Buying glasses online can be tricky. I went through a lot of bad pairs before finding something I truly loved. This is my story of going from cheap, flimsy glasses to a premium pair that are actually worth the money.
My first experience trying to buy prescription glasses online was all about finding the lowest price. I thought, "Glasses are glasses, right?" Wrong! I learned the hard way that cheap doesn't always mean good.
My first purchase was super cheap. It lasted maybe a few weeks before the frame bent and the lenses scratched. I even sat on it once. Completely shattered! The vision correction wasn't great either. It felt like I was looking through a fishbowl.
I found a review of a similar brand that said, "The lenses popped out after a week. Not worth the dollar store price." That pretty much sums up my experience.
Here’s what I learned about buying cheap glasses online:
Verdict: Avoid super cheap glasses. They are not worth the money in the long run. Look for better materials and warranties.
After my cheap glasses disaster, I decided to spend a little more. I upgraded to something mid-range. It was... okay. Better than the first pair, for sure, but still not great.
The frames felt sturdier, and the lenses seemed a little more scratch-resistant. However, the fit wasn't perfect. They kept sliding down my nose, and I had to constantly adjust them. Plus, the style was just… boring.
I read a review that said, "They're decent for the price, but nothing special." That was my experience exactly. They were functional, but I didn't love them.
Here are some things I noticed about mid-range glasses: