Amazing experience! I was nervous about ordering a pair of glasses online, but I am so happy that I took the chance because the service was efficient and quick and I am thrilled with my purchase. Than... See more
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Super convenient to be able to order from my bed and try them on virtually. They also arrived quicker then if I ordered them at an optometrist in town and I didn’t even pay for the faster shipping. Lo... See more
I'm still shocked at how quick my order was delivered (I'm in South Africa). Excellent selection, prices and service. 5-stars easily!
I felt conned by this website when I was contacted by a courier about customs - the site is Hong Kong based and not in South Africa. However, the Vuarnet sunglasses delivered are genuine and were reas... See more
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Since 2006, SmartBuyGlasses has been a market leader in the online designer eyewear industry. With the biggest selection of designer sunglasses, glasses, and contact lenses, SmartBuyGlasses has delivered eyewear to thousands of satisfied customers.
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- 180 Designer Brands For Less
- At SmartBuyGlasses, we have the largest selection of designer eyewear online with over 80,000 products and 180 brands.
- 100-Days Returns
- If you don't absolutely love your new eyewear, it's not a problem with our 100-days returns at SmartBuyGlasses.
- 24-Month Warranty
- Our exclusive 24-month warranty covers all manufacturer defects in all scenarios for sunglasses and eyeglasses. For contact lenses, we have a 3-month warranty.
- Buy One, Give One Charity
- When you buy a pair of glasses from us, we give a pair of glasses to someone in need.
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Brilliant service
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"I recently purchased glasses from smartbuyglasses and was impressed with the quality and service. The frames look great.Delivery was super quick too! 🌟
5 stars - would definitely recommend to friends and family."
8 March 2026
I was worried but all arrived on time…
I was worried but all arrived on time and good quality as described. Very happy.
7 March 2026
Great turn around time
7 March 2026
Sensational on every part
Sensational on every part. Thanks so much guys. Loved the service provided and, more importantly, I love my glasses.
8 March 2026
Easy process everything worked well
6 March 2026
The faceshape recommending technology…
The faceshape recommending technology is awesome. My shades are perfect for my face shape.
5 March 2026
Perfect all round experience
Great communication, fast turnaround and excellent final product!
22 February 2026
The service was quick.
1 February 2026
Best experience ever
Try on experience is awesome. Great communication via email for customs. The Puma Glasses arrived and is fitting perfectly! Would definitely recommend and use SmawrtBuyGlasses in the future from now on.
25 February 2026
Awesome speedy service
Awesome speedy service. My glasses are the best I have ever had even from a professional optometrist. Thank you so much. We live in Mozambique and they deliver to our transporters in SA. Takes a week. Oh, and I love the clip ons. Can't believe I didn't do this decades ago.
25 February 2026
Highly Recommended!!! 5 Stars!
What an amazing experience!!
Customer service was 1000% !!!!
All of my emails were promptly answered, any questions and concerns were answered 100%.
My glasses were shipped from Hong Kong to South Africa with zero problems! And I paid zero additional fees at customs - no import tax, no duties and no additional VAT!
What a breeze! Received my glasses in 4 working days!
I ordered a pair of Gucci's for almost R7000 and had zero concerns.
What a great business! Will definitely use again and highly recommend to all! Don't hesitate - you won't regret!
15 February 2026
Great value for money
Quick, efficient and a great pair of sunglasses at a great price.
16 February 2026
Amazing prices and excellent service
Amazing prices and excellent service. Delivery in 10 days
17 February 2026
Excellent quality a
Excellent quality and lenses are crystal clear. Very fast delivery as well.
16 February 2026
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