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[NSW] Glasses: Single Vision $99, Multifocals $149 & Free Coatings @ Optometrist Warehouse, Campbelltown

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[NSW] Glasses: Single Vision $99, Multifocals $149 & Free Coatings @ Optometrist Warehouse, Campbelltown
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salman679 on 03/10/2023 - 16:20 chemistwarehouse.com.au (3526 clicks)
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Chemist Warehouse has launched an optometrist range in Australia. In NSW, Campbelltown is selected as the first store to have this range.
In Victoria, Malvern is selected as the first store.

Complete Single Vision glasses from $99.
Complete Multifocals from $149.
2 for 1 Single Vision designer glasses from $199.
All glasses include High Index lenses, plus a FREE anti-scratch, anti-glare, anti-smudge Triple Super-Coat with 100% UV protection valued at $160.

All our eye tests are bulk-billed *
A free 3D eye scan is included with every standard eye test
Free ultrawide field imaging is included free for high-resolution retinal examination ^
Our optometrists are all qualified and experienced eye care professionals

Edit: Insurance companies/cover accepted, thanks for confirming.

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  • overlook on 03/10/2023 - 16:25
    +3

    wow damn…

  • silenthillrocks on 03/10/2023 - 16:30
    +12

    "No fees for lens add-ons"
    GG specsavers

  • BrunoBear on 03/10/2023 - 16:48
    +4

    Zenni still cheaper

    • bargain_knight on 03/10/2023 - 18:21
      +1

      True. But I wouldn't have thought you can claim through your health insurance with them.

    • SlinkyDemille on 04/10/2023 - 08:45

      Multifocals are pretty difficult to get right when buying online, no?

  • Jessie Ryder on 03/10/2023 - 16:49
    +8

    Seems like a good deal, anti-glare is $60 per lens at Spec Savers.

    Although two stores nationwide is pretty average.

  • ahmedaman on 03/10/2023 - 17:23

    Thanks, OP. Also, Dresden Vision have a 50% promotion at the moment

    https://dresden.vision/

    • Homr on 03/10/2023 - 17:39
      +1

      Their style is pretty average.

      Do they have ones that a similar to Oakley where the handle is really light?

  • Homr on 03/10/2023 - 17:26

    Can someone tell me if my eyes are good or bad?

    Right Eye, Left Eye
    Sphere -2.25 x 163 ??, -2.5 x 176 ??
    Cyl -1.25, -1.25
    Add +1.5, +1.5
    PD 31.5, 29.5

    I just spent $650 on a new pair of multifocal glasses and I'm not liking it. I can't see on the edges of the glasses and its total blur. I use 2 x 27" screen and it's annoying now that I have to move my head left and right trying to find that focus area

    Would I be better off getting a single vision glass just for computer work only?

    • boomy on 03/10/2023 - 17:32
      +2

      The issue with multifocals is the computer portion of the lens is very small and below your line of sight whereas the monitor is usually directly in front of you.

      So yes single vision for office work will be much easier though you have hassle of having to swap glasses outside

      • Homr on 03/10/2023 - 17:34
        +2

        Thanks, yes that's the problem I'm having so far. I'm kinda annoyed that the optician didn't mention that to me when I told them I spend 12-14 hours behind a computer screen.

        Does my eyee even benefit from multifocals in general environment?

        • buckster on 03/10/2023 - 18:22

          Yep, better with single vision for work.

          General environment multifocals probably benefit, how's looking at your phone with them vs normal glasses?

          What brand/type of multifocal did they give you?

          • Homr on 03/10/2023 - 18:49

            @buckster: "General environment multifocals probably benefit, how's looking at your phone with them vs normal glasses?"

            Looking at my phone with the new lens is just as bad as looking everywhere, it's blurry on the side and bottom edges and I have to keep scanning the main focal areato see clearly. I didn't have this problem with my previous glasses.

            My new multifocal lens feels like I'm limited to certain area of vision, it's almost no different than having some blacktape on those blurry areas

            • buckster on 03/10/2023 - 18:57
              +1

              @Homr: Sounds like a fairly poor quality lens, who did them and what "level" lens were they?

              • Homr on 03/10/2023 - 18:59

                @buckster: It was from a private optician recommended by a family friend.

                I'm not sure what level they are, I didn't know till now that there are many brands and quality of lens to choose from.

                • buckster on 03/10/2023 - 19:05
                  +1

                  @Homr: Hmm, for your work set up a multifocal would be annoying, but for general use they seem to be performing really poorly compared to normal.

                  Either lens is low grade, prescription is off, or it hasn't been measured up for the frame right. Would be going back to get them fixed up

                  • Homr on 03/10/2023 - 19:06

                    @buckster: I've only had them for 2 days, this is the 2nd day. I understand there's an adjustment period but I just can't stand it atm

                    I'm now using my old glasses when doing computer work like now

                    • dtpearson on 03/10/2023 - 19:19
                      +1

                      @Homr: I felt the same after 2-4 days, I HATED my bloody expensive multifocals. I really felt there was something wrong with them, but it was just me. Give it 2 weeks of every day wear and you will likely get used to them.

                      ONLY give up after trying them every day for 2 weeks.

                      • Homr on 03/10/2023 - 19:20

                        @dtpearson: How did it get better?

                        I'm planning to wear them when I'm outside and wear the old ones when I use a computer, however I use a computer around 12hrs a day

              • Homr on 03/10/2023 - 19:05

                @buckster: I just read this comment here

                https://www.ozbargain.com.au/comment/14307775/redir

                Maybe "occupational lens" might be good for me, now I'm even more confused??

                Single vision
                Bifocal
                Multifocal and now Occupational lens?

        • freetrial on 03/10/2023 - 18:27

          Depends on your working environment.

          If you need to see across the room/warehouse/store floor, the distance part of the multifocal would be useful. Also might be good if you are doing things closer than the computer screen eg. reading/paper work. Otherwise if it's mostly just the computer screen, a single lens for the computer screen distance would be fine.

          • Homr on 03/10/2023 - 18:51

            @freetrial: I work in office environment and the room is fairly small

        • OzOzOzOzzzzz on 03/10/2023 - 18:58

          where did u get them from, big chains like specsavers usually offer 3 months change of mind return , though franchises partners may decline to honour it

          • Homr on 03/10/2023 - 19:00

            @OzOzOzOzzzzz: It was from a private optician recommended by a family friend.

            • MrBlue on 03/10/2023 - 21:20
              +1

              @Homr: Multifocal lenses have three zones from top to bottom of the lens; distance, intermediate (computer/arm lengths) and reading (phone etc). So they're great for multipurpose environments i.e. Driving and looking at navigation/speedometer, doing presentations and more. The intermediate zone is quite small and is in the lower-middle section of the lens. Which is why you find it difficult for extended computer usage.

              If you're spending lots of hours on computer and don't require much distance. Single vision lenses can be good as they can can be set to certain focal points so it may be most suitable for your computer or for your phone (just depends on the strength of the prescription and how far your eyes are)

              The perfect solution is an occupation lenses which is generally a combination of intermediate and reading. The top half is intermediate (computer) and bottom half is reading (phone/ paper work). So you get the best of both worlds.

              its all based on prescriptions and numbers. So if you measure, your working distances (distance from your eyes to screen and eyes to phone), that'll help determine the correct script with the optometrist.

            • wpw on 04/10/2023 - 10:22

              @Homr: Take them back and ask to put single vision in. I had a problem when I tried multi's trying to find the focus points. Gave me headaches and took them back after a week for a lens swap, also was a small private optician.

            • Stuj on 08/10/2023 - 10:45

              @Homr: I had the same problem as yourself, as I spend a lot of time at a PC and I hate having to turn my head to pan across 2 screens due to the blur. As others have suggested, get the Occupational Lens, this fixed my issue and provided a wider view of focus

    • clippers on 04/10/2023 - 07:37

      If it is for comfort, you can't beat single vision lenses for long hours in front of 2 x 27" screens.

      I have 4 pairs now for different purposes, all single visions - distance, distance tinted for driving, intermediates, and reading. Tried Essilor multifocals then Zeiss Officelens too, and didn't like them. Shop made me new single visions in exchange for free. I can understand why and when multis can be useful, but I'm no longer motivated to try them. In summary I prioritise comfort over convenience. Good luck and take good care of your eyes!

  • Flintz on 03/10/2023 - 17:34
    +3

    Can they be covered by insurance?

    • fuzor on 03/10/2023 - 17:54
      -1

      Yeah thats the big question but I dont think they are. The brands are nice but theres no insurance logo affliation.

      • Stuj on 08/10/2023 - 10:48

        You can claim from any health provider i think so long as you get an invoice displaying an ABN

    • M00Cow on 03/10/2023 - 17:58

      It depends on in your insurer.
      Many years ago I claimed glasses I bought in Malaysia without an issue.

    • mmpha3 on 03/10/2023 - 18:07
      +5

      They accept all health insurance providers - I popped into Malvern last week to check!

  • OzOzOzOzzzzz on 03/10/2023 - 18:00
    +1

    'Our optometrists are all qualified' , are there unqualified optometrist before?

    • mmpha3 on 03/10/2023 - 18:09
      +3

      It can happen - see examples on AHPRA's website!

      https://www.ahpra.gov.au/News/2022-05-12-Fake-nurse-fined-af…

      • OzOzOzOzzzzz on 03/10/2023 - 18:44

        gosh thats horrifying , anyways hopefully Optometry industry wont go down the path pharmacy did after chain chemists join the fight

      • Homr on 03/10/2023 - 18:52

        How did she get caught? Did she do something wrong?

    • slam6000 on 03/10/2023 - 20:46
      -1

      I received different reports on my eyes from SS and my new ophthmologist . Very different education levels and probably more advanced equipment . Im told that Ophthalmologists are graduated doctors whom then specialise in eyes so well r .

      • OzOzOzOzzzzz on 03/10/2023 - 21:06
        +1

        glasses prescription i would probably go with specsavers more, after all ophthalmologist dont deal with glasses and will not receive feedback even if they made mistake
        difference in optometrist and opthal is optom takes 5 or more years of uni to train , like your GP they are primary care health professions but deal only with minor eye related issues and glasses, and refers out major problems, whereas opthal is an eye surgeon that takes 6 years general medical training + 6 or more years specialized training

      • freetrial on 04/10/2023 - 21:02
        +1

        Optometrists deal with prescriptions everyday and ophthalmologists are probably more concerned with disease management. Then again there can be inaccurate scripts even from optometrists, so good to get a second opinion sometimes

  • slam6000 on 03/10/2023 - 18:55
    +1

    Big debate over blue light coatings but i cant survive without them . SS's coating is weak but tolerable . My eyes got whacked by a medication withdrawal and had to wear sunglasses to watch tv back in 2016 until i found the cyxus brand . They used to sell single vision magnified versions but not anymore it seems . Some people don't like them so its an indivdual thingo . $650 is a lota dough man and not happy with them well that sucks.

    • abc on 03/10/2023 - 19:33
      +1

      SS seem to against blue light coatings according to their website

      https://www.specsavers.com.au/blue-light-glasses

      Costco puts on blue light coatings for free (1c) and I agree they are way better for eyestrain relief.

      • slam6000 on 03/10/2023 - 20:07
        -3

        Yes i unfortunately had serious problems with them over this at fremantle in 2021 . Arrogant owner really saying it doesn't work and wont help when i know it does - for me anyway . I think a possible avalanche of blue light coating requests may upset their finely balanced budget sales system to much . Even their lense suppliers were very elusive . Consumer affairs rudely brushed me off as a crank when i complained about the very poor strength of their coating so sour taste with SS. Seems i now have sclerotic cataracts in both eyes after recently engaging a regular ophthalmologist . The planet was flat !

  • me on 03/10/2023 - 19:03

    Does anyone know if they offer prescription sunglasses too, and at this price? Or only prescription glasses?

    • fozzie on 03/10/2023 - 19:14

      Not sure, it does say designer 2 for $199 (similar to specsavers). I can’t see how they wouldn’t offer at least one pair as sunglasses as otherwise people will continue with specsavers.

  • compound on 03/10/2023 - 19:09
    +3

    Fork, just got my glasses with specsavers in their $200 two for one deal.

  • fozzie on 03/10/2023 - 19:12
    +2

    Will give it a shot next year when my glasses are due.

    • HardQuiz on 03/10/2023 - 20:48
      +2

      when my glasses are due

      Congrats!

      • fozzie on 03/10/2023 - 21:40

        Ahha lol, new ones every year. Just not sure if worth driving nearly 1 hour each way. Who knows, maybe more stores will pop up.

  • yanyan1 on 03/10/2023 - 19:49
    -1

    Great price for high index plus the coatings. If you're not near the two stores I recommend Clearly for buying glasses online.

  • slam6000 on 03/10/2023 - 20:24
    -1

    Without good eyesight ya in some very serious trouble and posssibly expensive operations . These days near on everyone frequently in sun under leds or staring at screens . Looked at the Clearly site and they offer iso rated blu light coatings on prescription specs . I think i have a new vendor even at probable higher prices . See ya SSs !

  • deme on 03/10/2023 - 20:36

    Sunnies? Online? Who do they use for their labs?

  • dealsniper on 03/10/2023 - 21:36

    How does the gap work at Chemist Warehouse? Specsavers is usually no gap with various health funds

    • fozzie on 03/10/2023 - 21:41
      +1

      It would be up to what your insurance is. Mine offers up to $200

      • OzOzOzOzzzzz on 03/10/2023 - 21:44

        doggy hf may impose sublimits and percentage base calculation into their policy essentially rendering the the annual limit unreachable unless the glasses cost way more than the cover

        • fozzie on 03/10/2023 - 22:01

          I see… (good joke right?) Usually we don’t pay anything at specsavers (unless we want to add special lenses etc). Our prescriptions are pretty basic (not multi focal)

          • dealsniper on 03/10/2023 - 22:14
            +1

            @fozzie: specsavers has no gap, but non-partner optical shops only a proportion but not 100%. interested if chemist warehouse also has no gap deals

  • slam6000 on 03/10/2023 - 22:18

    Fraud Inc is back . I suppose I'm easily confused but I take it that your opthal refers to ophthal ? My GP did a vision test with my first pair of specs from SS . My eyesight was worse and maybe why i was getting on the wrong bus with similar route numbers etc . Took them back to SS next day to be overhauled to best i could get from there than tried another branch but same problem . Surely an ophthalmologist would be way more holistically knowledgeable and able to maintain/repair ones eyes condition asap to hopefully prevent complete eyesight loss and then advise an optometrist . Not just increase the prescription strength every visit and sell more spectacles . Human body is all connected and extremely complicated so sometimes many specialities needed to keep it functional especially with aging . Eg i was told i had glaucoma but ophthal says i don't so whom do i believe ?

  • Thaal Sinestro on 04/10/2023 - 08:27
    +2

    Good. Now I can add glasses to the very small list of things that are deflating in price. For too long Australians have been price gouged on glasses.

  • decryption on 04/10/2023 - 14:02
    +2

    "All glasses include High Index lenses, plus a FREE anti-scratch, anti-glare, anti-smudge Triple Super-Coat with 100% UV protection valued at $160."

    Excellent. I hate how Specsavers and others do this. $99 for a pair of single visions from a local store I can try the frames on first for comfort (been burned by online purchases that aren't comfortable) is good value.

  • Oxenfree123 on 05/10/2023 - 06:13

    Thhiss seaams llikje as greet really!!.

    Ii neeaded neeww glaasezs

  • No ONE on 11/10/2023 - 18:31

    Would they do just the glasses lens using my current frame.

  • foxpro on 16/10/2023 - 13:46
    +1

    Did their onsite eyetest. Free on Medicare. Same or better equipment as elsewhere. Licensed optometrist.
    Got two clear multifocals with their best lenses (2x$150 surcharge) for $499 all up. And a $20 CW gift card from the store opening promo.
    Frame selection a little limited. But fine with me. Items should ready in ten days.

    • proudwanderer on 21/12/2023 - 18:03

      So the multifocals cost $150 each and you paid $199 for frame - so all up $499?

  • Hugh G Rection on 27/10/2023 - 07:29

    what eyeglasses do you they have? gucci, prada, tom ford, etc…?

  • fozzie on 08/12/2023 - 16:28

    Has anyone ordered glasses here with no gap? Thanks

  • utsc on 28/12/2023 - 22:52

    I guess glasses can not be ordered online only contact lens

    Is Costco the next best option for those living in Perth WA?

    Does anyone know the prices of lens at Costco

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