Optical shops in JB
If cheap groceries are the only deal you’re scoring across the border, here’s something else to add to your shopping list. The next time you’re due for new glasses, try getting your prescription from spectacle shops in JB instead. Eyewear and lenses here cost a fraction of their prices in SG, whilst still being equally trendy and high quality.
Whether you’re looking for IG-baddie transparent frames, or office siren bayonetta glasses, here are the best optical shops in JB to check out.
1. SpectacleX
Trendy transparent frames from $50
Image credit: Katrina via Google Maps
If you’re a fan of the transparent glasses aesthetic, you’ll be spoilt for choice at SpectacleX. The trendy eyewear brand carries spectacles from RM169 (~S$50.99), with a 3-month warranty for frames below RM199 (~S$60.13), and a 1-year warranty for those above RM299 (~S$90.35).
Image credit: Poh Lin Chan via Google Maps
Aside from a range of IG-worthy clear and metal-framed designs, Spectacle X also carries bold sunnies with colourful tinted lenses and a variety of clip-on frames. There’s even a virtual try-on service in-store, so you’ll be able to speed run through all your potential options without having to physically put them on.
Delivers to Singapore? Yes
Delivery fee: RM60 (~S$18.10)
Address: 65 Jalan Austin Heights 8/5, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
Opening hours: 10am-8pm, Daily
Contact: SpectacleX website
2. Hoot Optical SouthKey
$30 frames with same-day collection
Image credit: Hoot Optical SouthKey via Google Maps
For similar trendy frames, check out Hoot Optical. Like SpectacleX, this eyewear brand carries an extensive range of clip-on specs, perfect for those of us who like 2-in-1 glasses that can double as sunnies.
Image credit: Chong Hock Tan via Google Maps
Frames start at RM99.90 (~S$30.19), inclusive of a regular lens. If you’re only stopping by JB for a day trip, Hoot Optical assures us that specs can be made for same-day collection, granted that your lens degree is in stock.
Delivers to Singapore? Yes
Delivery fee: RM25 (~S$7.56)
Address: Pusat Komersial Bayu Tasek, A-3-49, Persiaran Southkey 1, Kota Southkey, 80150 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
Opening hours: 11am-8pm, Daily
Contact: Hoot Optical Facebook
3. Mataku Optical
Popular Japanese lenses at affordable prices
Image credit: Mataku Optical via Google Maps
Distinguishable by its quirky minimalist exterior, Mataku Optical is the place to be if you’re looking for sturdy Japanese-brand frames. The Malaysian optical shop sells authentic Japanese frames from brands like Hoya, Tokai, and Kodak, starting from RM209 (~S$62.90).
Image credit: Mataku Optical via Facebook
Lenses here are also pretty affordable. For instance, Acuvue Oasys Dailies are going for RM160 (~S$48.20)/box, versus the regular ~S$78 that they retail for in Singapore. They’re also cheaper than in some other optical shops in Malaysia, which are selling them for around RM190 (~S$57.25) on average.
Delivers to Singapore? Yes
Delivery fee: RM50 (~S$15.10)
Address: 6M, Jalan Sagu 18, Taman Daya, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
Opening hours: 10.30am-7.30pm, Daily
Contact: Mataku Optical Facebook
4. Hello Eyewear
Funky fashion frames from $50
Image credit: Hello Eyewear via Google Maps
This store gives us lowkey Owndays vibes, but with slightly more maximalist designs. Aside from their range of basic metal frames, we spotted some pretty high fashion-esque designs at Hello Eyewear, like pink tortoise shell cat-eye glasses and round octagon-shaped specs.
They also sell these cool 3D-goggle-looking sunnies.
Image credit: Hello Eyewear via Google Maps
Frames here start at around RM165 (~S$49.86), price inclusive of UV protection lenses. Besides glasses, you’ll also be able to bag affordable lenses here – as a rough benchmark, Acuvue Oasys Dailies cost just RM165 (~S$49.86)/box here, while coloured lenses like Acuvue Define 1-day lenses cost RM140 (~S$42.31)/box.
Delivers to Singapore? Yes
Delivery fee: RM35 (~S$10.58)
Address: 12, Jalan Trus, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
Opening hours: 10am-6pm, Daily
Contact: Hello Eyewear website
5. Decoration Eyewear
Buy-1-get-1-free frames for $57
Image credit: Decoration Eyewear via Google Maps
If you’re looking for Insta-worthy frames, Decoration Eyewear has a bunch of trendy Douyin-style glasses. The eyewear brand has categorised their spectacles into irregular, square, round, and transparent frames, with prices starting from RM140 (~S$42.31).
Currently, they’re also running a BOGO promo on frames RM190 (~S$57.42) and above, so you’ll be able to cop 2 gorg glasses for the price of 1.
Delivers to Singapore? Yes
Delivery fee: RM31.18 (~S$9.42)
Address: 21, Jalan Austin Heights 7/8, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
Opening hours: Mon-Wed, Fri-Sun 11am-9pm | Thu 9am-9pm
Contact: Decoration Eyewear website
6. YOLO Eyewear
Korean-style frames ready in 30 mins
Image credit: YOLO Eyewear via Facebook
If you’re looking for budget glasses, YOLO Eyewear has some of the most affordable eyewear options on this list. Prices of frames here start at just RM98 (~S$29.62), inclusive of regular lenses.
Image credit: Kelvin Chan via Google Maps
Don’t be fooled by their affordability, though – the spectacle designs here are equally trendy, and you’ll be able to pick from collections of fashionable circular and rectangular Korean-style frames.
Even better still, they’re prepped and ready to go in just 30 minutes, so you won’t have to wait around for too long if you’re in a hurry.
Delivers to Singapore? No
Address: 7, Jalan Austin Heights 7/7, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
Opening hours: 11am-9pm, Daily
Contact: YOLO Eyewear Facebook
7. Owndays
Cheaper than in SG
Image credit: Owndays The Mall, Mid Valley SouthKey via Google Maps
Many of us know Owndays as our go-to brand for affordable and trusty eyewear, but did you know you could get their frames for a cheaper price in JB? Yep, some of their popular frames are going for up to $30 cheaper in Malaysia than in Singapore, including their bestselling transparent frame designs.
Image credit: Owndays AEON Mall via Google Maps
What’s more, you’ll be able to fix the glasses you’ve purchased in Malaysia at any of their SG branches too, so you won’t have to trudge over to JB each time you need to service your specs.
Delivers to Singapore? No
Address:
Mid Valley SouthKey: F-045, Persiaran Southkey 1, Southkey, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
AEON Mall Tebrau City: LOT SF27, 1st FL, AEON MALL Tebrau City, 1, Jalan Desa Tebrau, Taman Desa Tebrau, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
Opening hours:
Mid Valley SouthKey: 10am-10pm, Daily
AEON Mall: Mon-Thu, Sun 10am-10pm | Fri-Sat 10am-10.30pm
Contact: Owndays website
Buy affordable & trendy glasses in JB
The next time you consider dropping a couple of hundred dollars on eyewear, be sure to check out these budget options across the border too. Whether you’re looking for affordable spectacles under S$30, or want to try something a little bolder without making too big of a splurge, these optical shops in JB have got you covered.
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Cover image adapted from: Poh Lin Chan via Google Maps, Owndays The Mall, Mid Valley SouthKey via Google Maps, Kelvin Chan via Google Maps.