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July 17, 2018

SmartBuyGlasses vs. Classic Specs

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Benefits

SmartBuyGlasses offer fashionable frames for men, women and kids. They have an extensive range of designer brands in their portfolio, as well as their more affordable, own-label collection. They also ship for free internationally, no matter where you’re located in the world, and have a 100-day return policy.

Classic Specs produce stylish frames for men and women, starting at $49. As well as their standard collections, they collaborate with artists to create one-of-a-kind limited editions. They have two physical retail locations in the US, in addition to their online store, and offer a “Home Try On” service.

Drawbacks

SmartBuyGlasses is a one-stop online shop for eyewear, as well as a hub of resources for glasses and contact lens wearers; however, their wealth of information and product choice can feel a little overwhelming at times.

The company does ship internationally, but it’s going to cost you $30. Also, the returns policy is not straightforward. If you make a purchase and decide it’s not right, you’re encouraged to visit your optometrist and Classic Specs will cover the cost of fixing the issues.

Our Verdict

By offering top designer frames at higher price points in addition to stylish own-label frames at more affordable prices, there truly is something for every taste and budget at SmartBuyGlasses. The wide range of choice is phenomenal, and the fact that they provide a number of useful resources for glasses and contact lens wearers (including a virtual try-on feature) is an added bonus. The sheer amount of styles can feel overwhelming at times, but the site makes shopping with the company as easy and straightforward as possible by offering different filter and sorting options.

Classic Specs feature fashion-forward glasses with different lens options. Their online collections might be focused, but they’re affordable and distinguishable. The artist collaborations are also super individualistic. The company have some great resources on their site, in addition to their “Home Try On” service, which helps you to find the perfect frames for you. However, the company loses kudos for its complex returns policy and steep international shipping costs.

Frame Selection

✔ Adult Frames
✔ Kids Frames
✔ Half-Rim Frames
✔ Rimless Frames
✔ Sunglasses
✔ Adult Frames
✔ Kids Frames
✔ Half-Rim Frames
✔ Rimless Frames
✔ Sunglasses

Frame Styles

100+ Brands
✔ Retro/Vintage
✔ Classic
✔ Sporty
✔ Aviator
1 Brand
✔ Retro/Vintage
✔ Classic
✔ Sporty
✔ Aviator

Lens Options

✔ Reading Glasses
✔ Bifocals
✔ Trifocals
✔ High Index
✔ Lens Tints
✔ Special Coatings
✔ Reading Glasses
✔ Bifocals
✔ Trifocals
✔ High Index
✔ Lens Tints
✔ Special Coatings

Perks

✔ Free Shipping
✔ Virtual Try-On
✔ Home Try-On
✔ Free Shipping
✔ Virtual Try-On
✔ Home Try-On