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Review summary

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Evaluating 57 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their exceptional helpfulness, knowledge, and friendly demeanor, often going above and beyond to assist. People are highly satisfied with the quality of the products, including lenses and frames, and frequently highlight the excellent service received, noting its efficiency and personalized approach. The pricing is also a significant positive, with many finding the glasses to be much more affordable than competitors without compromising on quality. Some people were dissatisfied with the communication and reliability, mentioning that while in-store service was good, the lack of consistent updates could be frustrating.

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Glasses purchased 3yrs ago broke so contacted Burton branch...same frames tracked down by jenny from another branch and prescription emailed...payment including postage sent and new glasses arrived a... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I needed new sunglasses as I had lost mine. Went into Shirley direct specs, can park outside 👍 Met Gary who showed me a pair of glasses after I explained I wanted something different and big. I ab... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Called in as a bit of an emergency as frames bought from another supplier a while back broke. Superb customer service from Gary at Shirley branch in the Midlands, who spent a good half hour trying to... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service by friendly, helpful staff. Super quick turnaround and superb value for money. My puppy has taken a liking to chewing my glasses, so have had several pairs over the past few months,... See more


Company details

  1. Health & Medical

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We are the original glasses factory outlet, established in 1998, with branches across the Midlands. You can buy with confidence at one of our stores, where you can see our full range of over 500 styles and discuss your lenses in person. Or, If you're looking for the ultimate bargain, browse our online-only specials - and get a pair of glasses for as little as £9.99 complete!


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4.9

Excellent

TrustScore 5 out of 5

438 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant company with very good staff.

I'd bought a pair of glasses from the Shirley store in January and yesterday (April) one of the arms broke, not the screw. I took them back to the store and the lady there just put my lenses into a new frame. 5 minutes, that's all it took. Brilliant service. I've said before how good they are when ordering new glasses but their after sales service is just as good. Friendly, efficient staff with a huge knowledge of glasses.

April 6, 2024
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Reply from Direct Specs

Hi Georgina, thanks for your review of our Shirley branch. Your kind words have been passed on to Linda, who is delighted with such positive feedback. We look forward to serving you again soon!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The service was excellent

The service was excellent and I would like to praise Abi for her brilliant customer service and abilities in helping me out with my glasses. I will be ordering another pair immediately because of your excellent staff, quality product and great value for money. Thank you

March 6, 2024
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Reply from Direct Specs

Hi, Jamie. Delighted to hear you've had a positive experience of our online service. Your kind review has been passed on to Abi at head office who is delighted with your feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Broken frames

My glasses had unfortunately broke went down to the shop and the staff were so helpful offering myself new frames and ordering in a pair of my original frames for me to decide which frames I wanted. So friendly professional and helpful will definitely recommend to family and friends

March 14, 2024
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Reply from Direct Specs

Hi Nicola, thanks for your kind review. We're glad to have found a quick solution to your broken glasses!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic prices

Fantastic prices, easy to use website and really fast delivery. I ordered an everyday pair of glasses as well as some tinted (sunglasses) I was really unsure about buying online but the whole process was really easy and the glasses are fantastic, I’ll be able to read in the garden this year. I will definitely be buying again from Direct Specs.

March 6, 2024
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Reply from Direct Specs

Hello Jackie, thank you for such lovely feedback! Great to hear you've had a positive experience of ordering with us online, we look forward to your future orders!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
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Reply from Direct Specs

Hi, Roger. Pleased to confirm that your order dated Saturday 2nd March has been processed within 2 working days and was posted yesterday (Tuesday 5th). Please note that though we are often faster, we state a minimum of 10 working days for internet orders to be processed and a further 2-3 days for postage.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant after care service

Bought my lens and frame about 2 years ago. broke my frames yesterday, day before going on holiday. Went back to direct specs in Stafford. They had the same frames on shelf. Ash was brilliant, he swapped lenses into new frames , there and then. Perfect service , one very happy customer.

March 5, 2024
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Hi Steve, thanks for your kind review. Your comments have been passed on to Ash who is delighted to receive such positive feedback!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Specs of high quality

Specs of high quality, accurate prescription.

But the website is a little awkward. It hung until I realised that I needed to quote the thinness (refractive index) of the glass. Also I was briefly told that I had not paid. This was corrected after I contacted sales team. A bit of tidying up would be welcome.

February 27, 2024
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Reply from Direct Specs

Hi Michael. Thank your for your kind review and valuable feedback. We are currently working to upgrade our website and your comments regarding the customer journey will be factored into the changes being made.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good service online and at the Shirley…

Good service online and at the Shirley shop when I collected my order

February 9, 2024
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Reply from Direct Specs

Hi Lawrence. Thanks for your kind review of our online ordering and branch collection service. We're always keen to know how we could have earned that extra star, so if you have any further feedback please email us at sales@directspecs.co.uk!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Surhan was still a bundle of fun

Surhan was still a bundle of fun made myself and my wife feel at ease.no pressure to buy.no add ons.great value
This is our third year using this place.never had any problems at all.Would recommend to anyone.

February 13, 2024
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Reply from Direct Specs

Hi Michael. Thanks for your kind review, your feedback has been passed on to Sarhan who does a wonderful job at our Wolverhampton branch!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service as always

Great service as always, I've been using Direct Specs for a number of years and I'm never disappointed, I recommend everyone use them

February 13, 2024
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Reply from Direct Specs

Hi Ashok. Thanks for your kind review of our Shirley branch, we look forward to seeing you again in the future!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fab service

Fab service, easy to order, fast delivery, excellent product

February 9, 2024
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Reply from Direct Specs

Hello Elaine, thank you for this wonderful review!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Consistent Excellence

As always an excellent service. Purchased my frames elsewhere, however Matthew still provided excellent service.
Glasses ready in a week.

February 8, 2024
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Reply from Direct Specs

Hi Lee, thanks for your kind comments. Matthew was very pleased to receive such positive feedback and it's great to hear that you had a speedy turnaround on your order!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Simon mad

Simon made sure my prescription was added to my order
Will definitely use again

February 5, 2024
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Reply from Direct Specs

Hi Janice, thanks for your kind review. Simon will be very happy with you comments, not mad!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Customer service

Spec savers Walsall. Clare is an asset to your company. Nothing is a bother to
Her. Thank you

February 8, 2024
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Reply from Direct Specs

Thank you for your kind review, Deborah. Clare does a fantastic job at our Walsall branch and we're very pleased to have here at DIRECT SPECS, not Specsavers!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very pleased indeed

I usually order online but the system was down so I rang and made the order, sent my prescription by email. All sorted very quickly and I received them 3 days later. Perfect. Love the specs. Very pleased indeed.

January 30, 2024
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Reply from Direct Specs

Hi Julie, thanks for you review. Glad we could help and great to hear you love your new specs!

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