[Merged] Prescription Eyeglasses for just over $30 shipped

[Hugh Jass]

Do you think it is a good time to buy now? All price are in USD and the CAD is strong now.


Always a good time to buy.

[PhoeniX Skye]

So apparently my PD is 63.5.... I'll leave them a note when I checkout, but for the selection should I round up or down?

[acekiller]

:mad: :mad: I placed an order with goggles4u last night, then I later emailed them my prescription. This morning I received an email saying that I need to pay $20 more because of my strong prescription ?!?!

I never thought I have a strong prescription! And even if I did, it states on the website that "We may charge Extra US$ 5.00 or US10.00 for strong prescription. This will be displayed in your cart automatically."

I tried inputting the presciption online this morning, and it didn't show up as strong prescription!

Anyone has any idea or experience?

http://img145.imageshack.us/img145/1145/eye2ly5.th.jpg (http://img145.imageshack.us/my.php?image=eye2ly5.jpg)

[PhoeniX Skye]

Yea, that's not strong at all haha.

[sterdeus]

thats hard to read. maybe they thought the 2.25 and 2.5 were 7.25 and 7.5??:confused:

[acekiller]

After I emailed them, they replied 8 hrs later with this BS:

Dear Client,

We highly regret for the inconvenience but we are up charging for strong prescription from last 1 year now. Usually if the customer is entering his prescription online the system automatically add this in the bill. However as you separately sent your prescription we were unable to identify it during ordering process.

Please feel free to contact us for further assistance.

Regards,

Sales and Support

www.Goggles4u.com
Email : info@goggles4u.com

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I don't even think they look at my prescription before they respond and they just want to charge me!!

[sandals99]

wow, this has been great. I just placed my order with zenni a little over 2 weeks ago and the glassess just arrived. couldn't be more happier with the purchase considering the price we paid. thanks to all that have posted great ino here.

[NeilMcduck]

I think you should confirm the prescription they have on file--Since you gave them a scanned copy, there's a good chance they copied it down wrong. Your prescription is weaker than mine & don't consider mine to be overly strong...

After I emailed them, they replied 8 hrs later with this BS:

Dear Client,

We highly regret for the inconvenience but we are up charging for strong prescription from last 1 year now. Usually if the customer is entering his prescription online the system automatically add this in the bill. However as you separately sent your prescription we were unable to identify it during ordering process.

Please feel free to contact us for further assistance.

Regards,

Sales and Support

www.Goggles4u.com
Email : info@goggles4u.com

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I don't even think they look at my prescription before they respond and they just want to charge me!!

[MrPhil]

I just thought I had to say a thanks to everyone that has contributed to this thread!

This thread turned me on to Zenni, back in the summer, and I ordered a pair of glasses from them. All my glasses wearing friends told my I was crazy. Now, they all have ordered a pair of glasses from Zenni!

I'm gonna order another couple of pair I think. With the dollar where it is, it's even that much better of a deal now!

Thanks everyone!

phil.

[ZeroCoolZ]

Hi!

I want to buy cheap glasses for my trip to Puerto Plata. I need them for December 19th... which retailler do you suggest? which one are the faster to ship to Canada?

[ud666]

I got them in 2 weeks exactly.. Hong Kong Post is really quick to get the mail out. It's Canadapost that slows it down. HKP mail is continuous, not lazy ass Cpost doing one delivery per day only.

I'm wearing my glasses now, quite happy for $35, Mid Index with titanium half frames. Unfortunately the half frames are hard to adjust. I took it to Costco ask them to help adjust they said it's too risky since. They'd have to take it apart to adjust so too much trouble (since I didn't buy there).

Anyhow I'll order a few more pairs just to have a spare in the car and in the office.



From HKG in 2 weeks?? umm... best bet is it'll be a little bit 3 weeks!

[nacho113]

Hi!

I want to buy cheap glasses for my trip to Puerto Plata. I need them for December 19th... which retailler do you suggest? which one are the faster to ship to Canada?

Might just be too late to order now unless your willing to shell out extra for the express shipping offered by some of the retailers. I've ordered several times with the regular shipping and it takes 2.5-3.5 weeks. Goggles4u has a faster shipping option for an additional $12.00 (DHL) as do a couple of the other retailers (39dollarglasses.com, eyebuydirect.com). Zenni only appears to have the regular snailmail delivery.
I've never used the express shipping, but keep in mind that almost all of these online retailers are shipping from overseas (China, Pakistan), so even express shipping is gonna take awhile.

[bydusk]

Please let me know your experiences with online retailers for progressive glasses?
thank a lot
lil

[rsauve]

Ordered the cheapest - approx. $8 + $7 shipping.
Just as good as my original $100, local, prescription ones.
They emailed me for clarification of the pres., & within
a week HongKong said it would arrive (& did) in less than
2 weeks.
No problem getting a copy of my on-file pres. from
Dominion/Loblaws optical. Optical lady at Costco
asked me to come by & show her this "deal" on arrival.

[PhoeniX Skye]

Got my glasses in from Goggles4u, quite happy with them, funny looking shipping package though.

[bydusk]

please let me know your experiences with A/R thru the various online retailers, please.
thanks
Ane

[drunkgoat]

Does anyone know if it is ok to gently wash an AR coated lense with warm water and soap ?

[TSXKid]

Does anyone know if it is ok to gently wash an AR coated lense with warm water and soap ?

Sure, I do it several times a day! However, I use cold water. Always get Excellent Results..

P.S. Use toilet paper (2 sheets folded together) or tissue paper and wipe across.. I.E. left lens - left to Right.. Right lens - right to left (do it in one sweep).

Give it a try and report back!

P.P.S. I do this for my Goggles4U glasses and my very expensive designer frames - NO scratches to date

[DBM]

Sure, I do it several times a day! However, I use cold water. Always get Excellent Results..

P.S. Use toilet paper (2 sheets folded together) or tissue paper and wipe across.. I.E. left lens - left to Right.. Right lens - right to left (do it in one sweep).

Give it a try and report back!

P.P.S. I do this for my Goggles4U glasses and my very expensive designer frames - NO scratches to date

I do the exact same thing, works great! Been doing it for a year now, and nothing wrong with the glasses.

[amalhi]

I am looking for some designer frames and sun glasses like Gucci or Versace.

Can anyone of you suggest any good retailer ?

Thanks in advance.

[acekiller]

ok, i just received my glasses from goggles4u, took exactly 3 weeks to ship.

I must say for the price, I am satisfy with what I have. However, the glasses are not perfect. The lens don't fit into the frame perfectly, there's gap between the frame and the lens, and you can easily slide paper in between.

Also, on one of the lens, there's are some scratches and dents near the edge of the lens.

I am wondering if I could complain to them about it?

[acekiller]

so i just found out that my Photocromic lenses were not photocromic at all.

hopefully they will exchange it. I will keep posted of the case.

so far it hasn't been a pleasant exp with goggles4u.

[rf134a]

Yeah, goggles4u seems to be dropping the ball lately. I ordered a pair of 15097 and they scratched the FRONT and the bridge! It's obvious that an unskilled/new employee tried to put in the lens because the top and bottom of the frame where the screw goes in was heavily damaged. And there was a chip in the lens. I complained and they are sending me a new pair. Unfortunately, it may be time to change suppliers.

Zenni seems to charge more and their frame selection is limited. It's too bad, otherwise, I'd order from them.

[cash_money]

i didnt read any of the posts because there are too many, but..

out of all the things to cheap out on, why would be be a stinge and buy 40 dollar eye glasses?? i doubt they are stylish at all (just like the ones at the convenience store) and how good can the quality be?

there was a website--i forgot which one it was--it compared the quality of big name retailers like hakim and lenscrafters and whatnot, those big chain stores apparently arent even up to par, imagine how bad these 40 dollar cheap-ass glasses are..

harmful to ur eyes..

[bubble.tea]

Okay folks...my kids have slapped me one too many times...my first pair of rimless are nearing their last few months' wear and I need to order replacements ASAP:

Would appreciate any feedback on the following options:

http://zennioptical.com/cart/d_1994.jpg
http://zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=134&cat=7&page=1#largeimage

http://zennioptical.com/cart/d_2181.jpg
http://zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=472&cat=7&page=1#largeimage

http://zennioptical.com/cart/d_2949.jpg
http://zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=336&cat=7&page=1#largeimage

http://zennioptical.com/cart/d_2463.jpg
http://zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=342&cat=7&page=1#largeimage

http://www.optical4less.com/glasses/hingeless/HL007/main1.jpg
http://www.optical4less.com/hingeless-eyeglasses/HL007/
http://www.optical4less.com/pic/rimless_shape.jpg
I'm leaning towards 20/12/14? 20 might be too too wide though..not sure..I'm usually between 12/14 comfort zone.
51USD for that silly model alone :(...no rock bottom this time for me :(.

Alas...unfortunately I LOVE the colour and design and finish of this last one

[jtcb]

The link for zennioptical doesn't work. I have that rimless pair from Optical4less. 20 looks to square/rectangle to me. Is $51 USD a fair price for that pair?

[Kayaker_NC]

Is it possible to get the Photo chromic type lenses with the lined bifocal (ie 28D) lenses?
I have tried progressive lenses in the past and could not get used to the narrow vision field and the need to constantly move my head.
Thanks,
Kayaker

[bubble.tea]

The link for zennioptical doesn't work. I have that rimless pair from Optical4less. 20 looks to square/rectangle to me. Is $51 USD a fair price for that pair?

you're right, the 20 is a bit too hard cornery. I just clicked all zennis links-they work?

I doubt $51usd is the final price, so I'm a little unsure if I should cave. After all my first pair from O4L was $57CAD all in for TWO pairs ;(.

[betaboy00]

So, with all the good reviews I decided to go with Zenni Optical and buy a pair of glasses.

I take a VERY strong perscription so I hope it works out well. I bought a $25.00 frame with the added UV/Glare resisting coating and a clip on shade. I decided to opt for the 1.67 High Index Lenses (an extra $37) because of my perscription (don't want the coke bottle lenses) so it came to $98 shipped all together. (I know this is more than what most are paying but I generally pay about $400 for my glasses so this is pretty sweet considering I get extras as well.)

My perscription is:

OD (Spherical) -10.25 (Cylndrical) -1.00 (Axis) 90
OS (Spherical) -10.00 (Cylndrical) -50 (Axis) 25

Has anyone ordered from Zenni before with a very strong perscription? If so how did it work out?

I have high prescription (-11.00 and -9.75) and I've ordered from ZenniOptical and opt for the 1.67 high index lens. Everything is nicely done and built, but i do get some headache wearing the glasses. I think they did not center the lens correctly because when i move the glasses up and down, i do see the difference.

I also measured my PD manually - so this may have contributed to the headache. So I ordered with my manual measurement of 67mm.

I can't take the headache and went to an optical store to have it professionally done. My PD was measured at 33/33.25. So there's a difference. The optician also mentioned that due to a high index lens and high prescription, he also need to measure the ocular something(?) when the frame arrives to ensure the sharpest part of the lens are correctly center on my eye when mounted on the lens. With online order, you can't get that measure nicely.

I guess it's a hit and miss with online order. I will probably retry online order again (it's <$100 vs >$400 for me), but this time with the proper PD measurement since 1 mm makes a big difference in optics.

[TheHans]

Is it possible to get the Photo chromic type lenses with the lined bifocal (ie 28D) lenses?
I have tried progressive lenses in the past and could not get used to the narrow vision field and the need to constantly move my head.
Thanks,
Kayaker

I know with Goggles4U I wanted glass material lenses in progressives that weren't photochromatic. It wasn't one of the available options when ordering so I e-mailed them. They said I should order the plastic material progressives and then indicate in special instructions that I wanted glass material. I did this and I got them in glass material, plus I was charged the same as for plastic.

So I suggest e-mailing them (if you're going with Goggles4U) and telling them what you want. They'll tell you what to order (probably bifocals) and then what to put in the special instructions (probably the photochromatic).

The Hans

[Kayaker_NC]

Email responses, so far, regarding photo chromic with flat top bifocals.
Zenni : No
Goggles4U: No
EyeBuyDirect: No
39Dollar: Yes (but VERY expensive, over $200)
GlobalEyeGlasses: Yes

Anybody dealt with Global?

Kayaker


Quote:
Originally Posted by Kayaker_NC View Post
Is it possible to get the Photo chromic type lenses with the lined bifocal (ie 28D) lenses?
I have tried progressive lenses in the past and could not get used to the narrow vision field and the need to constantly move my head.
Thanks,
Kayaker


So I suggest e-mailing them (if you're going with Goggles4U) and telling them what you want. They'll tell you what to order (probably bifocals) and then what to put in the special instructions (probably the photochromatic).

The Hans

[radeonboy]

Is it normal for my new glasses from lenscrafters to make my eyes go mad!!!???

The first time I put it on, there it was soo different from my old glasses that have those nose pads. The new ones I got were the plastic frame with no external nose pads, so it sits closer to my eye than previous.

I ask the person why it feels so different, it feels like it has so much damn pincushion on the sides....She said ya its because the glasses sit closer to my eye. Why didnt they tell me of this before I bought it? arrr

Anyone of you guys have that pincushion feel on your glasses? Drives me nuts. My old glasses exhibits no pincushion at all, and is sharp that I dont have to turn my head. But these glasses I have to turn my head.

I'm gonna give it a day to see if I can get used to it, because right now it makes me wanna vomit.

[cap6pac]

Just got my glaseses that I ordered from Zenni - took 2 weeks, $30 in total with anti reflection coating. great deal as far as I am concerned. I saw some previous posts re: headaches so I made sure I got my PD (Pupillary Distance) correct from my optometrist (I measured by myself as per website and I was a few mm off, so that may contribute to issues.

3 days and no problems!

K

[bubble.tea]

.....Why didnt they tell me of this before I bought it? arrr....

Why the HECK did you CHOOSE them yourself then???:confused:

[Khrak]

i didnt read any of the posts because there are too many, but..

out of all the things to cheap out on, why would be be a stinge and buy 40 dollar eye glasses?? i doubt they are stylish at all (just like the ones at the convenience store) and how good can the quality be?

there was a website--i forgot which one it was--it compared the quality of big name retailers like hakim and lenscrafters and whatnot, those big chain stores apparently arent even up to par, imagine how bad these 40 dollar cheap-ass glasses are..

harmful to ur eyes..

You realize that glasses are pieces of metal, which cost anywhere from pennies to maybe a dollar in materials stuck to either pieces of glass, or piece of plastic, which also only cost anywhere from pennies to dollars, right? The markups at the big chains are in the range of 1000%, the fact is, the prices at these online stores are cost + 30-40% rather then cost+500%.

Harmful to my eyes? They don't cause headaches, they don't cause double vision, they are tack sharp.... what harm are they doing? If the prescription is wrong it is very very quickly noticeable.

On top of all this, China's abilities are advancing at an absurd rate. Popular Science has a good article (http://www.popsci.com/popsci/technology/e7e48a137b144110vgnvcm1000004eecbccdrcrd.html) on this. Basically the gist of it is that China has become so good at replicating the products of the western world that many are now borderline superior to the far more expensive products made here.

Would I buy contacts from them? No. Not something that touches my eye. I'll use my coverage and my parent's coverage to buy those for myself. As for glasses, undoubtedly.

[beripari]

DH only wears reading glasses. Opthamologist told him "just buy them at the $$ store"! He's bought $1, $2 pairs plus $20 pair at SDM -- no major difference in quality! So, he's bought a ton of them at the $1 store, one for every room in the house + his car! And, if he loses them, who cares? Why pay more for something that serves the exact same purpose? Works for us!

[MC25]

Any opinion on quality, by website? dunno which one i want to go with, but im leaning towards goggles4u.

[radeonboy]

Why the HECK did you CHOOSE them yourself then???:confused:

:confused: Because I didn't know by purchasing a glasses where your eyes sit closer to your face means weirder vision...I assumed that the people helping me would care enough to tell customers about the possible drawbacks of that...

I don't see anything wrong with people choosing their own frames man, but at least after they narrowed their choices, tell them of possible setbacks.

I don't see the logic of your statement.

[radeonboy]

Folks who purchased from Goggles4u and for others, whats the difference between these 2 lenses? Its the same price.

CR39 Material High Index Lenses (Antiglare, UV, and Scratch Free Coating)
Glass Material High Index Lenses (Antiglare, UV, and Scratch Free Coating)

Both are $13 in 1.57 form.

[JVM]

Any one looking for frames to tint into sunglasses should take a look at these pairs.

Brown
http://www.goggles4u.com/images/19426.jpg
http://www.goggles4u.com/detail.asp?PID=19426

Golden
http://www.goggles4u.com/images/19474.jpg
http://www.goggles4u.com/detail.asp?PID=19474

They used to come in Grey, but someone bought the last pair :razz:
http://www.goggles4u.com/detail.asp?PID=19502
I'll post pictures when they arrive.

[radeonboy]

JVM, those are nice!! Where did you find those? I seached for only Men's frames and didn't come across those I think...i may change my mind again :lol:

if you guys find any nice frames, please post them here! THANKS

Here is the one I was looking at since the numbers closely resemble my current ones.

http://www.goggles4u.com/images/13493.jpg

[pplesauec]

Im having trouble getting my PD measurement.

I went to a local Lenscrafters asking for one and they said that they dont provide that info, the optomotrist does. I knew this was BS and they were lieing, but too bad I didn't say anything about this. I knew that they do do PD measurements, but I didnt know that OPTICIANS specifically did them, and not OPTOMOTRISTS.

I then went to my optomotrist who said that they don't provide this info. I said that they should since I paid 75 dollars and its my information (not knowing that opticians do PD measurements, not optomotrists). The lady at the front desk apparently got mad because I kept pressing them about it and then the optomotrist came out and said that the OPTICIAN does the PD measurement, not the OPTOMOTRIST. I could have used this information earlier. Then she handed me my profile- and now I dont have an optomotrist anymore! Are they even allowed to do that?

The Lenscrafters also told me that they do provide PD measurements, but I had to buy a pair of glasses from them.

At another place, they said no, because "each place has different measuring techniqes, and its simply an odd request."

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The optometrist is GARY DANIELSON at LOUGHEED MALL IN COQUITLAM. AVOID.

Is there anyone willing to share the name of a store that provided them with a PD measurement for free?

Thank you!

[rsauve]

I went back to Dominion here in Nfld - they gave me a copy of my original
prescription, no problem.
At Costco the lady also gave me my PD.

[radeonboy]

Im having trouble getting my PD measurement.

I went to a local Lenscrafters asking for one and they said that they dont provide that info, the optomotrist does. I knew this was BS and they were lieing, but too bad I didn't say anything about this. I knew that they do do PD measurements, but I didnt know that OPTICIANS specifically did them, and not OPTOMOTRISTS.

I then went to my optomotrist who said that they don't provide this info. I said that they should since I paid 75 dollars and its my information (not knowing that opticians do PD measurements, not optomotrists). The lady at the front desk apparently got mad because I kept pressing them about it and then the optomotrist came out and said that the OPTICIAN does the PD measurement, not the OPTOMOTRIST. I could have used this information earlier. Then she handed me my profile- and now I dont have an optomotrist anymore! Are they even allowed to do that?

The Lenscrafters also told me that they do provide PD measurements, but I had to buy a pair of glasses from them.

At another place, they said no, because "each place has different measuring techniqes, and its simply an odd request."

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Im not sure if I should name the optomotrist online, but feel free to PM me and Ill be more than glad to tell you.

Is there anyone willing to share the name of a store that provided them with a PD measurement for free?

Thank you!

that sucks. don't worry, find another optometrist. they are supposed to give you the PD (if they are nice enough) since you already paid for the eye exam. Some write it down and do it for you if you ask nicely, but some don't. Most don't though. And the fact that your eye doctor didn't give it to you, says you should find another one whose better.

But at Lenscrafters, they can do it for you if you buy glasses. I got mine, so I'm gonna remember it from now on since it rarely changes. I think I will even go and ask for my old prescription to see if my PD even changed.

btw: a tip to get your PD from your eye doctor is to say that you need the PD because you need to get scuba diving goggles.

[msb45]

that sucks. don't worry, find another optometrist. they are supposed to give you the PD (if they are nice enough) since you already paid for the eye exam. Some write it down and do it for you if you ask nicely, but some don't. Most don't though. And the fact that your eye doctor didn't give it to you, says you should find another one whose better.

But at Lenscrafters, they can do it for you if you buy glasses. I got mine, so I'm gonna remember it from now on since it rarely changes. I think I will even go and ask for my old prescription to see if my PD even changed.

btw: a tip to get your PD from your eye doctor is to say that you need the PD because you need to get scuba diving goggles.

optometrists are not doctors, ophthalmologists are - an ophthalmologist HAS to give you access to any information in your chart, so if he measures a PD, then you are legally entitled to access this information. I'm not sure how optometrists/opticians work, though i'd be very surprised if they could deny you access to this information

[bluebyul]

Im having trouble getting my PD measurement.

I went to a local Lenscrafters asking for one and they said that they dont provide that info, the optomotrist does. I knew this was BS and they were lieing, but too bad I didn't say anything about this. I knew that they do do PD measurements, but I didnt know that OPTICIANS specifically did them, and not OPTOMOTRISTS.

Thank you!

weird.
my optomotrist did my pd, as she has been doing for all these years...
its always written on the sheet when i go for a checkup and a new prescription.

when i went to get my glasses done, the person there double checked that the pd was right, and then did a few other things before he put my order through.

sucks that you had such a stingy person.
hope things get settled for you eventually :(

[Al Kaseltzer]

I totally forgot to post about this when I first heard about it, but this might help people who are having trouble getting their PD with a prescription.

Last month Radio-Canada did an undercover investigation at a bunch of eyeglass retailers, and found that in 13 out of 30 visits, employees who were not qualified as opticians were selling glasses and measuring PDs. Basically, the sales clerks were doing the job the optician should have been. Legally (in Quebec at least), only an optometrist or optician can sell or adjust prescription glasses.

I can't find any english news sources, but here the all the french articles on Google News (http://www.google.ca/news?ned=fr_ca&hl=fr&ned=fr_ca&q=optom%C3%A9tristes+Qu%C3%A9bec&btnG=Rechercher).

If your looking for a good reason to ask for a PD that's not "I'm buying my glasses from the internet", this is a legitimate concern.

[Azevedo]

I totally forgot to post about this when I first heard about it, but this might help people who are having trouble getting their PD with a prescription.

Last month Radio-Canada did an undercover investigation at a bunch of eyeglass retailers, and found that in 13 out of 30 visits, employees who were not qualified as opticians were selling glasses and measuring PDs. Basically, the sales clerks were doing the job the optician should have been. Legally (in Quebec at least), only an optometrist or optician can sell or adjust prescription glasses.

I can't find any english news sources, but here the all the french articles on Google News (http://www.google.ca/news?ned=fr_ca&hl=fr&ned=fr_ca&q=optom%C3%A9tristes+Qu%C3%A9bec&btnG=Rechercher).

If your looking for a good reason to ask for a PD that's not "I'm buying my glasses from the internet", this is a legitimate concern.

Just this week I went for an eye exam and asked for the PD , the optemist that I needed it because I was buying my glasses in the interrnet . she got very concerned.

Because my glasses are preogressive Bi-focals and it wouldn't be well fit to my yees level.

My question is this a concern

would appreciate any comments.

Thanks in advance
Frank

[Azevedo]

I totally forgot to post about this when I first heard about it, but this might help people who are having trouble getting their PD with a prescription.

Last month Radio-Canada did an undercover investigation at a bunch of eyeglass retailers, and found that in 13 out of 30 visits, employees who were not qualified as opticians were selling glasses and measuring PDs. Basically, the sales clerks were doing the job the optician should have been. Legally (in Quebec at least), only an optometrist or optician can sell or adjust prescription glasses.

I can't find any english news sources, but here the all the french articles on Google News (http://www.google.ca/news?ned=fr_ca&hl=fr&ned=fr_ca&q=optom%C3%A9tristes+Qu%C3%A9bec&btnG=Rechercher).

If your looking for a good reason to ask for a PD that's not "I'm buying my glasses from the internet", this is a legitimate concern.

Just this week I went for an eye exam and asked for the PD , the optemist that I needed it because I was buying my glasses in the interrnet . she got very concerned.

Because my glasses are progressive Bi-focals and it wouldn't be well fit to my yees level.

My question is this a concern

would appreciate any comments.

Thanks in advance
Frank

[Al Kaseltzer]

It is a legitimate concern. In Quebec, becoming an optician is a 3 year college program that qualifies you legally to sell glasses and adjust them for fit. Who knows who's making these glasses in Hong Kong or Pakistan or wherever, and you're on your own for fitting them.

On the other hand, you can probably buy 5 pairs of glasses online, throw 4 of them that don't fit in the trash, and you'll still be saving money. The amount of positive feedback in this thread leads me to believe the odds are much better than that.

[Muse]

I did read a large portion of this thread and have a couple of questions:
1. What lenses would you folks suggest for a tiny child with +6.75 and a strabismus? I've seen a lot of talk about high negative prescriptions, but positive and I'm not sure if that would effect lens choice.
2. Any suggestions on where to get really tiny kids glasses?
3. Anyone know what the following information written on my daughter's glasses means?
Disney Princess 186 120 36[]16 :arrowu: 115
My guess was Brand/Model name and number. PD and I don't know the 115. The 36[]16 is also on the bridge of her glasses.

Thanks for this thread and the help in advance!

[hankscorpio]

I did read a large portion of this thread and have a couple of questions:
1. What lenses would you folks suggest for a tiny child with +6.75 and a strabismus? I've seen a lot of talk about high negative prescriptions, but positive and I'm not sure if that would effect lens choice.
2. Any suggestions on where to get really tiny kids glasses?
3. Anyone know what the following information written on my daughter's glasses means?
Disney Princess 186 120 36[]16 :arrowu: 115
My guess was Brand/Model name and number. PD and I don't know the 115. The 36[]16 is also on the bridge of her glasses.

Thanks for this thread and the help in advance!
Those are the measurements of her frames, the PD is nowhere to be found on those.

Be aware, especially since you're getting them for a small child, that with buying glasses online, they're not always going to be correct. Example - All 3 of the pairs that I got from Goggles4U were off. I don't think your child is going to be like "hey, I don't think these are entirely right" if they're not correct. If you do get them online, make sure you get them checked out somehow to make sure everything is correct.

[Muse]

Thanks hankscorpio, I appreciate the feedback. She sees the eye doctor 3-4 times a year and I'd bring the glasses with me to get the doctor to check them out before using them.

She's gone through 3 sets of $300 glasses in 7 months (she's only 21 months old). She isn't even in daycare yet so I can't imagine how many sets we'll be going through then.

I don't mind paying prices like $30-$50 for a set of glasses that could be duds if there is even a slight chance they could work out and I can order more of the exact same. Now if they break, she might be 3 weeks with nothing to wear while they are shipped off for repairs.

At worst, I loss a few bucks and I tried!

[VelociRacer]

I need to call Zenni but their lines (800-211-2105 or 415-785-7003) are always busy. Anyone have a better number to call?

[Hugh Jass]

I hadn't bought glasses in about ten years ( been wearing contacts for 6yrs), so I didn't have a fresh prescription around. So I just used my prescription strength from my contacts box and got my better half to measure my PD. The Zenni glasses are perfect in my mind. So what if they are 1mm off?

My Mrs just got her eyes tested and the prescription didn't include the PD, so she called and they gave it over the phone. I measured her PD myself to see if we were doing it right and I got the exact same as the eye doc.

[weedb0y]

I hadn't bought glasses in about ten years ( been wearing contacts for 6yrs), so I didn't have a fresh prescription around. So I just used my prescription strength from my contacts box and got my better half to measure my PD. The Zenni glasses are perfect in my mind. So what if they are 1mm off?

My Mrs just got her eyes tested and the prescription didn't include the PD, so she called and they gave it over the phone. I measured her PD myself to see if we were doing it right and I got the exact same as the eye doc.

It ain't rocket science.

How does one measure the PD properly. Could you please outline the steps.

[radeonboy]

Any one looking for frames to tint into sunglasses should take a look at these pairs.

Brown
http://www.goggles4u.com/images/19426.jpg
http://www.goggles4u.com/detail.asp?PID=19426

Golden
http://www.goggles4u.com/images/19474.jpg
http://www.goggles4u.com/detail.asp?PID=19474

They used to come in Grey, but someone bought the last pair :razz:
http://www.goggles4u.com/detail.asp?PID=19502
I'll post pictures when they arrive.

did these arrive for you yet????

[Emendo]

Does anyone have problem with Zenni Optical not installing the lenses of glasses correctly? I ordered a pair of glasses with -2.75 for each eye and default for all the other fields, so I know the lenses are symmetrical. When I got the glasses, the lenses were not installed symmetrically. Since it is a half rim, I can't go and re-adjust them with the screws.

http://img147.imageshack.us/img147/5241/dscf0001copyaq8.th.jpg (http://img147.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dscf0001copyaq8.jpg)

[sleepyguy]

Wow, that is crazy cheap.

I had to start wearing ones this year.

Oakley Socket 2.1 + lens w/all bells + whistles = outrageous $475. good thing benefits covers it all :) ~i really do like them though.

I may buy a few of these though... might as well seeing the prices are amazing! :)

[4got10]

Wow, that is crazy cheap.

I had to start wearing ones this year.

Oakley Socket 2.1 + lens w/all bells + whistles = outrageous $475. good thing benefits covers it all :) ~i really do like them though.

I may buy a few of these though... might as well seeing the prices are amazing! :)

I like you am a sucker for Oakley's (3 sunglasses and 1 rx) but when I was quoted 550 on a pair of Yard Lines with single vision lenses today I nearly hit the floor (I only paid $275.00 for my wiretaps).

1. Try on the different frames at B&M retail outlet and see which ones you like.

2. Look on-line as there should be a retailer that can get them to you for less or maybe on Ebay (seen one of the frames I was interested in for ~$90.00)

3. Take the frames to costco and get them to make the lens and install them. They will charge $18.00 for this and what the cost of the lens is.

I had to get new lenses in my Magnetwist after my dog put a huge scratch in one of the them. It only cost me about $110.00 for the lenses which included the crizal coating. I called them up today and asked if they can put lenses a pair of Oakley frames and they said no problem.

I believe the brakedown went like this

Cr39 -$30.00
Prof fee -$18.00
Crixal - $65.00

Worst part was looking into RX Fire lenses for my half-jackets $325.00... UGH

Hope this helps

[JVM]

Goggles4u updated their glasses selection this morning. Frames 19850-19700 are new today so they shouldn't be as picked over as the other frames.

http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=49699&u=110786&m=9118&urllink=&afftrack=

[ezdellboy]

Affiliate link, not cool. :!:

Goggles4u updated their glasses selection this morning. Frames 19850-19700 are new today so they shouldn't be as picked over as the other frames.

[JVM]

Affiliate link, not cool. :!:

Same affiliate link as the original post. RFD gets the cash, cool.

From first post...

Edit:
RFD affiliate links added.

[sleepyguy]

Yeah, I'm probably going to get one of my Oakley sunglasses fitted with perscription lenses. Hopefully under $200. I would be using my RazorWires ($99 sunglass hut price :)).

Too bad Oakley got bought out by some other company... not sure how the quality control will be now. -sg

I like you am a sucker for Oakley's (3 sunglasses and 1 rx) but when I was quoted 550 on a pair of Yard Lines with single vision lenses today I nearly hit the floor (I only paid $275.00 for my wiretaps).

1. Try on the different frames at B&M retail outlet and see which ones you like.

2. Look on-line as there should be a retailer that can get them to you for less or maybe on Ebay (seen one of the frames I was interested in for ~$90.00)

3. Take the frames to costco and get them to make the lens and install them. They will charge $18.00 for this and what the cost of the lens is.

I had to get new lenses in my Magnetwist after my dog put a huge scratch in one of the them. It only cost me about $110.00 for the lenses which included the crizal coating. I called them up today and asked if they can put lenses a pair of Oakley frames and they said no problem.

I believe the brakedown went like this

Cr39 -$30.00
Prof fee -$18.00
Crixal - $65.00

Worst part was looking into RX Fire lenses for my half-jackets $325.00... UGH

Hope this helps

[radeonboy]

Wow I didn't know they can put new lenses in your old glasses. Everywhere I go they make you buy new frames...

I just looked it up and you guys are talking about a "reglaze" correct? Thats awesome, down the line I'll just save my money and just replace the lenses then.

In fact I'm gonna tell me dad about this since he needs this more than me. He is old and doesnt take care of his glasses properly, it has scratches all over...I'll suggest him to just use his frames and get new lenses for them.

Too bad we dont have a Costco card yet....:-0

[canadiandollars]

Yeah, I'm probably going to get one of my Oakley sunglasses fitted with perscription lenses. Hopefully under $200. I would be using my RazorWires ($99 sunglass hut price :)).

Too bad Oakley got bought out by some other company... not sure how the quality control will be now. -sg

oakley is owned by luxottica which also manufactures ray ban and owns the lens crafters brand as well.. If anything they should be in good hands. :D

[Stevie Boy Wonder]

Just thought I'd add a quick review. Bought a pair of glasses from Goggles4u. Express shipping arrived in ~1week. Unfortunately, there's something up with the glasses. Right eye prescription/alignment isn't right and won't focus clear. Plus, some serious dizziness when I look around.

Gonna take it to my optometrist or lenscrafters and have them check it over to make sure they got all the specs right.

Kinda sucky experience so far...Everything is wayyy clearer with my contacts so far.

[radeonboy]

Just thought I'd add a quick review. Bought a pair of glasses from Goggles4u. Express shipping arrived in ~1week. Unfortunately, there's something up with the glasses. Right eye prescription/alignment isn't right and won't focus clear. Plus, some serious dizziness when I look around.

Gonna take it to my optometrist or lenscrafters and have them check it over to make sure they got all the specs right.

Kinda sucky experience so far...Everything is wayyy clearer with my contacts so far.

Maybe its chromatic abberation? I know for a fact material of lens has an affect for some people, like me. I got a new glasses at Lenscrafters recently...they gave me polycarbonate since I didnt know any better. I could see with them but they hurt soo bad, and things didnt look straight.

So I googled and learned at I was experiencing chromatic abberation. So I looked up the abbe value (you want a high abe value for less ca) and found that CR-39 plastic has a way higer abbe number than polycarbonate.

So now I can see perfectly with my new glasses because of CR-39 being less susceptible to chromatic abberations...

Or maybe they just screwed up the PD or prescriptions.

Please update us how it goes! Since I just ordered from Goggles4u 2 days ago...

[4got10]

Well I took a chance and ordered these off of Zenni

http://zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=435&cat=29&page=1

If they don't work out I wont feel so bad since the total price was just shy of $20.00.

I will post a review once I receive them

[Eyies]

Wow they have tons of frames, thanks OP

[sleepyguy]

cool, didn't know that. yeah that should work out well than.

fvckings sucks though... my socket 2.1s had a defect. damn right lens is installed incorrectly. back to the optical store. (shows you even a frigg'n pair of $500 glasses is manufacturered incorrectly :()

yes, just ask they store if they retrofit lenses. Usually they'll do it if the frame isn't too "bendy".

oakley is owned by luxottica which also manufactures ray ban and owns the lens crafters brand as well.. If anything they should be in good hands. :D

[Azevedo]

Yesterday I received my Glasses from Zenni optical via Hong Kong.

Ièm speechless, for what I paid and got no one believes me at work

Ièm very happy with the glasses!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Just wondering if i could sell glasses via a catalog, I would make a killing.

Frank

[Antiloop]

Good post... Shows you how overpriced glasses actually are.

[acekiller]

Goggles4u updated their glasses selection this morning. Frames 19850-19700 are new today so they shouldn't be as picked over as the other frames.

http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=49699&u=110786&m=9118&urllink=&afftrack=

How did you find out about their new selection? Do they have an email alert that we could sign up for or something?

[zhewie]

Yesterday I received my Glasses from Zenni optical via Hong Kong.

Ièm speechless, for what I paid and got no one believes me at work

Ièm very happy with the glasses!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Just wondering if i could sell glasses via a catalog, I would make a killing.

Frank


Optical 4 Less offers an affiliate / reseller program. Good luck!

[Danno2005]

Just received my Zenni pair of glasses yesterday with magnetic clip on shades. I bought an extra clip-on and they shipped 3 (an extra set) all together - cool. I ordered AR coatings and next step up index glass. They arrived from Hong Kong 10 days after ordering on a Friday night.

I have used them with computers, TV viewing and driving. The polarized clip ons are great at cutting the snow glare.

I give these glasses a 10/10 and am greatly impressed with them. This would have cost $400 at a standard optician.

Delivered cost was $60 - woohoo!!

Thank you RFD !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

:cheesygri

[OverDriveAdamJ]

After all the good feedback on ZenniOptical, I ordered a pair on Thrusday. I'll post an update after I receive them.

[JVM]

Bumping this thread because Goggles4u updated their inventory.

Product codes 21090-19847 are the newest frames.

http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=49699&u=110786&m=9118&urllink=&afftrack=
(affiliate link is RFD's check the OP).

I just check often, they don't have a email notification service.

[JVM]

Some nice aviator glasses for someone.

http://www.goggles4u.com/images/21020.jpg
http://www.goggles4u.com/detail.asp?PID=21020

[locri]

Hey everyone... just found this thread after some searching.

Very cool stuff, but after talking to my insurance, they apparently only will pay for glasses ordered from Canadian websites... does anyone know of any good ones that are based in Canada?

The only one I've found so far is:
http://www.supereyespex.com/index.html

The prices are a bit more than some of the other sites and the website itself looks like it could be kept a bit better, so I'm wary.

Any advice would be appreciated, thanks!

[radeonboy]

I just got my glasses from Goggles4u. I'll do a review on them soon enough and give you guys some pictures.

[radeonboy]

Here is my review from my experience with Goggles4u.com.

I had recently got my new prescription so I needed new glasses. My eyes changed a tad bit from the old and I couldn't see stuff far away, so I needed new ones.

Anyway I purchased my glasses from Lenscrafters since I had to submit for insurance claims ASAP. Anyway the CR39 Lenscrafters gave me was nothing bad about it except it was thick, thicker than what I've had. I don't know what index but it was shockingly thick for a only -3.25 prescription. They charged me $300 for lens only, good thing insurance paid for half of the total price.

I came across this thread a while back, so I was curious if I could get glasses for this cheap. I decided try out Goggles4u. I tried to pick the frame that looked the strongest/thickest because I heard complaint's about frames being a little "cheap".

I found a nice looking design that resembled the Vogue glasses I got from Lenscrafters and based my #'s from those frames. This was only going to be a test for me, so I found the cheapest frames, $8, and chose the cheapest standard CR39 lens for $13. So with the coupon, I only paid $19.86CAD.

I ordered on JAN 20 and it arrived today JAN 31, so about 11 days if you include weekends.

Funky packaging made with cheap "pant" type of material. Stitched and closed with candle wax, like the olden days.

I opened it up and prayed nothing broke, and everything was fine. Got a blue Chinese branded cloth, and surprisingly a good glasses case! This case is better than the dinky Vogue case I got from Lenscrafters.

First impressions - Looks nice, does feel a little bit "cheap" meaning the arms are made of plastic and they don't have the long strip of memory metal like the ones I'm always used too. The metal inside the arm extends half way. So don't even try to bend them or else they will likely snap.....Initial problem was the right arm bending awkwardly on a curve, kinda like designer sunglasses. While the left side was a bit straight. Basically I'm gonna live with it since its not bad, it just wraps around my head tighter than usual, which isn't a bad thing. My other glasses, I like it a little loose.

Lens - I can't believe these CR39 are thinner than the ones I bought from Lenscrafters! Lenscrafters the edges are the thickest I've owned and my prescription isnt that bad (-3.25)....These ones are substantially thinner and these are the standard index lens supposedly unless they upgraded me without me knowing for free. My 3rd previous glasses are the least thickest -- the thinnest of them all, flush with the thin frames.

I had another problem with the nose pieces. Nose pieces are crucial for 1. comfort and 2. being able to see things clearly. I couldn't see things 100% clear because the nose pieces were not adjusted properly for my nose. I tinkered the nose piece for about 1 hour until it was comfortable and my sight improved dramatically. The lens "seem" to be spot on with the right prescription and is clear and sharp. Had the green tinted Anti-reflection coating such as Lenscrafters.

Nothing bad to say about the lens except few things...

1. Stains easily from washing with warm water. I wipe the water away and there is water stains on the lens...The lens just seems a tad bit harder to clean than what I've been using before.

2. A tiny gash at the top of the lens where they cut the lens, just a tiny bit, hardly can tell.

3. Left lens has this small defect. A small "dot" just below half way. Seems like its a defect in the process of making the lens. Maybe goggles4u buys defect lenses, and tries to use the parts of the lens with less defects...? I may contact them about this, but it doesnt seem to bother me too much.

4. Dont over tinker back and forth with the nose pieces or else they might break off like those coke can tabs to open the can...if you go back and forth, eventually they will break off. Same goes for these nose pieces.

Overall I'm definitely surprised with what I've experienced. $20 you can't go wrong. I'm definitely gonna use this as my backup pair, and sometimes when I'm just playing games, reading....

PICTURES...

http://img505.imageshack.us/img505/9973/dsc0001vk0.jpg
Nice case...
http://img505.imageshack.us/img505/6103/dsc0008me2.jpg
Look at the thickness of these lens...My new lenscrafters can't compare...
http://img337.imageshack.us/img337/2917/dsc0010ot4.jpg

So you might be getting a hit or miss...It always seems to be if you're lucky!

[pplesauec]

^^
Good to see that some people are getting their orders on time!


I made an order with Googles4U on JAN 4 and it was shipped JAN 7, thats about 21 days, and I still have not received my pacakge!

Im going call Canada Post and see what they say. Although Im sure they wont be able to do anything. Im going to do a chargeback on my credit card soon. Awful!

[acekiller]

^^
Good to see that some people are getting their orders on time!


I made an order with Googles4U on JAN 4 and it was shipped JAN 7, thats about 21 days, and I still have not received my pacakge!

Im going call Canada Post and see what they say. Although Im sure they wont be able to do anything. Im going to do a chargeback on my credit card soon. Awful!

2X days sounds about right for the free shipping. I say if you don't get it this week, then you should think about getting the charge back.

[TheHans]

^^
Good to see that some people are getting their orders on time!


I made an order with Googles4U on JAN 4 and it was shipped JAN 7, thats about 21 days, and I still have not received my pacakge!

Im going call Canada Post and see what they say. Although Im sure they wont be able to do anything. Im going to do a chargeback on my credit card soon. Awful!

Are you sure the order was *shipped* on January 7? I'm just asking because both times I ordered from Googles4U it took about two weeks before the glasses were shipped. Overall, the process took 3-4 weeks from ordering. I had to get one pair replaced and that also took the same 3-4 weeks. My point being that it's not really too much time overall -- based on my limited experience at least -- just too much time if it's been 21 days since the shipping.

The Hans

[radeonboy]

^^
Good to see that some people are getting their orders on time!


I made an order with Googles4U on JAN 4 and it was shipped JAN 7, thats about 21 days, and I still have not received my pacakge!

Im going call Canada Post and see what they say. Although Im sure they wont be able to do anything. Im going to do a chargeback on my credit card soon. Awful!

give it at least 1 more week. I read well ahead that people have gotten theirs even in 4 weeks or something like that. My order was a test, and I had the time to wait.

Maybe they are still coming! Hopefully you get them :!:

[skanji]

Are you sure the order was *shipped* on January 7? I'm just asking because both times I ordered from Googles4U it took about two weeks before the glasses were shipped. Overall, the process took 3-4 weeks from ordering. I had to get one pair replaced and that also took the same 3-4 weeks. My point being that it's not really too much time overall -- based on my limited experience at least -- just too much time if it's been 21 days since the shipping.

The Hans

They will come - dont freak...

I have ordered 4 pairs with no problems from g4u

[alt130]

Yeah, keep in mind this is coming from overseas and there can often be delays. I've had things even just from the US take weeks to arrive.

And it's a bit low to just do a chargeback without even contacting the merchant first to see what they can do.

[pplesauec]

Are you sure the order was *shipped* on January 7? I'm just asking because both times I ordered from Googles4U it took about two weeks before the glasses were shipped. Overall, the process took 3-4 weeks from ordering. I had to get one pair replaced and that also took the same 3-4 weeks. My point being that it's not really too much time overall -- based on my limited experience at least -- just too much time if it's been 21 days since the shipping.

The Hans


The shipping info is directly from the CCNow email I received. I sent an email to Googles4U at the beginning of this week and they said the package would arrive in a few days.

Hmm. Now Im thinking of waiting maybe a couple more weeks.

[neo1973]

Found a google group with reviews for most of the popular online eyeglasses retailers.

http://groups.google.com/group/glassyeyes/web/

[nacho113]

Found a google group with reviews for most of the popular online eyeglasses retailers.

http://groups.google.com/group/glassyeyes/web/

Try this, he's got his own blog up now
http://glassyeyes.blogspot.com/

[tas69]

The shipping info is directly from the CCNow email I received. I sent an email to Googles4U at the beginning of this week and they said the package would arrive in a few days.

Hmm. Now Im thinking of waiting maybe a couple more weeks.

I think it takes about 10 days to get here (Vancouver) from Pakistan(?) and then it takes some time to clear customs. I think when I ordered my pair from Goggles4U it took about 20 days.

[RedLightning]

I just got my order on Saturday and have been wearing my new glasses for two days now. The clarity has certainly improved from my old prescription, but is it normal for everything to look slightly distorted even after two days? It's been a while since I changed my prescription but I only went from -4.0/-5.0 to -4.25/-5.25.

The difference hadn't really hit me that hard until I came into work this morning and sat in front of my dual monitor setup here... this is really disorienting.

[dangerousfob]

for goggles4u, has anyone successfully got back 15% for being a repeat buyer?

It says on their website that they will refund 15% after it ships. I received the glasses but no refund, emailed them 3 times in the last 3 weeks and still didnt get even a reply.

To make matters worst, I paid for "photocromic?" lenses and received just a normal pair.

[TheHans]

for goggles4u, has anyone successfully got back 15% for being a repeat buyer?

It says on their website that they will refund 15% after it ships. I received the glasses but no refund, emailed them 3 times in the last 3 weeks and still didnt get even a reply.

To make matters worst, I paid for "photocromic?" lenses and received just a normal pair.

I got the discount, but I had to e-mail them *many* times to get them to do it. Three times over three weeks probably isn't enough. You have to e-mail them frequently so that they find you bothersome enough to give the discount. Also, for me at least, they only gave me an additional 10% as I'd used the 5% discount from the Eyeglasses Reviews site when placing the order originally. I don't really know if I thought this was kosher, but I didn't feel like arguing about the additional 5% with them.

As for the incorrect lenses, one of my pairs came with small scratches and they sent me out a new pair. I just kept the old one. There really wasn't any problem from them regarding this.

The Hans

[jamesbonddd]

Can anyone recommend the amount of tinting required to produce a reasonable pair of sunglasses for driving and being out and about. The goggles4u site gives options from 10% to 100%. Has anyone ordered the tint for sunglasses and how dark was it? Would 50% be dark enough to protect from sun but not too dark to cause problem seeing clearly in lower light situations?

[batye]

zennioptical.com - order placed on January 6 2008
got order conformation- same day and
tracking number - later on January 20 2008 - took more than two week but I did order some extra work on my glasses
order got deliverd from HK to Canada
via Canada Post
Delivered on February 01, 2008
shipped in buble envelope
hard plastic nice cases with Zennioptical microfiber cloth wrap around eyeglasses
I 'm happy with my order really pleased with my eyeglasses
Good Quality and the Good price
to order eyeglasses
go to
www.zennioptical.com
Zenni Optical
Phone: 1-800-211-2105
or 415-785-7003
Fax: 415-491-4516
URL: www.zennioptical.com

aslo shipping from HK to Canada for 3 eyeglasses cost: $6.95 - yes with tracking number to check on HK post and Canada post
80% tint on all of my eyeglasses as I use them outside as sun eyeglasses also
for computer use I would recommend no more 20%-30% max tint depends on the color and brightness of the monitor

[bonzo]

Just ordered off of Goggles4u.com and used coupon code YRUBSV for $1.30 US off my total.

[flamenko]

from Goggles4u several times in the last two years and each time got 20% from the coupon when ordering and then an additonal discount (15%)after the fact as a repeat customer.

Not once did i ever have to remind them.

Luck of the draw I guess.

[snufkyn]

any problem with fitting so far? I mean every time I get new glasses they always check the distance between my eyes and it seems the lens are made custom to that? but then again I am not a lens manufacturer so I don't know, anyone care to explain this?

[flamenko]

I simply followed their fitting guide and all of my glasses have fit properly. I am on my fifth order as of yesterday and have become somewhat a style nut with my glasses.

Lol...funny considering I pay $25 for prescription lenses delivered to my home.

[ultracrt]

With the Chinese New Year just arrived, there is a new 15% off coupon code kon_hei_fat_choi for optical4less, with order of $50 or more. It expires on March 6th, 2008.

[wiebecj]

I now have 3 pairs of perscription shades, and 4 pairs of glasses. My wife has 6 pairs of glasses (2 have been broken by children ripping them off her face and throwing them to the floor - she works at a daycare) and 2 pairs of shades. She has 2 pairs that she wouldn't be caught dead in (ended up looking like granny glasses) and I have 1 pair that I almost never wear - they said "red" but turned out to be closer to pink.... All for $300 from about 5 separate orders. I've referred about 10 people to the site (they are all from zennioptical but one pair) and everyone loves them!!! I give them 5 stars!!!!!!!! Googles4u is ok too, but their site is too difficult to navigate I find.

[neo1973]

For a high prescription what's the best place to order?

[JVM]

Bumping this thread because Goggles4u updated their inventory.

Product codes 21350-21090 are the newest frames.

http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=49699&u=110786&m=9118&urllink=&afftrack=
(affiliate link is RFD's check the OP).

I just check often, they don't have a email notification service.

[acekiller]

Thanks for letting us know!

[Jockey]

Just wanted to let everyone know that they can save an extra 5% off of their purchase from Goggles4U (http://www.Goggles4U.com) when they enter "arcaro" near the checkout.

I used it when I bought my second pair of glasses from them recently. Simple "D" lined bifocal lenses with bendable titanium frames for about $45 USD...sweet! ;)

Still getting used to the line in the middle, but I basically bought them as a second pair to keep around in case something bad >:( happens to the progressive bifocals which I wear every day. It's hard to believe that I bought them over a year ago already.

[OverDriveAdamJ]

Ordered 1/24/2008
Shipping confirmation on 2/4/2008
Received February 14, 2008

I love my glasses - purchased from Zenni Optical. $19.90 US - basic. Love them. Now i'm ordering another 2 pairs.

+1 for Zenni

[Stevie Boy Wonder]

Just wanted to update my experience. So I mentioned earlier that I had a lot of trouble with dizzyness and inability to see clearly with my Goggles4u order. It turns out that Goggles4u got the pupil distance wrong, by a sizable amount. They gave me the right prescription but with 71mm PD, versus my actual 64mm PD. My optometrist checked twice. I e-mailed them, but have yet to hear back from them. Hopefully they resolve the issue.

[AngeLLB]

This isn't exactly a one time deal or anything, but still pretty amazing. When I was looking for glasses in Winnipeg, I was finding I would probably have to spend at least $150-$200 for a basic pair (even Walmart was $25 for the frames + $135 for basic lenses). I came across a few online sites and the price difference just blew my mind, so I thought I'd share them.

All the prices are in USD, but after exchange, the cheapest sites come to around $30 CDN after shipping which isn't too bad. Those are for single-vision lenses. Bifocals, trifocals, etc would be more.

Goggles4u
http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=49699&u=110786&m=9118&urllink=&afftrack= - frames&lenses are $26. Free worldwide shipping.

Optical4less
http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=19045&u=110786&m=5182&urllink=&afftrack= - frames&lenses from $29 + $8 shipping to Canada.

39 Dollar Glasses
http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-749547-8351120 - frames&lenses from $39 + $8 shipping to Canada.

Zenni Optical
http://www.zennioptical.com - frames&lenses from $19 + $9 shipping to Canada.

There might be some duty, as Zenni and 39dollar are both in the US, Goggles4u is in Pakistan, and Optical4less in China. Edit: I and many others have not been charged duty, as prescription glasses appear to be exempt.

I placed orders with 39dollarglasses and with goggles4u, but they haven't come in yet. If anyone's interested I'll post with my experiences when they come in. Edit: Placed orders with both as well as others. Have pictures and experiences listed on my site (links below).

Edit:
RFD affiliate links added. Also feel free to check out a site I created some time ago where I review these retailers and various others:
http://www.eyeglassretailerreviews.com/
Also a contact lens retailer review site. Doesn't have any purchase experiences yet (although I have bought from one of them so far):
http://www.contactlensretailerreviews.com/

Just wanted to say I ordered through Zenni Optical...I cheaped out and bought $9.95 frames, and shipping was $6.95, total came to $16.90 USD.

FANTASTIC! I got a pair that was similar looking to my old Silhouette frames ($300 frames!) and since I wear them around the house anyway I didn't bother with the extras like UV coating etc. And for the $ completely worth it.

No customs, no duty or anything. It DID take several weeks, but WORTH IT in my opinion.

[keitaro]

Which of these stores is the best in terms of quality?

[JVM]

Bumping this thread because Goggles4u updated their inventory.

Product codes 21600-21350 are the newest frames.

http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=49699&u=110786&m=9118&urllink=&afftrack=
(affiliate link is RFD's check the OP).

I just check often, they don't have a email notification service.

[duster]

Bumping this thread because Goggles4u updated their inventory.

Product codes 21600-21350 are the newest frames.

http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=49699&u=110786&m=9118&urllink=&afftrack=
(affiliate link is RFD's check the OP).

I just check often, they don't have a email notification service.

Or at least a "new arrival" section :(

[nacho113]

Or at least a "new arrival" section :(

There is a "New Arrival" section, it's in the "Prescription Eyewear" menu at the top of the page.

[Amourek]

Has anyone bought from Goggles4u using PayPal recently? I keep getting this error:

We are experiencing problems connecting to PayPal site. Please try again later or try another payment option.

[aerith_lnq]

I just used paypal and it worked fine.

[CSK'sMom]

Just ordered 2 pair of glasses for our 16 yr old from Zenni. Both really funky frames, one with magnetic sunglass clip-ons for $74US.

[Shaggy]

I just received my glasses from Zenni. I'm very happy with the entire process. Ordered on Feb 2nd, glasses shipped on Feb 16th, and arrived on Feb 26th. No problems with the lenses or the frames.

I'm thinking of getting a pair of photochromic lenses now. Does anyone have any experience with those? How long do they take to adjust from light to dark and back?

Thanks

[Cryton]

Curious. Do any of these places offer polarized sunglass lenses? I see that Zenni offers tinting but doesn't state anything about if they are polarized or not (I assume not). Even if they are not polarized, how well do they work? I need some sunglasses and would like something decent. Thanks!

[ZeroCoolZ]

Curious. Do any of these places offer polarized sunglass lenses? I see that Zenni offers tinting but doesn't state anything about if they are polarized or not (I assume not). Even if they are not polarized, how well do they work? I need some sunglasses and would like something decent. Thanks!

Selectspecs.com has polarized lenses for like 44$ extra...

[Cryton]

Selectspecs.com has polarized lenses for like 44$ extra...

Ouch. Bit steep considering their prices by themselves seem more expensive than the other places. Thanks for the input still!

[doug_999]

I was originally very pleased with Zenni. However within 2 weeks a piece has fallen off my glasses. I have sent 3 emails and the phone number on their site does not work. Their service is non-existent. I cannot get anybody to respond to - I am stuck with glasses that are no good to me now. Stay away - I would not recommend them.

[JVM]

Bumping this thread because Goggles4u updated their inventory.

Product codes 21820-21600 are the newest frames.

http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=49699&u=110786&m=9118&urllink=&afftrack=
(affiliate link is RFD's check the OP).

Edit: link fixed, thanks.

[AngeLLB]

I was originally very pleased with Zenni. However within 2 weeks a piece has fallen off my glasses. I have sent 3 emails and the phone number on their site does not work. Their service is non-existent. I cannot get anybody to respond to - I am stuck with glasses that are no good to me now. Stay away - I would not recommend them.

I had a small problem when I ordered my second pair because they sent me the brown frames instead of the black ones in the style I wanted. I sent them a fax, with my contact info, and they shipped me the black ones free of charge! I didn't get a reply or anything, just a new shipment several weeks later.

I was very pleased - not with their communication skills, which were non-existent, but they seemed quick to correct mistakes.

Try faxing maybe? I never tried their e-mail or telephone number...

Funny though - their shipments come from Hong Kong?

[acekiller]

Bumping this thread because Goggles4u updated their inventory.

Product codes 21820-21600 are the newest frames.

http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=49...ink=&afftrack=
(affiliate link is RFD's check the OP).

link doesn't work

There is an error in your link code.

There is an error in your link code. Please get a new copy of the code from your account and replace the current code on your website.

Shareasale.com manages the relationships between advertisers and affiliates, which is why you were directed to our site. Since the link that you clicked contains an error, you were not redirected to the site.

[whatsup]

I just received my glasses from Zenni. I'm very happy with the entire process. Ordered on Feb 2nd, glasses shipped on Feb 16th, and arrived on Feb 26th. No problems with the lenses or the frames.

I'm thinking of getting a pair of photochromic lenses now. Does anyone have any experience with those? How long do they take to adjust from light to dark and back?

Thanks

How did you find out that your glassess was shipped on the 16th ?

I ordered my glassess on the Feb 18 and I haven't heard from Zenni. It's March 10 now.

[Rikkk]

How did you find out that your glassess was shipped on the 16th ?

I ordered my glassess on the Feb 18 and I haven't heard from Zenni. It's March 10 now.

You get an email saying they were shipped.

I am on my 4th order with Zenni and have been very pleased with the glasses we have recieved. They are so inexpensive I seem to order new glasses or sun glasses every couple months.

I must say I have a week prescription so my glasses are always the cheepest price.

I just finished ordering 2 pair of progressives for my Mom so I will come back and let you know how good they are.

Rick

[CanadianMoFo]

I ordered a couple pairs of glasses from Zenni a while back. I am very satisfied with them. One pair was rimless which I really wanted.

http://zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=592&cat=3&page=1

The neat thing is you can choose the lens shape you want.

The other pair was cheaper with silicone arms. Turns out that the silicone pair is the pair I REALLY REALLY like. Fits super comfortable, stays on no matter what I'm doing.

http://zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=849&cat=15&page=1


At the prices they charge you can order a couple pairs and even if you only like one, you've saved hundreds of dollars. They ship with tracking numbers via post office. I'm definately shopping there again the next time the urge for new glasses hits.

CM.

[Spyder187]

The neat thing is you can choose the lens shape you want.

The other pair was cheaper with silicone arms. Turns out that the silicone pair is the pair I REALLY REALLY like. Fits super comfortable, stays on no matter what I'm doing.

http://zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=849&cat=15&page=1

CM.

Wow those glasses are close to the shape and type that I want. What colour did you get?

I have trouble with my glasses slowly drooping down my nose and not staying up on my nose properly so I'm always pushing it back into place. Those silicone arms, are they easily adjustable?

I'm thinking of ordering a pair. Can't get them tinted in an index 6.7 though. I'm -6.00 and -4.25 so I think index 6.7 is important, yet maybe I should order a pair tinted first to try and then another one if that one works well...

Thanks.

[nite4evr]

Just ordered a pair of glasses from Zenni, hope they come before April 24.
:)

[Kayaker_NC]

Spyder187 said:
"I have trouble with my glasses slowly drooping down my nose and not staying up on my nose properly so I'm always pushing it back into place."

You might want to check on a reasonably priced solution to the slippage problem at Wedgees dot com.
I bought some and they worked perfectly in the heat and humidity of a recent Caribbean vacation.

Kayaker

[CanadianMoFo]

Wow those glasses are close to the shape and type that I want. What colour did you get?

I have trouble with my glasses slowly drooping down my nose and not staying up on my nose properly so I'm always pushing it back into place. Those silicone arms, are they easily adjustable?

I'm thinking of ordering a pair. Can't get them tinted in an index 6.7 though. I'm -6.00 and -4.25 so I think index 6.7 is important, yet maybe I should order a pair tinted first to try and then another one if that one works well...

Thanks.

I got mine in a grey/black fade, not available any more. You can't adjust the arms at all. They stay in the shape they are in.

CM

[mizermalice]

Just ordered a pair of glasses from Zenni, hope they come before April 24.
:)

same here. so we receive delivery confirmation when they ship it out right?

[bdebaar]

I have ordered from a Hong Kong company - shipping was usually free or very minimal - they only had rimless eyeglasses but their customer service was amazing - check out http://www.myeyeglasses.net/ .

If you want to keep it in Canada and still be inexpensive try https://www.clearlycontacts.ca/glasses - you can get 4 frames sent (free including shipping to you and back) to you to try and then place an order. The first 4 I did not like but I got another 4 sent and I made a choice. I have ordered contacts from this company before and they have very good customer service also.

Best of Luck!

[nite4evr]

same here. so we receive delivery confirmation when they ship it out right?

I think we're suppose to receive a delivery confirmation once it's shipped, at least that's what i've been told here.
I can't wait! Prescription sunglasses for under $30 bucks!! Sounds like a wicked deal! But I'm a bit worry because I heard China lenses doesn't hold the tint too well, but we'll see.

RE Spyder187: If glasses kept slipping down from your nose then that means you need to get a different type of glasses. You need the glasses with adjustable nose, and cannot use the Acetate ones without adjustable nose. My girl had the same problem.

[sanjeev_ifci]

I had a small problem when I ordered my second pair because they sent me the brown frames instead of the black ones in the style I wanted. I sent them a fax, with my contact info, and they shipped me the black ones free of charge! I didn't get a reply or anything, just a new shipment several weeks later.

I was very pleased - not with their communication skills, which were non-existent, but they seemed quick to correct mistakes.

Try faxing maybe? I never tried their e-mail or telephone number...

Funny though - their shipments come from Hong Kong?


Were you charged any duties on that, I ordered a pair and it is sitting with customs for last few days

[Flyingz]

has neone tried the site www.glassescrafter.com ? seems like a good place to get cheap designer frames

[jmalias]

Spyder187 said:
"I have trouble with my glasses slowly drooping down my nose and not staying up on my nose properly so I'm always pushing it back into place."

You might want to check on a reasonably priced solution to the slippage problem at Wedgees dot com.
I bought some and they worked perfectly in the heat and humidity of a recent Caribbean vacation.

Kayaker

or..:idea: with all the money you saved on your glasses...u can get a nose job...

[leadingsimon]

My order from Zenni Optical arrived today and I must admit that they're not bad. The prescription I provided is accurate and as far as I can tell, the glasses are comfortable so far. Also, the order was made 2 weeks ago, so I'd say thats not bad considering that its coming from Hk.

[opilion]

I ordered two pairs back in February. It was mostly an experiment to see what $25 could buy in a pair of prescription glasses.

The first pair was ordered from goggles4u.com. It camed in the infamous sewn-closed cloth packaging, sealed with wax and labeled with a stamp from the Pakistani Post. My address was sloppily hand-written in large letters on the package. This order was a pair of sunglasses in a metal frame. The prescription seemed accurate. The workmanship was poor, however. The frames were somewhat square in the corners - the lenses, however were a little more rounded, leaving small gaps between the lens and frame in the corners.

The second pair was ordered from Zenni Optical. These arrived in a white bubble pad envelope. The cleaning cloth had the company name and website on them - a nice touch on the marketing side. My initial impression was that they were much a more professional outfit than goggles4u. Looking at the glasses themselves, I found the workmanship also to be far superior. The lenses fit the frame perfectly and the prescription appears to be accurate. I like these so much that I find myself wearing them more often than the $200 pair I bought from a local optician.

Both pairs cost me roughly $25 with shipping, so my expectations were not high. Goggles4u pretty much lived up to my low expectations - I got what I paid for. Zenni, on the other hand, exceeded my expectations with great looking glasses and many requests from friends and co-workers asking for the website address to check it out for themselves.

I'm sure that the quality from one order to the next will vary greatly with any of these companies, but these were my experiences.

[hotstartup]

zenni is great ive ordered several pairs from them, each one exceeded expectation.

[nacho113]

zenni is great ive ordered several pairs from them, each one exceeded expectation.

I also have had great results from Zenni. I've purchased many pairs myself and now have my wife and son "addicted" to inexpensive glasses also. I've got several of my friends hooked on this also.
Kudos to the OP, this has been a great thread that I have followed and contributed to for the past 2+ years.

[whatsup]

I ordered my glasses from Zenni and I am no impress with the long wait. After 3 weeks and 2 two days, I final received an email saying that my order has been shipped from Hong Kong. Now I probably have to wait 1 or 2 more weeks before I get my glasses. I just hope the quality of the glasses is good, otherwise I'll be pissed.

[CSK'sMom]

Just ordered 2 pair of glasses for our 16 yr old from Zenni. Both really funky frames, one with magnetic sunglass clip-ons for $74US.

Just recieved an email that these have shipped as of today. Tracking number is valid and in the system.

whatsup, what kind of frames did you order? Following this thread for quite a while and I've come to the conclusion that for any of the more "funky" or fashion forward frames it seems to take longer. Both pairs our son ordered fit in that category so we actually expected it to take a bit longer to ship.

[whatsup]

whatsup, what kind of frames did you order? Following this thread for quite a while and I've come to the conclusion that for any of the more "funky" or fashion forward frames it seems to take longer. Both pairs our son ordered fit in that category so we actually expected it to take a bit longer to ship.

Nothing funky, just regular frame, lenses are progressive and photochromic. But still it shouldn't take 3 weeks to make. Their web site states that with extra processes, one should get the glasses in 3 weeks instead of 2. The coming Monday would be 4 weeks. Now it is sitting at Vancouver custom. How long before they release it who knows.

I would like to hear from people how ong it took them to get their glasses from Zennio orders.

[weedb0y]

I am 100% satisfied with this new pair of glasses I picked up from goggles4u. I chose the higher index (mid-range one) and everything is perfect. Totally satisfied. It came within 2 weeks as well.

I did measure PD and everything this time.

[JVM]

Bumping this thread because Goggles4u updated their inventory.

Product codes 22070-21820 are the newest frames.

http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=49699&u=110786&m=9118&urllink=&afftrack=
(affiliate link is RFD's check the OP).

I can't imagine these frames will last long, only one pair, and only in brown, would make some nice shades.

http://www.goggles4u.com/images/21980.jpg

http://www.goggles4u.com/detail.asp?PID=21980

[Khrak]

Nothing funky, just regular frame, lenses are progressive and photochromic. But still it shouldn't take 3 weeks to make. Their web site states that with extra processes, one should get the glasses in 3 weeks instead of 2. The coming Monday would be 4 weeks. Now it is sitting at Vancouver custom. How long before they release it who knows.

I would like to hear from people how ong it took them to get their glasses from Zennio orders.

I placed 2 orders with Zenni. First was just my "sample" pair. $8 frames + basic lenses. Took 10 real days (6 business days) to arrive. Second order included photochromic rimless lenses, sunglasses, and regular glasses, and took 20 real days (14 business) to arrive.

[rajeshr]

I placed 2 orders with Zenni. First was just my "sample" pair. $8 frames + basic lenses. Took 10 real days (6 business days) to arrive. Second order included photochromic rimless lenses, sunglasses, and regular glasses, and took 20 real days (14 business) to arrive.

Seven weeks and waiting. I was notified that it shipped from Hong Kong last Friday (six weeks after I ordered). Guess I've learnt my lesson about these clowns!!!:mad:

[Stevie Boy Wonder]

Just an update from my experience with Googles4U. Bought a pair of rimless glasses with DHL shipping (needed them asap). Glasses came within ~1.5weeks. Unfortunately the PD wasn't right. Took me ~3weeks to figure that out, finally had an optometrist help me check the lenses.

E-mailed Goggle4U, told them my problem, and they told me to select 3 frames that I liked, and they'd send me whichever they had left, for free. In ~2weeks I had a correct pair of glasses. PD and prescription seem right, don't have the dizzy issues this time, but haven't got them officially checked.

I actually like my first pair of glasses a lot more, but hey, I can't complain that much for fast and responsive customer service that got me a second pair of glasses for free in a pretty good amount of time. Overall experience would be B+/A-

[Thundercloud]

Very unhappy with Zenni.

Bought a pair of rimless. One of the lens is very loose, the other one has a scraped corner (one corner of a lens looks like it's polished or something). And their customer service is not responding.

Would've bought from Optical4Less instead, if their Polycarbonate lens didn't cost $30 something to upgrade.

[fuc847]

how are the $8 glasses from zennioptical?

i kinda like http://zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=435&cat=20&page=1#largeimage

but looks pretty cheap

[najibs]

how are the $8 glasses from zennioptical?

i kinda like http://zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=435&cat=20&page=1#largeimage

but looks pretty cheap

How ironic. Maybe you should look at the post above yours :twisted:

[Screwball]

Nothing funky, just regular frame, lenses are progressive and photochromic. But still it shouldn't take 3 weeks to make. Their web site states that with extra processes, one should get the glasses in 3 weeks instead of 2. The coming Monday would be 4 weeks. Now it is sitting at Vancouver custom. How long before they release it who knows.

I would like to hear from people how ong it took them to get their glasses from Zennio orders.

Ordered a rimless pair of glasses on March 4th, and the delivery was missed today, so I just have to go pick them up at the post office.

[Khrak]

how are the $8 glasses from zennioptical?

i kinda like http://zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=435&cat=20&page=1#largeimage

but looks pretty cheap

2 of my pairs are $8 glasses. Both are frame #4115, and are extremely well made. Frame is very strong, lenses are superior to lenses that cost me $150+ in Canada (same prescription, Zenni lenses are far sharper). The frame was narrow for my head (I just ordered the first pair to see the lens quality), but the frame was more then strong enough to handle me bending them by hand to fit properly.

[fuc847]

has anyone order any plastic frames from zenni...? are they bendable like the metal ones? i'm just afraid the plastic ones may not be fit for me so i want to know if i can adjust them.

[wiebecj]

has anyone order any plastic frames from zenni...? are they bendable like the metal ones? i'm just afraid the plastic ones may not be fit for me so i want to know if i can adjust them.

I've ordered around 5 plastic pairs from Zenni - they are pretty hard - not very adjustable. But I just measured my old glasses (from a rip-off optometrist) and ordered the same size. 4 out of 5 pairs fit me perfectly. My wife and I have ordered 12 pairs from Zenni in total now in 2 years (4 separate orders). Gotta use up the insurance coverage somehow! :-) Been happy with about 75% of them (the other 25% didn't fit right, etc...) but it's still dirt cheap - never order just 1 pair, always get at least 2!

[CSK'sMom]

Son's order from Zenni arrived today. Ordered on Feb 27th. Both pairs fit him perfectly and definitely have the "funky" factor he was looking for. $75CAn for 2 pair plus clip-on shades. The funny thing is that the tracking said they arrived in Canada at Customs on the 19th and they were delivered today.

[fuc847]

I've ordered around 5 plastic pairs from Zenni - they are pretty hard - not very adjustable. But I just measured my old glasses (from a rip-off optometrist) and ordered the same size. 4 out of 5 pairs fit me perfectly. My wife and I have ordered 12 pairs from Zenni in total now in 2 years (4 separate orders). Gotta use up the insurance coverage somehow! :-) Been happy with about 75% of them (the other 25% didn't fit right, etc...) but it's still dirt cheap - never order just 1 pair, always get at least 2!


I c, thanks!

do you get the AR coat for all of them..? i was wondering if I needed the AR coat, based on comparison images found online, it does seem AR coat is a must ..

[marklin]

Another happy camper here.

Orderd on 2/25, shipped on 3/11, received on 3/18.

Fits perfectly! though next time I'd try the higher index 1.67 as lenses appear quick thick with rimless frame... ;)

[whatsup]

Nothing funky, just regular frame, lenses are progressive and photochromic. But still it shouldn't take 3 weeks to make. Their web site states that with extra processes, one should get the glasses in 3 weeks instead of 2. The coming Monday would be 4 weeks. Now it is sitting at Vancouver custom. How long before they release it who knows.

I would like to hear from people how ong it took them to get their glasses from Zennio orders.

Finally got my glasses after 4 and a half weeks.
The quality and worksmanship are good. Hard to say if I would order from them again or not.

[wiebecj]

I c, thanks!

do you get the AR coat for all of them..? i was wondering if I needed the AR coat, based on comparison images found online, it does seem AR coat is a must ..

I got the AR coating on mine - i figure for $5 it's not a big deal :-)

[nounou23]

Got my 2 pairs from Zenni. My friend and I ordered 4 pair in total. Very satisfied with the result.

One of the pair is smaller than expected but for 10$ I don't really mind.

Here's some pictures of the glasses.

http://img524.imageshack.us/img524/786/img4911gk2.jpg

http://img528.imageshack.us/img528/2391/img4912ya4.jpg

[iceprince]

How much does shipping cost for Zenni Optical to ship Glasses?

[nounou23]

How much does shipping cost for Zenni Optical to ship Glasses?


cost us 7$

[mizermalice]

is it true that they'll email you a delivery confirmation when they ship it out?

it's been 2 weeks since my order but no email about delivery yet >:(

[CSK'sMom]

is it true that they'll email you a delivery confirmation when they ship it out?

it's been 2 weeks since my order but no email about delivery yet >:(

Yes, but it can be upwards of more like a month depending on what you ordered... When they ship you'll get an email with the tracking number from Hong Kong Post.

[mizermalice]

aww, all i did was experiment with an $8 frame, + AR coating, + shipping. i eagerly wait

[Khrak]

is it true that they'll email you a delivery confirmation when they ship it out?

it's been 2 weeks since my order but no email about delivery yet >:(

I never got a tracking number for any of my orders. They just showed up at my door one day.

[ahsalloum]

Wow, I'm seriously considering trying Zenni. Any one know of a place in the GVR where I can get a free eye test? :)

[trippin_tre]

Just discovered this thread today, after picking out $300+ glasses this weekend. I was just waiting until April when my benefits kicked in to order them.

I happily chose 2 pairs from Zenni for under $50 all in, and I figure if one looks good and fits well, I'm still saving $$ (my benefits won't cover it all, and I mostly use contacts).

Thanks for all the advice in here!

[naveed3434]

I ordered a couple pairs of glasses from goggles4u when the thread first started at the time there were a couple of bad reviews but not enough to pass on the cheap value.

Most of the glasses I ordered from them aren't wereable anymore. And I gave up on online sites after that.

I realized now I want a cheap pair of sunglasses and picked one up from Zenni, I'll let you know how this experience goes.

Hopefully well, I found a pair that looks like Agent Smith glasses from the Matrix.

[pplesauec]

I forgot to post this a while ago.

My order with Googles4u did come, but it took about an extra 2 weeks then the date that the confirmation email said.

They seem to have the correct distance but I definately get a little dizzy wearing them or when I move my head around quickly. I think they may have gotten the PD wrong.

I ordered a pair of simple black framed glasses. Im more disppointed about how it doesnt really look like the image they have on their website. Oh well, its only 25.


I think im going to try Zenni from now on.

I want to get a pair of Gordon Freeman glasses. If anyone has come across these on a site that sells them, please post here.:)

[skanji]

i have ordered about 6 pairs of glasses from goggles4u - 4/6 are good. the other 2 are really off on sizes (my fault).

my best advice is if you have a pair of glasses that you like, measure them and look for something similar and you won't have a problem.

as my numbers are high, there is simply no comparison in price between g4u and local companies. even the ultra thin lenses are amazing. my optomotrist couldn't believe the quality...

[naveed3434]

Glad to see this post @ 5 stars!

Was at 4 for the longest time

Ordered my Zenni Glasses $50, $6 after insurance paid me back.

Cheapest pair of sunglasses I got in awhile,

Hopefully better than goggles4u

[Rikkk]

Just got my most recent shipment from Zenni and got 7 pairs in total for my family, The one pair I got were just a different color of ones i got before and they were perfect again. My wife got 4 more and all of them were great, one plastic pair were huge, even to big for my huge head, she took a heat gun and they bent very nicely and now they fit perfectly.

Now my mom take a progessive and she got 2 pairs, one singlass and one regular. The sunglasses fit right away and the prescription seemed good. The regular ones fit a little funny but after some careful bending she was happy(plastic frames)

I have bought at least 16 pairs over the last year and all the prescrptions have been very good.

Rick

[mizermalice]

just got my shipping confirmation, 2 weeks after order. already shipped out from hk, prolly gonna take another week or so, so all in all, just like people have said, order will take 3-4 weeks to get to ya :D

[naveed3434]

Clearlycontacts.ca pages show up terribly in Opera.

Looks more like general Canadian pricing on glasses, but I would like the CK's for $130.

[comparing]

I have an optical plan with my employer for $300 over two years and I have purchased prescription glasses from local optical stores in Kingston over the last 10 years with good and fair experiences. I have lost a number of glasses and have had some just break/crack due to poor workmanship. So when I lost my last pair I decided to checkout the internet. Redflagdeals is the first place to checkout information on just about anything. After reading and comparing I decided to try goggles4u. After locating my prescription for driving, I followed the easy to measure glasses using an old broken pair and the online instructions and proceed to fill in the online form. I made one error on entering the information from my eye prescription instead of +.5 cylinders I entered -.5 which was noticable when I received the glasses from the supplier in Pakistan. I e-mailed the company and the sent me a new pair for $10 extra dollars. It included the case, cleaning and pretty nice glasses.
My total costs for the first pair was $37 delivered to my house, then second replacement was $10. I plan on ordering 5 more pairs, different styles to squirrel around my cars and house. I also submitted my receipts for payment from my plan provider. I WOULD RECOMMEND GOGGLES4U to anyone looking for prescription glasses.:D

[spender]

I busted my $600 glasses about 2 weeks ago, ordered from Goggles4U online and got them yesterday, they were mailed in a cloth bag (sealed with red sealing wax) from Karachi, Pakistan. $25 all in; good deal.

[bubble.tea]

edited by bbt.
You see...now THIS...is a Very nice and informative post. eventhough you've been hear 1 YEAR!!! LOL...your 1 post count is very helpful and appreciated by 'the community' at large.

Glad you were fortunate (and some would say blessed) to have found RFD...and moreover this particular thread successfully, and get such a good outcome on your deal.

Cheers!

[wasabimon]

Hi, just wanted to send a quick thanks for this thread! I ordered from zenni on March 16 and received my glasses on Mar 28. I'm am very happy with my new $35 glasses! Thanks!

[mizermalice]

Ordered March 12.
Received tracking and shipping confirmation March 25.
Item arrived and waiting at post office March 28.

Why can't CanadaPost be anywhere near as efficient as HK-Post..

but yea, ill share my experience once i get my hands on em

[SirAlain]

I have a related question...

If you are 19 and under:

do you pay the eye exam fee and then get reimbursed by OHIP?
OR
get the eye exam and pay nothing at all?

[mizermalice]

I have a related question...

If you are 19 and under:

do you pay the eye exam fee and then get reimbursed by OHIP?
OR
get the eye exam and pay nothing at all?

pay nothing at all. they get your health card # and they get money straight from ohip

[ahsalloum]

I have a related question...

If you are 19 and under:

do you pay the eye exam fee and then get reimbursed by OHIP?
OR
get the eye exam and pay nothing at all?

Wondering if this is the same in BC?

[shanshuixing]

Order 2 from Zenni at March 16, get shipment notification at March 26 and received then at March 28. Both are perfect!

Cheers!

[JVM]

Bumping this thread because Goggles4u updated their inventory.

Product codes 22306-22070 are the newest frames.

http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=49699&u=110786&m=9118&urllink=&afftrack=
(affiliate link is RFD's check the OP).

I can't imagine these frames will last long, only one pair, and only in brown, would make some nice shades.

http://www.goggles4u.com/images/22272.jpg

http://www.goggles4u.com/detail.asp?PID=22272

[CheapScotsman]

About a year ago (post #1193, Jan 2007) we ordered a set of glasses for my daughter from Zenni. They were inexpensive; shipped fairly quick, she really liked them and they fit well; not much more you could ask.

But since then her prescription had changed (and somebody had stepped on them during the summer; not breaking them but really mangling them) ... so

it was time to order another set. Both my wife and I needed new glasses as well (been a couple of years for us) so ...

Ordered 3 pair from Zenni. My eyes are shot so it took them a little over a week to make my set. Shipping took about 5 weeks to get to my door; but they were stuck in customs for over a week.

Fit, finish and everything are great. No issues at all and 3 pairs for $180 (high power and high index lenses) is great value.

[SirAlain]

pay nothing at all. they get your health card # and they get money straight from ohip

Thank you!!!

[zzzzoooo]

I just went back to Optical4Less again for this year's new glasses and found that now they have prescription sports goggles at $49 USD. I needed it for Basketball and Soccer play so upgraded lens to 'bullet-proof' polycarbonate at additional $35 so it came out to be $84.

http://www.optical4less.com/plastic-eyeglasses/p112/

Ordered one more semirimless at $39 in order to apply coupon code 'www.eyeglassretailerreviews.com' to get $10 off $100 and free shipping. $113 USD total. :cheesygri

Thanks OP and RFD :)

[ukhan]

I just got my glasses from Goggles4u today but it didn't come with a receipt. What did you guy use to claim coverage for insurance? Should I use the e-mail receipt?

[nacho113]

I just got my glasses from Goggles4u today but it didn't come with a receipt. What did you guy use to claim coverage for insurance? Should I use the e-mail receipt?

I've always just sent in the email receipt and never had any problems with the insurance company.

[2k4accord]

I pulled the trigger on two pairs.
One for regular daily glasses and the other is for sunny shades.
With shipping both came out to be $60 US.

Now is the waiting game, let see how long they will get here.

[HockeyMom]

Just ordered 2 pairs of glasses....from Zenni
Just under $75 with shipping Thanx for the great site!!! My old pair of glasses cost me over $200 bucks...Thanx for saving me $$$$ I will post when I receive them....:)

[Shaggy]

I just received my second pair from Zenni. This one was photochromic. No problems - everything as advertised. Ordered March 14; arrived April 4th. The photochromic work fine. They don't tint very much in the car (but they still do tint). $65 delivered.

[ZeroCoolZ]

I just received my second pair from Zenni. This one was photochromic. No problems - everything as advertised. Ordered March 14; arrived April 4th. The photochromic work fine. They don't tint very much in the car (but they still do tint). $65 delivered.


That's because car glasses are protected against UV which activate the tint

[neo1973]

After reading so many good reviews about Goggles4u, I finally placed my order on March 19. Received my order on April 6. Opened the package, first thing I found was a chip on the right lense and a missing end piece on the right arm. Some scratches on the frame made me wondering if it's brand new. But that's not the worst. After putting it on, I got a headache immediately. I know something is not right. So I took the glass to see my optometrist. It turned out both lenses are off on the Axis. Left (O.D.) is off by 5 and right (O.S.) is off by 10. My optometrist told me the pair of glasses is poorly made and there is no way I could or should wear it. I have sent email to their support email account and will let you guys know how it goes.

1. Chip on the right lense and some scratches on the frame

http://img247.imageshack.us/img247/725/51978441md9.jpg


2. A missing end piece on the right arm

http://img183.imageshack.us/img183/5295/93580840jb3.jpg

[neo1973]

Forgot to mention that the PD is off by one as well.

[Shaggy]

Forgot to mention that the PD is off by one as well.

How can you find out if the PD is out??

[jkyc]

I would like to know what if the arm doesn't fit my ears? how can I adjust it? thans.

[neo1973]

How can you find out if the PD is out??

You could measure the PD on the glass as well. And it's off by one compares to my PD.

[Shaggy]

You could measure the PD on the glass as well. And it's off by one compares to my PD.

Maybe I'm missing something - how do you measure the PD on the glass? Do you have to take it into an eyeglass store? Is there someway I can measure the manufactured PD myself? Thanks!

[Thundercloud]

Maybe I'm missing something - how do you measure the PD on the glass? Do you have to take it into an eyeglass store? Is there someway I can measure the manufactured PD myself? Thanks!He went to his optometrist. They have equipments that can check this stuff extremely quickly.

[2k4accord]

Maybe I'm missing something - how do you measure the PD on the glass? Do you have to take it into an eyeglass store? Is there someway I can measure the manufactured PD myself? Thanks!

PUPILLARY DISTANCE

The PD or Pupillary Distance is the distance between your two eyes , center to center, the center of one pupil to the center of the other, in Millimeters.(1”= 25.4mm). Unfortunately most optometrists leave this quite necessary measurement off from your prescription, but you can measure this yourself.

You can measure this yourself in a mirror(not very accurate, and not generally recommended) or have a friend measure it for you by holding a ruler just under the pupils of your eyes and measuring the distance center to center. You should be looking straight forward fixing your focus at distant object, and not at the person measuring you.

Average is about 62mm, and most, 97% or so, fall within 54 to 74 range. If you are coming up with a number outside of this range consider that you might be making a measurement mistake.Do NOT just guess,or assume you're just an average 62,and DO NOT measure your old glasses to try to come with this number,.

Sometimes a prescription has two numbers, written such as PD 65/62 usually written on a bi-focal prescription. This means that 65 is your distance vision PD, and the one to be entered on our forms. And 62 is the reading or near vision PD, the one to be used only if you are ordering a plain reading glass only.
Occasionally a PD is written as ,for example, 32/34.5 which are the mesurements from the center of the nose to either eye, and your PD is the sum of the two, 32+34.5=66.5 and you can enter this as 66 or 67 it does not really matter.
If you are off by a millimeter or two it really does not matter, but try to be as accurate as you can especially for progressive prescription glasses
You should also be able to get your PD from your previous eyeglass supplier, this figure does not expire with age,they have to give it to you by federal law as well as your full prescription, it is your property.

From zenni optical

[Khrak]

From zenni optical

That's for measuring on the face. The claim was that the glasses were off, which without equipment would be impossible to measure.

[neo1973]

Maybe I'm missing something - how do you measure the PD on the glass? Do you have to take it into an eyeglass store? Is there someway I can measure the manufactured PD myself? Thanks!

Yeah you missed reading my post. ;)

I went to see my optometrist. He put the glass on his equipments (sorry I don't know how to call them) and checked the glass against my prescription and that's how he found out both lenses are off on the Axis and PD is off as well.

Still waiting for Goggles4u's response.

[hankscorpio]

Has anyone ordered bifocals from Zenni and if so, how were they?

[cahoo]

So I took the glass to see my optometrist. It turned out both lenses are off on the Axis. Left (O.D.) is off by 5 and right (O.S.) is off by 10.


But O.D. is abbreviation (latin) for the right eye and O.S. for the left eye. I'm just wondering if you may have made a mistake entering the prescription when you placed the order. That alone wouldn't account for the two lenses being off by different amounts, but what if your optometrist's measurements are only accurate to within a couple of degrees say...

Forgot to mention that the PD is off by one as well.

That may be due to asymmetric monocular (per-eye) P.D. alone.
e.g. Suppose your actual P.D. is 32/34, and you place an order with the binocular P.D. 66, then glasses will get made with the effective monocular P.D. of 33.

(To me, the main drawback with all the low-cost online vendors is their cavalier attitude toward the P.D., which is reflected in order systems that don't easily allow for the specification of monocular and/or zonal (far/near) P.D.)

[nacho113]

Has anyone ordered bifocals from Zenni and if so, how were they?

I have 6 pairs of progressive lens glasses from Zenni and all have been right on the money. I do suggest that you go into an optical store and have them adjust them for you properly, as progressives have to be more or less perfectly centered on your face because of the narrow focal window down the center of the lens. I have 2 pairs that are rimless and occasionally the screws come loose and really mess with the adjustment and alignment on my face. And whatever you do, don't order progressives for the first time online, pay the extra and order locally so that they can adjust them properly and tweak the adjustment until you get used to them. There is a "learning period" needed for your eyes to get used to progressives. For some people this learning period can take a few days and for others, they never get used to progressives. Most local shops will do all they can to make sure this learning period works for you (so they can continue to sell you $400/$500 pairs of glasses in the future). Also most optical stores will exchange your progressives for lined bi-focal if you really can't get used to the progressives. The online stores don't do this for you, but if you already wear and are used to progressive lenses, then ordering a pair or 2 online (at Zenni for example) will run you anywhere from $37 to $75 depending on the frames ($8 to $35) , the $29 for progressive lenses and the $5 for the antiglare coating is definately worth it .
I'm very pleased with all my glasses from Zenni. As well as my 6 pairs of progressives I also have 7 pairs of single vision prescription sunglasses which cost me $13 to $29 per pair ($8-$19 for frames, $5 for tinting and several of the pairs I also got the antiglare on for an extra $5)

[neo1973]

But O.D. is abbreviation (latin) for the right eye and O.S. for the left eye. I'm just wondering if you may have made a mistake entering the prescription when you placed the order. That alone wouldn't account for the two lenses being off by different amounts, but what if your optometrist's measurements are only accurate to within a couple of degrees say....
My mistake? You got be kidding me. I send a scanned copy of my prescription through email attachment. Unless Goggles4u doesn't even know how to read a prescription (I doubt) it definitely shows the poor quality of the glasses.

3 days still waiting for Goggles4u's response.

[rf134a]

I agree that goggles4u's quality has started to go down. The first pair was fine, but then, the frames and lenses started to get chips on them. It's too bad since the were decent and cheap. No one else comes close to their price, zenni is twice the price.

[bluebyul]

please update us on how they resolve your issue...

i was gonna put in an order with goggles cause of the free tinting...
but guess ill put a hold on that til i see how things go with the other issues.

[fishlord]

I agree that goggles4u's quality has started to go down. The first pair was fine, but then, the frames and lenses started to get chips on them. It's too bad since the were decent and cheap. No one else comes close to their price, zenni is twice the price.

Twice the price is still ridiculously cheap in comparison to most other places.

[hankscorpio]

I have 6 pairs of progressive lens glasses from Zenni and all have been right on the money....

I have no idea what progressives are. My personal experience with Zenni has been great, but I only have single vision, so I don't know what their bifocals are like. I'd like to know, though, because my grandmother wants lined bifocals, like what she wears now, to use as a second pair.

[twin]

Wondering if this is the same in BC?

You pay nothing if you are 18 or younger.

When are routine eye examinations a benefit of MSP?

Routine eye examinations are an MSP benefit for persons age 65 and older, or age 18 and younger.

http://www.health.gov.bc.ca/msp/infoben/faqas.html#eyeexam

[advantage21]

I have 6 pairs of progressive lens glasses from Zenni and all have been right on the money. I do suggest that you go into an optical store and have them adjust them for you properly, as progressives have to be more or less perfectly centered on your face because of the narrow focal window down the center of the lens. I have 2 pairs that are rimless and occasionally the screws come loose and really mess with the adjustment and alignment on my face. And whatever you do, don't order progressives for the first time online, pay the extra and order locally so that they can adjust them properly and tweak the adjustment until you get used to them. There is a "learning period" needed for your eyes to get used to progressives. For some people this learning period can take a few days and for others, they never get used to progressives. Most local shops will do all they can to make sure this learning period works for you (so they can continue to sell you $400/$500 pairs of glasses in the future). Also most optical stores will exchange your progressives for lined bi-focal if you really can't get used to the progressives. The online stores don't do this for you, but if you already wear and are used to progressive lenses, then ordering a pair or 2 online (at Zenni for example) will run you anywhere from $37 to $75 depending on the frames ($8 to $35) , the $29 for progressive lenses and the $5 for the antiglare coating is definately worth it .
I'm very pleased with all my glasses from Zenni. As well as my 6 pairs of progressives I also have 7 pairs of single vision prescription sunglasses which cost me $13 to $29 per pair ($8-$19 for frames, $5 for tinting and several of the pairs I also got the antiglare on for an extra $5)

Great info. I just ordered a pair of progressives from Zenni for my dad, came to about $56 with shipping for glasses+coating+clipons. The last time I ordered a pair from G4U for him was about 2 years ago and they were OK, but I'm really surprised at the price difference for this type of glasses. The same pair at G4U is about $90 without the clipons. But it's still better than the $600 he was quoted from the local shop. :)

[spender]

After my $600+ prescription/frame broke a few weeks ago (replacement frame should be here shortly), I placed an order with goggles4U as well as with Zenni, and they have both now arrived. Here are my observations. Although the Zenni "finish" seems nicer and more refined, the prescription seems less accurate/comparable to the original than the goggles4U. The Zenni pair came out to around $50, the goggles4U at around $25. I am now wearing the goggles4U pair, I am unable to wear the Zenni pair unfortunately...

My conclusion? Go with goggles4U, it was my second order. I see more complaints here about Zenni than goggles4U.

[neo1973]

I see more complaints here about Zenni than goggles4U.
Every company gets complaints. It's not really about who gets more or less, in my book it how they handle them counts.

4 days after sending 2 emails to Goggles4u still no response.

I'll give them a week then I'll contact my credit card company and BBB.

[Katharyna]

Id like to have a lil info. My prescription from last december i went to the optometrist, he indicated only the sphere for both left and right eye, and put a bar accross cyl and axe. I tried to call and get the info but the other optometrist seemed reluctant to give me these infos - i basically have a regular prescription, with -5.00, nothing else.

Can someone with a normal prescription tell me if cylinder would then be 0, axe 180, and add. 0 ??

Thanks.

[catt72]

Has anyone tried claiming the cost of the glasses through their insurance? Is there any issue with the fact that they are shipped from outside Canada?

[IMQ2]

Id like to have a lil info. My prescription from last december i went to the optometrist, he indicated only the sphere for both left and right eye, and put a bar accross cyl and axe. I tried to call and get the info but the other optometrist seemed reluctant to give me these infos - i basically have a regular prescription, with -5.00, nothing else.

Can someone with a normal prescription tell me if cylinder would then be 0, axe 180, and add. 0 ??

Thanks.

If the CYL and the AXE are missing, it means your prescription does not need them. They are for correcting Astigmatism.

If you want to know more, go here:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astigmatism

Make sure you get the PD measurement from your optometrist's office. You will need it if you are to buy glasses anywhere.

[Katharyna]

Thanks for the info. I had forgotten about the PD measurement.

About the cyl/axe etc., do i have to choose axe 180 or 0 on the zenni website? or will it go through with nothing at all?

[Intricated]

Has anyone tried claiming the cost of the glasses through their insurance? Is there any issue with the fact that they are shipped from outside Canada?I've done it twice with my Sun Life benefits program at work with no problem. Since it is from outside Canada, I had to submit a paper claim form (no e-claim allowed), with a printout of the CCNow invoice, a photocopy of my prescription, and they converted from USD to CAD for the final reimbursement.

[IMQ2]

Thanks for the info. I had forgotten about the PD measurement.

About the cyl/axe etc., do i have to choose axe 180 or 0 on the zenni website? or will it go through with nothing at all?

Just fill in the SPH boxes. Leave all other boxes alone. (I think they are set to 0 for cyl/axe as default).

So if both of your eyes are -5.00, then you would have:

OD-SPH: -5.00
OD-CYL: 0
OD-AXIS: 0
OD-ADD: 0

OS-SPH: -5.00
OS-CYL: 0
OS-AXIS: 0
OS-ADD: 0

[msb45]

Has anyone found a nice pair of aviators to use as sunglasses?
I got the ones from Zenni, but I'd like to find a nicer pair...
anyone find?

[OverDriveAdamJ]

I've done it twice with my Sun Life benefits program at work with no problem. Since it is from outside Canada, I had to submit a paper claim form (no e-claim allowed), with a printout of the CCNow invoice, a photocopy of my prescription, and they converted from USD to CAD for the final reimbursement.

I have submitted my sunlife through their eclaim for the price i paid from my CC. I've done it 3 times now, and i've got the money 3 times. Only thing is they could come back within 1 year and say, show me the receipt. Then i'll just show them the zenni receipt plus my CC statement.

[andreid]

Thank you to OP and all.

Just received perfect glasses with difficult prescription from 39dollarsglasses.com for $155 all-in compared to $660 purchased here (albeit with NIKON lensses).

Cheers

[fuc847]

IS my order stuck at customs..? cuz zenni told me they shipped the glasses on Apr 3 but now its Apr 10 and i havent got anything.

Ppl here said that they usually get it 2-3 days after the shipped message.

[Flyingz]

jst recieved my glasses from selectspecs, really great service and the glasses r perfect :)

[thendless]

jst recieved my glasses from selectspecs, really great service and the glasses r perfect :)

Nice... I ordered from selecspecs as well, looking forward to my glasses... they were the cheapest place for 1.74 index lenses so im pretty excited aobut getting some thin lens for once in my life :D

[OverDriveAdamJ]

IS my order stuck at customs..? cuz zenni told me they shipped the glasses on Apr 3 but now its Apr 10 and i havent got anything.

Ppl here said that they usually get it 2-3 days after the shipped message.
In that email is a tracking number... go to canadapost.ca and track your package using the tracking number provided in the email. It will work.

[fuc847]

In that email is a tracking number... go to canadapost.ca and track your package using the tracking number provided in the email. It will work.

wow thnx, didnt know u can do that! but bad news.. it seems like its stuck at customs :( The status says:

"International item arrived in Canada and will be reviewed by Customs"

Shipping Options and Features for this Item:
Signature Required


what should i do now..? just leave it alone and hope it comes?

[nacho113]

wow thnx, didnt know u can do that! but bad news.. it seems like its stuck at customs :( The status says:

"International item arrived in Canada and will be reviewed by Customs"

Shipping Options and Features for this Item:
Signature Required


what should i do now..? just leave it alone and hope it comes?

On several of my orders, my glasses have been held up at customs for over a week. A couple of my orders seemed to zip right through, received my glasses within a couple of days of them arriving in Canada. Luck of the draw I guess or how busy customs are.
I'm surprised that the packages from Goggles4u don't get delayed more, as they look really suspicious (the little sewn canvas bag - you almost expect it to be ticking ;) )

[2k4accord]

I ordered 2 pairs last week and I still haven't got an email with tracking #.
Interesting!

I contacted them but their 1800 is always busy.

[fuc847]

oh, finally i received my glasses from zenni!, got stuck at customs for 7 days :/

[rickkun]

im very happy with them

[advantage21]

My Dad's progessive glasses ordered from Zenni arrived and the quality is much better than my glasses from Goggles4u. The finished was almost perfect. These are half frames and there are 2 very tiny gaps around the corner between the frame and both the lenses. The gaps are less than 1mm and is not noticable at all unless you hold the frame against a light to look for them. I was just being extra picky, no one would believe these glasses only cost around $50. I would definitely order from Zenni again.

P.S. The $5.00 option polarized clip-on shades did not fit well since they are generic ones. I won't recommend spending the extra money on these.

[Rohin]

I live in Toronto and ordered a pair from Zenni on April 6, 2008. It's one of the "Leading edge designs" pairs so it was a little more expensive than the others on their site. I added the AR coating for $5.00 extra. Initially I had selected the high index lenses (n=1.61) option with my prescription. They e-mailed me a couple of days later to confirm whether my prescription was -2.50 or -0.25 and I replied back saying it was in fact -2.50. They also said my prescription was not strong enough to justify the upgrade to the high index lenses and asked if they should just make them n=1.57 and refund me the $8.00 difference.

I replied to them saying that would be okay as long as the lenses are not too thick -- also I asked them if they could issue a new receipt to me since I will be submitting an insurance claim and need an updated amount. They replied back within 1 day saying that they would be refunding me the upgrade to the high index lenses ($8.00) but they said they could not issue a new receipt and that I should use my credit card statement along with the order copy as proof of purchase...I found this a bit strange but I have read that others have done this without issue, so we'll see how it goes.

Also for those wondering about how to do the pupillary distance measurement -- I did this by asking my mom to measure it for me directly on my face with a ruler...and then I confirmed it by holding the ruler up to my face and looking in the mirror -- it seems to be a pretty good way to do it and I don't think an optician is needed for this, but I guess I'll only know if it worked once I get the glasses and try them on.

I just received an e-mail today (April 15, 2008) with a tracking number for Hong Kong post saying that my glasses have been shipped today. Let's hope they get here soon without any customs delays! So far I'd say Zenni has been very professional about everything. I'll post updates on this for those who are interested.

I know most people seem to like their Zenni glasses in the short term but I'd like to hear from people about the long term durability of the lenses and frames, their tendency to get scratched, etc. Would you say they are comparable in quality to nikon, essilor? Are the coatings comparable to the very popular Crizal coating? Did you have to treat them with extra care to avoid scratches?

[advantage21]

I know most people seem to like their Zenni glasses in the short term but I'd like to hear from people about the long term durability of the lenses and frames, their tendency to get scratched, etc. Would you say they are comparable in quality to nikon, essilor? Are the coatings comparable to the very popular Crizal coating? Did you have to treat them with extra care to avoid scratches?

You won't get anything close to the technology of Nikon lenses for these discount prices in any of the online stores. From what I can tell, the Zenni lenses are generic carbonate of very good quality and good enough for daily use for 90% of the glasses wearing population. My regular store bought glasses generally stands up to about 2 years of wear and tear before scratches and dings starts showing up. I expect the Zenni ones to be the same. They probably last longer if you stick with using only the microfiber cloth for cleaning, but sometimes I use regular tissue paper if I on the road.

[shaolinmonk]

hmm.. gonna have to think about this.. i need a pair for night driving......

[2k4accord]

Great!
Ordered from Zenni
I just found the tracking# in my spam box and it was sent out today and I ordered on April 4.

It was shipped today from Hong Kong too. Which is probably why it will sit in Canada Custom for a week for some people.

I guess all the frames are "Made in China" from Zenni.

[neo1973]

After 10 days of waiting only to find that guys at Goggles4u choose not to get back to me and resolve the problem. :mad: I am so disappointed.

Time to give my credit card company a call.

Buyers be aware!

After reading so many good reviews about Goggles4u, I finally placed my order on March 19. Received my order on April 6. Opened the package, first thing I found was a chip on the right lense and a missing end piece on the right arm. Some scratches on the frame made me wondering if it's brand new. But that's not the worst. After putting it on, I got a headache immediately. I know something is not right. So I took the glass to see my optometrist. It turned out both lenses are off on the Axis. Left (O.D.) is off by 5 and right (O.S.) is off by 10. My optometrist told me the pair of glasses is poorly made and there is no way I could or should wear it. I have sent email to their support email account and will let you guys know how it goes.

1. Chip on the right lense and some scratches on the frame

http://img247.imageshack.us/img247/725/51978441md9.jpg


2. A missing end piece on the right arm

http://img183.imageshack.us/img183/5295/93580840jb3.jpg

[JVM]

After 10 days of waiting only to find that guys at Goggles4u choose not to get back to me and resolve the problem. :mad: I am so disappointed.

Time to give my credit card company a call.

Buyers be aware!

I broke one of the arms on my sunglasses that I'd bought from them, so I emailed yesterday afternoon on the off chance that they'd have a spare or similar arm, they got back to me overnight to let me know that they couldn't supply an extra arm.

Also my initial pair of glasses were ground wrong (tiny gaps between the frame and lens), I emailed them and they sent me a replacement pair. I ended up wearing the old 'bad' ones since I liked them better.

I'd send Goggles4u a bunch of emails asking what's up before I'd go through the CC company.

[spiralspirit]

placed a cheap order with zenni just to see how the quality/finish of the lenses are. Total came to $19.90 shipped. Considering I paid over $500 for the pair I wear now, I'm willing to take the risk.

[anzyxx]

I just placed my order with selectspecs.com. Paid around 215.00. Here in Toronto would be around 400.00
They already send me 2 emails. So far so good.

http://www.selectspecs.com/detailps.php?item=208.57

[magenta_leprechaun]

As far as shipping, my two orders from optical4less and goggles4u have passed through customs without duty or delay (~10 days in transit).

I've been wearing two pair from optical4less for almost a year with no complaints. I have a fairly strong Rx (-5) with all sorts of prism and cylinder. But from the moment I put them on, my eyes felt quite comfortable. I like the custom clip-ons, but for $50, you can also just have a second pair of Rx sunglasses.

Optical4less makes a good quality product. My only suggestion to these guys is to increase their selection of designer styles!

I can post about my new goggles4u pair in a little while.

[mizermalice]

I just got my pair of zennis. they're really well crafted, but i feel real dizzy wearing them. I know this is a frequent occurrence for new glasses, but, it feels more serious this time around. My prescription went from -2.75 to -3.00, but I don't think I shouldn't feel this dizzy. I'm worried they might have got the PD wrong, has anyone else got this feeling?

[spiralspirit]

take it to any glasses store - even wal-mart. they can check to see what the PD/prescription is.

[2k4accord]

I just got my pair of zennis. they're really well crafted, but i feel real dizzy wearing them. I know this is a frequent occurrence for new glasses, but, it feels more serious this time around. My prescription went from -2.75 to -3.00, but I don't think I shouldn't feel this dizzy. I'm worried they might have got the PD wrong, has anyone else got this feeling?


I had the same issue like you mention with a pair of glasses from Sam's Club. After a week I didn't want to wear them anymore.
I went back to the eyes doctor and asked him to double check and he did. He changed the prescription. I had new glasses with the new prescription from Sam's Club and it doesn't give me the dizziness. So it could also be your prescription.

Do check the PD again just to make sure you cover them all.

[Rohin]

Guys, I know i initially said Zenni was great but I am retracting that statement now...I was wearing my Zenni glasses for about 4 weeks and putting up with major headaches thinking this was due to my prescription having slighly changed...but then it got so bad after the 5th week that I had the glasses checked at a local optical outlet and guess what? They were off by an entire HALF DIOPTER in each eye (for my prescription of +1.25, this is nearly half the power of the lenses!). DO NOT BUY GLASSES FROM ZENNI unless you're willing to risk wasting your money on glasses with the wrong prescription. When I contacted them about this, they said I should have told them within the 30 day limit, but I didn't get severe headaches until 4 weeks after I started wearing them so there's no way I could have known. Even then they probably would have only refunded half the price (their guarantee is very shady). DON'T GET RIPPED OFF LIKE I DID -- save your money and go to a local optical outlet with some accountability behind their products. I am planning on filing a complaint with the BBB...anyone with similar experiences, please post!!!

[Daijoubu]

The hong kong post tracking number was pretty much useless since it only tracks the package within Hong kong and doesn't continue once it reaches Canada. As of yesterday it reported that it had been "Shipped to its destination - Canada" even though it had already been delivered to my doorstep.

After the package left its origin country, tracking is handled over the destination country
I believe your tracking number should work on CanadaPost

[Rohin]

After the package left its origin country, tracking is handled over the destination country
I believe your tracking number should work on CanadaPost

Nope the Hong Kong post tracking number did not work with canada post, I tried it already. They didn't provide me with a Canada post tracking number either. I'm not really complaining, though -- I'm surprised that the shipping cost of $7.00 CDN covers tracking at all :)

[Daijoubu]

hmm, that is weird, so far all air shipped order from HK or China has worked, a bit often late and innacurate

For example:
https://em.canadapost.ca/emo/basicPin.do?trackingId=RA213852020HK&trackingCode=PIN&action=query&language=en&scloc=segment

[Rohin]

hmm, that is weird, so far all air shipped order from HK or China has worked, a bit often late and innacurate

For example:
https://em.canadapost.ca/emo/basicPin.do?trackingId=RA213852020HK&trackingCode=PIN&action=query&language=en&scloc=segment

Haha...mine works now...like you said, a bit too late to matter. It looks like it got through customs quite easily -- arrived in Mississauga on the 17th to be reviewed by customs. Then it was delivered to my door in North York only four days later (2 business days really) which is pretty good. Now I'm even more impressed with Zenni :).

[mizermalice]

I had the same issue like you mention with a pair of glasses from Sam's Club. After a week I didn't want to wear them anymore.
I went back to the eyes doctor and asked him to double check and he did. He changed the prescription. I had new glasses with the new prescription from Sam's Club and it doesn't give me the dizziness. So it could also be your prescription.

Do check the PD again just to make sure you cover them all.

ive been wearing the new pair for 4 days. it's gotten better but my depth perception has a fishbowl effect when im outside. but everything is still clear. only problem is i definitely cant drive with it on. im gonna give it a couple more days then decide what to do. thanks for the advice guys

[2k4accord]

Yes, mine tracking # works on Canada Post website too.
But it is sitting in Vancouver right now for custom to be reviewed.

Can't wait to get them and try them on, hopefully I didn't waste $60.

[vieboi]

My glasses from Zenni stayed at Vancouver customs for 12 days. Just got them delivered to my local post office today. A little over 3 weeks from the date I ordered. How busy Vancouver customs is.

[2k4accord]

My glasses from Zenni stayed at Vancouver customs for 12 days. Just got them delivered to my local post office today. A little over 3 weeks from the date I ordered. How busy Vancouver customs is.

I would say very busy considered a lot of import stuffs are coming Asia. It is a direct connection from Asia to Canada.

[hankscorpio]

Nevermind.

[a88888888a]

Just got my Zennis. They came by Canada Post in a bubble envelope (see pic below). The hong kong post tracking number was pretty much useless since it only tracks the package within Hong kong and doesn't continue once it reaches Canada. As of yesterday it reported that it had been "Shipped to its destination - Canada" even though it had already been delivered to my doorstep. However, I must say as far as the glasses go, I'm very impressed (I'm using them to type this right now, in fact, and I can see with perfect clarity).

The frame quality, lens quality, and AR coating are all very good and the measurements were very accurate since it fits my head perfectly. I'd say that the prescription, PD, etc. is right on. Of course my prescription has changed somewhat so I'm still adjusting to the differences, but I am able to read very fine print perfectly with these glasses. The axis is also perfect (considering that I have astigmatism and that this has been an issue for me before, I'm impressed). The case they provided is somewhat inferior but the cloth is great. Overall, I'm very impressed and am amazed that I've paid hundreds of dollars for glasses of comparable quality at the hands of Hakim all these years. Pictures are posted:

Canada Post envelope:
http://www.torontobrothers.com/Zenni/Envelope.jpg

Glasses (sorry, blurry):
http://www.torontobrothers.com/Zenni/Glasses1.jpg

Glasses+Case+Cloth (check out the green tint of the AR coating).
http://www.torontobrothers.com/Zenni/Glasses2.jpg


the coating should peel w/in 12-16 mths

[tokajim]

Are there any active coupons for Zenni? I read back a few pages but 150 is just too many for me to go through! If anyone knows of one please let me know. Thanks in advance.

[nacho113]

Are there any active coupons for Zenni? I read back a few pages but 150 is just too many for me to go through! If anyone knows of one please let me know. Thanks in advance.

In the last 2 or 3 years that I've been ordering glasses online, I've never come across any coupons for Zenni, but it seems that just about every other company mentioned in this thread has OR has had coupons at some time. Check the first post for links.
Or use these:
http://www.eyeglassretailerreviews.com/index.htm
http://glassyeyes.blogspot.com/

[frankw]

the coating should peel w/in 12-16 mths

If this happened to you, then you got a bad pair. I have five pair of Zennis with AR coatings that are almost three years old in our household and no problems at all.

[uberanch]

Just got my Zennis. They came by Canada Post in a bubble envelope (see pic below). The hong kong post tracking number was pretty much useless since it only tracks the package within Hong kong and doesn't continue once it reaches Canada. As of yesterday it reported that it had been "Shipped to its destination - Canada" even though it had already been delivered to my doorstep. However, I must say as far as the glasses go, I'm very impressed (I'm using them to type this right now, in fact, and I can see with perfect clarity).

The frame quality, lens quality, and AR coating are all very good and the measurements were very accurate since it fits my head perfectly. I'd say that the prescription, PD, etc. is right on. Of course my prescription has changed somewhat so I'm still adjusting to the differences, but I am able to read very fine print perfectly with these glasses. The axis is also perfect (considering that I have astigmatism and that this has been an issue for me before, I'm impressed). The case they provided is somewhat inferior but the cloth is great. Overall, I'm very impressed and am amazed that I've paid hundreds of dollars for glasses of comparable quality at the hands of Hakim all these years. Pictures are posted:

Canada Post envelope:
http://www.torontobrothers.com/Zenni/Envelope.jpg

Glasses (sorry, blurry):
http://www.torontobrothers.com/Zenni/Glasses1.jpg

Glasses+Case+Cloth (check out the green tint of the AR coating).
http://www.torontobrothers.com/Zenni/Glasses2.jpg

Your glasses looks great! How much did you pay for it and details?

[doylie]

After having my first pair of Zenni's for a year Today I ordered 4 more pair. Total was 190. The quality of the pair I have was really good. The prescription perfect. I have 2 boys under 5 so all the wrestling and knocking around finally got to these (rimless) and I lost one of the nose pads. Up until this they put up with a lot of abuse..(flung across the room bashed etc)

I Can't say enough about Zenni. All of my eye wear will be purchased there for now on. 4 pairs of rimless glasses with polarized clips for less then my last pair of full frame glasses...

[IMQ2]

the coating should peel w/in 12-16 mths

I am not sure why you mention it, but it seems you try to put down affordable AR coating.

Even the well known Crizal does not have long warranty. Here is the link:

http://www.essilor.com.sg/Professional/ETC/index.htm

Realistically, for a pair of glasses from Zenni, I don't expect the ARC to last a life time. Maybe till the next eye exam.

[advantage21]

the coating should peel w/in 12-16 mths

Then you're rubbing a bit too hard.

[Rohin]

the coating should peel w/in 12-16 mths

hmm really? that sucks...can anyone else confirm this? even if it's true, 16 months of use is not bad for cheapo glasses.

after 4 days of wearing the zennis I've finally gotten used to the new prescription/fit. But I'm noticing more lens aberration at the edges...i.e. my peripheral vision is a little blurrier than my vision head on compared to my old essilor lenses. It's not that big a deal but it's worth pointing out.

[Rohin]

Your glasses looks great! How much did you pay for it and details?

I ordered this frame:

http://www.zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=750&cat=17&page=1

"3965 Stainless Steel Full-Rim Frame with Acetate Temples"

The total cost was $46 CDN including shipping. Due to my not-so-strong precription (Sph +1.25, Cyl -2.50) they said i didn't need to get the high index lenses (1.61), so i stayed with the 1.57's. The only option I added on was the AR coating.

[p_ice]

I also had to wait an additional 10 days due to a "customs delay" at Vancouver for my order this week, but I must say it was worth it. I don't have pics, but I will try to post some soon, as I have found other pics in this thread useful and I would like to encourage others to buy. Thank you all the previous posters! (Especially ones with pics).

I have ordered from Zenni optical and goggles4u. I am going to have to say that I prefer Zenni Optical over goggles4u. The quality of the lenses and their cut along with the material of the frames seems to be a bit higher from Zenni. My goggles4u frames were a little rougher (for lack of a better term) compared to the Zenni frames I bought. All the glasses for me have been dead on in the prescription department though.

In regards to insurance coverage, the frames I ordered were covered by my insurance provider at work (great west life). I just printed off the emailed invoice and they did the rest. They converted the cost to CDN funds. However, one thing the company did not over was shipping charges, not a big deal at all obviously. This applied only to the zenni optical orders (they charge a flat rate of ~$7) as goggles4u offers "free shipping" (more correctly, I believe the price is already built into the glasses).

Great experiences, I don't see myself purchasing at local B&M stores in the near future because of these websites! Thanks again to all the posters in this thread!

[jkyc]

received it today and I think I order it around Apr 13,2008
seems good for now..but will go check out the glasses precription later this week to see rather they did a good job or not.
btw, mine is from Zenni, one thing I don't like is they put my phone # on the envelope...why they do that?

[jjliu98]

Ordered two pairs from Zenni on April 4.

Shipped from HK on April 15.

Item arrived in Vancouver on April 18 .... "International item arrived in Canada and will be reviewed by Customs"

Still waiting .....

[winkyber]

I have a question.

If I purchase this glass through on-line, my Great West Life insurance at work cover this payment or not ?


If they cover, how many glasses can I order ?

[Kitana]

I don't see why not....just provide them with a receipt. With respect to how many glasses...depends on the kind of plan you. There's usually a $ max (like $150 every 2 years kind of thing) but you'd better call them up and double check...

I have a question.

If I purchase this glass through on-line, my Great West Life insurance at work cover this payment or not ?


If they cover, how many glasses can I order ?

[2k4accord]

Ordered two pairs from Zenni on April 4.

Shipped from HK on April 15.

Item arrived in Vancouver on April 18 .... "International item arrived in Canada and will be reviewed by Customs"

Still waiting .....

I am in the same boat.
Hopefully we both will get our glasses next week.

[scouzer]

I thought I would share my experience with Clearly Contacts' new glasses program.

I ordered a trial pack of 4 frames from their site. I'm disappointed many good frames aren't available for the trial pack program, for this reason I cannot consider them at all. I don't want to order, pay, and go through the hassle of a return if I don't like them.

I was skeptical I would find any glasses for me. I have a very, very large bridge of my nose, therefore it's extremely difficult for me to find glasses that fit, never mind look good.

The ordering process was painless. The next day my glasses were shipped without even having my credit card, and I received them the following day. Free Fedex Overnight FTW.

Much to my shock, three out of four frames fit me! Two did not look all that great, personal preference, but I'm surprised to see I really like one of the frames. Awesome. I mail pack the trial pack with the order form enclosed using their prepaid XpressPost label. Great. Painless.

Until now. I wait two weeks wondering when my new glasses would show up, but did not hear anything from Clearly Contacts. I decide to phone them, and they claim they have not received the trial pack back.

This is extremely disconcerting; there was no tracking number for the package. How can I prove that I didn't just steal the frames? Will they try and charge me for them, even though I mailed them back? The lady says to call back tomorrow--it was 8PM so the supervisor has went home.

I call back the next day, and the rep says they had investigated my case and it seems someone just made a clerical error and they had in fact received my trial pack back. The rep said he'd take my order over the phone and I can expect it in 5-7 business days.

Three days later, I have my new glasses on my face. Again, they shipped them to me Fedex Overnight free of charge. I am incredibly impressed with their quality. The prescription is superior than my old Lenscrafter glasses. The included case is of superb quality, and the cloth is of good quality. They also include a small glasses adjustment tool--a nice touch.

The total cost? $58. I am amazed. This company has a loyal customer for life. Never again will I consider Lenscrafters and their ***** warranty and their lenses that peeled their coating in 10 months.

The glasses are here:

https://www.clearlycontacts.ca/glasses/frames/ltede-1001/prod21001.html

[mizermalice]

Just wanted to post an update since I've been getting PM's from ppl with similar experiences. I've been wearing my pair from zenni for a week now, and it feels normal. No dizziness, no blurriness looking at corners, and no fishbowl effect.

At first I thought they might have gotten the PD wrong as I had all the symptoms mentioned above. My prescription went from -2.75 to -3.00 (both eyes) for this new pair of glasses, and although I've felt the change effect of deeper prescriptions before, I felt my PD might have been crafted wrong. Anywho it's a week now, and everything feels good and normal. So either my eyes just worsened themselves and adjusted to my wrongly crafted lenses, or you just have to give the new prescription a couple of days [in my case a week, yes it was very bad for more than a few days (couldn't drive with them on)].

so yes! give it a week before you decide on not using them. I chose to be lazy and not bring it up with an optometrist, but I feel fine now. Bravo zenni, bravo. Will definitely be shopping for another couple of pairs from here on out :D

[mizermalice]

I am in the same boat.
Hopefully we both will get our glasses next week.

my pair actually took about 6/7 weeks since the order date. It took only 3 days for it to deliver after I received the shipping confirmation.

[spiralspirit]

Ordered on the 16th, shipment notification via HK post sent to me the 24th. Currently the 26th, HK Post still has it listed as "due for shipment on the 25th" or something like that.

I will be patient.

[2k4accord]

OMG.
Freaking Canada Custom.

My 2 pairs of glasses are still in Vancouver Custom since April 18.
It is almost 2 weeks.

Man this is annoying.

[jjliu98]

@2k4accord

I ordered some NDS accessories from HK recently. The package arrived in Vancouver on April 15. I received it this Monday (April 28).

This means that we probably need to wait for one more day. Stay at home on May 1st. The mail man will ring your doorbell anytime.

[vieboi]

OMG.
Freaking Canada Custom.

My 2 pairs of glasses are still in Vancouver Custom since April 18.
It is almost 2 weeks.

Man this is annoying.

Not sure whether it's true or not. But from my past experience, when the tracking system showing that "International item arrived in Canada and will be reviewed by Customs", then in the next update it will show that your item has already arrived to your area. I mean in most case Canada post won't update the tracking info after custom review, but until the item arrived to your area. Correct me if I'm wrong.
So I'm assuming that the delay includes (Vancouver) custom review + shipping time (to Alberta). Hope you will get it soon.

[jjliu98]

Just a little guess of the customs review procedure:

After the items arrives at customs, they put them in a huge bucket, after visual or machine check.

As the bucket is full, they will send them to post canada for delivery.

Sometimes there is no delay at the customs. One of my packages arrived at customs on Friday, and delivered on the coming Monday. That was during the Christmas season, with many packages arriving, I guess.

I got all my packages intact so far, with no evidence of open package review.

[jayslay]

i ordered from zenni and the glasses came within 2 weeks

man these glasses were in great condition and the lens were really well done and the glasses were exactly as described.

the perscription was great, i can see soo much better but i dont know if it is exact b/c i havent been to a optomistrist to get it check. should i do that?

[mosasaurus]

I ordered it on April 5th, received shipping confirmation on April 12, held up by Custom at Vancouver until April 29.

Glasses is pretty good, except for one major problem.

All the dimensions of the glasses are different from what was listed on the website.

Listed Actual

Lens Width 53 mm 55 mm

Lens Height 38 mm 36 mm

Temple Arm Length 142 mm 140 mm

The arm length is only off by 2mm and it does not make a lot of difference.

But the lens is now 2 mm wider and 2mm flatter, it sure makes a big difference visually. Now I am wearing a much more rectangular glasses.

The Model number is 3712. Please be aware of it, should anyone interested in it.

I will call them and see what they will do.

[VelociRacer]

I ordered it on April 5th, received shipping confirmation on April 12, held up by Custom at Vancouver until April 29.

Glasses is pretty good, except for one major problem.

All the dimensions of the glasses are different from what was listed on the website.

Listed Actual

Lens Width 53 mm 55 mm

Lens Height 38 mm 36 mm

Temple Arm Length 142 mm 140 mm

The arm length is only off by 2mm and it does not make a lot of difference.

But the lens is now 2 mm wider and 2mm flatter, it sure makes a big difference visually. Now I am wearing a much more rectangular glasses.

The Model number is 3712. Please be aware of it, should anyone interested in it.

I will call them and see what they will do.


Which company is this from?

[duster]

i ordered from zenni and the glasses came within 2 weeks

man these glasses were in great condition and the lens were really well done and the glasses were exactly as described.

the perscription was great, i can see soo much better but i dont know if it is exact b/c i havent been to a optomistrist to get it check. should i do that?

Don't worry...

If the prescription isn't good, you'll figure out very quickly. You'll have one of a headache...

[spiralspirit]

ordered the 16th of april, shipped the 24th, now its the 5th and still waiting. Canada post/customs sucks.

[mosasaurus]

Which company is this from?

Sorry, it is Zennioptical.com.

I called them on the 1st , there was only answering machine. Left a message, no reply.

I sent e-mail on the 1st, no reply .

Called again more than 24 hours later, yes, there was a live person this time. Their answer was to send the glasses back for them to measure. Basically they were not going to do anything and totally denied that the measurements were off and offer so solution at all.

I have three of my friends to measure it without telling them the problem, each of them came up with the same numbers as I did. LOL, just great, I guess when you buy cheap glasses, the seller can expect you to evolve your life around a pair of glass. LOL.

Lesson learned. Should have learned it from before, this is so typical of Hong Kong Merchants. Once you paid, "don't call me, I call you. " It is called shyster in North America.

To be fair, craftsmanship of the product is okay. Nevertheless, based on the misrepresentation on the website and their customer service or lack thereof, I won't be a returning customer. Goggle4U, here I come.

[yakkers]

I got 3 pairs of glasses from zenni for 8$ each +6.95 shipping 30.95 total.

They came straight to the house, no duty

[IMQ2]

I got 3 pairs of glasses from zenni for 8$ each +6.95 shipping 30.95 total.

They came straight to the house, no duty

You forgot to tell us the most important part: how the glasses fit you. :)

[mosasaurus]

I got 3 pairs of glasses from zenni for 8$ each +6.95 shipping 30.95 total.

They came straight to the house, no duty

Shouldn't you be charged for domestic postage of $4.95 since you are in United States.

[mosasaurus]

I found this thread about Zennioptical.

http://groups.google.com/group/glassyeyes/browse_thread/thread/a9aecaa54c06a425/57ed30b4f1bfc9d1

LOL, what a deal!

[2k4accord]

FINALLY!
Canada Post decided my 2 pairs of glasses from Zenni are not dangerous goods.
They came today and it was shipped out on April 14. Arrived at Canada Custom in Vancouver on April 18.
It took 2 more weeks for them to get to Alberta.

[SirAlain]

I ordered from Zenni last night. They only charged me 6.95 for shipping instead of 9. Why is that? I am in dt Toronto.

I hope it comes right away!

[OverDriveAdamJ]

I ordered from Zenni last night. They only charged me 6.95 for shipping instead of 9. Why is that? I am in dt Toronto.

I hope it comes right away!

Complaining?

Anyways, 4.95 US is the standard shipping rate within the US, and 6.95 is the standard shipping rate for canada on 3 pairs of glasses or less (it may change after 3 pairs ordered at one time, but i've only ordered 3 at one time).

[SirAlain]

Not a frequent online shopper so I was cautious about doing everything perfectly. I bought 4 pairs. Maybe it's because Im in Toronto (closer to US) so I only get charged 6.95? Im not complaining. :razz:

[addicted2deals]

Ordered from Zenni Optical on Apr 20th and got shipping notice on Apr 29th. Arrived at Customs in Mississauga on Apr 30th and released to Canada Post the following day.

And now it says the package was successfully delivered even though I never received it. I called Canada Post to tell them my package had been misdelivered but they said they couldn't investigate because the package originated from HK and I need to talk to Zenni or HK Post about it...

I checked my Zenni invoice and it's the correct address so i'm thinking Canada Post messed up :(

[spiralspirit]

just got notice that its in the post office - i'll pick it up tomorrow and post reviews/pictures.

[spiralspirit]

Camera is not functioning so no pics.

I ordered a pair of glasses from Zenni with the exact same measurements and style as the glasses I'm currently wearing (Calvin Klein). The Klein's cost me about $500, and I'll make comparisons between the two.

The glasses I ordered from Zenni cost me 12.95 and then 6.95 shipping - 19.90 USD total.

1) Lenses 10/10
I can't tell the difference between the lenses except that in the Zenni's reflected light on the surface of the lens is slightly green. I've only been using them for a day, but so far no headaches or dizziness so I suspect everything is fine. The fit into the lens went great too. I ordered the 1.57 index lens (standard), but my prescription isn't strong so they fit the glasses nicely. No chips or scratches.

2) Hinges 7/10
The Klein hinges are significantly smaller than the Zenni hinges. They also allow for a bit of outward swing, which the Zennis do not. The Klein hinges are also less stiff than the Zennis, and offer a smoother movement. The Kleins are DEFINATELY the better hinge. That being said, the Zenni hinges are just fine. They work smoothly even though they are a little stiff.

3) Overall Frame 8/10
The main difference between the CK's and the Zenni frame was the quality of the metal. The CK frames are lighter and offer more overall elasticity on the arms that extend to the ear. The Zenni frame looks similar except that the hinges are slightly larger (still not large, looks fine). The nose-pads are held on well too. The metal seems slightly thicker than the CK frame as well. Still - not thick at all and not heavy. Very comfortable - took 25 seconds to adjust nose-pads and I like wearing them.

4) Service 10/10
I didn't have any involved contact with Zenni because so far everything has been great. The glasses took almost three and half weeks to get to me, but that is mainly Canada Post's fault.



OVERALL very pleased with the product. $20 glasses that work great. I'll definitely be ordering another pair for sunglasses.

[krs]

I ordered it on April 5th, received shipping confirmation on April 12, held up by Custom at Vancouver until April 29.

Glasses is pretty good, except for one major problem.

All the dimensions of the glasses are different from what was listed on the website.

Listed Actual

Lens Width 53 mm 55 mm

Lens Height 38 mm 36 mm

Temple Arm Length 142 mm 140 mm

The arm length is only off by 2mm and it does not make a lot of difference.

But the lens is now 2 mm wider and 2mm flatter, it sure makes a big difference visually. Now I am wearing a much more rectangular glasses.

The Model number is 3712. Please be aware of it, should anyone interested in it.

I will call them and see what they will do.

Glad you posted that.

How do you actually measure the frames?
I didn't see any reference to that on the Zenni website.

I was trying to get frames that match my existing ones, but of course the lenses are all curved on all four edges and I have no clue how to measure the temple arm length.

I really wanted more rectangular frames than what I could find on the website, maybe 3712 is what I'm looking for.

[krs]

My Zenni story is as follows:

Ordered: 19 April
Shipped: 29 April
Received: 6 May
Total elapsed time: 17 days (12 working days)

Glasses were $29.95 plus shipping - these were pretty strong prescription bifocals.

Got a quote at Pearle Vision for the same glasses - as close as I could find.
Frame: $250.-
Lenses: $429.-
Total: $ 679.-, but GOOD NEWS - we have a special, lenses are 50% off if you buy them along with a frame so the total will only be a low, low $464.50 instead of $679.-
Delivery: 10 - 12 days

Quality of glasses I received from Zenni was excellent. Biggest problem I find is that you can't actually see the frame before you buy.

[mosasaurus]

Glad you posted that.

How do you actually measure the frames?
I didn't see any reference to that on the Zenni website.

I was trying to get frames that match my existing ones, but of course the lenses are all curved on all four edges and I have no clue how to measure the temple arm length.

I really wanted more rectangular frames than what I could find on the website, maybe 3712 is what I'm looking for.

You measure the inside of the frame, I think they have reference on goggles4u.com as to how to measure your frame.

You may be looking for more rectangular frame, but it is just bad business practice that they don't deliver what you order and deny everything.

Good luck, don't be surprised when you receive a square frame after you order your rectangular ones.. LOL

[dyangu]

Which store has the best rimless eyeglasses? The ones one zennioptical and goggles4u seem to be very cheap and crappy (they actually have large screws in them). I searched the forum and someone mentioned myeyeglasses.net, they seem to have really nice ones but they're expensive (by RFD standard, $130 for 2 pairs or $85 each).


(I ordered a regular pair of glasses from zenni but they feel really weird. I always feel like I see the rim when I'm looking straight ahead. I think my PD measurements were off. So time for a new pair. )

[SirAlain]

Timeline for ZenniOptical:
May 5 (Monday) 1 am EDT - ordered online; received email invoice
May 12 (Monday) - received email with tracking #
Checked the Hong Kong Post website & it said: The item left Hong Kong for its destination on 10-May-2008
May 14 (Wednesday) - arrived!

Thumbnails:

http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk256/crazie123abc/Album1/th_9ceaab33.jpg (http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk256/crazie123abc/Album1/9ceaab33.jpg)

3396 - $8.00
http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk256/crazie123abc/Album1/th_e92f30b0.jpg (http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk256/crazie123abc/Album1/e92f30b0.jpg)

Note that the hinge for 3396 seems a little bit "unreliable" but is sturdy upon close-up
http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk256/crazie123abc/Album1/th_e704d693.jpg (http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk256/crazie123abc/Album1/e704d693.jpg)

2221 - $9.95 at the time of purchase (currently $12.95)
http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk256/crazie123abc/Album1/th_5ffb7cbe.jpg (http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk256/crazie123abc/Album1/5ffb7cbe.jpg)

Thanks to the OP & RFD! I am extremely satisfied!
I hope this helps someone...

[skanji]

got my zennis yesterday. first time ordering from them, usually am a goggles4u.com customer.

left lense is great, perfect. right lense seems to be a bit blurry and not as clear. from the website it looks like the only thing I can do is ship it back to hong kong and get 50% off my lenses...is that right?

[bubble.tea]

ok., I REALLY need to order rimless full ASAP. What's the cheapest best option to recommend please?

[pplesauec]

I placed my order on April 23. It shipped from HK on April 30. It arrived at customs in Vancouver on May 1. And it arrived on May 5.

The whole ordering process took about 13 days. I guess I got lucky and the mail gremlins were working extra hard... or were extra lazy.

I ordered two pairs of glasses, one full rim and a half-rim. Both prescriptions seem to be spot-on. Theres no dizziness like the ones that I ordered from Googles4U awhile back. Both cases, however, are cracked at the little opening section. I guess it was from customs or shipping.

The painting on the full rim glasses seem a litte suspect or shoddy, but its not noticeable. Theres some glue or whatever they used to secure the lens, thats still on the lens. The nosepads come a little too close to my eyes. I was expecting these to be my main pair considering how nice they looked online. They dont look that great actually.

But the half rim glasses are great. They fit perfectly and look nice. I've been using these as my main pair. And best of all theres none of that dizzy-stuff I got with my Googles4U glasses.

Overall, it was a 43 dollar gamble and it paid off.
Its interesting how some have said that they had bad experiences with Zenni and they're switching to Googles4U. I guess its hit or miss with Zenni, but I definetly think they're better than Googles4U.

So long Lenscrafters!!

Lenscrafters- 0
ZenniOptical- 1
thanks jdi knight!:o

[spiralspirit]

you live in vancouver - the glasses arrive there from HK and from there wait until customs/canada post ships them away. You are optimally located to order glasses from zenni.

[Canucklehead]

For those concerned about delivery times, complaining that their order takes 2-3 weeks, and offshore quality, let me share with you some recent examples with local suppliers.

Costco $400
- took 10 days to get glasses
- one of the arms had a rivet missing and they had to replace the arm with a demo pair
- have to go back to get replacement arms that they ordered from the factory

Great Glasses (3 for 1) $1200
- took 14 days to get glasses (they say 2-3 weeks so they probably outsource from Asia as well)
- salesperson refused to accept that there was a problem with one of my glasses until I insisted that she check the prescription - lo and behold, they made an error and put in the wrong lens
- salesperson insisted that the scratch on my sunglasses was acceptable since it did not affect my vision (never heard of refraction?)
- upon asking to see the manager, they agreed to replace the lens

A bit of a scam in that you buy a pair at a grossly inflated price. But I was stupid enough to do it so no excuses. Next time I'll do some RFD research first.

[edbert]

Timeline for ZenniOptical:
May 5 (Monday) 1 am EDT - ordered online; received email invoice
May 12 (Monday) - received email with tracking #
Checked the Hong Kong Post website & it said: The item left Hong Kong for its destination on 10-May-2008
May 14 (Wednesday) - arrived!

Thumbnails:

http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk256/crazie123abc/Album1/th_9ceaab33.jpg (http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk256/crazie123abc/Album1/9ceaab33.jpg)

3396 - $8.00
http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk256/crazie123abc/Album1/th_e92f30b0.jpg (http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk256/crazie123abc/Album1/e92f30b0.jpg)

Note that the hinge for 3396 seems a little bit "unreliable" but is sturdy upon close-up
http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk256/crazie123abc/Album1/th_e704d693.jpg (http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk256/crazie123abc/Album1/e704d693.jpg)

2221 - $9.95 at the time of purchase (currently $12.95)
http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk256/crazie123abc/Album1/th_5ffb7cbe.jpg (http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk256/crazie123abc/Album1/5ffb7cbe.jpg)

Thanks to the OP & RFD! I am extremely satisfied!
I hope this helps someone...

Thanks for the detailed pics. Question, can you tell me what type of lenses thickness you chose and approx how powerful your prescription is? I am interested in similar glasses, but not sure what lens type I should order.

[Amourek]

I just got mine from Goggles4U and they screwed up my prescription. When I look through both lens with my right eye, it looks perfect. Unfortunately, my left eye has a slightly different prescription.

The glasses themselves were fairly well made and the way they shipped it was very secure. No chips, no scratches. Too bad that only matters if they get the prescription right. I think I'll give Zenni a try...

[ARK]

I just got mine from Goggles4U and they screwed up my prescription. When I look through both lens with my right eye, it looks perfect. Unfortunately, my left eye has a slightly different prescription.

The glasses themselves were fairly well made and the way they shipped it was very secure. No chips, no scratches. Too bad that only matters if they get the prescription right. I think I'll give Zenni a try...


I would suggest you send an email and explain that the prescription is wrong. They will replace with another one at no extra charges.

At least that's what they did with me when I received wrong prescription glasses

[SirAlain]

Thanks for the detailed pics. Question, can you tell me what type of lenses thickness you chose and approx how powerful your prescription is? I am interested in similar glasses, but not sure what lens type I should order.

You're welcome!
For the lens, I ordered the regular "1.57 Mid Index Single Vision, No Charge".
My prescription: -2.50 (sphere) for both left & right.

I'm assuming the basic lens at Goggles4u "CR39 Material High Index Lenses"
is higher in quality (not sure)... but I liked the frames at Zenni better.

[spiralspirit]

both made of cr39 - its the standard non-glass material for glasses lenses.

[dvdvideo]

Got mine from google4u today. Took about 3 full weeks, as expected. Fit and finish is great, the perscription is spot on, I have the exact same vision as my $300 costco glasses. (i'm blind, so I needed high index lenses)
The glasses are a bit small on me but that's a fitting issue, I plan on ordering some more now I know what to expect. Overall for $30 I can't see a large down side right now.

[VaderX]

i have the question regarding the rimless glasses at zenni.

The style i'm interested in is this (http://zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=93&cat=7&page=1)

I was just wondering if anyone knows if the lens is screwed onto the frame or if it is 'stapled' on.

Also my RX says -325 for OD CYL, is this the equivalent to -3.25 X at zenni?

Thanks!

[doylie]

I ordered my 4 pair at Zenni on April 24th and Received them May 14th here in Nova Scotia. All 4 pair fit great (with minor adjustments of the nose pads of course) and the prescription is fantastic.

I have 3 rimless pair and they are all screwed on to the lenses so I would imagine the pair you are looking at is as well. The quality of these glasses is as good as what Ive received locally. each pair came with a polarized magnetic clipon. I got the high index lenses and anti-reflection coating on all 4 pair. The total came to less then $200. For a rimless with magnetic clip I was quoted 495 locally.

Zenni will have all of my business for now on. as well as my wife and everyone I talk to.

Doylie

[IceBlueShoes]

I just find it funny how some people are complaining about the quality yet don't consider the price.
This is your basic bargain frame/lenses, but this is RFD afterall. Their's no disputing that if you're looking for the cheapest frame/lenses that you're saving $$$, but I personally wouldn't go w/ this stuff.
These frame/lenses are simply not as good as designer frames and higher grade lenses.
For those of you that say you were quoted $x.xx for Y frame and Z lenses, most don't actually mention if it was a designer/brand frame or just a no name. This plays a HUGE role in pricing.
But hey to each their own! As for taking your own PD, you might have better luck going to a small optical place and asking the person to do it for you. Hell even if they charge you $5, atleast it'll be done properly.
And I'm not just speaking out of my @$$, I work in the optical industry (not that I like it much) and hear people say similar things often. Lenscrafters or ivision quoted me $x.xx. That's fine and I respond with "what type of frame/lenses did you look at?"
Anyways, maybe if the big chains start to lose business they'll FINALLY start to drop their prices. Their's a HUGE markup on eyewear!

[IMQ2]

If you look at the picture, it says "Selftapping screw". So the lenses are screwed to the temples and the bridge.
-325 means the same as -3.25. It is just one of the common ways of writing Rx. Mine is written the same way as yours.


In case you overlook, you can click on the button to the right of "Lens Size and Shape Choices" if you want to pick a different shape. I had one of the rimless with shape #357, the same as the one shown on that page. Mine is a frame number 3258.


i have the question regarding the rimless glasses at zenni.

The style i'm interested in is this (http://zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=93&cat=7&page=1)

I was just wondering if anyone knows if the lens is screwed onto the frame or if it is 'stapled' on.

Also my RX says -325 for OD CYL, is this the equivalent to -3.25 X at zenni?

Thanks!

[SiuBun]

I ordered from http://www.optical4less.com/ , my experience sounds alot more reliable than the ones mentioned here about Zenni or Goggle4less. My package arrived in T.O. within 2 weeks of ordering, no adjustment needed.

They are quick in answering any question I had before placing my order, and assured me that if ANYTHING goes wrong, they will replace it for me at no extra charge. My $34 order + $8 shipping isnt a gamble afterall. Next time I'll buy two pairs to save that $8 shipping cost! :D

[stumpypooh]

I got mine for Goggles4u. Ordered them May 3 got them May 20th. Glasses are perfect. Paid 24.69 USD after using the code "arcaro" (without the quotes). Will use them again for sure!

[Drawbar]

Ordered 2 pairs from http://www.optical4less.com. Received in 11 days. Cool

[spiralspirit]

optical4less doesn't have alot of selection that I can see...and I'm not sure I like what I do see.

[mushroom]

Got 2 pair of glasses from Zenni optical. They are great, first time ever for new glasses not to cause my headaches!
However they are too close to my eyes, is there anyway to adjust that? It's plastic frame so there were no nose pad to adjust... Any ideas?

[golden]

I think one of the biggest problem ordering eye glasses online is the adjustment. I'm no professional and not sure how to adjust it correctly. There's a reason why your local store charges more, less uncertainty and professional service. I'll stick w local stores for now.

[momo0973]

I ordered from Zenni optical on May 2, they sent out the glasses on May 10, I was happy to see the package arrived Vancouver on May 13 and thought I would got it the next day since I am in Vancouver. But NO! My glasses held at customs and not release... It's been 9 days in customs and still waiting. Why does it take them so long to inspect the package? :mad:

[xsf]

I know that you don't pay taxes for eyeglasses purchased locally, but I was curious to know if anyone has been charged taxes by customs during delivery?

[SiuBun]

optical4less doesn't have alot of selection that I can see...and I'm not sure I like what I do see.

From what I know, optical4less has alot more selections than what they place online...I could imagine that its true, since they must have more than 1000 styles of frames.

I know ppl who had emailed a picture to them, which they will find frames that best matches urs. Try it out, u might be in for a nice, and cheap surprise!

For some reason, I had more trouble with local shops than buying online. I think mostly because in shops, their one professionally trained person is too busy to help you, then ur left with students who work there part-time to mess with ur frame. And then ur put on the spot to say "this feels right" before u leave. and 2 days later, it feels weird again so u have to go back, or ur left to accept the misery of blurry eyesight.

but online ordering, it seems like they spend extra time to make sure ur order is correct, because they dont want to re-ship anything (incur extra costs), hence, u actually get a better quality product, instead of the half-ass, "I know u will come back" crap from retail stores.

Just my two cents!

[hankscorpio]

but I was curious to know if anyone has been charged taxes by customs during delivery?

Nope, there are none.

[momo0973]

YA! Finally, I got my glasses after being held at customs for 10 days. No duty or taxes.

No dizziness, fit excellent and no need to adjust.

The frame looks a bit cheap, but for $8, I can't complaint.
The lens is thicker than I thought. i guess with -7.0 prescription, I should order 1.67 thin len instead of 1.61.

I am happier with these $30 glasses from Zenni than my $300 glasses from local store.

I am going to try order more from other site too. Wish me luck and hope no customs hold next time. :)

[jaisan]

I ordered with Goggles4u on 5th May and got it on 20th May. Not bad timing. The quality is not very good but it is ok for $39 (photocrome). I am happy with it.

[spiralspirit]

I hate canada customs - they've had my second order sitting in vancouver for a week now. I guess the winnipeg bucket isn't full.

[mtrade]

I do not recommend optical4less. I had bad experience with optical4less.
one of the two pairs I ordered was broken on second day, when I contacted them, there was no response. it's hard to get money back.

[Macross_Freek]

Here's my mini-review of Zenni:

Ordering and shipping:

Ordered two pairs of glasses on May 4th. Opted for the AR and regular stuff 1.57 index no tints. Zenni emailed me a shipping notification on May 13th and they arrived on May 20. Very pleased with shipping speed.

Frames

As for the glasses, I ordered an $8 cheapo and a $15 hingeless stainless steel pair.

I'm actually really liking the $8 dollar pair. It's a bit snug around my head but feels good. The stainless steel pair feel a bit too big. Since they're bendable though maybe I need to wear them more often to get the shape right.

Prescription

The prescription feels pretty spot on. Everything is clearer than before (most likely cause of a new prescription). I hadn't had a new pair of glasses, frame or prescription wise in about 2 years.

The $8 pair as soon I put it on felt very good. No dizziness or anything but after about an hour with them on my eyes do feel a bit tired. I may just need to get used to it after having the same prescription for 2 years.

Problems?

The stainless steel pair seems a bit off though I'm not sure why. It's just as clear as the $8 pair but when I don't look straight on things look a bit warped (looking at the edge of the lens).

This seems to be the same case for the $8 pair as well but the effect is not as noticeable. Now I'm not sure if it's because I still need to get used to it because I had been using my old glasses for so long so I'm going to give both pairs about a week of trial before I make a final judgment. I'll post an update then.

Conclusion

So far though on initial impression I give Zenni the thumbs up. Fast shipping, and the quality of the frames look pretty solid, no noticeable flaws anywhere.

[Gotcha]

Hi i'd like to order a frame at zenni... where do i go to get it ship to canada? I cant see the option...

how much is it to ship to Montreal?

anyone

Thanks!

[momo0973]

Keep going and after you enter your address, the shipping fee will be updated to US$6.95 for all Canada address including Montreal.

[radeonboy]

YA! Finally, I got my glasses after being held at customs for 10 days. No duty or taxes.

No dizziness, fit excellent and no need to adjust.

The frame looks a bit cheap, but for $8, I can't complaint.
The lens is thicker than I thought. i guess with -7.0 prescription, I should order 1.67 thin len instead of 1.61.

I am happier with these $30 glasses from Zenni than my $300 glasses from local store.

I am going to try order more from other site too. Wish me luck and hope no customs hold next time. :)

Ya -7.0 needs something smaller than 1.56.

I'm gonna purchase from Googles4u for my mom and her prescription is only -1.75, lol, she has good eyes, so 1.56 index won't even be thick. I still cant believe she has better eyes than myself @ +3.25.

Does anyone know if Goggles4u has a new coupon code out or does the old one work?

[coopercold]

I ordered these from Googles4u:
http://www.goggles4u.com/images/22304.jpg

Came yesterday, and I picked 'em up from the Post Office this afternoon. I was concerned, since the packing seemed sketchy -- handwritten addresses on cotton covering Styrofoam square containing the eyeglasses case.

But I had no need to worry! The glasses are terrific. Fit perfectly, and look exactly as pictured.

I have a second pair en route... hope they're just as good.

Thanks, OP!! :D (Goodbye, Lenscrafters, forever!!)

Oh, and BTW, I ordered on May 15, they shipped (from Pakistan) on May 17, and they arrived on May 27 in Toronto. 10 days!! Not bad at all.

[Aske001]

The lens is thicker than I thought. i guess with -7.0 prescription, I should order 1.67 thin len instead of 1.61

I wouldn't bother ordering high-index lenses from Zenni. My prescription is similar to yours, and I paid extra for the 1.67 index lens, but I can see by comparing to my other glasses that what I got is regular 1.57. Others have reported the same.

[konfusion666]

Planning on getting my summer sunglasses from either Zenni or Goggles4U...

few questions:
- any tips on measuring PD reliably?

- if I go with the permanent tint option from Goggles, which % should I be choosing? As in, what's comparable to the typical sunglass models (for Rx) demo'ed on Optical Store shelves?

- which vendor has the edge, Zenni or Goggles? Going through some of the posts in this 150-page thread, it seems like they are in a dead heat

[nacho113]

Planning on getting my summer sunglasses from either Zenni or Goggles4U...

few questions:
- any tips on measuring PD reliably?

- if I go with the permanent tint option from Goggles, which % should I be choosing? As in, what's comparable to the typical sunglass models (for Rx) demo'ed on Optical Store shelves?

- which vendor has the edge, Zenni or Goggles? Going through some of the posts in this 150-page thread, it seems like they are in a dead heat

I found a trick for measuring PD that seems to work very well. I use my digital camera to take a picture of the persons face you want to measure the PD. Stand back from them 8-10 feet and have them hold a small millimeter ruler just across the bridge of there nose at pupil height.(this is a good distance so that your subjects pupils don't draw in to focus on you, this is the downside to the mirror method as you are very close to the mirror and your PD decreases when you are focusing on something up close) Now zoom your camera in to get just a head shot and take the picture. Next transfer the image to your computer and open it in a viewing program (MS picture viewer, paint etc). You should now be able to zoom into the picture and see the markings on the ruler. If you used a flash, you will see a flash spot in the middle of each pupil, measure from center to center in millimeters. If not just measure from center to center or from the left edge of on pupil to the left edge of the other pupil (you could use the right edges of the pupils also). I've tried this on myself, my wife and my son and all measurements are right on according to our optometrist.

If you want a sunglass tint from goggles4u, order 100% tint, this is a nice dark sunglass tint.
I ordered a pair from goggles4u at 80% and find they are more of a medium/fashion type tint, not bad for a slightly overcast day or for driving (as long as you aren't driving into the sun, but definately not a tint dark enough for a sunny day at the beach)

Zenni has a nice line of frames running from $8 up to about $40 for some of the fancier styles , Lenses are Polycarbonate (so shatter resistant and 100% UV protection) tinting is $5 extra and AR ir $5 extra. Shipping to Canada ids $7. I've got a lot of pairs of progressives and single vision sunglasses from Zenni and they have all been great. I've also ordered glasses for my son and wife from Zenni and they love them too.

Goggles4u seems to get a lot of one only frames. It seems to me that they buy a lot of end of line frames. This is both a good thing and a bad thing. The good is that quite often they have some really nice frames, some even bordering on designer type. The bad thing is that if you find some cool looking frames and then "think about it" too long, the pair you were looking at sells out since there was only one or two pairs to begin with of each style. All frames are $12.99 and plastic lenses are $13. AR,UV and scratch resistant coating are included. Tinting is free, however if you get the lenses tinted, you do not get the AR coating. Shipping is free unless you want express delivery, then it's $12. I've ordered several pairs of single vision glasses, a couple of pairs of Transition lenses and a couple of pairs of sunglasses and for the most part all have been on par with my locally purchased glasses (and at a much lower cost) I haven't tried the Progressive lenses from Goggles4u as they get very pricey very fast when you start adding this option and the coatings.

Theres my quick summary for you in a nutshell :)

[nacho113]

A couple of things I'd like to note about customer service from Zenni and Goggles4u:

I've only had one issue with Zenni and it was my mistake. I thought I would try a pair of lined Bi-focals instead of the Progressive lenses that I normally wear and when they came, the line drove me nuts. I like the frame that they were in so I contacted Zenni by email and asked if I could send these back and have progressive lenses put in them and I would pay for the relense service. They said that they don't do this but they did issue me a credit for 50% of the price of the glasses so that I could order another pair. I thought this was very fair on there part considering that it was definately my experiment/error for ordering the lined Bi-focal instead of the Progressive.
Thought I should post this as I have seen some negative comments about Zenni's customer service. From my one issue in 9 or 10 orders, I am very impressed with there customer service. Maybe I got lucky or maybe they are genuinely getting better at looking after there customers. I like to think they are getting better.
A few months ago I had sent them an email about a frame that I liked but was no longer on there website. The email reply that I got helped me to get the frame that I liked that was no longer listed (and at a discount since it was a discontinued frame).


I've had a couple of issues with goggles4u, but both were taken care of fast and professionally. The first was a pair of glasses that arrived with my order number on the package, but not my glasses or prescription inside the box. I emailed Goggles4u and they had me pick out a new frame and lens and they sent me out a new pair by DHL asap and told me to donate the others to the local eyeglasses bank. Very impressed with there customer service in this matter. A second issue was really sort of my fault as I ordered a pair of sunglasses with 80% tint (thought this sounded like enough, I have 80% tint on my car windows and it's pretty dark) When they arrived they were more of a medium tint so I emailed about this to see if I could get them made darker. They said that this wasn't possible, but I could return them for a full refund and order another set or I could keep them and they would give me an extra 30% off them. I really liked the frames and the medium tint is good for driving on slightly overcast days so I kept them and was credited $8 back to my CC. Then I ordered another pair with 100% tint for those bright sunny days at the beach. Overall very impressed with there customer service.

[Tha DraGun]

I wish I saw this thread before. My gf just bought a pair of glasses and prescription sunglasses from Pearle Vision for $600 last week. Shes had her glasses just a couple days and yesturday someone took them on her at work. :mad: If she lost them and they were only $30 I wouldnt be so mad about it.

How do we find out what her prescription is if we want to order a pair from one of theses sites? Just ask Pearle Vision?

[ClayMan]

I ordered a pair of glasses from goggles4u for my girlfriend. The first set came and the pupil distance was way off and not even centered. (Supposed to be 57mm, they did 70mm)

We complained and they were quick with the reply 1 day later and agreed to send another set (different frame because the old one was gone)...

SAME DAMN MISTAKE. Pupil distance is again 70mm, as verified by an optometrist friend. I've complained again but it's been 5 days with no response this time.

Buyer beware.

[neo1973]

I ordered a pair of glasses from goggles4u for my girlfriend. The first set came and the pupil distance was way off and not even centered. (Supposed to be 57mm, they did 70mm)

We complained and they were quick with the reply 1 day later and agreed to send another set (different frame because the old one was gone)...

SAME DAMN MISTAKE. Pupil distance is again 70mm, as verified by an optometrist friend. I've complained again but it's been 5 days with no response this time.

Buyer beware.

My experience with goggles4u is same. Stay away from them.

[skanji]

My experience with goggles4u is same. Stay away from them.

guys, there are hundreds of pages here with both expereiences. I have bought 5 pairs of glasses from them. 4 have been good, one has been bad. quality is decent, but not spectacular. With my prescription, I would have had to play close to TRIPLE what i paid for the 5 glasses combined shopping locally.

[Vespert]

just received two pairs of rimless glasses from zenni - ordered 15th may, received 28th may. lens and glasses are all good. i ordered a very similar pair of glasses from zenni a couple of years ago when they were still shipping from california and noticed no real difference in the quality of construction etc. happy with zenni, i've never tried goggles4u

[jjliu98]

I ordered two pairs of eyeglasses from Zenni. The first pair is sunglass with 1.57 Mid index. The other pair is 1.67 High index. It turns out they used same 1.57 Mid index for both pairs. I sent three emails asking for the refund of $37 they charged for high index. But no reply.

I will call the 1 800 number next week and ask what's wrong with them.

I am very unhappy with them. Zenni will not have my business any more.

[hawk3ye]

I ordered these from Googles4u:
http://www.goggles4u.com/images/22304.jpg

Came yesterday, and I picked 'em up from the Post Office this afternoon. I was concerned, since the packing seemed sketchy -- handwritten addresses on cotton covering Styrofoam square containing the eyeglasses case.

But I had no need to worry! The glasses are terrific. Fit perfectly, and look exactly as pictured.

I have a second pair en route... hope they're just as good.

Thanks, OP!! :D (Goodbye, Lenscrafters, forever!!)

Oh, and BTW, I ordered on May 15, they shipped (from Pakistan) on May 17, and they arrived on May 27 in Toronto. 10 days!! Not bad at all.

Whats the product code for this one ?

Edit: never mind, its 22304, got it from the JPG properties.

[GTI]

I got an email from goggles4u saying they got 20% off during checkout for next 72 hours. I'm thinking this should work for everyone.

Enter "Glasses" at Checkout to avail your instant 20% off. The offer will expire in next 72 hours for you. Other offers/discounts will not be valid with this offer.

[canabiz]

guys, there are hundreds of pages here with both expereiences. I have bought 5 pairs of glasses from them. 4 have been good, one has been bad. quality is decent, but not spectacular. With my prescription, I would have had to play close to TRIPLE what i paid for the 5 glasses combined shopping locally.

Skanji, do you have any problems submitting the invoices to SunLife for re-imbursement ? We are only allowed $200 every 2 calendar years for opticals so not much there.

[OverDriveAdamJ]

Skanji, do you have any problems submitting the invoices to SunLife for re-imbursement ? We are only allowed $200 every 2 calendar years for opticals so not much there.

I use sunlife, and i submit electronically (just filling it in online). I've had no problems with it.

[skanji]

Skanji, do you have any problems submitting the invoices to SunLife for re-imbursement ? We are only allowed $200 every 2 calendar years for opticals so not much there.

nope - no problems with me, as long as I stay under the amount ($300 for me, and another $200 for the wifey!)

[du_dongxu]

I got bad expriences with ZenniOptical. Their customer service sucks. I got infection with their metal frame.

[Kuurgen]

Infection from metal frame??

Okay you got me curious as I'm currently wearing a pair of Zenni metal frame glasses.

Happy so far with Zenni. Please elaborate.

[ndondo]

Can OP create a poll
so that posters can choose which one is their preference?

Goggles4u

Optical4less

39 Dollar Glasses

Zenni Optical

[joshuaave]

You cannot get an infection from a metal frame, infections are caused by organisms. It is possibly a rash-type inflammatory/allergic reaction to the metal or coating. Unfortunately, I know what you mean, the only way to resolve this is to not wear those particular glasses, treat with over the counter hydrocortisone, and if you have time and it looks bad, see a doctor.

Although rare, it is even less likely with a non-metal frame.
You cannot get a refund much like if you are allergic to your ring. Perhaps you can fight for credit?

[gocolts]

I am looking to order some sunglasses from Zenni Optical but can't find any sunglass frames. I know you can get any lenses tinted but I would like to get a frame where the lenses are contoured to fit the face like regular sunglasses.

Any suggestions?

[jjliu98]

If you choose Zenni, it is most likely you will not get what you ordered.

I ordered two pairs, one with 1.57 Mid Index lens, one with 1.67 High Index. It turned out that I got lens with same thickness. Both are thicker than the High Index I got from Lenscrafters.

Bottom line: Be careful if you want to "upgrade" your order to high-index lens.

[kaycee8877]

I got bad expriences with ZenniOptical. Their customer service sucks. I got infection with their metal frame.

are you the same person that got gonorrhea from a tractor?

[zer0tails]

are you the same person that got gonorrhea from a tractor?

LOLs :D that's the first time i've heard that

[coopercold]

I got another pair from Goggles4u:
http://goggles4u.com/images/21278.jpg

I ordered this pair on May 18, it shipped on May 20, and I received it today. It took a long longer to get this, my second pair, than my first (which took only 10 days).

[J-Wo]

I'm looking to get photochromic (i.e. transition) lens and was wondering which site was good. Goggles4u looks like the best price, only $34 for frames+lenses and that includes all the coatings. However the lens material is glass, it will cost $62 for CR39 plastic. My prescription quite weak though, it's -2.00/-1.00/94 and -1.50/-0.75/80. Anybody here have experience with goggles4u's photochromic glass lenses? Thanks.

edit: also for those that got permanent tint sunglasses from Goggles4u, what is the recommended intensity? Black 100% Or Grey 100%? What would be the difference, i.e. which is more proper for sunglasses, and how dark to photochromic lenses typically go to?

[IMQ2]

I'm looking to get photochromic (i.e. transition) lens and was wondering which site was good. Goggles4u looks like the best price, only $34 for frames+lenses and that includes all the coatings. However the lens material is glass, it will cost $62 for CR39 plastic. My prescription quite weak though, it's -2.00/-1.00/94 and -1.50/-0.75/80. Anybody here have experience with goggles4u's photochromic glass lenses? Thanks.

edit: also for those that got permanent tint sunglasses from Goggles4u, what is the recommended intensity? Black 100% Or Grey 100%? What would be the difference, i.e. which is more proper for sunglasses, and how dark to photochromic lenses typically go to?

I think you should be aware of a couple things or so about photochromic eyeglasses:


The rate of change--light to dark and dark to light--varies from brand to brand. Transistion is a very well known name for photochromic lens, but you won't get it at that price from Goggle4U

Photochromic eyeglasses won't work as sunglasses in your car because the windshield block UV rays, therefore the glasses will stay light. There is one exception: Drivewear. It is a lens that has the combination of photochromic and polarization. And Drivewear costs a fortune.

The tint is really not 100%. You would be almost completely blind if the glasses could be tinted 100%.


I had a pair of glass photogrey many years ago. It was heavy and it was not what I expected it to be (sunglasses when outside or when driving). I highly recommended getting a pair of sunglasses for outdoors/driving and a regular pair of eyeglasses for normal use.

I have a pair of sunglasses with 80% grey tint (the maximum) from Zenni Optical. They are quite good, as far as I can tell. Because it was an experiment, I picked the $8.0 frame with 80% grey tint and AR coating (probably not needed but it was, again, an experiment). Total less than $20 + $4.95 for shipping. Also the lenses from Zenni are their srandard 1.57 index.

I have had good experiences with onlne purchases so far: 4 pairs from Zenni, one from Optical4Less, and one lens replacement from Eyeglass Lens Direct.

Good luck with your online buying.

PS: Your prescription is not heavy. Don't go for anything higher than 1.56 index; it would be a waste of money because your glasses won't be any thinner. You would be fine with CR-39. Plus, the higher index lenses have much worst optic than CR-39, especially polycarbonate lenses.

I have one pair of 1.67 index glasses. When compared to Zenni 1.57 standard lenses, they are barely noticeable differences: the center thickness is about the same for both, the edge thickness on the 1.67 index lenses are barely a hair, if that, thinner than the 1.56 index lenses. And it cost $35 or more for the 1.67 without any serious gain. So beware!

[ahsalloum]

I ordered two pairs from Zenni a couple of days ago. Let's see how long they'll take to get here. Am I supposed to receive an email after my order was shipped?

[J-Wo]

great great great feedback IMQ2, I think I will do what you did and buy a cheap frame and go for permanent tint to test them out. I was confused why goggles4u offers 100% tint whereas everywhere else only offers up to 80%. Plus there is no distinction between black or grey, there's usually only grey as a choice. Maybe I'll try Zenni out with an $8 frame like you did. Do you think AR is necessary for sunglasses? I would think sunlight glare would be much worse without it.

[IMQ2]

great great great feedback IMQ2, I think I will do what you did and buy a cheap frame and go for permanent tint to test them out. I was confused why goggles4u offers 100% tint whereas everywhere else only offers up to 80%. Plus there is no distinction between black or grey, there's usually only grey as a choice. Maybe I'll try Zenni out with an $8 frame like you did. Do you think AR is necessary for sunglasses? I would think sunlight glare would be much worse without it.

I think AR coating (front and abck) is OK for tinted sunglasses but not really needed for polarized sunglasses because polarized lenses reduce or eliminate glare/reflection. That's the main difference between tinted and polarized lenses.

Whenever AR coating is applied to polarized sunglasses, it is usually applied to the back, not the front. If you ever order a polarized sunglasses, select AR coating only if the back reflection bothers you.

And the lens with AR coating should help reduce glare/reflection but not as efficient as polarized lens.

Now, about your glasses.

To give your online experience a better chance of happy one, I strongly suggest go to your local stores and try out frames for sizes. Write down the sizes of the frames that fit you. The sizes of the frames are usually written on the backside of the bridge or the inside of one of the temples.

The size, in case you don't know, is usually written in the following format: Eye size -- Nosebridge -- Temple.

For examples:

50[]16 135 or commonly seen on most site as 50-16-135
52[]17 140 or commonly seen on most site as 52-17-140

All measurements are in mm.

If you like both plastics and metal frames, try both. You will see that same size from different brands fit differently. And plastic does not fit the same way as metal.

You also notice that most online stores and local stores don't list the total width of the frames. That's why I suggest you go to the local stores and try frames on for sizes. Then you have an idea what frame size to order online.

Happy hunting for the perfect pair! :)

[J-Wo]

I just received my second pair from Zenni. This one was photochromic. No problems - everything as advertised. Ordered March 14; arrived April 4th. The photochromic work fine. They don't tint very much in the car (but they still do tint). $65 delivered.

Does anyone know what the material is of Zenni's photochromic lenses?

[br2brown]

I ordered two pairs from Zenni a couple of days ago. Let's see how long they'll take to get here. Am I supposed to receive an email after my order was shipped?

I placed an order with Zenni on June 1. I didn't get a shipment notification, so I called today. They were sent through California on June 12. So in response to your question, it doesn't look like they send shipment notification.

[Macross_Freek]

I ordered two pairs from Zenni a couple of days ago. Let's see how long they'll take to get here. Am I supposed to receive an email after my order was shipped?

I was sent an email notification when my order shipped.

[lbamboo]

Hello,

Both my eyes are -3.5. Can anyone else with a similar prescription recommend whether it is worthwhile to upgrade to a 1.61 refraction index?

Many thanks!!

[radeonboy]

Okay just had a question. Glasses arrived from Goggles4u for my mom (reading) and when she wore it, it seemed strong. But she says she can see but its strong that it makes her dizzy when she looks around.

I know I had to make adjustments on my own pair nose pieces, and Im thinking its the same issue for her.

I was wondering anybody getting glasses in, do you always have to adjust your noise pieces? And which direction should it be in? It seems like all our old glasses nose pieces are pushed close towards the lens itself...Her new pair it is sitting kinda far away from the lens.

Would I be able to get a store to adjust it for us?

[canabiz]

Hello, can anyone let me know if I could send my frame to these online shops and have them put the lenses in and then send the glasses back to me ?

Reason I am asking is I saw a nice pair of frame at a local eyewear shop today that fit my face perfectly and I am just wondering if it's worth the hassle to do what I described to save a few bucks. I guess I can take down the info for that frame and see if these online shops have something similar...? it could be one of a kind though.

Please advise.

[TSXKid]

Hello, can anyone let me know if I could send my frame to these online shops and have them put the lenses in and then send the glasses back to me ?

Reason I am asking is I saw a nice pair of frame at a local eyewear shop today that fit my face perfectly and I am just wondering if it's worth the hassle to do what I described to save a few bucks. I guess I can take down the info for that frame and see if these online shops have something similar...? it could be one of a kind though.

Please advise.

Don't do it! You'll never get them back.

[konfusion666]

Alright, I ordered a pair from goggles4u last night using the arcaro coupon code. will let you know how that goes.

i had a bit of a tough time measuring PD though... after about an hour, i think i got it down correctly though.

one thing: when you get the glasses, does it come with a proper receipt that can be used to submit to my company's insurance provider so i can pay for it out of my HSA (health spending account)?

[J-Wo]

I think AR coating (front and abck) is OK for tinted sunglasses but not really needed for polarized sunglasses because polarized lenses reduce or eliminate glare/reflection. That's the main difference between tinted and polarized lenses.

Whenever AR coating is applied to polarized sunglasses, it is usually applied to the back, not the front. If you ever order a polarized sunglasses, select AR coating only if the back reflection bothers you.

And the lens with AR coating should help reduce glare/reflection but not as efficient as polarized lens.

Okay I think I'm still a bit confused on this matter... I've read on many sites
that AR coating on sunglasses should be put on the BACK of the lens
only, and not both sides. Some places like Optical4Less say they
don't even put AR coating if you choose tinting, so I e-mailed them
and they replied it would cost $35 to get AR on only 1 side. Zenni
charges only $4.95 for AR coating, I emailed them and they said the AR
is automatically put on both sides of the lenses. I then asked if it
could only be put on 1 side for tinting purposes but I haven't heard
back yet.

Some retailers say "oh AR isn't necessary for sunglasses" but when I
look at the designer sunglasses I can clearly see some AR action going
on -- of course those designer lenses are also polarized, which
doesn't seem to be an option from these bargain online retailers. I
think eyebuydirect does off polarized but it's way more expensive...

Really like to hear some of your experiences with purchasing
sunglasses as I'm about to bite the bullet and purchase my first
pair. Thanks guys!

[IMQ2]

Okay I think I'm still a bit confused on this matter... I've read on many sites
that AR coating on sunglasses should be put on the BACK of the lens
only, and not both sides. Some places like Optical4Less say they
don't even put AR coating if you choose tinting, so I e-mailed them
and they replied it would cost $35 to get AR on only 1 side. Zenni
charges only $4.95 for AR coating, I emailed them and they said the AR
is automatically put on both sides of the lenses. I then asked if it
could only be put on 1 side for tinting purposes but I haven't heard
back yet.

Some retailers say "oh AR isn't necessary for sunglasses" but when I
look at the designer sunglasses I can clearly see some AR action going
on -- of course those designer lenses are also polarized, which
doesn't seem to be an option from these bargain online retailers. I
think eyebuydirect does off polarized but it's way more expensive...

Really like to hear some of your experiences with purchasing
sunglasses as I'm about to bite the bullet and purchase my first
pair. Thanks guys!

I believe the reason some stores can put AR coating on the tinted lenses and some cannot because of compatiblity bwteen the tinted coat and AR coat.

Not all tints are made the same and neither are the AR coating. Think of incompatibility like water and oil, or compatiblity like water and, say, sugar. :lol:

The AR action you saw in the designer lenses are probably the effect of polarized lens, not AR coating.

Like I said, unless backside reflection bother you, AR coating is not needed, IMHO.

[IMQ2]

Hello,

Both my eyes are -3.5. Can anyone else with a similar prescription recommend whether it is worthwhile to upgrade to a 1.61 refraction index?

Many thanks!!

If what you are interested in is how thin your glasses will look, take a look at this site:

http://opticampus.com/tools/thickness.php

This calculator gives you an idea how thick or thin your glasses will be.

As you try out different lens material, make note of how thick the edge is, then decide if you want to spend the extra money.

Remember:

the smaller the Eyesize, the thinner the edge
the higher the index, the thinner the edge

I also want to point out that the higher the index, the worst the optical quality will be. It can cause problem for people who are sensitive to chromatic aberration. See this link for more info on the subject:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chromatic_aberration

[J-Wo]

I believe the reason some stores can put AR coating on the tinted lenses and some cannot because of compatiblity bwteen the tinted coat and AR coat.

Not all tints are made the same and neither are the AR coating. Think of incompatibility like water and oil, or compatiblity like water and, say, sugar. :lol:

The AR action you saw in the designer lenses are probably the effect of polarized lens, not AR coating.

Like I said, unless backside reflection bother you, AR coating is not needed, IMHO.

Thanks IMQ2! You've made me feel more confident about getting Rx sunglasses online. I was at Pacific Mall yesterday and tried a bunch of designer sunglasses on, there were two Giogio Armani and one Polo Ralph Lauren I really liked, so I took some pics and looked up their specs online. I'm trying to find similar frames but the pickings are slim... I want rectangular plastic frames with large vertical height. There's one at optical4less that's pretty close to the shape I'm looking for, it's p120 (http://www.optical4less.com/plastic-eyeglasses/p120/). It'll cost around $40
http://www.optical4less.com/glasses/plastic/p120/main1_s.jpg

Zennis is cheaper, they'll be around $23 but they don't have much that meet my requirements. I did find this one though, #3779 (http://zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=582&cat=23&page=1). Again, Zenni only charges $5 for AR but I'm still not sure if i should get it or not. What do you guys think of these?
http://zennioptical.com/cart/t_582_01.jpg

[IMQ2]

Hello, can anyone let me know if I could send my frame to these online shops and have them put the lenses in and then send the glasses back to me ?

Reason I am asking is I saw a nice pair of frame at a local eyewear shop today that fit my face perfectly and I am just wondering if it's worth the hassle to do what I described to save a few bucks. I guess I can take down the info for that frame and see if these online shops have something similar...? it could be one of a kind though.

Please advise.

There are places online that will do lens replacement. I have done one time with EyeglassLensDirect (http://www.eyeglasslensdirect.com/) for a basic CR-39 lens as an experiment. They did a very good job, as far as I can tell. And I will certainly will do business with them again.

However, they are not cheap but quite affordable compared to the local retailers.

Other online stores that do lens replacement such as:

http://www.glassesonweb.com/LensReplacement.asp
http://www.replacealens.com/Welcome.html
http://opticclear.com/

IMPORTANT: I don't have experience with any of these stores but I list them here as options for you to look at. Just what I found when I search for lens replacement for my frame.

[IMQ2]

Okay just had a question. Glasses arrived from Goggles4u for my mom (reading) and when she wore it, it seemed strong. But she says she can see but its strong that it makes her dizzy when she looks around.

I know I had to make adjustments on my own pair nose pieces, and Im thinking its the same issue for her.

I was wondering anybody getting glasses in, do you always have to adjust your noise pieces? And which direction should it be in? It seems like all our old glasses nose pieces are pushed close towards the lens itself...Her new pair it is sitting kinda far away from the lens.

Would I be able to get a store to adjust it for us?

The nose pieces do two things: make your glasses look symmetrical on your face and adjust the how high or low they sit on your nose.

Some people wear their glasses high up, some in the middle, and some low. Bringing the nose pieces together make make the glasses sit higher on the nose; pushing them far apart make the glasses sit lower.

You adjust the nose pieces to how you like to wear them.

It is normal to adjust these things since eveyone's face is different.

Your local stores may make adjustment for free or for a fee. Just call and ask them or just go there and ask. The most they can say is 'No'.

[Dondon]

Hi All,

After a couple of years of should I/shouldn't I, I finally bit the bullet a couple of weeks ago and ordered from Zenni.

They came yesterday. The frames were great, beautifully made, and comfy right out of the case.
The lenses however were wayyyy off. They were reading glasses, full lens and I could not see a thing out of them unless the object was less than 2 inches from my eye. Not very good for reading a book.

I called Zenni, sent them back, they are supposed to refund my postage charge as well as fix the prescription, which I double checked the correctness of while on the phone with the operator.

So fingers crossed that it was just a spot of bad luck.

Keep you posted,

Donna

[SiuBun]

Hi All,

After a couple of years of should I/shouldn't I, I finally bit the bullet a couple of weeks ago and ordered from Zenni.

They came yesterday. The frames were great, beautifully made, and comfy right out of the case.
The lenses however were wayyyy off. They were reading glasses, full lens and I could not see a thing out of them unless the object was less than 2 inches from my eye. Not very good for reading a book.

I called Zenni, sent them back, they are supposed to refund my postage charge as well as fix the prescription, which I double checked the correctness of while on the phone with the operator.

So fingers crossed that it was just a spot of bad luck.

Keep you posted,

Donna

Next time try ordering from Optical4Less, so far I dont see too many complaints about rework needed for their glasses, but I keep hearing it from Zenni.

Their prices are quite competitive, but not having to return or exchange is already a hugh ONE-UP in my books~!

[yipes]

www.clearlycontacts.ca/glasses (Canada) and www.coastalcontacts.com/glasses (USA) recently got into the glasses business as well. I have the Kam Dhillon 3002 and love them. My sister got the Ltede 1006. They have some house brands that are super cheap and some that are designer. They even let you try on 4 pairs before you decide. They call it a trial pack. Shipping both ways is free.

We used coupon code HILARYS for an extra 10% off. :cheesygri

[br2brown]

Thought I'd provide feedback on the order I recently received from Zenni. I ordered three pairs of glasses - 2 pairs of sunglasses and one pair with photochromatic lenses. I'm very pleased with the sunglasses. I didn't get the anti reflective coating, and I'm pleased with them the way they are. I had one pair with 80% grey lenses, which look almost totally black. The other pair has 80% blue lenses, which are more translucent.

The photochromatic lenses are a different story. They certainly don't seem to be the quality of the brand name Transition lenses my father bought at the local optical. A half hour after coming in from the sun they're still not totally clear, unlike my father's, which go from shaded to clear in a minute or two. I should also mention that the construction on these rimless frames is somewhat flimsy, and I'm having difficulty in stopping the lenses from rotating on the nose piece.

On the whole, though, I'd say I'm pleased. I can't knock having three pairs of glasses delivered to my door for $105. I certainly wouldn't order the photochromatic lenses from Zenni again, though.

[Conky]

I've had a pair of bendable titaniums from Zenni since October and the lenses are starting to get scratched. Does Zenni offer any scratchproof coatings/hardened lenses?

Optical4less offers them but their(and other overseas sellers) frame choice for those of us with big melon heads(145mm temple length minimum) is very limited. anybody see somewher that have a large selection of big frames. You'd think they could make a frame and then just screw on whatever temple arm length the customer wanted

[IMQ2]

I've had a pair of bendable titaniums from Zenni since October and the lenses are starting to get scratched. Does Zenni offer any scratchproof coatings/hardened lenses?


If you have AR coating on your glasses, it is likely the cause of the scratches you see (assuming you take good care of your glasses). Moreover, it's likely that the AR coating is scratched, not the lenses because AR coating is on top of a hard scratch-resistant coating.

Mid and high index lenses are softer than CR-39, so they are more easily scratched.

[araut]

I got a pair from goggles4u around 11 months and it's probably the best pair of frames I've owned. Lenses were perfect as well. No issues with scratched lenses.

I've just ordered a second pair, but this time I'm trying Zenni - here's hoping they're just as good. Will keep you posted : )


In order to make sure that your experience is good with these online places, it's really important to get your pupillary distance measured professionally from one of your local eyewear store. I would definitely not recommend the online measurement tools as they can be off by quite a bit. If you have no choice and are going with one of the online ones, keep your refraction index low...stay with the 1.57 models instead of the 1.61 or higher.

[Pepsidewd]

optical4less.com NOt sure if this was posted... free shipping when you spend 35$ plus use coupon code: glassyeyes to save 10%

[Amourek]

So I sent Goggles4U an email complaining about my screwed up left lens and they sent me a replacement pair. This one is much better and looks great!

[TorontoEh]

www.clearlycontacts.ca/glasses (Canada) and www.coastalcontacts.com/glasses (USA) recently got into the glasses business as well. I have the Kam Dhillon 3002 and love them. My sister got the Ltede 1006. They have some house brands that are super cheap and some that are designer. They even let you try on 4 pairs before you decide. They call it a trial pack. Shipping both ways is free.

We used coupon code HILARYS for an extra 10% off. :cheesygri

wow..seems crazy new concept.... so you just pay for frames and lenses are included in prices?

[yipes]

Ya, its all included unless you want a tint or super thin lenses. My prescription is pretty low though so I didn't need the upgrade.

[iakov]

Well, I took a plunge and ordered from 39dollarglasses.com.
I placed my order for the following glasses on May 22 and got them in the mail today Jun 23.
----------------------------------------------------
Bendable Titanium Semi-Rimless 7 Bendable Titanium Eyeglasses $79.50 1 $79.50
Single-Vision (full time wear) Package A - Clear Polycarbonate Lenses $19.50 1 $19.50
Anti-Relective Coating $24.95 1 $24.95
Subtotal $123.95
----------------------------------------------------
Bendable Titanium Semi-Rimless 7 Bendable Titanium Eyeglasses $79.50 1 $79.50
Single-Vision (full time wear) Package XC - Drivewear(R) Transitions(R) Polarized $108.50 1 $108.50
Subtotal $188.00
----------------------------------------------------
Unfortunately, workmanship is far from perfect on both pairs. It's like person assembling glasses was blind himself. How can someone doing this type of work for living ship glasses in this condition is beyond me. Mind you these were NOT $39 glasses, both pairs cost me $280 and I expected alot better workmanship than what you going to see below (click to enlarge)

http://i037.radikal.ru/0806/2d/595119c5da30t.jpg (http://radikal.ru/F/i037.radikal.ru/0806/2d/595119c5da30.jpg.html) http://i054.radikal.ru/0806/b5/3f935aec59dat.jpg (http://radikal.ru/F/i054.radikal.ru/0806/b5/3f935aec59da.jpg.html) http://i007.radikal.ru/0806/bc/d2cfc792399ct.jpg (http://radikal.ru/F/i007.radikal.ru/0806/bc/d2cfc792399c.jpg.html) http://i033.radikal.ru/0806/e4/448e2f5821ebt.jpg (http://radikal.ru/F/i033.radikal.ru/0806/e4/448e2f5821eb.jpg.html)

As you can see gaps between lenses and frames are just way to big.
I sent e-mail to see what can be done. Did anyone have similar problems and what can I expect as a resolution?

[J-Wo]

optical4less.com NOt sure if this was posted... free shipping when you spend 35$ plus use coupon code: glassyeyes to save 10%
Are you sure about the free shipping? I'm using that coupon code to save 10% off a pair of sunglasses that cost $37 before shipping, but when I go to checkout I still get charged $8 for shipping. The front page does advertise free shipping when you buy more than one pair of eyeglasses though.

[dyangu]

I got a pair of photocromic glasses from Goggles4u a few days ago. They're definitely not Transition(R) quality - they stay slightly tinted hours after going in doors. I would say they're half way between sunglasses and transition, so be ware if you're getting it.
I guess I won't complain too much since it was an extra $8 and I'll just pretend that I got a permanent 10% fashion tint :)

[rothmaniac]

Well, I am amazed.
I ordered glasses off the internet, that is really the last frontier for me. I ordered 2 pairs from Zenni Optical (one for home, one for work). Decided to get 2 different frames. Total, shipped directly to me for 2 pairs of glasses $37. I used to spend more per month on contacts. 10 days later they came. I have tried them on, and although they are not perfect (I am really picky about things like eye wear), they are 100% good enough. They do feel a little cheaper then other glasses that I have bought, but not so bad. I only need them for distance, so I haven't tested them out. I'll write a more thorough review in about a month.
Anyways, for anybody who is thinking about it, just do it. It was really cheap. Zenni optical combines shipping, so get a friend in, order 2 pairs!

[da1daonlyone]

http://www.optical4less.com/glasses/semirimless/hr035/main1_500.jpg

Nosepad-less glasses. I ordered this from optical4less and there good except for the fact they are made from a weak material. Does anyone know of other online retailers that sell nose-pad less frames? or make custom frames? I tired zenni but i couldn't find anything in my search.

[konfusion666]

How long does it take to receive glasses from Goggles4U (in terms of calendar days).

Ordered 7 days ago... still nothing. The only email update is the original one from CCNOW.

[sterdeus]

How long does it take to receive glasses from Goggles4U (in terms of calendar days).

Ordered 7 days ago... still nothing. The only email update is the original one from CCNOW.

They come from Pakistan, so 7 days would be a little too soon to expect them.

I've ordered in the past and it took about 3 weeks. I just ordered another pair on June 7 and received them on June 23.

[tas69]

How long does it take to receive glasses from Goggles4U (in terms of calendar days).

Ordered 7 days ago... still nothing. The only email update is the original one from CCNOW.

I think it takes about 10 days (I had ordered from Vancouver) to get here. Then it spends quality Customs time and for me it was about another 10 days.

[spazzamatic]

i got my glasses from costco..

[HowEver]

i got my glasses from costco..

Here's a cookie.

Did they cost more than $30?

[jto]

I am planning to get a new pair of glasses and came across this...

http://www.eyewearmagic.com/

It has some nice frame at 12 bucks.

Does anyone has experience with this before? quality of frame?

[konfusion666]

They come from Pakistan, so 7 days would be a little too soon to expect them.

I've ordered in the past and it took about 3 weeks. I just ordered another pair on June 7 and received them on June 23.

OK. I was just expecting better email updates from them, that's all.

[stickmanx]

Has anyone tried Great Glasses on Front and Jarvis?? Their ads say 3 for 1.
http://www.greatglasses.ca

[HowEver]

Has anyone tried Great Glasses on Front and Jarvis?? Their ads say 3 for 1.
http://www.greatglasses.ca

Do the glasses there cost more than $30 or $90?

[canabiz]

Here's a cookie.

Did they cost more than $30?

They sure did, I went to a Costco in Ottawa yesterday and a good-looking frame is $139.99 and for my prescription, 1.67 High-index will set me back $189 while 1.72 high-index will be $229

The usual anti-scratch etc applies

So basically you are looking at something well over $300 if you were to buy a decent pair of prescription glasses at Costco.

I am still considering these online shops, haven't pulled the trigger yet but I think I'll go with them for some cheapo pairs

[HowEver]

I was just wondering what your point was. Everybody knows local/Costco will cost more, and you'll get inexpensive but perhaps workable glasses from these online sources. Common sense and 2400+ posts before yours demonstrate this point.

They sure did, I went to a Costco in Ottawa yesterday and a good-looking frame is $139.99 and for my prescription, 1.67 High-index will set me back $189 while 1.72 high-index will be $229

The usual anti-scratch etc applies

So basically you are looking at something well over $300 if you were to buy a decent pair of prescription glasses at Costco.

I am still considering these online shops, haven't pulled the trigger yet but I think I'll go with them for some cheapo pairs

[FONE]

Ordered from Goggles4U, and when they arrived, the glasses were WAY TOO SMALL! I've sent them an email, and we'll see if they can correct it.

Will keep everyone posted.

NOTE: The package came wrapped up in this burlap material that looked REALLY shady... LoL.

[canabiz]

I was just wondering what your point was. Everybody knows local/Costco will cost more, and you'll get inexpensive but perhaps workable glasses from these online sources. Common sense and 2400+ posts before yours demonstrate this point.

Yeah my point is to re-iterate your point.

[belfour]

Ordered from Goggles4U, and when they arrived, the glasses were WAY TOO SMALL! I've sent them an email, and we'll see if they can correct it.

Will keep everyone posted.

NOTE: The package came wrapped up in this burlap material that looked REALLY shady... LoL.


did you order based on the size measurement? I'm thinking of trying it out but afraid the glasses would be too big.

[Lookcho]

did you order based on the size measurement? I'm thinking of trying it out but afraid the glasses would be too big.
I just fear the opposite :)

[spiralspirit]

take a pair you use already and measure them.

I've ordered three pair and haven't been surprised by any of them.

[yipes]

Like I mentioned in my last post, www.clearlycontacts.ca and www.coastalcontacts.com sell glasses now, and they'll send you 4 pairs to try on beforehand (no shipping either way.) That solves the 'will these or won't these' fit problem. Plus you get 10% off everything if you use code HILARYS at the checkout. :)

[curls]

I am planning to get a new pair of glasses and came across this...

http://www.eyewearmagic.com/

It has some nice frame at 12 bucks.

Does anyone has experience with this before? quality of frame?

hmmmmm i see some I really like... I might try it - 53 buck with 1.61 lenses and shipping

[woodstock827]

on Zenni's website, there's a type of eyeglasses called "variable dimensions" frames... does it mean it will fit any face size? I can't really see from the pictures how they are "variable" though. any ideas?

[CingKrab]

on Zenni's website, there's a type of eyeglasses called "variable dimensions" frames... does it mean it will fit any face size? I can't really see from the pictures how they are "variable" though. any ideas?

It just means for that same style, they have other sizes available (shorter/longer lens width or frame width, etc.). Go to the variable dimension frame category and you'll see what I'm talking about.

[bk]

Just received my Goggles4u order (took about a week only, but I paid for the DHL Express shipping).

Something seems wrong however... anything beyond maybe 5 feet or so, it seems like the object is splitting off in to two. Not so off that I see two-headed hydras all over the place, but just enough that I can feel my eyes trying to compensate for it, and text is really hard to read.

Is this a problem with maybe the type of lens I chose (highest index plastic), the shape (rectangular, pretty short in height for each lens) combined with my -600 eyes, or either the wrong prescription or pupillary distance?

I hoped it may have just been me getting used to the new prescription, but it's been 3 days and the problem is still there.

[CingKrab]

Just received my Goggles4u order (took about a week only, but I paid for the DHL Express shipping).

Something seems wrong however... anything beyond maybe 5 feet or so, it seems like the object is splitting off in to two. Not so off that I see two-headed hydras all over the place, but just enough that I can feel my eyes trying to compensate for it, and text is really hard to read.

Is this a problem with maybe the type of lens I chose (highest index plastic), the shape (rectangular, pretty short in height for each lens) combined with my -600 eyes, or either the wrong prescription or pupillary distance?

I hoped it may have just been me getting used to the new prescription, but it's been 3 days and the problem is still there.

Don't think the high-index lens (I've used 1.67 and 1.74 index lenses with no issues) or shape would have anything to do with this. I would bring the glasses into a local shop (or to your optometrist) ASAP to check the prescription.

[teeheehee]

Don't think the high-index lens (I've used 1.67 and 1.74 index lenses with no issues) or shape would have anything to do with this. I would bring the glasses into a local shop (or to your optometrist) ASAP to check the prescription.

Yea, I would say always bring your glasses to the optician before even wearing them! Cuz you never know.....cuz all glasses need to fit your face and not standard faces lol

[bk]

okay... still haven't had a chance to have my eyeglasses tested by a professional... but there's something else definitely wrong... I'm getting a prism 3D effect of some sort, where Red and some other colours seem "closer" than Blues and Greens (like the old Valiant Vision comic books)
Noticed it when I looked at this box of christmas cards I had around:
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/516MR5YZMRL._SS500_.jpg
The blue dog and green trees actually seem further back than the dog's yellow eyes and the red background :(

[felix2000]

I've been watching this thread for a while and would like to pick a pair of glasses. I was looking at one of the sites a couple weeks ago and stumbled on an area were you can choose the exact details of your glasses the width, height, bridge, lens shape etc... but for the life of me I can't find it again. Anyone know which site that was at?

[senritsu]

I've been watching this thread for a while and would like to pick a pair of glasses. I was looking at one of the sites a couple weeks ago and stumbled on an area were you can choose the exact details of your glasses the width, height, bridge, lens shape etc... but for the life of me I can't find it again. Anyone know which site that was at?

zennioptical has a couple of frames that are completely customizable i believe..

i ordered 2 pairs from them and prescription and build quality were excellent. price is great and quality of frame/lense is good as well.

[mok86]

ordered from goggles4u on june 14th... i have received nothing yet

[legend]

I am planning to get a new pair of glasses and came across this...

http://www.eyewearmagic.com/

It has some nice frame at 12 bucks.

Does anyone has experience with this before? quality of frame?


I've purchased 2 pair of glasses from them before and in my opinion they've excellent service and not to mention the fast shipping too (I remember the shipping was $8 bucks for my 2 pairs). The prescriptions are exactly correct and I'll definitely purchase from them again!

[Ray]

I've purchased 2 pair of glasses from them before and in my opinion they've excellent service and not to mention the fast shipping too (I remember the shipping was $8 bucks for my 2 pairs). The prescriptions are exactly correct and I'll definitely purchase from them again!

Thanks, I'm also planning on buying new glasses and have just looked at the eyewearmagic site. There seems to be some nice looking frames and the site looks different than others. May try ordering one to test out the quality.

[edbert]

Hi I ordered a pair from Zenni and am pretty pleased. Probably mainly because I am using a prescription which is out of date, and the new ones are fabulously clear :)

I decided to order a pretty tame pair, and they turned out to be a bit big for my face...but for $39 I can see again.

Ordered on June 28th, and they arrived July 11th, exactly 2 weeks later. There was even an error which occurred on the website, which they emailed me about immediately after I placed my order.
One annoying thing is that they don't have a good way of tracking your order. You place your order, and you get a receipt. Then you get a shipping notice in the email and then it arrives...that's it.

Now, the one drawback is I have to get them adjusted to my face. Currently they don't fit so great because the arms are too tightly bent. Does anybody know how they got theirs adjusted? I assume that most stores won't be thrilled to adjust them for us.

Thanks all!

[darkkith]

Does anybody know how they got theirs adjusted? I assume that most stores won't be thrilled to adjust them for us.


I've walked into a random eye place and asked the persons there if they could adjust my glasses before and without problem.. they didn't ask if they were bought from them or not... I've also walked into a shoppers and got them to dig through their screw's to find a replacement screw for a pair of glasses i bought overseas.. again.. they didn't ask where i purchased..

i imagine if you are nice and they are not to busy they will have no problems helping you out.

otherwise, at home, you can probably boil some water and the steam will help you shape the frame (if they are plastic)

[teeheehee]

Thanks, I'm also planning on buying new glasses and have just looked at the eyewearmagic site. There seems to be some nice looking frames and the site looks different than others. May try ordering one to test out the quality.

Yea, I've gotten glasses from them before, they're actually less expensive than Zenni's, who I've also got glasses from. Quality of both are pretty good, but I found www.eyewearmagic.com actually asnwered my e-mails when I had problem....intead of just ignoring me like Zenni did :P so meh!

to anyone readin this...don't buy at retailers anymore!1

[iceprince]

After reading many psts i'm gonna try out EyewearMagic glasses. They are locally and better for anyone in Canada to order from since shipping should be fast and as well if you need to return your shipment it doesnt cost as much. I will post as soon as I place my order and recieved my pairs

Thanks

[SirAlain]

The blue dog and green trees actually seem further back than the dog's yellow eyes and the red background :(
Warm colors ARE supposed to appear closer, cool ones recede.

[kwokinator]

Question, where do I find a place to get the $50-75 eye exam?

I need my prescription updated, and the only place I know that does eye exams (other than an optical store) is the Vision department at Wal-Mart, which last I asked charges like 100-something.

Thanks.

[queenofhearts]

Question, where do I find a place to get the $50-75 eye exam?

I need my prescription updated, and the only place I know that does eye exams (other than an optical store) is the Vision department at Wal-Mart, which last I asked charges like 100-something.

Thanks.

Some costco's have eye exams for 60 bucks.

[OverDriveAdamJ]

Question, where do I find a place to get the $50-75 eye exam?

I need my prescription updated, and the only place I know that does eye exams (other than an optical store) is the Vision department at Wal-Mart, which last I asked charges like 100-something.

Thanks.
Square one has an optomatrist's office on the lower floor by Shoppers Drugmart.

They charge 60 and they're good.

[krs]

Frame size measurements???

http://eyewearmagic.com/images/general/measure_img.gif


Does anyone know for sure where the lens width is measured?
Is it across the widest part of the lens or just across the centre of the lens?

Also, on eyewearmagic I don't see any measurements for the lens height (same question where it is measured).
Zenni, where I got my first glasses, do show the height for each pair and the typical weight. Good thing to have when you buy lenses unseen over the net.

[xcel]

Square one has an optomatrist's office on the lower floor by Shoppers Drugmart.

They charge 60 and they're good.

They have increased the charge to $70 and I agree with you that they are good.

[duster]

Yea, I would say always bring your glasses to the optician before even wearing them! Cuz you never know.....cuz all glasses need to fit your face and not standard faces lol

:arrowd:

My advice is different: wear them ASAP and IF AND ONLY IF you feel weird (headache, visual deformation, blurring effect, etc.) wearing them, bring them to an optician.

Trust me, if your prescription is wrong or something, you'll notice it really quick.

And don't worry, wearing glasses with wrong prescription of some sort will give you a big headache way before "scraping your eyes".

But if your optician do it for free and you have no problem to ask him/her to verify glasses bought elsewhere, why not?!

But wearing "bad" glasses definetly won't perm scrap your eyes or something. It's an urban legend.

[krs]

:
But wearing "bad" glasses definetly won't perm scrap your eyes or something. It's an urban legend.

Did someone actually say that?
"Scrap your eyes"...whatever that means?

I'm going to have mine checked next week by the optometrist. Not that I have a problem, but to see how good Zenni was in making the glasses per the spec I requested and to double check the PD measurement which was not on the prescription.

The prices Canadian Opticians and stores charge for glasses are absolutely ridiculous. There should be a law against gouging the customers.

[krs]

Does anyone know if any of these on-line places would just replace the lenses in existing frames?

[duster]

Did someone actually say that?
"Scrap your eyes"...whatever that means?

I'm going to have mine checked next week by the optometrist. Not that I have a problem, but to see how good Zenni was in making the glasses per the spec I requested and to double check the PD measurement which was not on the prescription.

The prices Canadian Opticians and stores charge for glasses are absolutely ridiculous. There should be a law against gouging the customers.

I said this because some members said "have them verified by an optician ASAP" or "ask an optician to verify them BEFORE wearing them".

It just sound like an emergency so I concluded that they thought that wearing bad glasses will hurt their eyes or something.

[hiltzman]

Like I mentioned in my last post, www.clearlycontacts.ca and www.coastalcontacts.com sell glasses now, and they'll send you 4 pairs to try on beforehand (no shipping either way.) That solves the 'will these or won't these' fit problem. Plus you get 10% off everything if you use code HILARYS at the checkout. :)

I went for this option as I wanted to try on the frames before I bought them.

I filled out the trial pack order online, two days later it arrived via Xpresspost. I picked the one I liked, filled out the enclosed order form, resealed the pack with the enclosed prepaid shipping label, and sent it back.

Three days later I had an email confirmation of my order, then two days after that an email to confirm shipping with a tracking number and and two days after that the FedEx package was setting at my door when I arrived home. Just over a week for the whole process.

Total cost was ~$82...glasses are well built, fit nicely, and no headaches.

Thumbs up for ClearlyContacts!

[krs]

Being able to try on the frames beforehand is really a nice touch, but clearly contacts is focusing on a different market.
I tried to price out the same glasses I already received from Zenni - the price would be at least $100.- more.
Grant you - you get a frame with a designer name on it - but that's not worth more than $100.- to me.
It would be nice if clearly (and some of the others) included the basic frame dimensions on their summary selection page. This would save a lot of time picking out the right frames.

[xsf]

Googles4u sent me an email with a coupon code for 20% off for the next 72 hours. Anyone about to order is welcome to try the coupon code. Not sure if this works. I haven't tried it and don't need it, but I thought someone might benefit from it:

www.Goggles4u.com Your last chance to avail 20% instant discount will expire in next 72 hours. Simply put Discount Code "BigSale" while checkout to avail this amazing limited time discount. Select Your Frame from our wide range of over 2500 frames. If you need your prescripion or other details from your old order, contact us at www.goggles4u.com/contact.asp

[wheezee]

After reading many psts i'm gonna try out EyewearMagic glasses. They are locally and better for anyone in Canada to order from since shipping should be fast and as well if you need to return your shipment it doesnt cost as much. I will post as soon as I place my order and recieved my pairs

Thanks

Same here, just picked up a pair for $47US + $8US shipping + Paypal conversion. Will likewise post a review once they arrive. Fingers crossed!!

[iceprince]

Anyone know whats a nice tint color? I was looking for black tinted but it had no option for that I only see blue, brown, gray, green, and purple.

[duster]

Anyone know whats a nice tint color? I was looking for black tinted but it had no option for that I only see blue, brown, gray, green, and purple.

Black tinted?!

No problem...buy a spray can of Tremclad!

;)

Don't you think that grey is some kind of transparent/light black?

I mean...as long as it's not solid, black looks like...grey.

No?!

[iceprince]

Let me revise my question whats a nice tint color for prescreption glasses? and the tint helps with UVA sun protection right?

[skanji]

Let me revise my question whats a nice tint color for prescreption glasses? and the tint helps with UVA sun protection right?

If you choose grey/black, do NOT get 100%...it's way too dark. I suggest 80% if you are looking for a good pair of sunglasses for regular use.

[iceprince]

If you choose grey/black, do NOT get 100%...it's way too dark. I suggest 80% if you are looking for a good pair of sunglasses for regular use.

Thanks, for the Grey im thinking about getting it 75% gradient-tinting, in which colour gradually fades from top to bottom. and 50% blue tint for another pair i hope these turn out good and are wearable

[xcel]

1. Do Goggles4u provide UV coating on tinted lenses (regular prescription sunglasses - not Photocromic one)?

2. Any experience with their High Index Glass Material vs CR39 material?

[intelmic]

Anyone knows a good site for prescription aviator-style sunglasses?

Googles4u is a pain to search in.
Eyewearmagic don't have any.



Btw, my Zenni optical rimless glasses start to have some small dots in the glass... looks like the coating is going off.

[iceprince]

Anyone know if theres a big difference between CYL -2.25 to CYL -2.00???

My prescription has the -2.25 it seems everywhere is charging extra for it so im wondering if -2.00 is it a big difference?

Thanks

[DBM]

Anyone knows a good site for prescription aviator-style sunglasses?

Googles4u is a pain to search in.
Eyewearmagic don't have any.



Btw, my Zenni optical rimless glasses start to have some small dots in the glass... looks like the coating is going off.

I'd like to know as well...

[Cryton]

Anyone know if theres a big difference between CYL -2.25 to CYL -2.00???

My prescription has the -2.25 it seems everywhere is charging extra for it so im wondering if -2.00 is it a big difference?

Thanks

Don't quote me on this but I believe anything from +2.00 to -2.00 is considered a 'mild' prescription. Beyond that is 'moderate' prescription. That could be why!

[Thundercloud]

Anyone bought photochromic glasses from eyewearmagic? How is it? Does it change quickly?

[Tinku]

Anyone bought photochromic glasses from eyewearmagic? How is it? Does it change quickly?

I would like to know too, for 30$ extra I dont mind if the quality is good.

[mok86]

its now been 5 weeks for my goggles4u order :\

[iceprince]

Has anyone ever ordered from Googles4u's sister site?

http://www.geteyeglasses.com/index.asp

Frames going at $7US Everything is the same layout as their own site and this was posted awhile back in this thread. I have not seen a review on them so anyone can give me one that'll be great.

Thanks

[ShaTR]

Anyone know if theres a big difference between CYL -2.25 to CYL -2.00???

My prescription has the -2.25 it seems everywhere is charging extra for it so im wondering if -2.00 is it a big difference?

Thanks



CYL is a measurement for astigmatism. -2.25 is pretty high.

I have a -1 cylinder, so they don't charge me any extra. For my contacts, i never use toric. sometimes aspheric tho, but i don't see much of a difference.

I'm pretty sure you can get away with a perscription for a -2 cylinder without causing any discomfort. cylinder doesn't seem like an exact science to me anyways.

[krobin]

its now been 5 weeks for my goggles4u order :\


I guess I have a long wait ahead of me. I ordered mine on July 5 and I need new ones bad. (puppy snatched them off the headboard and chewed them and they are beyond scratched)

[louisn]

About 5 weeks and a half I got the glasses. Besides that the quality of the glasses and general comfort is extremely high for this price range. If i were to order online again I would probably use another site listed here that ships faster. It's very unsatisfying waiting for something you need.

[ShaTR]

zenni FTW. came fast, cheap, good quality, lens's are perfect, tint is just right.

[iceprince]

How long does a typical Zenni of glasses shipment come in?

[mok86]

About 5 weeks and a half I got the glasses. Besides that the quality of the glasses and general comfort is extremely high for this price range. If i were to order online again I would probably use another site listed here that ships faster. It's very unsatisfying waiting for something you need.


i guess there is still hope for me :D

[wiebecj]

I'd like to know as well...

You guys want aviators? I have these ones :

http://zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=518&cat=20&page=1

with a 100% grey tint. Very nice, they look really good, and fit nice (and are cheap!)

There are also these ones (wider frame)

http://zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=473&cat=20&page=1

[Random_Hero]

You guys want aviators? I have these ones :

http://zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=518&cat=20&page=1

with a 100% grey tint. Very nice, they look really good, and fit nice (and are cheap!)

There are also these ones (wider frame)

http://zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=473&cat=20&page=1

Both of these are extremely small and not well suited for most adults. I seriously thought they had shipped me a childs size frame when I received it.

[wiebecj]

Both of these are extremely small and not well suited for most adults. I seriously thought they had shipped me a childs size frame when I received it.

I disagree! The smaller frame fit my face perfectly! 143mm is a very wide frame.. I'm not sure how big you would want, but these are quite big.

Maybe you did ship you a childs frame (or make a mistake) ? But neither of these are small frames at all.

[ShaTR]

How long does a typical Zenni of glasses shipment come in?

got mine in just over a week

[xcel]

I got mine today (after 15 days from order date) from Goggle4u :)

[yipes]

Anyone know if theres a big difference between CYL -2.25 to CYL -2.00???

My prescription has the -2.25 it seems everywhere is charging extra for it so im wondering if -2.00 is it a big difference?

Thanks


Just checked Clearly again and they don't appear to charge extra for the higher cylinders. How much extra are the others charging?

[iceprince]

Just checked Clearly again and they don't appear to charge extra for the higher cylinders. How much extra are the others charging?


Zenni is $9.00
Goggles 4u: $5.00 bringing the base price up to $30.99
Eyewear Magic: $20

I'm checking out clearly glasses and none of them has any interest to me because of the price range the cheapest i see is $38 for Kam Dhillion ones when have a huge arm of 143.

I'll probably buy from Zenni because of the faster shipping times many people have commented on but then again goggles4u seems a better choice because of free tinting and the glasses are higher quality....

[konacho]

I got this special pair
Very nice graphic in the arm:)

http://img.opticalchic.com/images/09/05/09Z00005ATC236C1_2.jpg

[krobin]

got my glasses from goggles4u great for $25....shipping time 16 days or 12 business days

[rf134a]

I got my glasses from eyewearmagic, and here are my first impressions:
1. Great quality. Far superior to goggles4u.
2. It came with a chocolate covered donut phone charm in a little purple bag. :?: :confused:
3. It came with a little silver eyeglass screwdriver key chain in a little purple bag.
4. The glasses came wrapped in a cleaning cloth and a custom plastic case.
5. The tints and photochromic could only be applied to the 1.56 lenses. The thickness is almost double the 1.67 I usually order. If goggles4u can tint a $40 1.71 mineral glass lens, I don't see why eyewearmagic can't tint a 1.67 lens. Their website allows you the option to tint the 1.61 lens but customer service says that they can only tint the 1.56.

[toughcalls]

Thanks for the info ,

ordered a pair of $8.00 + $6.95 shipping glasses from Zenni optical .They arrived 8 days after I ordered them and they look as good as the $250.00 pair I bought from Lens Crafters 3 years ago.


Thanks RFD

[mok86]

still waiting on goggles4u... nearly 6 weeks this saturday.....

[krs]

I went to my eye doctor today to have him check the accuracy of the prescription of the glasses I got from Zenni.
He tells me the prescription is very good to dead on. Apparently the instruments they use to determine the prescription of existing glasses also have a bit of a tolerance - one can check the same glasses several times and get a slightly different reading each time.

So to summarize my Zenni experience:
Quality of lenses and frames very good
Workmanship also very good
Prescription very good to dead on.
I don't think a local optician would have done any better even at ten times the price.

Only (slight) complaint I have is that they didn't have a frame I really liked.

Question: Anyone have any experience with graduated bi-focals?
Not so much the quality from these suppliers but how difficult (or easy) is it to get used to them?

[mok86]

definitely will order from zenni next time around...

[Moocha]

Mine were shipped from goggles4u on the 4th.. its been 20 days =/ They told me it would take 4 weeks max so I shall wait it out for a bit

[dyangu]

I got my glasses from eyewearmagic, and here are my first impressions:
1. Great quality. Far superior to goggles4u.
2. It came with a chocolate covered donut phone charm in a little purple bag. :?: :confused:
3. It came with a little silver eyeglass screwdriver key chain in a little purple bag.
4. The glasses came wrapped in a cleaning cloth and a custom plastic case.
5. The tints and photochromic could only be applied to the 1.56 lenses. The thickness is almost double the 1.67 I usually order. If goggles4u can tint a $40 1.71 mineral glass lens, I don't see why eyewearmagic can't tint a 1.67 lens. Their website allows you the option to tint the 1.61 lens but customer service says that they can only tint the 1.56.

How was the photochromic coating from eyewearmagic? Does it turn dark and back again quickly? I've been considering eyewearmagic for a few days now but have been waiting for some reviews from people who ordered.

[mrG]

I got two pairs from Zenni. Have to say, I am very impressed. Kind of expected at least some problems because of the price, but I love the build, the frames, and everything was dead on. Took 13 days from my order before they arrived.

[nacho113]

Has anyone ever ordered from Googles4u's sister site?

http://www.geteyeglasses.com/index.asp

Frames going at $7US Everything is the same layout as their own site and this was posted awhile back in this thread. I have not seen a review on them so anyone can give me one that'll be great.

Thanks

I've ordered from these guys before, quality is the same as goggles4u (suspect they are all made in the same factory). They have a few different frames from goggles4u, also some $7 frames and some designer frames($40-$129).
The lens options are the same price except they offer a free lens option without the multicoating so you could get a cheap pair of glasses for $7 + $5 shipping. Watch out for this free lens though as it doesn't have the Antiglare or UV coating. I ordered a pair of sunglasses from them (free tinting) with the free lenses, but found out afterwards that these free lenses don't have any UV coating so I just threw these sunglasses away. (kinda silly selling sunglasses without UV protection if you ask me). If you buy the $13 lenses , you get the multicoating (UV, antiglare, antiscratch etc)

If you are looking at a $7 pair, you don't actually save much over goggles4u as geteyeglasses charges $5 for shipping. Goggles4u charges $12.99 for the frame and free shipping.

[curls]

I tried out Clearly Contacts - Trial pack - the 4 pair came like the next day, so i was super impressed. Unfortunately none of the glasses were that great and I ended up sending them all pack :(

I found some oakley's in store that I love, so i'm planning on ordering from either
http://www.smartbuyglasses.ca or
http://www.framesdirect.com/

Anyone use them? (yes i know they will be 250 - 350, but my quote in stores have been 700-800)

[Moocha]

Well I got mine today from goggles4u everything is amazing they fit perfectly and look better than I thought they would. However one temple grip thingy is loose. oh well

[maxleung]

I ordered a pair of glasses from eyewearmagic.com - I'm not satisfied at all - the left lens has a lot of distortion unless I look directly ahead. :(

Also, I don't know how thick the lenses are supposed to be, but they are easily double the thickness of my other glasses, which are index 1.6. I ordered the CR39 (1.6) index lenses from eyewearmagic.

The frame I chose has paint coming off at the left arm joint and some paint missing from the nosepad joint, but that is pretty minor.

Basically these glasses are terrible for me - everything goes fuzzy if I move my eyes around.

The optical4less glasses I have are much better. And are half the thickness.

BTW, my prescription is around -3 on both eyes, with astigmatism.

[Thundercloud]

I ordered a pair of glasses from eyewearmagic.com - I'm not satisfied at all - the left lens has a lot of distortion unless I look directly ahead. :(

Also, I don't know how thick the lenses are supposed to be, but they are easily double the thickness of my other glasses, which are index 1.6. I ordered the CR39 (1.6) index lenses from eyewearmagic.

The frame I chose has paint coming off at the left arm joint and some paint missing from the nosepad joint, but that is pretty minor.

Basically these glasses are terrible for me - everything goes fuzzy if I move my eyes around.

The optical4less glasses I have are much better. And are half the thickness.

BTW, my prescription is around -3 on both eyes, with astigmatism.Have you tried complaining to them about it? Maybe they grabbed the wrong left lens when they made yours.

[Thrasher]

I would like to order perscription sunglasses from goggles4U, but I do not know what to select in terms of tint and intensity. I would like to have the standard sunglass tint that you can find on most sunglasses. Should I select the black or grey tint? And what should the tint intensity be?

[VelociRacer]

I think having black and gray tint is confusing. If it helps, I went with 100% gray and it is perfect. The equivalent is 80% black.

[maxleung]

Thundercloud: Yeah I left them a message. Hopefully they'll get back to me.

I think they got the prescription right, but didn't finish grinding the glasses. The center is perfect, but any movement of my left eye to the left or right by about 45 degrees becomes fuzzy/distorted.

Otherwise it's not bad - I like the selection of styles at eyewearmagic.com.

BTW, the best glasses I've bought are from Parker Optical in Richmond, BC. $200 for very thin glasses with perfect optics - the antiglare is so good I can't even see the reflection of my eyes during a sunny day!

But I need a backup lens so... :D

[iceprince]

Just received my order from clearlycontacts.ca I bought the Kam Dhillion ones for $38. The quality is amazing and the lens prescription is dead on right. Some problems tho, the front part of the frames are a bit too big making the rectangular lenses huge. I guess i'm returning these and getting some other frames from them. I like how its located right here in Canada and its fast shipping. They need for $38 or less glasses tho since i only see one pair in the range.

[SiuBun]

Got a coupon code for www.Optical4less.com

Get 10% off on orders over USD50. Use the code word "Maples" or click the following link.


http://www.optical4less.com/?coupon=maples

[Noobzilla]

I just had an eye exam that started with an optician testing me with an autorefractor. I was then passed on to the optometrist for the rest of the exam. I asked her about buying glasses online, and she said "it's not recommended; how would you measure your pupil distance?"

They then proceeded to try to sell me glasses.

Didn't the autorefractor record my pupil distance? Were they purposely withholding information from me?

My prescription indicates everything except the PD.

[iceprince]

I just had an eye exam that started with an optician testing me with an autorefractor. I was then passed on to the optometrist for the rest of the exam. I asked her about buying glasses online, and she said "it's not recommended; how would you measure your pupil distance?"

They then proceeded to try to sell me glasses.

Didn't the autorefractor record my pupil distance? Were they purposely withholding information from me?

My prescription indicates everything except the PD.


Same here. I asked the optometrist if I could get my PD measured and she was offended some how she told me that she doesn't do it and to go the optical store and the optician will do it for you when your buying glasses. I told her I wanted to buy online and she gave me this weird look. Told me several times that buying online isnt good and its a waste of money. I told her its a chance i'm willing to take can you please measure my PD now I am paying for my eye exam you know??? She then advised me to go to the optican because the eye exam doesnt include PD measurement. Iwas kinda pissed off and just left she urged me and kept on insisting that I check out the next door optical store.I was like no thanks and left.....

I just went to another regular optical store best one is to go the ones at Pacific Mall and don't just get it measured at one place, go to a few places to make sure the number is right. It was fast and easy they just out this insturment on my eyes and got them measured and easy 20 seconds.

[krs]

I just went to another regular optical store best one is to go the ones at Pacific Mall and don't just get it measured at one place, go to a few places to make sure the number is right. It was fast and easy they just out this insturment on my eyes and got them measured and easy 20 seconds.

How do you get an optical store to measure the PD and give you the value if you don't buy your glasses there?

There is a little game being played here because the optical business seems to be a gigantic consumer rip-off. This is pretty obvious if you look at the prices of glasses on line vs the price in Ontario stores.
It's difficult to compare prices of frames unless you find identical ones which is next to impossible, but the lenses themselves????
I just got a quote from Walmart (simply because I was walking right past the place); their frames ranged from $29.- to 179.- so I thought the glasses would be more reasonable than the Optical stores.
But then he quoted me $195.- for the lenses plus another $95.- for the coating. These were 1.6 index lenses.
1.67 index progressive lenses were going to be $469.- (including coating).
These are just lens prices - frame is in addition.
If you look at the size of the optical stores in the mall - at least here - their square footage is huge; there is practical a dance floor in the centre and their monthly rental bill is huge as well. We pay for all of this unnecessary space when we buy glasses there.

From what I found out, years ago, the optometrist did measure PD using a ruler - basically the way described by these on-line places. Then the optical stores bought that fancy gadget to measure PD and the optometrist no longer measures PD - the whole idea in my mind was to prevent the customer of getting glasses elsewhere.
Interestingly enough, at least on my prescriptions, there is a space on the prescription form for the PD so one could argue that the prescription is not complete without the PD - at least for glasses - you don't need PD for contacts.
I also found out that in many states in the US and in Europe, the PD measurement is part of the prescription.
Something sure doesn't sound kosher here but I'm not quite sure how to pursue this further.

[samuelkyl]

Well, I found out I got lucky, because on my prescription, I got my PD value. The optometrist was thinking that I would go and buy the glasses after the eye exam, so he sent me to their next door store. When I got there, I said I was in a rush and just left =P.
I didn't know why I had that PD value on my prescription when all my older ones didn't, so after a bit of thinking, there it is for me!

Btw, I ordered a pair of glasses from googles4u, and I'll post my experience here later..

[krs]

How did the optometrist measure the PD value?
With just a ruler or did he have a specific instrument?

One pays for an eye examen in Ontario, around $70 to $85.-

I think I should get a complete examen for the money which includes the PD. Maybe if more people demand that the PD value be included, or don't go to an optometrist who doesn't measure and include that on the prescription - things may change eventually.

[iceprince]

How do you get an optical store to measure the PD and give you the value if you don't buy your glasses there?

There is a little game being played here because the optical business seems to be a gigantic consumer rip-off. This is pretty obvious if you look at the prices of glasses on line vs the price in Ontario stores.
It's difficult to compare prices of frames unless you find identical ones which is next to impossible, but the lenses themselves????
I just got a quote from Walmart (simply because I was walking right past the place); their frames ranged from $29.- to 179.- so I thought the glasses would be more reasonable than the Optical stores.
But then he quoted me $195.- for the lenses plus another $95.- for the coating. These were 1.6 index lenses.
1.67 index progressive lenses were going to be $469.- (including coating).
These are just lens prices - frame is in addition.
If you look at the size of the optical stores in the mall - at least here - their square footage is huge; there is practical a dance floor in the centre and their monthly rental bill is huge as well. We pay for all of this unnecessary space when we buy glasses there.

From what I found out, years ago, the optometrist did measure PD using a ruler - basically the way described by these on-line places. Then the optical stores bought that fancy gadget to measure PD and the optometrist no longer measures PD - the whole idea in my mind was to prevent the customer of getting glasses elsewhere.
Interestingly enough, at least on my prescriptions, there is a space on the prescription form for the PD so one could argue that the prescription is not complete without the PD - at least for glasses - you don't need PD for contacts.
I also found out that in many states in the US and in Europe, the PD measurement is part of the prescription.
Something sure doesn't sound kosher here but I'm not quite sure how to pursue this further.


Yes you can get your PD measured easily they put this mechanical device in front of your face and it measures it that way. Don't ask me what it looks like because i have no idea to explain you just go there and ask. Umm.. Actually yes if you not buying glasses they won'tdo it for you, thats why you PRETEND to buy a pair ask lots of questions and try on pairs then ask for PD checked, If thats too much work for you.you can always measure it yourself with a ruler

[beripari]

Umm.. Actually yes if you not buying glasses they won'tdo it for you, thats why you PRETEND to buy a pair ask lots of questions and try on pairs then ask for PD checked, If thats too much work for you.you can always measure it yourself with a ruler

Not true. When I took my son in for his eyetest, I asked his opthalmologist (she doesn't sell glasses) to check my PD. She told me to go next door to the optometrist & have it done & to tell her she sent me. So either she doesn't have the tool or its not a requirment in the eye exams - its probably ONLY needed for eyeglasses! The did it for me no problem! My eye surgeon doesn't measure PD either but the he also doesn't sell glasses!

[Danno2005]

Same here. I asked the optometrist if I could get my PD measured and she was offended some how she told me that she doesn't do it and to go the optical store and the optician will do it for you when your buying glasses. I told her I wanted to buy online and she gave me this weird look. Told me several times that buying online isnt good and its a waste of money. I told her its a chance i'm willing to take can you please measure my PD now I am paying for my eye exam you know??? She then advised me to go to the optican because the eye exam doesnt include PD measurement. Iwas kinda pissed off and just left she urged me and kept on insisting that I check out the next door optical store.I was like no thanks and left.....

I just went to another regular optical store best one is to go the ones at Pacific Mall and don't just get it measured at one place, go to a few places to make sure the number is right. It was fast and easy they just out this insturment on my eyes and got them measured and easy 20 seconds.

I had my eye exam in January. I made sure my optometrist measured my PD - no issues with the request. I mentioned at that time I would be buying my glasses online. He saw no problem with that and commented on not getting the highest index glass available - mid index would do the job. I was quite impressed with his attitude.
I bought my first set from zenni and was quite happy with the glasses. Ended up scratching a lens badly so bought a second set last month. Again, great service and delivered within 10 days.

[gfong]

Any comments on glassesonweb.com or alldesignerglasses.com they are a Canadian company based out of Maple Ontario and was curious if anyone have used them before? I know a few on here mentioned they were going to but they have not posted if they did or not! Thanks for th input.

[redrage]

Any comments on glassesonweb.com or alldesignerglasses.com they are a Canadian company based out of Maple Ontario and was curious if anyone have used them before? I know a few on here mentioned they were going to but they have not posted if they did or not! Thanks for th input.

Those two sites look oddly similar. The have different layouts but the content looks exactly the same. Also, isn't 716 area code for New York?

[krs]

Also, isn't 716 area code for New York?

Sure is.
I also found their way to select frames pretty primitive and the pricing is much higher than the other sites.

[xcel]

From what I found out, years ago, the optometrist did measure PD using a ruler - basically the way described by these on-line places.

Few weeks back I asked my optometrist to measure the PD and he measured with a ruler. Measurement was almost the same as I did it myself (as explained on these online websites).

[gfong]

Those two sites look oddly similar. The have different layouts but the content looks exactly the same. Also, isn't 716 area code for New York?

Yep, the area code is Buffalo but when you do a search the name is registered in Canada as a Canadian buisness. Prices are really good for sunglasses but not sure on the site.

[evil812]

ordered july 15 from googles4u and got them today... perftect glasses... surprised with the different package this time... came in a box like you would get with checks... came with extra screw and nose pads...

also this time was shipped from california instead of pakistan...i guess they are making the glasses in the states now...

[mok86]

the pair i ordered in june never arrived, after sending several emails, the told me that there's no point in waiting and they are sending me a second pair express shipped. here's hoping it comes.

[coriolis]

Anyone have Photochromics and find that their glasses are now 'browning' with a light brown/yellow tint instead of being clear? My first pair was from Goggles4u and it had that aftereffect after 6-7 months, I got another pair from Zenni and it's only been 3 months and now its 'yellowing'.

First time photochromic owner so I can't say if its supposed to be like this.

[rf134a]

Anyone have Photochromics and find that their glasses are now 'browning' with a light brown/yellow tint instead of being clear? My first pair was from Goggles4u and it had that aftereffect after 6-7 months, I got another pair from Zenni and it's only been 3 months and now its 'yellowing'.

First time photochromic owner so I can't say if its supposed to be like this.

I have a pair of 4 year old Essilor Transitions 4 that are still perfectly clear.

[rf134a]

How was the photochromic coating from eyewearmagic? Does it turn dark and back again quickly? I've been considering eyewearmagic for a few days now but have been waiting for some reviews from people who ordered.

The photochromic coating turns brown just as quickly as my Essilor Transitions V (1.67 with Crizal). Interestingly, they actually turn darker in the same amount of light than the Transitions. Changing back is slow so I didn't check. It seems to be on par with my 4-year old Essilor Transitions IV lenses but twice as thick. Good for a backup pair in the car.

[rothmaniac]

I have ordered from Zenni with great success. I want to order a pair of sunglasses, but I like my frames mirrored instead of tinted. Is that something that is possible? Do any of these places offer mirror tinted glasses?

[coriolis]

I have a pair of 4 year old Essilor Transitions 4 that are still perfectly clear.

http://img389.imageshack.us/img389/4092/08052008034dt3.th.jpg (http://img389.imageshack.us/my.php?image=08052008034dt3.jpg)

Boo, :( This is when it's been indoors for 5-6 hours.

[specifixs]

I have ordered from Zenni with great success. I want to order a pair of sunglasses, but I like my frames mirrored instead of tinted. Is that something that is possible? Do any of these places offer mirror tinted glasses?

Optical4less.com offers mirror coating for $39.

Read over on glassyeyes.com that Zenni's photochromatic lenses aren't that high quality thus the yellowing.

[one-cheap-guy]

ordered july 15 from googles4u and got them today... perftect glasses... surprised with the different package this time... came in a box like you would get with checks... came with extra screw and nose pads...

also this time was shipped from california instead of pakistan...i guess they are making the glasses in the states now...


Same here!

Ordered on July 15.

Shipped from Cerritos, CA on July 24.

Received August 6.

[Khrak]

Optical4less.com offers mirror coating for $39.

Read over on glassyeyes.com that Zenni's photochromatic lenses aren't that high quality thus the yellowing.

I don't know about yellowing because someone broke my Zenni photochromatics after a few months, but they are sloooowwww to change. It can literally take aminutes to change when you go inside. Completely eliminates the point of photochromatics when I need to change glasses to be able to see when I go inside.

[SiuBun]

Optical4less.com offers mirror coating for $39.

Read over on glassyeyes.com that Zenni's photochromatic lenses aren't that high quality thus the yellowing.



for www.optical4less.com, use this coupon code for discount or click on link:

Coupon code : maples
Discount : 10 % Off $ 50
Direct Coupon link : http://optical4less.com/?coupon=maples

[specifixs]

for www.optical4less.com, use this coupon code for discount or click on link:

Coupon code : maples
Discount : 10 % Off $ 50
Direct Coupon link : http://optical4less.com/?coupon=maples

Thanks. You can also use the code 'glassyeyes' for 10% off $24.

The only thing I don't like about Optical4Less is the anti-reflective coating will not be applied if you tint the lens. I guess I'll stick to Zenni for sunglasses; now if only they'll offer a Wayfarer like frame like O4L and a non clip-on polarization option then it'll be killer.

[aaaaaa]

CYL is a measurement for astigmatism. -2.25 is pretty high.

I have a -1 cylinder, so they don't charge me any extra. For my contacts, i never use toric. sometimes aspheric tho, but i don't see much of a difference.

I'm pretty sure you can get away with a perscription for a -2 cylinder without causing any discomfort. cylinder doesn't seem like an exact science to me anyways.
i got -2.21 on my prescription, but i ordered a -2, we'll see what it's like I guess. That said, how big of a difference does the PD make? Ya can't search for 2 letter words, so I'm not sure if that's been covered yet. Measuring with a ruler seems kinda flakey. Now I finally know what that dumb black thing with a light that the eye stores used was for though. I'd phone my glasses store but they'd prob be confused why i'd wanna know that. So if it's off by like 5mm is that gonna matter much?

[da1daonlyone]

so i have a bit of a problem. I ordered from optical4less and they came today. The right eye is fine and clear but the left eye is blurry. My left eye is strained but i can see fine with both. Heres the problem. I got my eyes check during the beginning of July and i waited awhile to order the glasses. During the exam it was hot and humid and i had to clean the lens in which the doctor checked my eyes every couple of secs. I'm going to check if the prescription is right on the lens is fine and if it is what do i do? Do i go back to the doctor and complain but what can he/I do regarding the prescription? do i have to have another eye test?

Edit 1: How and where do i get the prescription of the eyeglasses checked? Just go to the doctor and ask them to use the machine.

[batye]

this my (2) second order with zennioptical.com
fast email reply to conformation of the order
as I ordered some extra frames for my grandfather
Order date: 07-18-2008 10:57:21 PM
Shipment Status: Item Delivered on August 09, 2008
tracking number via email
fast order delivery
my wife love her eyeglasses with Photochromic + Progressive
I'm happy
my wife happy with good price
fast delivery
nice glasses
Total: $258.45 ( 4 pairs of eyeglasses and two frames) - from zennioptical.com
my local Walmart quoted me $900
4189 Full Rim Metal Alloy with Spring Hinge
2209 Plastic Fashion Full-Rim Frame
5834 Bendable (Memory) Titanium Full-Rim Frame with Sunlens
4189 Full Rim Metal Alloy with Spring Hinge.
3728 Rimless Hingeless Pure Titanium Frame.
3779 Rimless Pure Titanium Frame
for outside eyeglases I suggest tint 10% to 50%
for inside only tint 10%
or go for Photochromic - my wife love it

[maxleung]

Thundercloud: Yeah I left them a message. Hopefully they'll get back to me.

I think they got the prescription right, but didn't finish grinding the glasses. The center is perfect, but any movement of my left eye to the left or right by about 45 degrees becomes fuzzy/distorted.

Otherwise it's not bad - I like the selection of styles at eyewearmagic.com.

BTW, the best glasses I've bought are from Parker Optical in Richmond, BC. $200 for very thin glasses with perfect optics - the antiglare is so good I can't even see the reflection of my eyes during a sunny day!

But I need a backup lens so... :D

Followup: I took the eyewearmagic glasses to an optical store. They said the prescription was correct but that there is a prism-like effect on the left lens.

I sent the glasses back to eyewearmagic, and they said there wasn't such an effect so only offered me 50% refund. I'm not that happy about it but I'll accept it and not order anything from them until they figure out better quality control.

In the meantime, my optical4less.com rimless glasses arrived a couple of weeks ago and they are perfect! I'm really happy with them. No distortion!

So far me and my gf have ordered 4 or 5 pairs of glasses with them and they've been perfect every time.

I hope eyewearmagic gets up to their level (the 50% refund is nice!) soon - they have a nice selection of frames.

[curls]

Ok so i went with cheap and not cheap!

Eyewearmagic:
Ordered July 29, received Aug 15
Total cost $35 USD
Frame cost $12
I upgraded to the 1.61 (because i got plastic frames i didn't care about thickness) cost $18 (though on my bill it says $15)
Shipping - out of Markham - $8

the lenses are fine and the fit is fine... Not my favourite colour, but i was limited because i have a small nose - in all honesty they are about a million times better than i was expecting. the lenses aren't as good as frames direct, but 35 can't be beat!

Came with a hard case, cloth, screwdriver and suction cup toy.

I am very happy with my purchase and will order some sunglasses

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http://www.dropshots.com/curls#date/2008-08-15/09:20:24http://media5.dropshots.com/photos/99832/20080815/092024.jpg

[curls]

In addition i bought from framesdirect...

I REALLY liked some Oakley's in the store and i have 3rd party insurance, so i thought i'd try them out

I ordered the Oakley Coto 2.0 $192.00
1.67 lenses $99
Crizal Avance treatment $70
Shipping - out of Texas - charged $32.50 - on the box says $27.50

When it came i had to pay $18.50 - $10.50 GST (anyone know how to get that back? collected by Canada Border Services) and $8.00 Canada Post Handling fee.

The lenses are clear and sharp - the frames are a bit tight, but it's because their oakleys, so i'm just working on adjusting them, then they'll be perfect. Shipped in a fairly large box with a TON of bubble wrap and the oakley case, oakley soft cleaning cloth bag and a second cleaning cloth. Crizal Avance certificate and Crizal cleaning cloth (yes a LOT of cleaning cloths LOL)

Unfortunately i paid $50 in shipping costs! Ordered July 30, received Aug 13.

Instore quotes for the same was 750-800

Total cost 415 - I'll update when i get my insurance to pay :)

[jlovezj]

Ok I decided to order a pair of glasses from zenni, its been shipped out on Aug 9th 2008. I tried tracking it down and it said it has arrived in Canada and will be reviewed by custom. Have anyone order and was checked by custom? if so are the going to charge me custom fee??and if so how much????your answer will help alot! thanks!!!!

[rf134a]

Came with a hard case, cloth, screwdriver and suction cup toy.

I am very happy with my purchase and will order some sunglasses



You suction cup toy is better than my chocolate covered donut.

You might want to edit out the address label with your name...

[iceprince]

I just saw this commercial while watching tv the site is:

http://www.twopair.com/

It's a great deal to get two pairs of DESIGNER FRAMES for $70 brands range from CK - DKNY. And it includes eye exam. Pretty hot deal but also a cold deal since it's USA only but I'm wondering can I price match this at any stores or online sites? I'm thinking about clearycontacts.ca if they would price match since they also CK eyeglasses!!

[Yours]

The photochromic coating turns brown just as quickly as my Essilor Transitions V (1.67 with Crizal). Interestingly, they actually turn darker in the same amount of light than the Transitions. Changing back is slow so I didn't check. It seems to be on par with my 4-year old Essilor Transitions IV lenses but twice as thick. Good for a backup pair in the car.

I have a pair of Transition VI with Crizal Alize Coating. It's a year old now. Turn darker and faster. Good lens.

[Yours]

Same here. I asked the optometrist if I could get my PD measured and she was offended some how she told me that she doesn't do it and to go the optical store and the optician will do it for you when your buying glasses. I told her I wanted to buy online and she gave me this weird look. Told me several times that buying online isnt good and its a waste of money. I told her its a chance i'm willing to take can you please measure my PD now I am paying for my eye exam you know??? She then advised me to go to the optican because the eye exam doesnt include PD measurement. Iwas kinda pissed off and just left she urged me and kept on insisting that I check out the next door optical store.I was like no thanks and left.....

I just went to another regular optical store best one is to go the ones at Pacific Mall and don't just get it measured at one place, go to a few places to make sure the number is right. It was fast and easy they just out this insturment on my eyes and got them measured and easy 20 seconds.

If the optometrist don't sale eyeglasses, they may not have the machine to measure PD. Unless they use manual ruler, but it takes time.

Autorefractor doesn't take PD.

[Thundercloud]

Followup: I took the eyewearmagic glasses to an optical store. They said the prescription was correct but that there is a prism-like effect on the left lens.

I sent the glasses back to eyewearmagic, and they said there wasn't such an effect so only offered me 50% refund. I'm not that happy about it but I'll accept it and not order anything from them until they figure out better quality control.

In the meantime, my optical4less.com rimless glasses arrived a couple of weeks ago and they are perfect! I'm really happy with them. No distortion!

So far me and my gf have ordered 4 or 5 pairs of glasses with them and they've been perfect every time.

I hope eyewearmagic gets up to their level (the 50% refund is nice!) soon - they have a nice selection of frames.It's 50% refund not including shipping though!

I've ordered from them also but have a similar problem. I'll say more once I get a response back from them.

[canabiz]

Hello, I was able to get the Pupillary Distance (PD) number from my previous optometrist today. I walked into the shop and let the receptionist know I previously had an eye exam and needed the PD # for eyeglasses purchases online.

The optometrist used a ruler to get my PD, it took less than 2 minutes and my number is 74/71 mm.

Could somebody recommend a shop with frames for wide face please. The width of my current frame is 54 and I would need something similar or longer.

Thanks.

[rf134a]

74/71 would be wrong unless you have a ginormous head. It's either 74 or 71mm but not the left/right measurements. If you look at the dropdown box, it only goes from 50 to 80.

IMHO, everyone should buy a good pair locally so that you have all your measurements (PD, known front measurement and known temple measurement). If you know all the parameters of a good pair of glasses that fit you perfectly, you won't make any mistakes ordering future pairs.

The prescription & receipt from Costco has all the measurements you need to order glasses online. Snag a friend to order a pair from there for reference.

Don't forget that your PD may change depending on who measures and what you're looking at. ;)

[onexeyed]

Don't forget that your PD may change depending on who measures and what you're looking at. ;)

Well I haven't ordered yet, still checking around locally for a good pair of glasses and ordering online for a backup. I plan on measuring the PD myself and having other friends measure the PD for me for consistency.

[Goonish]

I have a pair of 4 year old Essilor Transitions 4 that are still perfectly clear.
Likewise. I have a pair of first generation Essilor Transitions and they're still perfectly clear.

[krs]

74/71 would be wrong unless you have a ginormous head. It's either 74 or 71mm but not the left/right measurements. If you look at the dropdown box, it only goes from 50 to 80.


I have done a bit of reading on PD measurement and 74/71, although somewhat unusual is a perfectly valid number.
I't not a right/left measurement as you seem to think but rather the measurement when you focus at infinity and when you focus close for reading.
The actual measurement is taken while you focus at a distance and the PD for close up focus is assumed to be 3mm less (unless it's actually measured).
This 3mm difference fits in perfectly with the 74/71 values; however the two PD values are only used if you get bifocals.

[krs]

Well I haven't ordered yet, still checking around locally for a good pair of glasses and ordering online for a backup. I plan on measuring the PD myself and having other friends measure the PD for me for consistency.

I find that the instructions on these internet sites on how to measure PD are not always clear.
You should be focusing at a distance and the person measuring should have one eye closed. You should also try to measure to the nearest half mm although many sites only let you select in mm steps.
At least that is what I read out of all these on-line discussions.
And just using a ruler seems to be fine, at least according to my optometrist.

[canabiz]

Just to add that the optometrist closed 1 of her eyes and asked me to look at the open eye and repeat the same process for the other eye for about 2 or 3 times.

She was sitting about 2 feet from me with the ruler in her hand positioned at my eye level. She told me to give the number to the receptionist who can explain it to me what it means but the receptionist subsequently told me to submit the number to online shops and they should know what they are doing.

My current pair of glasses are 5 years old and my most current prescription did not have the PD #, hence I went back.

Please recommend an online shop with good selection of frames for wide faces.

Thanks.

[krs]

Just to add that the optometrist closed 1 of her eyes and asked me to look at the open eye and repeat the same process for the other eye for about 2 or 3 times.

She was sitting about 2 feet from me with the ruler in her hand positioned at my eye level.

I assume the optometrist was then measuring the close focus PD and just added 3mm for the distant focus one.

Isn't there an optometrist or optician on this forum who can tell us if we're barking up the right tree?

[jlovezj]

I ordered from Zenni optical. Got my glasses in about 1 week and a half. Definitely looks better than on their website. I am very impress. !!!!:cheesygri :cheesygri Any they were the 23.00$ ones.

[canabiz]

I assume the optometrist was then measuring the close focus PD and just added 3mm for the distant focus one.

Isn't there an optometrist or optician on this forum who can tell us if we're barking up the right tree?

To be honest with you, I don't know what she was doing and frankly I was not too terribly concerned about. She is a professional and she *should* know what a PD number is and how to measure it.

I am more concerned about the online shops. Are these numbers sufficient for them to make proper eyeglasses for me or will they create some confusions, judging from the response on this board ? I did some research and from wiki and this site http://lib.store.yahoo.net/lib/thesightsite/PDInfo.htm

71mm is not that uncommon. I do have a fairly wide face

[shopper_holic]

Anyone know if your PD changes over time?? I got mine measured last year by an optometrist but I want to order another pair soon. Should I get my PD re-measured?

[neo1973]

Anyone know if your PD changes over time?? I got mine measured last year by an optometrist but I want to order another pair soon. Should I get my PD re-measured?

I asked an optometrist once and he said: for kids, yes; for adults, no.

[shopper_holic]

I asked an optometrist once and he said: for kids, yes; for adults, no.

Thanks! I was worried I had to get it re-measured as I didn't want to pay for another exam fee (not too confident about measuring myself).

[canabiz]

I just put in an order with Zenni Optical using my prescription from last year and the aforementioned PD #.

I chose a metal alloy half rim frame with polarized magnetic snap-on sunlens and designer acetate temples and 1.67 High-Index Single Vision. The total after taxes and shipping comes to $74.85. I have no doubt that a comparable glasses at Laurier or Costco would be triple that price.

Looking forward to receiving the glasses and I'll let you guys know how it goes.

[curls]

Eyewear magic only tints 1.56 index lenses, so I can't get sunglasses through them - my prescription is too high (greater than -6)

[NiteHawk]

ordered from Zenni 1.5 yr ago...glasses are excellent..far superior than anything that I ever bought from Hakim.

I ordered another one for my dad and he loves them as well. Now that my prescription has changed, I have ordered another pair for myself. :)

[SoulOnIce]

From Slate.com

http://www.slate.com/id/2198746/ (links to this site)

http://goggles4u.com/
Free worldwide shipping.

[queenofhearts]

From Slate.com

http://www.slate.com/id/2198746/ (links to this site)

http://goggles4u.com/
Free worldwide shipping.

This is kind of a repost as this has been discussed here before http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=243153&highlight=goggles+4+you

[JonJubeTube]

That title reads like the script from an infomercial.

[edifonzo]

Hi All,

This is a huge thread.

Small story for all.

I need new lenses because the antiglare is comming off on lense and my frames are still pretty new, so i call my optometrists office and they quote me $149 just for anti-scratch/glare lenses. LOL

This is the same place that tried to charge me over 2x the internet price for contact lenses.

/story

All optometrist offices seem to really rip off consumers.

So I already get contacts from the internets now I guess it's time to get my glasses online aswell.

Does RFD agree which online retailer is the best?

I am going in to get my PD and a copy of my prescription on Sat.

Any tips?

I would also like to thank RFD, this thread, and OP because without it I doubt I would try to buy my glasses online.

Peace

[WalterQ]

OK, I may be slow but the Prescription I have says OD +4.25; OS 3.75, and nothing else. This is same handwritten format I've been given Prescriptions for years.

Understand I need to get the PD-Pupillary Distance BUT what do I do about the CYL, AXIS, & ADD fields on the order forms ??

[Noobzilla]

Understand I need to get the PD-Pupillary Distance BUT what do I do about the CYL, AXIS, & ADD fields on the order forms ??

That's only needed for astigmatism, which you don't have.

[vywamus]

just ordered from zennioptical I'll let you all know how it goes :)

Options/Prescription: Frame Colors: 21 Black
AR Anti-Reflection Coating: No Coating
Lens Tint Choices: No Tint
Clip On Polarized 80% Sunshade: 0
OD-SPH: -3.50
OD-CYL: 0
OD-AXIS: 0
OD-ADD: 0
OS-SPH: -3.25
OS-CYL: 0
OS-AXIS: 0
OS-ADD: 0
PD-Pupillary Distance: 67
Prescription & Lens Type: 1.57 Mid Index Single Vision , No Charge
Prescription Strength: Standard Strength - No Charge

$25.95 1 $25.95
Subtotal: $25.95
Shipping cost: $6.95

Total: $32.90

[Finger]

is this true ?

http://groups.google.com/group/glassyeyes/browse_thread/thread/a9aecaa54c06a425

Zenni :"We do not use the 1.61 index lens until the Spherical or Cylinder
readings are greater than +/- 5.00; and the 1.67 is not used until the
respective correction exceeds +/- 7.00."

I'm -5.5, would 1.61 be slim enough?

Oh, I found that on the website :"We do not produce glasses with prescriptions of less than +/- 2.25 in the Sphere, in a high index lens."

http://zennioptical.com/cart/pages.php?pageid=8

[ChaoZ]

Just got my eyes checked and the prescription doesn't seem to be in the same units as what Zenni has on its form?

For example,
SPH my prescription says OD -250 OS -275
CYL OD -350 OS -400

Do I have to do some kind of conversion? Were decimal points just omitted?

[Thundercloud]

Just got my eyes checked and the prescription doesn't seem to be in the same units as what Zenni has on its form?

For example,
SPH my prescription says OD -250 OS -275
CYL OD -350 OS -400

Do I have to do some kind of conversion?
Add a decimal point after the first digit.

[ChaoZ]

Add a decimal point after the first digit.

Thanks. Also, my prescription has a prism number. Don't see a place to enter it, so I guess maybe that setting isn't available.

[haqq]

Hey I'm looking for frames like this one can anyone help

----> http://cgi.ebay.com.my/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290255401437&indexURL=#ebayphotohosting

[napoleon1769]

Hey I'm looking for frames like this one can anyone help

----> http://cgi.ebay.com.my/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290255401437&indexURL=#ebayphotohosting

Try this: http://cgi.ebay.com.my/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290255401437&indexURL=#ebayphotohosting

[zoolander]

^lol

Those are nice, wouldn't mind a pair myself.

[Ch28]

Try this: http://cgi.ebay.com.my/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290255401437&indexURL=#ebayphotohosting

^lol

Those are nice, wouldn't mind a pair myself.

I wonder how "authentic" those are

[zoolander]

Do those links on Page 1, last edited in Jan/08, still apply today as reliable sources?

[canabiz]

I got my pair from Zenni a few weeks ago. While I am satisfied with the prices and the lenses, I thought I picked a frame wide enough for my face (I used the specs on my current frame) but I ended up receiving something smaller...not a big deal because this is a backup pair but I have always had reservations about buying on-line frames and still do.

[HunkaHunkaBurningLove]

I got a pair from Zenni for under $60 delivered, and I found the same thing even though the 51 o 18 measurement was identical to my other pair of glasses. The Zenni pair seemed a little smaller than my other pair. I still like them, and the optics were just as good as my $300 pair from Lens Crafters.

They did come with polished edges which made the sides more noticeable, but apparently you can request that they don't polish them and leave a matte finish instead which is what I think most optical places do here.

Don't order the clip on sunglasses as they have these long, ugly clips that are quite visible even behind the sunglasses and the fit / shape are only so so. Next time I'm just going to order shaded lenses instead and have a whole separate pair.

For $60, my spare pair was a great deal! Thanks for posting the info about Zenni up guys!

[opilion]

Anyone have a current Zenni coupon code? Very happy with my Zenni glasses - looking for another pair.

[rf134a]

No code for Zenni, but this month's 20% off Goggles4u code is "One4Me". Seeing how the exchange rate is 20% + 3% for poopal, it's almost like getting your USD at par. :cheesygri

[ddhaaron]

One4Me at goggles4u is only giving me a 5% discount? Is there another code or when do you think the next 20% code is coming out?

[joegrecoant]

i am looking at googles4U and they have 1.67 for CR material and 1.71 for glass, but 1.67 CR is being put under thinnest while 1.71 is being THINNER...

So is a 1.71 glass len thinner than a 1.67 CR or the other way around?

i thought the higher the #, the thinner it is, but it didn't have a comparison for different material?

[CingKrab]

i am looking at googles4U and they have 1.67 for CR material and 1.71 for glass, but 1.67 CR is being put under thinnest while 1.71 is being THINNER...

So is a 1.71 glass len thinner than a 1.67 CR or the other way around?

i thought the higher the #, the thinner it is, but it didn't have a comparison for different material?

Yes, the higher index material should be thinner. Keep in mind, though, that the glass lens would shatter easier than the plastic. They might put this under consideration when cutting their lenses and make them thicker than they could otherwise.

[xansmommy]

So I decided to give it a shot. I ordered my glasses from Goggles4U on October 19th. They arrived today. I thought they would take a lot longer.

They seem to be great, they were well protected, no scratches, adjusted easily and the prescription seems to be right on. My prescription is fairly high and these lenses are thinner than my current (almost $600) glasses.

I would post a photo of them on me, but since I'm not a supermodel, I won't subject you all to that. Here are the photos of the packaging and glasses though.

Not too bad for $50 US.

Laura

http://img171.imageshack.us/img171/7901/dscf1001ty8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
http://img385.imageshack.us/img385/8433/dscf1015yu6.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[coldhearted]

Just a quick question before I do my first online purchase.

My optometrist listed my P.D as 64/61, so on the P.D. list do i choose 64 or 61?

thanks in advance

[nacho113]

Just a quick question before I do my first online purchase.

My optometrist listed my P.D as 64/61, so on the P.D. list do i choose 64 or 61?

thanks in advance

I would say that is your distance(64) and reading(61) PD for a bifocal/vrifocal prescription (since your eyes pull closer together to focus on items up close). Is there an ADD measurement in your prescription? This would confirm it.

[Lookcho]

Just a quick question before I do my first online purchase.

My optometrist listed my P.D as 64/61, so on the P.D. list do i choose 64 or 61?

thanks in advance
Bifocals.
the lower number is for reading

[coldhearted]

I would say that is your distance(64) and reading(61) PD for a bifocal/vrifocal prescription (since your eyes pull closer together to focus on items up close). Is there an ADD measurement in your prescription? This would confirm it.

There is no ADD measurement on my prescription list, so do i choose 64 for my P.D. value when i shop for online glasses?

[nacho113]

There is no ADD measurement on my prescription list, so do i choose 64 for my P.D. value when i shop for online glasses?

It would be 64mm if you are getting regular (distance) glasses. If you needed a reading glass then it would be 61. Are your glasses for everyday wear? Near sighted or farsighted?

[charrma]

Hello all!

Just for fun, I have bought a pair of glasses from Goggles 4U. I say for fun, because I have insurance that actually covers 100% of my expenses at an optometrist. I did not need these glasses... So I got a $30 pair, and what do I have to say about it?

Well, I did get the glasses looked at by my optometrist, but to make sure she was "objective" in her analysis, I told her that I was buying a pair of glasses from her anyway... I even bought them before I showed her my Internet glasses. She said she was delighted, as she wanted for awhile to look at some Internet-ordered glasses (she did mention having little faith they would be good). To her great surprise, the prescription (in terms of strength) was well respected. She did however find a problem with them - the center of the lens was completely offset. She showed me, using a special pen, as she drew an "X" on the lens, in the actual centre. While the left side was only slightly offset, the right side was in the upper right quadrant of the lens.

I dod not see very wwell with the glasses when I tried them on - my optometrist demonstrated the lens' centre was offset by putting the lens over my eyes, aligning the centre with my eyes. I did see OK that way. The glasses were not wearable. I disposed of them, not worth the trouble of getting new ones.

I figured I invested $30 in my education, so I hope that my "investment" can educate others. My optometrist did tell me she was surprised to see how precise the presecription was. She also told me that the actual centre of lens is usually measured in mimimeters, and must be precise for the lens to be comfortable. She mentioned that wearing incorrect lens can cause some problems (prism was mentioned - no idea what that is...).

Packaging was OK, no problem there. Very fast shipping! Quality of the frame was not very good - quite cheap, but what is to be expected for $30...could have been Ok for a second pair, or to work in a shop or garage.

Hope it helps!

[Usuyami]

Anyone know if my insurance(Manulife) would cover online orders for prescription eyeglasses or contacts? Thanks.

[iceprince]

Anyone know if my insurance(Manulife) would cover online orders for prescription eyeglasses or contacts? Thanks.

Yes they do if they are prescriptionized. Make sure to tell the company who you are ordering glasses from to send you an invoice or receipt that says PAID IN FULL. With information of the eyeglasses, cost, your name and complete address.

[swallow_046]

Yes they do if they are prescriptionized. Make sure to tell the company who you are ordering glasses from to send you an invoice or receipt that says PAID IN FULL. With information of the eyeglasses, cost, your name and complete address.

how bout Great West Life? all online orders are able to be be claimed though my insurance?

[Ferman]

Has anyone got nailed with duty for these 'offshore' glasses?

[macthehoser]

Yes they do if they are prescriptionized. Make sure to tell the company who you are ordering glasses from to send you an invoice or receipt that says PAID IN FULL. With information of the eyeglasses, cost, your name and complete address.

If the invoice is in US dollars, how would the insurance company know how much I paid with Canadian dollars?

[Battscrew]

If the invoice is in US dollars, how would the insurance company know how much I paid with Canadian dollars?

They enter the service date and currency used - it looks up the exchange rate that day.

Or maybe they just guess...

[renegadeavenger]

bought 2 pairs from zenni, first pair ( half rimmed ) was absolutely perfect. Second pair ordered after I received my first pair for some reason is the same prescription but just feels different when I wear them ( rimless ). Can someone that bought multiple pairs from zenni let me know if it is suppose to feel different or is it suppose to feel all the same for all the pairs since prescription is the same?

[jtcb]

bought 2 pairs from zenni, first pair ( half rimmed ) was absolutely perfect. Second pair ordered after I received my first pair for some reason is the same prescription but just feels different when I wear them ( rimless ). Can someone that bought multiple pairs from zenni let me know if it is suppose to feel different or is it suppose to feel all the same for all the pairs since prescription is the same?

I never bought from Zenni. I bought glasses from optical4less before. One pair is rimless and the other is full rim. After wearing full rim for a long time and then suddenly switching to rimless. I have the same weird feeling as you. Took both pairs to optical store and check that both have the same prescription. I think you need time to adjust. That's all.

[zoolander]

bought 2 pairs from zenni, first pair ( half rimmed ) was absolutely perfect. Second pair ordered after I received my first pair for some reason is the same prescription but just feels different when I wear them ( rimless ). Can someone that bought multiple pairs from zenni let me know if it is suppose to feel different or is it suppose to feel all the same for all the pairs since prescription is the same?

Only way to know is if you have a good relationship with an optician who will use a lensometer to verify the Rx's.

This will avoid headaches, literally.

[smacd]

Just ordered from Zenni today. I had to wait to get an appointment for an eye test, so I missed the freebies from C.C. $57 CDN(approx) shipped, so here's hoping they're decent. Zenni has a lot more/better styles than ClearlyContacts. Sure beats the heck out of the $700 my optician wanted for similar.

[zoolander]

I'm thinking of ordering from Zenni but it's hard to tell the how the frames really look with their web cartoons. Also googled some poor customer support stories post sales, difficulties with returns/exchanges/resolving issues.
They do have a frame I like, hmm...

[smacd]

Lots of positive experiences in this thread. That's what gave me the confidence to order. If the single vision ones work out, I'll order progressives next. $59 for the ones I like. If today's don't work out, it's back to getting hosed locally!

[batye]

Zenni Optical - my order
Subtotal: $136.70
Shipping cost: $6.95
Total: $143.65
with exchange rate came around $180sh Can on my credit card statement
ordered on November 02, 2008
got it on Novemebr 19, 2008
via Canada post from HK AirMail
my wife love it
4971 Partial Rim Stainless Steel Frame with Designer Temples
and
2105 Rimless Flexible (Memory) Titanium
quality ok
one screw was missing from frame
and one from the other par
went to dollar store got 1 dollar glasses
take out the screw and put it in the Zenni frame
did not bother Zenni about few screws
as the same deal happens with ClearlyContacts
as one screw and the gasket from my ClearlyContacts $11.85
deal was also missing and the other screw have damaged thread
I called ClearlyContacts got a CSR rep but never get a replacemnt screw or gasket from them or phone call to resolve it
but I'm happy with my Zenni and ClearlyContacts glasses
went to dollar store and got 1 dollar glasses
take out the screw and gasket - put it in ClearlyContacts frame.
you deside
but I would go with Zenni optical as then I ordered just frames before
they contacted me if my order correct and send refund half price for the frames to my visa
Zenni optical strike me as more better and honest deals
as I do not care if frame have a label or not
I just need glasess

[uberanch]

I'm thinking of ordering from Zenni but it's hard to tell the how the frames really look with their web cartoons. Also googled some poor customer support stories post sales, difficulties with returns/exchanges/resolving issues.
They do have a frame I like, hmm...

Lots of positive experiences in this thread. That's what gave me the confidence to order. If the single vision ones work out, I'll order progressives next. $59 for the ones I like. If today's don't work out, it's back to getting hosed locally!

I probably will order from Zenni soon, I also googled those bad customer experiences as well as many good experiences with exchange, problems resolved etc. One may want to pay attention to the dates of those few complaints, they are from a while back and seems to me that they have many good comments since then.

Having said that, I haven't dealt with them before so I am not in a good position to judge... :)

[zoolander]

The lens quality of my goggles4u pair are poor in comparison to the clearlycontacts pair, both received in the last month.

The g4u pair smudge and develop fine scratches easily.

[Iggynatz]

They enter the service date and currency used - it looks up the exchange rate that day.

Or maybe they just guess...

http://www.bankofcanada.ca/en/rates/exchform.html

This is what we use at work. They won't pay for shipping, btw.

[macthehoser]

ordered a pair from optical4less. The glasses look all right. I'm happy with the purchase so far. It took them about 4 days to make my glasses probably because of my high prescription plus astigmatism. Then it took only 5 days for the shipping from Hong Kong to Edmonton. That's impressive. And the tracking number works on both Hong Kong post website and Canada post website.

Thank you everyone for contributing to this thread. Without your comments and reviews I wouldn't have the courage to buy glasses online.

[mingyang]

anyone bought a pair of plastic glasses from Optical4Less. hows the quality. thanks.

looking at http://www.optical4less.com/plastic-eyeglasses/p134/

[simonpeter2]

Got my first glasses (2 pair actaully) from Zenni today. Took about 2 weeks (one set was progressive) to get to customs, then sat in custom only 2 days, awesome I thought. Anyways glasses look great, the reg prescription ones seem a little bigger than they should have been but the prescrip looks fine, and for 8 bucks its freakin awesome... lol... 8 bucks for prescription glasses, you have got to kidding... :lol:

[carmv4]

After a couple weeks of shopping around for glasses online I settled on a pair from 39 Dollar Glasses. I used the 10% coupon found here:

http://www.eyeglassretailerreviews.com/39dollar.htm

I got the Cozumel frames with high index lenses and anti-relective coating. I placed my order on Dec. 2 and the glasses arrived today. The USPS tracking number I received was kind of useless. Every time I tried to track it just said that they received the electronic info for the package. So I was surprised when it showed up today. The arms on the glasses appear to have slight swirls in the paint (similar to paint swirls on cars). I'd imagine they weren't handled with the greatest of care when cleaned before shipped out. It's a minor inconvenience which I'm willing to overlook considering the amount of money I saved. I was quoted $240 for lenses alone at Illuminata. After shipping, tax, and the coupon these were slightly over $130. I would certainly shop at 39 Dollar Glasses again. :D

[silicone]

Anyone ever have or receive a coupon code for Zenni?? I'm looking for a few pairs from there right now but.....

[milhouse6]

Goggles4u 20% code until Dec 26: "One4Me".

note, trumps other codes/offers

[wheezee]

Goggles4u 20% code until Dec 26: "One4Me".

note, trumps other codes/offers

Great find! Just used now, it works, thanks!

[shopper_holic]

Goggles4u 20% code until Dec 26: "One4Me".

note, trumps other codes/offers

Can this be stacked with the 15% repeat customer discount?

[mrbiglund]

Ok, ordered glasses from zenni on the 10th of Dec, and recieved them today. got the $8 glasses withought the anti reflective coating +$6 of shipping. Total in canada money came to a tad under $20. Glasses are smaller then the size they list on the website, temple length is around 132 and it lists on the website as 142, also glasses full width is listed at 135 and is only 130 in actuality, so these were a bit tight, but after some adjustement they fit ok. I took the glasses to my optician and he tested the lenses and they were spot on. I have to say the quality of the glasses is very good, the lenses are very thin, my optician was saying that these were high quality lenses. the detail of workmanship is awsome, very nicely made, not a single scratch on the lenses (there can be slight scratches sometimes during the assembly process). I'm quiet pleased, i think next time i'll order a few instead of just one to save on shipping and also go with the anti reflective coating. My optician was saying that similar glasses will run you around $200 at a normal glasses store like Hakim etc., so it's not a bad deal for 20 bucks i guess.

[wheezee]

Just received my order from Goggles4U using that 20% off code. Unfortunately, the glasses arrived to me in horrific shape. The frame was misaligned, the legs were bent completely out of shape, and even the lenses were not properly inserted into the frame, such that the left lense juts out the front of the frame, and the right lense juts out the back! The second I put them on my eyes, its a blurry and dizzying arrangement, and because the frame is such a mess, I can't even open my eyes to see if the prescription is right! The right lense is pretty much touching my eyelid, haha!

So yeah, pretty disappointed in the experience overall ... I sent them an email with photos showing them just how poorly the glasses were put together. Let's hope their refund policy comes through ... will keep you all posted .....

[Sexy_Grandpa]

So wheezee did you get your issue resolved?

Here if its still not, read the Jan 22 post http://glassyeyes.blogspot.com/

Not a bad blog. Not sure if it was posted on here yet... but probably.

My optician was saying that similar glasses will run you around $200 at a normal glasses store like Hakim etc., so it's not a bad deal for 20 bucks i guess.
Yeah its "not a bad deal" 10% of what you would have payed normally. I'd say 90% off is deal by RFD standards. :cheesygri

[wheezee]

So wheezee did you get your issue resolved?

Here if its still not, read the Jan 22 post http://glassyeyes.blogspot.com/

Not a bad blog. Not sure if it was posted on here yet... but probably.


Yeah its "not a bad deal" 10% of what you would have payed normally. I'd say 90% off is deal by RFD standards. :cheesygri

Actually no, they haven't responded to the emails I've sent them yet. I'll definitely give that email a try later today, thanks very much for the tip!

[realpangxie]

Has anyone tried todayslens.ca? The price seems lower than Clearly Contacts. A new site in Canada?

[jdi_knght]

Just an update... It's been a long time since I started this thead and it's good to see the word really spread. In any case, I finally got around to updating the (aging) EyeglassRetailerReviews.com (http://www.eyeglassretailerreviews.com) website. The old version's still accessible for anyone who loved the shades of bland (or has dial-up), but the new version can be accessed from the link above.

I'll be adding more retailers in the next few days, and looking over the ones I've added to make sure I'm happy with what I've written thus far. It's still a work in progress, but I had enough retailers to get the new version up, so it's there. At some point I'll be reading through the > 2500 posts in this thread to try and get an idea as to which retailers in particular I should look at adding, but if anyone has suggestions, feel free to let me know here.

New purchase experiences should be up-and-coming in the next few weeks - I'll make a mention of them here once I've got them done.

[bubble.tea]

I've been putting off my replacement rimless purchase for a year now.

I originally bought my rimless hinged set about two years ago I think. I'm AMAZED, they've held up. I was even able to get work to replace my old lenses with new lenses (thereby reusing the hinged temples and nose-temple). Lasted as long as they have with the two dozen incidences of bending and sleeping on LOL, is a testament to their build.

This time around I want rimless/hingeless, budget is preferably AS CHEAP AS POSSIBLE.

G4U I believe was where I bought these ones, but I don't care where I buy the new set from.

Can someone recommend me who's had the best experience with the best rimless/hingeless set? Also if there's any coupons to be used in the next day or so.

TIA,

[smacd]

I just received my order of 3 pairs from clearlycontacts. 2 pairs are rimless; Kam Dhillon 3001, and Nike 3010. Both are great! I also got Joseph Marc 4018 in brown with wood temples. All 3 pairs are perfect. Prescriptions seem spot on. I used the "Telus Perks" 15% off with free shipping on $99+, but that one expired Jan31st. Current codes can be found here: http://www.retailmenot.com/view/clearlycontacts.ca
I'd try the ENT2009CA first, as it's 15%.
I'm amazed at the quality, better than my Zenni ones, I'd say. And 3 pairs for $102.60 shipped! What a laugh. I just saw the Nikes in Cranbrook for $268/frames only.
:D:D:D:D:D

[smacd]

I've been putting off my replacement rimless purchase for a year now.

I originally bought my rimless hinged set about two years ago I think. I'm AMAZED, they've held up. I was even able to get work to replace my old lenses with new lenses (thereby reusing the hinged temples and nose-temple). Lasted as long as they have with the two dozen incidences of bending and sleeping on LOL, is a testament to their build.

This time around I want rimless/hingeless, budget is preferably AS CHEAP AS POSSIBLE.

G4U I believe was where I bought these ones, but I don't care where I buy the new set from.

Can someone recommend me who's had the best experience with the best rimless/hingeless set? Also if there's any coupons to be used in the next day or so.

TIA,

Sorry, bubble.tea,
I didn't notice "hingless". I know Zenni has them.

[jtcb]

I just received my order of 3 pairs from clearlycontacts. 2 pairs are rimless; Kam Dhillon 3001, and Nike 3010. Both are great! I also got Joseph Marc 4018 in brown with wood temples. All 3 pairs are perfect. Prescriptions seem spot on. I used the "Telus Perks" 15% off with free shipping on $99+, but that one expired Jan31st. Current codes can be found here: http://www.retailmenot.com/view/clearlycontacts.ca
I'd try the ENT2009CA first, as it's 15%.
I'm amazed at the quality, better than my Zenni ones, I'd say. And 3 pairs for $102.60 shipped! What a laugh. I just saw the Nikes in Cranbrook for $268/frames only.
:D:D:D:D:D

I also like the Joseph Marc 4018 in brown with wood temples. Can you post some closeups of it? Are they real wood?

[bubble.tea]

... Kam Dhillon 3001, ...

I like these ones because of the flex hinge.

I really prefer hingeless mind you.

[bubble.tea]

My top three picks.

http://www.optical4less.com/hingeless-eyeglasses/HL007/
$51
http://www.zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=472&cat=7&page=1
23.95
http://www.zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=134&cat=7&page=1
23.95 ;(

Clearly I like the $51 most...but I'm thinking of going for the two Zenni's.

[smacd]

I also like the Joseph Marc 4018 in brown with wood temples. Can you post some closeups of it? Are they real wood?

They're definately wood temples. Look really nice. My wife thinks they're the best looking pair. Don't know how to post a photo, though, and I don't use a hosting site.:o

[smacd]

My top three picks.

http://www.optical4less.com/hingeless-eyeglasses/HL007/
$51
http://www.zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=472&cat=7&page=1
23.95
http://www.zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=134&cat=7&page=1
23.95 ;(

Clearly I like the $51 most...but I'm thinking of going for the two Zenni's.

Don't know about optical4less, but with zenni, you get to pick between a # of lens shapes, also. Can change the look of a pair quite dramatically.

[jtcb]

They're definately wood temples. Look really nice. My wife thinks they're the best looking pair. Don't know how to post a photo, though, and I don't use a hosting site.:o

Try http://www.imageshack.us/

[jdi_knght]

My top three picks.

http://www.optical4less.com/hingeless-eyeglasses/HL007/
$51
http://www.zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=472&cat=7&page=1
23.95
http://www.zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=134&cat=7&page=1
23.95 ;(

Clearly I like the $51 most...but I'm thinking of going for the two Zenni's.

Just a note... quite a few people have been having issues with Zenni lately (most orders in 2009). I've been getting a pile of emails indicating as much and there's a warning on the EGRR site (http://www.eyeglassretailerreviews.com/zenni-optical.html) about them at this point in time.

Rumor has it that it's a customs issue Zenni's having, but again it's just a rumor. Most of the emails I've received have indicated that their mailbox is full and/or their toll free line is down.

In any case I'd probably hold off on them for now until the dust settles.

[ironman]

I have just received my order from Zenni today. Placed the order on Jan 19th. All 4 pairs arrived without any defects. I will definitely order from them again. My only advice is to stay away from the clip, they are really cheap looking and loose. I ordered to pairs that had a magnetic clip - those were worth while.

[jdi_knght]

Has anyone else started receiving their Zenni orders?

Complaints on the EGRR site about them have died down significantly over the past couple days, so I'm trying to get an idea as to whether it's coincidence or if they've started to resolve whatever issues they were having.

[jtcb]

My top three picks.

http://www.optical4less.com/hingeless-eyeglasses/HL007/
$51
http://www.zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=472&cat=7&page=1
23.95
http://www.zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=134&cat=7&page=1
23.95 ;(

Clearly I like the $51 most...but I'm thinking of going for the two Zenni's.

Avoid Optical4less.

I have a terrible experience just earlier this month. Ordered the $51 frame with transition lense. Everything is ok except they didn't even ask me and make the lense 1cm thick. They said it is to avoid breakage during shipping. My prescription is around -3.75 to -4.50. They also say that chemical coating of the AR and transition is make it thicker.

[Daijoubu]

Everything is ok except they didn't even ask me and make the lense 1cm thick. They said it is to avoid breakage during shipping. My prescription is around -3.75 to -4.50. They also say that chemical coating of the AR and transition is make it thicker.

LOL!
Well, I can understand thier transition lens are of lower index, but to say it's to avoid breakage and that coating adds to the thickness...WOW :lol:

[nacho113]

Has anyone else started receiving their Zenni orders?

Complaints on the EGRR site about them have died down significantly over the past couple days, so I'm trying to get an idea as to whether it's coincidence or if they've started to resolve whatever issues they were having.

I had placed my order from Zenni on Feb 3/09 (2 pairs with progressive lenses). According to the tracking info that I was sent, my order arrived in Canada Customs in Vancouver on Feb/12. In the past it has taken another week to 10 days to get my order after it arrives at Canada Customs. It looks like Zenni seems to be back on track with there shipping again, at least for this order.

[bubble.tea]

Thank you for the feedback, I appreciate it.

Too bad about Zenni..I was about to finalize the order this week :(. I would feel so much more comfortable knowing I have a replacement on the shelf than finding myself caught with my pants down, and resorting to my oooooooold frames LOL.

http://images.inmagine.com/img/comstock/kcd00064/kcd00064066.jpg

[burlingtonspeakers]

I ordered from Zenni on January 22, and they arrived February 11. They were faster than my local GTA optician. (I ordered glass lenses from my local optician, which tend to take a bit longer.) Very pleased with the quality of the glasses.

[jtcb]

LOL!
Well, I can understand thier transition lens are of lower index, but to say it's to avoid breakage and that coating adds to the thickness...WOW :lol:

I complained about it and that was the explanation they gave. I ask to have it refit with thinner lense at their cost but was declined. I'll have to pay extra for thinner transition lense. Is there any way to get my money back? They make the thick lense to avoid breakage without my consent. I called PCF MC, but they said because I received the product, I'll have to settle it with the merchant.

[zoolander]

Zenni has some poor customer service comments when you google.
Some of them might even be in the link to the excellent review site the OP created.
There might be some answers there re: strategies dealing with them.

They are unlike CC with customer satisfaction and ease of return.

[perfchris]

Went to my local costco and had an eye checkup. They refused to measure my PD and put it on my prescription !

What have others done to circumvent this ? Are they legally allowed to refuse this ?

[smacd]

Measure it yourself in the mirror. It's the distance in mm between the centre of your pupils when looking straight ahead. Here's a video: http://www.clearlycontacts.ca/video_pop.ep?Video=PD

[lord wayne]

Went to my local costco and had an eye checkup. They refused to measure my PD and put it on my prescription !

What have others done to circumvent this ? Are they legally allowed to refuse this ?

The person there is just being a A$$. I had the same prob at my Costco. I went on another day, got someone else, and they did it. I also went to a Walmart and had them measure it for a double check. Both were free.:razz:

[TheHans]

What's happened to Goggles4U? I just went there to buy a pair of glasses, and their site has changed. I can't find a way to *specifically* choose a lens. It's like it chooses it for you now. Goggles4U was one of the few online places that allowed one to order glass lenses. Certainly, it was the least expensive. Now it appears they don't sell glass lenses any longer. Does anyone know about these changes?

The Hans

[silicone]

What's happened to Goggles4U? I just went there to buy a pair of glasses, and their site has changed. I can't find a way to *specifically* choose a lens. It's like it chooses it for you now. Goggles4U was one of the few online places that allowed one to order glass lenses. Certainly, it was the least expensive. Now it appears they don't sell glass lenses any longer. Does anyone know about these changes?

The Hans

I just ordered yesterday and glass lenses were available - they were the super high index ones though... I just took the CR39 though as it was full rim plastic frames

[TheHans]

I just ordered yesterday and glass lenses were available - they were the super high index ones though... I just took the CR39 though as it was full rim plastic frames


Were you able to choose glass yourself from many choices, or was it that new thing where it says something like "based on your frame, etc. these are the lenses that we've chosen for you" and you have to pick one? Then it only gave me two choices and both were plastic. But before the change, there was a whole list of lenses one could choose from.

The Hans

[Shop-a-holic]

I placed an order at Goggles4u 10 days ago. I got the pair of glasses today, but highly disappointed.

The prescription feels much stronger than what I had asked for. The lenses are too big! I had initially asked for a reduction in size. Not only did they neglect to reduce them, but the lenses are much bigger than what is stated at the website.

I wanted to call and get in touch. To my disappointment, there's only an online form to fill out.

It's been a huge disappointment!

[zhewie]

I just received another 4 pairs from Zenni optical. I'm happy with the quality again, especially considering the price paid.

I've ordered from goggles4u once, but the frame didn't last very long after the arm snapped off at the hinge.

[budfrogs]

I've been watching the glasses threads for awhile now trying to decide if I should order a pair of rx sunglasses! I have a really big bridge and long eye lashes. Finding glasses that sit right is a huge pain!!

My Rx is not very strong. (I should get my eyes checked again before ordering.)

Has anyone had any experience ordering online from any of these places with hard to fit heads?

[crazytalk]

The person there is just being a A$$. I had the same prob at my Costco. I went on another day, got someone else, and they did it. I also went to a Walmart and had them measure it for a double check. Both were free.:razz:

why accusing someone being as an a$$ because they didn't want to get in trouble? why should they risk their licenses being suspended just so you can order things online? do you know that who ever did your measurement will be fully responsible if any thing would happened to you? tell me which costco you went to so i don't go there to get my glasses, seems like they are not that professional.

[jaspan]

I just received my order of 3 pairs from clearlycontacts. 2 pairs are rimless; Kam Dhillon 3001, and Nike 3010. Both are great! I also got Joseph Marc 4018 in brown with wood temples. All 3 pairs are perfect. Prescriptions seem spot on. I used the "Telus Perks" 15% off with free shipping on $99+, but that one expired Jan31st. Current codes can be found here: http://www.retailmenot.com/view/clearlycontacts.ca
I'd try the ENT2009CA first, as it's 15%.
I'm amazed at the quality, better than my Zenni ones, I'd say. And 3 pairs for $102.60 shipped! What a laugh. I just saw the Nikes in Cranbrook for $268/frames only.
:D:D:D:D:D

I just ordered the same above with the code and added the Giorgia Armani 465 and some contacts for @ $350 which my plan covers $300. All are great, I cannot believe people still buy from the store. I figured if you spent $200 on 4 pairs of glasses, at least you will like one of them. I would have probably spent @300 or more for designer frames without contacts. They all fit great and the lenses are spot on.

I absolutely love all of them, I noticed the Kam Dhillon 3001 and GA 465 are no longer available, which are my 2 favorite. If you want a rimless pair, get those Nike's they are so nice as well.

Thanks for everyone that posted about Clearlycontacts.

[TheHans]

I placed an order at Goggles4u 10 days ago. I got the pair of glasses today, but highly disappointed.

The prescription feels much stronger than what I had asked for. The lenses are too big! I had initially asked for a reduction in size. Not only did they neglect to reduce them, but the lenses are much bigger than what is stated at the website.

I wanted to call and get in touch. To my disappointment, there's only an online form to fill out.

It's been a huge disappointment!


We've had to get two pair replaced from Goggles4U. It's not great to need glasses replaced, but I must say that as easy as such a replacement can be, it is. Totally straightforward. They process your new order, generally no questions asked. In both cases, what we got as replacements fixed the problem. And we just gave the old glasses to charity as they don't care if they get them back.

The Hans

[bionicsamm]

I ordered a pair from Clearly Contacts, I had them within 4 days. I have to get the arms adjusted but other then that, they're perfect!

[LonesomeDove]

Went to my local costco and had an eye checkup. They refused to measure my PD and put it on my prescription !

What have others done to circumvent this ? Are they legally allowed to refuse this ?

The eye doctor does not measure the PD and put it on the prescription. It is done by the optician when you place your order for your glasses. It is that thing that looks like a pair of binoculars you look into. I asked what it was and the optician told me.

[jdi_knght]

Just a note for anyone interested, I grabbed a pair of glasses from EyeBuyDirect, and wrote up a review.

Basically, the glasses themselves were perfectly fine. Biggest issue (that would affect RFD'ers anyway since most of us live in Canada) is that when they fill out the customs form, they appear to use a high dollar amount for the value, and use "Sunglasses" for the description. Since there's no indication that they're prescription glasses anywhere on the form, and in my case since the value was much more than I paid (listed as $77.50 even though I paid only $33.85), I got smacked with some duty/tax - in my case, $4.98 GST, $6.83 PST, and an $8 handling fee. I'm sure I'll get it back when I file for a refund from Canada Border Services, but in any case, it's a bit of an annoyance.

The coatings (either the AR or UV) also don't seem to be as durable as most of the glasses I've bought - the coatings "cracked" under only a few seconds of hot tap water which is really a first for me (although I've read/known about the potential of hot water to crack them long ago, this is the first I've actually seen it happen). Won't matter for most people since I know I'm one of the few to use soap and hot water instead of a cloth, but worth mentioning.

Anyway, further review with a little more detail (and pics) is available at the following for anyone interested:

http://www.eyeglassretailerreviews.com/eyebuydirect-purchase-review.html

[HCaulfield]

I just received another 4 pairs from Zenni optical. I'm happy with the quality again, especially considering the price paid.

I've ordered from goggles4u once, but the frame didn't last very long after the arm snapped off at the hinge.

when did you place your order with Zenni?? I was considering placing an order but was hesitant because it was indicated that people were having problems receiving their glasses.

[lord wayne]

I placed an order with Zenni of Jan 27 and got received them of Feb 23. They were in customs for 3 days. They were perfect.

[perfchris]

I placed an order with Zenni of Jan 27 and got received them of Feb 23. They were in customs for 3 days. They were perfect.

Did you have to pay any taxes or duties ?

[SPARTACVS]

I have a question regarding quality of the e-retailers rating.

Sure some stores are more expenseive than others but I think we can agree that they are mostly way cheaper than a local store. I'm looking for the best in term of quality. My point of view is: I'm very happy to save money but my eyes are worth the small $ more. I save a lot anyway.

Looking at the reviews at eyeglassretailersreviews.com (I've done my homeworks), it seems that the best quality is at optical4less. But I had a hard time to see wich are the best ones. The reviews seems to focus on price/quality.

So I'm asking here, according to you, wich ones are the best for quality (not price) of the product, mainly the glasses? Because, like I said, my eyes are precious.

Thanks for your opinion.

[smacd]

I've received 2 pairs from Zenni, one single strength, one progressives, and 4 pairs from ClearlyContacts, all single strength, since December. All were fine, though I'd give the edge to ClearlyContacts for their outstanding customer service and quality product. Total outlay for 6 pairs was < $260. That's 1/3 the quote for 1 pair of progressives locally.

[craigbrown]

After following this thread for a couple years, I finally took the plunge and ordered a pair of photochomatic single vision glasses. I went with frame 7100, the default lense shape, and the antireflection coating. Ordered on January 29, 2009, shipped on February 12, 2009 and I received them February 20. The prescription is dead on, and I'm quite impressed with the quality...can't find anything wrong with them. I'm also very glad to get a pair of "transitions" for $80USD.

Definately looking to order another pair!

[Shop-a-holic]

I ended up ordering with Goggles4u because Zenni had a relatively limited variety of frames under their 'Women's Fashion' section, and most of the frames under women's section were funky.

Are there any reliable e-tailers with a decent selection of frames for women?

[lord wayne]

Did you have to pay any taxes or duties ?

NO duties or taxes.

[HCaulfield]

for those that have received their orders from Zenni recently, when did you guys place the order?? Just wanted to see how long from time of order to actual receipt of glasses. Thanks.

[jdi_knght]

for those that have received their orders from Zenni recently, when did you guys place the order?? Just wanted to see how long from time of order to actual receipt of glasses. Thanks.

I haven't ordered from Zenni myself, but based on most of the feedback I've received, the window seems to average around 3 weeks varied between US and Canadian orders. Many have indicated the shipping came from Hong Kong which may be why it's a little longer than the 2 weeks that orders from the US seem to take.

Edit: This obviously includes the recent orders, and not the ones that took a month or so due to the customs issues Zenni was having

Hope this helps.

[lord wayne]

for those that have received their orders from Zenni recently, when did you guys place the order?? Just wanted to see how long from time of order to actual receipt of glasses. Thanks.

I placed an order for progressive,photo chromatic from Zenni on Jan 27, received them on Feb 23, they were held in customs for 3 days. The Chinese new year may have slowed the process.

[HCaulfield]

I placed an order for progressive,photo chromatic from Zenni on Jan 27, received them on Feb 23, they were held in customs for 3 days. The Chinese new year may have slowed the process.


Chinese New Year?? Are these being shipped from Hong Kong?? I thought they were shipped from the States.

Anyhow, I am going ahead to place an order today - will post back when my order arrives.

[Deelhunt3r]

Couldn't be happier with my glasses. Stylish and better than I expected. I was leary about ordering something I couldn't try on first, but I am definitely at ease now and the wife wants to order 3 more pairs like friggin fashion accessories.

[scouzer]

Which one is the best for getting cheap prescription sunglasses? I like Goggles4u the best given they tint for free.

[nacho113]

Which one is the best for getting cheap prescription sunglasses? I like Goggles4u the best given they tint for free.

I've found that if you want sunglasses that actually look like sunglasses (rather than just tinted glasses) and you have a fairly low prescription (+/- 2.00-3.00), then the best place seems to be Global Eyeglasses. Buy a couple of pairs though, since there shipping for 1 pair is quite expensive ($14-$16). Extra pairs only increase the shipping by a dollar or 2.
I found out on my first order that there dark tint is only about 70% which is great for driving and most outside activities, but if you want something extra dark for lying on the beach or for that winter getaway to Mexico, then you need to ask for EXTRA DARK tinting in the comments box when you place your order. (extra dark is not selectable on there website, but can be requested and comes out very nice if you get a well fitted pair of sunglasses - where little light comes in around the side of the frames.
Here's a couple of examples:
http://globaleyeglasses.com/picture/3404_83_pic2.jpg
http://globaleyeglasses.com/glasses/Flite.html
http://globaleyeglasses.com/picture/3435_12_pic2.jpg
http://globaleyeglasses.com/glasses/Aviator-3.html
http://globaleyeglasses.com/picture/2240_97_pic2.jpg
http://globaleyeglasses.com/glasses/VG797.html
http://globaleyeglasses.com/picture/3402_5_pic2.jpg
http://globaleyeglasses.com/glasses/Dacchi-6607.html

[Bent]

Thanks, nacho. I've been looking for prescription sunglasses too.

[nacho113]

Thanks, nacho. I've been looking for prescription sunglasses too.

NP .The glasses that I linked to in my previous post were the ones that I ordered on my second order from GEG (Global EyeGlasses)
A couple of pairs for myself, a pair for the Mrs and a pair for my son. All frames look great and fit well and seem to be knock-offs of name brand frames.
My "Neo" type frames were the most expensive at $20 plus $11.99 for the tinted sunlens, while my sons' aviators were $7.99 + $11.99 for the sunlens. So $19-$32 for a pair of prescription sunglasses (that actually look and work like sunglasses)
Prescription was right on the money for all 4 pairs and shipping took 10 days from the order date.
****I had hoped they would be faster shipping since the shipping costs are higher than most places , but the package was in customs for 3 days so I guess I can't complain too much

NOTE: Anti-scratch and UV coating are free from GEG, but you must select the option when you are picking your tint colour and intensity. Also if you want a good dark sunlens, pick dark-solid for the tint intensity then put a note in the comments box that you would like EXTRA DARK tint (this appears to give an 85-90% tint, great for the beach) . The free case that they ship in is good and solid and you can upgrade to a leather case for $2 more (I tried one of these and it's a nice soft case, worth the $2 for me) and they seem to have added a premium case option for $5, but I haven't tried one of these.

Also of note is that GEG seems to be one of the few online eyeglass retailers that offer Polarized lenses as an option for sunglasses, however it is fairly expensive, starting at $62.99 for the lenses.

[jtcb]

This is another alternative to those don't want to spend $ on another pair of prescription sunglasses?

http://www.clearpointdirect.ca/prodimages/2015000000main.jpg

[nacho113]

This is another alternative to those don't want to spend $ on another pair of prescription sunglasses?

http://www.clearpointdirect.ca/prodimages/2015000000main.jpg

Stylin' ;)

For $20-$30 for a pair of prescription sunglasses at most of the online retailers, I think I'll stay away from those. They look and work similar to the safety glasses we give to visitors to our jobsite. Tinted safety glasses that go on over the top of regular glasses. A good idea, but kind of clunky. The TV commercial makes them look like the best thing since sliced bread but .......

[CingKrab]

This is another alternative to those don't want to spend $ on another pair of prescription sunglasses?

http://www.clearpointdirect.ca/prodimages/2015000000main.jpg

These things are basically exactly the same as Solar Shields. I have a pair of Solar Shields and they do work pretty well. They sell them at Shopper's and London Drugs, so you could try them on.

[smacd]

Must... resist... ordering 7th pair of glasses since Christmas! Could use sunglasses, though! Plus I can save $11 by sending them to the US.:o

[Hugh Jass]

This is another alternative to those don't want to spend $ on another pair of prescription sunglasses?

http://www.clearpointdirect.ca/prodimages/2015000000main.jpg


OK if you want to look like a senior in Florida.

[HowEver]

OK if you want to look like a senior in Florida.

Costco has the same thing, the brand is Uvex, a good alternative if you are 'between' prescription sunglasses, about $55. They work really well and preserve your peripheral vision.

Better than facing glare while driving for example.

[smacd]

Must... resist... ordering 7th pair of glasses since Christmas! Could use sunglasses, though! Plus I can save $11 by sending them to the US.:o

AHHH! Couldn't resist! Ordered a pair of Vinage in Brown. I found a 10% off coupon code; glassyeyes which works fine. Shipped to the US, so total was CDN$46 all in.

Anyone know of a 12 step program for compulsive eyeglass buyers???:o

PS Thanks, nacho! I really needed some for the beach!

[hybridge]

I must admit I was skeptical at first. $8 for a complete set of glasses? No way! My daughter in university heard about Zenni from a friend who always seems to be wearing different glasses. I checked then out and read many negative reviews.

But my daughter decided to try it out. Her friend has had good results. My daughter ordered 2 pairs for less that $30 including shipping. 3 weeks later they arrived and is very pleased with her glasses.

Based on her experience I decided to try as well. My last pair of glasses with progressive lense cost $416 at Costco and after shopping around I thought that was a good price. I priced out similar pair for $55 at Zennioptical.com

On February 28 I ordered 2 pairs - 1 progressive and 1 regular. I added the optional anti-glare finish and the clip on sunglasses to bth pairs. Even with the add-ons it all came to less than $100. They arrived yesterday (after 16 days) and I couldn't be more pleased. The quality seems fine and they fit great.

They did send me emails when they processed my order and another one when they shipped my order (with a tracking number). It was shipped from China on Mar 11 and arrived in Canada on Fri, Mar 13. Got to my place on the Mon, Mar 16.

Here's how I figure it - Through work benefits, I get $300 every 2 years for glasses. In the past I've had to pay extra out of my pocket. Now I can get 5 or 6 pairs every 2 years without going over the limit. Plus if one pair breaks its no big deal.

[HCaulfield]

I must admit I was skeptical at first. $8 for a complete set of glasses? No way! My daughter in university heard about Zenni from a friend who always seems to be wearing different glasses. I checked then out and read many negative reviews.

But my daughter decided to try it out. Her friend has had good results. My daughter ordered 2 pairs for less that $30 including shipping. 3 weeks later they arrived and is very pleased with her glasses.

Based on her experience I decided to try as well. My last pair of glasses with progressive lense cost $416 at Costco and after shopping around I thought that was a good price. I priced out similar pair for $55 at Zennioptical.com

On February 28 I ordered 2 pairs - 1 progressive and 1 regular. I added the optional anti-glare finish and the clip on sunglasses to bth pairs. Even with the add-ons it all came to less than $100. They arrived yesterday (after 16 days) and I couldn't be more pleased. The quality seems fine and they fit great.

They did send me emails when they processed my order and another one when they shipped my order (with a tracking number). It was shipped from China on Mar 11 and arrived in Canada on Fri, Mar 13. Got to my place on the Mon, Mar 16.

Here's how I figure it - Through work benefits, I get $300 every 2 years for glasses. In the past I've had to pay extra out of my pocket. Now I can get 5 or 6 pairs every 2 years without going over the limit. Plus if one pair breaks its no big deal.


so, you placed your order on Feb 28, and they send you the order confirmation email pretty much right away and the next email confirming shipping (with the tracking number) was sent to you on Mar 11? (11 days later?) I am asking as I placed my order on Mar 10 and I got the shipping email this morning (7 days later) - so, hopefully, my order will arrive some time next week!!!

[hemantrocks]

I would rather recommend clearlycontacts.ca

38$ prescription glasses with return policy
As well as call center and reliable shipping
Also it's a canadian company so much safer
Than overseas. I've personally ordered from there
And highly recommend them there is a thread about them too
Theyalso have buy now pay later scheme plus 15%coupons

[nacho113]

I would rather recommend clearlycontacts.ca

38$ prescription glasses with return policy
As well as call center and reliable shipping
Also it's a canadian company so much safer
Than overseas. I've personally ordered from there
And highly recommend them there is a thread about them too
Theyalso have buy now pay later scheme plus 15%coupons

I'd love to try Clearlycontacts as they have some nice frames and the price seems decent, but they don't offer progressive lenses ..... yet.

[dori_dori]

I'd love to try Clearlycontacts as they have some nice frames and the price seems decent, but they don't offer progressive lenses ..... yet.

i just helped my mom purchase a pair of progressive lenses from eyewearmagic and she loves them so you should def try them :)

the only problem i had was my mom didn't have her PD but they helped me find that information. in total we paid about $84 and that included the lenses, frames and shipping :)

mom is loving them and looks so cute!

[smacd]

AHHH! Couldn't resist! Ordered a pair of Vinage in Brown. I found a 10% off coupon code; glassyeyes which works fine. Shipped to the US, so total was CDN$46 all in.

Anyone know of a 12 step program for compulsive eyeglass buyers???:o

PS Thanks, nacho! I really needed some for the beach!

Got my glasses on Monday. The Vinage are a bit of a cheap frame, but the lens are perfect and for $30, you can't complain! I also added a pair of Dacchi Style D6281 in black/grey and they're excellent, both lens and frame. All in, it was <$65 US for 2 pairs delivered. As a glasses wearer for 35+ years, this makes me howl with laughter!

[Bearcat_w]

I bought two pairs of single vision glasses from Goggles4u in Feb. Arrived two weeks later. I'm completely satisfied with the frames & lenses. Used the coupon from Glassyeyes for 5% discount. With free coatings, the total price was $54.00. No tax. Delivery included.
One thing about the Goggles4u site, they have US, Canadian & Europeans sites. The prices are the same for all three (eg $10 US or $10 Can. or $10 Euros) This makes buying with $C cheaper than all the others. The Canadian site is in French. Just set up an account on the US site, pick what you want and add it to your basket. Then log it to the Canadian site to checkout, & voila you've bought in $C.
Today I ordered a pair of prescription sunglasses ($C30+/-) and a pair of rimless progressive bifocals for my wife ($C70+/-). Both included coatings. As a repeat customer, an automatic 10% discount was applied, and it still accepted the Glassyeyes 5% discount. (above prices after discount). Again, no tax. Delivery included.

[L505]

I paid $150 or more for glasses at a typical shopping mall retailer a few years ago. They were nice looking light weight frames. However when inspecting the glasses days later, I notice one lense was kind of popped out more than the other. When I pressed on it it could snap in and out of place. Ugh. Few months later I was bending the glasses a bit since the tinny frames needed adjustment and the lens fell out. Snapped it back in place, wasted a few days and hours worrying about it all. Screws popped out and the glasses broke too, but I repaired them with a jewelers tap and die set and oversized screw, and thread repair compound. That really helped and they lasted years after that.

Those who think that one should not "cheap out on glasses" well here is a hint: the shopping mall stores get them from basically the same countries, so just because you pay some As* f**king dipstick hole $150 or $400 does NOT mean you are getting quality glasses! You may be getting marked up $6.88 glasses that they had made in that same country. Greedy opti-as*jobs!

So I will be ordering some Glasses from Zenni and ClearContacts.ca now. Maybe 2 or 3 pairs and see who offers a good one. If 1 pair is not okay, then surely the other one will be okay (eggs in different baskets).

Some people pay more money for LUNCH AT A RESTARAUNT than what they are asking for these glasses! Cool.

[rjp123]

Any idea of where I can get measured for frames in downtown Toronto?

I have a script but need frame sizing.

[smacd]

Just go to any optical shop. Decide on the style that you like/suits you, and read the frame size on the arm. Tell them you're just looking.

[sharkbait]

I bought two pairs of single vision glasses from Goggles4u in Feb. Arrived two weeks later. I'm completely satisfied with the frames & lenses. Used the coupon from Glassyeyes for 5% discount. With free coatings, the total price was $54.00. No tax. Delivery included.
One thing about the Goggles4u site, they have US, Canadian & Europeans sites. The prices are the same for all three (eg $10 US or $10 Can. or $10 Euros) This makes buying with $C cheaper than all the others. The Canadian site is in French. Just set up an account on the US site, pick what you want and add it to your basket. Then log it to the Canadian site to checkout, & voila you've bought in $C.
Today I ordered a pair of prescription sunglasses ($C30+/-) and a pair of rimless progressive bifocals for my wife ($C70+/-). Both included coatings. As a repeat customer, an automatic 10% discount was applied, and it still accepted the Glassyeyes 5% discount. (above prices after discount). Again, no tax. Delivery included.

I tried your way, select the frame and lenses on their US website and log in their French Canadian website to pay, but when I log in the Canadian web site, the price still quote as $US so when I went to check out at the review purchase page, there is a box which ask you which currency are you paying. When I check Canadian, it automatically converts the total to Canadian as the exchange rate, of course. How did you get to pay the US total as the same Canadian? Please share. I use the same 5% discount code and everything but they converted the dollar into Canadian instead of $US=$Canadian

[rjp123]

Ok, just ordered. Will post back results when they arrive!

[leer]

I was ready to order online and looked at my prescription. The PD was missing even though on the form from the optometrist, there was a a field marked 'PD'. This particular optometrist was not located inside nor near an optical store either so he wouldn't have expected you to then go buy eyeglasses immediately thereafter.

It seems to me PD is as vital as the rest of those numbers. And it's no big deal since your face is already surrounded by all that equipment. Somehow I don't think the issue is a technical one.

So why don't many, if not most, optometrists note the PD? Is it some sort of collusion with opticians?

Will they do so upon request?

[JT94]

I was ready to order online and looked at my prescription. The PD was missing even though on the form from the optometrist, there was a a field marked 'PD'. This particular optometrist was not located inside nor near an optical store either so he wouldn't have expected you to then go buy eyeglasses immediately thereafter.

It seems to me PD is as vital as the rest of those numbers. And it's no big deal since your face is already surrounded by all that equipment. Somehow I don't think the issue is a technical one.

So why don't many, if not most, optometrists note the PD? Is it some sort of collusion with opticians?

Will they do so upon request?


Optometrists are NOT obligated to give you your PD. Opticians and optometrists can easily measure your PD with an instrument. I think optometrists decline because they are aware that an optician will just as easily measure your PD when you buy your lenses at a store. Most retail opticians will measure your PD regardless of whether you provide one or not - for peace of mind. If you explain to your optometrist that you're buying online they will understandably refuse since they want to avoid potential complaints about an incorrect PD. Likewise, if you walk into a retail store, an optician will just as likely refuse to give your PD unless you purchase glasses. Ophthalmologists will even refuse to give you your PD, since again, they will ask you to get it measured by whomever you purchase your glasses from. If your PD is incorrect, then the liability falls on whomever you purchased your lenses. Anyway, you can measure your PD yourself - google it.

By the way, by law, optometrists must sell you lenses at cost. They make most of their money from a fitting fee. See if you can lower the fitting fee with your optometrist (maybe by saying you don't have insurance), and you will get top quality lenses at a price that no optician will be able to beat.

[HowEver]

When you make an appointment with an optometrist, just ask: will the optometrist provide my pupillary distance as part of the prescription? If yes, go ahead with the appointment. If no, cancel. How hard is that?

[babinni]

Ordered hubbys very first pair of glasses, sight unseen off the internet.
It was the only way to get hubby to actually wear glasses - he had been successfully avoiding it for years.
Meaasured pupil Distance and width from internet tips. easy. Seems to have worked.

Great experience- Zenni optical $69 US for progressive lenses, anti scratch with magnetic sunglass attachment. Arrived about 10 days.

By the way he loves them. Good bye Mr. Magoo.

[jdi_knght]

March's purchase review is up on the site for anyone interested, complete with the experience and pics. Zenni was the lucky retailer this month :p

http://www.eyeglassretailerreviews.com/zenni-optical-purchase-review.html

Over the first couple months of this year, a lot of people were having issues with Zenni which was a large part in choosing them this time around.

To sum it up for anyone who doesn't want to go through the reading, the glasses themselves were pretty decent. The bigger downsides were shipping times (about 3 weeks), and the AR coating seems to be very sub-par, primarily because it reflects like crazy, and partially because it cracks easily under hot water.

Aside from those issues, the quality of the frame and lens itself seemed to be quite good.

The next retailer review will be done in April.

[napoleon1769]

So which one is the best?

[yu12]

Ordered a pair from Clearcontacs.ca, but didn't fit. I called them to get waybill to retun, customer service was good, but charged $14 shipping fee :|

Ordered from Zenni instead, see what I'll get.

[jdi_knght]

So which one is the best?

Not sure if you're asking in general which retailer is the best, but if that's the case, it really varies. Some people have great success with certain retailers, while others have issues.

It would help if you gave your specific situation/needs. For example if you just looking for who has the lowest price, the answer's probably going to be Zenni. If you're looking for Transitions-brand photochromic lenses, the answer will be someone else. If you need the fastest shipping possible, the answer can vary here too.

Giving something specific might help a bit. Something like "I wear progressives with a high prism value, want polycarbonate lenses with an AR coating, would like Transitions-brand lenses, don't care too much about frame selection, and prefer it if my glasses arrive in under a couple weeks", somebody in your position who has ordered before might say "hey, I was in exactly the same situation and I had good/bad luck with _____". This would hopefully help you more than someone who ordered basic no-frills glasses from somewhere else.

Toss in a few details and hopefully a few people can throw you some answers :)

Best of luck!

[ronatola]

I have a very large head and need 150mm - 160mm temple arms to be comfortable. I have suffered by and ordered from optical4less and goggles4u with their short arms. The last pair was 22223 from goggles4u http://www.goggles4u.com/detail.asp?pid=22223&Submit2=search
They come with 130mm and I needed to straighten the arms out to be wearable. I really like them.
I have a very light prescription for distance btw.
I have contacted both online vendors and they don't offer anything like 150mm.
Is anyone aware of where I could find some frames/lenses online in that size range?
I'm sure if I went to a store to have them custom made it would cost a fortune.

Ron.

[lord wayne]

I have a very large head and need 150mm - 160mm temple arms to be comfortable. I have suffered by and ordered from optical4less and goggles4u with their short arms. The last pair was 22223 from goggles4u http://www.goggles4u.com/detail.asp?pid=22223&Submit2=search
They come with 130mm and I needed to straighten the arms out to be wearable. I really like them.
I have a very light prescription for distance btw.
I have contacted both online vendors and they don't offer anything like 150mm.
Is anyone aware of where I could find some frames/lenses online in that size range?
I'm sure if I went to a store to have them custom made it would cost a fortune.

Ron.

G4U has this..temple of 155
http://www.goggles4u.com/detail.asp?Pid=29410

[andyp]

Ordered some glasses from Zenni Optical March 18th, arrived March 30th (Ontario).

They're perfect. Exactly what I wanted. No hesitations ordering from Zenni!

[tvl]

from my own experience, i prefer clearlycontact over zenni. I placed an order on Zenni on march 04 and receive the glasses on march 30, the glasses look nice but the material is very cheap, the lenses are thick. And just wearing them, i got dizzy.

[Bearcat_w]

I tried your way, select the frame and lenses on their US website and log in their French Canadian website to pay, but when I log in the Canadian web site, the price still quote as $US so when I went to check out at the review purchase page, there is a box which ask you which currency are you paying. When I check Canadian, it automatically converts the total to Canadian as the exchange rate, of course. How did you get to pay the US total as the same Canadian? Please share. I use the same 5% discount code and everything but they converted the dollar into Canadian instead of $US=$Canadian

Looks like they plugged the loophole. I used it twice, in Feb. & Mar., but they are using $US now. Sorry.

[L505]

Arrival!

Zenni sent the glasses fast, much faster than I expected. Arrived faster than the clearlycontacts order so far..

Do not know why but Zenni sent via DHL Express yellow truck. Package origin: Asia.

USD $20 for a pair of glasses shipped by dhl express?? Wow. Super.

The quality is better than my $150 pair that I bought at a shopping mall a few years ago. Style is a bit different than my pair but I knew that when I ordered. I would order a few more pairs from them again just to repay them back for what they did. I thought they would have sent it by air mail, not dhl express! Still baffled!

Happy!!

[bigwiggum23]

:mad:
I ordered some glasses during the Calgary promotion on Feb 2. It's now April 2
They keep telling me "next week." The have also offered me $10 off my order. That would be nice but I highly doubt they'll ever get their crap together to make my glasses and ship my order.

I'd cancel, but I now want to see how just how long it'll take these *$*&%
to ship. Funny thing is they alway reply promptly to my complaints.
:mad:

[Vidkid72]

I just received my prescription sunglasses from Goggles4u.com and love them. I ordered them nearly 3 weeks ago. That was 45.00 well spent especially with the thinner lenses and my huge prescription! I usually pay anywhere from 4-800.00 for my regular glasses and this feels amazing. I've never owned sunglasses before and feel pretty excited about having a pair.

Oddly enough they came from Pakistan!

Thanks to everyone in this thread and to RFD. :D

[HowEver]

:mad:
I ordered some glasses during the Calgary promotion on Feb 2. It's now April 2
They keep telling me "next week." The have also offered me $10 off my order. That would be nice but I highly doubt they'll ever get their crap together to make my glasses and ship my order.

I'd cancel, but I now want to see how just how long it'll take these *$*&%
to ship. Funny thing is they alway reply promptly to my complaints.
:mad:

Wait, so you got free glasses, $10 off, and it's been two months? Just making sure I understand correctly.

[L505]

:mad:
I ordered some glasses during the Calgary promotion on Feb 2. It's now April 2
They keep telling me "next week." :


Interesting - possibly some glasses are much harder to construct or make than others?

Or maybe just randomly they decide to ship the orders that have paid money first before the freebies?

Hmm, mileage seems to vary with these glasses companies. Some have fast shipping, some slow.

[rjp123]

I haven't worn glasses in 10+ years (been wearing contacts daily). My prescription is light (-2/-1.5) with a slight astigmatism.

My glasses from g4u arrived on Friday! Very quick shipping.

When I ordered I scanned my prescription from my doctor and attached it via the web form - making it easy for them to get it right.

The quality of the frame and lens (material wise) is great and the value for the dollar is bang on.

Note: I'm not sure if it is because I'm not used to glasses - but when I wear them, things feel a little "off". They are clear when looking straight ahead, but moving my head left and right it feels like they shift perspective of things slightly (things stretch/squish in my peripheral vision when moving my field of vision). It is difficult to describe - but they definitely feel different (not as good) as contact lenses. The glasses are not uncomfortable - but the perspective shifting gives an odd feeling to wearing them. Maybe this is common with all glasses and I will just adjust the more I wear them. Either way I am going to take them to my optometrist to get his take.

[avexus]

very hapy with my first zenni order.

probably the best quality lenes/frames i have ever purchased. I usually buy transitions, but i decide just to try regular lenses first. lenses are very thin, and frames are great quality. would order again. but DONT ORDER THE CLIP ONS, they suck. very fast shipping. got it within 2 weeks.

[Vidkid72]

I haven't worn glasses in 10+ years (been wearing contacts daily). My prescription is light (-2/-1.5) with a slight astigmatism.

My glasses from g4u arrived on Friday! Very quick shipping.

When I ordered I scanned my prescription from my doctor and attached it via the web form - making it easy for them to get it right.

The quality of the frame and lens (material wise) is great and the value for the dollar is bang on.

Note: I'm not sure if it is because I'm not used to glasses - but when I wear them, things feel a little "off". They are clear when looking straight ahead, but moving my head left and right it feels like they shift perspective of things slightly (things stretch/squish in my peripheral vision when moving my field of vision). It is difficult to describe - but they definitely feel different (not as good) as contact lenses. The glasses are not uncomfortable - but the perspective shifting gives an odd feeling to wearing them. Maybe this is common with all glasses and I will just adjust the more I wear them. Either way I am going to take them to my optometrist to get his take.

Maybe your PD is off? Did you supply that to them? It's not usually on the prescription and is something the optometrist measures.

When I sent them my scan of my prescription I wrote my PD in the notes field and my glasses are perfect.

[rjp123]

Maybe your PD is off? Did you supply that to them? It's not usually on the prescription and is something the optometrist measures.

When I sent them my scan of my prescription I wrote my PD in the notes field and my glasses are perfect.

Yeah, my script had the near and far PD values on it. I'm thinking maybe they messed them up and made the lenses in reverse.

Can an optician check the PD of already made lenses?

[Vidkid72]

Yeah, my script had the near and far PD values on it. I'm thinking maybe they messed them up and made the lenses in reverse.

Can an optician check the PD of already made lenses?

I'm not sure what near and far PD is. As far as I know the PD is only one measurement which is the measurement from the center of your nose to the center of your pupil on one side of your face. For example my PD is 68 which is 34 per side of my face. I've never seen that on a prescription although I'm not saying it can't be though.

If your PD is off then you may get what you're experiencing as you're not looking through the center of the lense.

An optician can definitely check the PD of already prepared lenses but so can you using a ruler or measuring tape that is in mm. Measure from the center of one lense to the center of the other. That should match your PD.

[uknowzip]

I am considering to get a pair of sunglasses with progressive, super thin non-scratch and dark but not brown lens. I don't know if polarization will work in progressive lens. Which outlet is the best based on your experience? Thanks in advance.

[canadiannancy]

I wear progressives with prism correction....I have looked at some of the sites who do not offer prism correction. I don't care much about frame(certainly don't care if they are name brand) and do not expect my glasses in a super quick fashion(can't usually get them that quickly in a b&m store).

Anybody have any experience with any of these retailers offering prisms and progressive bifocals?

[smacd]

I wear progressives with prism correction....I have looked at some of the sites who do not offer prism correction. I don't care much about frame(certainly don't care if they are name brand) and do not expect my glasses in a super quick fashion(can't usually get them that quickly in a b&m store).

Anybody have any experience with any of these retailers offering prisms and progressive bifocals?

I don't know anything about prism correction, but if you can't find it, it's still worthwhile to order frames online and get a place like Walmart to supply and install the lens. You're still saving 75-90% on the frame cost.

[kdoub]

I wear progressives with prism correction....I have looked at some of the sites who do not offer prism correction. I don't care much about frame(certainly don't care if they are name brand) and do not expect my glasses in a super quick fashion(can't usually get them that quickly in a b&m store).

Anybody have any experience with any of these retailers offering prisms and progressive bifocals?

I would check out optical4less. I don't need prism correction so I'm not sure if they do it or not but they do have a lot of possible fields to fill when entering a prescription.

I've ordered from them and it has been around 3-4 weeks to get my glasses. I've been very happy with the end product.

[jdi_knght]

I am considering to get a pair of sunglasses with progressive, super thin non-scratch and dark but not brown lens. I don't know if polarization will work in progressive lens. Which outlet is the best based on your experience? Thanks in advance.

I looked at a few retailers, the only ones I came up with so far who offer polarized progressive lenses was Optical4less in either Grey, Brown, or Hunter Green, and EyeglassDirect in Grey or Green. Maybe someone's looked into it further and can come up with a few more for you.

[Vidkid72]

I am considering to get a pair of sunglasses with progressive, super thin non-scratch and dark but not brown lens. I don't know if polarization will work in progressive lens. Which outlet is the best based on your experience? Thanks in advance.

I don't have progressives but for my strong prescription I ordered some sunglasses from goggles4u.com in black and I couldn't be happier. I paid for the one thinness level down. I wouldn't hesitate to purchase another pair from them.

[mrken]

I have a fairly strong prescription (around -8 sphere and -4 cylinder) so lenses are very expensive for me. I looked at several online retailers and some do not even offer lenses my cylinder values. Which company is recommended for accurate and high quality lenses? I am not too picky on frames.

Thank you!

[Vidkid72]

I have a fairly strong prescription (around -8 sphere and -4 cylinder) so lenses are very expensive for me. I looked at several online retailers and some do not even offer lenses my cylinder values. Which company is recommended for accurate and high quality lenses? I am not too picky on frames.

Thank you!

Googles4u.com offers nearly anything. Some of the cheap sites wanted to tack on an extra charge for my prescription because it was heavy. Mine are -7 and -6.5 and they tried charging me extra. Goggles4u.com was the only one I found that didn't charge extra for heavy prescriptions.

I hope this helps.

[CingKrab]

I have a fairly strong prescription (around -8 sphere and -4 cylinder) so lenses are very expensive for me. I looked at several online retailers and some do not even offer lenses my cylinder values. Which company is recommended for accurate and high quality lenses? I am not too picky on frames.

Thank you!

SelectSpecs did my prescription, which is stronger than yours (in terms of myopic-ness, not astigmatism), and I think they did a pretty good job. It's now my daily wear pair. They also have 1.74 index lenses.

[okiwan]

I would check out optical4less. I don't need prism correction so I'm not sure if they do it or not but they do have a lot of possible fields to fill when entering a prescription.

I've ordered from them and it has been around 3-4 weeks to get my glasses. I've been very happy with the end product.

I have ordered from clearlycontacts, optical4less and goggles4u.
My script is -6.
Clearly contacts sent me a nice set of CK frames with 1.61 index, which were totally worth the $100. Since then, they have gotten rid of 1.61 index lenses, as well as free shipping and trial packs, which makes them a much less attractive and more expensive option. Now if I order from them I'll be forced to get 1.67 index lenses, which really are not worth the extra scratch.
I ordered shades in aviator style from Optical4less with a "mirror coat". Lenses did not seem like 1.67 index, they were super thick. The "mirror coat" was some sort of weird coating, which is in no way mirror-like. Essentially unwearable. Customer service completely unhelpful.
Goggles4u glasses were 1.61 index, decent price and fairly good quality. Not the quality of clearlycontacts, but definitely wearable.

[ZapoAM]

Has anyone seen small, round glasses for sale at one of these places? I've been searching for frames along this (http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31sN0A3-SnL._SL500_AA280_.jpg) kind of line, though not sunglasses, and I've had no luck.

Also, my own two cents on retailers:

Zenni Optical: Do not recommend. They were inexpensive, but the lenses weren't even close to prescription. It took 4 months to get replacements sent, and the frames broke three weeks later.
.
Clearly Contacts: Expensive, but everything was perfect from the get go. Now, however, they seem to be charging an additional fee for my prescription strength - which isn't that bad, just -3.5. They're not that much cheaper than local stores.

[RudeDoggy]

Just thought I would post my experience with ClearlyContacts.ca

I bought 2 boxes of contact lenses and thought I'd take them up on their offer for a pair of glasses with a free return policy.

After waiting 2 weeks for the sunglasses to be made (not a big deal), they sent out the whole package via overnight FedEx. The shipping was very quick!

For some reason, when I put on the sunglasses (Nike frames with an Rx of -2.75 in one eye and -2.25 in the other with a slight cylinder correction of -098 in one eye), whenever I looked out the left side of the glasses (i.e. moving my eyes and not my head), it was distorted and out of focus. I have never had glasses do this to me before. It was very strange and gave me headaches. (I provided the PD measurement that was on my Rx to clearlycontacts.ca.)

Needless to say, I sent the glasses back the next day via their return label (Expresspost). At this point I had still not paid for anything as the CSR when I ordered said I could order first then pay after.

A week later I got a letter in the mail stating that I owed for the glasses and contacts. I called the CSR and told them I had returned the glasses. It didn't show up in their system. I asked the CSR if they could just stop sending the notices and I will pay for the contacts once they receive confirmation that they receive the glasses. They said, "No problem."

Another week goes by and now I get another letter stating that they will be sending my bill to a collection agency (!!!). I call their CSR again and explain the situation. The glasses still don't show up in their system. I again asked them not to send it to collections, that I would pay once they processed my return.

A week later I received another letter, so this time I call back, pretty annoyed. They received the return (finally) and I paid my outstanding balance right away.

My experience with this company was pretty dismal. In the end I paid quite a bit for my two boxes of Acuvue Oasys ($90+) and I will not be ordering glasses from them again. Sorry for the long-winded rant.

P.S. Their online ordering system is messed up. I had ordered the glasses and contacts without even knowing it. The only reason how/why I knew was that I got a confirmation email. Very strange.

[macthehoser]

An optician can definitely check the PD of already prepared lenses but so can you using a ruler or measuring tape that is in mm. Measure from the center of one lense to the center of the other. That should match your PD.

How do you tell where the optical center of your lense is?

[Vidkid72]

How do you tell where the optical center of your lense is?

I do believe it's the thinnest part of the lense in the curve but could be wrong. If it's indeed the thinnest part then it's fairly easy to see if the PD is somewhat close to your actual PD. Take them to an optician and just politely ask them to check the PD. They should do it for free I would think.

Measuring your PD is fairly simple:
http://www.stingyspecs.com.au/what-is-PD.html
http://www.39dollarglasses.com/help_topics/about_your_pd.html

However what I did was the last time I bought glasses locally I asked them what my PD was when I purchased my glasses since they have a machine and is far more accurate than me placing a ruler on my face. It takes 2 seconds for them to put the machine on your nose and they may do it for free if you asked when they weren't busy at a local place.

[TheHans]

So I wear progressives and I discovered that Goggles4U will not let me order progressives in glass any longer. Other retailers that use glass charge *way* more than Goggles4U did and I'm hesitant to spend $150-200 on a place I do not have any experience with. So I'm now thinking about plastic after all this time. I've always avoided plastic due to the scratching. I've been wearing glasses for a *long* time and I've absolutely never had a pair of glass lenses scratch, despite what opticians say. I think opticians push plastic more due to the fact that they *do* scratch, so there's more business for them.

So, to those on this thread, how bad is it with scratching if one has the anti-scratch coating? How long can I hope to keep a pair of glasses and how do you clean them anyway? And if they scratch, I heard you can use a CD repair kit to fix the scratch. Is this actually true?

The Hans

[DBM]

Has anyone tried Goggles4u's photochromatic lenses? How are they? How long do they take to transition?

[3weddings]

Has anyone tried Goggles4u's photochromatic lenses? How are they? How long do they take to transition?

was just about to ask the same thing! Also do they change while driving?

I know Transitions now has one that will, and would prefer that.

Thanks

[jdi_knght]

So, to those on this thread, how bad is it with scratching if one has the anti-scratch coating? How long can I hope to keep a pair of glasses and how do you clean them anyway? And if they scratch, I heard you can use a CD repair kit to fix the scratch. Is this actually true?

There's a bit of info in an (old) writeup on cleaning glasses (http://free-info-pages.com/how-to-clean-your-glasses-without-leaving-scratches.htm).

Plastic will certainly scratch more easily than glass despite the anti-scratch coating. It all really depends on how hard you are on the glasses, and how you go about cleaning them.

I used "whatever was most convenient" to clean an old pair of glasses (paper towels, the bottom of the t-shirt I was wearing, etc), and within 5 years they were so heavily scratched that I wouldn't be able to wear them now if I wanted to. On a new pair, I used mild dish soap + water, and they've gone 3 years without any cleaning-related damage. There are some scratches here and there, usually from smacking my face into something while working on a car, but they're few and minor - I don't notice them unless I actually take off the glasses and inspect the lenses.

In any case, the best generally-accepted method of cleaning lenses is a micro-fibre cloth since the material itself won't scratch. Many online retailers throw one in for free when you buy glasses. I'd imagine a local place would probably be willing to give ya a free one with a glasses purchase too. Grab a bottle of spray lens-cleaner from a local optical store (even Wal-mart's), spray it on the lenses, and wipe it clean with the micro-fiber cloth. The only down-side to this method is that if any grit/etc actually gets *embedded* in the cloth over time, that grit could scratch the lenses. You can wash the cloth to reduce this, but I'd be inclined to hand-wash it, and simply replace it every so often instead. Whatever you do, don't throw it in the laundry with other dirty clothes, or use any fabric softener on it (it'll leave a film).

The method I tend to use for cleaning is dish soap + warm water. Get the water warm (not hot or any AR coatings may crack), rinse the lenses, put a couple drops of mild dish soap on each side of the lenses, and rub it lightly between your fingers (make sure your hands are clean first!). Then rinse the soap off - the water will usually run right off the coatings without leaving any streaks. If for whatever reason your coatings aren't water repellent though, you may end up having to use a micro-fibre cloth to wipe them dry anyway.

Whatever you do and however you decide to clean your lenses, don't use any of the following:
-Paper towel
-Kleenex
-A piece of clothing (as convenient as it may be)
-Windex (contains ammonia - not so good for coatings)

Always try and clean them "wet". The solution in optical spray-cleaners is often nice and slippery, but even plain water's a better lubricant than nothing :)

[TheHans]

Thanks for the response.

The Hans

[shoprider]

i got an email from www.clearlycontacts.ca and they've added more frames to their $38 price point glasses. Worth checking out.

[nacho113]

i got an email from www.clearlycontacts.ca and they've added more frames to their $38 price point glasses. Worth checking out.

Check out costalcontacts.com (this is clearly contacts US sister site) they are having a 72 hour sale (but it's been running for a couple of days now) Prices are in US dollars, but almost all of there $38 glasses are $19.95 and there is even a few of pairs available for $6.95. Shipping is $9.95 and mine just shipped from there BC facility. I read about this on the Glassy Eyes blog - credit where credit is due. http://glassyeyes.blogspot.com/

Oops I mean www.coastalcontacts.com

[3weddings]

First Time customers will get 10% off any orders over $129 and free overnight shipping!

http://www.clearlycontacts.ca/cNewCustomer.html
http://www.clearlycontacts.ca/imageresources/Promos/Landing/CANewCust/images/img_Main10.gif

[Carebear]

Just ordered my first pair from Clearly Contacts, and can't wait to see what the quality is like.

[gsrrr]

If you need high-index lenses or any other extras -- the prices on coastal are the equivalent of clearlycontacts -- except in USD. Same goes for the shipping. So if you need any extras -- it may still be cheaper to go with clearlycontacts.

Check out costalcontacts.com (this is clearly contacts US sister site) they are having a 72 hour sale (but it's been running for a couple of days now) Prices are in US dollars, but almost all of there $38 glasses are $19.95 and there is even a few of pairs available for $6.95. Shipping is $9.95 and mine just shipped from there BC facility. I read about this on the Glassy Eyes blog - credit where credit is due. http://glassyeyes.blogspot.com/

Oops I mean www.coastalcontacts.com

[blueraiin]

Without reading through this whole thread - anyone know what the cheapest site is for prescription sunglasses is? Preferably aviators?

[Carebear]

Just ordered my first pair from Clearly Contacts, and can't wait to see what the quality is like.

Received my glasses from ClearyContacts.ca today. I'm really happy with them, and would definitely buy from them again. I can't believe how much I've saved. Now, I just need to see whether my extended health benefits coverage will cover the cost.

[professionaldude]

Received my glasses from ClearyContacts.ca today. I'm really happy with them, and would definitely buy from them again. I can't believe how much I've saved. Now, I just need to see whether my extended health benefits coverage will cover the cost.

Hey! what frame did you get? I am thinking of ordering this (https://www.clearlycontacts.ca/glasses/frames/joseph-marc-4002/prod24002.html) but not sure how will they look on me.

[nacho113]

Hey! what frame did you get? I am thinking of ordering this (https://www.clearlycontacts.ca/glasses/frames/joseph-marc-4002/prod24002.html) but not sure how will they look on me.

I just recieved a pair of that exact frame from coastalcontacts.com (they were $6.95 in there 72 hour sale so I grabbed a couple of different pairs while the sale was on).
I like the frames , but sizing info is pretty minimal on both of this company's websites.
The lens height on these is only 24mm so it's a little smaller than I like (usually I order 30mm or larger lens height) . Total width of the frame is 132mm. Hope this sizing info helps your decision. The frames are nice if the sizing is right for you.
Otherwise the frames are sturdy and the Rx was right on the money so I'm pretty pleased overall. Only took 5 days from order date last Saturday to them arriving at my door on Thursday (only really 3 business days)

BTW, those frames are still available on there US site (coastalcontacts.com) but they are $19.95 now, still going to be cheaper even with the exchange than the $38Cdn on clearlycontacts.ca.
They are listed in the $38 glasses section (coastalcontacts.com)and most are $19.95 in that section and there are some $6.95 frames there also.

[professionaldude]

Thank's I can't believe those were $6.95 ? :o anyway, I just ordered it for $31.29 USD which is still cheaper than what they listed on .ca website.

[krs]

What these sites need is a decent search capability.

I have a set of glasses now that I really like - I should be able to put in the basic size parameters of the frames and have the software find the ones that meet this criteria.
Clearly contacts seems to be especially bad in that regard.

I wanted progressive lenses and I don't see a way ob their website to just select frames for progressive lenses.
Zenni Optical at least goes that far.
Clearly contacts also gives you a lot fewer dimensions of the frames than Zenni.

Selecting the frame is the hardest part of this exercise, measuring PD the next most difficult part. But the savings are prett huge.

I just ordered from Zenni and after I was done, it seems that they offer to send you frames to try. Didn't read the details, but if someone is struggling to decide on a frame, you may want to look at their site.

[nacho113]

Without reading through this whole thread - anyone know what the cheapest site is for prescription sunglasses is? Preferably aviators?

Here's a couple of possibilities for you:
Zenni http://zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=518&cat=20&page=1
http://zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=473&cat=20&page=1
$8.00 frames and $4.95 tinting +$6.95 shipping to Canada ... can't go too far wrong there
or how about these from Globaleyeglases
http://globaleyeglasses.com/cat/Metal-sunglasses.html
sunlenses ad $11.99 to the frame price ($5-$10) but they really are a nice sunglass, (as compared to a pair of eyeglasses with tint)
Shipping is the killer from these guys though, they use Fed-ex so it's about $17 for one pair and each extra pair in the order increases the shipping another dollar or 2. They are a faster than most of the other places, my last order took about a week from order to my doorstep

[smacd]

What these sites need is a decent search capability.

I have a set of glasses now that I really like - I should be able to put in the basic size parameters of the frames and have the software find the ones that meet this criteria.
Clearly contacts seems to be especially bad in that regard.

I wanted progressive lenses and I don't see a way ob their website to just select frames for progressive lenses.
Zenni Optical at least goes that far.
Clearly contacts also gives you a lot fewer dimensions of the frames than Zenni.

Selecting the frame is the hardest part of this exercise, measuring PD the next most difficult part. But the savings are prett huge.

I just ordered from Zenni and after I was done, it seems that they offer to send you frames to try. Didn't read the details, but if someone is struggling to decide on a frame, you may want to look at their site.

I don't think ClearlyContacts sells progressives yet. There used to be a banner saying "Coming soon, progressive lens", but I couldn't find it.

[martianmarvin]

Thank's I can't believe those were $6.95 ? :o anyway, I just ordered it for $31.29 USD which is still cheaper than what they listed on .ca website.
Both sites are now charging $39.99 for the 1.61 lenses whereas they used to be free with any frame, now you get 1.5 lenses for free with frames. Luckily I bought before this change happened.

[jkyc]

Does anyone has a coupon code for the Zenni Optical? thans

[Corel]

Both sites are now charging $39.99 for the 1.61 lenses whereas they used to be free with any frame, now you get 1.5 lenses for free with frames. Luckily I bought before this change happened.

Yikes,

So what retailer doesn't have this charge still?

[Carebear]

Hey! what frame did you get? I am thinking of ordering this (https://www.clearlycontacts.ca/glasses/frames/joseph-marc-4002/prod24002.html) but not sure how will they look on me.

I actually bought the J-Lo Gunmetal frames. (Yes, I know... J-Lo. Never thought I'd own anything with her name on it, but I bought for the style not the brand.)

[nacho113]

I don't think ClearlyContacts sells progressives yet. There used to be a banner saying "Coming soon, progressive lens", but I couldn't find it.

They have started selling progressives now, but the lens options start at $99 and go up from there - OUCH!
If you click on a frame you are interested in and load it's page, there is info about the frame under the picture - size, colour, etc. , you will also notice now that it says "eligible for progressives" then yes or no.
If the frame you have picked is "eligible for progressives" , when you click on the ORDER NOW! button the next screen allows you to pick progressives as an option and adds the "ADD" field into the prescription entry area.

[nacho113]

Both sites are now charging $39.99 for the 1.61 lenses whereas they used to be free with any frame, now you get 1.5 lenses for free with frames. Luckily I bought before this change happened.

I just noticed that too. I wonder when they changed that?
I just checked the reciept for my first order and it states 1.61 index . I placed my second order on Thursday last week for some sunglasses but never noticed if the lens choice had dropped to the 1.50 lenses. I hope not, they will be pretty thick lenses with a 3.50 prescription. Oh well, hopefully they will be OK as sunglasses. Just have to wait and see I guess.

[martianmarvin]

I just noticed that too. I wonder when they changed that?
I just checked the reciept for my first order and it states 1.61 index . I placed my second order on Thursday last week for some sunglasses but never noticed if the lens choice had dropped to the 1.50 lenses. I hope not, they will be pretty thick lenses with a 3.50 prescription. Oh well, hopefully they will be OK as sunglasses. Just have to wait and see I guess.
I think that you should be OK because the change happened Friday or sometime after that. I guess that they were'nt making as much on all of these RFD orders and the free glasses promotions must have put a dent to their bottom line. :cheesygri

[krs]

They have started selling progressives now, but the lens options start at $99 and go up from there - OUCH!
If you click on a frame you are interested in and load it's page, there is info about the frame under the picture - size, colour, etc. , you will also notice now that it says "eligible for progressives" then yes or no.
If the frame you have picked is "eligible for progressives" , when you click on the ORDER NOW! button the next screen allows you to pick progressives as an option and adds the "ADD" field into the prescription entry area.

I just ordered progressive lenses at Zenni.
Not the cheapest frame either and a very strong prescription and the total came to $US 46.90.

Maybe anyone who wants progressive lenses should get them now before Zenni bumps up te price as well.

[smacd]

[QUOTE=krs;8697888]I just ordered progressive lenses at Zenni.
Not the cheapest frame either and a very strong prescription and the total came to $US 46.90.

Maybe anyone who wants progressive lenses should get them now before Zenni bumps up te price as well.[/QUOTE

I bought a pair of progressives from Zenni in Nov for a similar price, around $65 cdn delivered. While I am fairly happy with them, I think the next time I would ask for the reading lens part to be on the bottom third rather than the bottom half. These were my first progressives and I found that having the transition line right in the middle is very distracting. I mostly use them just as reading glasses now.

[WalterQ]

I just recieved a pair of that exact frame from coastalcontacts.com (they were $6.95 in there 72 hour sale so I grabbed a couple of different pairs while the sale was on).
I like the frames , but sizing info is pretty minimal on both of this company's websites.
The lens height on these is only 24mm so it's a little smaller than I like (usually I order 30mm or larger lens height) . Total width of the frame is 132mm. Hope this sizing info helps your decision. The frames are nice if the sizing is right for you.
Otherwise the frames are sturdy and the Rx was right on the money so I'm pretty pleased overall. Only took 5 days from order date last Saturday to them arriving at my door on Thursday (only really 3 business days)

BTW, those frames are still available on there US site (coastalcontacts.com) but they are $19.95 now, still going to be cheaper even with the exchange than the $38Cdn on clearlycontacts.ca.
They are listed in the $38 glasses section (coastalcontacts.com)and most are $19.95 in that section and there are some $6.95 frames there also.


Look great (especially for $7) but now up to $25.

I was supposed to get 1.61 index lenses per pre May package but how would I tell if they're 1.50?

[ngockie]

Hey has anyone recently had troubles with goggles4u?

I ordered a sweet pair of glasses one month and 2 days ago and still have not received them.

I contacted goggles4u and they had said that they may have been "lost in transit" and have offered to give me a replacement pair.

Has anyone from Ontario or even Canada experienced a shipping time of over one month and eventually received their glasses?

i was really excited about the frames i ordered but now theyre out of stock :(

any responses would be appreciated.

[sneak]

Can anyone comment on the quality of generic polycarbonate lenses vs Essilor lenses smartbuyglasses.ca sells? How about generic transitions vs the Essilor transitions?

Basically it's a difference of $50+$60=$110 and $100+$170=$270 for just the lenses. Is it worth paying 2.5x the price? Are there any drawbacks in going with generic polycarbonate transitions (reaction time to tint/untint, sensitivity degradation, how dark they get, etc)?

[zelara]

How are shipping times recently with Zenni? I ordered a pair years ago, and I don't remember how long it took then. Anybody have recent problems with them?

(and yes, I am too lazy to search the thread beyond a few pages. I'm sorry.)

[drunkgoat]

I'm fairly pleased with my purchase of a few pairs of glasses from Clearly Contacts so I decided to take some pictures and share a 20% off coupon.

I'm impressed with the quality of frames that I was able to pickup for 6.95 during their recent sale. The 1.61 index lenses are very nice in terms of thickness and weight compared to the 1.57s I had from Zenni.

Each pair of glasses came with:
1 hard shell case
1 soft cover
1 microfiber cleaning cloth
1 mini Phillips and flat head key chain screwdriver (For fitting/tightening).


Also, their shipping was very fast compared to Zenni. 1 week in total. Ordered on a Thursday, shipped the following Tuesday, received on Thursday.

20% OFF coupon code:

TELLAFRIEND

Here's some pictures I took of the package and contents:

http://img24.imageshack.us/img24/7901/img3596a.th.jpg (http://img24.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img3596a.jpg)
http://img13.imageshack.us/img13/2903/img3593p.th.jpg (http://img13.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img3593p.jpg)
http://img17.imageshack.us/img17/4332/img3594mtq.th.jpg (http://img17.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img3594mtq.jpg)
http://img18.imageshack.us/img18/2861/img3597i.th.jpg (http://img18.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img3597i.jpg)
http://img24.imageshack.us/img24/3038/img3599u.th.jpg (http://img24.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img3599u.jpg)
http://img8.imageshack.us/img8/4647/img3600y.th.jpg (http://img8.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img3600y.jpg)

[3weddings]

I just noticed that too. I wonder when they changed that?
I just checked the reciept for my first order and it states 1.61 index . I placed my second order on Thursday last week for some sunglasses but never noticed if the lens choice had dropped to the 1.50 lenses. I hope not, they will be pretty thick lenses with a 3.50 prescription. Oh well, hopefully they will be OK as sunglasses. Just have to wait and see I guess.

I ordered last Thursday as well, and the sunglasses were indeed 1.61

Now just waiting on the order.....tap tap tap

[adot111]

I'm fairly pleased with my purchase of a few pairs of glasses from Clearly Contacts so I decided to take some pictures and share a 20% off coupon.

I'm impressed with the quality of frames that I was able to pickup for 6.95 during their recent sale. The 1.61 index lenses are very nice in terms of thickness and weight compared to the 1.57s I had from Zenni.

Each pair of glasses came with:
1 hard shell case
1 soft cover
1 microfiber cleaning cloth
1 mini Phillips and flat head key chain screwdriver (For fitting/tightening).


Also, their shipping was very fast compared to Zenni. 1 week in total. Ordered on a Thursday, shipped the following Tuesday, received on Thursday.

20% OFF coupon code:

TELLAFRIEND



This coupon code does not work for me?
Don't know why?

[fergy]

This coupon code does not work for me?
Don't know why?

If the TELLAFREIND code doesn't work at www.clearlycontacts.ca then call their 1-800 number.

Here you can find some coupon codes for www.coastalcontacts.ca
http://www.colormecontacts.com/getcoupon.htm
Coastal Contacts are in US dollars. Clearly Contacts are in Canada bucks.

[addicted2deals]

Coupon code CANUCKS worked for me (clearlycontacts.ca)

20% off

[renegadeavenger]

Anyone that ordered from ZenniOptical got their order shipped yet?
I ordered april 28th and I am still waiting... their customer service just claims to wait another week...

I ordered from these guys 6 months ago and it came within 2 weeks, no idea why their service has now became very slow..

[Ahzuz]

Man I have to share this, crazy story about eye doctor BS wanting to brainwash me tellin that buying on the internet is EVIL.

I went to my local IRIS to get an eye exam today, been 3 years and I wanted to order new 38$ glasses and new contacts soon from clearlycontacts. So at the beginning of the eye exam I tell the doctor that I would like to have all the infos (including PD if possible) so i could buy glasses. She then starts a long presentation telling me it's not right to buy glasses on the web because if I have troubles i'm gonna get back to IRIS to fix my glasses while they didn't sell anything to me. She also said if everyone was doing this the eye doctor couldn't live, that doing this is kinda exploiting them because we just go there to get our prescriptions then we leave to buy elsewhere,etc ,etc ,etc... Man it was LONG, so went out that I paid 100$, she told me my view went down a little bit but i couldn't have the prescription because she has to call the legal assistant to see if she can give me any info if i'm not buying anything there after my exam. That's pure BS! She said they might charge me like 70$ to just give me a printout of my eye infos... Anything similar even happened to them ? Man, I just want to order glasses and they just rape me in the arse!

[wiebecj]

Man I have to share this, crazy story about eye doctor BS wanting to brainwash me tellin that buying on the internet is EVIL.

I went to my local IRIS to get an eye exam today, been 3 years and I wanted to order new 38$ glasses and new contacts soon from clearlycontacts. So at the beginning of the eye exam I tell the doctor that I would like to have all the infos (including PD if possible) so i could buy glasses. She then starts a long presentation telling me it's not right to buy glasses on the web because if I have troubles i'm gonna get back to IRIS to fix my glasses while they didn't sell anything to me. She also said if everyone was doing this the eye doctor couldn't live, that doing this is kinda exploiting them because we just go there to get our prescriptions then we leave to buy elsewhere,etc ,etc ,etc... Man it was LONG, so went out that I paid 100$, she told me my view went down a little bit but i couldn't have the prescription because she has to call the legal assistant to see if she can give me any info if i'm not buying anything there after my exam. That's pure BS! She said they might charge me like 70$ to just give me a printout of my eye infos... Anything similar even happened to them ? Man, I just want to order glasses and they just rape me in the arse!

Well, according to the opticians association of Canada, the perscription is YOUR property and must be given upon request. Not sure if there is any different rules in Quebec though.

http://opticians.ca/OAC/index.asp?id=6#purchaseEG

Am I required to purchase glasses or contact lenses from the same place that I get my prescription?

You should not feel obligated to purchase your glasses or contact lenses from the practice that has provided you with the prescription. The prescription is your property and you should ask for and be able to receive that document without condition or stipulation. The prescription forms a part of your medical record. You should, however have your eyeglasses or contact lenses dispensed by a regulated vision care professional.

[rmdliu]

Yeah, I ordered several eye-glasses from coastal contacts (clearly contacts) when they were having the 70hrs sale. My experience with them are great. I also ordered couple of their $6.95 eyeglasses, and they all looked fantastic. Very good quality products and fast shipment! I'll definitely shop again! 2 thumbs up:cheesygri

[Conky]

I bought a pair of $38 glasses at clearly contacts last october and the lens coating is starting to get scratched off

Can I get a new set of lenses only?(they still carry my frames, there's nothing wrong with the ones I have and they're my only pair so sending the frames in would be inconvenient and unnecesary)

[krs]

Well, according to the opticians association of Canada, the perscription is YOUR property and must be given upon request. Not sure if there is any different rules in Quebec though.

http://opticians.ca/OAC/index.asp?id=6#purchaseEG

Am I required to purchase glasses or contact lenses from the same place that I get my prescription?

You should not feel obligated to purchase your glasses or contact lenses from the practice that has provided you with the prescription. The prescription is your property and you should ask for and be able to receive that document without condition or stipulation. The prescription forms a part of your medical record. You should, however have your eyeglasses or contact lenses dispensed by a regulated vision care professional.

That web site specifically excludes Quebec.
I assume there is an equivalent organization in Quebec that I would contact if I got a hassle from an optometrist.
You pay for the eye examination and prescription (or the government does) - it's not a freebee that somehow gets paid for by the profits when you buy lenses or contacts.

I don't know about other locations, but here, the stores that sell glasses and contacts have a gigantic space in the mall which is mostly empty, but very expensive space - like a small dance hall with the frames displayed on shelves along the wall, a couple of small desks and the rest is empty space.
No wonder they need to charge outrageous prices to pay for the rent.

[HowEver]

I bought a pair of $38 glasses at clearly contacts last october and the lens coating is starting to get scratched off

Can I get a new set of lenses only?(they still carry my frames, there's nothing wrong with the ones I have and they're my only pair so sending the frames in would be inconvenient and unnecesary)

What did clearlycontacts say when you called about a warranty fix?

[ThirteenInchMags]

Ordered a pair last week thursday (coastalcontacts.com) and received it 6 days later.
I am quite impressed with the Kam Dhillon line.
;)

[renegadeavenger]

Just an update for Zenni Optical

I know they have been busy, but I did contact them about my status of my order placed on April 28th. One pair was shipped by DHL and arrived. Another pair because its progressive will be shipped soon. But either way, I am surprised that Zenni would go with DHL to make up for the lost time.

[Ahzuz]

Well, according to the opticians association of Canada, the perscription is YOUR property and must be given upon request. Not sure if there is any different rules in Quebec though.

http://opticians.ca/OAC/index.asp?id=6#purchaseEG

Am I required to purchase glasses or contact lenses from the same place that I get my prescription?

You should not feel obligated to purchase your glasses or contact lenses from the practice that has provided you with the prescription. The prescription is your property and you should ask for and be able to receive that document without condition or stipulation. The prescription forms a part of your medical record. You should, however have your eyeglasses or contact lenses dispensed by a regulated vision care professional.

That web site specifically excludes Quebec.
I assume there is an equivalent organization in Quebec that I would contact if I got a hassle from an optometrist.
You pay for the eye examination and prescription (or the government does) - it's not a freebee that somehow gets paid for by the profits when you buy lenses or contacts.

I don't know about other locations, but here, the stores that sell glasses and contacts have a gigantic space in the mall which is mostly empty, but very expensive space - like a small dance hall with the frames displayed on shelves along the wall, a couple of small desks and the rest is empty space.
No wonder they need to charge outrageous prices to pay for the rent.
Thanks for the infos guys...
I'm surely gonna try to find more infos about it... it's a pure rape.

[leez0r]

I just thought i'd share my 2nd experience with goggles4u.

My first experience with them was fine...glasses came out great...this was about 1.5 years ago.

So a month and a bit back i order some glasses from goggles4u again. everything was good. I wait over a month and nothing comes. I email them and they say my glasses were "lost in transit". i'm like...wtf. anyway they let me order another pair.

I got them expressed shipped today (~1 week) and the lenses are completely f'ed up. there is a small gap between the lens and the frame on one eye, the lenses are flush against the frame, and when i wear them because the lenses were done so bad i look like i have coke bottle glasses on. absolutely ridiculous. I know these glasses are "cheap" relative to buying them in canada but honestly what happened since i bought my first pair?!

i'm am frustrated.

I have since emailed them about this and their botch work and we'll see what happens.

[SiuBun]

I still trust Optical4less better, since so far my 3 orders has no problem at all.
And they gave my a link to share with friends and family.

10% OFF for orders $50 or more.

http://www.optical4less.com/?coupon=maples

[lord wayne]

Order a pair of progressive's from Zenni on May 1, and it arrived on May 14th. DHL dropped it off. That was FAST:)

[figi28]

Did any of you who bought from Goggles4u.com have to pay any duty or taxes when the glasses arrived to you?

Thanks!

[TheHans]

I ordered a pair of progressives from Zenni on April 29 and they arrived on May 19. I want to comment that there were a few issues, but the issues were handled quickly by Zenni. So some of the problems with the phone, etc. seem to have improved --

Basically, the frame I originally ordered I shouldn't have been able to order with progressive lenses. There's definitely a measure in place on the site to prevent the ordering of frames that are inappropriate for progressives, but I changed the frame after putting the order in my shopping cart and I think somehow this allowed me to order an inappropriate frame. Though I didn't know it was too small at the time. So about two days after placing my order, they e-mailed me saying I had to order a different frame, which I did. About three days later, I phoned regarding this and had no trouble getting through by phone. The change hadn't been processed yet, so the person did it on the phone and sent me an e-mail confirmation. Additionally, about two hours later, the lab also replied with a confirmation. So that takes me to May 7. The glasses arrived yesterday on May 19, as I said earlier.

The prescription is completely correct. The only issue is that they're sitting on my face a bit low and, due to this, I have to crane my neck more than I should really have to for seeing well when working on the computer. And I don't have metal frames so I don't have nose pads to adjust. The prescription itself is correct as far as I can tell. I called Zenni again just to make sure they were made correctly. I also got through without difficulty. The phone guy explained the three parts of the lens for progressives and when I adjusted my head, it's clear that the three parts are there. The height of the frame on my face seems to be the problem and it could obviously be fixed if I had nose pads to adjust, but I don't as I have a plastic frame. He said I could return them if I thought they'd been made incorrectly, but after speaking to him, I don't think they were made incorrectly. It's just the frame relative to my face. So, for my computer work, I put an earplug (believe it or not) between my nose and the bridge and this lifts them up enough to make the computer work comfortable.

Anyway, I'm very pleased with the results with Zenni. I was a bit concerned due to bad reports regarding Zenni lately. But they seem to have picked up their collective socks a bit. I give them a good review overall.

The Hans

[jagulrud]

My wife and I ordered a total of 4 pairs from Zenni on the evening of May 7. They just arrived today. Very fast!

Everything seems to be in order with them. Overall, a very satisfying experience. Would (and probably will) buy from Zenni again.

[roofster]

Did any of you who bought from Goggles4u.com have to pay any duty or taxes when the glasses arrived to you?

Thanks!

Both times I ordered, no.

[TheHans]

My wife and I ordered a total of 4 pairs from Zenni on the evening of May 7. They just arrived today. Very fast!

Everything seems to be in order with them. Overall, a very satisfying experience. Would (and probably will) buy from Zenni again.

I was a bit hesitant to order from Zenni due to the problems I read about here and on eyeglassretailerreviews.com. But this was going to be the first time I ever got glasses with plastic frames (as goggles4u stopped selling glass lenses for progressives) and I wanted to buy the least expensive ones possible just to see how it would all go. In the case of progressives with plastic lenses with scratch coating, Zenni was considerably cheaper than goggles4u, even with the shipping charge.

I really think the poor reviews on Zenni with the BBB and eyeglassretailerreviews.com among others must have helped, because I didn't come across any of the customer service issues that were previously discussed and the shipping was also very fast. It's nice to know complaining helps sometimes. :-) Although I wish I'd ordered a few week later, since the U.S. dollar has dropped even more...

The Hans

[viper123]

I ordered from Zenni Optical on May 6 and just received it today (May 20). So 14 days which is shorter than the month that I was expecting.

I made a cheap $30 order for 2 glasses to make sure everything is OK. I am satisfied with the quality but I will have to give these a try tomorrow in the real world.

I will order from Zenni again. I'll pay a little extra to get nicer frames, thinner lenses, etc.

[psyduck125]

hello, i'm about to place an order later this week on clearly contacts and had a few questions in hopes that those with experience could share asap as i'm a bit desperate! my glasses blew out of the car yesterday lol

my prescription should be around -3.00 or so (getting an eye exam again this friday before ordering)

i know an accurate PD is important

but in terms of lens thickness, i'm lost

FREE
1.50 Standard Lens
Recommended for Prescriptions from 0 to -2.00


+$24.95
Light Durable 1.59 Polycarbonate Lenses
Recommended for Prescriptions from 0.00 to -4.00


+$39.95
Thin 1.61 Index Lenses
Recommended for Prescriptions from 0.00 to -6.00


+$64.95
Thin 1.67 High Index Lenses
Recommended for Prescriptions from -2.00 to -8.00


+$99.95
Ultra Thin 1.74 High Index Lenses
Recommended for Prescriptions over -6.00

---

since i should be in the -3.00 range, is it imperative to get a 'Light Durable 1.59 Polycarbonate Lenses' or can i stick to the standard free 1.50 Lens. i'm not too familiar with this but i'm assuming the 1.59 should be thinner/lighter?! are there any other advantages that i should be aware of. i'm not too concerned if it looks thicker and uglier but rather if the standard 1.50 lens would be more 'detrimental' to the eye/cause eyestrain/headaches in any manner.

also, should i select shipping with FedEx overnight or Canada Post Priority?!

thanks in advanced! greatly appreciated

[smacd]

since i should be in the -3.00 range, is it imperative to get a 'Light Durable 1.59 Polycarbonate Lenses' or can i stick to the standard free 1.50 Lens. i'm not too familiar with this but i'm assuming the 1.59 should be thinner/lighter?! are there any other advantages that i should be aware of. i'm not too concerned if it looks thicker and uglier but rather if the standard 1.50 lens would be more 'detrimental' to the eye/cause eyestrain/headaches in any manner.

also, should i select shipping with FedEx overnight or Canada Post Priority?!

thanks in advanced! greatly appreciated

I'm no expert, but this is my experience. My previous glasses were 2 pairs for $275US in the US. As the lens wore out and got scratched, I had the lens replaced in Canada at Walmart. At that time, I went for a mid-grade lens, not the cheapest one they sold. Sorry, I don't know the actual thicknesses involved, but I can assume the US ones were low grade. When I got the Walmart lens, I immediately noticed they were thinner and lighter, but also that they seemed brighter or clearer. It's most noticeable if you look at the lens side on. (the glasses are rimless) I've had them for over 2 years and they are holding up very well, much better than the US ones.
I have a number of pair from CC, the oldest being from Jan. They were shipping with 1.61 lens for free until a couple of weeks ago. I would say the 1.61 lens most closely matched my Walmart mid-grade lens. Haven't had them long enough to rate the wear. Also, since all of my glasses are either rimless or half rims, thin looks better. Prescription is +2.25.
I just ordered Nike 7000s for my son yesterday and since he's +.50 and they're plastic full frames, I went with the free 1.50s. He's 12 and will probably lose/break them before they wear out.

[psyduck125]

i hear ya

so for my rimless / half-rimless pairs, i ought to opt for the thinner lense and for the full rim ones, it shouldn't make too big of a difference right?!

interesting note about the greater clarity/clearness

[kwokinator]

For those of you who managed to get Wal-Mart or Costco to give you the PD, did you have to like ask a specific way?

I went to the Costco at Markham and 14th and the Markham & Steeles Wal-Mart, neither of them would give it.

[M.D.]

For those of you who managed to get Wal-Mart or Costco to give you the PD, did you have to like ask a specific way?

I went to the Costco at Markham and 14th and the Markham & Steeles Wal-Mart, neither of them would give it.

Have you considered measuring the PD yourself? I did it myself and got the same number as the optometrist.

Here's how: http://www.goggles4u.com/pd.asp

[Dealz-4-U]

So I will be ordering soon from most likely Zenni, as they list the exact size of the glasses in mm and I know exactly what fits my face...

Just wondering what you guys have ordered and would recemmond? Doesnt have to be from Zenni, just want to know the quality and how its holding up.

Thanks in Advance ! :cheesygri

[4flava]

Coupon code CANUCKS worked for me (clearlycontacts.ca)

20% off

Thanks!! I confirm that this works as I just used it :D

[kwokinator]

Have you considered measuring the PD yourself? I did it myself and got the same number as the optometrist.

Here's how: http://www.goggles4u.com/pd.asp

Tried that with a paper ruler I got off a link off one of the online stores linked from this thread, and also with one of my own rulers, no go.

Got a PD of 68, fed that to Clearly Contacts, gave me the worst headaches, fortunately they were kind enough to redo the lens for me for no additional charge, reduced it to 66, which is close enough to not make my head hurt too much, but not nearly as good as the pair I got at the local shop. Didn't want to have them redo it again for a $38 designer frames, so that's staying pretty much strictly a back up pair.

I wanna pick another one up, but want a more sure measurement of my PD.

[krs]

Tried that with a paper ruler I got off a link off one of the online stores linked from this thread, and also with one of my own rulers, no go.


Two things that might help.

1. Do a bit of googling on the PD measurement.
I assume you didn't get an accurate value because of parallax and since it sounds as if you did it yourself.
It's more accurate if some one does it for you and please use a good steel ruler, certainly not a paper one. You can buy a 12 inch steel ruler at the dollar shop.
Opticians have used the ruler method for years; now they have that fancy instrument - but the ruler method works fine.

2. The other thing I found out is that the PD measurement is a standard part of the prescription in Europe. The optician there expects that to be on the prescription and has no authority or experience to do that measurement.
I broke a set of glasses there and had a heck of a time getting quick replacements because that PD measurement was missing.
I would absolutely insist that the optometrist includes that as part of the prescription otherwise it's not complete.

[Mox]

Does anyone know if any of these online places sell sports glasses (not goggles)?
Something like MCCann on the Braves is wearing these days. Like non tinted oakleys looking glasses.
http://nachofoto.com/gallery/MLB_Photos_Brian_McCann_tests_new_eye_glasses-1

I HATE contacts and would love to get some comforable glasses with poly lenses for baseball.

[rjp123]

I just went to order some glasses from Goggles4U that I had favorited only to find all 5 frame styles were not out of stock.

I really like Goggles4U because the search feature lets me easily search for 140+ width frames.

[Ahzuz]

I just got my glasses from Clearcontacts.ca

Is there such time as an adaptation period for the eye on the glasses ? Because when I move too fast say i turn my head quickly I see like the borders of the lenses so its all deformed but as soon as my eyes are in the middle it's fine.... it's fcked up... I have the right prescription and people measured my PD lots of times always came to 55

Is it just because i'm used to big round lenses to it covered "all" my eyes and now i have small rectangular so i have to check only straigh up or almost ?

[WiseWolf]

yes.... they say about a week to a month.

your eyes and brain are used to your old glasses. When you put the new ones on your brain has to adjust to the new sharper image that you are now seeing.

Just like breaking in a new pair of shoes.

Got two pairs last week from Clearly and seen the same thing, blurry vision when i moved my head, like i had beer goggles. Good thing I didn't wear them to a bar, who knows what would have happened lol.

Sent both pairs back as they looked cheap to me, like a dollar store sunglass frame painted to look better. And more importantly they were huge and looked like old lady glasses.

Gonna try a Nike frame, only $60 more.

[bonita!]

yes.... they say about a week to a month.

your eyes and brain are used to your old glasses. When you put the new ones on your brain has to adjust to the new sharper image that you are now seeing.

Just like breaking in a new pair of shoes.

Got two pairs last week from Clearly and seen the same thing, blurry vision when i moved my head, like i had beer goggles. Good thing I didn't wear them to a bar, who knows what would have happened lol.

Sent both pairs back as they looked cheap to me, like a dollar store sunglass frame painted to look better. And more importantly they were huge and looked like old lady glasses.

Gonna try a Nike frame, only $60 more.

Which ones did you get?

[Ahzuz]

yes.... they say about a week to a month.

your eyes and brain are used to your old glasses. When you put the new ones on your brain has to adjust to the new sharper image that you are now seeing.

Just like breaking in a new pair of shoes.



Is that for real ?
Wow the brain is truly one amazing piece of flesh.
I really feel like I have beer googles on for real lol

[krs]

yes.... they say about a week to a month.

your eyes and brain are used to your old glasses. When you put the new ones on your brain has to adjust to the new sharper image that you are now seeing.


Who is "they"?

I got new glasses a year ago and another pair just a week ago - no adjustment period for me even though my prescription changed.

[WiseWolf]

not everybody is the same. Some have major prescription changes, especially if you haven't had annual checkups for some time. My last checkup was 4 years ago, and the new glasses gave me a headache and sore eyes, since I wasn't used to them.

You say your two pair of glasses are only a year apart, so maybe that's why there was no negative effect noticed. Eyeglasses a year apart probably wouldn't be as drastic as getting a new pair after not having your eyes checked for 3+ years.

and "they" is the little green men in the sky lol. Just researched on google as I was curious if there's a transition period on new prescriptions, and that's what the sites said. So I guess "they" is Google if it matters any.

[Vidkid72]

Who is "they"?

I got new glasses a year ago and another pair just a week ago - no adjustment period for me even though my prescription changed.

Every pair of glasses I get (locally) I always think they messed up the prescription until I wear them for a day or two. So this is true at least for me that there's an adjustment period.

I just ordered a pair of prescription sunglasses from goggles4u.com about a month ago after getting a clear pair locally and there was no adjustment though. That makes me think that the adjustment period is probably because I wear the same glasses for a few years usually.

[Ahzuz]

not everybody is the same. Some have major prescription changes, especially if you haven't had annual checkups for some time. My last checkup was 4 years ago, and the new glasses gave me a headache and sore eyes, since I wasn't used to them.

You say your two pair of glasses are only a year apart, so maybe that's why there was no negative effect noticed. Eyeglasses a year apart probably wouldn't be as drastic as getting a new pair after not having your eyes checked for 3+ years.

and "they" is the little green men in the sky lol. Just researched on google as I was curious if there's a transition period on new prescriptions, and that's what the sites said. So I guess "they" is Google if it matters any.

Every pair of glasses I get (locally) I always think they messed up the prescription until I wear them for a day or two. So this is true at least for me that there's an adjustment period.

I just ordered a pair of prescription sunglasses from goggles4u.com about a month ago after getting a clear pair locally and there was no adjustment though. That makes me think that the adjustment period is probably because I wear the same glasses for a few years usually.


I agree with everything said here.

The pair of glasses I was wearing was probly 10 years old with round lenses and - 3.00 prescription.

My new ones are -6.25 and small rectangular lenses. First time I put them on yesterday I was sure they fcked up my prescription. Everytime I turned my head quickly it felt like I was drunk as hell but never had any headaches. But that was due to the fact that I was looking on the sides of the glasses and the lenses is curved and disform things because i'm used to huge round lenses. But after wearing them for 2-3 hours I guess my brain got used to it and it's all good right now... I just have to get used that they are small rectangular lenses so I can't use my peripheral alot

Like my glasses alot now, for ~ 120$ (38$ frame + lenses) and the building quality of it it looks like a steal from clearlycontats.

[krs]

I agree with everything said here.

The pair of glasses I was wearing was probly 10 years old with round lenses and - 3.00 prescription.

My new ones are -6.25 and small rectangular lenses. First time I put them on yesterday I was sure they fcked up my prescription. Everytime I turned my head quickly it felt like I was drunk as hell but never had any headaches. But that was due to the fact that I was looking on the sides of the glasses and the lenses is curved and disform things because i'm used to huge round lenses. But after wearing them for 2-3 hours I guess my brain got used to it and it's all good right now... I just have to get used that they are small rectangular lenses so I can't use my peripheral alot


Big difference between "a week to a month" and "2-3 hours"

"2-3 hours" I can buy - especially with such a large change in prescription and a also a big change in the type of glasses. My prescription only changed by one diopter.

[emchiasson]

yes.... they say about a week to a month.

your eyes and brain are used to your old glasses. When you put the new ones on your brain has to adjust to the new sharper image that you are now seeing.

Just like breaking in a new pair of shoes.

I also found that when switching a frame style (ie from a full plastic frame to rimless Silhouettes) even with the same prescription it took quite a while to get used to - kept seeing the bare edge / light reflecting of the edges of the Silhouettes and was throwing me off.

[Ahzuz]

Big difference between "a week to a month" and "2-3 hours"

"2-3 hours" I can buy - especially with such a large change in prescription and a also a big change in the type of glasses. My prescription only changed by one diopter.

Yup.

I also found that when switching a frame style (ie from a full plastic frame to rimless Silhouettes) even with the same prescription it took quite a while to get used to - kept seeing the bare edge / light reflecting of the edges of the Silhouettes and was throwing me off.

Exactly, that's exactly what I was trying to explain... I have rimless rectangular ones and had to get used to the reflection, smaller peripheral degree, etc. Because my old pair was huge round lenses I had no problems with reflections, angles, etc... but it was ugly as hell !

[WiseWolf]

I just have to get used that they are small rectangular lenses so I can't use my peripheral alot

Isn't that what gets guys in trouble all the time anyway, using our peripherals.

Big difference between "a week to a month" and "2-3 hours" "2-3 hours" I can buy - especially with such a large change in prescription and a also a big change in the type of glasses. My prescription only changed by one diopter.

just as long as people know there is a transition period, and don't worry right away about their prescription being wrong.

I read a week should be the max time if you don't wear them all the time such as a contacts/ glasses wearer, and a max 2 days if you wear your glasses constantly. A month does sound way too long, who would deal with headaches and such for 30 days lol.

Never wore mine long enough to break them in, still waiting on the new pair. I hope it only take a few hours.

[Ahzuz]

Just drove at night for the first time with my new glasses... Was kinda scary at the beginning. Going straigh up is allright but checking dead angles and such with the reflections of the glasses and everything... i scared my gf quite a few times :twisted:

[JackalDark]

I ordered my Glasses from Zenni on 27th of May and I received them yesterday the 3rd!

I was expecting them to take a month but they took almost no time at all!

The craftsmanship is just as good as any store bought glasses..

The Prescription is giving my right eye a hard time, it feels a little off but I don't know if it was the fabrication or if my prescription itself is off..

I also measured the PD myself so that's probably off too.

I think the angle may be off a bit because if I tilt it a bit, it gets clearer..

I'm going to take them in to my opto on Saturday as I'm picking up some contacts, I'll have her check them out see if they did a good job.

It's been a few years since I've had a new prescription, I can't remember how long it takes my brain to adjust to the new vision.

The Magnet On sun Lenses are okay, they don't really fit well with the frame I have because the hinge sticks out so the lens doesn't sit flush against my glasses. If you just touch the side, they go flying off, good thing I got the "Clip On" ones.. As I was getting off the sky train this morning I just scratch the side of my face and the things went flying, someone almost stepped on them.. Good thing I got 2 lol...

All in all I can't be too disappointed as it cost me 58 bucks total, I'll probably order another pair in a different frame once I find out what's up with these ones and if it's fixable.

[bethpage09]

Hi, I need help here. I've been thinking about ordering a pair from Zenni, but wanted to see how these fit if anybody has got a pair. You can private message/email me if you don't want your picture posted.

ZENNI #3666

http://zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=745&cat=0&page=1

http://zennioptical.com/cart/d_10089.jpg

thanks a ton!

[no_joke]

^^^^They are very narrow frames. About 2 cm to 4 cm less wide than typical frames. They are more suitable to a child's face. I wear mine for outdoor activities because they are tinted but I know I look very silly in them.

[Random_Hero]

^^^^They are very narrow frames. About 2 cm to 4 cm less wide than typical frames. They are more suitable to a child's face. I wear mine for outdoor activities because they are tinted but I know I look very silly in them.

I found this with many of Zenni's designs. I had posted about it earlier in the thread, but got a really negitive responce from other RFD'ers. I had order a pair similar to that model as well as a pair of knock off avaitors, both were very narrow.

[canyon]

does anybody have the latest coupon codes for clearcontacts.ca?

Thanks!

[FerrisB]

http://zennioptical.com/cart/product.php?productid=745&cat=0&page=1
http://zennioptical.com/cart/d_10089.jpg


It's Pat!!

http://thehostess.files.wordpress.com/2008/10/z21672956.jpg

[SeeWhy2]

does anybody have the latest coupon codes for clearcontacts.ca?

Thanks!

Courtesy of drunkgoat - found here (http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showpost.php?p=8722141&postcount=2745).

I used it successfully last week.
FYI,

[WiseWolf]

TELLAFRIEND coupon doesn't work automatically when entered. You either have to phone in or email customer service with the code. It's for first time orders only.

TAXI is about 16% off. If you don't want to bother with a phone call or an email you can use that code. It works right away online.

[Carebear]

TELLAFRIEND coupon doesn't work automatically when entered. You either have to phone in or email customer service with the code. It's for first time orders only.

TAXI is about 16% off. If you don't want to bother with a phone call or an email you can use that code. It works right away online.

I always have a problem with the online coupons working on the website, so I email them after submitting the order. They respond in less than 24 hours and there is never a problem applying the coupon to your order. My new contacts should arrive in the mail today :)

[SeeWhy2]

TELLAFRIEND coupon doesn't work automatically when entered. You either have to phone in or email customer service with the code. It's for first time orders only.

TAXI is about 16% off. If you don't want to bother with a phone call or an email you can use that code. It works right away online.

I called - took about 10 seconds to complete. Mine was a first-time order but it is good to know that is all it's for.
Thanks,

[SPARTACVS]

Hi folks,

I was about to order from clearly contacts.ca as they seems to be the best for quality. My question is about transitional glasses. They doesn't seems to offer that. I'll check that but if they does, does someone has any experience to share about that?

If they don't have transitional, what are the best quality online store that offer that? I'm not looking for the best price but instead the best quality as ordering online is already so much cheaper than a local store (unfortunately) and I wear them a lot (again, unfortunately).

Thanks,

[codyuk]

I ordered 2 pairs of eyeglasses from Zenni Optical on 04 June/09. I received them on 12 June/09. They were exactly what I ordered. Fast shipping. This is the second time I've ordered from Zenni and I've never had a problem. In fact this transaction took less time to receive than my last order which I waited 2.5 weeks to receive.

[Conky]

6.95 glasses from www.coastalcontacts.com:!:

Nikon titanium (https://www.coastalcontacts.com/glasses/frames/nikon-6006-gunmetal/prod25179.html)
Dockers (https://www.coastalcontacts.com/glasses/frames/dockers-138/prod25180.html)
Metallurgy-1003-taupe (https://www.coastalcontacts.com/glasses/frames/metallurgy-1003-taupe/prod25196.html)

[tyerant]

clearlycontacts.ca

I just ordered a pair of Nike 8008 with polycarbonate lenses and used the VISA2009CA coupon. After all was said and done, it was just under $90 delivered.

https://www.clearlycontacts.ca/imageresources/product/glasses/Nike-8008-gunmetal-fr-L.gif

I will keep you posted of delivery times, quality, etc...

If all goes well, I plan on ordering a pair or two that are tinted for sunglasses.

Thanks OP!

[cyrene]

I read the first few pages and the last few pages of posts...is the clearly contacts free return shipping no longer exist?

Boo...was waiting for the benefit at my new job to start =(

[mikey11]

Not sure if you're asking in general which retailer is the best, but if that's the case, it really varies. Some people have great success with certain retailers, while others have issues.

It would help if you gave your specific situation/needs. For example if you just looking for who has the lowest price, the answer's probably going to be Zenni. If you're looking for Transitions-brand photochromic lenses, the answer will be someone else. If you need the fastest shipping possible, the answer can vary here too.

Giving something specific might help a bit. Something like "I wear progressives with a high prism value, want polycarbonate lenses with an AR coating, would like Transitions-brand lenses, don't care too much about frame selection, and prefer it if my glasses arrive in under a couple weeks", somebody in your position who has ordered before might say "hey, I was in exactly the same situation and I had good/bad luck with _____". This would hopefully help you more than someone who ordered basic no-frills glasses from somewhere else.

Toss in a few details and hopefully a few people can throw you some answers :)

Best of luck! Hey, thanks for the idea. I've been reading many pages of the thread and other places (glassyeyes forum), but if anybody has recommendations for my situation, that'd be great.

I'm going to army basic training in a few weeks and was told that I should wear glasses instead of my lenses. The prescription on my current pair of glasses is badly out of date: I got them when I was 10 years old, I'm 24 now! Shipping speed is not a big priority. I'm functional with my current pair, and could get through the first couple of weeks with my lenses and current glasses.

It's important that my glasses be sturdy to handle the rigors of the training. I guess this means I should get metal frames?

Prescription info:

Right eye: -5.00
Left eye: -5.50 Cyl: -0.25 Axis: 135

PD: 65

I have small head, so a temple length of 135-140 would do.

I also have a round face with a big nose, which means I should get a wide frame in an angular style (from what I've read).

Also, with my prescription, is it worth getting a higher index? Should I get brow bars or a clear bridge if I want to slim down my face?

thanks for any advice!

[ShadowVlican]

http://i43.tinypic.com/6jomck.jpg
from my own measurement, my PD is 60..... but why does my prescription say 64?

what do you guys think?

[western]

http://i43.tinypic.com/6jomck.jpg
from my own measurement, my PD is 60..... but why does my prescription say 64?

what do you guys think?
i say 62, i counted from 51-113 on the ruler.

[1LuckyGuy]

http://i43.tinypic.com/6jomck.jpg
from my own measurement, my PD is 60..... but why does my prescription say 64?

what do you guys think?

lol, i think your eyes might be a little extra crossed, by say 2mm each by taking that photo :)

[petrek]

Anyone interested in ditching their glasses should pick up a copy of Relearning to See ISBN 978-1-55643-341-2.

Glasses will always do more harm to the eyes than good for the simple reason that they only correct for one type of problem and usually not accurately at that. So anything other than that one problem is either going to over compensate or under compensate causing undue strain on the eye.

I was given glasses like everyone else in my family, but I didn't like them so I barely wore them to begin with, then just stopped wearing them. If I have trouble seeing things up close, and I'm given lenses to correct for that, the prescription will be wrong for anything but seeing up close.

I only picked up the book a couple weeks ago, and have only finished a couple chapters. But even before finding the book, I knew that eyesight could be corrected (or made much better) naturally. In my case years ago when I tried looking through my bad eye, with my good eye closed, I could see partly for a bit (a few seconds) then the vision would begin blacking out. This I've come to realize was the brain naturally correcting for the trouble seeing by trying to see through the good eye which was closed and thus black. By spending a few hours over the course of a few months only looking through the bad eye, I was able for the most part to prevent the eye (read brain) from trying to compensate and thus now even though I haven't done any exercises for the bad eye since those few hours years ago the brain doesn't even bother trying to compensate.

I imagine, that the compensation when my bad eye was having trouble seeing was also the cause of my lazy eye, for which I was mocked by my good friends on occasion. My brain found the bad eye of no use, and put the emphasis on seeing on my good eye allowing my bad eye to wander freely about my eyesocket as the brain was not using it to see anyway.

Technically speaking I have an astigmatism, which means that my eyeball is incorrectly shaped due to the pull of the eyemuscles on the eye in a strained way. Something which is blurry with my bad eye open all the way, can be brought into focus by squinting, so the eye is definitely capable of seeing and changing its focus. I guess I've just got to read the rest of the book to figure out the good habits I need to form to see clearly out of both eyes.

[HowEver]

A good optometrist will tell you better than people here.

They might also account for what you will be using your glasses for.

Get a reading when you go for a checkup and ask for PD to be recorded--and assessed by the optometrist.

http://i43.tinypic.com/6jomck.jpg
from my own measurement, my PD is 60..... but why does my prescription say 64?

what do you guys think?

[mwoo68]

A good optometrist will tell you better than people here.

They might also account for what you will be using your glasses for.

Get a reading when you go for a checkup and ask for PD to be recorded--and assessed by the optometrist.


That's what I tried to do. The Optometrist seemed quite a decent guy until I asked him if he could provide my PD measurement. He told me he doesn't have to provide the PD since he doesn't dispense glasses. After a few seconds pause with each other, I snarkingly asked, that's fine, but can you measure it for me anyhow? A few seconds pause again, he opened his desk drawer and closed it and told me he doesn't have a ruler. I went home, got my trusty scale and my wife read it for me (after I made her do it 20 times!)
Hope most people don't have a crappy opto like I did.

[Conky]

let me guess. was that optometrist in the same building or next to an optician?

some of these optometrists act like pretty shady for guys who are supposed to be medical professionals whose only concern should be your vision

[a88888888a]

That's what I tried to do. The Optometrist seemed quite a decent guy until I asked him if he could provide my PD measurement. He told me he doesn't have to provide the PD since he doesn't dispense glasses. After a few seconds pause with each other, I snarkingly asked, that's fine, but can you measure it for me anyhow? A few seconds pause again, he opened his desk drawer and closed it and told me he doesn't have a ruler. I went home, got my trusty scale and my wife read it for me (after I made her do it 20 times!)
Hope most people don't have a crappy opto like I did.

My friends in the field, some optometrist that I know said that they don't need to provide the PD unless they are dispensing the glasses. These are their regulations.

You can try to ask an optician to take the measurement or pay an optometrist to take it for you.

Also, there are many other measurements other than pd if you want perfect glasses :)

[a88888888a]

Anyone interested in ditching their glasses should pick up a copy of Relearning to See ISBN 978-1-55643-341-2.

Glasses will always do more harm to the eyes than good for the simple reason that they only correct for one type of problem and usually not accurately at that. So anything other than that one problem is either going to over compensate or under compensate causing undue strain on the eye.

I was given glasses like everyone else in my family, but I didn't like them so I barely wore them to begin with, then just stopped wearing them. If I have trouble seeing things up close, and I'm given lenses to correct for that, the prescription will be wrong for anything but seeing up close.

I only picked up the book a couple weeks ago, and have only finished a couple chapters. But even before finding the book, I knew that eyesight could be corrected (or made much better) naturally. In my case years ago when I tried looking through my bad eye, with my good eye closed, I could see partly for a bit (a few seconds) then the vision would begin blacking out. This I've come to realize was the brain naturally correcting for the trouble seeing by trying to see through the good eye which was closed and thus black. By spending a few hours over the course of a few months only looking through the bad eye, I was able for the most part to prevent the eye (read brain) from trying to compensate and thus now even though I haven't done any exercises for the bad eye since those few hours years ago the brain doesn't even bother trying to compensate.

I imagine, that the compensation when my bad eye was having trouble seeing was also the cause of my lazy eye, for which I was mocked by my good friends on occasion. My brain found the bad eye of no use, and put the emphasis on seeing on my good eye allowing my bad eye to wander freely about my eyesocket as the brain was not using it to see anyway.

Technically speaking I have an astigmatism, which means that my eyeball is incorrectly shaped due to the pull of the eyemuscles on the eye in a strained way. Something which is blurry with my bad eye open all the way, can be brought into focus by squinting, so the eye is definitely capable of seeing and changing its focus. I guess I've just got to read the rest of the book to figure out the good habits I need to form to see clearly out of both eyes.

good luck!

but i don't think it will work in 99% of the cases out there.

[lord wayne]

My friends in the field, some optometrist that I know said that they don't need to provide the PD unless they are dispensing the glasses. These are their regulations.

You can try to ask an optician to take the measurement or pay an optometrist to take it for you.

Also, there are many other measurements other than pd if you want perfect glasses :)

I think that before you book your appointment with the optometrist, ask them if they will provide you a PD measurement. IF they say no, then book with someone else:D Let the free market system work for you!!!!

[HowEver]

That's what I tried to do. The Optometrist seemed quite a decent guy until I asked him if he could provide my PD measurement. He told me he doesn't have to provide the PD since he doesn't dispense glasses. After a few seconds pause with each other, I snarkingly asked, that's fine, but can you measure it for me anyhow? A few seconds pause again, he opened his desk drawer and closed it and told me he doesn't have a ruler. I went home, got my trusty scale and my wife read it for me (after I made her do it 20 times!)
Hope most people don't have a crappy opto like I did.

Actually optometrists are required by law to dispense glasses, at cost. They'll have the crappiest selection in the field, of course.

I would never go back to one who refused to include my PD, and consider reporting them; they're supposed to be professionals.

The one I go to (said this before in the thread) at Yorkdale, Toronto, not only provides PD but adjusts it based on what I use my glasses for. Fantastic.

[seangoesbonk]

Anyone interested in ditching their glasses should pick up a copy of Relearning to See
good luck!
but i don't think it will work in 99% of the cases out there.
If you understand the optical functions of the human eye (especially astigmatism), you will realize that it won't work.

[krs]

Got my second pair of bifocals from Zenni and have a strange problem.

I'm going to email them tomorrow but wondered if any one here has encountered something similar.

First pair are traditional bifocals with the horizontal line separating the reading and distance prescription.
On those glasses (prescription is quite strong) I can lokk through the glasses straight ahead and also at an angle to the edge of the lens and everything stays in focus.

On the new pair - same prescription, I decided to spend a bit more money and got the bifocals without the horizontal line. With those glasses, things are only in focus if I look straight ahead through the lenses.
If I look at the slightest angle to th right or left, the letters of a sign for instance will slant to the right (instead of remaining vertical) and they will go out of focus very rapidly.
Is that because the second set of glasses have progressive lenses?

[Firestorm]

Thread should have way more thanks. Bought a pair of glasses from ClearlyContacts. ~$59 after coupon + shipping. Got about $23 back in credits today due to their sale towards my next purchase. So around $35 - $36 for a new pair of glasses. My last pair cost me like $300. I could buy a pair every other month and pay the same amount, yeesh @_@ Never again Lenscrafters. Never again.

[sassysue]

can this beat 3 pairs for 1? it costs me 200.00 but benefits cover it.

if i go to these places can i claim with my insurance company

[TheHans]

Got my second pair of bifocals from Zenni and have a strange problem.

I'm going to email them tomorrow but wondered if any one here has encountered something similar.

First pair are traditional bifocals with the horizontal line separating the reading and distance prescription.
On those glasses (prescription is quite strong) I can lokk through the glasses straight ahead and also at an angle to the edge of the lens and everything stays in focus.

On the new pair - same prescription, I decided to spend a bit more money and got the bifocals without the horizontal line. With those glasses, things are only in focus if I look straight ahead through the lenses.
If I look at the slightest angle to th right or left, the letters of a sign for instance will slant to the right (instead of remaining vertical) and they will go out of focus very rapidly.
Is that because the second set of glasses have progressive lenses?


It's funny, I have an issue with my progressives from Zenni that in some way probably relates to yours. I phoned about it, because I had to tilt my head up quite more than I normally would to see clearly at the computer. I was told that their progressives (and honestly, I've found out since that this is kind of standard) have actually three sections, not two. There's a close up, a far away, and a "computer" section, which is I suppose like a super close up section or something. And it's true. It's probably the same on yours. If you look at something on your computer screen then tilt your head from down to up slowly with the glasses on and look through the glasses the whole time, you'll see that there's a point as you're tilting your head up when it's in focus-ish, but then it gets even more in focus. For me, it would be better if the glasses sat a bit higher on my face, but I have plastic frames without nosepads, so it can't be adjusted so much. The guy from Zenni suggested I should get frames with nosepads the next time for this reason, as they can be adjusted better. Typically, I only wear my glasses around the house and sometimes on the computer. I wear my contacts most other times. For when I'm on the computer, my husband made an ultralight foam nose thingy that sits on the bridge of my nose and pushes up the bridge of the glasses a tiny amount. That's all I needed. For general viewing around the house, they're fine without that nose thingy. But I'll get glasses with nosepads the next time. I'm thinking that your left-right issue might be due to the same thing and when you're moving your head to the side, you might be looking up or down a bit more or moving your head up or down a bit. That could influence the vision for the reason I've addressed here.

The Hans

[kwokinator]

6.95 glasses from www.coastalcontacts.com:!:

Nikon titanium (https://www.coastalcontacts.com/glasses/frames/nikon-6006-gunmetal/prod25179.html)
Dockers (https://www.coastalcontacts.com/glasses/frames/dockers-138/prod25180.html)
Metallurgy-1003-taupe (https://www.coastalcontacts.com/glasses/frames/metallurgy-1003-taupe/prod25196.html)

Damn, those Nikon frames look sweet, too bad they're sold out :(

[CheapScotsman]

After2 years (or was it 18 months ???), the side arm spring on my zenni glasses failed.

Obviously out of warrantee, but they offer a 50% discount credit on frames (as a replacment frame, quote them your old order) so for less than $10 (including shipping), I got a replacement frame.

Took less than a week to get here from HK and about 10 minutes to swap the lenses around.

[ronatola]

can this beat 3 pairs for 1? it costs me 200.00 but benefits cover it.

if i go to these places can i claim with my insurance company

Yes - SUNLIFE Insurance always covers it for me.

[BackhandSmash]

oh found this on my mail box, dunno if it's being posted before.


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[colaaike]

My contacts appear to be cheaper at Costco than Clearlycontacts....

[Spiderpal93]

I just got my glasses which I ordered on July 1st from clearlycontacts during their Canada Day Special with visa code. Wow..nice glasses, fits perfectly and fast shipping too!!! Great deal for $29:cheesygri Highly recommened! Thanks OP!!!

[zooieadam]

I currently don't own a pair of glasses and I haven't for a very long time. I just wear contact lenses. I think I am going to order some but I do have a question regarding lens thickness. I was looking at these frames https://www.coastalcontacts.com/glasses/frames/metallurgy-1002-grey/prod25197.html Now I have an updated prescription but I am unsure of the lens thickness I should get. I wouldn't really wear the glasses too often but it would be nice to have a pair. My prescription is sph -4.75, cyl -1.75 ax 170 in my left eye and sph -4.50, cyl -1.75 ax 180 in my right eye. Now can I get away with the 1.50 standard lens or would that be too thick?

Thanks

[Conky]

Damn, those Nikon frames look sweet, too bad they're sold out :(

Ordered 2 pair
1 with free standard lenses
1 with $29.99 1.61 lenses
12 days from order to delivery
total $50.27 for 2 pairs of $300 Nikon titanium retail frames
didn't even need to adjust nosepads. nice and lightweight and the prescription feels the same(albeit clearer) as my old scratched up ones
I'll probably never by another pair from a regular glasses store again

[Bent]

I currently don't own a pair of glasses and I haven't for a very long time. I just wear contact lenses. I think I am going to order some but I do have a question regarding lens thickness. I was looking at these frames https://www.coastalcontacts.com/glasses/frames/metallurgy-1002-grey/prod25197.html Now I have an updated prescription but I am unsure of the lens thickness I should get. I wouldn't really wear the glasses too often but it would be nice to have a pair. My prescription is sph -4.75, cyl -1.75 ax 170 in my left eye and sph -4.50, cyl -1.75 ax 180 in my right eye. Now can I get away with the 1.50 standard lens or would that be too thick?

ThanksThey would be too thick for me. My prescription is -3.25 and I was okay with the 1.57 but the 1.61 lenses look much nicer.

[Canmod]

any of these sites allow you to pay with paypal or c.o.d.

[Vidkid72]

You can use Paypal with Goggles4u.com.

[Ahzuz]

A good optometrist will tell you better than people here.

They might also account for what you will be using your glasses for.

Get a reading when you go for a checkup and ask for PD to be recorded--and assessed by the optometrist.

... if you find an opto who wants to measure your PD!
Go back a few pages and read my story... the opto CAN refuse to measure your PD if you do not order glasses from their shop. That's what mine did so I measured it manually.

[Ahzuz]

I would never go back to one who refused to include my PD, and consider reporting them; they're supposed to be professionals.


Not at all.
I went on the "opto association" club website kinda like the engineers association and it's clearly stated that they're not obligated to give you your PD if you don't buy glasses from them. Either way, we're fuxxed.

Then again, I measured it myself and ordered glasses and they work pretty well.

[slice]

Received my glasses today from Clearly Contacts (Rodenstock rimless with 1.61 high index lenses - $113 delivered) and I'm really happy with them. I purchased them during the Canada Day sale plus I used the discount code posted. My wife and I measured the PD. The last time I purchased similiar rimless glasses (5 years ago) I paid over $700.

An aside, my daughter purchases contacts through them as well and she too is happy with the product.

The markup on eye wear must be insane.

Thumbs up from this 4 eyes.

[kala]

Do any of these site allow us to send our own frames and just have the lense changed? I would like use my new and old pair.

[krs]

It's funny, I have an issue with my progressives from Zenni that in some way probably relates to yours. I phoned about it, because I had to tilt my head up quite more than I normally would to see clearly at the computer. I was told that their progressives (and honestly, I've found out since that this is kind of standard) have actually three sections, not two. There's a close up, a far away, and a "computer" section, which is I suppose like a super close up section or something. And it's true. It's probably the same on yours. If you look at something on your computer screen then tilt your head from down to up slowly with the glasses on and look through the glasses the whole time, you'll see that there's a point as you're tilting your head up when it's in focus-ish, but then it gets even more in focus. For me, it would be better if the glasses sat a bit higher on my face, but I have plastic frames without nosepads, so it can't be adjusted so much. The guy from Zenni suggested I should get frames with nosepads the next time for this reason, as they can be adjusted better. Typically, I only wear my glasses around the house and sometimes on the computer. I wear my contacts most other times. For when I'm on the computer, my husband made an ultralight foam nose thingy that sits on the bridge of my nose and pushes up the bridge of the glasses a tiny amount. That's all I needed. For general viewing around the house, they're fine without that nose thingy. But I'll get glasses with nosepads the next time. I'm thinking that your left-right issue might be due to the same thing and when you're moving your head to the side, you might be looking up or down a bit more or moving your head up or down a bit. That could influence the vision for the reason I've addressed here.

The Hans

The RFD email notification seems to be a bit flakey - I just got notification of new posts now or I would have replied earlier.
My issue is definitely side-to-side and it's extremely pronounced.
If I look through the upper part of the lenses (the distance section), the view is distorted as soon as I'm just a few degrees off axis either way.
By a few, I'm guessing at 5 degrees or even less.
On my regular bifocals I can look off axis all the way to the edge of the frame and everything stays properly in focus.

I just tried your test in front of the computer.
Moving vertically up and down, but straight ahead, I get what I expected.
The distance prescription in the top half, the close up prescription close to the bottom and a progressive change as I move from top to bottom.
But when I move just slightly sideways in either prescription I get two effects - the letters start to blend together and the also go out of focus.

I think I'll call Zenni tomorrow. Is the number you used on their web site?
Or did you find a special telephone number?

[krs]

I currently don't own a pair of glasses and I haven't for a very long time. I just wear contact lenses. I think I am going to order some but I do have a question regarding lens thickness. I was looking at these frames https://www.coastalcontacts.com/glasses/frames/metallurgy-1002-grey/prod25197.html Now I have an updated prescription but I am unsure of the lens thickness I should get. I wouldn't really wear the glasses too often but it would be nice to have a pair. My prescription is sph -4.75, cyl -1.75 ax 170 in my left eye and sph -4.50, cyl -1.75 ax 180 in my right eye. Now can I get away with the 1.50 standard lens or would that be too thick?

Thanks

Considering the money you save buying on-line rather than at a store, I would go for the highest index (ie thinnest) lenses you can get with your prescription especially if you don't expect your prescription to change.
It's a one time expense for a number of years.

[krs]

Not at all.
I went on the "opto association" club website kinda like the engineers association and it's clearly stated that they're not obligated to give you your PD if you don't buy glasses from them. Either way, we're fuxxed.

Then again, I measured it myself and ordered glasses and they work pretty well.

Where on the www,opto.ca site did you find that?
I would really like to take then to task on that one.

I was in Europe last year and my glasses broke. No problem I thought, I had my prescription with me - I just get a new pair made pronto (can't do much without them).
Well, turns out as far as the optician there is concerned, the PD is part of the prescription, he had no proper means to measure that and I ended up without glasses (which was a major issue) a lot longer than necessary.
When I came back to Canada, I complained about that. Turns out my optometrist knew all about that (ie the PD being part of the prescription in Europe), but he could only use the "ruler" method.
I don't like putting myself in danger (and if you can't see clearly, you can easily be in danger) because of some antiquated association rule.

[krs]

Do any of these site allow us to send our own frames and just have the lense changed? I would like use my new and old pair.

I would love to be able to do that as well.
I have a pair of glasses I really like, the prescrition is a bit off and I can't find any frames that are even similar.
But I went to a few of the larger optical places and none of them would even consider replacing only the lenses.
The comment was basically - they don't make these frames any more so we can't make lenses for them.
And these are brand name designer frames.

[krs]

The markup on eye wear must be insane.


Has to be!!!

We have two stores in the mall near me.
Each of these stores is huge.
A small desk in the back, anoter small on the side, a selection of frames along one side and a huge "dance floor" in the centre.
These stores are ten times as big as they need to be.
Anyone check the floor space rental in a shopping mall lately?

The optometrist is right next door and his office is less than one-tenths the size of the eye glass store. And he has a waiting room with eight chairs, two receptionists, an examination room, all the patient files, another small room with some specialized instruments.
And he works continuously - one patient after the next - you usually have to book at least a week in advance.
The eye glass store - oh, nobody is in there (other than staff) for hours on end sometimes.....but the rent has to be paid never the less.
All comes out of YOUR pocket!

[smacd]

I would love to be able to do that as well.
I have a pair of glasses I really like, the prescrition is a bit off and I can't find any frames that are even similar.
But I went to a few of the larger optical places and none of them would even consider replacing only the lenses.
The comment was basically - they don't make these frames any more so we can't make lenses for them.
And these are brand name designer frames.

I've had Walmart supply lens only for my frames. It was no problem and they did a great job at 1/2 the price of my local optical shop. Nowhere near online prices, though.

[Hahutzy]

From reading jdi_knght's reviews, I assume optical4less is the best one? Any reviews on Clearly Contacts relative to Optical4Less?

I'm getting a higher discount by entering STUDENTCARE for Clearly Contacts.
TELLAFRIEND is slightly less.
TAXI does not give me a discount at all.

[Talamasca]

I got my Clearly Contacts frames (and contacts lenses too) today. Ordered them on Canada Day so that was pretty fast. Ltede 1030. Very nice frames, fit great. Can't believe that a mall eyeglass store would charge in the neighbourhood of $300 for these when I got them for $34 + $20 for the thinner lenses.

[gtz_finest]

Do any of these site allow us to send our own frames and just have the lense changed? I would like use my new and old pair.

The only website that I have found that allows you to use your own frame is 39dollarglasses.com. They use brand name lens like seiko and essilor and their prices are a lot less than local. I have just received my pair from them and like them very much.

[kala]

I've had Walmart supply lens only for my frames. It was no problem and they did a great job at 1/2 the price of my local optical shop. Nowhere near online prices, though.

Lenscrafter also allow this, but their price was simply put, a joke. Walmart quoted me around $120 for my lenses, but as you said no where near online prices.

Anyone know of any cheaper alternatives? Maybe something down in the States?

[watodo]

From reading jdi_knght's reviews, I assume optical4less is the best one? Any reviews on Clearly Contacts relative to Optical4Less?

I'm getting a higher discount by entering STUDENTCARE for Clearly Contacts.
TELLAFRIEND is slightly less.
TAXI does not give me a discount at all.

don't use the studentcare coupon unless you actually intend to use the Sunlife benefit administered through most Canadian universities. The reason is because Clearly Contacts will hold your order while they check with Studentcare to see you are approved for benefit or not...so your order will arrive probably a week later than normal....trust me, I used the coupon before just for the 10% discount knowing that I don't have sunlife benefit. Order took forever, and I had to call in and the CS told me that the order is on hold cause of the reason I just stated. So try and find another code instead...the discount is only 10% off anyways...then of course...you don't mind the wait.

[LonesomeDove]

Over the past year I spent $260 at Clearly Contacts. For that amount I got 5 pairs of glasses including one with a tint.

Before, I spent $250 for one pair at Sears. Another time $375 for one pair at the Bay.

Never again at the big retailers. I notice that the Bay have drastically reduced their eyeglass prices. Isn't great there is competition?

[btb82]

I order my prescription glasses from Zenni Optical on July 5th, I was in disbelief to get to today July 10th! Fast! These glasses are solid, light and exactly as I ordered. I can see again!!!! I ordered two pairs, with a total of $58 including shipping, with shades and anti-reflective coating.

[Ninjai]

Semi off-topic. Is there a way to tell the Temple Width of certain frames, I don't see a number anywhere for it. Reason I ask for this is I just got my Ltede frames from Clearly Contacts, lens diameter, bridge width, and temple length all match with my old frames cept it doesn't my fit properly on my head >< I vaguely measure my current with the clearly contact frames and there's like a 1.5cm difference

[udh]

I have to preface that I know nothing about eyeglasses (don't need one) but just wanted to help my brother who really need a new pair of eyeglass. Here is all the info I got from him:
1. Flexon 423 (titanium) or Flexibles FX1020 (gunmetal color) frame
2. Nikon or Seiko 1.67 Progressive lenses
3. scratch Resistance & AR
4. Prescription:
SPH (R:-5.00, L:-5.25), CYL (R:-1, L:-.75), ASIS (R:004, L:175), ADD(R:+1.50, L:+1.50)

He didn't believe when I told him that RFDers got their quality glasses online for $30ish. He got quotes from Sears and another Optical store for about $275(frame) and $320 (lense). I think it's a rip off. Can someone please help me to prove him wrong :-)? I hope someone can tell me A) which online stores you have ordered carrying the above type of eyeglasses at $30ish or even under $100? B)What else do I need to know before order? C) Do they provide receipt and can I claim back with insurance? D) Any repair/return issues?

Any help is much appreciated. BTW, I am from GTA.

[fergy]

I have to preface that I know nothing about eyeglasses (don't need one) but just wanted to help my brother who really need a new pair of eyeglass. Here is all the info I got from him:
1. Flexon 423 (titanium) or Flexibles FX1020 (gunmetal color) frame
2. Nikon or Seiko 1.67 Progressive lenses
3. scratch Resistance & AR
4. Prescription:
SPH (R:-5.00, L:-5.25), CYL (R:-1, L:-.75), ASIS (R:004, L:175), ADD(R:+1.50, L:+1.50)

He didn't believe when I told him that RFDers got their quality glasses online for $30ish. He got quotes from Sears and another Optical store for about $275(frame) and $320 (lense). I think it's a rip off. Can someone please help me to prove him wrong :-)? I hope someone can tell me A) which online stores you have ordered carrying the above type of eyeglasses at $30ish or even under $100? B)What else do I need to know before order? C) Do they provide receipt and can I claim back with insurance? D) Any repair/return issues?

Any help is much appreciated. BTW, I am from GTA.

You can't buy name brand frames and name brand lens with extra high index 1.67 lens at $30 or even $100. I'd hazard a guess at $150 or more.

Some online stores sell name brand lens but not all. Many offer name brand frames at extra cost.

Money can be saved by choosing generic 1.67 lens and frames that are not name brand.

zenni.com sells flexible plastic and flexible metal frames as well as titanium.

coastalcontacts.com and clearlycontacts.ca provide a detailed reciept in the shipping box. Thirty day satisfaction guarantee with them as I recall.

goggles4u.com and eyewaremagic.com are a couple more retailers.

[fergy]

I order my prescription glasses from Zenni Optical on July 5th, I was in disbelief to get to today July 10th! Fast! These glasses are solid, light and exactly as I ordered. I can see again!!!! I ordered two pairs, with a total of $58 including shipping, with shades and anti-reflective coating.

I wonder if they are "made" (lens cutting, fitting and coatings) and shipped from the US? I doubt the frames and blanks would originate in the US though.

[derdev]

How do you guys verify that the glasses you get are as specified?

I am not sure trying them out is enough. At least mine seem a bit too "powerful".

[now.dna]

Hey guys, what do you do when your glasses arrive, but the width is too narrow and it hurts when you wear them for too long?

[jmc0]

How do you guys verify that the glasses you get are as specified?
I am not sure trying them out is enough. At least mine seem a bit too "powerful".
yeah my lense feels a little off too, I think your eye doctor (among other places) can verify them on your next visit.

Hey guys, what do you do when your glasses arrive, but the width is too narrow and it hurts when you wear them for too long?
Same here, I order a pair that matches what's printed on my current pair and they don't fit... I guess I can try and ask for store credit or something.
Semi off-topic. Is there a way to tell the Temple Width of certain frames, I don't see a number anywhere for it. Reason I ask for this is I just got my Ltede frames from Clearly Contacts, lens diameter, bridge width, and temple length all match with my old frames cept it doesn't my fit properly on my head >< I vaguely measure my current with the clearly contact frames and there's like a 1.5cm difference

[now.dna]

But I mean, is there no way to get the frames adjusted by local opticians for a small fee?

[Carebear]

Hey guys, what do you do when your glasses arrive, but the width is too narrow and it hurts when you wear them for too long?

You can return them to Clearly Contacts. Contact their customer service to let them know that you are not happy with the glasses, and would like to return them. They will email you a prepaid postage mailing label for you to use to return the glasses.

If you have not yet paid for your order, then they can cancel the invoice once they receive the returned glasses.

If you have already paid for your order, then you can exchange the current glasses for another pair, or you can request a credit for future orders. With Clearly Contacts, you can keep exchanging the glasses until you are happy, as long as it is done within the 30 day timeframe.

But I mean, is there no way to get the frames adjusted by local opticians for a small fee?

Most local opticians with do minor adjustments for free. Some may charge a small fee if you are not already an existing customer, but most will do it free of charge in the hope that you will become a customer.

[Hahutzy]

Mine came in and doesn't fit too well either, how do I go about contacting them, through email or is there a query system on the website?

[BoostedAT]

I haven't gone through 191 pages yet but if you order from goggles4u and have prescription higher then -6 or -7, your glasses will not have anti-reflection with 1.71 index even though website says it's included.

Sent a complaint and received 30% off next purchase. Complained again and received 50% off next purchase. Not going to help me a bit. Sending it back is probably not worth it.

Took a chance and came up short a bit.

[Carebear]

Mine came in and doesn't fit too well either, how do I go about contacting them, through email or is there a query system on the website?

If you ordered from Clearly Contacts or Coastal Contacts, then you can contact their Customer Service department by email (the email address will be in your order confirmation), or from their website. They will respond withing 24 hours.

[Thundercloud]

I'm looking to get a pair of transitional glasses. My prescription isn't high and my insurance will cover $80.

Can anyone recommend a company for me?

Edit: Maybe I'll try eyewearmagic again. Costed out a pair of rimless hingeless titanium photochromic glasses for $78. The lens on the last pair I got from was lousy and their return policy sucked after factoring in return shipping. But their customer service was alright and I'm willing to give them a second chance.

[SPARTACVS]

I'm looking to get a pair of transitional glasses. My prescription isn't high and my insurance will cover $80.

Can anyone recommend a company for me?

Edit: Maybe I'll try eyewearmagic again. Costed out a pair of rimless hingeless titanium photochromic glasses for $78. The lens on the last pair I got from was lousy and their return policy sucked after factoring in return shipping. But their customer service was alright and I'm willing to give them a second chance.

I suggest asking clearlycontacts. From all the reading I've done, they are the best in term of quality and located in canada. I contacted them months ago and they said they will offer photochromatic soon. They might have a date by now.

http://www.clearlycontacts.ca/

As for the price, if it cost more than 80$, you will just have to pay the difference. Personally, I prefer to have what I want and pay the little extra if there is one. Online glasses are so much cheaper anyway.

[Hahutzy]

Does any company offer colored photochromatic?
Like, lenses turn blue instead of grey when exposed to UV
Or does it exist at all?

[Thundercloud]

Does any company offer colored photochromatic?
Like, lenses turn blue instead of grey when exposed to UV
Or does it exist at all?Zennioptical, Goggles4u, 39dollarglasses (pricy), EyeBuyDirect and eyewearmagic offer photochromic.

39dollarglasses offers polarized lens too (pricy).

I wish clearlycontacts offer photochromic or polarized lenses because their quality really is top notch.

Edit: Review of EBD's photochromic lens is poor.
39 dollarglasses offer transition brand lens so it should be good. However it's pretty pricy.

Edit2: oh wow, 39dollarglasses offers drivewear transitions lenses for $80 usd. I might just have to cough up the money and get those. Photochromic, polarized lenses that work in a car? sold. Edit3: doh, at low light, drivewear are still tinted.

[shoprider]

doesn't clearly contacts have transitional glasses yet? I thought they would be all over that. i agree. the glasses i got from them have been top notch.

[Thundercloud]

Just e-mailed eyewearmagic with some questions. Apparently they now offer transitions VI lenses.

2) Our standard photochromic option for $30 takes about 10-15 seconds for
the lenses to turn completely dark. Of course this is a general time frame
as there are many factors affecting the speed and intensity of the
transition such as temperature (it works faster when it's cold, slower in
heat), amount of UV exposure (the more the faster) and how many times it
has already transitioned (they need to be "broken into" by transitioning
about 10 times and up for the best effects).

We also have the latest 6th generation Transitions lenses (it is not even
offered on the website yet!) and this one is to change in a matter of mere
seconds. This one is available for 1.61 index lenses for an additional
$100 with any frame purchase.

[Hahutzy]

Zennioptical, Goggles4u, 39dollarglasses (pricy), EyeBuyDirect and eyewearmagic offer photochromic.

39dollarglasses offers polarized lens too (pricy).

I wish clearlycontacts offer photochromic or polarized lenses because their quality really is top notch.

Edit: Review of EBD's photochromic lens is poor.
39 dollarglasses offer transition brand lens so it should be good. However it's pretty pricy.

Edit2: oh wow, 39dollarglasses offers drivewear transitions lenses for $80 usd. I might just have to cough up the money and get those. Photochromic, polarized lenses that work in a car? sold. Edit3: doh, at low light, drivewear are still tinted.

But I mean, my current photochromic lenses turn to dark grey.

Are there ones that turn to blue, yellow, etc?

[Thundercloud]

But I mean, my current photochromic lenses turn to dark grey.

Are there ones that turn to blue, yellow, etc?Yea, eyewearmagic has grey and brown for $30 and other colours for $60.

[Valeyard1]

Are there any eyeglass places (lenscrafters, etc) which will special order frames for me? I want a specific model of Sferoflex frames and most stores don't seem to stock them.

Thanks.

[Quickstrike]

I am not very pleased with the wait time for glasses at CoastalContacts. I ordered several pair on July 10th and still have not received them.

After calling them numerous times, they sent this e-mail:

"We have received information from our shipping department that all or part of your order is not in stock and it has been ordered from the manufacturer. At this time, the most current estimated arrival date to us is (07-31-2009). If the supplier notifies us of a change to the date, we will again update you via email."

Would be nice if I got them this week - I opted for the over-night shipping.

Does anyone know if the Alberta Blue Cross will cover glasses from a USA site?

So, from what I have read now, if I were to return a pair or two because of improper fitment, I would only receive store credit.. not a full refund?!

[Hahutzy]

Ok, so I emailed Clearly Contacts about exchanging my pair of glasses that didn't fit me at all.
I ordered on the July 12th. They arrived on the 22nd.
Emailed them last Thursday (after trying to wear them for a week-- they hurt).
They emailed me back saying to call them at their phone # / ext with a new pair's model number.
So I chose a new pair and called, and the person is never there.
I emailed them again, no response.
At this rate, I would be forced to ship it back after the 30 day limit.
If they claim that I can't exchange it because it's over 30 days, I will raise hell over this.

[Ahzuz]

Ok, so I emailed Clearly Contacts about exchanging my pair of glasses that didn't fit me at all.
I ordered on the July 12th. They arrived on the 22nd.
Emailed them last Thursday (after trying to wear them for a week-- they hurt).
They emailed me back saying to call them at their phone # / ext with a new pair's model number.
So I chose a new pair and called, and the person is never there.
I emailed them again, no response.
At this rate, I would be forced to ship it back after the 30 day limit.
If they claim that I can't exchange it because it's over 30 days, I will raise hell over this.

I also had problems with my glasses, wrote a nice email and never got an answer. The 30 days limit is well over now and i'm kinda pissed, the glasses gets me all dizzy and shits.

[SPARTACVS]

Hum,

Might be because of vacations but it is not acceptable to have such problems to contact them. Hope they'll get on track because they are teh best quality at decent price you can get. But if customer service is bad, peoples will buy somewhere else.

[Quickstrike]

They emailed me back saying to call them at their phone # / ext with a new pair's model number.
So I chose a new pair and called, and the person is never there.


Call the general toll-free number (1-866-333-6888). Anyone there can look up your order history. If that doesn't work, they should be able to transfer you to a "live" representative that does know how to handle the situation.

I tried calling a specific person at one time too - never answered. The random rep that I talked to was able to read through some previous call logs and e-mails regarding my order and sort it all out.

[Carebear]

Ok, so I emailed Clearly Contacts about exchanging my pair of glasses that didn't fit me at all.
I ordered on the July 12th. They arrived on the 22nd.
Emailed them last Thursday (after trying to wear them for a week-- they hurt).
They emailed me back saying to call them at their phone # / ext with a new pair's model number.
So I chose a new pair and called, and the person is never there.
I emailed them again, no response.
At this rate, I would be forced to ship it back after the 30 day limit.
If they claim that I can't exchange it because it's over 30 days, I will raise hell over this.

I also had problems with my glasses, wrote a nice email and never got an answer. The 30 days limit is well over now and i'm kinda pissed, the glasses gets me all dizzy and shits.

Call the general toll-free number (1-866-333-6888). Anyone there can look up your order history. If that doesn't work, they should be able to transfer you to a "live" representative that does know how to handle the situation.

I tried calling a specific person at one time too - never answered. The random rep that I talked to was able to read through some previous call logs and e-mails regarding my order and sort it all out.

Not too sure why this is happening to all of you. I have had nothing but the best service from Clearly Contacts, even when I recently had to exchange my glasses order for another pair because the original pair did not fit well or suit me. The entire exchange, including the prepaid shipping label to return the glasses, was done promptly and any customer service query was responded to within 24 hours, often within an hour. You should check that you are contacting them at orders@clearlycontacts.ca. If you are on Facebook, you can contact them through their FB page by posting a message on their wall.

[CSK'sMom]

I wonder if they are "made" (lens cutting, fitting and coatings) and shipped from the US? I doubt the frames and blanks would originate in the US though.

Nope, Zenni's glasses are currently shipping from China. Our son ordered his 2 new pair ($68 total) on the 26th of July and they were delivered today by DHL. The last glasses he order about a yr ago were shipped from Hong Kong.

[zoolander]

I also had problems with my glasses, wrote a nice email and never got an answer. The 30 days limit is well over now and i'm kinda pissed, the glasses gets me all dizzy and shits.

1. Is your current Rx on paper accurate?
2. If so, have the glasses checked with a lensometer to make sure its Rx is the same as your Rx.
3. Call them. Speaking to a live CSR is much more effective than an email out of thousands they receive which may get lost in the mix.

My first pair from them was sent with the wrong Rx, way off, probably somebody else's Rx. Called them, spoke to a pleasant CSR who emailed me a shipping label, and I had a new pair within a week. Every pair after that for me, my wife, family, friends have been sent out with the right Rx.

[SPARTACVS]

Well,

Finding something decent online for photochromatic glasses is no luck.

Zenni has good prices but quality seems average at best and only with 1.59 index lenses.

Clearly Contacts and Coastal Contacts still doesn't sells photochromatics.
Coastal Contacts told me they expect to sell that in 6-12 months.

Optical4less and eyewearmagic sells them but it's not cheap and only with 1.56 index.

I suspect Zenni 1.59 to be of similar quality as 1.56 optical4less.

39dollarglasses offers guenine transition (it is not specified wich release of transition) that can be applied to polycarbonate lenses. Frames choice is limited. Thanks to balor.

[Orracle]

First time buying glasses. I'm looking to spend $40 max.

Which site would be best in terms of quality and price: Zenni, Googgles4U, or ClearlyContacts/Coastal Contacts?

Thanks! :)

[Odiseo]

The glasses I ordered from Goggles4u came today from Pakistan. The quality is decent for being $50, although I think there is a problem with the prescription. When I put it on, it feels like I have vertigo. I can see fine if I just look through it with 1 eye, so I have an inkling that it's the PD. How and where can I get this verified? I know the PD I gave them is correct as I've ordered from clearlycontacts with the same.

And anyone with experience dealing with with prescription problems with g4u, do they give you a lot of trouble?

[br2brown]

First time buying glasses. I'm looking to spend $40 max.

Which site would be best in terms of quality and price: Zenni, Googgles4U, or ClearlyContacts/Coastal Contacts?

Thanks! :)

I've bought from Zenni and Coastal Contacts. The quality was vastly superior at Coastal Contacts. I would recommend them, even if you have to pay a little more.

[krs]

I bought a set of bifocals from Zenni last year.
Was pretty satisfied especially at the price.

Earlier this year I decided to get a second pair and since the price is quite low compared to local stores, I "splurged" and ordered progressive lenses.

Well the glasses look very nice, but I thought there was something wrong with the way they are made.
To keep anything in focus, one cannot just move the eyes to the left or right (forget the bifocus section for a moment), one has to actually turn the head.
The prescription is only correct in the very centre of the lens.

I thought that this was a problem with the glasses not being manufactured correctly - finally got around to call Zenni today to tyalk to a rep about it.
He tells me that is normal for all progressive lenses.

Well - if I had known that I would have never ordered progressive lenses!

[Lil Freek]

I'll be placing my order with SelectSpecs.com which ships from the UK.

It has pretty good reviews and caries real brands of lenses.

Anything you can get for $40 will fall apart in weeks. My glasses would be about $500/ea from major stores (Lens Crafters, Hakim, Laurier Optical) in Ottawa and they're $220 and $275 from SelectSpecs.

All the stores that are online sell generic glasses of mediocre quality. My last 2 pairs of glasses were name brand and have lasted 5 and 6 years each (lenses destroyed rather than frames)

Quality first, IMO.

[okiwan]

I'll be placing my order with SelectSpecs.com which ships from the UK.

It has pretty good reviews and caries real brands of lenses.

Anything you can get for $40 will fall apart in weeks. My glasses would be about $500/ea from major stores (Lens Crafters, Hakim, Laurier Optical) in Ottawa and they're $220 and $275 from SelectSpecs.

All the stores that are online sell generic glasses of mediocre quality. My last 2 pairs of glasses were name brand and have lasted 5 and 6 years each (lenses destroyed rather than frames)

Quality first, IMO.

At a price of $220 to $275 I wouldn't bother ordering online. You can shop around and find a local store selling at that price (as long as you avoid the usual scammers you mentioned above). Quality can be had online, and my glasses (3 different sets) ranging from $40-100, are high quality and brand name, ordered online from various retailers. They are over 2 years old and in great shape. I'm not sure how you can generalize by calling all online glasses mediocre, especially considering that "selectspecs" falls in that category. Most online retailers use brand name lenses and many have high quality frames.

[HowEver]

I have a bunch of <$40 glasses from clearlycontacts.ca, and some free ones (plus shipping). All name brands, all perfectly fine. The price has gone up a bit as the thinner glasses cost more now, but still a fraction of what other places charge.

I agree with the response above, selectspecs.com is an odd choice for Canadians.


I'll be placing my order with SelectSpecs.com which ships from the UK.

It has pretty good reviews and caries real brands of lenses.

Anything you can get for $40 will fall apart in weeks. My glasses would be about $500/ea from major stores (Lens Crafters, Hakim, Laurier Optical) in Ottawa and they're $220 and $275 from SelectSpecs.

All the stores that are online sell generic glasses of mediocre quality. My last 2 pairs of glasses were name brand and have lasted 5 and 6 years each (lenses destroyed rather than frames)

Quality first, IMO.

[balor]

New to online glasses and wondering if I should take the plunge. Thinking about trying optical4less first but first a few questions.

Looking for some nice quality online photochromic lenses. Anyone got any experience and want to shed some light? I keep hearing O4L has got good ones. Anyone know if O4L puts AR coating on their photochromic lenses? On their site it says they don't put AR on tinted lenses but I wonder if they consider photochromic to be tinted?

Any hidden fees I should know about? Like shipping, taxes, customs etc? Also do you need to do anything special to claim with insurance? Do they automatically give you a receipt and its smooth sailing from there?

Also, for the "free stuff" and customer rewards (i.e get 10pts for every $1 you spend) do they calculate that before or after the discount you get from coupon codes?

Thanks

[SPARTACVS]

New to online glasses and wondering if I should take the plunge. Thinking about trying optical4less first but first a few questions.

Looking for some nice quality online photochromic lenses. Anyone got any experience and want to shed some light? I keep hearing O4L has got good ones. Anyone know if O4L puts AR coating on their photochromic lenses? On their site it says they don't put AR on tinted lenses but I wonder if they consider photochromic to be tinted?

Any hidden fees I should know about? Like shipping, taxes, customs etc? Also do you need to do anything special to claim with insurance? Do they automatically give you a receipt and its smooth sailing from there?

Also, for the "free stuff" and customer rewards (i.e get 10pts for every $1 you spend) do they calculate that before or after the discount you get from coupon codes?

Thanks

From 8 posts above...

Well,

Finding something decent online for photochromic glasses is no luck.

Zenni has good prices but quality seems average at best and only with 1.59 index lenses.

Clearly Contacts and Coastal Contacts still doesn't sells photochromics.

Optical4less and eyewearmagic sells them but it's not cheap and only with 1.56 index.

I suspect Zenni 1.59 to be of similar quality as 1.56 optical4less.

[rei]

Any of the online places sell 1.74?

[akutsu]

anyone have problems submitting a claim to benefits? (sunlife)

Should I wait for the invoice that comes in the package? or just use the printable one?

also it shows the amount in $USD, should I convert it on my claim form or just leave it as it and indicate its in $USD?

Thanks

btw the site I bought from is optical4less

[rf134a]

Any of the online places sell 1.74?

Goggles4u sells generic 1.74 mineral glass. 1.74 is useless unless you usually wear coke bottle glasses.

[rei]

Looks like I'll have to get Nikon/Essilor 1.74s plastic.

-10 perscription pretty much warrants 1.74 wouldn't you say?

[balor]

From 8 posts above...
Thanks, I already read your post. You have experience with Zenni's photochromics and suspect O4L's are of similar quality? What basis do you have for this? I've read some great reviews on O4L's photochromics and lenses in general and the only problem I've seen is that they may be a bit thick (which isn't a problem for me because I have a low Rx). Anyone else with experience with online photochromics or O4L want to chip in?

Thanks

[SPARTACVS]

Thanks, I already read your post. You have experience with Zenni's photochromics and suspect O4L's are of similar quality? What basis do you have for this? I've read some great reviews on O4L's photochromics and lenses in general and the only problem I've seen is that they may be a bit thick (which isn't a problem for me because I have a low Rx). Anyone else with experience with online photochromics or O4L want to chip in?

Thanks

Hello Balor,

No I have no direct experience as I can't find an etailer that can fulfill my needs (nice-discrete frame for narrow face with photochromics).

My comments are a synthesis of all I have read. It's comming from this thread (I have read it all) and also http://www.eyeglassretailerreviews.com/ (http://www.eyeglassretailerreviews.com/)which you probably know.

Personnally, I won't go below 1.59 index. I'm not looking for high index but real polycabonate start at that level and they are not only thinner (only if needed) but also more resistant. I'm very tempted to give a try to an frameless. Zenni has 1.59 but I suspect it is close to the quality of a 1.56 of optical4less.

It's sad because if all of the etailers had just a higher level index (eg. 1.61 for zenni or 1.59 for optical4less), that will be perfect for me. But it's a young emerging market. Hey, many don't even sell photochromics and won't soon. Unfortunately, the one I have now are extremely old so I've been waiting long enough.

Hope it helps.

[jhan]

guys, I know the numbers for my contacts (power: -3.50, base curve: 8.4 diameter: 14), but not sure how they convert to glasses. Do I have to do the eye exam again? I don't have any prescription with me at the moment (optical store did a short test when I bought contacts from them maybe an year ago, and my eyesight hasn't changed much)

[balor]

Hello Balor,

No I have no direct experience as I can't find an etailer that can fulfill my needs (nice-discrete frame for narrow face with photochromics).

My comments are a synthesis of all I have read. It's comming from this thread (I have read it all) and also http://www.eyeglassretailerreviews.com/ (http://www.eyeglassretailerreviews.com/)which you probably know.

Personnally, I won't go below 1.59 index. I'm not looking for high index but real polycabonate start at that level and they are not only thinner (only if needed) but also more resistant. I'm very tempted to give a try to an frameless. Zenni has 1.59 but I suspect it is close to the quality of a 1.56 of optical4less.

It's sad because if all of the etailers had just a higher level index (eg. 1.61 for zenni or 1.59 for optical4less), that will be perfect for me. But it's a young emerging market. Hey, many don't even sell photochromics and won't soon. Unfortunately, the one I have now are extremely old so I've been waiting long enough.

Hope it helps.

Thanks for the reply. It is indeed difficult to find good photochromics online, hopefully you can find what you're looking for. I hear 39dollarglasses offers genuine transitions lenses. They also offer genuine polycarbonate transitions. Maybe you can try there. Anyone have experience with $39's transitions?

[bubble.tea]

I can't remember who I ordered my glasses from 2 years ago (or so), but what I wanted to say was the dang hinged rimless frames I got have been through hell and back...and are STILL going strong. I got the lenses replaced through work last year, but the temples and bridge are amazing!

Wednesday at work sports I got nailed in the nose/face (LOLz) with a floor hockey ball. Probably the fourth time I've had an elbow or cross-check or indoor soccer ball get me good in the past 2+years. Bent the nose piece back and I was good to go. Little frazzled no doubt :lol:...but no blood (internal or external :D).

I could NEVER get this kind of performance OR resilience in design from ANY of my previous frames which were bought retail in Ottawa throughout my preRFD life.

Amazing!!! About 8months ago I thought these were going to die for sure and had started scoping out true rimless/hingless frames., but these frames JUST WON'T DISSINTIGRATE LOL.

[bubble.tea]

who's ordered the BEST hingeless., rimless frames?

I should've ordered one of these., but I got caught up in the impulse world, and got rimless hinged ones....now I want HINGELESS!!!!

http://zennioptical.com/cart/d_887.jpg

http://zennioptical.com/cart/d_966.jpg

http://zennioptical.com/cart/d_977.jpg

http://optical4less.com/glasses/hingeless/HL008/main1.jpg

http://optical4less.com/glasses/hingeless/HL009/main1.jpg

http://optical4less.com/glasses/hingeless/HL011/main1.jpg

http://optical4less.com/glasses/hingeless/HL007/main1.jpg

I guess these are the only ones available currently. Gonna be ~$51 stock order., not sure if more for high index., Any personal testimonials?

Hey., found it!
I'm goin' for one of these when the time comes :).

[PoRco]

Oh wow, thank God I ran into this thread !!

Bookmarked, I have a stinking feeling that I'm gonna lose my only pair soon :D

[fergy]

guys, I know the numbers for my contacts (power: -3.50, base curve: 8.4 diameter: 14), but not sure how they convert to glasses. Do I have to do the eye exam again? I don't have any prescription with me at the moment (optical store did a short test when I bought contacts from them maybe an year ago, and my eyesight hasn't changed much)

Your optician should have your prescription on record.
.

[fergy]

I can't remember who I ordered my glasses from 2 years ago (or so), but what I wanted to say was the dang hinged rimless frames I got have been through hell and back...and are STILL going strong. I got the lenses replaced through work last year, but the temples and bridge are amazing!

Wednesday at work sports I got nailed in the nose/face (LOLz) with a floor hockey ball. Probably the fourth time I've had an elbow or cross-check or indoor soccer ball get me good in the past 2+years. Bent the nose piece back and I was good to go. Little frazzled no doubt :lol:...but no blood (internal or external :D).

I could NEVER get this kind of performance OR resilience in design from ANY of my previous frames which were bought retail in Ottawa throughout my preRFD life.

Amazing!!! About 8months ago I thought these were going to die for sure and had started scoping out true rimless/hingless frames., but these frames JUST WON'T DISSINTIGRATE LOL.


What online retailer did you buy from? Any idea what brand of frame you got? Are they titanium?
.

[balor]

anyone have problems submitting a claim to benefits? (sunlife)

Should I wait for the invoice that comes in the package? or just use the printable one?

also it shows the amount in $USD, should I convert it on my claim form or just leave it as it and indicate its in $USD?

Thanks

btw the site I bought from is optical4less

Did you have any luck with this (claiming with insurance)? I'm wondering about this too. Do they automatically send you a receipt?

[akutsu]

Did you have any luck with this (claiming with insurance)? I'm wondering about this too. Do they automatically send you a receipt?

I will wait for my glasses to arrive first instead of just sending in the invoice, just in case I have to pay duties (claim duty possible? since its tax?)

[balor]

I will wait for my glasses to arrive first instead of just sending in the invoice, just in case I have to pay duties (claim duty possible? since its tax?)

I just ordered two pairs of glasses from O4L as well. Will do the same as you. BTW, did you receive a confirmation e-mail? Its been 20mins since I paid and I haven't gotten one yet.

[akutsu]

I just ordered two pairs of glasses from O4L as well. Will do the same as you. BTW, did you receive a confirmation e-mail? Its been 20mins since I paid and I haven't gotten one yet.

Same with me
I had to open a ticket asking them to send one, but once you do you will receive it.

[Drwho]

I just ordered a pair of prescription eyeglass yesterday from ClearlyContacts.ca for about 50.00
Had to measure the PD with the print out ruler they provide online.
This is more of a spare pair and experiment for me to see how it works out in terms of quality etc.

Considering I paid 600.00 for my main glasses 2 years ago, I didn't know about online orders back then.
Have others here dealt with ClearlyContacts.ca, what's their service like?

Thanks

[smacd]

I just ordered a pair of prescription eyeglass yesterday from ClearlyContacts.ca for about 50.00
Had to measure the PD with the print out ruler they provide online.
This is more of a spare pair and experiment for me to see how it works out in terms of quality etc.

Considering I paid 600.00 for my main glasses 2 years ago, I didn't know about online orders back then.
Have others here dealt with ClearlyContacts.ca, what's their service like?

Thanks

I just placed my 4th order in 12 months with them last week. Excellent service, any problems are fixed immediately and if you don't like the glasses for any reason, including "they don't look/feel right", they'll pay for return shipping and give a full refund. Takes about 2 weeks for the glasses to arrive usually.

[balor]

Same with me
I had to open a ticket asking them to send one, but once you do you will receive it.

Haha same here. Had to open a ticket and received the e-mail just now. I also have the same insurance as you (sun life) :P. I wonder if the package even comes with a receipts lol. I'm extremely skeptical about these online glasses - well, we'll see how this all works out.

[DumasF]

I just ordered a pair of prescription eyeglass yesterday from ClearlyContacts.ca for about 50.00
Had to measure the PD with the print out ruler they provide online.
This is more of a spare pair and experiment for me to see how it works out in terms of quality etc.

Considering I paid 600.00 for my main glasses 2 years ago, I didn't know about online orders back then.
Have others here dealt with ClearlyContacts.ca, what's their service like?

Thanks
I only have one experience with ClearlyContacts.ca, but it's been great for me! I ordered a pair of prescription sunglasses last fall. They weren't very expensive but definitely great quality (much better than goggles4less).

Last week I broke them -- snapped off one of the arms when trying to adjust them myself. I emailed ClearlyContacts to see if I could buy a replacement pair of frames only -- no need to buy new lenses since they're still fine. They replied with a shipping label to send the glasses back for a free repair. Now that's great service!

[Drwho]

smacd/DumasF

Thanks for the Info!

[macnut]

Takes about 2 weeks for the glasses to arrive usually.

Their incoming workload may fluctuate quite a bit which would affect the time it takes.

Last week, put in an eyeglass order through Coastalcontacts.com (for the $6.95 On Sale ones) early Mon. a.m.,
and they arrived by Express Post from Vancouver on the Thurs. morning.

Can't beat 3 day turnaround.

All for $15.99 USD with the TELLAFRIEND discount.

Excellent service, and the frames are really good.
We examined the difference between how nose-pad retainers are designed on these and $300 DKNY frames. Also how positive the spring hinges felt.
Would rate CC ones significantly better.

[conbrio4]

I think I'll probably buy a couple pairs online this time. I'm looking at the p129 (http://www.optical4less.com/plastic-eyeglasses/p129) model at optical4less as I need glasses for my wide cranium. Zenni seems to have a good selection and both have detailed info about each pair. Clearlycontacts doesn't seem to have info like total frame width. My prescription is only -3.00 for both eyes, would you recommend a higher index plastic anyway?

Also, the 'cylinder' and 'axis' values for each eye don't have to be identical right? If your doctor only writes those values for one eye and leaves the other eye blank then it does not mean that those values apply to both?

Measuring PD: If you can't be bothered to go to an optometrist to measure your PD but like photo-editing, there may be a workaround. Take a picture of your face, staring forward, keeping your head straight, with good lighting, etc. and smiling with teeth. Using a ruler (clear, if possible), measure the width of one of your front teeth (or one that's showing, or any easily measurable facial feature). Record it. Open the picture in Photoshop (or a program with a measurement tool) and measure the same distance on the picture that you measured with your ruler. Guides are really helpful. Using the same technique, measure the distance between the centre of your eyes (or PD). Rotate the picture first if necessary. Then just use ratios:

(actual length of facial feature/digital length)=(x/digital length between pupils)

Nothing novel; essentially you're just scaling. It's probably not terribly accurate, but perhaps more accurate and less awkward than using a mirror and ruler or having a friend do it, especially if you have dark eyes.

[hdom]

The higher the index, the lighter the lens would be too.

Yes, values don't have to be the same or even close, as I found out.

As far as measuring PD goes, why not just take a picture with a ruler facing toward the camera right beneath your eyes. Then subtract the distance from the center line of your left eye to your right eye and that is your PD, no conversion required.


I think I'll probably buy a couple pairs online this time. I'm looking at the p129 (http://www.optical4less.com/plastic-eyeglasses/p129) model at optical4less as I need glasses for my wide cranium. Zenni seems to have a good selection and both have detailed info about each pair. Clearlycontacts doesn't seem to have info like total frame width. My prescription is only -3.00 for both eyes, would you recommend a higher index plastic anyway?

Also, the 'cylinder' and 'axis' values for each eye don't have to be identical right? If your doctor only writes those values for one eye and leaves the other eye blank then it does not mean that those values apply to both?

Measuring PD: If you can't be bothered to go to an optometrist to measure your PD but like photo-editing, there may be a workaround. Take a picture of your face, staring forward, keeping your head straight, with good lighting, etc. and smiling with teeth. Using a ruler (clear, if possible), measure the width of one of your front teeth (or one that's showing, or any easily measurable facial feature). Record it. Open the picture in Photoshop (or a program with a measurement tool) and measure the same distance on the picture that you measured with your ruler. Guides are really helpful. Using the same technique, measure the distance between the centre of your eyes (or PD). Rotate the picture first if necessary. Then just use ratios:

(actual length of facial feature/digital length)=(x/digital length between pupils)

Nothing novel; essentially you're just scaling. It's probably not terribly accurate, but perhaps more accurate and less awkward than using a mirror and ruler or having a friend do it, especially if you have dark eyes.

[jdi_knght]

Just to let everyone know, I recently bought a pair of glasses from GlassesShop. Went with the cheap frames ($8), basic lenses, and an AR coating ($4.95). Came to under $20 shipped.

Frames were alright - nothing special. Nose pads had to be adjusted, but that was about it. Lenses were quite good - very clear, and the AR coating stood up to my "hot water test" (didn't crack). All in all not bad.

Here are a few pics:
http://www.eyeglassretailerreviews.com/images/stories/glassesshop_sept2009/glassesshop_sept2009_overview_small.jpg (http://www.eyeglassretailerreviews.com/images/stories/glassesshop_sept2009/glassesshop_sept2009_overview.jpg) http://www.eyeglassretailerreviews.com/images/stories/glassesshop_sept2009/glassesshop_sept2009_lens3_small.jpg (http://www.eyeglassretailerreviews.com/images/stories/glassesshop_sept2009/glassesshop_sept2009_lens3.jpg) http://www.eyeglassretailerreviews.com/images/stories/glassesshop_sept2009/glassesshop_sept2009_lens5_small.jpg (http://www.eyeglassretailerreviews.com/images/stories/glassesshop_sept2009/glassesshop_sept2009_lens5.jpg)
Click on the thumbnails to view the full-size ones. Initially I put the full-size ones in the post but they'd probably make dial-up users a little unhappy :p

There's also a video review for GlassesShop on the EyeglassRetailerReviews.com website along with the written review/pics:
www.eyeglassretailerreviews.com/glassesshop-purchase-review.html (http://www.eyeglassretailerreviews.com/glassesshop-purchase-review.html)

or you can watch it on YouTube if you're interested and would prefer watching there:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=lBY37igVcqY (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lBY37igVcqY)

There'll be another review/video ready in a couple days as well.

[JMak]

how long does it take to ship it to Vancouver, cuz i just broke my own pair yesterday and i need them ASAP

[wiebecj]

quick question - if a perscription (for progressives) says this :


R-EYE: +0.00 Add +2.25 ADD2: +
L-EYE: +0.00-.50x073 Add +2.25 ADD2: +

how would I enter this?

left eye :

-.50 CYL

73 axis

I assume that is correct but can someone verify?

[smacd]

I just placed my 4th order in 12 months with them last week. Excellent service, any problems are fixed immediately and if you don't like the glasses for any reason, including "they don't look/feel right", they'll pay for return shipping and give a full refund. Takes about 2 weeks for the glasses to arrive usually.

Just received my glasses. One pair (rimless Rodenstock 4477 Satin brown) are perfect, the other pair (Kam Dhillon 3022 rimless/hingless) didn't fit well, so I called them and had a prepaid shipping label emailed to me within 5 minutes. They go back tomorrow and they'll send me a new invoice within 2 weeks. As I haven't paid a cent yet, I'll pay for the good pair when the new invoice arrives. Couldn't be easier. Great service!!:lol:

[nacho113]

how long does it take to ship it to Vancouver, cuz i just broke my own pair yesterday and i need them ASAP

If you can find something you like from coastalcontacts.com or clearlycontact.ca and you have a fairly simple prescription then you should get your glasses in just a few short days since they manufacture and ship out of Vancouver. I ordered a single vision pair on Saturday and they arrived at my door on the following Wednesday (5 days or just 3 business days) and I live in Manitoba.
The companies that ship from overseas usually take 2-3 weeks to arrive.
NOTE>>> if you want tinted lenses or progressive lenses from clearlycontacts or coastalcontacts, this will add almost 2 weeks to the production time.

[nacho113]

quick question - if a perscription (for progressives) says this :


R-EYE: +0.00 Add +2.25 ADD2: +
L-EYE: +0.00-.50x073 Add +2.25 ADD2: +

how would I enter this?

left eye :

-.50 CYL

73 axis

I assume that is correct but can someone verify?

That isn't really a progressive prescription, more like a pair of +2.25 reading glasses with a slight astigmatism correction. If you have a pair of progressives made, the upper part of the lens won't have any correction in it and the lower part of the lens will have the +2.25 reading power with the slight astigmatism correction in the left eye.
If you want to wear these as progressives, don't forget to put the ADD power in when you fill in the prescription online.
Otherwise just order a pair of reading glasses with +2.25 (and the astigmatism correction in the left eye) and take them off when you aren't doing close-up work.

[jmc0]

Did you have any luck with this (claiming with insurance)? I'm wondering about this too. Do they automatically send you a receipt?

Purchased ~$230US from costal but had a problem with my insurance (GWL); they wouldn’t allow the original claim, asked for more info.
After resubmitting all the same info again (i.e. there were nothing missing to begin with; gave them claim forms, CC statement, invoice, printed emails, etc.), GWL would not recognize the USD (i.e. only allow me to claim 1:1 on the $230 as CND instead of what is shown converted on the CC statement).
I had to resubmit as a special out of country claim (with all the same info yet again); before they finally honor USD<->CND amount charged on credit card statement.

Maybe just bad luck on my part, but you might want to check with your insurance company on how to claim US internet order (especially if it was shipped inside Canada but charged as USD [ie costal]). It took me almost two months with my insurance company to clear everything up.

[Orracle]

I had a contact lens training session today. I went in and asked if I could have my PD measured before I started the session. They refused and came up with a bunch of ******** excuses. One of them said that "they would be liable for giving out the PD if something were to happen." Yeah okay...they can give out prescriptions and not be liable but will be liable for giving out a PD?

I cancelled the session on the spot and won't be going back to that place again.

Are there any places that will give out my PD??

Help would be appreciated!!:D

[towhytea]

I had a contact lens training session today. I went in and asked if I could have my PD measured before I started the session. They refused and came up with a bunch of ******** excuses. One of them said that "they would be liable for giving out the PD if something were to happen." Yeah okay...they can give out prescriptions and not be liable but will be liable for giving out a PD?

I cancelled the session on the spot and won't be going back to that place again.

Are there any places that will give out my PD??

Help would be appreciated!!:D

Your washroom? Just grab a ruler and measure it urself. That's what I did and it came out perfect.

I think these pleaces are making it harder and harder for people to get there PD so they can try to keep the business

[lord wayne]

I had a contact lens training session today. I went in and asked if I could have my PD measured before I started the session. They refused and came up with a bunch of ******** excuses. One of them said that "they would be liable for giving out the PD if something were to happen." Yeah okay...they can give out prescriptions and not be liable but will be liable for giving out a PD?

I cancelled the session on the spot and won't be going back to that place again.

Are there any places that will give out my PD??

Help would be appreciated!!:D


I got mine give to me free at Walmart. Find one that is not very busy, be friendly and polite. I was able to get 2 different WM to give me a PD reading (to make sure).

[careh]

quick question - if a perscription (for progressives) says this :


R-EYE: +0.00 Add +2.25 ADD2: +
L-EYE: +0.00-.50x073 Add +2.25 ADD2: +

how would I enter this?

left eye :

-.50 CYL

73 axis

I assume that is correct but can someone verify?

You could also call clearlycontacts.ca and find out how to fax in your prescription to them - then they could tell you exactly where to enter the numbers.

[leadingsimon]

Not sure if its been mentioned already but I recently made an order with Zenni Optical a week ago, and the order arrived via Express yesterday.
News to me, considering my last couple of orders were via snail mail. :D

[Gilda]

Has anyone used the services of cheapglasses123.com, located in California?

Does anyone know of any discount providers than offer glass lens, rather than polycarbonate lens?
Google4U offers glass lens, anyone else?

[grinspy]

Anyone know where I can find promo codes for goggles4u?

Thanks, Yuval

[TheHans]

Has anyone used the services of cheapglasses123.com, located in California?

Does anyone know of any discount providers than offer glass lens, rather than polycarbonate lens?
Google4U offers glass lens, anyone else?

This place:

http://www.eyeglassfactoryoutlet.com/

Also has glass as does:

http://www.optical4less.com/

Both charge quite a hefty premium on glass. I'd been purchasing glass lenses via Googles4U, but they cut out glass lenses for bifocals, which I need. So I looked around for other sources, but decided to go with plastic (for the first time ever) with Zenni. I just felt uncomfortable paying around $200 for a pair with glass lenses at those other two places when I had no experience with either place and $200 is nothing to sneeze at if there are any problems. Plus, before they cut out glass for bifocals, the Goggles4U glasses were about $75. So I felt the others were possibly overpriced.

I haven't scratched the plastic ones from Zenni yet. But I figured at $39 it was worth the chance anyway. But, I must admit, I'm always paranoid about scratching them...

The Hans

[wiebecj]

Just ordered another 6 sets of glasses - 4 from zenni and 2 from googles4u. Under $200 total, and some shades and 1 set of photocromatic. I love those sites - i'll have at least 20 pairs of glasses after this.

[wiebecj]

oh and use the code save20 to get 20% off your order.


Dear Customer,
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Coupon code : Save20
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The above discount is valid for 72 hours only. For questions regarding placing the order or assistance, please feel free to contact us.

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[SPARTACVS]

Just ordered another 6 sets of glasses - 4 from zenni and 2 from googles4u. Under $200 total, and some shades and 1 set of photocromatic. I love those sites - i'll have at least 20 pairs of glasses after this.

Where did you get the photochromatic? Tell us what you think of them.

[Gilda]

Does anyone know of any discount providers than offer glass lens, rather than polycarbonate lens?
My polycarbs were scratched while doing concrete work, so I figured glass lens wld stand up better to fine sand/cement.
So thank you The Hans, for info on glass lens.

I haven't scratched the plastic ones from Zenni yet.... But, I must admit, I'm always paranoid about scratching them...

I ran across this: http://blog.makezine.com/archive/2007/02how_to_remove_eyeglasses.html
I understand that the scratches on the polycarbs are likely due to the chemical interaction with the AR, UV coatings, rather than scratches on the actual plastic.

Suggested fix-me-ups include toothpaste, sunscreen, auto polish, plexiglass cleaner, lapidary polishing cmpds, and glass etching formic acid (Armour Etch cream).

I think I'll try the formic acid etching which etches glass, but not plastic, is relatively inexpensive, readily available at hobby stores (possibly even WallyMart) and I can use it to make up some etched Xmas tree ornaments and window hangings as well!

Nothing to lose, as the glasses are currently unusable and I/ve since ordered a spare pair at Googles for $26ish. I'll post my results when I get around to polishing up the glasses.

You may want to google for more answers - "scratched eyeglass lens".

[SeeWhy2]

Not sure if its been mentioned already but I recently made an order with Zenni Optical a week ago, and the order arrived via Express yesterday.
News to me, considering my last couple of orders were via snail mail. :D
Ditto here! 1 week from order to delivery!

Where did you get the photochromatic? Tell us what you think of them.
I got mine at Zenni - Pure Titanium #3777 - $90 bucks and change delivered including photochromatic and anti-glare.

I am quite happy with them so far - they go from light to dark quite quickly when going from inside to outside.

I played ball last weekend and the script & PD are right on. I have never had Transitions so I'm not sure how they would compare but I would rate them 9/10 so far. I have only had them for 3 weeks so time will tell if I remain happy :)
FYI,

[SPARTACVS]

I got mine at Zenni - Pure Titanium #3777 - $90 bucks and change delivered including photochromatic and anti-glare.

I am quite happy with them so far - they go from light to dark quite quickly when going from inside to outside.

I played ball last weekend and the script & PD are right on. I have never had Transitions so I'm not sure how they would compare but I would rate them 9/10 so far. I have only had them for 3 weeks so time will tell if I remain happy :)
FYI,


Thanks for the feedback. I'm collecting informations about eretailers that offer photochromatics. I hear the Zenni photochromatic was so-so. That.s why it's important to have many opinions.

[wiebecj]

Where did you get the photochromatic? Tell us what you think of them.

I ordered the photocromatic from goggles4u - i'll put a review up when I get them. I was always on the fence before, but the extra 20% off coupon helped convince me to order another pair

[akutsu]

just received my order through optical4less, I am speechless, the quality is so good that I showed my family members they thought my glasses costed $500
they were shocked when I said $93 usd for both pairs

High recommend optical4less :cheesygri

[Thundercloud]

Thanks for the feedback. I'm collecting informations about eretailers that offer photochromatics. I hear the Zenni photochromatic was so-so. That.s why it's important to have many opinions.Eyewearmagic offers 6th generation Transitions 1.61 index lenses for like $120USD. That would be the best quality wise and is still cheap compared to B&M stores. And since they're a Toronto company, they also offer billing in Canadian funds.

The Transitions option wasn't available on their website last I've checked. You'd have to contact their customer service (which is excellent).

[briguy169]

I walked into two optical places today and both refused to measure my Pupillary Distance (PD). I called my optometrist and the receptionist said that my PD was not on file and that it was not measured. Is the PD part of my legal prescription that the optometrist must supply? I have all the other numbers just fine.

thanks

Bri

[akutsu]

I walked into two optical places today and both refused to measure my Pupillary Distance (PD). I called my optometrist and the receptionist said that my PD was not on file and that it was not measured. Is the PD part of my legal prescription that the optometrist must supply? I have all the other numbers just fine.

thanks

Bri

my opti did the same, but I did it myself and found it was pretty accurate to the PD listed on my old prescription

my own measurement was 67-68mm ish
and my old prescription was 69mm

there are guides to measure it yourself

sorry I edited the #'s

[FroJoe]

yeah had the same response with my dr.
but it took it myself a few times and the glasses are great.

[signup]

Does anyone experienced buying glasses for kids in any fr these sites? Any recommendation for which site? Thanks!

[Firestorm]

Anyone know a good location to get my pupil distance in Vancouver? Needs to be easily accessible by traffic.

[Cryton]

Ordered the cheapest pair that looked decent from Zenni (wanted to test the prescription and their quality/service). Took about 2 weeks to arrive and came priority for some reason (didn't pay for priority, free upgrade I guess). $20cad shipped for glasses with AR coating. Needless to say, they're good! Perfect prescription. The frames aren't the greatest but $20 is really good for these.

A trick for those wanting to know their PD:
Call the place you got you're last pair of glasses from and ask for your PD (make up some excuse like insurance company wants it on file, or work wants it, etc..). They should give it to you no problems. Your PD won't change unless you're still growing. Mine told me I was 61mm. I measured myself (mirror+ruler) and also got 61mm.

[MAGY]

I ordered 2 weeks ago from OPTICAL4LESS.
I have a very strong prescription and need progressive also.
My last pair of high index lenses cost almost $650 not including the frames almost 5 years ago.( Close to $850 with frames.)
I really could not afford a new pair and could not see through the old pair very well.
So I bit the bullet and thought I would try buying on line.
Most on line places did not carry high index for my prescription but OPTICAL4Less did. I read several reviews where everyone said their lenses were top quality.
The rimless frames and lenses almost identical to what I had, would have cost me less than $200., but I decided to try the top quality Precision SWISS lens for an extra $150 .(Research I did said they were even better)

So the bill was 350US - say $400 CDN.
Since I had paid $850 almost 5 years ago this was a pretty good savings but I also got better lenses.
The glasses came and the lenses are FABULOUS!!
Aside from the fact they are crystal clear, there is also wider field of vision and the bifocal part is so much better too.
I am really happy.

[zoolander]

You can also have someone measure it for you:

http://img195.imageshack.us/img195/151/46001487.png

http://www.goggles4u.com/pd.asp

[hdom]

The best DIY way is to hold a ruler under your eye, while looking straight into a camera and take a picture on timer/remote. The rest is similar to the above except it may be hard to line your right eye at zero so take whatever measurement under your left eye then minus the right and you will get your PD.

[Firestorm]

I did it by myself last time and I don't think I got a good measurement as my right eye (my right, your left =p) gets sore and sorta twitches every now and then. I asked my optometrist and he said that's probably the problem but he can't measure it for me. He said there should be some places in Richmond who can do it for a low fee but yeah, was wondering if anyone here knew.

[Jucius Maximus]

FYI:

I saw one of those laser eye surgery stations at the mall where they recruit people into getting a preliminary test for laser eye surgery through this machine that gives a printout of your (approximate) prescription.

This only takes a minute and the machine also gives your PD.

[saturnsw2]

hi
just got to say,i got 2 pairs of glasses from clearly contacts.
both are perfect.
i also had trouble with the pd.
my optometrist would not put it on the prescription and stated that the only reason for needing it was to buy online glasses.

i called the place where i had gotten my old glasses and they said it was proprietary information and they did not have to give it to me(their measurements)after pointing out i had purchased 3 pairs from them over the years they finally gave it to me.

i must say my experience with clearly contacts has been great.
i have a very strong prescription(-8.00 both eyes)
with bifocals(progressives)


also my first pair i got the standard lenses,second pair the high index 1.67.
looking at both,there is very little difference in the edge thickness between the 1.52 and the 1.67.
it is noticeable ,but i would not pay the extra for the high index.

thats just me ,as i am a cheap sob.

regards jeff

[SPARTACVS]

Does anybody know where I can get DriveWear or Transhades eyewear at a decent price (it doesn't have to be the cheapest)?

I'm only interested in photochromic + polarized. For driving, a little clip-on and problem solved.

thanks

[a88888888a]

Progressive lenses come in different grades. The cheap ones can cost 10.00 and the good ones cost hundreds of dollars.

It all depends on the design. Think of like a tread on a tire, some designs are good and some are bad. Mainly industry experts will be able to tell, but for the average person it will be hard to tell.

I bought a set of bifocals from Zenni last year.
Was pretty satisfied especially at the price.

Earlier this year I decided to get a second pair and since the price is quite low compared to local stores, I "splurged" and ordered progressive lenses.

Well the glasses look very nice, but I thought there was something wrong with the way they are made.
To keep anything in focus, one cannot just move the eyes to the left or right (forget the bifocus section for a moment), one has to actually turn the head.
The prescription is only correct in the very centre of the lens.

I thought that this was a problem with the glasses not being manufactured correctly - finally got around to call Zenni today to tyalk to a rep about it.
He tells me that is normal for all progressive lenses.

Well - if I had known that I would have never ordered progressive lenses!

[happen.stance]

I was going to try to buy a pair of glasses for my grandma as a backup pair (after accompanying her to get a new pair at $200+). I did some research online and figured out how to read the prescription, except for the O.D. I can't make out the last digit. Why must doctors have such bad handwriting?!

[resu]

I've tried buying glasses online twice. Both time the lenses seem to match my prescription perfectly, but whenever I try looking to either side, everything becomes very distorted (e.g. lines bending inwards instead of being straight). Even walking becomes nauseating when wearing the glasses...

Has anyone else experienced this?

The lens power only increased by 0.25, from -4.25 to -4.5 (both eyes). I ordered 1.61 index both times.

Help :confused:

[a88888888a]

The glasses I ordered from Goggles4u came today from Pakistan. The quality is decent for being $50, although I think there is a problem with the prescription. When I put it on, it feels like I have vertigo. I can see fine if I just look through it with 1 eye, so I have an inkling that it's the PD. How and where can I get this verified? I know the PD I gave them is correct as I've ordered from clearlycontacts with the same.

And anyone with experience dealing with with prescription problems with g4u, do they give you a lot of trouble?

when you buy online it's part of the risk you take. no one locally should check the glasses for you, as they did not receive any benefit from you.

[a88888888a]

I've tried buying glasses online twice. Both time the lenses seem to match my prescription perfectly, but whenever I try looking to either side, everything becomes very distorted (e.g. lines bending inwards instead of being straight). Even walking becomes nauseating when wearing the glasses...

Has anyone else experienced this?

The lens power only increased by 0.25, from -4.25 to -4.5 (both eyes). I ordered 1.61 index both times.

Help :confused:

It has to do with the lens design. You need to understand that most places that sell online glasses (not all) will give you the most basic lens design, despite what they say on their website. Some designs have more distortion than others.

[a88888888a]

I walked into two optical places today and both refused to measure my Pupillary Distance (PD). I called my optometrist and the receptionist said that my PD was not on file and that it was not measured. Is the PD part of my legal prescription that the optometrist must supply? I have all the other numbers just fine.

thanks

Bri

When someone dispenses the eyeglasses, it is their responsibility to measure the pd.

In your case, who is dispensing the eyewear?

From a retired industry expert :)

[a88888888a]

Ordered the cheapest pair that looked decent from Zenni (wanted to test the prescription and their quality/service). Took about 2 weeks to arrive and came priority for some reason (didn't pay for priority, free upgrade I guess). $20cad shipped for glasses with AR coating. Needless to say, they're good! Perfect prescription. The frames aren't the greatest but $20 is really good for these.

A trick for those wanting to know their PD:
Call the place you got you're last pair of glasses from and ask for your PD (make up some excuse like insurance company wants it on file, or work wants it, etc..). They should give it to you no problems. Your PD won't change unless you're still growing. Mine told me I was 61mm. I measured myself (mirror+ruler) and also got 61mm.

Insurance companies don't require a pd. Why don't you just tell them the truth and ask for the pd. If they don't give it to you, they it's their choice. Why lie? No one likes to be lied to.

[a88888888a]

I ordered 2 weeks ago from OPTICAL4LESS.
I have a very strong prescription and need progressive also.
My last pair of high index lenses cost almost $650 not including the frames almost 5 years ago.( Close to $850 with frames.)
I really could not afford a new pair and could not see through the old pair very well.
So I bit the bullet and thought I would try buying on line.
Most on line places did not carry high index for my prescription but OPTICAL4Less did. I read several reviews where everyone said their lenses were top quality.
The rimless frames and lenses almost identical to what I had, would have cost me less than $200., but I decided to try the top quality Precision SWISS lens for an extra $150 .(Research I did said they were even better)

So the bill was 350US - say $400 CDN.
Since I had paid $850 almost 5 years ago this was a pretty good savings but I also got better lenses.
The glasses came and the lenses are FABULOUS!!
Aside from the fact they are crystal clear, there is also wider field of vision and the bifocal part is so much better too.
I am really happy.

how did you measure the height on the lens?

[a88888888a]

The best DIY way is to hold a ruler under your eye, while looking straight into a camera and take a picture on timer/remote. The rest is similar to the above except it may be hard to line your right eye at zero so take whatever measurement under your left eye then minus the right and you will get your PD.

this is a flawed method and will only work for reading glasses.

for those that follow this method and have a high prescription, please let me know how it works out. i'm interested in the feedback

[a88888888a]

hi
just got to say,i got 2 pairs of glasses from clearly contacts.
both are perfect.
i also had trouble with the pd.
my optometrist would not put it on the prescription and stated that the only reason for needing it was to buy online glasses.

i called the place where i had gotten my old glasses and they said it was proprietary information and they did not have to give it to me(their measurements)after pointing out i had purchased 3 pairs from them over the years they finally gave it to me.

i must say my experience with clearly contacts has been great.
i have a very strong prescription(-8.00 both eyes)
with bifocals(progressives)


also my first pair i got the standard lenses,second pair the high index 1.67.
looking at both,there is very little difference in the edge thickness between the 1.52 and the 1.67.
it is noticeable ,but i would not pay the extra for the high index.

thats just me ,as i am a cheap sob.

regards jeff

clearly contacts only sells discontinued styles that are 2-3 years old. They are the frames that cannot sell in normal stores that need to be cleared through discount sellers.

[a88888888a]

Does anybody know where I can get DriveWear or Transhades eyewear at a decent price (it doesn't have to be the cheapest)?

I'm only interested in photochromic + polarized. For driving, a little clip-on and problem solved.

thanks

drivewear will never be cheap and it won't be refundable if you pay discount prices.

[zoolander]

Insurance companies don't require a pd. Why don't you just tell them the truth and ask for the pd. If they don't give it to you, they it's their choice. Why lie? No one likes to be lied to.

+1, I'm not going to preach ethics but my brother knows exactly why you are asking for your PD and he'll charge you for it, after all it's his time too. If you lie, he'll just kick you out of his office, politely, lol. Fortunately, he's my younger brother so he'll give me my Rx and PD for free.

[a88888888a]

I would rather recommend clearlycontacts.ca

38$ prescription glasses with return policy
As well as call center and reliable shipping
Also it's a canadian company so much safer
Than overseas. I've personally ordered from there
And highly recommend them there is a thread about them too
Theyalso have buy now pay later scheme plus 15%coupons

Clearly contacts is okay, but don't kid yourself. Everything is still coming from china. The lenses are from china, the frames are from china (despite what it says). The call center is probably in Canada and the edging of the lenses probably occur in Canada.

If you were so concerned about supporting your local economy you wouldn't buy online, so I don't get your point.

[a88888888a]

Ditto here! 1 week from order to delivery!


I got mine at Zenni - Pure Titanium #3777 - $90 bucks and change delivered including photochromatic and anti-glare.

I am quite happy with them so far - they go from light to dark quite quickly when going from inside to outside.

I played ball last weekend and the script & PD are right on. I have never had Transitions so I'm not sure how they would compare but I would rate them 9/10 so far. I have only had them for 3 weeks so time will tell if I remain happy :)
FYI,

They are not transition, but photochromic. Zenni optical doesn't pay licensing fees to Transitions to use their product.

ANOTHER ORIGINAL FROM AN INDUSTRY EXPERT :)

[a88888888a]

Eyewearmagic offers 6th generation Transitions 1.61 index lenses for like $120USD. That would be the best quality wise and is still cheap compared to B&M stores. And since they're a Toronto company, they also offer billing in Canadian funds.

The Transitions option wasn't available on their website last I've checked. You'd have to contact their customer service (which is excellent).

The generation of Transitions is a gimmick. There's very little difference between the 5 and 6 generation. It's similar to the megapixel war in cameras. Same thing....it's a marketing game.

ANOTHER ORIGINAL FROM AN INDUSTRY EXPERT

[a88888888a]

I only have one experience with ClearlyContacts.ca, but it's been great for me! I ordered a pair of prescription sunglasses last fall. They weren't very expensive but definitely great quality (much better than goggles4less).

Last week I broke them -- snapped off one of the arms when trying to adjust them myself. I emailed ClearlyContacts to see if I could buy a replacement pair of frames only -- no need to buy new lenses since they're still fine. They replied with a shipping label to send the glasses back for a free repair. Now that's great service!

They have basket or case loads of those frames sitting in their warehouse. If they don't move them, they will be useless in another year.

[vorthex]

+1, I'm not going to preach ethics but my brother knows exactly why you are asking for your PD and he'll charge you for it, after all it's his time too. If you lie, he'll just kick you out of his office, politely, lol. Fortunately, he's my younger brother so he'll give me my Rx and PD for free.

actually as far as I know its your right to know your p.d. by law? if im right, your brother better be careful ;)

[a88888888a]

quick question - if a perscription (for progressives) says this :


R-EYE: +0.00 Add +2.25 ADD2: +
L-EYE: +0.00-.50x073 Add +2.25 ADD2: +

how would I enter this?

left eye :

-.50 CYL

73 axis

I assume that is correct but can someone verify?

You need someone to measure the height of the lens for you, otherwise it is hit or miss with the outcome.

Good luck.

[a88888888a]

Thanks, I already read your post. You have experience with Zenni's photochromics and suspect O4L's are of similar quality? What basis do you have for this? I've read some great reviews on O4L's photochromics and lenses in general and the only problem I've seen is that they may be a bit thick (which isn't a problem for me because I have a low Rx). Anyone else with experience with online photochromics or O4L want to chip in?

Thanks

Remember only an industry expert would be able to tell if lenses are good or bad. Otherwise it's just a random opinion.

[a88888888a]

I bought a set of bifocals from Zenni last year.
Was pretty satisfied especially at the price.

Earlier this year I decided to get a second pair and since the price is quite low compared to local stores, I "splurged" and ordered progressive lenses.

Well the glasses look very nice, but I thought there was something wrong with the way they are made.
To keep anything in focus, one cannot just move the eyes to the left or right (forget the bifocus section for a moment), one has to actually turn the head.
The prescription is only correct in the very centre of the lens.

I thought that this was a problem with the glasses not being manufactured correctly - finally got around to call Zenni today to tyalk to a rep about it.
He tells me that is normal for all progressive lenses.

Well - if I had known that I would have never ordered progressive lenses!

You cannot order progressive lenses accurately without a special measurement, otherwise it's just hit or miss.

ANOTHER ORIGINAL FROM AN INDUSTRY EXPERT :)

[a88888888a]

Any of the online places sell 1.74?

1.74 is not the highest index. Also the design and the index dictate the thickness of a lens - not just the index alone.

ANOTHER ORIGINAL POST FROM AN INDUSTRY EXPERT :)

[a88888888a]

Goggles4u sells generic 1.74 mineral glass. 1.74 is useless unless you usually wear coke bottle glasses.

glass does not come in index 1.74.

[a88888888a]

Looks like I'll have to get Nikon/Essilor 1.74s plastic.

-10 perscription pretty much warrants 1.74 wouldn't you say?

1.90 chemical temp glass with 12 layer AR coating if you are not involved with things that would impact your eyes, b/c 1.90 index is a brittle material.

[a88888888a]

I also had problems with my glasses, wrote a nice email and never got an answer. The 30 days limit is well over now and i'm kinda pissed, the glasses gets me all dizzy and shits.

It might be your prescription. If they follow your prescription and it's not a style issue I wouldn't refund you anything, b/c it sounds like they did nothing wrong.

How much did you spend? If it's only like 30-40 dollars, it's not worth the hassle to make a big fuss about this issue.

It's part of the game, buy online, save some money and take some risk. A wise old man (even older than me) once said:

"Sonny, if you can't lose, don't play the game.", he's no longer alive, but that's another issue.

ANOTHER ORIGINAL FOR AN INDUSTRY EXPERT :)

[resu]

It has to do with the lens design. You need to understand that most places that sell online glasses (not all) will give you the most basic lens design, despite what they say on their website. Some designs have more distortion than others.

What kind of lens design should I ask for if I buy from a retail shop?

[a88888888a]

What kind of lens design should I ask for if I buy from a retail shop?

It would depend on your prescription. Atoric or Bi-Aspheric would eliminate most of the distortion when you look away from the center of the lens. Keep in mind there are many forms of Atoric and Bi-Ashperic designs.

[a88888888a]

Got my second pair of bifocals from Zenni and have a strange problem.

I'm going to email them tomorrow but wondered if any one here has encountered something similar.

First pair are traditional bifocals with the horizontal line separating the reading and distance prescription.
On those glasses (prescription is quite strong) I can lokk through the glasses straight ahead and also at an angle to the edge of the lens and everything stays in focus.

On the new pair - same prescription, I decided to spend a bit more money and got the bifocals without the horizontal line. With those glasses, things are only in focus if I look straight ahead through the lenses.
If I look at the slightest angle to th right or left, the letters of a sign for instance will slant to the right (instead of remaining vertical) and they will go out of focus very rapidly.
Is that because the second set of glasses have progressive lenses?

You are looking thru the blur zones of the lenses. You took a risk and lost, b/c your actual fit does not correspond to their theoretical fit. It's part of life taking risk. You should respect yourself.

[sacabeans]

really, respect himself?

[HowEver]

Actually, that isn't how it works here, old or young. When something doesn't work, or work optimally, we ask for our money back. We try to do it fairly, we accept that it might even be our fault, but we ask.

Any self-respecting RFDer would save the money *and* ask for it back if things don't work out.

It shouldn't matter if it's online or in your store (or in the alley behind your store): we save, and we ask.



It might be your prescription. If they follow your prescription and it's not a style issue I wouldn't refund you anything, b/c it sounds like they did nothing wrong.

How much did you spend? If it's only like 30-40 dollars, it's not worth the hassle to make a big fuss about this issue.

It's part of the game, buy online, save some money and take some risk. A wise old man (even older than me) once said:

"Sonny, if you can't lose, don't play the game.", he's no longer alive, but that's another issue.

ANOTHER ORIGINAL FOR AN INDUSTRY EXPERT :)

[ieatkittens]

Ordered a pair of glasses yesterday with the standard lens. My script is:
SP CY AX OD
OD +0.25 -1.5 97 64
OS -0.25 -1.0 60

Should I email and have them bump them up to a thinner lens? I figured it wouldn't make a difference with my script, though I have some astigmatism and I think that adds to the thickness of the lens?

[a88888888a]

Ordered a pair of glasses yesterday with the standard lens. My script is:
SP CY AX OD
OD +0.25 -1.5 97 64
OS -0.25 -1.0 60

Should I email and have them bump them up to a thinner lens? I figured it wouldn't make a difference with my script, though I have some astigmatism and I think that adds to the thickness of the lens?

You don't need a thinner lens.

[a88888888a]

If you went to buy a medication at an online pharmacy and you took the medication. However, it didn't perform the desired result, that is, it didn't make you feel better or it may have even made you feel worse.

Now maybe the medication prescribed was wrong, maybe the medication doesn't work for everyone. In any event, if I owned the pharmacy and I sold you what your prescription said on it. I've complete my end of the deal. Correct?

Now if you came back to me to ask for a refund, guess what type of a refund I would give you? $0. You know why? I would ask you if I did anything wrong? Then I would ask you if I should be paying for other peoples mistakes?

Then finally I would tell you that your thinking is illogical and that you should never own a business that sells anything to anyone, b/c you would just be refunding money to people all day long. It's a joke! For those that live their life like a joke.

Please use some logic and think how you would feel if you owned the above phramacy??? :confused:

Actually, that isn't how it works here, old or young. When something doesn't work, or work optimally, we ask for our money back. We try to do it fairly, we accept that it might even be our fault, but we ask.

Any self-respecting RFDer would save the money *and* ask for it back if things don't work out.

It shouldn't matter if it's online or in your store (or in the alley behind your store): we save, and we ask.

[astrotrain]

You don't need a thinner lens.

Hi,

Can you give your insight if index level 1.61 is good for this prescription?

Right Eye:
Sphere: -6.25
Cylinder: -1.00
Axis: 180

Left Eye:
Sphere: -6.00
Cylinder: -0.75
Axis: 20

PD: 66.0

If it is too thick do you suggest the 1.67 index from clearlycontacts?

[ieatkittens]

You don't need a thinner lens.

That is precisely what I wanted to hear, thank you!

I've been without glasses for a couple of months now...it is going to be great to be able to see again!

[saturnsw2]

clearly contacts only sells discontinued styles that are 2-3 years old. They are the frames that cannot sell in normal stores that need to be cleared through discount sellers.

hi
i was not quite sure how to take your posts at first,but after reading a bunch ,i have to say that you are pretty informative and honest.

i wonder why they would not keep some of there deleted frames around to sell to people who do not want the latest and greatest styles.

by the way, i did purchase a set of progressives from my optometrist ,even after purchasing from clearly.i now have three sets of glasses.
jeff

[rf134a]

For -6, I would suggest the 1.74 lenses. Of course, it comes down to your personal preference to weight and thickness.

Hi,

Can you give your insight if index level 1.61 is good for this prescription?

Right Eye:
Sphere: -6.25
Cylinder: -1.00
Axis: 180

Left Eye:
Sphere: -6.00
Cylinder: -0.75
Axis: 20

PD: 66.0

If it is too thick do you suggest the 1.67 index from clearlycontacts?

[rf134a]

glass does not come in index 1.74.

Sure it does, g4u says so. :D

According to this article from 2000, glass lenses go up to 1.90. :!:
http://www.revoptom.com/archive/FEATURES/ro0400f1.htm

They don't seem to be too expensive... check here: http://www.iris-spectacles.co.uk/faqs4.cfm
http://www.corning.com/ophthalmic/products/educational_info/high_index.aspx

[a88888888a]

Hi,

Can you give your insight if index level 1.61 is good for this prescription?

Right Eye:
Sphere: -6.25
Cylinder: -1.00
Axis: 180

Left Eye:
Sphere: -6.00
Cylinder: -0.75
Axis: 20

PD: 66.0

If it is too thick do you suggest the 1.67 index from clearlycontacts?

1.61 is good if the eyesize of the frame is small.

If the eye size is large, try to get 1.67.

There are other factors also, but it's too complicated for online shopping. I would say that if people have simple eyes and a simple prescription, online shopping would be an okay bet, but if you have complex eyes or a complex prescription it would depend on how much you understand about optics.

[a88888888a]

hi
i was not quite sure how to take your posts at first,but after reading a bunch ,i have to say that you are pretty informative and honest.

i wonder why they would not keep some of there deleted frames around to sell to people who do not want the latest and greatest styles.

by the way, i did purchase a set of progressives from my optometrist ,even after purchasing from clearly.i now have three sets of glasses.
jeff

The big frame companies buy in bulk. Not everything they buy gets sold and some get returned by the stores that buy them. They typically need to keep the frames around for about two years to services the frames out in the field, just in case some of them break or have warranty issues. After this period they will sell the frames to discounts, because normal optical stores will no longer want old stock or stock that doesn't have a warranty.

Typically a discounter comes along and buys a lot of these frames to sell (online). People are attracted to the brand, but the styles are typically old or slow selling styles. It's similar to buying clothing that is two years old, so that is why it is cheaper.

Out of your three pairs of progressives, which is the best?

[a88888888a]

Sure it does, g4u says so. :D

According to this article from 2000, glass lenses go up to 1.90. :!:
http://www.revoptom.com/archive/FEATURES/ro0400f1.htm

They don't seem to be too expensive... check here: http://www.iris-spectacles.co.uk/faqs4.cfm
http://www.corning.com/ophthalmic/products/educational_info/high_index.aspx

glass lenses typically only come in 1.7 1.8 or 1.9.

plastic lenses can come in 1.74

[saturnsw2]

The big frame companies buy in bulk. Not everything they buy gets sold and some get returned by the stores that buy them. They typically need to keep the frames around for about two years to services the frames out in the field, just in case some of them break or have warranty issues. After this period they will sell the frames to discounts, because normal optical stores will no longer want old stock or stock that doesn't have a warranty.

Typically a discounter comes along and buys a lot of these frames to sell (online). People are attracted to the brand, but the styles are typically old or slow selling styles. It's similar to buying clothing that is two years old, so that is why it is cheaper.

Out of your three pairs of progressives, which is the best?

hi
i got two pairs of standard glasses(non progressive) from clearly within a week.
i am still waiting for my progressives from my optometrist,go figure.
after thinking things thru,i did not want to get my progressives online,the last pair i got from the optometrist gave me a lot of trouble and i was back
numerous time until i was satisfied. a matter of fact i was probably a p-i-t-a to them.
that, in my opinion is worth something and vancouver is a long way from nova scotia.

so i can't really answer the question as i did not get progressives online.

regards,jeff

[a88888888a]

hi
i got two pairs of standard glasses(non progressive) from clearly within a week.
i am still waiting for my progressives from my optometrist,go figure.
after thinking things thru,i did not want to get my progressives online,the last pair i got from the optometrist gave me a lot of trouble and i was back
numerous time until i was satisfied. a matter of fact i was probably a p-i-t-a to them.
that, in my opinion is worth something and vancouver is a long way from nova scotia.

so i can't really answer the question as i did not get progressives online.

regards,jeff

There are hundreds of different progressive lens designs if the design is not matched well to the way your eyes work, it may work, but not optimally.

When you see your optometrist, ask them for the exact name and brand or the lens and tell me what your prescription is?

I'll give you my professional opinion?

[a88888888a]

I posted some useful information here to help people understand about online optical stores and how their businesses work (positive and truthful information).

I rechecked this thread and found the the information I posted was deleted.

I want to know if this forum is for expressing truthful information to the users of this forum or if there is some sort of Big Brother filtering all the info, even when it is useful of forum members?

Can the Administrator or someone who knows more about this forum comment?

Is it 100% here for the benefit of the public? :idea:

Thanks!

[akutsu]

just wanted to add that sunlife covered 80% of the cost of my glasses so I ended up getting 2 pairs of nice glasses for around $20 shipped :D

[Avignon]

I posted some useful information here to help people understand about online optical stores and how their businesses work (positive and truthful information).

I rechecked this thread and found the the information I posted was deleted.

I want to know if this forum is for expressing truthful information to the users of this forum or if there is some sort of Big Brother filtering all the info, even when it is useful of forum members?

Can the Administrator or someone who knows more about this forum comment?

Is it 100% here for the benefit of the public? :idea:

Thanks!

I'm intrigued - I would really like to read the missing posts - I have found this member's posts to be balanced, measured & valuable.

I'd hate to think that RFD was degenerating into a shill org...

[Roll]

I posted some useful information here to help people understand about online optical stores and how their businesses work (positive and truthful information).

I rechecked this thread and found the the information I posted was deleted.

I want to know if this forum is for expressing truthful information to the users of this forum or if there is some sort of Big Brother filtering all the info, even when it is useful of forum members?

Can the Administrator or someone who knows more about this forum comment?

Is it 100% here for the benefit of the public? :idea:

Thanks!

I also find what was posted..very informative..thanks

[a88888888a]

I'm intrigued - I would really like to read the missing posts - I have found this member's posts to be balanced, measured & valuable.

I'd hate to think that RFD was degenerating into a shill org...

Thanks. Can the Administrator or Moderator of who deleted my post repost my reply to this tread.

Thanks you.