Will Walmart swap out old lenses for new frames? [Full Guide!]
Walmart offers Vision Centers in its stores for convenient and affordable access to eye exams, glasses and contact lenses.
But if you buy a new frame, will Walmart insert your old lenses? After doing some research, this is what I found:
Will Walmart swap out old lenses for new frames?
Yes, Walmart Vision Centers will put old prescription lenses into new frames. Plus, Walmart can fit new lenses onto old frames, as long as the frames are the same size. The price of this service is free when you buy frames or lenses from Walmart.
If you want to learn more about changing eyeglasses and frames at Walmart, read on to find out more!
how much does it cost?
If your local Walmart Vision Center agrees to put your old lenses in new frames, the service is usually free. However, you must purchase new frames at Walmart Vision Centers to replace the lenses.
If my lenses are damaged, will Walmart exchange my old lenses for new frames?
No, Walmart Vision Center will not place your old prescription lenses into new frames if the lenses are damaged.
If your local Walmart offers the service of putting old lenses into new frames, the lenses must be in good condition and free of any damage, such as glass shards or cracks.
Will Walmart put new lenses into old frames?
Some Walmarts will put new prescription lenses in old frames as long as one of the products was originally purchased from Walmart. But you should call your local Walmart Vision Center and ask, as this can vary from store to store.
How do I know if Walmart will put my old lenses into new frames?
You can find out if your Walmart will put your old lenses into new frames by calling the vision center at your local Walmart and asking. Finding your local Vision Center is easy by searching for your zip code using the Walmart website’s locator.
Plus, if your glasses break, Walmart can also repair frames for the lowest price, which might be an even better deal!
For more information, you can also check out my post on how long it takes to buy glasses from Walmart, Walmart Vision Center prices, and whether Walmart repairs glasses.
in conclusion
The answer will vary for different Walmart stores. According to my local Walmart Vision Center, most Walmart Vision Centers will put old lenses in new frames, but other Walmart stores will not. You should find your local Walmart and call and ask before walking in.
There is no additional charge to install old lenses into new frames, but you must purchase new frames at Walmart Vision Center. The frame must be the same size as the previous frame and the lenses must be undamaged.
