The Best Places to Buy Glasses Online of 2026

EyeBuyDirect does it all. It has everything we liked about the other online retailers we tested, but with far more styles at lower-than-average prices. You can shop name brands like Ray-Ban and Oakley, as well as EyeBuyDirect's own affordable frames. It also offers an in-house sustainable 5 to See collection, with each frame made from recycled plastic sourced from five plastic bottles to help keep plastic out of oceans and landfills.

Sizing is one of EyeBuyDirect's biggest strengths. Instead of guessing from photos, you get exact measurements for every frame, and many styles come in several sizes, including extra-large. Few of the other retailers we tested offered as much size variety. Just check the measurements before you order. One of our testers found a pair ran smaller than it looked online.

Ordering is also easy. Entering your prescription is a breeze, and EyeBuyDirect emails you to confirm the details before your glasses are made. Our glasses arrived faster than those from any other retailer we tested. If something isn't right, you have 14 days to return your frames for free.

The deciding factor that put EyeBuyDirect at the top of our list is how often it runs sales. Discounts on frames pop up all the time, so it's a great place to try a new style or buy more than one pair.

Read our full EyeBuyDirect review, originally from our 2021 testing.

If you're willing to spend more for top-notch quality and service, Warby Parker is the store for you. Its glasses had the best build quality of any brand we tested, matched the product photos most closely, and held up best after daily wear. EyeBuyDirect is still our favorite for value, but Warby Parker is our recommendation if quality is your top priority.

Prescription glasses start at $95 and include impact-resistant polycarbonate lenses, a scratch-resistant coating, and free replacement if your lenses get scratched. Shipping is free, and you have 30 days to return or exchange your frames if they don't meet your standards.

Warby Parker used to offer an at-home try-on program but replaced it with digital tools that make it easier to choose frames online. You can use virtual try-on on your phone or computer, take its style quiz, or talk to an AI-powered advisor that scans your face and recommends frames based on your measurements and style preferences. If you'd rather shop in person, Warby Parker has more than 300 stores where you can try on frames, get adjustments, and book an eye exam.

To make the price tag easier to manage, you can pay with insurance, FSA funds, or HSA funds, or split the cost into installments with Affirm or Klarna.

Read our full Warby Parker review.

If you want the widest selection of frames in one place, it's worth checking out GlassesUSA. It pairs budget-friendly frames, starting around $20 with basic lenses included, with designer brands like Ray-Ban, Prada, Gucci, Versace, and Tory Burch, so you can compare a bargain pair and a pricier one without switching sites. Many designer frames include lenses in the price.

The frames we tested were more durable than we expected, outlasting some pairs we'd bought from an eye doctor. The site is also one of the easiest to navigate for first-time online glasses shoppers. Its how-to guides and videos walk you through ordering and finding your frame size, and its Virtual Mirror lets you try on frames using your webcam or a photo from your camera roll, which is especially helpful if you're interested in a new shape. GlassesUSA regularly offers sales and discounts, including buy-one-get-one deals—and on top of that, standard shipping is free.

Our only reservations: The product descriptions can be vague about frame materials, which matters if you have a metal allergy, and you can't try on frames in person. Returns are free within 14 days, though, so you won't be stuck with a pair that doesn't work for you.

Read our full GlassesUSA review.

If you want the most frame choices, check out FramesDirect. It has one of the largest eyewear catalogs online, with more than 100,000 products from about 300 brands, according to the company. You'll find almost every major name, including Ray-Ban, Oakley, Prada, Gucci, and Michael Kors, with prescription and nonprescription eyeglasses, sunglasses, sports goggles, kids' frames, and contacts.

The customization options are vast, too. Many styles come in multiple colors and sizes, and lens options cover nearly any prescription, from single-vision and progressives to high-index lenses for stronger prescriptions. With so much to browse, the site's filters and free Virtual Mirror help you narrow things down, and certified opticians are available by phone if you need help choosing lenses. There are frequent sales on frames and lenses, with prescription lenses starting at $23.99. Many orders include free standard shipping; you can return items within 30 days, and FramesDirect offers a 12-month warranty.

The trade-off? Most of the catalog is designer and name-brand eyewear, so look elsewhere if you want low prices. Lens upgrades can add up quickly, so your total might end up on the pricier side.

If you're shopping on a tight budget, Zenni is hard to beat. Prescription frames start at just $6.95, including basic single-vision lenses, making it one of the most affordable ways to get a new pair or a backup pair. Its catalog offers both trendy and classic eyeglasses, prescription and polarized sunglasses, blue-light lenses, active eyewear, and protective goggles. Zenni is also one of the best options we found for kids and teens, with on-trend teen styles and durable frames built for active kids and toddlers.

We've tested Zenni twice before, and both testers were impressed. One tester's round frames gave her vision that was as clear as her contacts and stayed comfortable through long days of wear. Another tester's clear frames went straight into her daily rotation, and their blue-light coating had no visible tint. Checkout is simple; the Frame Finder helps you narrow its large selection based on your preferences, and our glasses arrived quickly. Zenni also often runs promotions, so it's worth checking for a deal before placing your order.

There are a few trade-offs that come with the lower price. Some frames slip slightly during the day and pick up smudges near the nose, and one tester found that the lenses weren't as sharp as those from pairs with the same prescription from other retailers. Zenni also charges for shipping and doesn't accept vision insurance, though you can use FSA or HSA funds. Its return policy is stricter than some of the others we've looked at: If you return within 30 days, you can get full store credit or a 50% refund.

Read our full Zenni reviews from 2021 and 2024.

If you love your frames but need to change your prescription or get scratch-resistant lenses, LensDirect is the best way to replace just the lenses. It works with most frame brands, including designer frames, and you handle the entire process by mail. LensDirect sends you a prepaid shipping label, custom-cuts new lenses to fit your frames, and returns them.

Single-vision lens replacements start at $79, and progressive replacements start at $159. Anti-glare, scratch-resistant, and UV coatings are included, and shipping both ways is free—plus, if you're unhappy with your new lenses, LensDirect will remake them for free within 30 days.

One downside is that you'll be without your glasses for about two weeks, plus shipping time, so keep a backup pair handy or make sure you've stocked up on contact lenses. Some frames aren't eligible for replacement, including heavily damaged frames, metal frames without screws, and some rimless styles. LensDirect also warns that older frames may break during the replacement process.