Shady Rays Reviews 

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Considering 68 reviews, most reviewers were unhappy with their experience overall. Many people were dissatisfied with the pricing, often finding the "free replacement" policy misleading due to unexpected processing fees and additional charges. Customers frequently reported poor product quality, with lenses lacking clarity, frames breaking easily, or products arriving scratched. Many also experienced issues with customer service, citing unresponsiveness and difficulty in resolving problems. Conversely, a small portion of people praised the product quality, highlighting the clarity, fit, and comfort of the sunglasses. Some reviewers were also happy with the customer service, describing it as exceptional, responsive, and helpful in resolving issues or processing replacements.

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I dislike the shady business practice of selling us a free replacement gimmick. $30 is not free replacement, and to be quite honest you're basically paying what the cheap glasses are worth. I will co... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I was psyched to buy my first pair of shady rays until I recieved the glasses. The packaging is fine and the frames are decent as well but not the lens. There is no crispness and clarity like other gl... See more

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I ordered a pair of black camouflaged talons from Shady Rays (SR) and received them within a week. I wanted to leave my honest opinion about what I think so here it is. First of all I go through one p... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Tried the Huron Frame with the Glacier Polarized lenses. Wow , terrible quality lenses. Looks nice, but the lenses are like $10 gas station, Unsuable due to internal reflections. Surely no AR coating... See more


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High quality Polarized Sunglasses that include lost and broken protection. Live Hard. We Got You.


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TrustScore 2.5 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I ordered my sunglasses on Dec19 19th

I ordered my sunglasses on Dec 19th, 2 pairs christmas presents. They were supposed to be delivered Friday the 27th. For the last 2 days the date changed now I cant even track my order. If my sunglasses do ever arrive it will be going on 2 weeks. I have contacted the shady rays support team about this and I only keep getting emails back about sharing with my friends for 20% off. Super unprofessional and I will not recommend to anyone. I am now gonna try and at least initiate a return for my 105 bucks back

29 December 2024
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Reply from Shady Rays

Hey Jeremy! So sorry to hear your order has not arrived. If you could please provide some additional information, such as an order number or email address, we would be more than happy to check into this for you and help find a resolution.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Shady Rays doesn't offer replacements!!!

Shady Rays claims to have a replacement policy, but that is only a half truth. In 2020, I purchased the Signature Series Black Glacier Polarized ColorRush. I recently tried to use their damage protection replacement policy due to damage to frame, broke at hinge.

It took me three days and several texts and emails to have the replacement approved. Once I received the replacement, I noticed the pair didn't have the ColorRush lens. It didn't have the ColorRush logo on the frame and there is a difference in the quality of lens.

Again, after submitting confirmation emails, order numbers and exchanging several emails, Shady Rays refused to offer the replacement. They could not look up the original order or tried to look up the order with my name, address or email address.

I offered to send in the sunglasses, sent photos yet they still refused.

Why offer a replacement policy if they are not going to abide by it? I did enjoy the glasses, but a big part reason I bought them was due to their policy. It was a waste of money as there are other companies who offer similar, if not superior products, and stick by the policies.

17 December 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

These are very low quality sunglasses

These are very low quality sunglasses. Essentially the same as what you would find in a dollar store. I have had a few pairs as I bought 3 at the same time as part of a deal. Within a couple of months one completely fell apart (mystery pair- and so they would not replace it).
The second pair had the lens start to peel off. This was replaced and within 4 months these have also started to peel. Just FYI it is not “free lifetime replacement” because they charge almost $40 for “processing fee”. Just buy some cheap sunglasses at your local Walmart as these are not quality in any way and are not worth the cost.

16 December 2024
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Reply from Shady Rays

Hey Mecala! So sorry to hear about those shades. At our protection program page, http://protect.shadyrays.com/, you'll see two options for replacing your shades. Under our Lost & Broken guarantee we replace your shades up to two times no matter the reason. We just ask you pay that processing fee. Under our Lifetime Craftsmanship guarantee, we will replace your shades for life if you ever have an issue with those that should not occur with normal use. Under the Craftsmanship replacement we are happy to cover that processing fee for you. It sounds like you may be experiencing a Craftsmanship issue and we would be more than happy to start a Craftsmanship Claim on your behalf, if you would like. Please don't hesitate to reach out and we would be happy to assist!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Never Showed Up - Customer Service is not Helpful

Ordered them on the 12/3 and was provided a delivery date of 12/7. They arrived my local UPS on 12/7, and have been sitting there since then. I contacted UPS and they said I had to contact the sender. Shady Rays customer service said wait 2 more days. I said no, disputed the charge, and am moving on with my life. I'm not sure why they can't be bothered to make a phone call to get these rescued from the bowels of my UPS distribution center for me, but here we are.

11 December 2024
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Reply from Shady Rays

Hey Alicia! Sorry to hear of the delay with your order. Since we are mid-holiday season, many carriers have been experiencing delays nationwide due to the influx in shipments. It’s not uncommon for some orders to miss scans or sit at sorting centers for a couple of days. Standard shipping gives an estimated delivery date between 7 and 10 business days. This estimate takes these possible delays into consideration. We can reship your order for you but only once the estimated delivery window has passed which is why we asked you wait the additional two days. However, I did check on your order and it looks like the order was delivered on the 15th: https://tools.usps.com/go/TrackConfirmAction_input?origTrackNum=92612903031868543478152177

Please let us know if you did not receive the order. Since there is now an open chargeback on the order, keep in mind you will not be able to process a return/exchange or request a warranty replacement in the future until the chargeback has been closed/canceled.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

SHADY rays misleading advertising

Relatively cheap quality, but not awful. When my sunglasses broke after a year, I was happy to see a "free" replacement option. After the processing fee for the "free replacement" it was almost as much as buying new. Not a huge deal, they're cheap sunglasses and I didn't expect them to last forever - but I do think it's a bit misleading.

Speaking of misleading - the header of the website advertises FREE RETURNS. While ordering my replacement pair of sunglasses I was prompted to take advantage of a deal to add a different pair of sunglasses. I thought I'd give them a try because I thought I could return for free if I didn't like them. Well I don't like them (don't fit my face well) and I can't return them. Website says return unavailable. Customer service says they're a final sale item and not eligible for returns.

Buyer beware of the false advertising. Read all the fine print before you decide whether to buy SHADY rays.

12 December 2024
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Reply from Shady Rays

Hey Adam! On our Replacement Portal, http://protect.shadyrays.com/ you'll see two options for replacing your shades. Under our Lost & Broken guarantee we replace your shades up to two times no matter the reason. All Lost & Broken Claims require a processing fee, as noted on our website. Under our Lifetime Craftsmanship guarantee, we will replace your shades for life if you ever have an issue with those that should not occur with normal use. Under the Craftsmanship replacement we are happy to cover that processing fee for you. You can find all of our Protection Program Information here: https://shadyrays.com/pages/protection-programs

We do offer Free Returns/Exchanges within 30 days on eligible items. The only items that are not eligible for Exchange/Returns/Replacements are 'Final Sale/Outlet' items and Mystery Shades, which is displayed at checkout prior to making your purchase.

I hope this information helps, as it is never our intention to mislead or deceive our customers. Our Team works hard to make sure your shopping experience is as smooth and transparent as possible. If you should have any other questions, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Impressed by looks,warranty,quality

Impressed by looks, enammerred by price and reports hearing, tried the shades..I gotta tell ya, these polarized Shadyrays are as good, if not better quality than the $260 name brand polarized i've been belueving in fir ladt couole years. Plus they're warranted list,broken,stolen,scratched up- shadyrays replaces!! Cannot beat that with raybans or maui jims..!

3 December 2024
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Reply from Shady Rays

Thanks so much for sharing your experience! We love to hear it. Enjoy your new shades!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Top quality shades at a great price!!

Top quality shades at a great price. I ordered a pair for for everyone in the fam and everyone loved them. Only brand of shades I recommend. Keep up the good work!!

28 November 2024
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Reply from Shady Rays

Love to hear this, Max! So happy you and your family are enjoying your new shades.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

They dont tell you that when the cheap…

They dont tell you that when the cheap glasses break its half what you paid in processing to get them replaced. Glasses are the same quality as what you get at 7/11 for 10.00

15 November 2024
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Reply from Shady Rays

On our website at http://protect.shadyrays.com/, you'll see two options for replacing your shades. Under our Lost & Broken guarantee we replace your shades up to two times no matter the reason. We just ask you pay that processing fee. Under our Lifetime Craftsmanship guarantee, we will replace your shades for life if you ever have an issue with those that should not occur with normal use. Under the Craftsmanship replacement we are happy to cover that processing fee for you. Details regarding our Policies and Fees can be found here: https://shadyrays.com/pages/protection-programs

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've been a loyal Shady Ray customer…

I've been a loyal Shady Ray customer for nearly four years, and I can confidently say these sunglasses are top-notch. Recently, I encountered an issue with the blue tint on the lenses, and the customer service team went above and beyond. They replaced the pair at no cost and shipped it out the same day, which was an incredibly refreshing experience. It's rare to find a company that stands behind its products the way Shady Ray does. These sunglasses are high-quality, durable, and backed by excellent support. Thank you for the solid product and service!

7 November 2024
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Not real happy

I appreciate taking care of the original problem,very satisfied.However trying to recover some costs which I understand you offer a pair of glasses which are very nice but bluelight clear lenses don't help me.Whats the fix? Not happy regular customer.

6 November 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

SCAM ?

They tell me my sunglasses have been delivered twice now and nothing has been delivered.im not trusting this company

31 October 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lost/Broken Replacement

There lost/broken replacement program has come in handy for me many times and I really appreciate the fact that they will replace the shades I love at a fraction of the price! Submitting a replacement request is seamless and quick and I have my new pair within a few days.

22 September 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Warranty replacement costs

Warranty replacement costs as much as I paid for them

17 September 2024
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Reply from Shady Rays

Hey Edward! We work really hard as a brand to stand behind our product as much as possible, as our mission is truly to solve the problem of losing and breaking sunglasses! Not only that, but we want to make it easy for people to process these claims.

As you might imagine, there are high costs to replace quality polarized eyewear, process those orders, and ship to each customer quickly. Our goal of the processing fee is to help offset that cost so that we can continue to offer what we hope is the best protection program available anywhere. As costs increase such as postage to ship orders we do need to consider occasional increases in price, but we have held that down over the last decade.10 years ago this cost was $8.89 and we are proud that today VIPs can process replacements at just $11.89, only $3 over our original price. Our starting price is $16.89 for non-VIPs (which is anyone who has only placed one non-replacement order). Just one additional purchase puts you into VIP and gives you the $11.89 replacement fee. We want to keep this program attractive for you while setting us up to be able to continue to offer such strong protection! If you feel the damage was a result of a Craftsmanship Issue, please reach out and let us know.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love the durability of Shady Rays!



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I’ve been using Oakley sunglasses for years while working outside almost exclusively, and while they are high-end, I found that they just couldn’t hold up to my rough treatment. The lenses scratched, and I even managed to break a couple of pairs again I am rough on my sunglasses.

Last year, I decided to give Shady Rays a try and ended up buying four pairs—one for my van, one for my service truck, and two backups. I have to say, I’m really impressed! They are much more affordable than Oakleys, yet they have outperformed them in durability. I use polarized lenses since I’m outside 98% of the time, and I’m happy to report that my Shady Rays look brand new with no scratches, despite my rough handling. I often lay them on the dash, toss them into the seat, or even drop them on the floorboard, and they’ve held up beautifully. The backups are still in their boxes, just in case!

We’re planning a trip out west soon, and I’ll definitely be picking up a pair of Black Ocean Pro Polarized (Blue lens) for that adventure.

I can’t say enough about the quality and affordability of Shady Rays. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable sunglasses that can withstand a tough lifestyle!

7 September 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I came across Shady Rays back when they…

I came across Shady Rays back when they had first started. I ordered my first pair in 2020 and since then have ordered many more. Out of all the pairs I’ve had I’ve lost them all. I’ve replaced them once before a couple years ago. Well this week I looked I inquired about getting another pair after a year without any. The particular model that I had was discontinued. I thought I was out of luck but they gave me the option to select another pair from the catalog. I then remembered why I had even purchased from them in the first place. The customer service was ELITE. The speed in which they work is also amazing. It took less than 24 hours after multiple back and forth emails to get it all situated. Thank you to Jasmin and Ashley!!! You guys rock!!! I highly recommend.

29 August 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Shady Rays ROCKS quality and in…

Shady Rays ROCKS quality and in customer service. I've had a few pairs break, the more delicate metal framed ones and they always have quickly responded and sent replacements. I recently ordered several new pairs and one had a defective right lenzs which distorted the view, they had me photograph it and I'm awaiting the FREE of shipping charges replacement!

8 August 2024
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Reply from Shady Rays

Thank you for the kind words! Happy you enjoy the shades!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Shady rays for life!

There was a little bump in the road to start, but customer service handled it so well! I also broke my pair (stepped on) after only like 3 months of having them, and it was super easy to get a new pair and shipping is pretty quick. I love their styles and want to try out the snowboarding goggles too. I'll forever stay with this company for their great quality, reasonable price, guarantee and amazing customer service!

17 July 2024
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Reply from Shady Rays

Glad we got things sorted out for you!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Delaminated glasses

Previous review left bellow for transparency. Shadyrays reached out and sent a pair perfect pair of sunglasses. After contact was made, customer service was pretty solid. Am happy with my order.

Original review

"I ordered a mystery pair, I wanted to see if the shades were actually good quality without spending full price.

However the pair I got, one of the lenses was already delamination. Making it effectively unusable. I sent an email to customer service along with pictures at the end of last week. They have not responded.

In my opinion stay away from this company!"

28 July 2024
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Reply from Shady Rays

Hey There! Sorry those shades arrived in that condition, shoot us a DM on Facebook or Instagram and we will have a new pair sent out!

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