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EyeBuyDirect: Business Overview, Financials & Competitive Analysis

EyeBuyDirect is an online retailer for affordable prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. The company was acquired by Essilor International in May 2013, and operates as a subsidiary within the broader optical retail m...

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6/ 10Solid

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Profitable, customer-focused eyewear e-commerce retailer with established market position and owned by industry leader...

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Industry Consumer Goods and Retail
3 named competitors
3 recent developments
11 analyst dimensions
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Cyborg Score recalibrated: September 14, 2026
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EyeBuyDirect Overview

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EyeBuyDirect is an online retailer for affordable prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. The company was acquired by Essilor International in May 2013, and operates as a subsidiary within the broader optical retail market with a focus on direct-to-consumer e-commerce.

Strategic Profile

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EyeBuyDirect targets cost-conscious consumers seeking budget-friendly eyewear options, offering glasses starting from as little as $6. The company provides a user-friendly shopping experience with features like Virtual Try-On and quick 2-day delivery, building a reputation for excellent customer service.

Competitive Landscape

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Top competitors include GlassesUSA, Kenmark Eyewear and Lensabl. The online optical retail market is highly fragmented with multiple players competing on price, selection, and convenience. EyeBuyDirect differentiates through affordable pricing and fast delivery in a market dominated by both e-commerce native players and legacy optical retailers expanding online.

Industry Context

EyeBuyDirect operates in Consumer Goods and Retail.

Key facts

Founded: 2005 · Headquarters: Austin, TX · Employees: 90 · Revenue: $429M (2025) · Market cap: N/A

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GlassesUSAOnline eyewear retailer with broad frame selection→Warby ParkerDirect-to-consumer eyewear with home try-on→LensablOnline optical and eyewear marketplace→

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EyeBuyDirect operates in Consumer Goods and Retail. See how the rest of the sector scores on the Cyborg framework.

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Frequently asked questions

What does EyeBuyDirect do?+
EyeBuyDirect is an online retailer for affordable prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. The company was acquired by Essilor International in May 2013, and operates as a subsidiary within the broader optical retail m...
What is EyeBuyDirect's Cyborg Score?+
EyeBuyDirect has a Cyborg Score of 6/10 (Solid). The score synthesizes business model, financials, leadership, competitive position, technology, marketing, and ESG dimensions across hundreds of data points.
Who are EyeBuyDirect's main competitors?+
Named competitors include GlassesUSA, Warby Parker, Lensabl. The full competitive landscape is in the AskCyborg report.
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