Eyewear reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 148 Reddit reviews across 35 subreddits and 39 posts to rank the best Eyewear brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/liberalgunowners, r/PacificCrestTrail, r/EyewearEnthusiasts, r/XXS, r/GNV. Top-rated brands include Oakley (4.3/5), Warby Parker (4.0/5), Stoggles (3.9/5).
Stats
Reviews148
Subreddits35
Posts39
Brands87
Products34
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#1
Oakley
4.3
(8)
"They aren’t cheap, but I purchased my wife these oakleys with the low light lenses."
"All Oakleys are rated for shooting."
"I got a pair of Oakleys (btw, Oakley has released some pretty modern-looking frames)"
"I like them a lot, about to buy another pair of the tinted ones for winter."
"I wore Oakley Turbine sunglasses with chums strap on the pct."
"Oakley has had Asian fit glasses for awhile."
"Oakley sutro"
"My black oakley jawbreakers looked pretty good."
#2
Warby Parker
4.0
(7)
"My current pair is from Warby Parker (by far my fav in 29 years of glasses)."
"Is regularly recommended."
"Warby Parker is good too, or target even"
"I wear narrow glasses from Warby Parker."
"Warby Parker."
"WarbyParker has a couple physical stores. Fairway Eye Center in Fairway, Leawood and Raytown too."
"There's a new Wabry Parker in Butler plaza. I haven't been personally, but might be worth checking out?"
#3
Stoggles
3.9
(7)
"I’d definitely recommend getting a pair of knockoff stoggles on Amazon."
"I have some prescription stoggles. They are solid and not too expensive."
"I’ve heard stoggles are great and people I know have gotten them from Zenni."
"They’re anti fog and seem to get good reviews."
"I wear Stoggles when I scrub in the OR (they are nice)."
"Don’t fog up, and you get to look like a professor."
"A lot of social media reviews said Stoggles break really easily, so I just bought the $10 knock-offs on Amazon."
#4
Zenni
4.2
(6)
"Stop buying 'designer frames' they are all Luxottica frames."
"I use Zenni and sort by the numbers."
"I get my glasses on Zinni."
"I ordered some protective glasses from them just now that totaled $31."
"Reiterating Zenni. I got a pair of progressive range glasses from them that are contained and were very inexpensive as well."
"I have some cheap lightweight glasses (from zenni) I wear at night"
#5
Eyestyle Optics
3.8
(5)
"For higher end stuff, Eyestyle Optics is p.cool. They have Lunor and KameManNen titanium frames, which are simple and very high quality"
"Kung gusto mo talagang makatipid at quality at kaya mo naman mag punta ka sa Quiapo. Doon ang bagsakan ng frames at salamin. EO is good."
"EO. I’ve been wearing glasses since 3 (i‘m 23 now). 80% of my eyeglasses are all from EO."
"Pinaka affordable na for me yung EO. Matibay naman kasi yung gamit kong salamin pre pandemic pa okay naman sya."
"EO."
#6
Pit Viper
4.8
(4)
"Pit Viper all the way."
"Pit vipers"
"Pit vipers"
"Has some decent stuff."
#7
Amazon
3.6
(5)
"I wear glasses I found online that target the red light therapy frequencies because even though people say it's safe I have the same effect that staring at the sun has when looking directly at the red lights for a bit."
"I feel like these are a good affordable option. [I went with these](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B094ND341H/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_6?smid=A1M9LDR0Z4I09H&psc=1)."
"Here's what I buy: [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07NQS6QB7/ref=ppx\_yo\_dt\_b\_search\_asin\_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07NQS6QB7/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1) I have medium frames and these fit over them nicely."
"I got knock off stoggles on Amazon for work and they’re great and don’t look super goofy."
"I got knock off stoggles on Amazon. I literally never wear them."
#8
Owndays
4.0
(4)
"Dabest yung anti-rad ni Owndays (Japan) kung pupunta ka sa physical store sa mga SM branch meron maraming choices"
"I decided to get one from owndays since it has warranty."
"MIne's Owndays. I bought the more "premium" ones na medyo makapal ung frame. Okay naman."
"Owndays is affordable. Thats where i get my kids glasses."
#9
Pair Eyewear
4.0
(4)
"I've had them for about a year now and they're holding up well."
"I bought plain pair glasses and then had my optometrist put lenses in so I could use my insurance."
"I just ordered the frames from pair eyewear, with non prescription lenses, then brought them to my eye place to have them put the lenses in."
"When they came in I took them to my Dr. and asked them to put in lenses to my prescription."
#10
Dita
4.3
(3)
"I was really impressed with a pair of Ditas that I had."
"Dita is known for big frames and it seems like they have an 'Asian Pacific' line."
"Dita definitely is good, that being said I wouldn’t really classify them as a designer/fashion brand."
#11
Gucci
4.0
(3)
"Gucci has some nice small frames."
"Gucci and Montblanc are good for designer eyewear."
"Gucci is the best of the big designers imo."
#12
Gatorz
4.0
(3)
"Gatorz eyewear"
"Has some decent looking designs"
"I have a pair of gatorz that are really good, but pricey."
#13
Magpul
4.0
(3)
"I just got a pair of Magpul Explorers used on Amazon for 50 bucks."
"Some of the Magpul specs look decent. They’re kinda close to Oakley styling."
#14
Pair
5.0
(2)
"I have -11 and love Pair’s glasses."
"I've been really happy with Pair and my high powered prescription."
#15
John Jacobs
4.5
(2)
"Tbh John Jacobs for sure"
"John Jacobs is also good though."
#16
Zeiss
4.5
(2)
"Zeiss lenses are my first option so this is super helpful."
"Yung glasses ko is from Zeiss which is matibay naman for me."
#17
Costco
4.5
(2)
"Costco. West Seattle Optical."
"I've bought 3 frames and loaded up the lens with transition lens, progressive bifocals, UV / AR coatings. Price is reasonable, can try on all the frames they have and takes about a week or less to get my glasses."
#18
Super Optical Express
4.0
(2)
"Super Optical Express has an amazing selection of high end brands."
"Yeah I've looked at their frames and they have a unique selection there."
#19
EyeBuyDirect
4.0
(2)
"EyeBuyDirect, Zeelool, and Vlook Optical have all had ones that I really like."
"I tried EyeBuyDirect recently and was really pleased with the overall experience."
#20
Quinn Eye Center
4.0
(2)
"I love quinn eye center! they take my insurance & i always feel so fancy there lol. plus they do have a great selection of glasses imo :D"
"I’ve only been to a couple places (so maybe not THE best) but I think Quinn Eye Center has good selection!"
#21
Metro Sunnies
4.0
(2)
"Hi i have the Metro sunnies eyeglass with anti rad. Quality and the design is 💯"
"If limited budget and online order, okay na yung Metrosunnies"
#22
Cubitts
4.0
(2)
"Cubitts has sunglasses and glasses in XS-XL."
"Cubitts has stores in NYC now. Through their Bespoke program they will measure your face and head."
#23
Wiley X
4.0
(2)
"Ill check wiley X out, thank you"
"I’ve had great luck with Wiley X frames."
#24
Balmain
3.5
(2)
"Agree with Balmain. Akoni Group is doing incredible things for them."
"I’ve been eyeing akoni and balmain but damn most of these designer frames look hefty."
#25
Stanton
3.5
(2)
"Stanton. Very good. Eye exam available. Wal mart no longer has eye exams, Warby has a sign, but no one to do eye exam. Stanton has 2 for one deals and top flite customer service"
"They’re not looking for the best deal really, they just want nice glasses which imo is not Stanton. They are limited and have a cheap quality."
#26
Heady Diddys
5.0
(1)
"Heady diddys are the best you can get rn. Get the biggest lenses you can find."
#27
IC Berlin
5.0
(1)
"Check out IC Berlin, they are german and handmade. A lot of their models utilize their special in house design for the hinges."
#28
LASIK
5.0
(1)
"LASIK to this day is the single best thing I have done for myself in my 53 years on Earth."
#29
Long-Lasting Contacts
5.0
(1)
"I will be using long-lasting contacts that are FDA approved to sleep in."
#30
Tom Ford, Cole Hann
5.0
(1)
"They were super patient with our questions, too."
#31
WileyX
5.0
(1)
"I love my P-19s. Very durable."
#32
Costa del Mar
5.0
(1)
"Costa del Mar is actually known for boating eyewear."
#33
Prescription Polarized Sunglasses
5.0
(1)
"I loved having my regular glasses and prescription polarized sunglasses."
#34
Vision Express
5.0
(1)
"Magaganda yung brands tapos Buy 1 Tale 1 pa 😅"
#35
Oculus
5.0
(1)
"The frames I bought there are still my favorite and I get tons of compliments on them."
#36
Zenni ANSI Rated Lenses
5.0
(1)
"You can go on Zenni or other sites and get ANSI rated lenses in basically any frame on earth."
#37
Generic Aviators
5.0
(1)
"Look for aviators that are rated ANSI Z87.1. Any will do."
#38
Pit Vipers
5.0
(1)
"Friend got some pit vipers for their birthday. Caught shrapnel to the face like the day after and the shades caught it."
#39
Generic Armless Sunglasses
5.0
(1)
"I wore these sunglasses, and met a few other hikers who did as well. Every time we bonded over how much we loved them because they're SO comfortable."
#40
Generic Polarized Lenses
5.0
(1)
"If it's a high snow year or you hit the Sierra particularly early, polarized lenses are a must."
#41
OJO
5.0
(1)
"I would like to suggest OJO eyewear and sunnies specs."
#42
Broadway Vision
5.0
(1)
"I really like https://broadwayvision.com/ and they have plenty of designer brands."
#43
Ray-Ban
5.0
(1)
"Ray Bans or Pit Vipers — both make shooting glasses that are outstanding and bussin'."
#44
Alba Optics
5.0
(1)
"I'm a big fan of Alba Optics."
#45
Smith Optics
4.0
(1)
"Smith bobcat are slim for smaller heads/face."
#46
Philips
4.0
(1)
"Personally I like my Phillips. I can wear my pair over my prescriptions lenses, and they're good for keeping things nice and safe."
#47
Masunaga
4.0
(1)
"Masunaga has wider frames (compared to the 130-135 medium) and many come with Asian Fit bridges."
#48
Paloceras
4.0
(1)
"Paloceras SX models fit wide heads quite well."
#49
Stetson
4.0
(1)
"XXL, Stetson, Fat Heads, Ted Baker, Randy Jackson, Jones New York, and many, many more!"
#50
Photochromic Lenses
4.0
(1)
"Have you considered getting a frame with photochromic lenses (ie transition lenses)?"
#51
Rezz Goggles
4.0
(1)
"Rezz Goggles! Tho if you're not a rezz fan you might have to say that allot lol"
#52
Yellow Lens Protective Glasses
4.0
(1)
"I am using yellow lens protective glasses made for target shooting."
#53
Cheap Safety Goggles
4.0
(1)
"There’s plenty of knockoffs that all do the same thing much cheaper."
#54
Black Heart
4.0
(1)
"I have a pair similar to these I got at Five Below I wear to raves all the time."
#55
Rudy Project
4.0
(1)
"Like them."
#56
Nike
4.0
(1)
"I use Nike Brazen."
#57
Zenni Lightweight Glasses
4.0
(1)
"I have some cheap lightweight glasses (from zenni) I wear at night."
#58
Heatwave
4.0
(1)
#59
ESS Crossbow
4.0
(1)
"You could get something that takes prescription inserts"
#60
Serfas
4.0
(1)
#61
Sweet Protection
4.0
(1)
"Sweet Protection Ronan Rig."
#62
7-11
4.0
(1)
"I got some 7-11 polarized cheap ones that are polycarbonate."
#63
Gearbox
4.0
(1)
"Gearbox clear goggles."
#64
POC
4.0
(1)
"POC Aspires, Blades or Craves?"
#65
Persol
4.0
(1)
"I've had good experience with persol."
#66
Eyes on Fremont
4.0
(1)
"They have an excellent selection of unique frames and the prices aren’t crazy."
#67
Hour Eyes Optical
4.0
(1)
"They also have a nice selection of frames that are not Luxotica."
#68
Vista Optical
4.0
(1)
"They're nice."
#69
Capitol Hill Vision
4.0
(1)
"Are the two I've used recently."
#70
Admiral Vision
4.0
(1)
"I like that they have ample free street parking."
#71
Eyeconic
4.0
(1)
"The best bang for my buck is thru eyeconic."
#72
Native Ken
4.0
(1)
"Has designer frames (pricy but very nice)."
#73
Bloc Tactical Glasses
4.0
(1)
"I have a pair of bloc tacticals and there is no fog, a little condensation if it’s a hot day but other than that it’s v good, £40."
#74
Generic Prescription Sport Sunglasses
4.0
(1)
"If I hike the trail again I'll probably bring some prescription sport sunglasses or even glacier glasses to give me a little more protection."
#75
Contact Lenses
4.0
(1)
"I recommend getting contact lenses. That’s what I do now."
#76
Tifosi
4.0
(1)
"I just use sunglasses with clear lenses. Tifosi brand"
#77
Bertoni
4.0
(1)
"I picked up a set of Bertoni Shooting Glasses with 4 Interchangeable Lenses."
#78
Dye
4.0
(1)
"The Dye SE Thermal mask has proven very good at being anti-fog for me"
#79
Exfog
4.0
(1)
"Exfog or novritsch anti fog unit + pyramex full seal goggles"
#80
Spring Hinge Glasses
3.0
(1)
"These were great for comfort when lying on my side, but didn't last as long as other glasses because the hinge is more fragile."
#81
Photochromic Prescription Glasses
3.0
(1)
"They were fine. They are not available polarized."
#82
Transition Glasses
3.0
(1)
"Not perfect but worked for me."
#83
Transitions Prescription Glasses
3.0
(1)
"They also don't get dark enough under certain conditions."
#84
Fallout
3.0
(1)
"I have a pair of super black, 400 UV sunglasses that are from a Fallout special Lootcrate."
#85
NoCry Safety Glasses
3.0
(1)
"So-so results. NoCry Safety Glasses with Clear Anti Fog Scratch Resistant Wrap-Around Lenses and No-Slip Grips, UV Protection."
#86
ESS
3.0
(1)
"I spotted the *ESS Asian-Fit Striker* while I was looking for protective goggles for myself."
#87
Rockbros
3.0
(1)
"I used to wear my Rockbros cycling glasses with myopia inserts."
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