What country are you in And how complicated is your prescription? Generally, online glasses kind of suck a little bit. Not terrible, but there is a reason they are cheap. For very basic prescriptions, online seems to be pretty decent. But as things get more complicated, like as your vision gets worse, online glasses get crappier.

I have been using zennioptical for serveral years. Still a happy customer.

you get what you pay for.

do you have access to vision insurance?

There are sites that sell designer frames with Essilor lens/crizal ar, etc. Zenni is just one site, not representative of all online. I would suggest trying on frames that you know fit you in store then looking for them online. I wouldn't blind buy frames online without knowing how they felt first.

I just saw an ad for glassesshop.com and they do the first pair free. I'm ordering some today. Even with adding tint and a case, my total is only $35. I'm nervous about the accuracy of my prescription (really different from past prescription) so this seems like a safe option.

You might want an optician. Whats your prescription like? Do you need therapeutic tints? Is there prism? Did the doctor perscribe a multifocal or an anti-fatigue lens?

I know in store has a reputation, but find an optical where the opticians are not paid on comission and ask them to talk through your options with you. Bonus you can try on as many pair as you like without having to mail them back. Added bonus of an optician, they can work with your insurance and get you glasses for less than you think.

I've bought from Zenni, iLookGlasses, Firmoo, Goggles4U, and SmartBuyGlasses. Zenni is the most reliable and best value.

You could also check out GlassesUSA.

I’ve tried a few online options. Zenni's one of my go-tos and works fine, but I recently ordered for my mom through Eyemart Express and was impressed. They ship fast, and they have both online and in-store options if you decide trying on frames in person. Definitely worth checking out both when you’re comparing options.

Buy your first pair in person. Having professional fit/adjustments helps you adapt. Wearing prescription glasses is a lot like breaking in a new pair of shoes. You’ll experience a range of sensations but once over the hump, they should become natural. After you know what works for you, try online. If budget is tight, Costco and Warby Parker offer in person service at great value.

When you get your prescription make sure to get your prescription written out and pupillary distance measurement.

I'd recommend trying on frames in stores and for the ones you like take pictures of you wearing them and the product info. Look up the product info on their website for frame measurements so you know what fits you best.

I personally love EyeBuyDirect. Sign up for email alerts and watch the sales. Last year the best sale I saw when I chose to buy was President's day with 50% off lenses + 30% off frames. It should be standard, but make sure to get anti-scratch and anti-reflective coatings

FIRMOO always. Never had an issue, order from them all the time. You can always get the glasses checked after the fact, and also refunds are very easy to obtain if they don't suit.

I've used Zenni and Vooglam and had good experiences with both

I use Clearly and I’m not far off from you in blindness.

Does Aoolia deliver to NZ? If yes, check them out.

My partner's prescription is worse than yours (-9.25 and -8.5, progressive lenses)

We've used Zenni for my entire family's glasses for years, and love it.

The last pair my partner bought was quoted around NZD 900 locally (very strong prescription + progressive). Zenni charged USD 140 (USD 225), including photoreactivity and lens thinning.

Highly recommend.

Zenni or Eye Buy Direct.

Eyebuydirect will be a good one. I will avoid ZenniOptical because their glasses will often come with scratches on the lenses even after multiple remake attempts.

Warby Parker are good too.

I use www.rx-safety.com

I think Aliexpress is the way to go. I have bought from them. The products are good value for money and customer service.www.aliexpress.com/store/1104083962

Optical superstore. Free frames with your health insurance

My latest pair were from Specsavers. I went cheap, and spent $39 on the frames.

The lenses ended up being about $110; but I've got shocking eyesight and get the lenses ground, which means they automatically get the anti glare film put over them.

They're fine. I accidentally leaned on them and had to very carefully bend the arms back to their spot, and was surprised they didn't snap.

Optical Superstore are great. There's one at Hollywood Plaza.

Depending on your vision, I have terrible eyesights, I got my glasses lens replaced at cotsco , 180, I use my old frame.  Opsm quoted me 480 for new lens. 

Optical superstore. Have a range of super cheap frames (sometimes free frames if you are low income) & you only pay for the lenses

Zenni Optical is great. Around $15 or so for frames, lenses, and shipping.

Can somebody tell me how to measure your face for the proper glasses size? S M L?

I've bought from EyeBuyDirect. The glasses were under $30 which was impressive, but the quality of the frame and anti glare is not that great. The frame lasted 6 months, but they are sending me a new pair (just had to pay shipping). For the price I really can't complain, just might have been better to pay more and get something that is going to last longer.

Echoing Zenni or EyeBuyDirect. Plastic frames from Zenni are OK and last me about 1-2yr before breaking. EyeBuyDirect has slightly better quality, on sale it may be worth the extra bucks.

Coastal has the nicest glasses I’ve noticed. And if you register a new email address you can nearly always get a 50% coupon and they always get delivered faster than the estimate

Specscart are a really good online option based in Manchester.

I used Glasses Direct the last couple of times. The process takes much longer than you think, due to them sending you frames to try and then returning them, and the quality is probably less, certainly much lower than glasses I had from Boots and independents in the past, but fine for spares or when you're on a budget. Can't compare to Specsavers or Vision Express as haven't bought from them. Check MSE as they sometimes have special offers.

RXSport 👍🏻

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SelectSpecs or Glasses Direct

I recently bought two pairs from Zenni. They are pretty decent and the prices are great. They don't take insurance but they have glasses as low as $7. I got a $7 pair and it's great. You'll need to know your pupillary distance and I measured mine using the instructions they have on their website, and it works.

I've been happy with Firmoo. They are extremely cheap. I hate to recommend them, though because I used to blog and they offered me ONE SINGLE DOLLAR to do a blog post for them. I was getting over $200 for some of my posts. But the price of their glasses can't be beat.

My aunt had a good experience at Zenni online

Warby Parker is pretty good as well, but not nearly as cheap as Zenni. They stand by their products, I had a pair break and they sent me a new pair for free, I just had to send the broken ones back.

Eyebuydirect!! Their cheapest frames are $6, and there's probably a sign up bonus. If your prescription is not crazy, lenses are even free. You have to dig a tiny bit to find the free lenses. They advertise them, but by default select the lowest paid tier of lenses.

They are always running sales (sometimes including lenses), but they don't combine with other offers. So if you need them asap, find a pair of frames that's on sale already! You do always pay shipping, though. They're great!

I've had my last couple of pairs from rxsport.co.uk who have been very good

Managed to find it https://www.v2osports.com/

Really like the look of this site, will probably try them.

i got mine from spex4less