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M&S Opticians Reviews 292

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.3

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Evaluating 228 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their exceptional helpfulness, professionalism, and friendly demeanor, making the entire process pleasant and reassuring. Many people highlight the excellent service received, from thorough eye and hearing tests to efficient assistance with frame selection and aftercare. However, some customers expressed dissatisfaction with the product quality, noting issues with glasses not being optically precise or frames being faulty. A few people also found the prices to be too high compared to competitors and felt there wasn't enough choice in frames. Additionally, some reviewers reported poor after-sales service and occasional negative interactions with certain staff members.

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Staff

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Service

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Product

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Price

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Quality

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

M&S Opticians are reasonably efficient, BUT, the optical precision was seriously floored on the first pair of specs, and the second pair, although better, are not good for reading. But I will put up... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I went today to Marks and Spencer opticians at Castle Point Bournemouth. The whole procedure was excellent. Lourdes was very good at talking me through the process and helping me with my choices. Dan... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve been with my regular optician for 20 years after my optician retired I was not happy with the results for the last year my glasses did not feel correct. After being recommended M&S I went to che... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The staff could not have been more helpful. There were always appointments available without waiting long. I had an issue with the frames I chose. It was sorted without fuss and it was a more relaxed,... See more

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Company details

  1. Optician
  2. Contact Lenses Supplier
  3. Glasses Store
  4. Hearing Aid Store
  5. Optometrist
  6. Sunglasses Store

Optical and hearing services

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Optical services
Eye tests, OCT scan included, NHS eyecare, frame styling, contact lenses, outside prescriptions welcome.
Hearing services
Free hearing checks, latest hearing aid technology, NHS hearing care.

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4.3

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

292 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly professional staff

Greeted and sat down, told what would happen during the eye test. Staff were very friendly.
Professional all the way through, not pushed to buy any products.
Very happy with the whole experience

February 4, 2026
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Mrs Diane Murphy, we're glad you had such a wonderful experience with us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Totally recommend M&S optician

I’ve been with my regular optician for 20 years after my optician retired I was not happy with the results for the last year my glasses did not feel correct. After being recommended M&S I went to check out my vision … yes my glasses were not correct I also suffer with dry eyes which was explained and how to treat them. Yes the treatment has worked and I look forward to my new glasses. From beginning to purchase I feel confident these will be fine. Also à hearing test thrown in free and free back of eye photo. Head off to M&S optician you won’t be disappointed

February 2, 2026
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June Mitchell, we're glad you had such a wonderful experience with us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really helpful friendly staff with…

Really helpful friendly staff with great knowledge and understanding. The glasses are good quality for reasonable prices. I would definitely recommend them and I have no hesitation being a repeat customer.

February 5, 2026
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Kaz, thank you so much for your high rating!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service, extremely helpful and an extensive range of glasses

December 8, 2025
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We appreciate your positive review about your recent experience with us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service from M&S Cantrbury Opticians

We are never disappointed with the excellent service given by the staff at M&S Opticians Canterbury particularly by Jacolyn and Rowan patient ' charming and capable young ladies

February 7, 2026
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Lyn Baxter, we are very happy we could provide you with a positive experience!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Transitional Lenses

I was looking for a compromise between normal prescription and sunglasses and staff recommended transitional lenses. I had tried these before with poor results but was prepared to give them another try. The type of lenses provided perform exactly as described and I could not be more satisfied !

February 9, 2026
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If you're ever in need of more help, please let us know!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Service

The Team were very polite and professional. The gentleman who supported me in finding my frame was extremely helpful and supportive.

February 2, 2026
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Vanessa, your wonderful feedback and rating mean a lot to us.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Expensive and wrong prescription advised

Had an eye test and paid £470 for a pair of glasses when they came could not wear them as could see better without them or with my old prescription the optician said my eyes had changed a lot. I returned the glasses for a refund and went to vision express had another test which was massively lower prescription than that stated be M&S vision express made two pairs which are perfect

January 3, 2026
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We’re sorry to hear about your experience and appreciate your honest feedback. Your satisfaction is important to us. Please email customercare@mandsopticians.com to provide more details.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The friendly professional service from…

The friendly professional service from eye test frame selection through to collection, and the excellent end product
Just ordered my third pair
M&S Standards shine through the Leeds branch ( White Rose )
Leaves competition in their wake

February 6, 2026
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Dennis Ashman, we are glad we could help!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thanks to Dominika and Taz at M&S…

Thanks to Dominika and Taz at M&S Opticians in Camberley. I was very late due to traffic and they were very accommodating. Calm environment and pleasant service. Looking forward to my new pair of glasses in a couple of weeks.

February 5, 2026
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Elaine, your wonderful feedback and rating mean a lot to us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service by Moe

We went to M&S opticians in Central Milton Keynes today as my husband had a problem with his glasses. Moe the manager greeted us and after finding out what was needed swiftly sorted Pauls glasses. It was a very easy and professional service, I highly recommend this branch nothing ever seems to phase them. 5 star service

February 5, 2026
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We’re pleased to hear we could provide you with a memorable experience during your visit. Thank you for trusting M&S Opticians. We’re here whenever you need us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

2nd time ive used York M & S

2nd time I’ve used the monks cross York branch and found them excellent. Thorough, professional, diligent, knowledgeable. Cannot fault their service. Highly recommend them.

February 2, 2026
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David Turnell, thanks for taking the time to leave a review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is my second time at this branch a…

This is my second time at this branch a the service and care is second to none!
The quality of the glasses are very good quality.

January 31, 2026
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David Hood, we're glad you had such a wonderful experience with us!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

M and S Cheshire Oaks

M and S Cheshire Oaks . Firstly the actual optician was excellent - really very helpful informative and quick.
The staff around her were less than helpful. Why on Gods earth can they not email results to the customer? My wife ordered some glasses following her test and two weeks later not even a peep out of them as to why. I found some of the staff and certainly not all either bored or abrupt. I did not take to the first individual who seemed to think the whole process was somewhat beneath her.

I am also a bit concerned that these people get massive lucrative referral fees for ophthalmologists . The one I was referred to by delightful optician was doubtless stellar but also cost nearly 8000 quid for an operation that would take just under 45 minutes..
I really suspect there is quite a racket behind all the ritzy facades.

January 15, 2026
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Reply from M&S Opticians

Hi Robe, we appreciate your honest feedback, as we are always looking for ways to improve. Thank You

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great glasses

Very knowledgeable people and honest when trying on glasses and told you if wrong for the face. So ordered two pairs one for myself and one for the wife and just waiting for them to arrive, but all in all a fantastic experience.

January 26, 2026
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We appreciate your positive review about your recent experience with us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service all round

The whole team were brilliant but a big shout out to Nina who was fantastic with me, recommending glasses in certain styles, but also woth my grandad who has dementia and cataracts. First class service all round, and with Fleur who advised on lenses and colouringa.

January 28, 2026
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Hi Rosie Anderson! We're so happy we were able to help you out!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you, David, Charlotte and Susan

I was seen by David, Susan and Charlotte for my eye check up and hearing test. The service was fantastic, extremely professional, and the glasses were ready in under a week! I would highly recommend them and will definitely come back in a year - thank you! Marion M.

January 27, 2026
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Thank you so much again for your feedback! We hope you have a great day!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I can honesty say from start to finish…

I can honesty say from start to finish I had a professional service with everything explained at each stage. I felt they were reassuring yet honest at the same time. I went away happy and would certainly recommend to others. Thank you.

January 30, 2026
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Angie And Steve Williams, thank you so much for your high rating!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

M & S Opticians Bournemouth.

I have been using the Castlepoint Bournemouth branch optical team since it was first opened. Always really good: thorough, efficient, professional and friendly. I would strongly recommend them.

January 30, 2026
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Steve., we're glad you had such a wonderful experience with us!

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