Where to get eyes tested and buy glasses?

[beb]

Just want to put in my 2 cents here. Yesterday I went to Vision Center and picked up a pair of glasses. All total I paid around 5,000 baht for my glasses, a little more than I'd like (I really prefer basic styles etc but glasses are simply more expensive here than other places. Having said that, here was my experience.

I told the lady I wanted to basically copy the frame I came in with. She took a look and quickly found something that was close enough. Then we discussed lenses. I'm not a fan of all the coatings that tend to scratch and she boiled it down to a choice between medium and very thin. I went for the more expensive thin version because of my frame.

I was examined by a lady in probably the most advanced vision test I've ever had. I mean it was very pristine and cutting edge. There were parts of the exam I've never had before. It was all very professional and relaxed. I was asked various questions about my age, my old glasses were checked and she was very personable.

After finishing the exam, I had another lady measure the glasses for my face, make various notations and then another sat me down to mark on the lens the center of my eyes (I think). I was told the glasses would be finished in an hour. I left a couple of thousand baht and paid the balance when I picked up the glasses.

It was a very pleasant experience and the people there are very efficient in their different roles.

I'm saying all of this because I've had 2 pair of glasses previously made in Thailand and both were sort of a disaster. And both times I was trying to save money. As much as I like to save money, it doesn't work, I think, in the glasses world in Thailand.

I previously lived in Korea and loved the glasses I bought there for a total of $50 and damn I'd love to be able to get those sorts of deals again but the lesson I learned here was that it is better and ultimately cheaper to go with a legit shop like Vision Center than searching for deals for inferior experiences and products.

[RxDan]

Just received 2 pairs of progressive glasses from Zenni optical. Excellent deal

[Ampornchai]

 

THE WISDOM OPTIC

Fair Price, High Quality, Heart Service

“Eyewear Store and Progressive Lenses Center in Chiang Mai , Managed by Optometrists”

We oversee eye examinations to ensure they adhere to international standards. Our dedicated eye care team, including optometrists, ensures precision and modernity in our examinations. Our opticians are experienced professionals skilled in adjusting and improving glasses for each customer. Rest assured, you'll receive the best eyewear for your vision needs.

 

THE WISDOM OPTIC
Branch 1

Located in the 89 Plaza, adjacent to Kasikornbank, Chiang Mai-Lampang Road, Mueang District, Chiang Mai 50000

Open every day
(10:00 - 19:00)

Tel. 082-172 4456

 

 

Branch 2

Located in the Greenpark Community Mall, just 100 meters from Central Festival, on Chiang Mai-Doi Saket Road.

Open every day (10:30 - 19:30 )

Tel. 062-801 4094

Call Center : 0897555228

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Branch 1: 89 Plaza
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[Ampornchai]

13 minutes ago, Ampornchai said:

https://thewisdomoptic.com/