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Considering 2,313 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the extremely professional and welcoming staff who take the time to explain eye tests clearly and provide wonderful assistance when choosing new frames. People consistently enjoy a wonderfully smooth, relaxing visit, deeply appreciating the thorough medical examinations and attentive guidance offered throughout the entire appointment. However, some customers also noted frustrating issues with delayed product delivery, excessively long waiting times, or unfortunate mistakes regarding glasses prescriptions. A few people experienced poor communication, rude staff interactions, and unhelpful customer service when attempting to resolve all of these unexpected problems.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The initial checks were done in an ok manner, although I felt that they have been done more professionally in the past. The lady then said "I'll just check your glasses prescription whilst you go to t... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Visited High Street Skipton North Yorkshire on the 20th October 2026. Very welcoming and friendly atmosphere. The staff were all very helpful, pleasant and very professional. The optician herself ex... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Popped into London Road , Bognor Boots, just to ask advice on how I could repair both pairs of my glasses. I had run out of the Boots insurance policy. I'd like to give a big thank you, to Jodie, who... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Went to Boots opticians in Lincoln with a problem with my spectacles frane. Seen by Doug who listened and actioned. Ended up going back several times and he got me new frame. So pleased with his profe... See more

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Company details

  1. Optician
  2. also in
  3. Contact Lenses Supplier
  4. Eye Care Center
  5. Glasses Store
  6. Sunglasses Store

About Boots Opticians

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Whether you need an eye test or want to pick up some new glasses or contact lenses, Boots Opticians is the place to go.

With 540 branches across the UK, you're sure to find one close to you. We pride ourselves on our premium level of service and clinical care standards, so when you visit Boots Opticians, you'll know that you're in safe hands.

Discover our range of affordable glasses from our own brand range to your favourite designer brands.

We also stock a wide range of contact lenses, including daily contact lenses, monthly contact lenses, bifocal contact lenses and varifocal contact lenses.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding service

Outstanding service
Fitted my daughter last minute and then she required glasses which were ordered and delivered within 4 days.
Tracy at the Neath store was exceptionally helpful and great with my daughter
Thank you boots neath

November 2, 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Tracy at our Neath store was so helpful and made your daughter feel comfortable during her visit. It’s great to know that her glasses arrived so quickly too. We’ll be sure to share your kind comments with Tracy and the wider team.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service …

Great customer service from the staff at Covent Garden especially Nathan who was exceptionally helpful in repairing my glasses as they broke juat before I was due to see a show 10/10 for customer service, helpful amd friendly

November 2, 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Nathan at our Covent Garden store was able to help repair your glasses just in time for your show. It’s wonderful to know he provided such friendly and helpful service. We’ll be sure to share your kind comments with Nathan and the wider team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We were seen as as soon as we arrived.

October 29, 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re pleased to hear that you were seen promptly on arrival and that your visit got off to a smooth start. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and will be sure to pass your comments on to the team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service and friendly staff

Excellent service and friendly staff. Thanks to Rochelle at Boots Oldham, went above and beyond. Very happy with everything

October 30, 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Rochelle at our Oldham store provided such friendly and helpful service, going above and beyond to make your experience a positive one. We’ll be sure to share your kind comments with Rochelle and the wider team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Billericay Boots Opticians - Helpful Staff

I would like to express my gratitude to the staff of the Billericay Opticians.
Myself and my family have consistently received great care and service from this store.
Today in particular I had to visit the store for help with my son's glasses. Amy was so kind and helpful and was able to re-adjust them for us in only a short time.
So grateful to have a great store to go to.
Thank you

November 2, 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for your wonderful feedback and for your continued support of our Billericay store. We’re delighted to hear that you and your family have consistently received such great care and service. It’s lovely to know that Amy was so kind and helpful when adjusting your son’s glasses, and that she was able to assist so quickly. We’ll be sure to share your kind comments with Amy and the wider team.

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Glasses broke times when they were…

Glasses broke times when they were being fitted the sales person helping to select glasses lied about what xl was for in relation to glasses badly fitted after visits

October 30, 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We appreciate you bringing your concerns about the fitting of your glasses and the information provided when selecting your frames to our attention. We’d welcome the opportunity to look into your experience further. Please contact boots.customercare@boots.co.uk with a copy of your review, your full name, date of birth, telephone number and the store you visited, and our team will be in touch.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Honest, professional advice

Both Tommy (eye test) and Sue (advice and dispensing) were kind and knowledgeable. The whole experience was relaxing and fun.

October 31, 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Tommy and Sue provided such kind and knowledgeable service, making your visit a relaxing and enjoyable experience. We’ll be sure to share your comments with them and the wider team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everything was extremely professional

Everything was extremely professional, and the staff was very kind; I felt I was in very good hands. The technology used for the tests also appeared to be top, and very up-to-date. It was very important that they contacted to the specialists at the hospital. Thank you very much.

October 30, 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you found the team professional and kind, and that you felt well looked after throughout your visit. It’s also great to know that the technology used during your tests and the communication with the hospital specialists gave you confidence in your care. We’ll be sure to share your comments with the team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had my eyes tested recently and was…

I had my eyes tested recently and was really pleased with the whole experience. All the staff were extremely friendly, professional and welcoming. They were very informative, helpful and took the time to explain everything clearly, making me feel comfortable throughout. Excellent service from start to finish. Would highly recommend!

October 29, 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience and that our team made you feel comfortable and well informed throughout your visit. We’ll be sure to share your kind comments with the team. Thank you for recommending Boots Opticians!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is to acknowledge the very helpful…

This is to acknowledge the very helpful service from Hina at the Pinner store

October 31, 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Hina at our Pinner store provided such helpful service. We’ll be sure to pass your kind comments on to her and the wider team.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Perseverance

Collected my glasses on a Friday from Braintree Branch which was earlier than anticipated and with a few minor tweaks set off home.
Had to return Saturday morning as my nose and right ear were so sore. Two lovely assistants tried to work their magic. Difficult to say whether the adjustments were right as I was still experiencing soreness.
Sunday was difficult as my glasses were now making another part of my ear sore and it was difficult to keep my glasses on. My nose also had a larger area of soreness.
Back to the shop on Monday and we tried again. I had mentioned that my previous pair of glasses had had to have minor adjustments until they fitted correctly but nobody wanted to see them. They were similar in design.
Back again on Tuesday as my nose was now throbbing and my ear very tender. The assistant straightened the arms of the glasses and measured and reshaped the arms. Difficult to say whether they were better or not as nose and ears still very tender. Returned home and after 4 hours I could no longer wear my glasses and resorted to my old pair. Not the best solution as the prescription was different and that made my vision uncomfortable.
Returned to the shop and showed my previous glasses against the new ones and it was clear that one arm was completely different to the other. Taking both glasses the assistant reshaped in line with my old glasses. Difficult to say at that stage whether they would work as everything was tender and sore and it was painful to wear any glasses. We also agreed that if this latest adjustment didn’t work I would look at an alternative frame.
Three days on and now that the soreness has gone the glasses are fine. No marks on my nose and no throbbing behind my ear. This is not the first time this has happened indeed I would say that the last three pairs of glasses have had the arms reshaped and altered over several visits. Each time I tell whoever is fitting them of this issue. Why isn’t this recorded on my notes so that Boots staff know my face is not symmetrical and actually look at how my previous glasses are shaped. We got there in the end and I think every member of staff was involved and I know that they were all trying their hardest to help. It took almost a week of daily visits to get it right with days of discomfort in wearing the glasses for me. Not sure I would have the patience or endurance to go through this again. I stay with you for my eye test as you have my history and indeed identified a blemish at the back of my eye and resulted in a referral to get it checked out. When you are paying almost £550 for one pair of glasses you kind of hope that the measurements you take result in a pair of glasses that
actually fit.

October 29, 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re pleased to hear that the team at our Braintree store were able to help resolve the fitting issues and that your glasses are now comfortable to wear. We appreciate your patience throughout the adjustment process and your kind comments about the staff who assisted you. Your feedback is important to us, and we’ll share your comments with the store team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service from Boots

Excellent service from Boots. I’ve been using them for nearly 60 years

October 29, 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for your lovely feedback and for choosing Boots Opticians for so many years. We’re delighted to hear that you continue to receive excellent service, and we truly appreciate your loyalty.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The staff member was very helpful and…

The staff member was very helpful and was very thorough.

October 30, 2026
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Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re delighted to hear that our team member was so helpful and thorough during your visit. We’ll be sure to share your kind comments with the team.

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Boots Trafford Centre incorrect opticians prescription


I had an eye test with boots opticians Trafford centre and joined the lenses scheme
I was not given any trial lenses,

Unfortunately when I received my lenses they turned my right vision blurred, I spoke to the manager who was immediately defensive and was not even letting my finish a sentence I left the store and spoke to customer service on line to cancel my subscription they advised me to return to the store and speak to them as it was there mistake. After another rude conversation with the manager an appointment was booked and identified it was in fact a wrong prescription the optician had made a mistake,
As I had used 3 of the lenses from one of the 3 box’s they have refused to replace or refund the open box

September 2, 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We appreciate you bringing your concerns about the contact lens prescription, the service you received and the subsequent handling of your subscription to our attention. We’d welcome the opportunity to look into this further. Please contact boots.customercare@boots.co.uk with a copy of your review, your full name, date of birth, telephone number and the store you visited, and our team will be in touch.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I went to Boots optician to have some…

I went to Boots optician to have some glasses fixed as the frame had broken .
It was on a Saturday just before closing.
Rachael a member of staff was so kind and helpful and managed to fix for me. I was so pleased thankyou .
Always professional and friendly service

October 17, 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Rachael was able to help repair your glasses and provide such kind and friendly service, especially just before closing. We’ll be sure to share your appreciation with her and the wider team. Thank you for your continued support of Boots Opticians!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A First Class Service

I had a problem with double vision. The optometrist thoroughly examined my eyes and expertly assessed the extent of the problem and explained how it would be solved by special glasses. His assistant double checked all measurements as regards the frames and lenses of the new glasses. The service I received was first class.

October 30, 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that the optometrist took the time to thoroughly assess your concerns and explain the options available, and that the team provided such careful and attentive service throughout. We’ll be sure to share your kind comments with everyone involved. Thank you for choosing Boots Opticians!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had an problem with the glasses that…

I had an problem with the glasses that I'd purchased earlier in the year. The pads had brought up nasty blemishes, each side of my nose, and it necessitated a couple of visits to see a dermatologist. When I spoke with the staff in the Witham branch, they were very helpful and understanding. They recommended a new pair of lightweight frames for me, coupled with lenses that were thinner than normal. This has resulted in a pair of glasses, which are much more comfortable than the previous ones, and will help with the dermatology problem. I am very grateful to the staff of the Witham branch.

October 30, 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re pleased to hear that the team at our Witham store were so helpful and understanding, and that their recommendations have resulted in a more comfortable pair of glasses for you. We’ll be sure to pass your kind comments on to the team. Thank you for choosing Boots Opticians!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Mel, Claire, and Libby were very thorough and helpful with my eye test, and choosing a new pair of glasses for driving. I am looking forward to picking them up. Good choice of frames too.

October 28, 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Mel, Claire and Libby were so thorough and helpful during your eye test and when choosing your new glasses. It’s great to hear you were pleased with the choice of frames too. We’ll be sure to share your kind comments with the team, and hope you enjoy your new glasses when they’re ready to collect!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class service.at Boots Lincoln Opticians

First class service.at BOOTS, Lincoln, opticians. . All staff 100% wonderful, experienced, and very friendly.
My wife and myself were treated by excellent, very polite, trained, helpful staff. Faultless service. A real pleasure . Highly recommended.

October 29, 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you and your wife received such friendly, professional and helpful service from the team at our Lincoln store. It’s lovely to know that your visits were such a positive experience. We’ll be sure to share your kind comments with the team. Thank you for recommending Boots Opticians!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding experience at Boots Opticians in Wimbledon

Outstanding examination and attention to detail.

October 29, 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you were impressed with the examination and the attention to detail provided. We’ll be sure to share your comments with the team.

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