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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have Parkinson's Disease and I am housebound. I was unsure about ordering and sent an email regarding the need for 1.5 or 2.0 and Jonathan replied very quickly. My order was delivered in Ireland wi... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Initially sent incorrect glasses, ordered sunglasses, received non tinted lenses, contacted Owly and there no quibble was sent correct glasses FOC, no P&P and got to keep the original pair, superb cus... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Not Worth the Price – Overhyped and Underdelivered I purchased Owly reading glasses after reading many positive reviews, hoping for a quality upgrade. What I received was disappointing... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Stylish, lightweight, comfortable, great customer service! My reading glasses arrived quick and I love them! The packaging is very professional and sleek. My husband and grandkids have complimented my... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have Parkinson's Disease and I am…

I have Parkinson's Disease and I am housebound. I was unsure about ordering and sent an email regarding the need for 1.5 or 2.0 and Jonathan replied very quickly. My order was delivered in Ireland within 6 working days. The reading glasses are wonderful and, post double cataract surgery, I can now read comfortably.

April 27, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Initially sent incorrect glasses

Initially sent incorrect glasses, ordered sunglasses, received non tinted lenses, contacted Owly and there no quibble was sent correct glasses FOC, no P&P and got to keep the original pair, superb customer service. Glasses are fabulous, I'm known for breaking almost every pair I own, not in this case! Stylish, lightweight and perfect sun protection, thank you guys

June 1, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Owly Reading Glasses Not Worth the Price – Overhyped and Underdelivered

Not Worth the Price – Overhyped and Underdelivered

I purchased Owly reading glasses after reading many positive reviews, hoping for a quality upgrade. What I received was disappointing — the glasses felt no different from cheap versions I’ve bought online for a fraction of the price.

Pros:
✔️ Nice packaging
✔️ Fast delivery

Cons:
❌ Frame feels flimsy and plasticky
❌ Quality no better than budget alternatives (e.g., Taobao)
❌ Overpriced for what it offers
❌ Misleading premium branding

If you’re expecting a substantial difference in comfort, durability, or design — this isn’t it. I don’t recommend the product unless the company addresses its quality gap and better aligns marketing with reality.

July 3, 2025
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Reply from Owlyeyewear

Hi Claudia,

We’re truly sorry to hear that your experience with Owly didn’t meet expectations - thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts.

To clarify, our reading glasses are specifically designed to be incredibly thin (just 7mm), ultra-lightweight (14g), and minimalistic - offering maximum portability and comfort, making them easy to carry and travel with. Because of this intentionally lightweight design, we understand how they might feel flimsier than traditional glasses. However, they're made with TR90 frames and polycarbonate lenses - materials known for their flexibility and strength (polycarbonate is even used in safety glasses).

Many of our customers - now over five thousand - have shared how their glasses withstood pressure, were accidentally sat on, or survived drops without breaking. We've even tested them in durability demos with bricks!

Additionally, Owly glasses have no exposed screws or hinges, which are common failure points in bulkier, traditional frames.

That said, we understand that the minimalist design might not suit everyone’s preferences, and your feedback is important to us. As a small and growing company, we are able to and are constantly listening, learning, and iterating batch by batch to improve the product and experience.

If you'd be open to discussing this further, please don’t hesitate to reach out at hello@owlyeyewear.com - we’d love the chance to make this right.

Warm regards,

The Owly Team 🦉

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DO NOT ORDER

I recently placed an order for reading glasses from Owly Eyewear. I followed the instructions for ordering the right strength then placed my order. The glasses were received quickly. But was disappointed when I tried them on and could not read anything with them on.
I contacted them the same day I received them via email.
They suggested that I forward them a recent prescription to fix the problem. I told them my prescription was several years old so I just want to return them & get a refund. I was then told they could only refund me 50% because of the international shipping.
This is my fault...I should have never placed an order from a United Kingdom company. Usually I do not do this, it was an oversight on my part.
I do not recommend this company. I am sorry I ever heard of this company.
JJ
Jacksonville FL

February 10, 2025
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Reply from Owlyeyewear

Dear Ms Johns, it seems that you have misunderstood us. We are happy to offer a full refund on return of the product. We have sent you the return address by email. Please let us know what you would like to do. You can reply to our email.

Best regards,

Jonathan
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful glasses for reading

Beautiful glasses for reading, happy with my purchase, nice thin case

January 28, 2025
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Reply from Owlyeyewear

Hi Cindy,

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you're happy with your new reading glasses and that the slim case is a nice touch for you. It's always our goal to provide both style and practicality, and it's wonderful to know we've hit the mark for you.

If you need anything at all, feel free to reach out—we’re always here to help.

Wishing you happy reading!

Jonathan
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

So cute

So cute! Thin, light and easy to carry. I bought 2 pairs one to take to work and one for use at home. The blue light blocking lens also seem to relieve my eye strain. Thank you Owly Eyewear

August 31, 2022
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