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LensCrafters produces and sells prescription eyewear and sunglasses. The company offers an extensive range of frames and lenses, along with eye exams. Since its founding in 1983, LensCrafters has integrated optical technology and in-store labs to provide same-day services.
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Reviewed April 7, 2016
On March 15th I went into a Lenscrafters near where I live. As I stood at the counter, I waited for one of the associates to acknowledge me. Even though they glanced at me no one greeted me. I should have ran out of the door then but decided to proceed. I ordered and paid for a new pair of glasses and was told that I will receive them on March 25th. Well, today is April 7th and I still don't have my glasses. I called the store several times and was told that they would be in that evening by UPS. I decided to call the corporate office which wasn't any better. It seems as if no one really cares about the quality of their services nor if the customers are happy after visiting their establishments.
Well, I was told that the 3rd party lab that they use keeps breaking the glasses because of a particular coating that they are using. If something keeps going wrong after several attempts then that means to try another method or suggest something else or just say that we are unable to fill this order. I would have accepted that, but no one told me anything until I called the corporate office. The only person that really tried to help me was the Lab associate at the store (Wakita and Robert). She is what you call an asset to the company but I'm quite sure that she will never be fully recognized for her professionalism, customer service, and positive attitude. I wish that they could be promoted or just honored in some sort of way. I tell you this, I will never, ever use their services again, nor will I refer anyone to Lenscrafters.
Reviewed March 3, 2016
I have been going to Lenscrafters for several years after having a lot of issues with getting a difficult prescription right. The staff was always friendly, courteous, and helpful. Today I was having a problem with my vision causing pressure in my head and eyes so I went to the store to try and get in to see the Dr. I stood at the counter for some time before an associate said to me "they are at lunch, are you here for an appointment?" I told her no, I would like to see if they can get me in this afternoon. She responded "well there are several people before you" and I don't think they have anything and walked off.
So I took a seat and waited. Reading the big sign on the wall that says "walk-ins welcome". What it should say is "walk-ins welcome with an appointment". When the associate returned from lunch she logged on and said "no we have no appointments available today. Go online and make an appointment when you are available to come back." I honestly left there feeling very dissatisfied and I'm not sure I really want to ever go back.
Reviewed Feb. 11, 2016
I have been getting glasses from Lenscrafters for the past 20 years for me and my entire family. I must say that within the past 10 years I have seen the service decline and the prices increase, both at an incredible fast pace. I have my eye doctor fax my prescription to another state within 5 minutes but when I called Lens Crafter to get the measurement of my PD done by them last year they gave me this cacameny diarrhea lie of why they couldn't give me my PD over the phone, because of some government law of OMG, blah blah blah. Really?? They were obviously angry that I was getting a pair of glasses done somewhere else.
Lenscrafters you have very bad service, extremely poor quality frames and outrageous prices, and your employees are shiny reflection of the awful company they work for. Your guarantee is bogus. You lost me, and my entire family as customers. I hope people shop around before they walk in one of your stores. By going somewhere else it has worth the wait for me, better prices, better frames and by far better service.
Reviewed Feb. 5, 2016
This is a message I shouldn't have to post. I'm about to turn 50 and the pair of glasses I just got are my first. I'm not the only person in my family who wears glasses now. LensCrafters should view those other family members as potential customers. But here's the deal, they are no longer potential customers. Either am I. I waited patiently until my glasses came in 12 days after ordering them. So on Thursday February 4, I went into their Quail Springs Mall location in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to pick them up at about 10:45 AM. When I got there, one other customer was with a store customer service specialist ordering their glasses. I stood by the counter for about 3 minutes sort of expecting her to say "Sir I'll be with you or someone else will be with you, in a moment." But that never happened so I just took a seat.
After another 7 minutes a guy who walked by in the back who saw me about a minute after I had arrived finally emerged from the back of the store. He then proceeded to ask the lady helping the customer who was next. Surprise! I was the only one in there! So I go to the counter and he asks how he can help me. I say I'm picking up glasses and provide my name. He turns around to the drawer and pulls my case out. Then he handed them to me. The transaction was done in his eyes. He didn't ask if we needed to sit to make sure they are adjusted to my face or anything. I mean I fully understand he needed to get to all of those other NO CUSTOMERS IN THE STORE. Of course I'm being facetious. This is horrendous customer service. Not only was there zero communication about the 12 days I waited, there was no service after the sale.
This guy had an empty store and was too busy to say "Hey sir let's get these fitted right before you walk out of here." Or "lets clean those smudged and dirty lenses." The lenses were a total mess by the way. Is this standard practice to give them to the customers dirty? Is this standard practice to not know where the customer's product is? Can't they provide a little cloth with the purchase to make sure we don't scratch our glasses? Is this standard practice to practically throw the product at the customer and basically say "Take 'em and get the hell out of our store!" Because that's what this felt like. Now guess what I have to do? I have to make another trip back to the store because the dang glasses are crooked. I'm sure after reading my complaints LensCrafters could really care less. That's fine. But they need to know this experience was a complete and total train wreck of epic proportions.
I got the one year warranty on my glasses and if they so much as get the tiniest scratch or scuff I will trade them in weekly if I have to...to make sure they live up to your end of the bargain. Quail Springs LensCrafters just lost a household of customers. I'm also taking this to Twitter as well. I figure the world needs to know about my experience and I will try and persuade as many people as I can to use another company not affiliated with LensCrafters. This is 100 percent on them for treating a customer, and potential repeat customer, so poorly. They took my hundreds of dollars and as far as they were concerned that's the moment their obligation to provide any additional customer service ended. Shame on LensCrafters. Thanks for taking my money LensCrafters and making me feel worthless as a customer. Good job!
Reviewed Jan. 26, 2016
Lens in my glasses showing small pitting. Above normal care for these as they cost over 400$. First pair done with them, and first time I've ever seen this with lens after 6 months. Salesperson said should have spent extra 35$ for insurance. Last pair I buy from them.
Reviewed Jan. 26, 2016
Lenscrafters is somehow able to discriminate against people who actually HAVE insurance. Upon checking out (for the past 5 years) I am asked if I want to use my insurance and the amount will be X. I'm also given the cost based on their current promotion (w/o insurance), which is almost always higher than what is given using insurance. WHY CAN'T I USE BOTH?? Lenscrafters won't allow you to get their current "sale" price then use your insurance to pay the "sale" price. You either pay full price in order to use insurance coverage or pay the "sale" price directly out of pocket. This is ludicrous. What difference does it make if their "sale" priced payment comes directly from my pocket or that of my insurance company's (which I PAY FOR ALSO). This practice should absolutely stop immediately. Give me the sale price then accept my insurance coverage for it! Maddening!
Reviewed Jan. 19, 2016
I spent nearly $400 for a pair of glasses. When I picked them up, immediately I was dizzy and voiced a problem with the left lens. I was told to 'get used to them'. Then the lady got up, walked away and reappeared 5 mins later, turned her back to me and started cleaning counters and talking to co-workers. I spoke up "Are you going to speak to me again?" and she turned and said "Pat can help you" and I replied "You could have said something!" Then Pat took a tool to the frame and started bending it, but I continued with the blurriness, and she suggested I try them for a few days. Two days later I was so dizzy and nauseous I went back to my old glasses. I contacted corporate who advised me to wait 10 days. I called my lawyer instead. May picket the place.
Reviewed Dec. 19, 2015
I had an appointment on 12-19-2015 with the friendly center location and I arrived 1 hour early for the appointment. They said they may be able to get me in early if I waited. However, as I was waiting there were at least 2 other people that came in as walk-ins. When my appointment finally came around I asked why I wasn't being taken, but the walk-ins were. They said it will be just a min. It was 20 minutes past my appointment time before they called me in. Then I found out it wasn't even with the doctor that I made the appointment with. When I told them this, they said that when you make the appointment online it doesn't tell them the doctor that you choose. However, you have to choose the doctor online. I was going to get my glasses there but by the time this all took place, I will take my business elsewhere. With customer service like this, they really don't want my money!!!
Reviewed Dec. 15, 2015
I had never used Lenscrafters as I prefer independent businesses but since they take my new insurance, I gave them a try. My first experience was at the Promenade Mall location & they had a very limited selection & couldn't check to see if frames I saw online were available. So I tried the Woodland Hills location, not so wonderful with a flighty & unhelpful sales lady that kept pushing frames I hated, so I left. Decided to give it one last chance before going online & I'm glad I did. Though I was unable to find frames I wanted exactly, the saleswoman was able to pull frames out not in standard inventory for me to try. Found the perfect pair & they were ready in under a week.
Reviewed Dec. 6, 2015
I was working out of state. Needed to update my prescription and get another pair of glasses. The store located in Philadelphia pay wouldn't accept my 2nd insurance and didn't have time to see a veteran of war in Philadelphia. Thanks to this experience. I will never return to someone who expects protection but is not ready to support it.
Reviewed Dec. 4, 2015
I called and set up an appointment for my foster child. The first thing I asked is if they accept her insurance. After verifying that they did accept it, we scheduled an appointment. I drove the 10 miles, to the location, went in and gave them all the paperwork. At that time they said "Oh, this is a state insurance, we do not accept it. How else would you like to pay for today's visit?" These kids are put through enough in life, without being shamed for something they have no control over. Please explain how over the phone, to make the appointment, you accept the insurance, then 2 days later you do not. Are your people that poorly trained to do that to a child, or is it a bait and switch tactic? Shame on you!!!
Reviewed Dec. 4, 2015
We went to their Metrotown outlet for my daughter's sunglasses. They did the exam and measurement, and all paperwork. We are supposed to receive a call when item is ready. After couple of days I knew payment went through but have not heard back yet. After a week I went to the store personally to inquire of any progress. To our surprise, we're told that transaction does not have any record at all! I was passed on to several people yet no one was able to assist! I tried contacting the manager but she always avoid my calls. Finally I got fed up and asked for refund. I was told that it will take several weeks to process which made me more frustrated! Worst customer service ever!! Metrotown in Burnaby BC.
Reviewed Dec. 3, 2015
I purchased the protective coating that is supposed to keep lenses from being scratched. I've had these glasses less than 6 months. With regular cleaning, with spray and cloth, they are scratched so much it's interfering with my vision. They will not do anything about this coating not working. They said because I didn't purchase the protection plan they can't/won't do anything. I will not go back! I don't care how good the deal is. These glasses are quickly becoming useless and they cost around $500. That's ridiculous!!!
Reviewed Nov. 28, 2015
Went to purchase pair of glasses for myself and wife. Pre-Sales was very sweet talk, everything looks great. Took my prescription with the promise to complete and have it ready in an hour. I waited for call but few hours went by and no one called. When I called back a very rude lady picked up the phone and said "Oh it was special order so it will take 7 to 8 business days." I said, "That's what not I was told." She puts me on hold and comes back said, "Ok, call back in an hours." I replied and suggested to call me when it is ready.
I went next day, my original salesperson was not in front area. One extremely rude lady asked what do I want. I smiled and said, "My pair of glasses." She said, "Sit on the chair by the exit." I know of cast system so I thought I am in this store considered a low cast so I pushed myself few steps away from her. She brings my glasses and literally throws on the desk. She also brought with her a crippled paper to test my readings with new glasses. I don't know what happened to the iPad and all the gadgets they had during pre-sales! She was so ruuudde... can't describe. I have no idea which part of my name she did not like.
Finally, I composed my courage and asked for manager. Apparently, my original salesperson was the store manager too. She was kind of nice but again very poor customer service. I told the manager about the level of customer service. Manager did not do anything, put completed the transaction and was happy to say goodbye. Considering the customer service I received… I am not even sure they prep my glasses with the feature for which what I paid. For example, progressive, transition, anti-glare, etc. I don't trust them anymore. I called LC toll free number, reported the matter. They said "General Manager will call you." It has been almost a week and no call. I can understand now the myth… Prey on people pocket don't care about customers. If GM does not care about the reported matters, indeed staff will not care either. Leadership plays important role.
For the last 20 years I have been purchasing my glasses from LC. I have been loyal customer but they showed no respect to me. My entire family wears glasses and we all went to LC. Guess what? No more LC and don't recommend them to anyone either. I am sure I will find something better. If People in healthcare business are rude, unprofessional and with don't care attitude then they can mess up our eyes. Why should I go to them and why should I recommend them to others. In life we all have positive alternatives. I am sure next time my new eye caretaker will not look at my name and then decide type of customer service for I deserve.
Reviewed Nov. 20, 2015
I went to the Lenscrafters store in Cortana Mall in BR, LA. The customer service was excellent. However over two weeks later and I am still waiting on my glasses. Now I have used them for many years and have never had this type of problem. I think from now on, I will deal with the doctor's office even if I have to pay more.
Reviewed Nov. 9, 2015
First time using Lenscrafters, I ordered a pair of contacts off of their online website, I had ordered the daily contacts. Come to find out lenscrafters decided they could switch my option to the aqua lens without my permission, causing my card to be double charged. (Aqua lenses irritate my eyes, causing infection). I don't understand how they thought they had permission to go ahead and order another 2 boxes and charge me. I went to the store inside the Fairfield mall and talked to an employee whom was helpful, but told me I had to print off the return stamp and send it in myself. I did, I'm waiting for the refund to be put on the card, even though they are charging me for the postage. #headache #extra #disappointing.
Reviewed Nov. 4, 2015
This is the second time my lenses have started to peel. These are not cheap lenses, but very expensive progressives with the scratch resistant coating. No help, because I'm one month past insurance. I'm shocked and disappointed that Lenscrafters cannot back up their product. Salesman said, the coating is like a clear coat on a car that eventually wears off. At 600 dollars a pop, I can't afford to get new frames every 10 months. How can you sell a protector that doesn't even hold up to high premium lens wipes? Lenscrafters has great eye doctors, but kind of like a used car lot mentality when it comes to backing their product. If my smartphone screen is sturdier than my eyewear, something is amiss. I think the coating product they promote is weak, and they know this, ultimately forcing you to relent and buy a new pair every year! Not anymore. Next stop: Warby Parker.
Reviewed Nov. 1, 2015
Worst customer service I have ever dealt with. No wonder they are working in the Galleria mall at a Lenscrafters. After spending almost $600 I now have pairs of glasses that I cannot wear and don't know are the right prescription or fit for me and I feel like I was insulted and treated very unprofessionally.
Reviewed Oct. 28, 2015
I went for my yearly exam at LensCrafters. Was about to order my normal contacts but was advised that there was a "special rebate" for the above particular contacts. $120 rebate... So instead of paying 240$ I would be paying just $120 for a year's supply. Which was good considering that I had just purchased prescription glasses and prescription sun glasses also.
I sent all the required information needed as was approved in August. I called to check the status of the rebate they stated it was only $60. After being put on hold for 1/2 hour I was approved for the CORRECT 120$. They then moved my approved dated to September 9. I have called to check where my rebate is and they now tell me it will be another 6-8 weeks! I then called the optometrist for LensCrafters and they called and did not get a different result. This is false advertising. I want my 120$ rebate and an apology. I will take this further if necessary. It's no longer about the money. I know consider this a scam. I did not mention that the rebate center yelled at me and told me that they handle over 350 rebates and told me to "get in line."
Reviewed Oct. 27, 2015
When I purchased my eyeglasses I purchased progressives, with anti-glare and transitions: the most expensive package at 650.00 CD. I also bought a protection package. During the 1st year I needed my coating replaced. In the 2nd year, it was necessary again but no longer covered under any warranty and the staff were not courteous. This is unacceptable as I can no longer wear the glasses.
Reviewed Oct. 24, 2015
I purchased a 600.00 eyeglasses from Lenscrafters in the mall on Staten Island New York. I returned the glass 4 times with one lens kept falling out, eventually it fell out again and lost it. I spoke to the general manager and said they could sell me one lens, you will have to buy both. Also it would be cheaper to buy the frames to get a discount on the lens which would still cost me over 500.00. They were not interested in helping me at all other than charging me full price again for a pair of glasses, poor customer satisfaction. I went to Costco and got a eye examine and new pair of glasses and frames and also had new lens in my frame that I recently purchased from Lenscrafters all for 400.00. I would not recommend Lenscrafters to anyone.
Reviewed Oct. 21, 2015
Went to get my daughter's glass replaced under warranty after they broke with less than four month's worth of use. Paid the $25 dollars to get the frame replaced and was hit up for another $30 because the scratch resistant lenses had some tiny scratches. Less than a month later the new frame broke again. Was told I would need to pay another $25 just to replace the frame again IF I had a warranty. Lenscrafters could not find ANY record of having sold glasses for my daughter or performing an eye exam on her. They blamed it on the computer system even though they were able to pull up every one else's records in the family.
Reviewed Oct. 18, 2015
I ventured to Appleton, Wisconsin rather than shop at the local store due to heavy-handedness. I was pleased with my glasses until I discovered a spot I couldn't clean. We traveled to the Appleton store where the clerk let me know it was a chip. My glasses aren't even a year old. I asked what they could do regarding the chip -- she totally blew me off saying I hadn't purchased the extended warranty so I'm out of luck.
Reviewed Oct. 18, 2015
Bought a pair of glasses in Feb. 2015 in St. Louis, MO -- $1200.00. Returned 10-12 times with fitting problems. No resolution. Relocated to Portland, OR June 2015. Local Lenscrafters said, "Frame size wrong. No warranty. Nothing to be done. Wrote to Lenscrafters. Responded that they would get back to me after contact with St. Louis store. Waited 3 months -- no further contact. Giving up now -- flushed away $1200.00.
Reviewed Oct. 16, 2015
I made an appointment for a contacts fitting because I lost my $400 Coach prescription eyeglasses that I bought there 10 months prior. I went in and the secretary said that the Dr. wants me to pay for a full eye exam because my one year is almost up in 2 months. It hasn't been one year yet and my prescription was not expired but yet they wanted me to pay $75 for another full eye exam on top of the $35 contacts fitting. I have eye insurance and they said I can only use my insurance once a year. If I had gotten the same eyeglasses it would have cost me $300 for frames and lenses and that is with the frames on sale. If I had to pay for another full eye exam I would rather go take my business elsewhere where I don't feel like they are taking advantage of me and ripping me off like Lenscrafters.
Reviewed Oct. 15, 2015
I had a exam and didn't seem to see any better. Small print was hard to read so went to have a exam at a doctor in Odenton that my primary doctor recommended. He said the glasses did not fit my eye condition. So went back to Glen Burnie Maryland at Marley Station Mall location and they rechecked my eyes. Changed some things they said but after wearing them for a while I did not see as good with them as the old ones. The small print seems to be the problem. I still wear them but will not be going back to Lenscrafters if they cannot get it right the second time. Shame on them. If I am going to pay that price I will be going to a specialist and will not be recommending anyone to go there. So please do not sent me any more flyers. Thank You.
Reviewed Oct. 13, 2015
When purchasing frames, they are off the floor, NOT brand new!! So therefore they are used with all the handling. Ishhhh.
Reviewed Sept. 30, 2015
Lenscrafters provided excellent service but if you are considering cost this is not the place to go. I wanted lenses replaced in a pair of glasses I purchased from them a couple years ago. The lenses were going to be $400.00!! I went to Costco and bought a BRAND NEW Pair, almost identical frame for $210.00. Shop around!!
Reviewed Sept. 18, 2015
I bought 2 pairs of sunglasses that both broke after a few years of usage. The manager at LensCrafters stated that there was nothing that they could do. He did acknowledge that the product was not manufactured well. He stated they no longer sell the particular frames. Avoid buying such defective merchandise.
Reviewed Sept. 7, 2015
ARE YOU KIDDING ME?! Today's date is 09/07/2015. I tried to take advantage of the 50% off sale. I wear a very common frame, not Oakley or Ray-ban. The retail on the frame is about $189.00. My prescription is trifocal with no lines and plastic lenses. The salesperson looked at AAA and ARAP to see for discounts. In the end they wanted $476.00. I then said "OK... Take the 50% off now." They said, "That is with the 50% off now!!!" She turned the screen and showed me the retail price (that was jacked up) at $952.00. THIS IS FOR A VERY COMMON SET OF GLASSES!! I took my prescription and left!!! I will give the money to a small Optometrist first even if it cost me $100.00 more!!
Do not be caught up in the 50% savings!! Also, realize that the frames are China-made and most likely cost about $5.00. The plastic lenses are PROBABLY bought in high volume for under $5.00 each, I would say. I understand that they need to make money and pay for help, lights, rent and so on. I own a business also, for the past 30 years. In my opinion, LensCrafters is a very nice scam. Go to a small Optometrist and get honesty and true work ethics. If you say, "Well my insurance covers this." Does it??? Or will it just raise insurance cost more??
Reviewed Sept. 5, 2015
In few words, Lenscrafters looks for excuses to reject your insurance. In my case, they told me, "We had promotion on lenses so you can't use your insurance for frame price!" Just FYI, promotion is a different subject and can't stops you from using your insurance to get the discount! I've a good insurance and it's always pays 35% of frame price and percentage of lenses. After I complained, received 4 phone calls from different people trying to convinced me with the purchase, but I asked for full refund and I'm going to buy it from somewhere that I could use my insurance. I fed up with the bad service and I'm glad I returned it because I read the comments about incorrect lenses! The message: They lost their customer and I'm going to tell all friends and family members about my bad experience. Shop where else, and "Save yourself some time, money and energy!"
Reviewed Aug. 28, 2015
Purchased lenses and frames in Jan. 2015. Went to store with problem in August. The coating is peeling off the right lens. I have worn glasses for 45 years. This has never happened. Was told that, because I didn't purchase warranty, nothing could be done. I purchased another lens for 126.25. Whoever is doing your lenses is doing a poor job. I should not be charged for the replacement lens.
Reviewed Aug. 27, 2015
Paid $500 for eyeglasses. No exam. Frames were Oakley brand. This was Nov. 2011. Six months later, 2012, there was a small stress crack. The glasses are heavier than my old ones, but cute, so I normally only wore them to church or out to eat. It isn't convenient to get to the mall so it was 2013 when I saw even more stress cracks radiating from the frame outwards. They replaced the lense once. Then it happened again shortly after. More cracks. I put them away and forgot about them. Today 8/15 I figured what did it hurt to take them back and ask if they'd do anything. I thought perhaps they discovered a design flaw. No. Until this pair of glasses I've always kept glasses 10 years, wearing old ones for gardening. I've never heard of stress cracks, especially any flaws happening months after paying $500.
Reviewed Aug. 27, 2015
Bought 1st pair in 2013 - didn't purchase warranty on lenses. By 1st week, a 1/8" round spot on the lens - Lenscrafters said I damaged the lens by using a lens cleaner that wasn't approved by LC. I should note I was never asked what I used to clean the lens. I took my glasses to a competitor and they advised the coating was defective & LC should've replaced them - I had to buy new lenses. FF to my 2nd pair bought in 02/2015 and I purchased the warranty on the lenses: same issue, but this time it took 4 months for a spot to appear.
Within 6 wks multiple spots on both lenses. LC said "yes, defective coating but it's because of what you use to clean them with". NOTE: They didn't ask AGAIN how I cleaned my glasses so I knew at that moment "blame the customer" was their game. Because it was "personal damage", associate said I had to pay 25 copay. After rebuttal, associate took glasses to manager (not lens professional) and she said they were scratched.
How can a lens professional say "yes defective coating BUT..." and a manager say "scratched"?? I had to call corporate to get them involved and get the 25 copay waived. NEVER AGAIN will I use LC, even if it was the LAST eye place opened. They are unprofessional to accuse of using Windex or another commercial cleaner to clean my glasses (their words). They are out for that extra dollar. After insurance paid for my last pair, I still had to fork out over $350!!! They are way overpriced - their 1-hour lenses are defective and very poor quality!!
Reviewed Aug. 27, 2015
I've been a customer of Lenscrafters for quite some time now. I've spent thousands of dollars buying glasses for myself and for family members. I have even been as far recommending Lenscrafters to my friends but I cannot believe is that a billion dollar company cannot warranty glasses & frames that were purchased less than a year. There are people that are spending thousands of dollars per year on glasses and frames in these stores and I cannot believe for a fact that they do not warranty them. I will never enter their stores nor will I purchase glasses or frames from them and I will make sure that my friends do not enter their store as well.
Reviewed Aug. 21, 2015
I have been a customer of LensCrafters for many years. I have purchased many pairs of glasses and usually am happy with their service, but felt the prices were quite high. As a matter of fact, I purchased my past pair of glasses at Costco; very reasonable! I went to my ophthalmologist today to check my eyes and required a new prescription in one eye. LensCrafters had just made me a pair of reading glasses in June. I just needed a new right lens. They would not make just one lens. So I asked what was the price for replacing the SIMPLE single vision lenses; $270 lenses only! I informed them that they just lost a customer for life and I will go somewhere else in the future.
Reviewed Aug. 5, 2015
Very disappointed. Frames did not fit. Returned twice and not fixed. Lens did not get the promised darkness I paid extra. Upon returning I was told very rudely they would not get dark and could not change them. Why did they charge me extra if they knew they would not get dark? I returned the eyeglasses for a refund. You have lost a loyal customer. You can bet my husband and I will never return there for glasses. You need to look into the management and its employees. Being treated properly is all I wanted. Sorry for this letter. But it was necessary.
Reviewed Aug. 1, 2015
I came to the Deer Park location 11/2014. I tried getting my contacts ordered and was denied. Apparently they are saying the doc never finalized it. I just ordered a box through Walmart last month with no problem with approval. Now I'm trying to order at another Lenscrafters location and they will not let me. This is ridiculous. I'm a paying customer and should be able to order whenever, wherever, after I received an exam. I may never do business with them again.
Reviewed July 30, 2015
Honestly, I have never liked LensCrafters. I have been getting regular eye exams here since I was about 8 years old (about 17 years now) and I have purchased a few pairs of lenses/frames from time to time. However, I stopped buying their frames and lenses years ago. When you tell them you're there to pick out some new frames/lenses, they will automatically help you out. They pull all different styles out for you. Thinking they can pull the wool over your eyes, they pull the most expensive brands and frames wanting you to fall in love with them and purchase them. I wear contacts as well, so I get lens fittings and all that jazz. It has to be done so I normally come to LensCrafters... I think today was my very last eye exam with them. I'm completely blown away and disgusted.
I was initially told by the nice young woman that my entire exam and fitting would be $86. I said no problem. Then she asked me if I had a AAA card for a discount. I said score and showed her my AAA card. Then she said my total was $113. I said that doesn't make sense. She said that because I'm getting a "contact lens fitting, it costs 55 extra dollars". What? I eventually gave up because she just kept explaining herself over and over and I needed the exam. Then, after my basic tests, she took into the retinal photo booth/room. I thought that this was really strange because at the hundreds of other exams I have had, the retinal images are optional and cost tons of extra money. So once I was with the doctor, I asked if the photos were part of the exam and not optional anymore. 4 times this doctor explained (because I was so very confused) that basically with the AAA discount, the retinal images are complimentary.
So I was supposed to be saving money... When all was said and done, I paid $139.00! What?? I took a good look at the receipt. I was CHARGED for the retinal images. I went home and called another LensCrafters nearby and asked about prices and about retinal images and the AAA discount. Long story short, the LensCrafters in Chula Vista, CA gave me the premium exam without telling me. I should have only paid $107. I'm still confused and still pretty angry. I then called customer service to try and get some of that money back. I will wait and hear back from the manager. It doesn't matter which LensCrafters it is, they are never honest and fair.
On top of it all, I was about to pay and the young woman asks if I want to purchase my contact lenses then and there. I said no, initially because I buy them from an online store and have since I was 13. She tells me that they are $110 a box!! I buy mine for $34 a box online... What?? Where?? How?? I have never and will never understand LensCrafters. I'll take my eyes elsewhere.
Reviewed July 26, 2015
Purchased progressive lens glasses from the Lexington Avenue location in NYC on July 25, 2015 during my vacation. The sales associate assured me that due to the fact that my new prescription was not as strong as an older 2009 prescription the new lens would be thinner and at the least the same thickness as my current older glasses. I went to pick my glasses up the next day. I noticed that the lens were thicker than my older glasses which had a stronger prescription. Prior to making my decision to make the purchase I advised the sales associate that I would prefer a thin lens. She assured me that due to that fact that my previous purchase was with them that the lens would be "thinner" because the prescription was not as strong. When I complained, they took my old and new glasses in the back for the technician to compare.
Long story short. Instead of addressing my concerns, they conveniently decided to criticize the quality and make of my older glasses which I purchased from another Lenscrafters location. OLDER GLASSES HAVE STRONGER PRESCRIPTION thinner lens. NEW GLASSES with NEW PRESCRIPTION - SAME PROGRESSIVE LENS (PRESCRIPTION NOT AS STRONG AS OLDER GLASSES) LOOK LIKE MAGNIFYING GLASS. STORE #0579... 44th and Lex... Unfortunately, as a consumer our hands are tied. I'm not 100% sure that I actually have PROGRESSIVES. I doubt if there are resources available in that industry for consumers to confirm/verify what we receive.
Reviewed July 24, 2015
I am very satisfied with the service and eyeglasses that I received. It was the most thorough exam I have ever received. I believe the digital device that is used to place the progressive line perfectly in the glasses is the reason my glasses are perfect. In other places someone marks a line on my glasses with their eye. The digital way is amazing. I like they have a tablet camera to take your picture with so you can put your present glasses on to see what they look like. (I can't see how they look looking through plain glass) They thought of everything to make my experience a good one. Everyone there was professional. I recommend them. (It is nice to be able to be at the mall to eat or shop a little while you wait as well). I ordered bought and received them on 7/22/15.
Reviewed July 23, 2015
I purchased a pair of glasses for approximately $500. After a few months, the lens developed some type of spotted film over them, on both sides. I only used professional eyeglass cleaners/cloth. The glasses are always put in their case. I took them back and they told me it was my fault??? Fortunately, I had insurance and got another pair. In less than two months, the same problem started on the new lenses and this time, they would not give me another pair. I was incredibly careful to care for my glasses and there is no way I am creating this broken film. The product is defective. There is obviously a defect in the lens. I've worn glasses for twenty years and this was the first time I tried LensCrafters. I will never buy from them again.
Reviewed July 21, 2015
I took my prescription to Lenscrafters in Hillsboro, OR. I ordered 2 pair of glasses & paid in full. I was told they'd be available in 7-10 days. 3.5 wks & 5 phone calls: no glasses. Jerked me around. Cancelled order, got a refund and went to Costco.
Reviewed July 20, 2015
I've been going to Lenscrafters for years. I lived in NM and at the time I scheduled an eye exam with a doctor locally and they failed to mention they did not take my eye insurance and that they weren't the same company I had called so I was out of luck in getting an eye exam. I went over to Lenscrafters and I was able to make an eye appointment for the next day. I had the same eye doctor for 10 years and they had always giving me a lower prescription for whatever reason, I had headaches from the glasses they'd give me. I went to Lenscrafters and they not only gave me a correct prescription they suggested a different lens that was better for my eyes.
Now, if you don't have eye insurance glasses WILL BE EXPENSIVE. I don't know why everyone thinks you should skimp on eye care, but if you have to wear glasses pay for quality. I have very good eye insurance and the frames have always been covered but because I have a high prescription and need quality lenses, the lenses are very expensive. I have never had a problem with the quality at Lenscrafters. For somewhere around $40 you get insurance for a year that you can replace the lenses and/or the frames for like 25 dollars when you go in. They're the best retailer of glasses I've ever had. I love them. If you're mad because of the prices, maybe it's because glasses aren't cheap if you want quality. If you want cheap glasses, then you must not be too serious about your eyesight. I hate spending money but I am all for spending money to not have headaches, to see clearly, and to not have to worry if I accidentally break them.
Reviewed July 10, 2015
Experienced just yesterday and now feeling prompted to write this review at the earliest. I got my eye examination and lenses done in Lenscrafters NewPark mall Fremont, California. The left eye lense had serious issue of blurry vision. It took me 6 rounds of visit to their shop to get the required attention and deciding that the doctor needs to examine the prescription again. It was done yesterday and the conclusion was that prescription is fine and it is the polycarbonate lenses quality that is a problem. I have been turned back mentioning that nothing can be done with polycarbonate lenses and I can go for hi-density plastic lenses which will cost me another 210 dollars. That should perhaps resolve the problem. This is so surprising and shocking experience as a consumer. I found it extremely important to share with all.
Reviewed July 8, 2015
Bought sunglasses from LensCrafters in Mission Valley San Diego CA. Had lenses fog up and get moisture in middle between layers. Took them back in, they replaced lenses. Less than 5 months later same problem occurred. They would do nothing, said they were out of warranty. They said sorry, could not even get store manager to call back. After calling their customer care twice and was suppose to receive call from district manager, received call from store employee who stated he was one of the managers in the store.
Reviewed July 7, 2015
I paid almost $600 for new glasses I'm required to wear. I also bought insurance because my job offers none. My dogs chewed up my glasses and the lady told me I needed to find the missing lens. I'll never buy another pair of glasses here again and I'M A RETURN CUSTOMER and I'VE PAID FULL PRICE EVERY TIME to get treated like an idiot. I keep telling them since I got the glasses the lens keep falling out also and it's my fault. Screw this company.
Reviewed May 30, 2015
I had a bad experience years ago with Lenscrafters making it very difficult to return 2 pair of glasses that were expensive and the lens Rx not done properly. Years later, my eye insurance coverage changed and they were one of few providers available in my town. I decided to get an eye exam there and give them another try since years had passed since my first experience with them. After receiving my glasses and waiting the recommended 3-4 weeks to get used to the new Rx, I went back to Lenscrafters to find they had gone out of business and completely vacated the premises. A letter was on the window saying to travel to the next town an hour and a half away. I was furious because they had to have known they were leaving when I had my exam.
They were indignant on the phone about my situation and acted like it was my problem to travel almost 4 hours round trip and waste my time and gas for a situation I did not choose and was not informed about. The only solution they offered to have my follow up exam to remedy the Rx and have another pair of glasses made was to travel to this distant location or put my glasses in a box and return them by mail. They were very rude about my problem, created by them, and offered very little guarantee that my insurance benefits would be completely reversed because I was going to have to start all over again with another provider should I mail the glasses back to them for a refund. Very upsetting experience. Very bad customer service and corporate policy.
Reviewed May 29, 2015
Worst prescription and expensive eyeglass. Just a reminder when you buy eyeglasses with Lenscrafters don't tell that you have an insurance to cover the cost of your eyeglasses - for sure you cannot get a good deal. And if you are not careful they will charge you an insurance for your eyeglass without telling you - that's what happen to my wife. Yes they are nice talking to you. But for my experience I can buy 15 pieces pair of eyeglasses in other store better than the eyeglasses I buy in Lenscrafters. It's a rip-off. Don't believe on their sales talk.
Reviewed May 28, 2015
Terrible Service- Rude Staff- Chinook Centre Calgary: I went in for the 5th time to get my glasses fitted so they would fit properly. I told them that they were always since day one falling off my face. The manager tried to fix them said. She was a Optician although I am beginning to wonder if any of them are because being able to fit glasses to my face is not hard or is it? I was always friendly coming into the location and always treated like I was causing a problem in the store. I think they need to slow down and pay attention to what they are doing! The store manager also said he could not help me and brushed me off and told me to wait. I have waited for a simple adjustment for over a half an hour sometimes. I am more than done with this store >Facebook anyone!! Never will I refer this location to anyone!!!
Reviewed May 23, 2015
After several attempts to gain help from this company and gaining nothing but feelings of frustrations and disgust, I want to share with others so that they can learn from my experience. For a while now, it appears that the coating on my glasses are flaking, making it extremely difficult to see. The glasses were purchased in November, so I feel that the lenses should NOT look like this, especially after spending $500.00+. After a while I could not take it any longer and felt like I needed to do something about it. I took them to a LensCrafters today to see if there was anything they could do to help me. They said that they couldn't do anything but directed me to the original store where I purchased the glasses to see about speaking with the technician who provided the lenses.
Additionally, on multiple occasions, the screws fall out of the frames causing it to come apart. Since the frames were Brooks Brothers' frames they were able to give me new frames, so I was grateful to see a company actually back their product. So, Thank you Brooks Brothers. Feeling frustrated I drove to the original store to see if they could help me out. I spoke with the woman who originally sold me the glasses. She looked at the frames and blamed me for the defect on the lenses. She said if I had purchased the warranty I would only have to pay $25 to get new lenses. I would have been fine with that if I felt like it was my fault, however it is clear there is a defect on the lenses. During the first visit I was talked into purchasing all of the additional features I could, so why did she not explain to me the importance of purchasing the warranty? Because I was convinced these lenses would be invincible.
At this point my glasses are unwearable. I would have been better off flushing my $500 down the drain. Feeling hopeless after wasting my insurance allotment on this terrible company, I decided to go to Vision Works to see how much it would cost to purchase new lenses. I showed them the lenses and before I could say anything they said this is absolutely a defect. I then shared my experience with them and they encouraged me to call the corporate company since they are clearly defected lenses.
Additionally, they also contacted LensCrafters, and told me that LensCrafters should be in contact with me. After a few hours of no contact, I decided to call the LensCrafters 1800 number and after 5 minutes of not getting anywhere and being told it is essentially my fault I decided that I'm not going to get through to this company. I am done wasting my time, energy, and money on a company who appears to care more about making money rather than making sure their customers are satisfied. I will be taking my business elsewhere and I will encourage everyone else to as well, especially my students. You heard me. They treated an elementary school teacher this way.
Reviewed May 19, 2015
I went there looking for answers in regards to new glasses that the paint was chipping off the frame after just 8 months. I was told that nothing could be done but the woman that helped me was great and asked the manager to come over and take care of the situation which was promptly resolved. Now when going back to pick up the new ones, that is when the problems arose.
I went in and was greeted promptly and then promptly treated horribly. The person (guy) who helped me was rude and not concerned at all with my glasses and how they looked or felt on my face. He rushed through the entire process barely speaking and or asking any questions at all. He rushed through everything saying nothing and only did some adjustments after I asked him to. He was terrible, that company is terrible, and Luxottica is terrible!!! I will never go back there or refer them to anyone ever!!!
For the prices they charge for glasses, they should be ashamed at their customer service and employee(s). This is the second review I have written now. The first one I wrote was on the Luxottica website who owns Lenscrafters (Ridgedale Mall Minnetonka, MN location) quite a while ago and have never gotten a response. These types of business ignorance is what drives consumers to on-line shopping.
Reviewed May 13, 2015
I went to Lenscrafters in Birmingham, AL. Paid 1043.00 for glasses. Not satisfied with purchase. I was given the run around until the last day to exchange or refund. I was told did another frame or be stuck with purchase. Not what guarantee says. VERY VERY UNHAPPY.
Reviewed May 11, 2015
I ordered a pair of eyeglasses from the store in the Warwick Mall in RI. I had used them previously and was satisfied. 3 weeks later, and I still don't have my glasses. I have a high prescription and chose the high index lenses, so I understand they wouldn't be able to be done in an hour. I was told 7-10 business days. I called once those were up and was given a shipping date of a few days more. Still no glasses. Called back again after a few days and given another shipping date. I ordered another couple of pairs from Zenni Optical as backup and got 2 pairs with high index lenses for $110. These glasses are great. They came from overseas, and still got here before the Lenscrafters ones! This is pretty sad. I will be calling Lenscrafters today, and if they aren't in, I am canceling my order. I can use that $472 elsewhere.
Reviewed May 9, 2015
I made an online appointment for my mother and I both to get an exam with glasses. The staff was very helpful and pleasant. I had the most complete exam I've ever had on my eyes before as well as my mother. Turns out I'm quite nearsighted. My glasses were finished within 35 to 40 minutes and fit perfectly. I couldn't be more pleased! It's a whole new world being able to clearly see! I'm overjoyed! My mother requires a bifocal so she must wait around 14 days. Even with that, her experience was equally as pleasant. Neither of us have vision insurance so we are cash pay. Our charges were reasonable and we both were very happy with our services. Both of us will be returning in the future. It was very professional and complete. A very pleasant experience.
Reviewed May 9, 2015
My Lenscrafters glasses developed a bubble in the plastic lens, impairing vision. So I visited the store to have this problem remedied: Lenscrafters refused to remedy in any way, suggested I had caused their faulty product to fail, and told me I had to pay for a complete, new SET of lenses at full price. Corporate policy prevented them from replacing the faulty lens only. That I will NEVER purchase so much as a lens wipe from this disreputable company, goes without saying. I have filed a complaint with the company, will do so with the Better Business Bureaus, and any place where I can find a format. Shame on you Lenscrafters! Lenscrafters Luxottica Retail North America, Inc. 4000 Luxottica Place Mason, OH 45040 United States. Phone: 513-765-6000. Fax: 513-765-6249.
Reviewed April 24, 2015
I bought one year's supply of contacts. When I looked at 1800 contacts the same product was $180 less. LensCrafters said "too bad we're worth more and please buy from us again." That's an IQ test.
Reviewed April 10, 2015
I wish I had did my homework and read the reviews about Lenscrafters before I had purchased glasses. I was having issues seeing and need to have my eyes checked, which is why I went there. The exam went well, but she performed contact fitting too. I don't think the size of eyes have changed. This was an extra charge. I didn't have time to wait for my glasses. Came a few days later and was fitted. Got home to try my new glasses. I was able to see for distance and read documents in front of me, but I can't not see the computer which I desperately need for online classes and work. These are progressive glasses, I really thought I needed trifocal. They said they could redo them over. Went home, these were not better. These glasses were $400. It is really said I can see better with my mono contacts than with these glasses. I am out $400 and have pair of glasses I cannot wear. I will never return!
Reviewed April 6, 2015
I have used Lenscrafters for over 15 years and up until a month and a half ago was pleased. They took a prescription, helped me choose my lenses, delayed telling me for two weeks that they could not fill the prescription. I then received a bill from their credit company. They told me they always filed that first. I went to another optician and am in my THIRD week of delay because they filed with my eye glass insurance and will not refund them money. I now learn I must appear in person to have them reverse the charges. I am hopeful of resolving the matter because manager ** has seemed to know what she is talking about. .

Reviewed March 27, 2015
LensCrafters at Annapolis Mall (Westfield Mall) - Excellent professional service, glasses arrive when promised. Been there many times over 12 years.
Reviewed March 26, 2015
After 4 years of wear, my glasses (5 pairs) lost the sun tint on the upper part of the lenses. I called to inquire if this was normal, as other glasses that I own (not from LensCrafters) have not faded out. They said I'd have to buy new lenses! No way, I'm going to Costco. They provide quality service and products.
Reviewed March 20, 2015
It cost over $600 for my lenses for my old frames. I go in to get the lenses put in and have to wait 45 min for them to be installed. When I asked why so long she was rude and said that it was how long it would take. Her name is ** at the hulen, fort Worth texas.
Reviewed March 20, 2015
I've only been to one Lenscrafters and that's at the mall in Fairfield. I've been going there for about 3 years. The staff is always so joyful, I've actually thought about applying! The eye doctor is great, she even asked about my son and gave me a recommendation for him.
Reviewed March 16, 2015
These guys are cheats. They just want to get your money and don't care whether they screw you over with your insurance provider and your yearly allowance. I went in there for an eye exam and to order my contacts; the day of my eye exam they told me that they took VSP and so I decided to get my eye exam at their office. However, a week later when I returned to order my contact lens, they informed me that I would need to pay out of pocket for my contacts as VSP informed them that I had no more allowance left. When I called VSP, I was told that since Lenscrafters is out of network, the exam and the contact lens fix exam was taken out of my allowance. I was really disappointed by this experience, and would never return to them for any service and make no one else I know will use them.
Reviewed March 15, 2015
Ordered a pair of 1 hour $500 glasses and waited over 3 hours for them. I had to leave without them. LensCrafters is 45 min from my house so when I made the trip back for them today I was told that they had been overnights on Friday three days after buying them. I clearly told them NOT to overnight them but they did anyway even when the associate that was helping me told the manager I had asked them not to. Another wasted trip. I will never ever be back there. I will be all over Facebook with this one.
Reviewed March 14, 2015
4 years ago I went to Lenscrafters in Forsythe Illinois and the doctor was not good. I could not get my glasses fix or any help! I gave them another chance with a new doctor much better. I have wore my glasses for 2 years time for new glasses. I went to an independent doctor and in short was told I did not need glasses.
Reviewed March 7, 2015
This whole staff needs replacing (Camp Creek.. East Point GA location) worst experience ever. I went for contact lenses but decided to check into glasses also an employee said she double checked my insurance and they pay both so I paid what was due by me and had follow up for contact lenses on 3-7-15. I specifically asked if I had paid for everything. The initial visit she said "you paid balance for both" but when I went today she says I gotta pay more. She said she was sorry if she explained it wrong. I'm pissed I didn't give them any more money and left but will look into this when my insurance company opens on Monday. Scammers!!!!
Reviewed Feb. 28, 2015
Is the worst experience I ever had buying glass. First of all, the frames was wrong so had to wait a week and when I came to get the right one, I had to wait a hour. If you have ten days to get you glass with I did not. Wasted a lot of my time. I will never do business with this again.
Reviewed Feb. 20, 2015
My oldest child needed his first set of glasses. We picked out a pair at the Optometrist office for a total of $251.00 for Frames (jungle animals) and the Prescription Lenses with Transitions. I then decided to shop around for other Frames and found Lenscrafters were advertising 50% off kids' Frames and Lenses. After finding Frames (Easytwist) priced at $139.99 I handed over the Lens Prescription and the sales associate began the pricing, $139.99 for the frames and $315 for the Lenses with Transitions for a total of $454.99! After the 50% off sale was applied the total dropped to $233.00, oddly enough about the same price as the everyday price at the Optometrists! They hike the prices and then have "Sales." I will never recommend Lenscrafters to anyone - they are SCAM artists.
Reviewed Feb. 19, 2015
I wish I would've did a little research and read a few reviews before going to Lenscrafters, but unfortunately I didn't. I went there for an eye exam to update my prescription for glasses and contacts. The actual eye exam costed $189 and went very well. The doctor was very nice and professional. The nightmare started after the eye exam when the other employees inherited the task of showing me my options for glasses, lenses, etc.
The employee who was taking my order for glasses had absolutely no idea what she was doing. Couldn't answer ANY questions I had about the lenses I wanted, and another employee had to come over to help her several times. I paid $400 for some glasses, waited a week to get them and I STILL don't think they're the right ones. The exam was done on February 3rd and I STILL haven't received my contacts prescription and it's February 19th.
I get the run around every time I call about it so I took a trip back to the store today to pick it up in person. The receptionist had no idea who I was, no records, no information whatsoever. Thus, no prescription. I was told that the doctor wasn't in today so I'd have to come back. No one there could help me. I've been to thrift stores more organized and with better customer service than this place. NEVER again would I go to Lenscrafters for ANYTHING and I'd advise anyone who reads this to do the same.
Reviewed Feb. 18, 2015
Was automatically notified 5 times of my appointment. I waited well over an hour to be seen. The lab assistant went into personal stories about her own health problems. Witnessed employees being snarky to each other. Terrible experience!
Reviewed Feb. 16, 2015
The sales people are very friendly until after they take your money. But when it's time to pick up your glasses they are not ready. The sales person told me 7-10 days and it's been two weeks. I called twice and was told they would call me back and never did. Cancelling order.
Reviewed Feb. 12, 2015
Son's broken glasses - My son his glasses on his book bad and the company said the warranty on the frames were just for one year and the year had passed... I thought with kids glasses there was a lifetime warranty on breakage for the amount we paid for the frames and lenses. Wow!
Reviewed Feb. 9, 2015
My wife and I made an appointment with Dr. ** for the fitting of contact lenses for my daughter who was in an accident a year ago which resulted in a Traumatic Brain Injury. We filled out a very detailed medical history form online and we provided all the information regarding her brain injury. When we arrived at his office, the receptionist at the front desk had a very bad demeanor and told us that they could not fit her for contact lenses because she needed assistance in wearing them. Very unprofessional to not even giving us the opportunity to speak to the optometrist
Reviewed Feb. 7, 2015
Today I went to Lenscrafters in Sterling, VA to get my three week old glasses repaired or replaced. I just got them back a few weeks ago, when I wanted to get the lenses replaced because they were getting scratched. They actually gave me completely new lenses and frames because I had the insurance. This time was different. I walked in and stood in the middle of the store. After a few minutes one of the associates asked me to sit in one of the seats up front, which I did. A new older couple came in and after 15 minutes one of the associates wanted on them for a new fitting. Then a family came in and a different associate waited on them picking up glasses.
Now about 25 minutes has passed and I am getting irritated. Then another couple came in with a baby and sat down next to me. Now the associate that waited on the family asked them what they were here for, instead of me, and they politely pointed out that I was there first. Now I'm angry! I asked why there wasn't a sign in sheet, so that you can appropriately wait in the correct customer. She then hinted that there was a sign in sheet somewhere but had no idea where it was. They obviously weren't using it. Then I described my problem with my new glasses that the hinge was falling apart and these were only a few weeks old.
She made a 2 minute attempt to repair them and then stated that I would need to get the frames replaced. Then we went over to the computer and it took her three times to get my phone number right, originally stating that I must have used another number. She finally found my record and stated that I didn't have insurance and would have to pay for new lenses. I told her these were new glasses that were just replaced a few weeks ago with the insurance that I purchased. Now, I'm really done with this store! She asked if I wanted to speak with the manager on duty to see what he could do. I said NO and I will never come back, ever again. This is some of the worst customer service and frames. I will never shop at a Lenscrafters and will tell everyone I meet to do the same.
P.S. I always had to wait more than an hour and a half, at least. Last time I went to pick up these new glasses, that already broke, they asked me to come back the following day, was they had a problem with the glasses and broke them! REALLY! Not only were they not ready within the time they said, but I had to return the next day?! Do yourself and all your friends a favor, find another eye glass company!
Reviewed Feb. 5, 2015
While I was happy with my dr. visit today in Trumbull CT, the dr. was very nice. I am appalled at how expensive it is to buy a pair of glasses. I picked out a 179.00 Ray-Ban frame and was told that with the 40% discount. The total with lenses would be over 600 dollars (original price was over 800). I literally almost fell over in my chair. She finally got me down to about 450 but not ordering the very thin lenses (I have a very high prescription which means thick lenses). I loved the frames so much i went with it.
When I got home i was still reeling from how much money I spent on glasses. I started doing research and found the exact frame on Amazon for almost half the price. Needless to say I called to cancel my order and that was not an easy task. The person who answered told me I couldn't cancel because they were already being manufactured. I told him "I was just there an hour ago and was told it was going to take 2 weeks." There is no way they are working on them already. So basically I said "ok." The only thing for me to do then is return them after I get them since there is a 30 money back guarantee. He said "ok." I told him this was ridiculous to go ahead and make a pair of glasses I don't want when he can just cancel my order.
He then agrees to cancel it but said I have to go back today to sign something saying 'I give permission to void my credit card.' I told him "that isn't happening. I just got home and I live 30 min away." So we are back to making the glasses and me just returning them (lame). I hang up and call back asking to speak to a manager. Of course the same guy I spoke to is the manager. He then says I can come in tomorrow to sign whatever it is I need to sign. I told him I don't know if that's possible.
Long story short, after I hang up, I get a voicemail saying he talked to his regional manager and would cancel my order without me having to come in and sign anything. I mean really??? I should have had no problem cancelling an order I placed no more than 2 hours ago! This place is crazy overpriced. Waiting to get my frames from Amazon and I will be heading elsewhere for my lenses. I know I am going to save myself some money for what they wanted me to originally pay for glasses today. I could go on a week long vacation! Good Lord!
Reviewed Feb. 2, 2015
I called told them I needed ex. and had 2 frames from before which I got from them, all the extra test I just had them done, and told them I did not want it and when I was getting lenses, they keep trying to sell me something I did not want. So I left, and the manager said, "What about the eye ex you had $$$?" I told him I go somewhere else and if they wanted to they can call the cops, and I will wait, I wait they know they was in the wrong and no cops were called. They do this cause you can buy cheaper optics online.
Reviewed Jan. 12, 2015
This business is pathetic and should not be allowed to sell glasses. Here is my enjoyable experience...
Bought frames (employee lied about ordering online and got my info incorrect). Ordered prescription (told it would take at least 4 weeks). Item successfully delivered (no card received, signed by nobody). Phoned lenscrafters, said it was already delivered. Phoned post office, (unable to give any information, had to call manager). Called manager, confirmed it was delivered to mailbox. Called lenscrafters again, confirmed it was sent to my address. Went to landlady with info, she sent out polite note for person to return it.
Checked online to see what I can do (only sender can send service ticket/claim about missing packages). Called Lenscrafter, manager wasn't in. Called Lenscrafters at 3pm (Monday), got machine saying they're closed. Called Lenscrafters, manager not in until tomorrow. Contacted BBB Manitoba with complaint (Complaints on LensCrafters are done by Cincinnati). Lenscrafters tried to reach me (I returned call soon after and manager 'just stepped out). Contacted BBB Cincinnati with same complaint. Lenscrafters returned call, apologized and re-ordered my glasses. LensCrafters called to confirm address. Received new glasses (eye strain, dizziness, and slight nausea from wearing)... the center of focus seems a little off but I give up at this point and will just try to adapt.
Updated review: Jan. 29, 2015
The following Monday, after going all weekend without my glasses, received a call from someone at the store. They informed me that they were going to replace the temple that was broken. When I asked what time I could pick it up, was told at 6:00 PM. Did not know it took that many hours to replace a temple. Went to the store to pick it up and had wanted to speak to the manager. Of course the manager was gone for the day.( wonder if that was why they wanted me to come at 6:00 PM.
Received a call the next day from the Regional Manager. She was very apologetic about everything and from the questions she asked, was evident she had done some investigation of the matter. My conversation with the Regional Manager led me to believe that my poor treatment at the store was not indicative of the Corporate Culture. They need to better train their Managers on better customer relations. Because these low level staff are making the company look bad. Will increase my rating to 3.
Original Review: Jan. 11, 2015
Went to LensCrafters at Quail Springs Mall in Oklahoma City to get lens adjusted in frames. Asked technician to adjust the temple. In the process, he broke it. Frames were barely a year old. Tech offered me new frames at 50% off. I asked him why I should pay a penny. My frames were okay when I brought them to the store. He broke them. Then he sweetened the deal by offering me 80% off. Refused to buy new frames. Technician called the manager who asked tech to inform me that he was 300 miles away and would not be in the office till Monday.
These frames cost the company less than $10.00. Yet they sell it to customers for hundreds of dollars, claiming they use the extra charge to defray the cost of equipment used in making the lens. I did not need new lenses. I just wanted my frames replaced. Yet they would not do it. Technician informed that the manager wanted me to come to the store on Monday because that is when he was going to be at the store. I left my glasses there and am without the ability to see clearly at the moment. After reading some of the complaints on this site, I have the idea that such treatment of customers is the norm at LensCrafters. I do not ever intend to conduct any business with them in the future and will spread the word to as many people as possible. It is shame. One wonders if they even care.
Reviewed Jan. 2, 2015
My 10 year old son damaged his frame and had multiple scratches on his lens. I went into LensCrafters to get a replacement and was told that the frames I selected was not covered by the insurance I purchased via LensCrafters. I explained to the sales rep that the frame I selected was $50 cheaper than the original frame and that if it is of equal or lesser value I should be good. She explained that that is not how LensCrafters insurance policy work. When asked why wasn't I told that before purchasing the insurance, she apologized. I asked for a copy of the contract/agreement and was told she did not have one. I called customer service after arriving back home and was told maybe because it was the beginning of the new year they did not have any contracts available??? What does the New Year have anything to do with it? A old contract would have been sufficient, especially since I purchased the insurance in April 2014.
Reviewed Dec. 20, 2014
Twice, once on Colorado springs and once in Fort Wayne Indiana my glasses came back distorted. I have to get the very expensive lens because I lost my right eye to cancer so my lens have to be perfect. Both pair I got from them I had to take back because the first pair the Dr forgot to include my astigmatism and the pair I just got in Fort Wayne have distortion in the lens. They say there is nothing wrong, but the minute I put them on and look around I can see it. They make me dizzy.
Reviewed Dec. 16, 2014
Went to get an eye exam at Lenscrafter in PG mall. Had an appointment. Still end up waiting a whole hour before seen by the doctor. When it was my time to get my eyes exam, the doctor came in stood up and told me, “Last time you were here in 2011 you did not get your eyes dilated and this time you don't want your eyes dilated.” Begin to discuss me getting a pap smear and a breast exam making me feel very uncomfortable. I explained to him that "you are making me feel uncomfortable" and asked him "why are you talking to me so aggressive?" He began to CALL the office manager in the office with us and begin to talk rude to me when she came in. I told her it's my choice to get my eyes dilated or not. I told her that he was making me feel very uncomfortable and I have never experienced anything like this. I asked them could I see another Dr.? He began to tell me that he own that office!!! I told him I do not want him to give me an eye exam after making me uncomfortable. I asked the office manager can she release this from my insurance so I can go elsewhere. She told me, “No because I have started the procedure.”
Remind you I have not gotten an exam. I have not gotten any glasses but they still wanted to charge my insurance. The doctor told me he does not want me to come to his office ever again. It was my pleasure because I would never step foot in that office again nor recommend this place to no one. The office manager ended up releasing this from my insurance and I was able to make an appointment somewhere else where I'll be treated with respect.
Reviewed Dec. 16, 2014
Back story: In June, a week after buying my car, I was hit by a dump truck. Whether it was during the bit where I was snowploughed along the highway or when I was spinning around and around across the highway, the side of my head hit the window breaking the arm off my glasses, they fell to the floor and I must have stepped on them when I got out. No way I had the money for new glasses - the lenses alone ran me over $400 at a local optician - so I rooted around until I found an old pair in the back of a drawer. They were seriously demo'd. The problem is that while driving at night, oncoming cars, wet pavement, etc, caused bad flaring to the point I was virtually blind.
One night, an oncoming pickup didn't dip his beams. The light flared my glasses completely out and I didn't see that the road was curving so my right wheels left the pavement. Getting back onto the road, I mistook the yellow line for the white line and over corrected onto the wrong side of the road. Naturally, the nice officer following right behind me wanted to know if I'd been drinking. Not one drop (I just don't if there's a chance I'll be driving) so good for me there but then he wanted to know why my glasses were so dirty. I didn't think before I replied they're not, that's just how they are. He then gave me a verbal warning to get them fixed immediately or I'd be charged with impaired or even dangerous driving.
The only place within a two hour drive of my tiny town who could give me the exam was Walmart in Barrie, Ontario. I then called Hakim who couldn't help. The lady at Hakim put me on hold and called around before telling me to go to LensCrafters at the Georgian Mall. I called over first just in case and Sherri pulled the lenses as we spoke on the phone. Even though it was less than two hours before closing, she said they would be ready.
When it comes to buying glasses, I loathe the chore. I never know what looks good. Sherri was brutally honest and with her clever eye and excellent taste, she had me in a pair I just adore within five minutes. Literally, I tried on four pairs of glasses and the second and third would have been fine but the fourth is divine. These glasses are wizard: I can look directly at headlights now and they don't bother me at all in the slightest! The arms are stylish but the detailing has so many perforations that my peripheral vision is not impaired in the slightest. Absolutely I would go back in a heartbeat.
Reviewed Dec. 12, 2014
My glasses broke a couple of minutes before I walked into the class I teach at a major university. I went to LensCrafters the next day and orders glasses. Even with insurance they cost almost $500. I was told I would have to wait for the glasses for 7 to 10 business days. I waited the time I was told. Called the store once, told they would be coming in the next day and they would call when they arrived. Received no call so I called again. Was told they would call the lab and call me right back. Again no call so I called again. This time they called the lab while I was on hold. Finally they told me they broke the lens the previous Monday and my glasses won't be sent out any earlier than this coming Monday (today is Thursday).
Fortunately, I had held onto a pair of glasses from two prescriptions ago because my broken glasses were completely unwearable. I could not see with them and I certainly could not read to do my job. Forget about driving. When I do not have my glasses, I cannot function. I explained all this to the person at the Turkey Creek store and said the situation was acceptable. The last time I ordered glasses, they had measured incorrectly for fitting the bifocal and those glasses had to be remade with a delay of another ten days waiting for the new pair. If I have to do that again, it will mean my glasses this time take more than a month.
Sorry, LensCrafters I am done with you. I will have to warn people I know away from your business. It is unacceptable that a company of your size cannot make glasses for people with high plus prescriptions in the fireplace and then cannot deliver glasses as promised in the second. It is also unacceptable that you cannot do anything for people who break glasses and need them to see while waiting a very long time for new ones.
Reviewed Dec. 9, 2014
I brought a pair of glasses from LensCrafters. I understand that it was ordered four days ago; however, the person in the lab was extremely rude when I asked if they could check to see what the status was. Rudely he stated that with the prescription that I had filled took 10 days. That is not what the customer service person stated "7 business days." I will never go back there again. I was extremely happy with my previous provider but since the "healthcare" has changed I lost my provider. NOT HAPPY.
Reviewed Dec. 8, 2014
When you pick out your frames, the person who waits on you pops out the demo lenses. I then realized that this is because they use the very frame you just picked out as the frame that your lenses go in. So you do not receive a fresh, brand new frame (which is what you are paying for)--you get a used, demo frame. At no time are you told this.
Reviewed Dec. 6, 2014
I am sure this post will be taken down as soon as the owners of this page read it. But I want people to know what they are doing. I am in Racine Wisconsin. I purchased a warranty on a pair of frames that I broke. I did not need new lenses. My eye doctor said my eyes were good. So to be honest with everyone I am not rich. Not many people are. I live from paycheck to paycheck. I do not spend money on myself because I have 8 kids. That is where all my money goes to. Anything and everything they need.
So when my frames broke I went to where I thought would be good. I paid over $189 just for frames. They talked me into buying a warranty. I addressed the fact that I was not getting new lenses and they said that was not a problem. If my frames ever broke that I could get new frames. That if they were not in stock that I could get anything I wanted and pay the difference. Just get something close in size to my lenses. Okay. They would be able to do that. So when less than a year later my little one broke my glasses I went into the store. They said they did not have the frames I had and that I would either have to live with broken frames that were half on my face till I could afford to pay for new lenses. I said I found a few pair of frames that were the same shape. They told me I can buy new lenses. I told them I do not have that kind of money. I told them what was told to me by the very same lady who is now telling me they will not help me. She said that they cannot help me. I asked for the manager’s name and number and left.
What is a joke is it got worse from there. The headquarters treated me even worse. Well that was not at first. I talked to a very nice lady. Who said they would send me a refund in the mail and I would get it in a few weeks. Now it was for the original value of my glasses. I thought wow. That is so nice. I was taking my husband to work because I thought if they were able to help me I could get a new pair of frames that day. Now I was on speaker and my husband was like wow. I told them I would call them back. I was given the ladies extension. But it all went downhill from there.
I called back. Then I talked to a lady who said they never logged a call from me. More less the two calls I made and over an hour I spent on the phone. Then I was told there is no such thing as extensions at their work. (I did get into it with the manager later on. But God forbid. You to ask for manager or supervisor because they will not let you talk to one. But when you do explain to them, 'When you call a coworkers phone to let them know something is going on from inside the work you dial a 4 digit extension. He said yes. I said good. Here it is. Then he said there was no such thing again. But he will look into it. But a joke like everything else that happen).
I went on to talk to this nasty lady for an hour. Where she put me down. Made fun of me because I did not know the number I was using because it was my daughter’s new cell phone. I said well the last lady I talked to was able to see it on the caller ID and that it’s that number. But this lady said I never talked to anyone before her and they do not have caller ID. Then went on to make fun of me. Telling me how do you not know your own number. I asked for a supervisor at that point I was so mad. But she would not let me speak to the guy. Overwhelmed I hung up.
She said she had to call the store back and discuss it with them. So 15 mins later I called back. Seeing they already called the store once before. I told them I wanted to talk to the supervisor right away. I wanted to file a complaint against the store and their poor customer service people. But then they kept going on about how I cannot keep calling till I get the result I want. I did finally get the guy. But he said they had no record of me calling before. I said fine use the recoding of my last call and see how bad the lady treated me. But they said they would not do that. He went on to tell me that when I hung up he would the finish my complaint. But not after explaining to me that because I filed a complaint they could reshape my lenses "But because of the complaint they might just break them and then what would I do without glasses I would have to buy them anyway." I told them “I would not be up sold.” That I cannot believe they would threaten me like that. They said it’s not a threat it can happen. He told me that he would not give me the name of the lady I talked to first. That it’s privacy issues. That the district manager would be calling or the storeowner would be calling me in 24-48 hours.
But they never did call me. Don't get me wrong after I did force them in the store to go into the company website they did order my frames that were no longer made. But they could not tell me if I would get anything that I liked just a pair of frames. It took 2 weeks for that call and I am disabled and have not had a chance to get in to pick them up I have got a few nasty calls about if I was so despite to make a report and complain that I should have come in to pick them up. But just so you know everyone>............ IF YOU ARE POOR YOU WILL BE TREATED LIKE CRAP AND IF YOU ARE DISABLE YOU GET TREATED LIKE CRAP!!! Do not let them talk you into getting the warranty because they have so many ways to up sale you into things. If you need glasses or lenses because they broke I can tell you from personal experience do not go here. BUT Walmart vision has a great warranty. They also do not make you feel bad because you cannot pay over $200 for lenses you didn’t need.
I would never go back here. I would also tell people that live in this area to RUN. I know this is a poor area and why go here when you can get nicer people and better service somewhere else? But look at me. A mother of 8 kids who is disable who now cannot afford new glasses and I look funny because of my broken glasses. I have to use them because I have bad eyes and because I am poor I get treated like crap. But I tell you tax season when us low income people come out and spend money we’ll not be coming here. Spend your money elsewhere. Poor serves and if I could contact the owner of the store I would. How depressed I feel because I cannot afford to be up sold things. What lies!
Reviewed Dec. 5, 2014
I purchased a frame and a lens with protection plan (insurance of lens for wear and tear and accidental damage, with $25 copay). Although they promise to replace the lens as many time as needed, they have not replaced even once in two years!!!! They are cheaters!!!!!!!!! Don't ever go there!!!!!!!!!! especially 1055 W Bryn Mawr, Chicago, IL location. There is nowhere you can complain about the issues.
Reviewed Dec. 4, 2014
I have purchased multiple pairs of glasses from Lenscrafters over the years for my family. I have had a few bad experiences, understanding that mistakes happen and eventually they were corrected. I returned once again because I have progressive lenses and wanted to be sure that they were correctly made and Lenscrafters does stand behind and will replace if not right.
However, I just picked up a BRAND NEW pair of glasses - waited 50 minutes for help at the store - and left an hour before they closed. When I got home and put the glasses back on, they were smudged where they had to adjust my frames and apparently smeared the lens. I noticed a scratch in the bottom of my lens - it almost appeared to be "in the plastic." The store was then closed when I found the defect. I called the following morning and asked that they order a new lens - they stated they could not without "seeing" it first. I live an hours drive away from the store and they insisted that I must bring it in before they will reorder the lens. I could understand if they were even a week old, but I JUST PICKED THEM UP less than 24 hours - OF NOTE, THEY ARE LENSCRAFTERS PREMIUM POLY - SCRATCH RESISTANT LENS. This will be the LAST TIME I USE LENSCRAFTERS.
Reviewed Nov. 21, 2014
Since purchasing 2 pair of glasses I have been back 3 times because I cannot see small print and both pair slide down my nose or fall off my face. Finally when I realized they would never be able to fix these... and since I was in my 30 day "return for a refund for any reason" period, I asked for a refund. They refused stating they had to adjust the glasses to my face and could not sell them to somebody else. I am a nurse at a large academic medical center.... I will tell EVERYONE about my experience with this company. How can they stay in business?
Reviewed Nov. 19, 2014
I took my daughter to Lenscrafters to have her eyes checked and she was given a prescription for OD - 1.25 and OS 1.00 for glasses on 8/6/12. She wanted to try contacts so we went back on 4/4/2013. The new prescription was for OD - .75 and OS - .75. We did not realize until after she was getting headaches and after Lenscrafters had sold us 6 months of contacts past the date they normally require that eyes be rechecked, that this prescription was weaker than her previous one and was causing her vision problems, not helping them.
What is so shocking is that they accept no blame and gave nothing back in the way of a credit. I called twice and went into the store.
I will never go back to Lenscrafters and will make an effort to warn everybody I talk to about eye care to avoid them. Be very wary of this company and watch everything they do. They are very good at collecting money and I spent plenty of it with them. They do not stand behind their service or their products.
Reviewed Nov. 13, 2014
I went to Lenscrafters for an eye exam but was not able to remove my contact lens from one eye. The doctor looked into my eye and said the lens was not in the eye. She then proceed with an eye exam and wrote an eye glass prescription. Two days later I was able to remove the contact lens which was in my eye for two days. I called and went back to the store asking if Dr ** would perform another eye exam to make sure that the prescription is correct. She refused to check the prescription. Don't use this provider. They are not concerned about their customer's well being.
Reviewed Oct. 28, 2014
LENSCRAFTERS - Avoid this chain! I escalated the matter via my BBB complaint and then had input from David ** at HQ and it was agreed that LensCrafters would make up just one lens. (** Rx Operations Manager **). On Sat. 10/26 I returned to the Kennesaw location and had extensive discussions with the Manager and an Associate regarding a price issue. I had been told on 10/17 that the cost for 2 lenses would be $110. On the 26th I was told that they would, as per their HQ make up one lens and the cost would be $110! My opinion was that the cost should be in the area of $55-60 or half what they had wanted for making up 2. They would not agree to this and decided to take my contact info and contact HQ for further instructions. It is now a 'don't call us - we'll call you situation' as they will supposedly contact HQ for guidance. I am still waiting to hear from them!
Their treatment of a returning customer who had last year purchased 3 pair of lenses and glasses from them and had been impressed enough to tell the manager of that time that the associate helping him had done a great job, tells me that this firm has absolutely no concern about customers and no desire to encourage customer loyalty to their brand. They seem to exist entirely for what goes into their cash register that business day and never mind any long term concepts of taking care of 'old' customers or encouraging future visits. They are just interested in how much $ they can wring out of customers that day.
I have since determined that there is great dissatisfaction with consumers regarding this firm, with 447 complaints to the BBB, over 3 years and 96 complaints on the site **. I have established 8 blog sites in anticipation of additional nonsense from LensCrafters and they will 'go active' if/when LensCrafters HQ decides that it is just fine for them to attempt to charge $110 for the one lens. Misc. I see from my site meters that LensCrafters HQ in Mason, Ohio IP Address: Luxottica (66.161.213.180) has been looking at my site 5 times in the last 2 days. I hope they learn something from my comments. As things stand now they have a very poor reputation and have some really stupid corporate policies.
Reviewed Oct. 8, 2014
I purchased my glasses in June 2014 for $600.00 at Lenscrafters. About a month ago I noticed that there was like a fog spot on the lens. Today I finally had time to go back in and see what was wrong. The salesperson said, “The coating is coming off. It is not something you have done intentionally. Perhaps it's hairspray (which I do not use), or some other chemical has come in contact with them.” I responded to her that I have worn glasses all of my life and I have never had this happen before. I am very careful with my glasses and they did not come in contact with a chemical or hairspray. Luckily, I purchased the insurance and will get a new pair for $25.00 copay. Had I not purchased the insurance I would either have to live with these spots right in my line of vision or pay for new glasses.
It is a shame that the company cannot own up to the fact that there is obviously something wrong with the coating that they use, whether intentional or not. The glasses that I had before these, I wore them for three years with no problems. I wear my glasses full time and have never seen this before. I have always used other companies. This is my first time using Lenscrafters and I can tell you when I need to replace these glasses I will go elsewhere. Oh and by the way the new co-pay is now $50.00, which I found out changed on 10/1/14 only by going in the store. She did honor the $25.00 and I will have new glasses in two weeks.
Reviewed Sept. 18, 2014
I have used Lenscrafters at the Greenwood Mall for many years. I have a particularly difficult time getting a good prescription and then a good fit for glasses since I became disabled 8 years ago. I liked Lenscrafters because they advertised that if you were dissatisfied for any reason you could return or replace your glasses. I will be the first to admit I probably wouldn't want to see me walk in the door but I didn't establish the policies the employees have to work with.
A couple of months ago I went in to have a pair of glasses adjusted and was happy to see an employee who I trusted was there and after adjusting my glasses in discussing the fact that I had not purchased there and had found out that where I did get them did not have licensed opticians that I would like to come back there for my next pair of glasses, this is where it became unprofessional. She told me very in a matter of fact manner that I was not welcome to do that. She could not do that then took me on a tour of my account in the computer of returns or exchanges I had made and told me to go anyplace but there. I can appreciate what she was saying but she made me feel like a teacher scolding a bad child.
Trust me no one feels worse about my disability than me and I wouldn't give her the satisfaction but after I walked out of there I was in tears. I waited until a Sunday when the store manager was there alone and went in to tell him what happened and he was very kind and agreed with me that it was mishandled and told me because of tough economic times that the company was changing many of its policies on returns. I can understand that but will never forget how embarrassed and humiliated I felt. Lenscrafters has lost a customer - perhaps they will be happy!
Reviewed Sept. 18, 2014
I have been to Lenscrafters on a number of occasions and have been MORE than satisfied every time. I had a terrible fall 2 years ago and all but ruined a brand new pair of sunglasses, that I did not buy from Lenscrafters. I brought them into the store at Southcenter Mall, Tukwila, WA. They miraculously fixed them. I then bought some prescription Maui Jims sunglasses, in a Florida store where I live - they are the absolute best sunglasses I have ever had. Today I went in to the Southcenter store with yet another pair of glasses that were badly in need of adjusting and they fixed them for "NO" charge. My husband also bought some glasses on one of their sales and was completely satisfied. The sales/techs are very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. I have no financial interest in Lenscrafters. I just think they are a very good company.
Reviewed Sept. 11, 2014
I chose Lenscrafters in the North Riverside Mall in Chicago with the expectation that there would be a fairly quick turnaround time for my glasses. After I paid MY money I was told that it would take 2 weeks. When I called within the week, they gave me the brush off... You know what, then brush my money back my way till you stop lying in your ads!! That on site lab never has a higher prescription lens in stock. I should have listened to advice about them. Then they told me they were in and my glasses would be ready the next day, they are not. RIDICULOUS!
Reviewed Sept. 9, 2014
I provided the following location with (2) Insurance Policies for son. All hard copies of actual T&C's..receptionist (**) found it to be a burden to validate with phone call. All information was provided on initial phone call prior for appt. Validated that there was coverage for time period. While I was standing there exam OD, PA EIN Dr. ** stated that, "She had wasted her time and was not going to get paid by insurance for examine". I paid upfront for services that were not completely rendered. Paid for contact examination and no contacts or consultation time was done. Assign instructor excused herself for bathroom break and continue with meal break. Son and I left office without trial contacts and insurance will be billed their portion. Location unprofessional and would not recommend for loved one's care...Totally disappointed with care of son and customer service. Lenscrafters, 4550 Cactus Rd #240 W/in Paradise Valley Mall.
Reviewed Sept. 8, 2014
I was lied to about policy and returns as well I was spoken to like a beaten down dog. This type of service should never happen to anyone anywhere. Unfortunately the management (**) at the Town East Location seems to think that it is OK to lie and treat the customers like trash. Needless to say I did not leave with the glasses the third time. I am retired and as well disabled so I truly do not feel like dealing with mean lying people because life is just too short and I would rather deal with goodhearted people who truly care. They do employ some good people like ** who is sweet or ** who is a nice guy and I truly feel for them for what they must deal with from the manager there.
The quality of cut that I receive has definitely gone downhill as well. You are truly better off going elsewhere. I will say this, if it were a good experience then I would be writing something good because I am a man who speaks the truth. Go ahead and judge for yourself. I did receive a call from the district manager and she was very kind and sweet not to mention very very apologetic for my past experience. I just hope they remove the problem from the equation. May God Bless All.
Reviewed Sept. 6, 2014
I was at the Lenscrafters store located in Mall of New Hampshire in Manchester, NH to have my prescription sunglasses replaced with new ones... As I entered the store I noticed that the General Manager of the store, name **, had his eyes on me as if I did something wrong and he kept that manner for almost 10 mins until I asked him if something is wrong.. Then he told me that someone stole 20 pair of sunglasses from the store.. I said I was so sorry to hear that, then a sales associate came and started to take my order... After a while she told that my original frame is bent from several points so I had to choose another one.. Then I went to check on the frames..
Meanwhile I asked my wife to sit outside with my young daughters since it would be better to keep them off the store since they are only 8 and 4 years old... 3 mins later, I found a pair and asked the lady how much it would cost with prescription lenses.. She went in and then came after 5 mins saying that they are not made for prescription so I better get something else... I went back to the displays and chose another pair but meanwhile The General Manager Mr. ** came and asked her to take care of another customer... Before she has done with taking my order... And btw that customer came to the store at least 20 mins later than me...
I patiently went back to my seat and started to wait for my sales associate.. But 15 mins later, I had enough of waiting and asked the manager why she is busy with another customer instead of taking care of my order... And he said he was a "SERIOUS" customer so he thought she has to take care of him in the first place and I can leave if I want to... And he expressed that it is the "Company Policy", Lenscrafters is a big company and free to do anything they like to do... And after that I left the store but shortly I went back to get the manager's card...
The sales associate came to me and told me that she was sorry but there is not much she could do about that and I said it wasn't fair to treat me like that and that time Manager came back and told me that he won't let me to "chew" her like that as if I was harsh to her with my words... I don't know what is wrong with the General Manager but I never treated like this in my life, accused of anything and escorted out of the store this way when I have done nothing... I have been a loyal customer for years and after all those years, I cannot accept to be treated like this by any means AT ALL...
Reviewed Aug. 29, 2014
WOW! I had the best experience at the Lenscrafters in the Westfield Mall in Annapolis. They have a new machine that takes your picture with four different frames and you can see yourself in them. I've never had that option before and it was great because I can't see anything without my glasses. The glasses were ready in an hour, even though the place was pretty busy, it was a Friday. I love my Dolce glasses and everyone gives me compliments on them. I would definitely recommend this store.
Reviewed July 30, 2014
I fell and broke my metal frames and Lenscrafters said they could not fix them. Maybe I am wrong, but I feel a big name company like Lenscrafters should be able to at least temporarily fix glasses until the new ones come in. I wear Varilux progressives, everyday - all day. They are my only pair as they are very expensive, and I need them to work and perform daily functions, meaning I cannot function without them. They are unwearable and I am at a great loss and I am experiencing pain and suffering. Anyway, I ordered a replacement pair of Varilux lenses and frames, which they can't make in-house and I have to wait 2 weeks for. So then I asked them what I should do in the interim as I can't see out of my broken pair and they to order another inexpensive pair of progressives ($350) that they can make in-house to wear until the Varilux lenses comes in. So I picked out another pair of frames and then they went in the back and then came back out and said they can't make my prescription in-house and I asked why and they said because they don't have the machinery. Again, a big name like that, shouldn't they have the machinery to do so to help someone in an emergency? I can't be the only one with a problem like this, can I?
Reviewed July 23, 2014
At the end of January 2014, I ordered new frames and lenses. By March, I noticed that spots were appearing on one of the lenses and also what looked like a scratch. I am super careful with my glasses, and when I'm not wearing them, they are always in my glass case. I have had glasses for many years, and have never had an issue with my lenses before. I always order the best lenses because I need to protect an injured eye that I have.
In March, I made my another trip into their store to show them what was happening. The entire time, the girl basically blamed the problem on me. She said it must be the case that I'm keeping them in (even though this is a soft case, which is specifically used for this purpose, and I've used this case with 3 other pairs of glasses and never had a problem). She said sometimes small pebbles get into the case and scratch the lenses. Really??? I had paid the extra money for the insurance coverage for a year, so she said they would replace the lenses and that there is usually a $25.00 fee, but she could waive that fee only once.
The lenses were ordered, fit into my frames and I was content with the problem being taken care of. Then the problem started again...by May, both lenses were developing dots and scratches again. They weren't too bad so I didn't head back to them right away. In the passing months, they were getting bad enough to the point that I had a hard time seeing clearly through them. So, today, I make another trip into the store and showed them what was happening again.
Before I went there today, I took the time to read hundreds of reviews online, about this business, and I couldn't believe all the problems that people were having with their glasses! The same girl waited on me today, as did the first time, and needless to say, she wasn't very nice. She proceeded to tell me that the scratches and spots are the protective coating coming off, but that it isn't a defect. She said that it is some kind of chemical that is coming into contact with them and making the coating come off.
She said I'm probably putting my hairspray on while I'm wearing my glasses. Are you kidding me??? For one, I never wear glasses in the bathroom and two, who would wear them while applying hairspray. She also said that it could be my eyelashes brushing against the lenses, and if I have mascara on, then that would also scratch them. By this time, I was getting upset because she was doing the same thing that all the review were saying... She was coming up with every excuse in the world why it was my fault and in no way could it be their problem.
I explained to her that I had just read hundreds of reviews online and more than half of them were experiencing the same problems that I was. Her response was, "Well, it's not happening to EVERYONE so what do you want me to do?" I really wanted my money back so that I could go elsewhere, but as usual, they wouldn't do that. She said they would replace the lenses again but this time I would have to pay the $25.00 copay. I asked her when this happens again, do I just keep coming back every few months to get new lenses and she told me that paying the copay is a lot cheaper than having to pay for new glasses again.
I told her that maybe someone in the company needs to address this issue, because apparently, it's happening to a huge amount of people. Again, she said that it's not happening to everyone so this is the best that she can do. I'm sorry, but glasses are extremely expensive and for the hundreds of dollars that people are spending, we should not be getting a defective product. Basically, she was not willing to do anything else, so she ordered me a new set of lenses and out I went.
In the past, I always went to my own eye doctor for my exam and glasses, but he just doesn't carry a big selection of frames so I decided to look elsewhere. My mistake was that I should have gotten online and read the reviews for this business before I ever started shopping there. In the future, I will NEVER order another thing from this company and I will definitely spread the word about my experience with them!! FYI...I went to their store in North Olmstead, Ohio.
Reviewed July 22, 2014
Waited for 15 minutes to be told I had to leave my glasses, that it would be a 20 minute wait. I told the service rep that I cannot leave my glasses because I could not see without them and that it would take 2 minutes to replace the guards. She just repeated that it would take 20 minutes. When I first walked in the store there was only one person at the register, three people were behind the glass partition chatting. I walked out, I did not have 20 minutes to waste for a 2 minute job.
Reviewed July 19, 2014
Have anti-glare and scratch resist coating, problems from beginning with smears and streaks... returned to Lens Crafters a couple of months later and was told no warranty that I should have paid for one. The streaks in my $600 got so bad after only a few months. I went elsewhere and bought another pair. Lenscrafters customer service really sucks... Never again.
Reviewed June 7, 2014
I have bought $1,200.00 lenses with insurance. They were fitted into frames from my previous pair. The lenses were badly scratched by the frame. After waiting for a week for the replacement lenses, the Houston insisted that they could only provide the lenses, they were refitted in the damaged frame even though I offered to buy a new frame.
Reviewed June 3, 2014
My wife refused her new glasses because she couldn't see through them at the fitting. The eye exam doc was next door and they confirmed the glasses were not made to the prescription ($95 exam... two weeks to wait for this $517 pair of eyeglasses). The store members said they could make them again, but they would still be the same (WTF? But no big scene from us). Requested a refund to my debit card. Girl said computers had not been working all day (this was after 4:30 so how did they process orders that day?). She said she would call for my card number later. Offered us the standard $25 for our trouble (only if we re-ordered). We declined that insulting offer.
We went to another place and ordered two pairs of glasses on the same prescription for $559. While getting gasoline the Lenscrafter girl called and got my debit number. Said her machines were still down, but she could process the return. Nothing in my account the next day. So I called national customer service to see when I could expect my money. She was nice and said it could happen immediately or maybe in 3-5 days. I told her that was business decision by the big company to hold onto millions of dollars in returns with a slow repayment so they can collect interest before returning the money. No disagreement from her. She said I could call her back tomorrow. I said can't you text me or email? So she took my wife's email and mine to notify us.
I won't be holding my breath. And I had good luck with Lenscrafter on a pair of glasses (pricey, but good quality) three months ago, but I won't be buying there next time. Biggest problem other than crappy POS computers? I feel they have poorly trained workers at the lens grinding center. YMMV.
Reviewed May 26, 2014
On May 23rd, 2014 I had an eye exam at the Middletown, CT Lenscrafters. As a paying patient I openly and upfront requested my pupillary distance (PD) be measured and given to me. I was told by the doctor that the opticians within the store would provide this to me, to complete my prescription. When I asked the store manager (optician) for my PD, he indicated that this was only done by their computers and only if I agreed to purchase a set of frames. Furthermore, he misrepresented that PD was dependent upon the frame of glasses I was to purchase, when in fact PD is medically defined as the distance, in millimeters, between the centers of the pupils in each eye. The experience seems to indicate a marketing strategy to create sales by limiting important prescription information that patients are entitled to when they ask and pay for the service.
Reviewed May 20, 2014
The girls at Fallen Timbers Maumee, OH store were fantastic and all three pairs of prescription glasses came in AHEAD OF SCHEDULE. Highly recommend.
Reviewed May 19, 2014
I have used Nationwide Vision my entire life due to financial considerations. Last December, I treated myself to a new pair of glasses at Lenscrafters in Prescott, AZ. I spent $400; a big deal to me and a tough sell but I thought I was purchasing quality workmanship and felt it was worth the extra expense. It is now less than 6 months later and there is a crack in the left lens slowly moving its way up from the bottom of my glasses. I took them back to the store and was told they had no responsibility in the matter, and if I wanted them fixed, I would have to buy a complete new pair of glasses.
WHAT? In a million years, I would never have thought that Lenscrafters would not stand behind their product. I take very good care of my glasses; I cannot afford to replace them every year or two so I have been able to keep some pairs of glasses for YEARS without breakage, cracking, etc. It is beyond my comprehension that in this short amount of time, Lenscrafters can send me on my way, with no help at all and a refusal to take any responsibility for this obvious defect or poor workmanship. A properly made pair of glasses does NOT begin cracking in less than 6 months. I'm very disappointed in Lenscrafters as a whole. I will make it my business to discourage friends and family from patronizing this business.
Reviewed May 18, 2014
I went to Lenscrafters 18 months ago for an eye exam and glasses. I paid the additional money for the extensive exam and was told I have a cataract. So I made an appointment with a top eye clinic to have a lens replacement. But after an examination, the doctor told me that I DON'T have a cataract. Cataracts are on the front of the eye and I have some kind of leakage BEHIND the eye! I'm getting treatments for that condition. So now that we know the kind of DOCTORS that work at Lenscrafters, what about the rest of the staff?
Well I ordered some prescription sunglasses and when they arrived, I decided I would prefer to upgrade to progressive lenses, like my reading glasses. I went back to the store and paid the money and gave them the glasses. Then I waited and called, waited and called, etc. It took more than THREE MONTHS for the glasses to arrive. Once they told me to come in and pick them up, but they hadn't actually arrived.
My reading glasses on the other hand, fell apart after about a year. The left arm came off and Lenscrafters replaced the plastic gasket in the lens. But the repair only lasted two weeks. So I went back and they "fixed them" again. This time, it lasted one day. So I went back and asked how long a repair should last. At this point they said I was beyond the warranty and shooed me away. I watched them sell a bottle of glasses cleaner to a guy, telling him that when he runs out, "just go to Costco and they will refill it for free!"
So they are encouraging their customers to rip off another business, which if you know anything about Costco, is one store that actually DOES care about their customers. Unbelievable! So I googled a guy in Glendale who fixes glasses and for $7, he fixed my glasses correctly. I will NEVER go to Lenscrafters again. They are so incompetent that I honestly don't know how the employees manage to drive themselves to work each day!
Reviewed May 17, 2014
I went to the Eye Center today to have an eye exam, intending to then go next door for glasses. My exam was handled with courtesy and good humor by all, except that the Optometrist, last name an Arabic-sounding one that I can't remember, seemed "full of herself," and more concerned with her performance than my good health. Which proved to be true, because when I went next door to LensCrafters to get glasses, I found that after I'd spent a long time picking glasses I thought I could live with in a VERY poorly-stocked store, that she'd given me the wrong prescription, one for single vision, when my original prescription was for trifocals.
I had already agreed to the exorbitant prices (30% discount!!! I was told, but still nearly $700 for two pairs of glasses) for the frames I'd picked for glasses and sunglasses, when I realized the mistake had been made. PLEASE NOTE: I realized it, not the "professionals" who were there to serve me. The salesperson rushed next door to get the prescription corrected, and then upped the price by several hundred dollars, whereupon I asked for my prescription and left. The manager--I assume he was the manager--had been hovering, no doubt aware of LensCrafters' liability, but offered no compensation for what could have been a very dangerous mistake. I then went to my local pharmacy and saved hundreds of dollars, choosing from an excellent selection of frames. This is the second time LensCrafters has made an extremely time-wasting and costly mistake; the first time, I spent a weekend with no glasses because LensCrafters had screwed up the prescription, but this time LensCrafters took the loss after wasting my afternoon. Let me assure you, I will NEVER go to LensCrafters again, and I will make sure I make your ineptitude as public as I can.
Reviewed May 14, 2014
BUYER BEWARE I recently purchased glasses at Oracle Road Lenscrafters but my lens prescription was not returned to me. I provided this prescription by way of my personal ophthalmologist, NOT a Lenscrafters employee/Doc. Two phone calls to Lenscrafters resulted in them promising to send me my property, they paid for prescription, but it never arrived. Today's third call resulted in their representative telling me I was out of luck and they would be keeping the prescription. My request for a copy of same was also denied.
The greater problem is that recently after purchasing the eyeglasses I began to have significant vision problems and wished to have the prescription professionally compared with the actual lenses. However, Lenscrafters refused my request and told me they would not return my property, or a copy of same. BUYER BEWARE! I will be seeing my ophthalmologist, more $, next week in hope of regaining normal sight.
Reviewed April 22, 2014
I purchased a pair of Prada glass frames with my prescription on February 4th. I love the frames. I went on vacation and while away I was cleaning the glasses one morning and the frame came apart in my hand. I cannot see without my glasses so I was taken to the Mall in the country I was in and they looked for about 30 minutes to find an arm that would fit my glasses temporarily until I got back home.
I AM SO ANGRY with Lenscrafters. I took the glasses to the store last night at Galleria Mall in Cambridge. The person whom I addressed had a "don't give a **" attitude from the moment I addressed her. She said because I didn't purchase the insurance; there was nothing they could do. I would have to purchase a new pair of frames for $198.00 ... and they would fit my lenses into them. I asked if they had a different frame that would fit and without so much as looking, they told me no. Those glasses were defective.
I was merely cleaning them and the arm came off. The screw inside may have come loose earlier but I just bought them in February. Oh and I am not covered by the 90-day UNCONDITIONAL guarantee because they were broken. I will never go to Lenscrafters again and I am telling everyone I know and posting it on every webpage I can. I think what pissed me off the most was the attitude of the person who waited on me and when she spoke to her manager, he didn't give a ** either...
Reviewed April 18, 2014
The doctor was very professional and the lady who helped me pick my glasses was nice friendly and tried to be helpful. But face it, she is sales person and I don't think give me best value. One big disappointment is in the fact that after paying 600.00 she tells me unless I buy the 1 year service plan for another 39.00 my glasses are not covered at all, once I walk out the door. NADA ZIP!! Any company that does not stand behind their product to me is ridiculous. If the glasses are mistreated I understand, but the frame and lenses should be covered for a period of at least 2 years of normal wear.
Also I am disappointed that since they make the lenses in house which I thought overall would save me money, (I bought a much cheaper lens and frame this time than my previous glasses buying a heavier Polycarbonate over the Crizal feather of my previous glasses and I got no antiglare coating) and these new ones are a Vogue frame while my old and best frame is a Marchon Airlock which is a pricier frame, but the cost was actually 39.00 MORE in spite of all the downsizing and my supposed 30% off.
I also feel a big (wth) because they are so limited in style and comfort since they won’t work with (repair) or make any drill mount glasses so everything is either fishing line on the bottom to hold your lens in OR a solid frame all around the lens so you can’t get the truly comfortable floating glasses (like Marchon). Now I have almost nil peripheral vision with so much plastic in a frame (whereas my Marchon glasses almost floated in the air).
After paying now 639.00 (and that is with 30% off) I am out looking for a company to make lenses for my old frames that LensCrafters can’t/won’t work with. (The Marchon with Crizal lenses 1 lens was damaged because the antiglare coating became flaky on year 4.) I would have saved A LOT of money and ended up with the glasses I love which are supremely comfortable and like wearing nothing at all had I gone to a company that worked with drill mounts. I will use the LensCrafters glasses for emergency spare. I will not purchase LensCrafters again...
Reviewed April 8, 2014
When we bought the glasses, customer service was excellent but I have had my glasses for 1.5 years and the lens has become very cloudy. My husband looked at the lenses under 15 times magnification and said it looked like the anti-glare film was coming apart. The problem is within the lenses not on the surface. Lens Crafters claims the glasses must have come in contact with a chemical of some kind that caused the reaction and they refuse to offer any repair but will replace them for half price. Some customer service! No Thanks, I'll go elsewhere.
Reviewed April 7, 2014
I bought glasses, realized something was wrong (eyes were switched). Months later used my warranty for scratches. Dropped glasses, went to another location in another state. Used my about to expire warranty to get new lenses. They did the same thing they did the first time, not once but twice!!! LensCrafters, you are incompetent!! I will not buy from you again. I was told that they “couldn't” remove the incorrect info concerning my prescription originally entered incorrectly!! Really? Hire some people who actually know what they're doing!!!
Reviewed April 6, 2014
The sales tax where I live is 6%, period! Located in a Mall, Lenscrafters charged me 12.69% sales tax on my recent purchase. I complained to no avail. I told them that any purchase from other Mall stores (Dillards, Belk's, Penney's, and Sears) would be subject to the 6% sales tax. This is OUTRAGEOUS! TAX REVOLT!!! I want my money back. Maybe I should report it to my credit card company as a fraudulent debit!
Reviewed April 1, 2014
Went to Lenscrafters about 4PM on Monday, the 31st of March. The young lady gave me a price of $357. I thought it sounded like a lot of $ so I said I will be back tomorrow after I speak to my wife. After talking to my wife, I decided to go ahead and buy the glasses. After measuring me, she informed me the price is $35 more. When I asked why, her answer was that is today's price, $357 was yesterday's price - WOW. Will never do business with Lenscrafters looking for every way to word out about this vile company!!!!
Reviewed March 25, 2014
The lovely people at Park Place Mall in Tucson AZ rock big time! A LensCrafters customer since my 1st pair eons ago. Have hit the San Jose, CA & Menlo Park, CA stores in the past. Could be getting old, but the Tucson people were the best. Eye exam was the most thorough I'd ever had & affordable. Dr. wrote information for my next Dr. regarding my next pair. Person who helped me decide on a frame read my mind - showed me great "cheaper" frames & options. Was in/out in a timely fashion & a happy camper...
Reviewed March 23, 2014
Customer service sucks. It takes over a week to get glasses! I had to practically go around blind for 12 days thanks to them. So if you need your glasses at a reasonable time this is clearly not the place to go. I will never use these people again. And my glasses cost $488 on sale. This place is **.
Reviewed March 21, 2014
I bought Ray Ban prescription sun glasses...The lenses fell out twice in the first 2 months. I went back to the store across from Mary Esther Mall, in Ft. Walton Beach., FL where I purchased them for $600. They assured me they were fixed the first time...then on my second visit I asked them to replace them. They assured me one more time that it would not happen. Keep in mind I bought replacement insurance... then the other lenses fell out twice again, so I made 2 more separate trips to the LensCrafter store in Cordova Mall, Pensacola, FL. Thinking maybe they had a better tech... they fixed them the first time and told me it would not happen again...then my second time there I asked for them to be replaced that I did not think the glass frames were any good. They assured me 100% they were fixed...now the frame broke on the right side. And the Pensacola store, Donna, told me they would try to improvise the repair to help me to be able to wear them, but the insurance was only for 12 months.
So in actuality they purposely led me on until the 12 months had lapsed. The real kicker to the deal was the store in Pensacola told me that Ray Ban frames were discontinued, so they couldn't replace them if they wanted to. The Pensacola store said they would keep my glasses and call some other stores to see if possibly they might have a set of frames in their inventory. Then she called me and said she had carried my glasses back to the Ft. Walton Beach store...and had patched them up, and I could go there and pick them up.
I did that yesterday. I mentioned I could not believe that none of their stores had a pair of the frames. That tech not knowing what Donna from the Pensacola store had told me, said we could order a set of them. These are the newest ones they stocked from Ray Ban. I did not think I heard her clearly. So I said, "You mean you could order these frames?" She said, "Yes. We do not keep frames in stock in these higher priced frames. We order them in." How about that... I am now going to write Lens Crafters and see if they will stand behind their product at all. After reading all the reviews... they probably won't... Just thought you might want to know the truth about Lens Crafter inferior products, and short shelf life on whatever you buy there.
Reviewed March 18, 2014
I'm not bitter. I just don't think anyone should waste their money. The company will push you to the top lenses and the designer frames. Then when the high end lens that are marketed as "scratch resistant" end up scratched they just look up, and say "oh, we can't replace, just one lens but you can buy brand new at 50% off". Then, a year later, when the $300 designer frames break, they just simply offer another new purchase at 50% off. The company sells junk at inflated prices, with little or no support. Don't be suckered.. like I was, twice.
Reviewed Feb. 16, 2014
Once again I pay a lot of money for glasses that do not fit right. It seems like every time I get glasses I, first have to wait for them to come in, then wait when they finally come in then have to go back because they still do not fit right. I always feel pressured when I am there. I do not have that kind of spare time nor do I have that kind of money to waste on crap items and service. Today I have to waste my time again to try and have someone fix them.
Reviewed Feb. 11, 2014
I went to my local LensCrafters on a Tuesday. They were not busy, and I was greeted promptly. After about a two minute wait, a salesperson came over to me and offered to help me. He took his time "fitting" the frame and lens (AVP 1.67 Trans. Gray with Premium AR) for me. He seems very professional and courteous. Now I have to wait about a week for my lenses to be made and delivered. So far, so good. Hopefully the lenses and frames will be perfect the first try!
Reviewed Feb. 10, 2014
I went into the Peoria, IL store on October 2nd, 2013 and they were very busy (we all walked in at the same time). After several minutes the employee stuck her head into their lab (you can see it from the customer seating area) and asked for help, only to be very rudely told that "she would be fine, customers need to learn to wait"!!!! OMG, I could hardly believe anyone would ever say that, especially because all of us customers heard that! All of us customers that heard him say that were talking about it between ourselves. The guy that said it must have been someone from their home office as he was standing in back (their lab is behind glass but is still in view of their selling floor) and had his arms crossed in a very arrogant stance. If this is the example that their bosses set, why would anyone want to shop there? Called their customer service hotline to inform them of this lack of professionalism. They told me they would have the regional manager, Ross **, call us back, never received any phone call. Another example of bad service and it must be how they accept customers are treated!
Reviewed Jan. 27, 2014
I purchases lenses 6 months ago and lenses became spotty and blurred about a month ago. They told me that there is nothing they can do since the warranty period was only 3 months. I cannot understand what type of a business model is this. Lenses are so cheap that they deteriorate right after warranty period. Do they expect consumers to buy anything from there again?
Reviewed Jan. 26, 2014
Even though I said I did not want to use my insurance, I wanted to use their 40%-off offer. They used my insurance anyway. When I buy cheap sunglasses with the lowest lens, I don't want to use my insurance because I want to use that on the expensive, designer glasses I need with higher end bi-focal lenses. Why do lens makers do this? Visionworks does the same thing!
Reviewed Jan. 10, 2014
The location in topanga mall that I had service at has people that not honest with their patients. Because this is your first time they will rip you off. I paid $432 for 1 pair of glasses. Do your research before you visit this location.
Reviewed Jan. 9, 2014
Purchased glasses one year ago with anti-glare; lenses became spotty and blurred about 2 month ago. I was informed by LensCrafters that the anti-glare was coming off the lenses! I only use their brand of lens cleaner and cloths! LensCrafters stated they would replace the lenses for $255! I originally paid over $500 for these glasses! This is totally unacceptable! I believe this is a scam by LensCrafters to get more money from their customers! Never had this happen to my glasses before (of which I had purchased at LensCrafters with the anti-glare!). Their product has become defective and as a consumer they need to be held responsible to make this good. LensCrafters just threw away a long time customer!
Reviewed Dec. 21, 2013
I paid extra money to have a solution applied to my lenses to prevent glare, mostly for driving at night. I also paid $29 for extra coverage to cover the lenses for one year. After 9 months, my left lens got spotty. I returned to LensCrafters and after charging me an additional $25 (in addition to the $29 I paid originally) replaced the lens. Now, 21 months after the original purchase, both lenses are so spotty from the glare solution, that it's affecting my vision. Returning to the store, the manager agreed it was from the solution that was applied to prevent glare, but since the extended coverage had expired, all she would do was to give me 50% off new glasses, but only after I paid for an eye exam.
My insurance only pays every 24 months for an eye exam, so I have to put up with these glasses for another 3 months. My conclusion is the solution they use to prevent glare is not perfected. She wouldn't give me the name of the company that manufactures it but did tell me it's only meant to last 12 to 18 months. I feel they purposely hid this information from me when I purchased the glasses and should be investigated for selling an inferior product.
Reviewed Dec. 17, 2013
Ordered a pair of glasses, which I loved for over $300. After awhile of normal wear (I've been wearing glasses for 40++ years) they needed an adjustment. SEVEN adjustments later - all the while I'm telling them there is something wrong with these frames because they can't "hold" an adjustment - the store mgr. informs me I'm 3 weeks past the 90 days I have to exchange them. And oh BTW the frame has been discontinued - it's not available any place (duh - a clue that something's wrong with it). I'm sure I was "within the 90 days" at some point in the previous 6 visits for adjustments - but that's not important apparently to the store mgr.
They can do nothing for me but adjust them. In fact the man who did the final adjustment did them SO tight they left a mark on the first night and moaned and groaned about his 20+ years of adjusting glasses. That it was all on me - you know "the customer" who has been wearing glasses longer than he's been adjusting them - I clearly must be "doing something to them". I don't!
I complain up the chain to regional office. Today the store mgr. calls and says, "I have now talked for 9 different people about these - so we are going to give you an exchange until 12/31". WOW really - you've talked to 9 different people - boo hoo. So I'm going in tomorrow for more condescending treatment and a new pair of glasses (basically because these are now unwearable). Wish me luck, say a prayer - because I'm doubtful it's going to work. Shameful customer service!
Reviewed Nov. 7, 2013
I bought a pair of glasses from LensCrafters in March. In July, I had to have cataract surgery on one eye. Prior, I called up and asked about changing the one lens on the glasses after the surgery. I was told they would do it for free because it was only 4 months after I got the glasses and their "extended protection" (extra charge tacked on, not optional) covered that 100%. "Don't worry, we'll take care of you". For the cataract fix, I went for 20/20 vision and got it. So, all I needed for the glasses was replacing the one lens with a blank. Purely cosmetic. Sounds simple, right? Wrong!
I took the glasses in and was told they would not do the job for free despite admitting they had told me that prior. Everything is at their discretion and the store manager decided not to cover it. Too bad. Second, they wouldn't replace the one lens without me paying for two lenses at an outrageous price of $280 ($303 with tax). That's more than the glasses and frame cost to begin with. Too bad. Pay up or you have nothing. Very arrogant and hostile, both the clerk and the store manager who was in the act. I didn't cave in to their extortion tactics. After some choice words, I took the glasses to "CustomEyes" which was 3 blocks away. Very helpful, no problem doing the job. They did the lens replacement in 2 hours for $52. There's no way I'll ever use LensCrafters for anything again. Recommend same to the readers. This nonsense stops only when we stand together and make it stop.
Reviewed Nov. 3, 2013
The representative at LensCrafters, Arrowhead Mall, Glendale, AZ said we have to wait until Monday because they needed authorization for my insurance. I offered to help by getting it started by pulling it up and entering Social Security number to get started. She told me it wouldn't help because someone has to be there to get it. I was going to reschedule but my husband nudged me and said no. He said we are going to Visionworks. We did and I am so glad we did. The rep there gave me the paper. I wrote my social, she put it in the system and received a fax back with the authorization number.
I thought maybe the rep at LensCrafters may not have known so I thought it may help if I gave her the info. I asked if they have fax back abilities. They said yes. I said oh ok. I then proceeded to let her know that she can put in the social on the system and the other info and get a fax back with the authorization number. She said to me, "Well why didn't you tell me that". I told her, "I offered to help but you said a person had to be there". She then told me, "I've been doing this since 19. And this is the first time someone has told me they use their social, that's not true".
She then told me a social isn't used. (She contradicted herself). I then said, ok. I wasn't going to continue the conversation because she started talking over me and personalizing that I was merely attempting to help. Most importantly, I did not want the other customer to get uncomfortable due to the fact that she was becoming argumentative. They will not get business from me or my family again.
Reviewed Oct. 22, 2013
Purchased a pair of eyeglasses and found them poor condition after a year. Yes, I work in a harsh environment but frames should not fall apart that much. Went back and tried to use same prescription for a new pair and they stated they won't do that unless I have a new eye exam. I don't want an eye exam, just a new pair of glasses but they refused. Won't go there again as they just blew me off.
Reviewed Oct. 6, 2013
I went to the Bella Terra Mall store on my lunch hour where they had no customers. I wanted to order a paid off progressives and pick them up later. An obviously new girl helped me as she needed to ask the "manager" questions all through taking my order. There are 2 progressive types, MVP and AVP. AVP provides a wider area, MVP smaller. I chose AVP. She then told me about anti-glare coating (standard or premium) which I chose standard, telling her I don't like too much coating or the lenses end up smudgy. It turns out that to get AVP you can ONLY have Premium coating. So my choices are to have MVP and standard, or AVP with Premium coating. I do not get to choose what I want. I asked her to find out why. She comes back to me with no answer.
I find that their practice is an obvious way to charge you more. The difference in price was nearly $100. The glasses were going to cost me $493 WITH their 30% off promotion. The girl then asks me if I have AAA. I asked her why, I had checked their website and they offer the same 30% discount for AAA. She just looked at me blankly.
At this point I had zero confidence I could get properly made glasses, was being scammed into paying more and felt the "manager" had absolutely no concern for my business. That was proven when I told the girl I was leaving, she walked over to the "manager" and asked for my prescription paper and she handed it to me and said "Have a nice day". No wonder the store had no customers......
Reviewed Oct. 3, 2013
Went to the LensCrafters in Stockton, CA. Had recently purchased a pair of glasses that we inadvertently lost. While I was not pleased with the amount of time and effort it took to get my original pair of glasses, I really liked the frame and knew I could get them at this store. I also knew that I would have to pay full retail because my insurance would not cover the loss. Went to the store and waited over 25 minutes for the clerk (one of only two in a mall-based LensCrafters) to finish with her current customer. When done, I introduced myself and told her why I was there. She had the frame I asked them to put on hold and gave it to me, asking me to sit and that she would be right with me.
Another customer had entered during this time and the clerk checked with the manager who identified me as next in line for service. The clerk then addressed the other client and much to my surprise sat down and began taking their order. She did not address me at any other time and after trying to get her attention. I walked over to her, told her I was leaving and that the frames were on the desk and that I would be contacting their corporate office to discuss her lack of service. There was little or no response from the clerk and I left.
Since that time I have been in touch with the LensCrafters corporate office through email and found they are as inefficient and insincere as the local stores. Their answer to my issue was to offer me $25.00 off my glasses and to basically tell me to go away. In one of my emails I delivered to a person named Butch what I thought was a cogent, well thought out series of ideas on customer service that I thought would resolve future issues and possibly make their service more customer friendly. Butch decided not even to recognize my ideas but did tell me to talk to the manager of the store. Thus this is written to warn all consumers to stay clear of LensCrafters. The operation is not customer friendly nor is it interested in creating a client base. They simply collect their insurance dollars and run you through their store like cattle. I would suggest you get vocal with your insurance providers and ask them to provide you with alternatives to LensCrafters so that you do not become a victim of their corporate practices and lack of service.
Reviewed Sept. 24, 2013
My daughter went into the LensCrafters in Mesquite, Texas. She was told by the Manager that she did not qualify for credit with LensCrafters and she would need a co-signer. My daughter called me and asked if I would co-sign for her and I told her that under no circumstances did I want my credit run, as I am trying to build a house and the house lender told me that I needed to get my score up to qualify for the loan. My daughter put the store manager on the phone (**) I told ** that I would co-sign for my daughter but did not want my credit run. She told me that it was in house only and that my credit would not be affected.
Well about 3 weeks later, I got an email from my loan office wanting to know what this was that showed up on my credit. I was furious, I went back up to LensCrafters and all ** would say is I’m sorry. She said your daughter put the Social Security number in and that it is my daughters fault. After ** assured me and my daughter that the credit would not be affected she did it anyway. How can a company get away with that.
Reviewed Sept. 23, 2013
Bought glasses with very expensive frames. Returned later to get new prescription lenses in frames. Told that frames were "single use" and could not have new lenses mounted. Not so informed when first purchased. Ray Ban $500.00. Ouch!
Reviewed Sept. 18, 2013
I went to LensCrafters in Santa Rosa, CA to get a new pair of glasses and contact lenses. The girl at the desk told me that the examination for the eyeglass prescription and the contacts prescription were separate examinations and would have to be done separately. She was not very helpful or informative to my questions about the exact prices of each exam and what was included in each exam. Basically, she gave me a take-it-or-leave-it attitude. I went ahead and did the eyeglass exam first. It took 3 weeks to get the glasses. I then went in and took the exam for the contact lenses where the guy performing the exam told me that exam for contact lenses ALSO covered for eyeglasses. Something the girl on my previous visit neglected to tell me even though I asked her THREE times to make sure.
The wait for my contact lenses was 4 weeks this time. They never called me to tell me the contacts were in. I had to call them. When they finally came in, the guy on the phone told me I had to make an appointment so that their doctor could check the fit. Sounds reasonable, right? I had to miss the first appointment and when I called to reschedule, the girl on the phone couldn't believe I had made an appointment to pick up the contacts. She treated me like an idiot for even trying to reschedule, telling me I didn't need an appointment. I won't make any judgements about that place. I just wanted to inform everybody about how I was treated there. I have had much better experiences buying cars from used dealerships and I will NEVER go to LensCrafters again.
Reviewed Sept. 18, 2013
I just want to let you know that I was not happy about how the manager at LensCrafters handed my issue. About 2 weeks ago, I purchased Ray-Ban "Clubmaster" sunglasses. I asked if the frame can be used for clear prescription lenses and then replace the sunglass tinted lenses later so I can use it as sunglasses when the clear lenses no longer give me good vision. Your rep said it can be done and that he will give me the sunglass lenses when the prescription is filled. When I got home, I realized I did not get the sunglass lenses that were removed when your techs replaced it with clear lenses. I called the store and the rep (didn't get a name) told me that they don't know what happened to the sunglass lenses and that my next step is to call Ray-Ban to see if I can get the lenses from them.
I told her that this is not my problem, so why should I have to go to the trouble of calling Ray-Ban? I told her that they would most likely refer me back to her. She then put me on hold and spoke with a manager. She then told me that the lenses were broken during the installation of the clear lenses and that she is sorry. I asked her what she is going to do about it because this is not my problem. I was promised the tinted sunglass lenses. I paid for it, so why should I have to negotiate with Ray-Ban to get them replaced either for free or at a fee? She then put me on hold again. She said that the manager then offered to refund me $75 as a solution. I told her I really wanted those tinted lenses. I asked if I could start all over and just return the glasses for a full refund and then I would reorder them. She put me on hold again. The manager agreed. The next day, after some thought, I decided to accept the $75 refund solution. Customers shouldn't have to demand to get a proper solution. LensCrafters should not tell customers to find a solution to a problem that they caused!
On another issue on that day I visited to get my refund: I understand that businesses get busy, so I waited about 20 minutes to be seen. LensCrafters had 2 employees working the floor. They were both busy. I was next in line since there was no one else in the store. After awhile, 4 more customers came in. LensCrafters does not have a numbered ticket system, so they go by memory of who is supposed to be next. After the non-manager was done with her customer, she started to help someone that came after me... Then she started to help another customer. This clerk acknowledged my presence when I first arrived, but yet ignored me. I then became proactive and approached her with my issue. She told me I had to wait for the manager because she cannot issue a refund. She was not even apologetic about seeing 2 customers before me. It seems to be the squeaky wheel that gets oiled first because these two customers were proactive about not caring who is next and therefore, had no problem taking 'cuts'.
Perhaps you should train your employees to use their mind to remember which customer came first, second, third, etc... Otherwise, try using a number system like Costco Optical. Thanks for listening and I hope my complaint doesn't fall on deaf ears. I will naturally tell friends about my bad experience at LensCrafters. I've given you business for 3 other people already - never again.
Reviewed Sept. 18, 2013
So I bring in my own pair of Frames from JCP because Lenscrafters has a poor selection of frames. All their frames look alike and of course only certain ones can be used with my prescription. I am told no problem, but that the sale was you had to buy a frame to receive 50% off lenses, so I said okay. I picked out the only frame I found decent. Granted the frame was $150.00 and with discount the total on their frame and lenses came to $461.66. The additional frame that I bought from JCP was only $149.00, so all Lenscrafters were doing on this pair were the lenses. This pair came to $518.00 with my "insurance" grant you! So I pay out the 980.00. I get a call in two days saying they are sorry they can't make the lenses for the frame I brought in and refunded me the 500.00.
A week later the pair I purchased from them are in so I go to get them only to find out I can't read out of them. The guy ask to see the glasses I currently wear daily and takes them in the back to the "lab", comes back and shows me that the prescription is different than what the Dr office wrote, by a lot! So Kyle the employee says we see this a lot with Optometrist making prescription errors. I said "well obviously the glasses are useless to me. I can't read with them" and since there is a 90 day return policy I of course said I want my money back! At which point he then volunteers that "oh we can fix them at no charge." I just have to go back to my doctor to get the script fixed. Ok, so I call the eye Dr, upset of course, get re-examined to find out he was right. The script was wrong, but that also the pair that Lenscrafters made was also wrong! They made it just for distance and neglected to add the reading part!!
Um hello!! What else would I need glasses for seeing that I need glasses 24-7! Not just for distance. So I go back to Lenscrafters give the new script and advise him of what the Dr said. His comment was "oh you wear these all day??" OMG I was ready to snap. So he said "we'll have the new ones in within the next 2wks." Here we are at 2wk mark, no call. I call them only find out they came in with the lenses scratched supposedly! Are you kidding me? Your eyeglass place, how does that happen?? I am now ready to tell them I want my money back, so I ask the women Jennifer "what can you do for me to compensate the inconvenience since it will be another two weeks for the news lenses to come in?" She states, "well I can give you 25.00 credit, but technically the glasses are late yet we still have two days." I said "you just told me it would be another two weeks." OMG.
This was my first and LAST time I will every purchase glasses from Lenscrafters! What a ripoff and a hassle. Can't wait to see when they are finally ready if they will be right or not. So much for paying extra for high index. Never again Lenscrafters. 45 yrs of wearing glasses, this has never happened! I wish I would have read these complaints prior to going here.
Reviewed Sept. 11, 2013
I went in to LensCrafters to purchase frames for my daughter. After she picked out frames, the customer support rep, Doug, assisted my daughter with frames and fitting. Then Doug rang up our purchase to the tune of $307.00. I asked why it was so high since the frames were only $150 less an additional 30% as advertised. He explained that the cost was for $300 lenses! $$$. I asked if they had any cheaper alternative lenses and he flat out said to me that this was the lowest. I reluctantly paid for the expensive lenses and immediately began looking on the internet. After researching this company on the internet I note that indeed they do offer a cheaper alternative. Basically I was swindled by LensCrafters into paying for a more expensive set of lenses. I will never deal with this company again as they couldn't care less about the customer.
Reviewed Sept. 6, 2013
Purchased a pair of Versace eyeglasses on January 13, 2013 around $500.00. Have a big swirl on the lens so I bring them back to the store September 5, 2013. They stated that it is the anti-glare coming off but they could not do anything because lens coverage wasn't purchased. Had to go back three times as the prescription wasn't correct. Can't wear the contacts, prescription wrong but I was getting off spending my life there trying to get it corrected by so called eye wear professionals. Funny, a private eye doctor or even Walmart covers your glasses and lenses for a year without buying a protection plan. Buyers Beware.
Reviewed Aug. 27, 2013
I broke my main pair of glasses today, called Lenscrafters and was told that a new pair would be around $221.00. I scheduled an eye exam and was excited to get a new pair of glasses. After the exam, it was very obvious that any pair of glasses would be 2, 3, 4, 5x the quoted cost. I was quoted "the sale price" of $869.00. I took my prescription and walked out the door. America's Best, Costco, Walmart will be getting my business. Can anyone say "bait and switch". Why are these guys still in business????
Reviewed Aug. 19, 2013
I purchased glasses on 2/12/12 along with the $25.00 repair/replacement "insurance". The glasses were great, I loved them. In Jan 2013 I noticed scratching and went in for the "insurance" repair. They were very nice and offered me a new pair of glasses. I was thrilled and went out thinking they were a wonderful company. Well - the glasses were impossible to clean. They had some swirly substance on them. I went back and was told to keep cleaning them, the substance would come off. Six months later I am still having smeary, swirly glasses that drive me nuts. I have figured out that the replacement "insurance" is for low quality glass and is not worth a penny. I am very unhappy with Lenscrafters.
Reviewed July 30, 2013
THEY SAID I HAVE TO PAY TO GET THEM REPAIRED. ALL THEY WANT IS YOUR MONEY AND THE SERVICE, WELL THERE IS NO SERVICE. THE QUALITY, WELL WHAT QUALITY?????
Reviewed July 26, 2013
I received a coupon for 50% off lenses with frame. Misplaced it. Went to the store, purchased lenses and frames, plus another pair of lenses. Picked up my purchase (7/26/2013). Went home, found the coupon the same day I picked up my purchase. Called Lenscrafters, the 800 number. They called the store where I made my purchase but the store would not honor the coupon. Their statement was ONCE I LEFT THE STORE THE SALES ARE FINAL. The coupon does not state - this coupon must be presented at purchase. It has an expiration date of 8/31/2013. This left me with a really bad feeling. I knew I kept the coupon, intended to use it. Won't be back.
Reviewed July 23, 2013
I placed an order on 6/26/13 for contact lenses. After returning from vacation 3 weeks later, I realized that the store hadn't called me. I called and was told that someone (**) had indicated in the computer that the lenses had already been picked up. I told the person on the phone (**, a floor supervisor) that I had not picked up my lenses. She told me that she would rush an order for me and they would be in the store in a few days. The very next day I received a phone message from ** telling me that the contacts were in. (I thought "wow, great service".)
When I arrived to pick them up another associate (**) found the contacts and started to check me out - as I looked at the boxes I realized that only the lenses for my Right Eye were there. ** looked at the order and it showed that whoever placed the original order in the system made an error. ** couldn't figure out how to fix it so she went and found **. After ** spent 20 minutes trying to figure it out I finally said "cancel the order, I will go someplace else". ** credited my card for the full amount - during the process ** walks back over asks "what's going on?" I tell her "what's going on" and she makes a face - rolls her eyes and walks away.
The next day - I went to a different LensCrafters (Boca Raton) and they tried to place the order but the Boynton Beach store didn't release my insurance benefit from their system. After 2 hours of phone calls between the Boynton Beach store manager (**) and the Insurance Company they finally released the benefit so a new order could be placed. My advice... Stay away from the LensCrafters on Boynton Beach Blvd. in Boynton Beach, FL. They don't know how to manage their store.
Reviewed July 18, 2013
I went to look for new frames and had a great experience with Kelly, the store manager. Not only was she nice and professional but she was extremely helpful almost bending over backwards to help me. Kelly also was able to help me with insurance questions I had. I have not had customer service like that in years. I am driving an hour to go to the LensCrafters where she works instead of using Pearle Vision which is 2 miles from my home.
LensCrafters Company Information
- Company Name:
- LensCrafters
- Year Founded:
- 1983
- Address:
- 4000 Luxottica Pl
- City:
- Mason
- State/Province:
- OH
- Postal Code:
- 45040
- Country:
- United States
- Website:
- www.lenscrafters.com