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America's Best has a rating of 2.2 stars from 516 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers complaining about America's Best most frequently mention eye exam, customer service, and new glasses problems. America's Best ranks 76th among Contact Lenses sites.

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Positive reviews (last 12 months): 31.1%
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Top Positive Review

“GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE”

Doug D.
5/1/24

I have been a customer for several years. Multiple glasses and lenses purchased due to changing eyes. The staff at America's Best in York, PA have been great to work with. When their supplier for a sun glass frame had difficulty with the lenses, they provided alternatives and worked with me. I experienced excellent service from the staff. Mike the manager was involved and was super to work with. Next time I need glasses I'll be back. I recommend the York, PA America's Best! - Doug D.

Top Critical Review

“Worst customer service I've experienced in a long time. If this is America's best we are doomed,”

George S.
7/19/24

I ordered 2 sets of glasses online on 7/4/24, they showed estimated ship date of 7/14/24. It's now 7/19/24 and I can't even get a status update, after waiting over 30 minutes on hold I gave up and left a voicemail message. We'll see if I get any response from "customer care" or should I say "customer, we don't care".

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April 17th, 2023

Went through at least three tries to get my lenses made correctly but I'm now living with lenses that aren't correct. The doctor is no longer there and I don't know why, but if he left stuff off people's prescriptions or didn't prescribe correctly I can see why as I'm living with lenses that are not correct until I find another doctor.

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October 3rd, 2023

Please please please never go to this shop and Doctors
They are crook. They just taking your money. They are an honest. Doctors are unfriendly even the front desk, woman, unfriendly and rude. Please never go to this place never ever.

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July 19th, 2023

I want to say that this was my first time at America's Best, I would have to say that I was very impressed with the service and attention I received at this establishment. I was very impressed and happy with knowing and feeling like I made the best choice. This comes from my experience with D. Griffith, O.D. To all the staff that attended me. I was also very impressed with the attention and knowledge given to me by associate Ellen, she helped me with my choices and was very informative. Ellen was also friendly and made me feel comfortable. This location made me feel right at home and that is important.
You have made a client out of me... Thank you.
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April 8th, 2021

I bought two pair of glasses at the same time. One pair had a lens fall out in the store as they fitted them to me. They fixed the lens and I was on my way. It was over a year when the first pair were showing signs of wear and I pulled out my second pair. The pair that had the lens fall out and they fixed. Had the same lens fell out again as I tried to wear them. I took them back and a man tried to fix them but didn't have the equipment to finish the repair. He told me to take them home and finish the job myself. I did what I could and I started wearing them The very first day I bumped the glasses on my face and the lens fell out. I took them back to the store where I bought them and they told me they were fine and didn't need repair. I called the head office and they told me that because I had them over a year they would not fix them, even though They were bad from the day I paid for them. I can't think of any eyeglass company that ever refused to fix a problem with their product.

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September 7th, 2022

I walked in with broken glasses and no appointment.
I walked out with glasses that were repaired, adjusted perfectly and clean.
Technician was good at her job and friendly.
All at no additional charge since I purchased glasses at a different store.
Thanks again!

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July 15th, 2023

Well i made an appointment two different times due to americas best calling me both times the day before i was to go in saying the doctor at the last moment won't be in first time it was said they won't be there for 2 wks now this time 2/14/23 just won't be in well i think they are full of...t this mays landing store is the worst it seems to me that in order to go here you need to have top rate insurance i will never try to make appointment here again

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May 11th, 2022

Supervisor Justin dresses inappropriately; is very argumentative; not pleasant to be around at all. I was working with one of the female floor assistance and she was very pleasant and kind; then Justin walked over to us in his shorts, shoulder cross-over bag on his body, and a t-shirt and he looked at my prescription which I had in my hand and said to me that he doesn't know if the prescription is for computer long-distance or not. NO ONE ASKED HIM so I don't know why he was even talking to me. As I walked away because Justin kept confusing me about what can be done, I told him I am now frustrated because I was working with the female customer service and he butted in for now reason. When I asked him to step aside and let me work with the young lady he argued some more. It was a back and forth argument with Justin, which I assume he has power struggle issues. I got nothing done there and left to find another place where customers are valued - and not attacked.

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December 7th, 2023

Salpi and the staff at the location on Foothill Blvd did a great job in reviewing the condition of my vision, taking care of the chore of my getting new eyeglasses and the best options for me. Thanks to everyone..

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May 3rd, 2021

I went to America's Best Eyeglasses and Contacts located at Jefferson Commons at ******* Jefferson Avenue, Suite 249, Newport News, VA ******* for the advertised 'Get 2 pairs of glasses priced at $59.95 with single-vision, uncoated plastic lenses and get a free eye exam! Browse glasses online, and visit an America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses near you to seal the deal!" I left having to pay $50 with no glasses. They stated the special did not include presecription lens, just the frames. This is a blantant bait and switch. Do not go there, it's a scam.

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Do not waste your time or money at America's Best Contacts and Eyeglasses.

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I got the eye exam, but no glasses.

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January 27th, 2021

I had the best customer service ever from Mrs Tracee Price. Was having some difficulties with my glasses where I had purchased my glasses before the pandemic and I thought the company would not fix and replace them but Mrs Price solved the probable so quickly I could not tell it had been a problem. Thank you so much for your kindness and thoughtfulness. Every time I I come in to your store you nothing but good customer service.

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February 12th, 2022

My review is for the Sheridan Dr. location! Short and Sweet I recommend them to anyone, The Staff was excellent very pleasant and helpful. My overall experience was great, this location is very clean and neat following all covd 19 guidelines.

Satisfied Customer,

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June 2nd, 2022

I made an appointment for an eye exam to get a dmv form filled out to get a drivers license. I told them the purpose for my appointment when I made the appointment. The employee that saw me said the optometrist would not fill out the form because the date on the form was old. The importance of the form is the date of the exam not the date I received the form from the dmv. Such ignorance in the workplace is unacceptable.

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stay away from america's best. these people are too stupid to get themselves out of bed in the morning.

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nothing. I told them of the purpose of my visit when I made the appointment, but upon arrival they refused service.

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November 15th, 2019

Do not be fooled by the 2 for $69.99 deal. They do not disclose hidden fees. Complete SCAM!
I made my appointment for glasses n contact exam and. When I went in I was asked if I was doing the $69.99 deal I said yes. No mention of additional charges. After my exam I was told I could not get the deal because I got the contact fitting exam. My exam only was now $89 with no glasses. If I wanted glasses they would be $59.99 for cheapest ones each. So my $69.99 deal I came in on would now be $208.98! I even offered to pay the difference of contact exam and was told I still couldn't get 2 for 1 deal on glasses. Complete rip off!

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October 29th, 2022

I would highly recommend NOT to go to Americas Best because the doctor was 35 minutes late and they have a policy that you have to "trial" contacts before ordering them. I have had the same contacts for 25 years and do not need to trial them. They did not have any contacts on hand and had to order them. I was told I have to wait 10 days before they come in! I needed them immediately but they refused to help me. They promised the doctor would call in a day or two with a solution and he didn't! I called them and they said the doctor would be gone for two more days and whoever told me he would call was wrong! The manager couldn't do anything and was just helpless. The whole place is so unorganized and the whole experience was awful! If you need contacts it will be a very long time before you get them. Definitely don't go here if you need them in a hurry.

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Do not go to Americas Best if you need contacts

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July 26th, 2023

My mother had a stroke 6 months ago and can barely walk. We came to Americas Best in Steelyard for glasses. The whole staff couldn't have been nicer to my mother sister and I. Robert the manager helped with the glasses. He had my mother sit at a desk while him and I brought her frames to look at. This took a long time. Robert made this experience pleasant. My sister and I were touched that someone would show our mother such kindness and compassion. When the glasses came in I picked them up. My mother could not enter the store as she was having a bad day. Robert remembered us. He took the glasses out to my mother and fitted them to her in my car. Again, I was almost crying as this person was so kind to her. Thanks for this experience. We will be at Americas Best for life. Thank you, Robert.

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October 29th, 2021

Over 7weeks they changed on me 3 different eye drops my eye got worst... Now i tried ask for help again they just want set appoitment and another $30... Every visit cost but not sure doctirs know what is going on like a testing rabbit... Horrible service never again

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July 12th, 2022

The store at 1810 S 320th St Suite A, Federal Way, WA *******
Has the worst customer service ever! I walked in and there was the least 10 people in blue jackets just looking clueless and pretended as if I wasn't there. When I spoke up to ask for help to women one named michelle and the other Cymone rudely addressed me and said. We are busy and you just have to wait! After I spent $1000. 00 for glasses which 2 pair was defective/broke in less than a week! You want my money but you can't give me respectful service! Never again America's Best my radio show and social needs to know about when spending your hard earned money you deserve to be treated well Especially when receiving released defective glasses. Training is needed for these you adults when there are too many options to buy glasses.

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April 14th, 2023

Made appts for husband and myself. Dr was 15 min late and rushed. I told him I had prisms and he said "oh" then checked for that. I said I was having trouble with up close reading and he said my prism changed a bit. Fastest eye exam I ever had. When I went to get them, no prism in them. I was told Dr would be in to fix them in two days. I asked to be called, no call. I wanted to be sure the right script was put in them. When I called the receptionist was very snarky and rude. Would not listen to my needs. Now I have to go back again to get eyes rechecked because Dr messed up. I pay for what I need and it's upsetting when it isn't correct from a specialist and then get treated badly by other employees.

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September 15th, 2022

Me and my daughter went to the location at 4068 Milwaukee Ave Emily Gabby Tiffani and the young lady that helped Tiffani can't remember her name and Dr. Phu were the best courteous kind knowledgeable helpful the list goes on the whole experience was amazing the location was clean organized all stores should be run like this

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July 29th, 2022

I had two consecutive appts at America's best, prefilled their questionaire online. They called 25 mins before my first appointment and wanted me to come in 10 mins earlier leaving me a total of 15 mins to get there for more paperwork. Do you think this could have been asked for a little earlier? After getting there early we're informed that you have to wear a mask to get an exam, again there is no reason this could not have been disclosed earlier as my husband had cancer removed from his nose just recently and a mask would irritate his nose. I really don't appreciate the $#*!ty communication and waste of my time with questionaires, scheduling and driving there in a hurry. F-

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Call and verify and ask any questions before scheduling as website and communication is INCOMPLETE

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December 13th, 2022

Some people are uncaring and borderline just rude. They don't seem to know what they are doing. I had to go back to them for a retest because they got my prescription all wrong the first time then I've had to wait over three weeks for my remake in order to to get my glasses just to find out they haven't even submitted the work order to the lab yet. Now I have to wait another 2 weeks to get them. Very inefficient and uncaring staff. I would not recommend them to anyone and I will not be going back.

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December 28th, 2022

I went to the location@ 13th and Walnut Ave in Philadelphia and had a wonderful experience! They were so very nice and helpful. Jenny helped me pick out a pair of DKNY frames. Her energy is contagious She's the cheerleader of the store When you finish with your eye exam, let Jenny hookyou up with some frames

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December 1st, 2022

I was greeted by all staff when I walked in, no waiting. W'Renley performed all the prior tests, she was clear & concise as to what to expect, she even wiped off the lens because I steamed it up. Dr. Suffolk was courteous, helpful & funny. What a great experience. Samm helped me choose my glasses and confirmed my choice. She was helpful & knowledgeable. The manager made sure everything was good. I will have to say I missed Mike, he wasn't there today. Will continue with Americas Best! Thank you!

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Love the service & the Bebe selection

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May 28th, 2021

My husband went in for the 2 for $69.95 deal. We knew the price would be higher if he added anything or his prescription was bifocals. His prescription hadn't changed much and he added nothing. They said he couldn't use any of the frames needed for the deal so he picked the closest in price. With our insurance paying some of the cost his 2 pairs of glasses cost $373. Couldn't go anywhere else because his old glasses were broken and they had already ran it through our insurance so they could tell him how much he owed!

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It would have been nice to know you couldn't get the deal they advertise. $373. is no where close to $69.95!

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September 29th, 2022

I have been a customer of this location for my vision needs for 3 years. I scheduled a eye appointment for September 28 at 5:10 PM.

I have Davis Insurance, they have this location listed as a in-network location on their member site and your web-site for Greece shows you accept Davis Insurance. When I checked in I gave my Insurance card to that person and also stated I was just getting the eye exam today and would be back another day to pick out glasses. If you didn't accept the insurance I should have been told them. I left work for this appt. When the exam was finished I was seated with a sales person, as soon as I said I didn't have time today to get glasses, I was was told I owed $59.95 for the exam, I said the exam is covered with Davis Insurance, bottom line he said if I want the prescription I had to pay the $59.95. I walked out. I called the location when I got home and asked where the communication was incorrect,. I have not received a call back, I notify Davis of this also

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unless you purchase glasses dont go.

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