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As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 18 optometrists in Poway, CA by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is Torrey Highlands Optometry with a 4.9-star rating from 684 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Carmel Mountain Vision Care Optometry and EyeLux Optometry. The average rating across all listed optometrists in Poway is 4.8 stars from 191 reviews per business on average.
Eye care in Poway: 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
Torrey Highlands Optometry
13173 Black Mountain Rd #7, San Diego, CA 92129, USA
Carmel Mountain Vision Care Optometry
9320 Carmel Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA 92129, USA
Optometrists Rankings in Poway, CA
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Torrey Highlands Optometry13173 Black Mountain Rd #7, San Diego, CA 92129, USA | 4.9★ | 684 |
| #2 | Carmel Mountain Vision Care Optometry9320 Carmel Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA 92129, USA | 4.7★ | 447 |
| #3 | EyeLux Optometry16615 Dove Canyon Rd Suite 105, San Diego, CA 92127, USA | 4.8★ | 664 |
| #4 | Retina Consultants San Diego - Poway12630 Monte Vista Rd # 104, Poway, CA 92064, USA | 4.9★ | 163 |
| #5 | Family Eyecare at Scripps Ranch Optometry9855 Erma Rd # 130, San Diego, CA 92131, USA | 4.9★ | 200 |
| #6 | New Optix Optometry12650 Sabre Springs Pkwy #203, San Diego, CA 92128, USA | 4.9★ | 54 |
| #7 | EyeCare For Vision Optometry16516 Bernardo Center Dr STE 300, San Diego, CA 92128, USA | 5.0★ | 94 |
| #8 | Poway Vision Care13035 Pomerado Rd Suite C, Poway, CA 92064, USA | 4.6★ | 13 |
| #9 | PW Optometry13625 Adrian St, Poway, CA 92064, USA | 5.0★ | 5 |
| #10 | Poway Optometry13373 Poway Rd, Poway, CA 92064, USA | 4.9★ | 78 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026
All Optometrists in Poway
Retina Consultants San Diego - Poway
12630 Monte Vista Rd # 104, Poway, CA 92064, USA
Family Eyecare at Scripps Ranch Optometry
9855 Erma Rd # 130, San Diego, CA 92131, USA
New Optix Optometry
12650 Sabre Springs Pkwy #203, San Diego, CA 92128, USA
EyeCare For Vision Optometry
16516 Bernardo Center Dr STE 300, San Diego, CA 92128, USA
Poway Vision Care
13035 Pomerado Rd Suite C, Poway, CA 92064, USA
Poway Eyeworks Optometry
14757 Pomerado Rd, Poway, CA 92064, USA
Pomerado Scripps Eye Care
12265 Scripps Poway Pkwy Ste 102, Poway, CA 92064, USA
Dr. Diane Yang
13373 Poway Rd, Poway, CA 92064, USA
Scripps Poway Eyecare
10549 Scripps Poway Pkwy Suite G, San Diego, CA 92131, USA
North County Eye Center
15706 Pomerado Rd Suite 103, Poway, CA 92064, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions — Optometrists in Poway
What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist in Poway?
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 Poway?
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 Poway typically costs $100–$175. Contact lens fittings are usually billed separately.
How much do glasses cost in Poway?
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 Poway 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 CA?
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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