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What do I need to get glasses at Costco?
Yes, you need to be a member to purchase glasses or contacts at Costco Optical centers. However, you do not need to be a member to make an appointment with our in-house optometrist.
How does getting glasses at Costco work?
To place a Costco Optical order online or in person, you must be a Costco member. If you're not already a member, you'll need to join. If you're ordering prescription contact lenses, you'll need your prescription handy. You can place an order through the website or the app.
Will Costco put lenses in my own frames?
It's entirely dependent on the Costco location and what their optical team decides. One thing that is consistent at all Costco's is that they are not happy about replacing lenses in your own frame. Especially if you didn't buy them there.
How does getting glasses at Costco work?
To place a Costco Optical order online or in person, you must be a Costco member. If you're not already a member, you'll need to join. If you're ordering prescription contact lenses, you'll need your prescription handy. You can place an order through the website or the app.
How do I get an eye prescription at Costco?
If you need to schedule an exam, please call the Independent Doctor of Optometry directly or call your local Costco Warehouse, select the Optical Department when prompted, and your call will be transferred to the Independent Doctor of Optometry's office. Costco now accepts most vision insurance plans.
What do I need to get glasses at Costco?
Yes, you need to be a member to purchase glasses or contacts at Costco Optical centers. However, you do not need to be a member to make an appointment with our in-house optometrist.
How long does it take for Costco to have glasses ready?
If you order glasses for in-person pickup, Costco states they will take about 7 days to process. If you order glasses delivered to your home, it'll also take 7 days to process plus an additional 7 to 14 days to ship.
Will Costco adjust glasses for free?
Costco will repair or adjust your glasses whether you bought them at Costco or elsewhere. If the repairs needed are minor, Costco offers the services for free.
Is Costco Optical cheaper than LensCrafters?
The median cost for glasses at Costco was $186, while the median price at
was $369. (That cost is based on members who didn't have insurance.) The warehouse club chain also scored well on the quality of the frames it sells and follow-up service, according to consumer website Clark.com.
Will Costco put lenses in my own frames?
It's entirely dependent on the Costco location and what their optical team decides. One thing that is consistent at all Costco's is that they are not happy about replacing lenses in your own frame. Especially if you didn't buy them there.
Are Costco lenses expensive?
When we checked prices over the phone at Costco Optical locations across the country in September 2022, we found that single-vision lenses start at $62 on average and frames start at around $47 on average. Based on these numbers, you can get a basic pair of
from Costco starting at around $109.
Can I take my eye prescription to Costco?
Bring in your current prescription today or visit the Independent Doctor of Optometry located in or near most Costco locations. Costco Optical prides itself on having some of the most knowledgeable employees in the industry.
Can I get lenses for my own frames?
The simple answer is yes. It is possible to replace your prescription eyeglass lens and keep your current frames.
Can you put lenses in the frames I bought at another store?
You can put old lenses in new frames in most cases, as long as the new frames are the same ones you used to have. An eye care professional will just need to make sure your prescription doesn't restrict the type of eyewear you use so that you don't have issues down the line.