Eyeglasses in the Philippines

[@isreeramotar3868]

Last March I went to the Optician in Manila, and they changed me 800 Pesos for my daughter…everything inclusive…eyeglasses 👓 and examination. In the USA 🇺🇸 that’s about 1,200 dollars 💵

[@dazeltv1351]

Prescription eyeglasses is one of the items you definitely get cheaper in the Philippines.

[@cadizwilmo9687]

Ginno+Dazel - this video came such a perfect time. You read my mind Bro. I was actually going to asked you about the cost differences of getting prescription glasses there. I have some nice eyewear frames I bought online and was thinking about just getting the progressive lens done there when I visit. I know it's so much cheaper there. I got a quote from a local ophthalmologist today and they want $170 to put basic progressive lens my own frames then another $120 for an eye test. Crazy expensive. So thanks for this video. Your lunch was yummy & cheap too. Haha

[@dazeltv1351]

That is cool my brother. You definitely will save if you have the progressive lenses done here. The eye exam is included when you get the lenses; I know they hardly charge us for the eye exam. They just want us to buy the frames and glasses at EO. Greenwich has actually gotten better; renovated and food improved. It's a quick (fast service) and cheap meal; less crowded than the Jollibee right across from it. 😃

[@cadizwilmo9687]

@@dazeltv1351 Thanks again Ginno! You're the best!

[@dazeltv1351]

@@cadizwilmo9687 You're welcome my brother.

[@jamesnichols2511]

eyeglasses are so much cheaper than in the USA. I spent over $1700 USD or 95200 pesos for 2 pair of glasses. totally progressive with all the protection added. I wanted to wait till I got there, but my eyes said they couldn't wait. Dazel's glasses really fit her, very cute on a very cute Filipina.

[@dazeltv1351]

Wow! I didn't realize they had gotten that expensive. I understand my friend; that you couldn't wait. Dazel really like her new glasses. Thank you for the kind words. Take care.

[@user-wx5um5eg1x]

Yea i agree i am an optician in one of the eyecare here in KC even with insurance the out of pocket still very expensive.Only the doctors get rich but cant hardly give the employee a raise .

[@dazeltv1351]

@@user-wx5um5eg1x That is unfortunate that employees don’t get a raise.

[@SBS113]

A great video. Very informative. My Filipino wife and I are amazed that there is already such a possibility in the province as in Manila. It's almost better than in Germany. Cheaper and faster. But is the quality also better?... My wife Josephine paid here in Hamburg for a simple model and anti-reflective glasses with -3 and -2.5 diopters 350.- € (21K PHP). So 5 times Dazel's glasses. So that's a big plus for the Philippines. But what surprises me is the eye test. What you show in the video is the "Autorefractometer". Dazel didn't have to do anything and recognise nothing. Actually, this is only a preliminary information for the optician for the eye test. The "subjective eye glass determination" is still missing by means of e.g. Reading a series of numbers. The test would have to take about 15 minutes. Maybe Dazel had already taken the test?

[@dazeltv1351]

I would say the quality is probably better in Germany based on other products I’ve seen from Germany. I couldn’t film the actual eye test with the Optometrist because it was in a private room. The eye test was included in the price of her new glasses.

[@bigeizsupportgroup1427]

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[@dazeltv1351]

Thank you my friend.

[@jocunningham]

Here in Pennsylvania, USA i bought 2 pairs of reading glasses, exam included for $80. I guess its cheaper here

[@dazeltv1351]

The prescription glasses package (glasses, frame, and exam) starts at 795 pesos ($14) each and go up to 4,400 pesos ($80) each. Just depends on the frame you want. We don't mind spending more on the frames when we get our glasses because we where our glasses everyday.

[@horacesubayar794]

Hi guys, $80 is a bargain. The eye exam was free but my frame with progressive and transitional lenses cost $759 two months ago. That"s life in America. Take care and we love you all.

[@dazeltv1351]

Dazel loves her new glasses. I thought $80 was a real bargain too. Take care our friends. Love you both.

[@bradleymiller7375]

My wife just got eye exam and glasses. Having headaches and blurred vision. All good now! I never ask how much but knowing it's good price or she wouldn't have purchased glasses! Like me frugal.

[@dazeltv1351]

Same with Dazel. Her old glasses were almost 2 years old. Her prescription increased a little bit.

[@bradleymiller7375]

@@dazeltv1351 my Mel never wore glasses. I had to insist she go have eye exam. When she said I'm all blurred on our live chat. I had to force her to go. Now no headaches and vision is good! I tease her about getting old and need reading glasses like me! Of course she's concerned about her look with glasses and I tell her she's more sexy with glasses. That makes her smile, when she smiles then I'm happy also! Dazel looks good with glasses! Ur lucky man with premium relations with ur wife! We both blessed and bless all our family!🙏🙏❤️

[@dazeltv1351]

@@bradleymiller7375 Dazel is really happy with her new glasses. I know my friend. We are both blessed to have good women in our lives.

[@bradleymiller7375]

@@dazeltv1351 good ladies! I'm I've gone through a few tooo many!

[@bradleymiller7375]

@@dazeltv1351 wow wrote u long message and again its gone😭😭

[@jimbohi3648]

Those prices are fantastic man my progressive lenses that also darken is sunlight cost me $1,000 USD

[@dazeltv1351]

Wow! I can't imagine paying $1k for prescription glasses.

[@jimbohi3648]

@@dazeltv1351 I married my Filipina September 4th I'm back in Chicago area for 4 months and then I move to Philippines permanently I don't think I could last 4 months here

[@doughenderson4345]

Good morning Ginno and Dazel .. good price on eyewear .. you wouldn't happen to know if they offer progressive lenses and the cost by chance? I really like watching your videos . always good information for your viewers .. keep up the good work.

[@bradleymiller7375]

$60.00 dollars for progressive. I think mine cost me $420.00 at Walmart. For everything!

[@doughenderson4345]

@@bradleymiller7375 Wow .. $60 .. that's amazing. Yes, I paid about the same as well. Big difference my friend . I get mine through the VA now but just in case, it's nice to know they have them and they're cheap.

[@dazeltv1351]

Progressive lenses cost 3,350 pesos ($60); that includes the eye exam and prescription. You just have to select your frame or bring your own frame.

[@bradleymiller7375]

@dazeltv1351 wow so good and inexpensive!

[@scottv3337]

Do you they also do contacts, and what are the average prices for contacts if you know? Great video by the way. I’m moving to the Philippines in November so this is great info. Thanks

[@dazeltv1351]

Yes; they also have contacts. I just checked Lazada for contacts. 1-day Pure Moisture Daily Clear Contact Lenses (32 pieces) cost 1,288 pesos ($23). Air Optix Night & Day Monthly Clear Contact Lenses (6 pieces in a box) cost 2,925 pesos ($52). Just to give you an idea; hope it helps. Good luck on your move to the Philippines my friend.

[@scottv3337]

Awesome, thanks

[@dazeltv1351]

@@scottv3337 You’re welcome my friend.

[@reyado-jh7kz]

How much is a transition lens with a UV filter?

[@dazeltv1351]

Depends on the frame that you get. I have a flexible frame that it also really light called Dior superflex frame; I really like it. I have transition lens with UV filter with my Dior frames and my total package (frame, glasses, and exam) cost me 5,000 pesos ($90).

[@billlloyd9755]

Ginno Do you know is that with the test? Also prescription

[@dazeltv1351]

Yes; all the prices include eye test and prescription. The eyeglass makers here just want you to buy the frames or lenses from them. An eye test and prescription hardly cost anything here; I would be surprised if it cost $10.

[@billlloyd9755]

@@dazeltv1351 Sweet 👍