Today I went for my eye test-which as an AA member I get for free every 2 years. Unfortunately (but not surprisingly) my eyes have changed and I need new lenses. I was hoping that by keeping the same frames, which I love, that it would work out cheaper, but crazily, it is cheaper to pay for new frames and lenses!! I go to Specsavers, which is cheaper than other options but the minimum quote for 1 pair of replacement glasses/lenses was $424. At a time when I am very aware of the fact our income will be dropping this is a big amount of money for one item so I asked for a copy of my prescription so I can shop around.
I know that Costco have an Optometry department and had seen some posts comparing prices so decided to give them a call for a quote. Based on my prescription they were able to give me a price. It is definitely cheaper to use my old frames but they need to see them to know if this is possible. For lenses only the quote was $190 and for lenses and frames the lenses are $160 + the cost of the frames I choose (which start at $100). I am planning a trip with my sister in the next few weeks so will take my frames in then and see what the options are.
If this proves to be a successful mission my Costco membership will have paid itself off for the next few years!
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