Boots Opticians Reviews 10,080

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Evaluating 2,283 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the staff for their exceptional helpfulness, extensive product knowledge, and professional demeanor, making interactions pleasant and informative. Many people highlight the excellent customer service and smooth user experience, noting the personalized attention and efficient resolution of their needs. However, some people were dissatisfied with the product itself, with a few mentioning that new glasses did not improve their vision or that there were issues with the quality of the frames. Additionally, a small portion of people felt that some staff members were unhelpful or unprofessional, leading to negative experiences with waiting times or a lack of communication.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I could wax lyrical about the personal service but I have done so before. However I would also like to congratulate Boots for keeping a place on the high street. They also give employment to many and... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Inverness Had eye test on 11th April. Shona was very thorough and gave me information and advice on my eye health and eye health generally which nobody had ever mentioned to me before. I much appr... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Needed new variofocal lens and frames…excellent service by Team Leader Sam at Brentgovel Street in Bury St Edmunds….she listened to all my requirements, had great patience in showing me a wide range o... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We visited our local boots store in Congleton on 21st April 2026. On arrival we were greeted by two ladies stood on reception in a friendly and professional manner, top marks! A staff member named Jod... See more

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Company details

  1. Optician
  2. Contact Lenses Supplier
  3. Eye Care Center
  4. Glasses Store
  5. Sunglasses Store

About Boots Opticians

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Whether you need an eye test or want to pick up some new glasses or contact lenses, Boots Opticians is the place to go.

With 540 branches across the UK, you're sure to find one close to you. We pride ourselves on our premium level of service and clinical care standards, so when you visit Boots Opticians, you'll know that you're in safe hands.

Discover our range of affordable glasses from our own brand range to your favourite designer brands.

We also stock a wide range of contact lenses, including daily contact lenses, monthly contact lenses, bifocal contact lenses and varifocal contact lenses.


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4.4

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Glassed received now 4th May

Eye test and ordering my new prescription glasses a breeze all went very well. Staff super, kind and knowledgeable. Glasses to take 2 weeks.
Didn't hear anything from them after just over a fortnight so decided to ring. After a little while I was told the manufacturers had cancelled my order, but they weren't informed. So had to be reordered and another wait for 2 weeks. I went back to Boots from Specsavers and now not sure that was a good move. Yes I got an apology, but that doesn't help when my old glasses are broken. Very disappointed.

2 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that your eye test and the support you received initially were positive, but we’re sorry to learn about the delay and lack of communication regarding your glasses order. We understand how disappointing this must be, especially when your previous glasses were already broken. Can you please contact us at boots.customercare@boots.co.uk with a copy of your review and we will be in touch.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I visited the Frimley High Street…

I visited the Frimley High Street branch, the staff were very helpful, after my eye test, I chose my glasses, I was shown respect and patience, us 70+ take a little longer.
Kindness was shown.Thankyou.

2 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted to hear that the team at our Frimley High Street branch were so helpful, respectful, and patient throughout your visit. It’s wonderful to know you felt kindness and understanding while choosing your glasses after your eye test. We truly appreciate your thoughtful feedback and thank you for taking the time to let us know.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great staff

Josh was especially helpful. Highly recommend

11 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Josh was especially helpful during your visit. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Tracey in Romsey not only sold me a…

Tracey in Romsey not only sold me a pair of sunglasses but ,unprompted ,sorted out a problem with my varifocals. First class service provided without fuss and quickly. We were very impressed and grateful for the service we received.

20 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted to hear that Tracey provided such first‑class service during your visit to our Romsey store. It’s wonderful to know she not only helped you choose your sunglasses but also proactively resolved an issue with your varifocals so efficiently and without fuss. We truly appreciate your kind words and are very pleased you felt so well looked after.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you! Kieran,Charlie and Tom were the…

Kieran,Charlie and Tom were the friendliest, down to earth, helpful team who guided me through my eye test and choice of frames with patience and kindness.

20 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted to hear that Kieran, Charlie, and Tom made you feel so welcome and supported. It’s wonderful to know their friendly, down‑to‑earth approach, patience, and kindness helped guide you confidently through your eye test and frame choice. We truly appreciate your kind words.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Boots Opticians 127 High Street Hornchurch

This is the second time I have been back to Boots opticians Hornchurch High street within the couple of months .

I was invited by Anita Sian to come into Boots Opticians Hornchurch for her to check my eye health and to have a general conversation .

Anita, was extremely kind, gentle and calm she listened to my concerns and she was very polite and professional in her response and explained her professional terminology that she was using to me.

Anita, gave me a new prescription for my glasses and then handed me over to Debbie to advise me on new lenses that I wanted to fit in my original Tom Ford frames.

Debbie was professional and pointed out that my frames the coating was coming off due to the wear and tear so it would be difficult to fit new lenses into them and they may be sent back as they would be unable to put the new lenses in due to the wear of my frames as they have to heat the frames up and they can become brittle.

After this discussion with Debbie, I decided to look for new frames .Debbie, went through different styles and shapes with me but it didn’t take me long to choose a pair .

I chose a pair of Boss frames with new prescription lenses .I paid the 50% deposit and Debbie also had pre booked another appointment on May bank holiday for me to come in when they are ready so she can fit the glasses for me.

All in all , the service was very professional, pleasant and caring .

Thank you to Anita & Debbie this experience was excellent.

Thank you
Ian

20 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your feedback, Ian. We’re pleased to hear that Anita and Debbie provided such kind, professional, and caring support during your visits to our Hornchurch High Street store. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to seeing you again when your new glasses are ready.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service replaced my nose…

Excellent service replaced my nose pads on my sunglasses free of charge

20 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that the team were able to replace the nose pads on your sunglasses free of charge and provide excellent service. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service by very professional staff

Catherine/Sara/Jo/Charlie/Tracey and Paige made our visit very comfortable by being warm, friendly and
professional. Providing an excellent service.
That’s why we continue to return to Boots Opticians Romsey.

17 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Catherine, Sara, Jo, Charlie, Tracey, and Paige made your visit to our Romsey store so comfortable with their warm, friendly, and professional service. It means a great deal to us that this is why you continue to return, and we truly appreciate your continued trust.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Chaotic & inefficient system

Chaotic & inefficient system. They confiscate contact lenses if you are due an eye test even though the contact lenses appointment check is within date. Always have to wait to be seen approx 20 minutes, always different staff testing eyes, main door to shop always locked. Boots used to be great. Likely to go elsewhere ongoing

18 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear about your experience and the concerns you’ve raised regarding waiting times, appointment consistency, and the handling of your contact lenses. Can you please contact us at boots.customercare@boots.co.uk with a copy of your review and we will be in touch.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Boots at wells were absolutely amazing

Boots at wells were absolutely amazing. I can’t believe how long they spent with me and the kindness they showed. I had a problem with my eyes so I was very anxious when I went in but was made to feel at ease immediately. They gave me lots of reassurance that I was completely and throughly checked. Also lovely advice and help while choosing new glasses. I would definitely recommend the team especially Cary’s, Lukas, Claire and Andreea who were all lovely .

15 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re so pleased to hear that the team at our Wells store made you feel at ease, especially during what must have been an anxious visit. It’s wonderful to know you felt thoroughly cared for and supported throughout your eye checks and while choosing new glasses. A special thank you for your kind words about Carys, Lukas, Claire, and Andreea.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Today I went to Boots Opticians in Newton Abbot town centre.

Today I went to Boots Opticians in Newton Abbot town centre with a suspected detached retina.
I received a wonderful service from Satnam and Holly so, a big thank you to both.
I would recommend this Opticians to everyone.

18 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re so pleased to hear that Satnam and Holly provided such wonderful care during your visit to our Newton Abbot town centre store, especially at what must have been a worrying time. It’s reassuring to know you felt well supported, and we truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Tavistock Opticians’s are the best…

Tavistock Opticians’s are the best opticians I have been to From when you walk in the door have your eyes tested by Natasha who is spot on with the test to lovely James who fitted my glasses to Dana and lovely ladies who work there are brilliant always cheerful and very helpful I would definitely recommend Tavistock Boots are the best . Some opticians make you feel uncomfortable when you need adjustment but not there . They are like a little family 10 out of 10 x

16 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing such lovely feedback. We’re delighted to hear that the team at our Tavistock store made you feel so welcome and comfortable from the moment you arrived. It’s wonderful to know that Natasha provided such a thorough eye test and that James, Dana, and the rest of the team were cheerful, supportive, and always happy to help. We truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation, and we’re so pleased the team made you feel part of the Boots family.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service , very friendly staff

4 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you received excellent service and found the team very friendly. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Buying new glasses

The staff were very helpful at my appointment taking the tests before my appointment and explaining everything to me
Sunny helped me organise the glasses once I had chosen the pair I wanted, he made sure they fitted alright and because they are bifocals that the lenses would be in the right place.
Sunny was also helpful in ensuring I got the discount I was entitled to because I am over 60.
I went back 2 weeks later as my glasses were sliding down my nose and again Sunny was able to help me.
I also purchased a second pair of bifocal sunglasses as Boots are offering a discount on a second pair.
I would definitely recommend the team at Boots opticians Livingston and I thank them for their excellent service

3 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted to hear that the team at our Livingston store were so helpful and thorough throughout your visit, from the pre‑appointment tests to explaining everything clearly. It’s wonderful to know that Sunny provided such attentive support, ensuring your bifocals were fitted correctly, helping you access the discounts you were entitled to, and assisting again when adjustments were needed. We really appreciate your kind words and recommendation, and we’re so pleased you received excellent service from the whole team.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Poor frames

My actual test was with an absolutely lovely woman went and got new glasses which were the exact same frames and booked an appointment to collect, later found out that appointment was never booked and got lucky when we found to see if my glasses had arrived, when we went to collect them later that day I immediately knew something was wrong but we were dismissed as it being my eyes needing adjusting, I've had glasses since I was about 7, I know the difference and a few days later we realised they were completely wonky, went back in was originally brushed off but they fixed them after much adjusting and the next day I've noticed the hinge is popping so the arms moving. For the amount of money I paid the quality is awful

17 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that your eye test was carried out professionally, but we’re sorry to learn about the issues you experienced with the collection, quality, and fitting of your glasses. This is not the level of service or product standard we aim to provide. Can you please contact us at boots.customercare@boots.co.uk with a copy of your review and we will be in touch.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sarah was very helpful and good at her…

Sarah was very helpful and good at her job the range of sunglasses where good all the staff were friendly

14 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re so pleased to hear that Sarah was helpful and did a great job during your visit, and that you liked the range of sunglasses available. It’s lovely to know the whole team made you feel welcome and provided friendly service. We truly appreciate your kind words.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service

Rob the Optometrist at Boots Optician, Warminster exceeded my expectation. I have seen many opticians in the past but he was the most knowledgeable concerning my corneal graft and gave my eyes a thorough test regarding new glasses. Also, his colleague, Sarah, gave us great service concerning purchasing my new glasses. I highly recommend Boots Optician as you won't be disappointed.

16 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted to hear that Rob provided such knowledgeable and thorough care during your eye examination, particularly in relation to your corneal graft. It’s wonderful to know his expertise exceeded your expectations. We’re also pleased that Sarah offered such great support when purchasing your new glasses. Your recommendation means a great deal to us, and we truly appreciate your kind words for the Warminster team.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Regretting a previous 5* review

I like this store. The optician is amazing and thorough. I brought back a previous pair of sunglasses that needed replacing after cataract surgery. I paid £102 for the lenses to be swapped out. As a new pair was £210. A week and a bit passed. I was called, thinking everything was done and to arrange a fitting. No. It was to say they wanted more money £110 or £130, all because they changed lense supplier. The price was agreed. The agreement was made. Contractually they should have honoured the price. Trust broken. Customer loyalty destroyed. How many other customers have they done this to?
Wrong, is an understatement. Not a great way to deal with contracts made and agreed to.
I spent my money elsewhere.
I suggest you do the same, if they mess you about too.

7 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that you value the optician’s care, but we’re very sorry to hear about the issues you experienced regarding the agreed price for your lenses and the subsequent request for additional payment. Can you please contact us at boots.customercare@boots.co.uk with a copy of your review and we will be in touch.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Poor communication and quality of service

I have not had any good experience with Boots optician at Solihull. They were not able to manufacture Varifocals, I had to go back-and-forth for several months wasting my time and eventually had to have a refund. I was made to feel as if there was something wrong with me rather than their ability to make the correct lens. As I had eye test with them, I went ahead with simple reading glasses. One of them was delivered okay and the other had a big scratch on the frame so I had to re-order and currently I am wasting my time repeatedly calling Boots Opticians to see if reorder has been delivered to no avail as nobody picks up the phone so I’m not sure if they are ready to be picked up or when they will be. overall v poor experience for an expensive service that is not meeting standards of service or quality.

17 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear about the ongoing issues you’ve experienced at the Solihull branch, including the difficulties with varifocals, the quality concerns with your glasses, and the frustration caused by repeated delays and lack of communication. Can you please contact us at boots.customercare@boots.co.uk with a copy of your review and we will be in touch.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I felt degraded

My new specs. I get crossed eyed Doubled graded from the one I am using at present. Went for a check to get an extra pair. I was told to get used to it. Which I disagree. It makes me feel dizzy.

I felt horrid with the lady in charge (Cornwall St. Plymouth) yesterday she was trying to phone the other opticians to find out about my personal records. This is not acceptable bridge of confidentiality. I felt degraded with her action. Why would she do that! Not happy at all.

16 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear about the difficulties you’ve experienced with your new prescription and that the glasses have made you feel uncomfortable. We also understand your concerns regarding how your records were handled and how this situation made you feel. Can you please contact us at boots.customercare@boots.co.uk with a copy of your review and we will be in touch.

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