Best Kids Glasses Online 2025

Turnaround time: 8 to 18 business days (expedited shipping options available) | Return policy: 14 days for refund (excluding shipping costs) or 30 days for store credit | Insurance accepted: No, but HSA/FSA accepted | Virtual try-on: Yes | Warranty: 30-day replacements for manufacturer defects; optional ZenniCare warranty

Best for:

• Kids of any age (toddlers, little kids, pre-teens, teens)
• Browsing a large variety of affordable house brand frames
• Buying budget-friendly or multiple pairs; prices start at $6.95 for basic prescription glasses

Skip if:

• You don’t want to risk losing shipping costs with a return
• You want a large selection of designer frames 

Zenni Optical tops my list because it offers incredible variety and value. With prices starting at $6.95 for frames that include basic prescription lenses (and most falling in the $16 to $30 range), it’s a low-risk purchase, especially if your child has a tendency to damage or lose their specs. The company’s return policy entitles you to a refund (minus shipping costs) if it’s within 14 days of delivery or store credit within 30 days, which includes standard shipping for orders in the US and Canada. Manufacturer defects are also covered under a 30-day warranty. While you can purchase the extended ZenniCare warranty, it’s probably not worth it for the more budget-friendly pairs.

The retailer’s easy-to-navigate website lets you shop by age range—with toddler, little kid, pre-teen and teen categories—to find the size, style and features that’ll suit your child. (For instance, you might want flexible frames for tots or a cool clip-on set that converts glasses to sunglasses). While there’s a section for designer frames, the variety is limited with only seven brands total; in fact, only one brand (Carrera) offers a kid-specific style.

After finding a pair your kiddo might like, give the site’s virtual try-on button a go; according to a panel tester in our story on the best places to buy prescription glasses online, the feature is “very advanced to give you a well-rounded view of what your glasses will look like.” Once you pick a pair, they’re easy to customize: Choose from prescription lenses, blue light blockers, sunglasses or transitional lenses, then select add-ons like specialty coatings, extra accessories or engraving for $3.95. Our tester concludes that the site offers a “seamless experience from beginning to end,” and after recently ordering myself some polarized sunglasses, I agree—plus, I find the personalized engraving to be a nice little touch, especially for anyone who’s prone to misplacing things.

Turnaround time: 10 to 16 business days (expedited shipping options available) | Return policy: 14-day (for single-vision) or  30-day (for multifocal) money-back guarantee | Insurance accepted: Yes, as well as HSA/FSA | Virtual try-on: Yes | Warranty: 365 day manufacturer warranty; optional 20/20 coverage

Best for: 

• Kids who want designer or name brand frames
• Huge variety of styles and brands
• Free shipping with no minimum spend

Skip if:

• You want the option for a refund after your first return; second returns aren’t eligible for a refund, but can be exchanged for another item or store credit
• You’re overwhelmed by too many options and prioritize budget over name brands

GlassesUSA is the top pick in our prescription glasses round-up based on a consensus from panel testers, who note that the retailer’s site is simple to navigate and delivery times are on the speedier side. It’s also consistent Forbes Vetted reader favorite, and I spoke with several staff members who use and trust the e-tailer. 

Overall, I recommend GlassesUSA for families who want to browse styles from lots of brands and designers, not just house brand frames. Although the thought of sifting through hundreds of kids’ specs may sound overwhelming, GlassesUSA’s easy-to-use filters—you can sort by age, frame shape, brand, color, price and more—make your search more manageable. Even better, most frames come with free single-vision prescription lenses, with optional add-ons like blue light blocking and light transitioning. Since it’s a massive optical retailer, you can score deep discounts during its clearance sales, and as an added perk, shipping is free on all orders with no minimum spend. 

GlassesUSA’s return policy is a 100% money back guarantee within 14 days for single-vision glasses and 30 days for multifocal glasses. Slightly misleading, though, is the fact that this only applies to your first return; second returns can be exchanged for another product or store credit. Beyond that, each pair comes with a 365-day manufacturer warranty. You can also opt to add on 20/20 coverage for one year ($12) or two years ($20), which covers things like normal wear and tear and prescription changes—a smart idea if you purchase designer frames or have pricy prescription lenses. 

Turnaround time: 12 to 14 business days (expedited shipping options available) | Return policy: 30 days (excluding shipping costs) | Insurance accepted: No, but accepts HSA and FSA | Virtual try-on: Yes | Warranty: Make It Right 30-Day Warranty covers defects or dissatisfaction; Prescription Change Warranty; optional JPE Care warranty

Best for:

• Tots to teens; the brand specially caters to kids ages 2 through 13
• Hesitant shoppers, thanks to its Home Try-On Kit and comprehensive warranty policies
• Warranties that protect your investment against defects, dissatisfaction and prescription changes; optional add-on protection with JPE Care

Skip if: 

• You’re on a strict budget, since prices start at $69
• You don’t want to risk losing shipping costs with a return

Jonas Paul is exclusively a kids’ glasses brand (for ages 2 through 13-plus) and all its specs are made with quality materials designed for durability, comfort and style. The online retailer offers a streamlined shopping experience with frames organized by age range and gender, so you can narrow your search from the get-go. While the cost of frames ranging from $69 to $99, basic prescription or non-prescription lenses can be added for free. You can also choose upgrades like polarized sunglasses, blue light filtering and light responsiveness. 

But where this brand really shines is its Home Try-On Kit, which lets you borrow a set of seven frames to test out for a week for $1. In addition to style, this helps your kid gauge comfort—an ideal option, according to Jennifer Ferri, O.D., owner of Homer Rich Eye Care. “Proper fit is crucial; frames that are too big or too small can cause discomfort and may discourage wear,” she says. The site also includes a virtual try-on feature to help narrow down choices.

Jonas Paul offers a few warranties: Its 30-day warranty covers defects and dissatisfaction; its Prescription Change Warranty covers prescription changes within 12 weeks of exam date; and you can opt to purchase a yearlong JPE warranty for $30 to cover accidents and wear and tear. These, plus its 30-day return window for refunds on any orders (note that glasses must be in new, unused condition), make this company a great option for parents purchasing glasses online for the first time. 

Turnaround time: 10 to 14 business days (expedited shipping available) | Return policy: 30-day money back warranty | Insurance accepted: No, but accepts HSA and FSA |  Virtual try-on: No | Warranty: 30 days for exchange or refund; optional PairCare warranty

Best for:

• Glasses-wearers ages 5 and up
• Kids who like switching up their look, thanks to fun clip-on toppers
• A simplified shopping process; choose from five styles of house brand base frames 

Skip if: 

• You want lots of variety in terms of frame shape, material and brand
• Spending $25 to $30 per topper seems excessive
• You want toddler-friendly styles; these are made with acetate

Do you have a child who can’t make up their mind? I suggest looking at Pair Eyewear. The brand name is a play on words—you can order clip-on toppers to change the look of the frames, effectively getting multiple styles in one. “Selecting a frame that your child genuinely likes is essential for compliance,” says Dr. Ferri. “Allowing them to choose a frame they’re excited about (within reason) increases the likelihood they will wear their glasses consistently.” Specs start at $60 including prescription or non-prescription lenses (with the exception of progressives), and specialty add-ons like blue light filtering and light responsiveness are an additional charge. Frame toppers range from $25 to $30 a pop. 

The base styles come in five flattering shapes and a choice of six neutral(ish) colors, from clear to classic tortoiseshell, and while the selection is limited, this also means a simplified shopping process. Plus, youngsters can really express themselves with the snap-on top frame covers, which come in dozens of options, including sparkles, florals, superheroes, sports team logos and more. They can also choose tinted sun tops that transform their glasses to sunnies in a snap. That said, I would not recommend Pair for really little kids or toddlers, since the frames are made with non-flexible acetate, plus sizing is geared toward wearers ages 5 and up. 

If you’re not happy with your purchase, Pair’s hybrid return/warranty policy is easy to work with: It entitles you to a return or exchange within 30 days of your purchase. For added coverage, you can opt for the PairCare warranty for $20 that’s good for one replacement pair of base frames in the first year.

Turnaround time: 8 to 13 business days (priority shipping available) | Return policy: Prescription glasses are not eligible for return; non-prescription glasses can be returned within 30 days| Insurance accepted: No, but accepts HSA and FSA | Virtual try-on: No | Warranty: Free frames and/or lens replacement if they are damaged within one year of use

Best for:

• Infants, neurodivergent children, active kids
• Flexible frames and impact-resistant lenses that are difficult to damage
• Trying before buying with a free try-on kit

Skip if:

• You’re on a strict budget
• You want to be able to return your prescription glasses, if necessary

With a name inspired by the game “rock, paper, scissors,” Roshambo Eyewear was started by a couple who created an eyewear solution for children on the spectrum—or any active kid needing a pair of comfortable, flexible and ultra-durable specs. After receiving several pairs for testing (I have a rambunctious 5-year-old), I can speak to the satisfyingly bendy, lightweight nature of the frames, which are made of in Italy (the glasses are assembled in San Diego). 

While they’re on the pricier side starting at $79 for prescription specs, if you’re worried your kid might break, damage or simply refuse to wear their new glasses due to sensory issues, the investment may be worth it. In addition to the rubber frames, Roshambo glasses come with impact-resistant lenses, and the company will replace the frames and/or the lenses if either get damaged within the first year of use. You can also customize the fit: They’re available in seven different sizes from infant to adult, and each pair arrives with age-appropriate add-ons like a silicone head strap and ear hooks for baby glasses, and ear grip adjusters for bigger sizes.

I want to point out that prescription glasses are not eligible for return, but if there is something wrong with your order, the company assures it’ll be made right. You can also order a free try-on kit to test styles and feel before making your purchase. If your kid doesn’t need a prescription lens, Roshambo also offers blue light blockers, sunglasses, and sports wrap glasses. (You can order sunglasses and screen time glasses on Amazon for around $30 to $35.) A final pro tip for parents: The Blippi-style frames are a must if your kid’s a fan of the show.