eye irritation and contacted my local branch who referred me on to the branch in Alton as they had an appointment slot the next day. I saw Helen who was very knowledgeable, she exam... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I thought the people who helped me really listened and understood some worries I shared. They made me feel comfortable because I find eye tests a bit daunting. They were gentle and calm, but also ver... See more

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Company details

  1. Glasses Store
  2. Audiologist
  3. Hearing Aid Store
  4. Optometrist

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Rawlings Opticians is a group of 12 practices spread throughout Surrey and Hampshire where we have built a strong reputation for the quality of our professional expertise and service. We recognise the importance our patients place on the individual feel to our service.2


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had my appointment on thursday 23rd…

I had my appointment on thursday 23rd April J Phillips saw a wonderful young lady Emma who gave excellant eye test. She was very knowledgeable and I had a thorough eye test. Totally recommend. Customer service was exceptional. Thank you,

April 23, 2026
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Reply from Rawlings Opticians & Hearing Care

Lovely feedback, thank you so much Jo! So pleased you had such a pleasant appointment in Alresford.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The optician was very caring and…

The optician was very caring and thorough.
The manager was very helpful in dealing with my damaged glasses and found a good solution.

April 20, 2026
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Reply from Rawlings Opticians & Hearing Care

Glad we could help Andrew! Thank you so much for the 5-stars.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Anjali was excellent

Anjali was excellent she explained everything and also explained indepth the different level of lenses and advised us accordingly.

I would definitely recommend the Caterham branch as all the staff were excellent and I would also recommend my friend and family to go there.

April 25, 2026
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Reply from Rawlings Opticians & Hearing Care

Anjali is a wonderful manager at Caterham, she always goes above and beyond, so it's lovely to hear you agree! Thank you for the recommendation and 5-stars Surak.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good quality eye exam

Excellent eye check up last week with Simon so thorough excellent equipment - Simon is friendly informative and experienced - definitely to be recommended

April 23, 2026
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Reply from Rawlings Opticians & Hearing Care

Simon is a wonderful optometrist, so it's nice to hear when people agree! Thank you for leaving your thoughts on your visit Jill.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been going to Rawlings…

I have been going to Rawlings Opticians, Chandlers Ford for many years. The staff are always friendly and helpful. Lindsey, the Optician was very thorough and listened to my concerns.I am very pleased with my new spectacles.

April 20, 2026
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So happy you like your new frames! Thank you for choosing us and leaving a 5-star review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional and personable eye care

I have been using Rawlings Opticians for a couple of years (both a glasses and contact lenses wearer) and really recommend their friendly and helpful services. A thorough sight test and eye health check. I always leave with peace of mind that my eye care is taken care of.

April 21, 2026
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Reply from Rawlings Opticians & Hearing Care

That's what we hope for with all our customers, so I'm pleased you feel this way Leanne! Thank you for the recommendation.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Magen

Magen, optician and other staffs were profession and nice to help me check the vision. I really appreciated their immediately help.

April 14, 2026
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Reply from Rawlings Opticians & Hearing Care

Glad we could help with everything Hsin-Yi! Thank you so much for leaving us a positive review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Repair

I had an appointment because one of my hearing aids had developed a fault.
I expected that my aid would need to be sent off for repair.
To my suprise and relief it was repaired in store and the bonus was that the repair fell within my warranty.
All the staff within the store are really professional.
Thank you team Rawlings.

April 24, 2026
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Reply from Rawlings Opticians & Hearing Care

Glad we could help David! Thank you for choosing Rawlings and leaving a review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been going to Rawlings in… Winchester

I have been going to Rawlings in Winchester for many years for eye care and glasses. The customer service and customer care is second to none. I do find prices perhaps to be higher than other outlets, but worth the extra for the professional service I receive at each appointment. I am looking forward to receiving my new sunglasses which will certainly help issues that I have with bright sunlight and the glare that sometimes reflects off a hot road surface. I would confidently recommend Rawlings to others.

April 27, 2026
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Reply from Rawlings Opticians & Hearing Care

Thank you so much for your kind review Jean! We always try to provide the best experience for all our customers, so it's nice to hear you would recommend us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service, the staff, are efficient, caring, helpful. That is why I stay with Rawlings.

April 21, 2026
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Reply from Rawlings Opticians & Hearing Care

And we are so happy to have you Geraldine! Thank you for choosing us and leaving such a lovely review.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Disappointed & less professionalism

I was rather disappointed with what Rawlings has become having been with them for many years. The professionalism they used to have seems to have greatly diminished, and it feels like the majority of the team are not much older than students. Charm, attentiveness, and the personal touch seem to have been lost to apathy, slowness, conversations about patients being audible to other people, and a rather casual manner wanting in helpfulness. I found my new young optician rather patronizing and perfunctory.
And when I got home I received a call to say they had overcharged me, which should not have really happened. I now need to go back into the branch to get my refund which is rather annoying.

April 22, 2026
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Reply from Rawlings Opticians & Hearing Care

I have followed this up with the branch as your experience is certainly not common for the team at Winchester. The manager assures me that the staff would never openly discuss any personal information in the branch, however, he has reminded everyone to be aware. I do apologise if you feel the service wasn't what you have come to expect on this occasion and we thank you for your feedback, Stephanie. We can always be better!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good service throughout

Good service throughout. Staff very good at giving information about condition of my sight and what might be required.

April 10, 2026
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Reply from Rawlings Opticians & Hearing Care

We can't ask for more than that! Thank you so much for such a lovely review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Total confidence with Rawlings

The moment you enter the premises you are met by friendly and professional staff. The person taking the test always explains everything so clearly and shows me the photographs etc and shows what is what. I feel really confident I am treated to the best

April 16, 2026
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Reply from Rawlings Opticians & Hearing Care

That's what we like to hear Mike! Sounds like you had a great experience in our Croydon branch, thanks for sharing.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good and caring service from Emma

Very good and caring service from Emma. Quickly received new glasses. Thank you all very much.

April 14, 2026
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Reply from Rawlings Opticians & Hearing Care

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review Alexander! Really appreciate the 5-stars.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service, extremely knowledgeable team who I trust implicitly

April 21, 2026
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Reply from Rawlings Opticians & Hearing Care

We really appreciate your trust in us Sarah! Thank you so much for the 5-star review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Better quality eyecare

Having had many poor experiences in local opticians I decided to try Rawlings. Fortunately I was not disappointed. The quality of service was excellent and an order of magnitude more thorough than before. I left feeling confident that my needs had been properly understood and the right prescription and lenses chosen. PW CF 24/4

April 24, 2026
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Reply from Rawlings Opticians & Hearing Care

What a lovely review, thank you Paul! And thank you so much for choosing Rawlings, hope to see you again soon.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

20+years of caring and help

I've been a patient at Rawlings Opticians since i moved to Croydon in 1994. All the staff have always been friendly and very knowledgeable and they care about their clients . Throughout my years with them with a few prescription changes on the way,they've helped me choose suitable replacement glasses very successfully. One year i chose a pale green armed rimless pair for just normal lenses,which were put aside once I'd changed too Lindberg transition frame less glasses. then about 2 years ago i had my old green frames update with my new prescription with transition lenses which include a multicoloured shimmer coating on them. lovely! i accidently dropped them and the screw holding the right lenses fell out. .gone. . i thought that would be the end of them due to their age and parts no longer being readily available .. but no . . my glasses went from my Croydon branch to a brilliant technician at their Purley branch who said he would take a look at them for me.
last Wednesday i received a call to say they had them back at Croydon and they were ready for collection. WOW i couldn't believe they had done what i thought was impossible. the nurses i work with ask me why i go to rawlings and not Spec savers etc . . my answer. . Rawlings have looked after me/my eyes for 20+years and have always been there when I've needed help with eye problems ,scratched lenses,missing bits from frames etc and have always dealt with the problems in a friendly professional manner. I would recommend them to anyone in need of eye care. . even my ex in-laws go there!

April 25, 2026
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Reply from Rawlings Opticians & Hearing Care

What a wonderful review, thank you so much Sharon, and thank you for your loyalty over the years! Glad we were able to fix your frames, we understand how important a favourite pair are. Really appreciate the recommendation as well.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great personal service

Great personal service. Plenty of time allocated for the appointment so I didn’t feel rushed and Helen really listened carefully to my concerns and suggested a further eye test.

April 15, 2026
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Reply from Rawlings Opticians & Hearing Care

We always try to never hurry our appointments as we know how important they are! Thank you so much for sharing your experience Elizabeth.

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