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Optometrists Near You in Waterbury, CT
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As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 optometrists in Waterbury, CT by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is ReFocus Eye Health with a 4.7-star rating from 2,264 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Kennedy & Perkins Guild Opticians and TotalVision Eyecare Center of North Haven. The average rating across all listed optometrists in Waterbury is 4.4 stars from 350 reviews per business on average.
Eye care in Waterbury: 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
ReFocus Eye Health
2880 Old Dixwell Ave, Hamden, CT 06518, USA
Kennedy & Perkins Guild Opticians
1957 Whitney Ave, North Haven, CT 06473, USA
TotalVision Eyecare Center of North Haven
81 Washington Ave, North Haven, CT 06473, USA
Optometrists Rankings in Waterbury, CT
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | ReFocus Eye Health2880 Old Dixwell Ave, Hamden, CT 06518, USA | 4.7★ | 2,264 |
| #2 | Kennedy & Perkins Guild Opticians1957 Whitney Ave, North Haven, CT 06473, USA | 4.6★ | 60 |
| #3 | TotalVision Eyecare Center of North Haven81 Washington Ave, North Haven, CT 06473, USA | 4.7★ | 114 |
| #4 | Atlas Eye Care & Eyewear245 Amity Rd Suite 106, Woodbridge, CT 06525, USA | 5.0★ | 96 |
| #5 | Dr. Joel's Family Eye Care Center130 Amity Rd, New Haven, CT 06515, USA | 4.8★ | 507 |
| #6 | MyEyeDr.1457 Whalley Ave, New Haven, CT 06515, USA | 3.4★ | 128 |
| #7 | Nguyen Tran, OD1457 Whalley Ave, New Haven, CT 06515, USA | 4.0★ | 2 |
| #8 | Warby Parker The Shops at Yale268 York St, New Haven, CT 06511, USA | 4.9★ | 239 |
| #9 | FOCUS: Doctors of Optometry, P.C.inside Warby Parker, 268 York St, New Haven, CT 06511, USA | 4.5★ | 33 |
| #10 | Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians1215A Chapel St, New Haven, CT 06511, USA | 5.0★ | 85 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026
All Optometrists in Waterbury
Atlas Eye Care & Eyewear
245 Amity Rd Suite 106, Woodbridge, CT 06525, USA
Dr. Joel's Family Eye Care Center
130 Amity Rd, New Haven, CT 06515, USA
Warby Parker The Shops at Yale
268 York St, New Haven, CT 06511, USA
FOCUS: Doctors of Optometry, P.C.
inside Warby Parker, 268 York St, New Haven, CT 06511, USA
Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians
1215A Chapel St, New Haven, CT 06511, USA
Kennedy & Perkins Opticians - New Haven
80 Whitney Ave, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
Spector Eye Care Emporium
1044 Chapel St, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
Ophthalmic Consultants of Connecticut
317 Foxon Rd, East Haven, CT 06513, USA
Alan E. Solinsky, MD
433 S Main St, West Hartford, CT 06110, USA
MyEyeDr.
795 Bridgeport Ave Suite F, Shelton, CT 06484, USA
VEO VISION CENTER
240 Indian River Rd ste c-3, Orange, CT 06477, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions — Optometrists in Waterbury
What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist in Waterbury?
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 Waterbury?
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 Waterbury typically costs $100–$175. Contact lens fittings are usually billed separately.
How much do glasses cost in Waterbury?
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 Waterbury 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 CT?
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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