Boots Opticians Reviews 10,062

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 5 out of 5 stars

Boots Optician Swansea

Boots Optician Swansea
Emma Pearce the Optician was a true professional giving helful suggestions in regard my contact lense trial. Excellent customer sevice. Rob

3 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience, Rob. We’re delighted to hear that Emma provided such professional care and helpful guidance during your contact lens trial. We truly appreciate your kind words and are glad you received excellent service at our Swansea store.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I recently had an eye test at my local…boots

I recently had an eye test at my local boots opticians I was attended to by Keira and Wendy who were both very professional (especially Keira)with my needs.
In20 years of visiting more well-known
High Street opticians I have never received such attention and Care. I would just like to say thank you.
The opticians was in Portsmouth city Centre and I would encourage anybody who wants her eyes attended to professionally with the care and consideration I received to attend this branch. Many thanks again and I hope your company appreciates your hard work and gives you the recognition you deserve thank you.

1 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted to hear that Keira and Wendy provided such attentive, professional care during your visit to our Portsmouth City Centre store. It’s wonderful to know their support stood out so highly after many years of eye appointments elsewhere. We truly appreciate your kind words and your recommendation, and we’re grateful you took the time to recognise their hard work.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

really kind and efficient with checking…

really kind and efficient with checking my eyes and I don't need reading glasses anymore

13 January 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re so pleased to hear that the team were kind, efficient, and thorough during your eye check, and it’s wonderful news that you no longer need reading glasses. We truly appreciate your kind words.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I have a complaint about the Crystal…

I have a complaint about the Crystal Peaks store.

I signed up in Oct 2025 and had an eye test for the contact lens rewards scheme.

I had an eye test at that time and awaited my initial supply of lens.

From Dec 2025 I kept getting emails saying I needed another eye test. Which was confusing as no one had said anything to me about this and I had not even had my first supply of lens.

I rang up ( I had to ring the central office which took three attempts. They are useless and I will actively go out my way to never ring them again)

So I had a second eye test in Jan 2026

My next supply of lens is due now. I noticed when I login that it said my lens would go into store which I thought was odd as I’ve had a recent eye test.

So as I was going into another store I went and asked. They checked and said all was fine.

I then get a email to say my lens are going into store as I have not had an eye test.

So i ring the store. The
lady wasn’t that helpful until I pressed her to check the system. She then told me the system had been changed and she corrected it so my lens would come to me.

Today I receive a email to say my lens have been delivered but not to my house to the store.

I again ring up to be told I need to collect them (why this isn’t my fault)
And that I need to ring the central office to make sure this doesn’t happen again (why? )

I’m really unhappy with this.

I will now not have any lens to take on holiday with me

I feel I have been dismissed and no one has sorted this out in a reasonable manner.

I do not think the amount of phone calls I’ve had to make is acceptable or being told to come pick my lens up is the right response ( I live 20 mins away it’s not a quick visit and I have 2 young children)

The whole point was I signed up as it was convenient to have my lens delivered

None of this has been convenient

2 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re sorry to hear about the ongoing issues with your contact lens rewards plan and the inconvenience caused by repeated requests for eye tests, delivery errors, and the difficulty you’ve had resolving this through both the store and central team. This is not the level of service we aim to provide, and we understand how frustrating this has been, especially with an upcoming holiday and the added pressure of multiple phone calls. 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 opticians Fargate Sheffield


Boots opticians Fargate Sheffield. Always a pleasure to visit this particular branch. Dave Blenkinsop and his team could not be more helpfull , friendly and professional.

28 March 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted to hear that Dave and the team at our Fargate Sheffield store consistently provide such friendly, helpful, and professional service. We truly appreciate your kind words and your continued trust in the team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Assistance choosing new spectacles

A very helpful and knowledgeable lady called Vrindha helped and advised me when choosing 2 pairs of spectacles.
She took time to explain why certain frames were not suitable for varifocal lenses. I tried on several different types, and she helped me decide which shapes suited my face. She was very patient and didn't rush me into making my decision. Her focus on me, as the customer was first class and I would highly recommend seeking her out if you are in the Watford store.

1 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted to hear that Vrindha provided such knowledgeable, patient, and personalised support while helping you choose your new spectacles. It’s wonderful that she took the time to explain your varifocal options and guide you toward frames that suited you best. We truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation for our Watford store.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve been using boots opticians for a few years

I’ve been using boots opticians for a few years , today I had a my first eye exam with Sabbia, who was great , she’s professional, knowledgeable and thorough.
Sabbia addressed my concerns and reassured me, explaining the images and advising best drops for dry eyes.
Rav then took over to assist in choosing frames that are light weight and work best for my face shape. Rav was lovely, engaging , patient and helpful, she collected numerous designs to try, reassured me on my choice, went on to take more images and explain them fully.

These appointments are not something I look forward to or actually enjoy generally, however due to these to lovely women what a pleasant experience it was. Thank you both, Mandi xx

1 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience, Mandi. We’re delighted to hear that Sabbia provided such a thorough, reassuring eye exam and clearly explained your images and dry‑eye care. It’s wonderful to know that Rav was so patient and supportive in helping you find the right frames and guiding you through the process. We truly appreciate your kind words for them both and are glad your visit was such a positive one.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My annual eye test

From the email & post reminder through to the eye test,everything was really good and professional.From being greeted at the door all the way to having the eye test was very professional ,the lady’s we’re very polite & the ,optimistic Neil was also very caring & explained the pictures of my eye photos,putting me at ease,as I was a bit concerned as to weather all was ok,but he explained that all was fine.once again many thanks to all the crew,

1 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re so pleased to hear that everything felt professional and reassuring. It’s wonderful to know that the team made you feel welcome and that Neil took the time to explain your eye images clearly and put your mind at ease. We truly appreciate your kind words for the whole team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

wanted to have my eyes tested as not…

wanted to have my eyes tested as not been done for 2 years ,i decided to give boots a go,so glad i did they have been very helpful and Holly(manager) is so knowledgeable , polite, pleasant and honest in her opinion , i am very impressed and glad i went there, unfortunately i have forgotten the name of the Lady optician who done the eye test, she also was brilliant i will definitely go back there, thank you so much

1 April 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted to hear that you found the team so helpful and that Holly provided such knowledgeable, honest, and friendly support during your visit. We’re also pleased to know your optician delivered an excellent eye test. We truly appreciate your kind words and are glad you chose to visit us. We look forward to welcoming you back.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Thoroughly fed up with Boots Opticians LIVINGSTON

Thoroughly fed up with Boots Opticians. Joined their 'contact lens rewards plan' 2 years ago. Was getting pulled in for lens reviews every 3 months despite wearing lenses for 30 years. Messages via WhatsApp appeared to help and with a follow up call it was agreed yearly lens review was all that was required. This just seems to have stopped sending me lenses by post, but of course are STILL taking direct debits. I called and tried WhatsApp, who are both saying they can't help, go to the other one to sort it out. Ridiculous. I'll go OUT MY WAY to the shop to sort this out (hopefully) and get a refund and find another optician. No doubt, when I get to the shop there will be no one qualified to help. BTW, their WhatsApp service that THEY offered.

31 March 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We’re very sorry to hear about the difficulties you’ve faced with your contact lens rewards plan and the inconvenience caused by the repeated reviews, issues with deliveries, and conflicting information from different support channels. This is not the level of service we aim to provide, and we understand how frustrating this situation must be, especially when you’ve tried multiple times to resolve it. Can you please contact us at contactlenses@boots-opticians.co.uk with a copy of your review and we will be in touch.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent

What an amazing, kind and helpful bunch of people . Excellent service and very helpful. Would highly recommend to anyone . I won’t be going anywhere else from now on 👍

29 March 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your lovely feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you found the team so kind, helpful, and supportive during your visit. Your recommendation means a great deal to us, and we’re so pleased to know you’ll be returning in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service.

Debbie and Biran were very kind to me and my children at the appointment they were very helpful and provided excellent service. I highly recommend Boots Opticians in Weston Favell.

31 March 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re so pleased to hear that Debbie and Biran were so kind and helpful to you and your children during your appointment. It’s wonderful to know you received such excellent service. We truly appreciate your recommendation for our Weston Favell store.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The process was seamless


The process was seamless.
I booked an appointment online upon arrival I was quickly taken without any delay to have my eye test done.
When choosing my glasses, Sophie was great at giving advice. She was comprehensive in explaining the cost and the different options available.
I collected my glasses 6 days later!
Sophie went through the cover care again which I purchased upon collection of my glasses.
The customer service was exceptional from everyone who was part of my experience. This was my first visit to this branch and couldn't have been happier with my experience.
The standout was Sophie - every company needs a Sophie.
What a great asset she is to The business.

21 March 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted to hear that your visit was seamless from start to finish, and that Sophie provided such clear, helpful guidance when choosing and collecting your glasses. It’s wonderful to know the whole team offered exceptional service and that Sophie made such a standout impression. We truly appreciate your kind words.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Dominique and Lauren Haverhill store.

Both Dominique and Lauren were extremely knowledgeable helpful and very friendly.Explaining the various elements of my test’s and my purchase.
It was a pleasure to be assisted by them both.

31 March 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re so pleased to hear that Dominique and Lauren were friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful in guiding you through your tests and purchase. It’s wonderful to know they made your visit such a positive one. We truly appreciate your kind words.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent again

Excellent again, from start to finish, staff at boots Central six are extremely professional and very helpful, Joanna, Caron and Ardarsa are brilliant, very passionate about what they do and very helpful to customers, would highly recommend this store. Thank you all for your help.

31 March 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 Central Six store provided such professional, helpful care throughout your visit. It’s wonderful to know that Joanna, Caron, and Ardarsa made such a positive impression with their passion and support. We truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Making the appointment for my contact…

Making the appointment for my contact lenses check was easy. I wasn’t kept waiting & Shara was very helpful & knowledgeable.
I have been with Boots for over 25 years & very happy with the service

31 March 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re so pleased to hear that booking was easy and that Shara provided such helpful, knowledgeable care during your contact lens check. It means a lot to know you’ve trusted Boots for over 25 years, and we truly appreciate your continued loyalty.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had an emergency appointment and was…

I had an emergency appointment and was really impressed with the care I received from both the optical consultant Charlotte and the optician Abbie. They were professional, attentive, and acted quickly while still taking the time to explain everything clearly and reassure me throughout. Their calm and friendly approach made a stressful situation much easier to handle. I’m very grateful for their expertise and excellent care.

19 March 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re so pleased to hear that Charlotte and Abbie provided such professional, attentive care during your emergency appointment. Their clear explanations and reassuring approach during a stressful moment mean a great deal. We truly appreciate your kind words and are glad you felt well supported throughout.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Was at Boots Options Derbian Centre…yes

Was at Boots Options Derbian Centre looking for sunglasses their assistant help me so well I purchased a pair of sunglasses. The assistants name was Ethan and he was a gear help.

31 March 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re so pleased to hear that Ethan was so helpful during your visit to our Derbion Centre store and supported you in choosing your new sunglasses. We truly appreciate your kind words.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I would like to thank Nathan for my eye…

I would like to thank Nathan for my eye test .And putting my mind at rest after my eye scan .Very professional top man .And Nicole for helping me pick my frames and lenses.Also very professional top lady .Many thanks George

31 March 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience, George. We’re so pleased to hear that Nathan provided a reassuring and professional eye test, and that Nicole offered such helpful support while choosing your frames and lenses. We truly appreciate your kind words for them both.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

High standard of service & competitive prices

Such a friendly welcome. My husband and I had lots of questions which were quickly answered as we were bringing a prescription from another opticians. Danni was extremely helpful and knowledgeable when helping to choose frames and lenses and very approachable (and so was Doug) We were seen very quickly and saved a huge amount of money compared to where we had been going. Great standard of service at extremely competitive prices. Thank you 🙏☺️

31 March 2026
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Reply from Boots Opticians

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted to hear that you received such a friendly welcome and that Danni and Doug were so helpful and knowledgeable when supporting you with your frames, lenses, and prescription. It’s great to know you were seen quickly and found excellent value, too. We truly appreciate your kind words.

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