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As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 optometrists in Clifton, NJ by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is Optical Academy Clifton with a 4.5-star rating from 1,080 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Main Street Optical and Nutley Eye Care, LLC-Office of Dr. Joshua Goldschmidt. The average rating across all listed optometrists in Clifton is 4.3 stars from 275 reviews per business on average.
Eye care in Clifton: comprehensive exam $100–$175 without insurance; most vision plans cover 1 exam/year with $10–$25 copay.
Rankings updated May 17, 2026 · Scored by ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
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Top Rated Optometrists
Optical Academy Clifton
1430 Main Ave, Clifton, NJ 07011, USA
Main Street Optical
1010 Main St, Paterson, NJ 07503, USA
Nutley Eye Care, LLC-Office of Dr. Joshua Goldschmidt
261 Franklin Ave, Nutley, NJ 07110, USA
Optometrists Rankings in Clifton, NJ
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Optical Academy Clifton1430 Main Ave, Clifton, NJ 07011, USA | 4.5★ | 1,080 |
| #2 | Main Street Optical1010 Main St, Paterson, NJ 07503, USA | 4.7★ | 78 |
| #3 | Nutley Eye Care, LLC-Office of Dr. Joshua Goldschmidt261 Franklin Ave, Nutley, NJ 07110, USA | 4.9★ | 993 |
| #4 | Patel Hetal703 Main St, Paterson, NJ 07503, USA | 5.0★ | 1 |
| #5 | Amazing Eyes1029 McBride Ave, Woodland Park, NJ 07424, USA | 4.6★ | 16 |
| #6 | Phillips Eye Specialists619 River Dr # 201, Elmwood Park, NJ 07407, USA | 4.4★ | 1,346 |
| #7 | Paterson Eye Associates611 River Dr Suite 102, Elmwood Park, NJ 07407, USA | 4.1★ | 13 |
| #8 | Dr. Nalan R. Oncul450 Union Blvd, Totowa, NJ 07512, USA | 5.0★ | 14 |
| #9 | 20/20 Eyecare450 Union Blvd, Totowa, NJ 07512, USA | 5.0★ | 63 |
| #10 | Star Optical158 Market St, Paterson, NJ 07505, USA | 3.6★ | 143 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026
All Optometrists in Clifton
Patel Hetal
703 Main St, Paterson, NJ 07503, USA
Amazing Eyes
1029 McBride Ave, Woodland Park, NJ 07424, USA
Phillips Eye Specialists
619 River Dr # 201, Elmwood Park, NJ 07407, USA
Paterson Eye Associates
611 River Dr Suite 102, Elmwood Park, NJ 07407, USA
Dr. Nalan R. Oncul
450 Union Blvd, Totowa, NJ 07512, USA
20/20 Eyecare
450 Union Blvd, Totowa, NJ 07512, USA
Star Optical
158 Market St, Paterson, NJ 07505, USA
Totowa Eyecare
169 Union Blvd, Totowa, NJ 07512, USA
Lens Lab Optical Paterson
165 Main St, Paterson, NJ 07505, USA
Myron I. Bloch, OD
165 Main St, Paterson, NJ 07505, USA
Eye-Contact Optical
141 Main St, Paterson, NJ 07505, USA
OPTI-DESIGN (OPTICAL STORE)
140 Main St, Paterson, NJ 07505, USA
Eye To Eye Optical
680 Broadway # 508, Paterson, NJ 07514, USA
Alden Leifer, MD and Associates
680 Broadway Suite 114, Paterson, NJ 07514, USA
Bengal Eye Care
399 Union Ave, Paterson, NJ 07502, USA
Clear Vision
677 Mt Prospect Ave, Newark, NJ 07104, USA
Advanced Eye Care Center
220 Hamburg Tpke # 7, Wayne, NJ 07470, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions — Optometrists in Clifton
What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist in Clifton?
An optometrist (OD) performs eye exams, prescribes glasses and contacts, and diagnoses and treats common eye conditions. An ophthalmologist (MD) is a medical doctor who can perform surgery (LASIK, cataract removal, glaucoma treatment) and manages complex eye diseases. For routine vision care and glasses, an optometrist is appropriate and typically less expensive.
Does my vision insurance cover an optometrist visit in Clifton?
VSP, EyeMed, Davis Vision, and Humana Vision are the major plans. Most cover one comprehensive eye exam per year with a $10–$25 copay, plus an allowance for frames ($130–$200) and lenses. Without vision insurance, a comprehensive exam in Clifton typically costs $100–$175. Contact lens fittings are usually billed separately.
How much do glasses cost in Clifton?
Frames typically range $50–$400+. Lenses add $50–$500+ depending on your prescription, lens material (polycarbonate, high-index), and coatings (anti-reflective, blue-light, photochromic). Many independent optometrists in Clifton can match online retailer pricing if you ask. Warby Parker, Costco Optical, and Zenni (online) typically offer lower prices on frames.
How often should I get an eye exam in NJ?
Adults ages 18–60 with no vision problems or risk factors: every 1–2 years. Adults 61+: annually. Children: first exam by age 1 per the American Optometric Association, again at age 3, before starting school, and then annually. Anyone with diabetes, glaucoma, high myopia, or family history of eye disease should be seen annually regardless of age.
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Editorial notice: Ratings are based on publicly available data from Google Business listings. Consumers should independently verify licensing, insurance, and credentials before hiring any service provider. Last updated: May 17, 2026.
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