A Frame For Every Game
Founded in 2017, Specscart has three retail stores at Walkden, Bury, and Urmston, and also a user-friendly e-commerce website where you can buy glasses online. Their collection of glasses, sunglasses and sports glasses is fine-tuned with the latest styles. The quality is top-notch and the prices pocket-friendly. At Specscart, you can be assured of no hidden costs as all single vision lenses are free. With all lenses, you are also provided free necessary protective coatings, including anti-glare, anti-UV, and scratch-resistant. Further, you can also customise your frames with various other types of lenses such as blue light, varifocals, sunglasses tints, and transitions.
Specscart’s free 24 hour dispatch service ensures that most of the orders placed at Specscart - including single vision lenses - are dispatched within 24 hours. They also offer free comprehensive eye test at all their stores. These eye tests are performed by experienced optometrists and by using the latest high-tech machines. It’s recommended that you get your eyes tested once every year. So if you haven’t had an eye test in the last year, go ahead and book your appointment for a free eye test at Specscart, and visit any of their stores for a comprehensive eye test.
When buying glasses online from Specscart, you can try their free home trial service to check how the glasses look on you and whether they fit you well or not. The home trial kit consists of any 4 frames of your choice, 3 different types of test lenses, and a laser light. You have a comfortable 7 days to try them out for free. If you’re still not satisfied with your glasses, Specscart also offers a no question asked 30 days free return.
Served areas
- UK
Business details
- Year established: 2017
- Employees: 50
Highlights and features
- Same Day Dispatch, Free Shipping, Next Day Delivery, Try at Home
Associations and certifications
- NHS
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- Cash
- Credit cards
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What are Varifocals | How Do Varifocal Lenses Work & Which One Should You Buy | Specscart
What are varifocal glasses?
Varifocal glasses help to provide continuous vision in all directions. Varifocals help the person to correct distant, intermediate and distant vision. For the majority of the people, varifocal lenses are the most convenient way to resolve the problem of needing different corrections.
Reviews (56)
John Williams
Dec 10, 2024
My complaint is with the after sales service It is none existent !
I purchased two pairs of glasses Oct 2024 and within less than 14 months both pairs of glasses developed the same fault. Namely the left hand side metal lens holder came away from the main frame. Clearly a manufacturing defect .
The response from Specscart was that they were out of their one year warranty.
They do not repair glasses nor could they provide replacement frames as they are sold
out.
They suggested I have them soldered myself .They offered a 10% discount on replacement purchase.
No thanks !
I purchased two pairs of glasses Oct 2024 and within less than 14 months both pairs of glasses developed the same fault. Namely the left hand side metal lens holder came away from the main frame. Clearly a manufacturing defect .
The response from Specscart was that they were out of their one year warranty.
They do not repair glasses nor could they provide replacement frames as they are sold
out.
They suggested I have them soldered myself .They offered a 10% discount on replacement purchase.
No thanks !
Calum Yuill
Sep 25, 2024
Emma Turton
Sep 24, 2024
Kat Whitehead
May 16, 2024
Lindsay Harris
Apr 13, 2023
I recently paid a lot of money for some frames that I fell in love with but was quoted a crazy amount for standard distance lenses (310) I decided to risk buying them and getting lenses elsewhere. I know not everywhere does that but I called in Specscart Bury and was greeted by the super friendly and helpful Lee who assured me that it was no bother at all. Amazingly they were ready in half an hour and even though I paid extra for the thinner lenses it was still an awful lot
Jay'S.
Mar 30, 2023
HappyChica
Mar 27, 2023
What a relief to write a good review! Having being treated to my first night out for three years, I quickly realised I didn't have glasses to see anything. I ordered glasses from here, with a heavy dose of doubt that they would arrive in time, but as advertised they were sent the next day, and arrived the day after. Exactly when needed. The lenses are a bit boggly, but I've been told there's no issue sending for adjustment and I actually wonder if it's because I've been without for so long. So wearing most days, and have to say, it's great to see! Would definitely recommend to anyone, especially if you suddenly need a pair!
Dirtybird
Mar 27, 2023
Lee
Mar 25, 2023
Laura Derbyshire
Mar 22, 2023
Matt
Mar 11, 2023
Excellent company! Found them by chance while searching for new glasses online. Friendly staff when I called to query something and speedy delivery placed order Friday morning and glasses were with me the next morning. Would highly recommend. Oh and the glasses are amazing. Very pleased with my purchase.
Lisa
Mar 11, 2023
Lb
Mar 10, 2023
Pleased with the glasses. I had to wait for 10 days, which was longer than the first time using the company. The free trial is really useful, I will use for my next glasses. My only criticism, is the plastic cases sent with the glasses, which are poor quality and don't last, maybe use a more sustainable material to make them. I suspect most of these cases end up in landfill
Jamie-Lee Love
Mar 09, 2023
Really lovely glasses, came in under 48 hours, which is so fast considering your more known highstreet opticians are around ten days to 2 weeks, which isn't ideal if you loose or break your specks. Prescription is spot in and the frames are lovely. All for a very very reasonable price with lovely packaging and some handy extras. Will use again 100/%
A. Recent Customer
Mar 08, 2023
Signe Rudovica
Mar 07, 2023
I picked the frames that I liked, the process was simple and easy, easy to input your prescription details. Had a follow up from the team with help to select the best fitted lenses for my need. I received my glasses really quickly, benefit of them being made/assembled in the UK. I'm very happy with the glasses and the service, would highly recommend!
Nicole Langford
Mar 07, 2023
I decided to try specsart as they had the offer of free eye tests, I got my appointment, was reminded by phone and text of my appointment which, if you're like me, you forget! The day of my appointment comes, everyone was super welcoming and kind, the optometrist (I'm so sorry I can't remember his name) was really nice, the appointment was in depth and helpful and they were super kind and actually sat and explained what my prescription changes were and what they meant and I genuinely really appreciated the information and support.
When I came out with a new prescription I was given the option for help looking or for looking round myself, I chose to look round myself but didn't find anything I liked myself, Debbie came over and started helping me and she's genuinely the nicest person ever, she is so kind and she helped me even though I couldn't decide through like 16 pairs, I settled on two pairs and ordered them with Debbie.
They were ready THE NEXT DAY! I couldn't believe it, I got stuck in traffic on the way to pick them up and arrived at 17:33, the doors were locked and I was gutted, Debbie came and let me in and got me my glasses, she sat with me, let me try on my glasses, didn't rush me at all, told me how lovely I looked in my glasses and I left with a smile on my face. Debbie is a credit to your store and I will absolutely recommend specsart to everyone I know.
When I came out with a new prescription I was given the option for help looking or for looking round myself, I chose to look round myself but didn't find anything I liked myself, Debbie came over and started helping me and she's genuinely the nicest person ever, she is so kind and she helped me even though I couldn't decide through like 16 pairs, I settled on two pairs and ordered them with Debbie.
They were ready THE NEXT DAY! I couldn't believe it, I got stuck in traffic on the way to pick them up and arrived at 17:33, the doors were locked and I was gutted, Debbie came and let me in and got me my glasses, she sat with me, let me try on my glasses, didn't rush me at all, told me how lovely I looked in my glasses and I left with a smile on my face. Debbie is a credit to your store and I will absolutely recommend specsart to everyone I know.
Susan Kennerley
Mar 06, 2023
Michelle Morris
Mar 06, 2023
John K.
Mar 03, 2023
Fantastic service from beginning to end. We booked a last minute holiday and I was in desperate need for some prescription sunglasses. I landed on the Specscart website and had them ordered within a couple of minutes. The customer service team came back to confirm some measurements (pupil distance) to ensure the specs were optimally aligned. This was as simple as me sending back a selfie with a ruler held along my forehead.
I received the sunglasses within 48 hours, and II'm incredibly impressed with the end product. They're a perfect fit, professionally packaged, and came with some complimentary lens cleaning fluid. I'll definitely be a returning customer, and wish them every success for the future. They certainly deserve it.
I received the sunglasses within 48 hours, and II'm incredibly impressed with the end product. They're a perfect fit, professionally packaged, and came with some complimentary lens cleaning fluid. I'll definitely be a returning customer, and wish them every success for the future. They certainly deserve it.
Chris Mallon
Mar 03, 2023
Julia Slade
Feb 20, 2023
I bought glasses from them online last year and it was a breeze. but then I sat on my glasses and wrecked them. No worries though, I contacted Specscart to see if they could put my existing lenses into new frames and they absolutely could. I sent in my broken glasses and had an email confirmation on the Saturday to say they had been received. I had another email on Sunday to say they were on their way back and I got them on Monday. Great service and super efficient - Thanks!
Leo Mitchell
Feb 19, 2023
First time using the company to order a spare set of glasses. Such a fantastic company and website the glasses came in a matter of 2 days from ordering. Uploaded a prescription in minutes it was very easy to order what you needed for them to come in a box and cleaner fantastic quality a pleasure to do business with would highly recommend to anyone who needs to order glasses for a quick delivery.
Rob
Feb 19, 2023
Took a punt with ordering glasses online. The website was easy to navigate. The choice of glasses was excellent and I found the perfect pair. Glasses arrived in a couple of days. The prescription sports glasses were a perfect fit and styling to match. Would highly recommend and will definitely buy again from this company.
Julian
Feb 14, 2023
I had to replace some glasses that got broken and eventually found another design that I liked. I placed the order on Saturday evening and I had the new pair in my hands by 6pm on Monday. I can't imagine how they produced them so fast over a weekend but I'm very grateful for the amazing prompt service!
Kylie
Feb 13, 2023
I visited the Walkden branch. Staff were amazing. Spent ages with me helping to choose the right frames and even called ahead to the lab to make sure they could accommodate my lense strength in the frames I chose. Bonus was the delivery time. Was told due to strength may need to wait 7-10 days, they arrived in 4! Loved the choice of glasses available to suit my need and the staff had no issues with me trying on as many as it needed to make a choice as many times as I liked. Thank you for making this experience easy and satisfying.
Helen Dearlove
Feb 11, 2023
Stuart Parkinson
Feb 07, 2023
We had a sudden need for some prescription sunglasses here. Local optician (one of the big chains) said 10 day minimum turnaround. Called Specscart (Sunday lunchtime), order placed by 2pm, delivered in less than 48 hours with great communication re progress through to delivery along the way. Frames and lenses are perfectly fine, all done at a very reasonable price. I would say 10/10 in normal circumstance, but in this case I'm gonna say 20/20 instead. Many thanks and well done!
Hayley Temple
Jan 31, 2023
Michelle Turner
Jan 31, 2023
Free eye test Fantastic array of glasses High quality frames at a lower cost Free Anti glare I had an excellent experience from start to finish and i was astonished how cheap it was compared to SpecSavers! The two frames i chose with the help of Paul who really does know his stuff (and when your offered the help snatch his hand off because i guarantee he knows which frames will suit your face the best) I was pleasantly surprised when he suggested the Cat eye frame i was a little unsure until i tried them on but they really did suit me! (((Haha i would of saved heaps of time if i had accepted his help when he first offered))) so don't make my mistake It took less than two days for both pairs of glasses to arrive back in store for collection which was extremely quick.
Within the box along with my glasses was a little screw key ring gadget which will be handy to have if i ever need tighten up my frames but i was also surprised to get a liquid lenses cleaner which came completely free with my purchases to. The glasses case looks and feels sleek. However, the glass cleaning cloth is so much bigger than the ones you usually get and the material feels better.
What i did notice When i tried my glasses on is that the lenses seem to be of a higher quality than my original ones. Overall i can honestly say i'm over the moon with my purchases and I certainly wont be going anywhere else in the future. Thank you for the wonderful experience and my quality glasses, i cant wait to visit in the near future to purchase some sun glasses.
Within the box along with my glasses was a little screw key ring gadget which will be handy to have if i ever need tighten up my frames but i was also surprised to get a liquid lenses cleaner which came completely free with my purchases to. The glasses case looks and feels sleek. However, the glass cleaning cloth is so much bigger than the ones you usually get and the material feels better.
What i did notice When i tried my glasses on is that the lenses seem to be of a higher quality than my original ones. Overall i can honestly say i'm over the moon with my purchases and I certainly wont be going anywhere else in the future. Thank you for the wonderful experience and my quality glasses, i cant wait to visit in the near future to purchase some sun glasses.
Alison Campbell
Jan 24, 2023
Absolutely great service. Got a frame reglazed with high prescription varifocals. They requested a photo of my face with a measuring tape to get the lenses right- more than any other online retailer does- and the glasses are perfect. No need to adjust them, but they provided a tiny screwdriver and instructions on how to adjust them. Quick, great service. Wouldn't hesitate to use them again.
Surojit Majumder
Jan 03, 2023
Now that's we call an experience turnaround! My initial review. "Bad experience. Ordered the glass due to an emergency - took it 7 days to get it; albeit they sai on the internet 1-2 days to dispatch. Mine was a simple single lense - no verifocal, no tinted; just a simple single lense. Then what I got was not what I ordered - i.e a wrong product! So, had now have to return.
Should have gone to vision express or specsavers." Then the guys from Specscart called me - most importantly recognised it was an error from their side. Then offered a refund in full or another replacement etc. The key here is that there are people in this organisation who cares. Surely things can go wrong - but to recognise it, find a solution and ensuring the customers voices are heard (not with fake worda like "we will pass on your feedback to out mgmt" but with demonstrateble actions) is a sign of a truly customer focussed business. And for a small firm like this if they can do it - I am sure others can! Really well done Specscart! You have got a fan for life!
Should have gone to vision express or specsavers." Then the guys from Specscart called me - most importantly recognised it was an error from their side. Then offered a refund in full or another replacement etc. The key here is that there are people in this organisation who cares. Surely things can go wrong - but to recognise it, find a solution and ensuring the customers voices are heard (not with fake worda like "we will pass on your feedback to out mgmt" but with demonstrateble actions) is a sign of a truly customer focussed business. And for a small firm like this if they can do it - I am sure others can! Really well done Specscart! You have got a fan for life!
Dawn Devine
Dec 24, 2022
Fantastic service, only ordered glasses on Monday and arrived on Thursday.granted they're only reading glasses without any special lenses etc but still 3 days! then when I did pick them up they come with a little screwdriver key ring and cleaning fluid for your glasses, obviously as well as a case! I will definitely be recommending and using again. All the staff are so welcoming and accommodating. Well Done to all involved in a brilliant experience and service
Craig Mullineux
Dec 21, 2022
Gee S.
Dec 10, 2022
Mike
Dec 05, 2022
So the story goes my son came home from work late at night and left his glasses on the stairs the next morning i went downstairs and heard a crunch and i broke his glasses, I was able to do a temporary repair but needed to get him an pair asap went on a well advertised site and found it to be a bit complicated to enter the prescription and hidden costs involved and that the glasses take up to 7 days to arrive.
I came across the Specscart site and found it was much easier to navigate with clear pricing and being able to up load his prescription made it much more straight forward. I ordered the glasses and they turned up the very next morning, the packaging was excellent and I did not expect to recieve extras such as lens cleaning fluid, a sturdy case and tool to adjust them. The glasses that turned up were very well made and the prescription was perfect and my son loves them. A big Thank you to Specscart
I came across the Specscart site and found it was much easier to navigate with clear pricing and being able to up load his prescription made it much more straight forward. I ordered the glasses and they turned up the very next morning, the packaging was excellent and I did not expect to recieve extras such as lens cleaning fluid, a sturdy case and tool to adjust them. The glasses that turned up were very well made and the prescription was perfect and my son loves them. A big Thank you to Specscart
Suzanne Charlesworth
Dec 04, 2022
I was recommended Specscart by a friend & it didn't disappoint. Very easy to make an appointment online and I got reminders. My eye test appointment was on time and done efficiently. I decided to change my reading glasses and they are very good value. They were ready in less than a week - a great experience!
Timothy Jones
Nov 20, 2022
M. P.
Oct 04, 2022
Suzanne Bithell
Oct 03, 2022
Ordered prescription sunglasses on Friday online and received confirmation pretty quickly that they were being made. "Yeah, right" I thought but carried on with my day. It's 11:30 am on the following Saturday and I'm sat with my new glasses on and I love them. Excellent choice, excellent service and well priced - I couldn't recommend Specscart any higher. I'm chuffed to bits.
Ewa Allen
Jun 22, 2022
Suzannah Smith
May 29, 2022
The glasses are beautiful, I have two pairs of my normal glasses decently priced and stylish. I've just come to collect my sunglasses and again beautiful and stylish woyj very reasonable prices for the competition that is out there. Staff are always helpful and go above and beyond both inside the shop and outside, with regular updates on the glasses.
Whenever I have had to have adjustments over the years where the frames naturally spring back to their natural measurements staff have always been super helpful and re shaped them there and then for me. Thank you as always for your help, friendliness and professionalism with great glasses. I'd always recommend people to check out the products you have as customer services are brilliant, prices are fab anf products stylish.
Whenever I have had to have adjustments over the years where the frames naturally spring back to their natural measurements staff have always been super helpful and re shaped them there and then for me. Thank you as always for your help, friendliness and professionalism with great glasses. I'd always recommend people to check out the products you have as customer services are brilliant, prices are fab anf products stylish.
Jo White
Sep 18, 2020
This is the first time I've had glasses reglazed. I had an old pair of glasses with a lovely frame but a dated prescription. Other firms (like the well-known high street chain I usually use) were sceptical they could be reglazed successfully. Specscart were so helpful when I phoned up for advice before posting them off. My "new" glasses arrived back after about 5 days. They're great and I'm really pleased with the result. Thank you.
Bradley Jeffrey
Sep 14, 2020
Bought my first pair of glasses from specscart last year and loved the whole experience- 9 months later and I snapped the arm and bent the frame of them, took them straight in and they said they couldn't repair them as they had stopped doing that frame but could get me in the next day for an eye test and try and turn a new pair of glasses round in a day. Went the following day for my eye test and picked 2 pairs of new glasses.
I was told they would get these up to the lab and turned around within 30 minutes to an hour. The staff are friendly and helpful and their customer service is always exceptional- cannot thank them enough
I was told they would get these up to the lab and turned around within 30 minutes to an hour. The staff are friendly and helpful and their customer service is always exceptional- cannot thank them enough
Derek Heath
Sep 13, 2020
Helen Jardine
Sep 07, 2020
Max Brown
Aug 21, 2020
Absolutely fantastic service can't fault! Submitted my glasses for a re-glaze on Tuesday, by Wednesday evening they'd been dispatched. I can't believe how fast they turned this around seeing as how Covid is currently affecting logistics. My glasses came well packaged, in perfect condition. The lenses are immaculate, and I was also provided a free bottle of lens cleaning fluid, a key ring screwdriver and micro fibre cloth which was a nice little touch, and I really appreciate.
I will definitely be using Specscart for all my future re-glazings as their service is faultless. I will also be sure to recommend to my family also. Thanks Specscart for a stellar job! - Max
I will definitely be using Specscart for all my future re-glazings as their service is faultless. I will also be sure to recommend to my family also. Thanks Specscart for a stellar job! - Max
Leiane Wagstaff
Jul 16, 2020
Oliver Collins
Jul 14, 2020
Jo Hb
Jul 03, 2020
I had a great experience using Specscart - having lost my only pair of glasses I was in fear that I would be unable to see for weeks and on top of this about to move house. Despite having a niche prescription the team were able to turn my order around within in the week. Brilliant service and I will be returning in the near future for a second pair
Jacqueline Caldwell
Jun 20, 2020
Mirela Omeravic
Apr 09, 2020
Sorrell Anya Scarlett Vine
Mar 20, 2020
Can not fault this service. 5* customer service! Helpful staff when I sent the wrong prescription. Glasses ordered and received in less than 24 hours! Very happy with them! Trial boxes arrived within 2 days. was nice to try them on around the house to be sure of my choice. easy and free to return the trials.
Hannah Read
Feb 15, 2020
Keith Tucker
Feb 11, 2020
Matt Mason
Jan 17, 2020
Fantastic company & customer service. I was left without glasses 3 days before an advance driving course due to another company sending the wrong frame and delaying the replacement pair. I stumbled upon Specscart in a panic and ordered a pair that were exactly what i was looking for. Being able to see that the glasses were still being made the next day, i was still worried and messaged them which they replied within the hour.
I didn't see this message, so called them where they already knew who i was and what my order was without much detail being passed to them again. They explained that standard delivery could get them to me the next which is the same as the upgraded postage, but due to my requirment, i opted to pay more for garenteed 1pm delivery next day. In my situation, well worth it!
Staff were amazingly helpful and i have no doubt the glasses will be perfect after reading all the other reviews. Standard time for opticions seems to be 3 weeks and double the price! Well done Specscart, i've already recommended you to family and will be back!
I didn't see this message, so called them where they already knew who i was and what my order was without much detail being passed to them again. They explained that standard delivery could get them to me the next which is the same as the upgraded postage, but due to my requirment, i opted to pay more for garenteed 1pm delivery next day. In my situation, well worth it!
Staff were amazingly helpful and i have no doubt the glasses will be perfect after reading all the other reviews. Standard time for opticions seems to be 3 weeks and double the price! Well done Specscart, i've already recommended you to family and will be back!