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Glasses Direct Reviews 

281,536
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

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Review summary

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Looking at 21,978 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the high quality of products, often finding them superior to high street options, and appreciate the excellent value for money. The service is frequently described as excellent, highlighting the efficient ordering process, wide frame selection, and fast delivery, often arriving earlier than expected. Many also note the perfect fit and improved vision from their new glasses. However, some people experienced discomfort with varifocal lenses or found frames too tight or prone to breakage. A few also mentioned incorrect items or technical issues causing order delays.

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service, product feels like good quality at a reasonable price. The high st 2 for 1 offers are a con because you just end up with 2 pairs of poor quality glasses. I was a bit nervous about orde... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good selection and clear information on details of frames availble at reasonable prices. When delivered my varifocals fit very well and provide better vision than my latest high street opticians pair.... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I think the lady announced herself as “Honey”? By name and nature I suspect. The service I enjoyed from her, when she called me to review and confirm my order was exemplary. She was friendly, helpfu... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely love glasses direct. I have purchased several pairs. I need varifocal lenses and there is always some great offers and discounts and much cheap that opticians on the high Street. You need a... See more


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  1. Glasses Store

About Glasses Direct

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Trusted by over 3 million customers, Glasses Direct was founded in 2004 as the result of one man’s idea to make affordable, high-quality glasses more accessible for everyone. Fast forward a couple of decades later, and we are now the UK’s most popular online prescription glasses retailer, offering customers an average saving of 49% compared to the high street.

With over 1,200 frames available in all shapes, colours and styles, there is something to suit everybody.

Who We Are

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We are UK's most popular online glasses store. With 120-day no-quibble returns, on-site fully qualified opticians and a full customer service team ready to answer any questions, you’re in good hands!
The Team
You can relax knowing your eye care is in the best hands. We have 9 qualified opticians that check through all orders and prescriptions to make sure everything is in order. Furthermore, our friendly and helpful customer service team are always on-hand, ready to answer any questions. They help customers with a range of queries, including those regarding prescriptions, lenses and even style advice! All of our glasses are checked and dispatched from our warehouse in Nottingham.

Free 120 day returns

You can return your glasses to us and get a full refund within 120 days of your purchase - no questions asked. Even if you simply didn't like how they fit!

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4.7

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Love the range of glasses

Love the range of glasses, they come and fit perfect, they can be a bit flimsy but you get what you pay for at the end of the day. Nevertheless the glasses are nice and they come really quick!

July 31, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Perfect!

Bought two pairs on the BOGOF offer.
Both are perfect!
Ordering prescription glasses online was nerve wracking but the fact you get free returns made me feel better as you can return even if you get the prescription wrong!
Made and delivered so quickly aswell!
Would definitely recommend

July 28, 2026
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Sent the wrong colour glasses I had…

Sent the wrong colour glasses I had ordered

July 31, 2026
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Reply from Glasses Direct

Dear Alice,

We hope this message finds you well. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by receiving the wrong colour glasses from your recent order. We understand how disappointing it can be when your order does not arrive as expected.

This is certainly not the level of service we strive to provide, and we are committed to resolving this matter as quickly as possible.

Please check your inbox later today for more information on how we can address your concern and assist with arranging a suitable resolution.

Rest assured, we are here to support you throughout this process. Should you need any further assistance, do not hesitate to reach out. Your satisfaction is our top priority.

Once again, we deeply apologize for the inconvenience caused.

Warm regards,
Team Glasses Direct

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great Place

I always love ordering from here, my glasses usually come clean and ready to wear in about a week or two. Biggest complaint is that I re-ordered glasses I had before and they're a bit tighter this time for some reason but hopefully it's just something that'll sort itself the more I wear them.

July 28, 2026
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Fairly simple service

Fairly simple service, they did charge me extra after I had placed the order and it took a bit longer than expected, but the glasses seem to be good quality and the trail service was great.

July 4, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

6th pair of varifocals now with glasses:)

It takes me a long time to choose my glasses as I love colours and something a little different, this is my 6th pair of varifocals now with glasses direct and I’m so happy with them. Once chosen the ordering process is very straightforward, delivery time is good too but best of all two pairs of lovely glasses, script correct and quality is great, very happy 😃

July 30, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had an eye test

Had an eye test , got a prescription, went to the website and chose my frames. Entered my prescription details and ordered two pairs.
Ordered and delivered in four days, absolutely brilliant service and I'm very pleased.

July 31, 2026
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