What are monofocal lenses?
Monofocal lenses are single-strength lenses and therefore correct either near or far vision (not intermediate distances). They are used to correct nearsightedness or farsightedness.
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What are multifocal lenses?
Multifocal lenses: what exactly do they mean, and what is the difference between bifocal, varifocal, and single vision lenses?
Multifocal lenses are ground to multiple strengths, allowing you to use them as both reading glasses and regular glasses.
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Customer reviews
Coen Böhre
12:52 p.m., Feb. 25, 2026
A very friendly gentleman and extremely knowledgeable—you can tell right away! I brought in my sunglasses, which had been damaged by skin oils. He cleaned them as thoroughly as possible at no charge and adjusted them perfectly on the spot. He also gave me some helpful tips on how to keep my glasses looking good for longer. Top-notch service!
A Wilgen
3:04 PM February 8, 26
Had my glasses fitted. Even though they didn't come from them, they provided excellent information and friendly service. Great selection of glasses models in the store too!
Marco van den Bogaard
07:44 Jan 23, 26
What a great team at Van der Geest Optiek. Personalized advice where they really take the time for you.
My five-year-old daughter chose her glasses here, but she also loves playing outside. Every few weeks, I come by to have her glasses adjusted. We always receive fantastic service and a big smile.
My five-year-old daughter chose her glasses here, but she also loves playing outside. Every few weeks, I come by to have her glasses adjusted. We always receive fantastic service and a big smile.
Marco Tetteroo
1:45 PM Dec 3, 25
Thank you for the excellent service! New glasses repaired twice for free, very happy with them.
K Taimounti
4:44 p.m. Nov. 14, 25
We have been customers of dear Roy and his wife for years, and now their son too.
Beautiful collection and perfect service!!
Thank you!
Warm regards, the Akhazroun family
Beautiful collection and perfect service!!
Thank you!
Warm regards, the Akhazroun family
Dion Linsen
2:06 p.m. Oct. 30, 25
I've never experienced anyone taking so much time for an eye test before. They then gave me good advice, unlike the big eyewear chains where the advice is always: "buy glasses from us!" Very pleasant service, thank you!
Ellen van den Broek
4:13 p.m. Oct. 20, 25
Very good experience with the highly accurate eye tests. They are very reliable. Lots of choice from trendy and attractive frames. Plus the advice regarding the lenses—I couldn't be happier with the result. I can definitely recommend Van der Geest Opticians and will gladly return next time.
T Akkas
7:40 a.m. Oct. 25
Best service. Always a good fit. They take their time. Akkas thinks Van der Geest Optiek is the best optician in the Netherlands!
Sanne Esmee
2:00 PM Aug 11, 25
I recently bought glasses at Van der Geest and received excellent, professional, and friendly service. This included help choosing glasses, an eye test, and other related advice.
I went there because of the great reviews, and I would definitely recommend it to others!
I went there because of the great reviews, and I would definitely recommend it to others!
Soeraya H
Previously sent away by another optician because they said I was too difficult to measure, at Van der Geest they took the time for me and did a proper measurement.
Very friendly and helpful staff, good communication, and personal advice.
Not pushy like in commercial opticians, no "assembly line work."
I definitely recommend Van der Geest Optiek!
1:29 p.m. July 25
Previously sent away by another optician because they said I was too difficult to measure, at Van der Geest they took the time for me and did a proper measurement.
Very friendly and helpful staff, good communication, and personal advice.
Not pushy like in commercial opticians, no "assembly line work."
I definitely recommend Van der Geest Optiek!
Westendorp family
5:30 p.m. July 14, 25
Roy and Lian were extremely friendly and professional. They took their time. During previous visits to other opticians, the eye test sometimes felt like an exam; the experience here was completely different: they listened, contributed ideas, and gave expert advice. I am very happy with my new glasses; I recommend everyone to go here.
Erik A
4:03 p.m. June 7, 25
Even though I didn't buy my glasses here, I received excellent service when I had problems with my frames. Top service. Highly recommended.
Nicole van Vondel
09:05 May 31, 25
Friendly and fast service. They replaced the original lenses in my sunglasses free of charge, something I couldn't do myself. Very helpful! 🙏🏻
Rob van den Bosch
2:37 p.m. May 13
Unbelievable service.
My trusty old Ray Nan sunglasses were broken.
Now they're like new again.
And for free.
Where else can you find service like this?
Of course, it was just a screw.
But it was also bent.
Absolutely fantastic.
And very funny too.
In a word: fantastic.
My trusty old Ray Nan sunglasses were broken.
Now they're like new again.
And for free.
Where else can you find service like this?
Of course, it was just a screw.
But it was also bent.
Absolutely fantastic.
And very funny too.
In a word: fantastic.
Hilde von Bannisseht
8:20 a.m. Apr 17, 25
They were extremely helpful with my daughter's glasses, which needed a little adjustment. Truly excellent service! Thank you, also on behalf of Bobbi.
Paul Zuiderduin
12:13 p.m. Apr 15, 25
As a small child, I ended up at Van der Geest Optiek. After that, I went through a period without glasses, but
for a number of years now, I have been a customer at Van der Geest Optiek again. Even though I hadn't been to the store in over ten years, Roy still remembered my name. You really feel that you're not just a number walking into the store, but that they see you as a person and devote a lot of time and attention to you, listening and thinking along with you about your wishes.
My dog has destroyed my glasses several times. Roy was immediately ready to replace the arms. I always got a call as soon as my glasses were ready to be picked up. A lot of care and attention was always paid to adjusting the glasses correctly.
Recently, my old glasses broke in half at the nose bridge. Again, Roy and Jaqueline were immediately there for me. Jaqueline managed to solder my glasses back together very carefully and with great precision, something other opticians wouldn't even attempt. You can't see anything and the glasses are still very comfortable. Real craftsmanship!
Thank you both so much and I will definitely be back when it's time for new glasses!
for a number of years now, I have been a customer at Van der Geest Optiek again. Even though I hadn't been to the store in over ten years, Roy still remembered my name. You really feel that you're not just a number walking into the store, but that they see you as a person and devote a lot of time and attention to you, listening and thinking along with you about your wishes.
My dog has destroyed my glasses several times. Roy was immediately ready to replace the arms. I always got a call as soon as my glasses were ready to be picked up. A lot of care and attention was always paid to adjusting the glasses correctly.
Recently, my old glasses broke in half at the nose bridge. Again, Roy and Jaqueline were immediately there for me. Jaqueline managed to solder my glasses back together very carefully and with great precision, something other opticians wouldn't even attempt. You can't see anything and the glasses are still very comfortable. Real craftsmanship!
Thank you both so much and I will definitely be back when it's time for new glasses!
Annelies Verhelst
1:51 PM April 6, 25
I walked in on Saturday morning just before lunch because I wanted to make an appointment for an eye test and choose a new pair of glasses. Of course, I hoped they would have time, but I wouldn't have been surprised if I had to make an appointment. But Lianne took her time and passed another appointment on to Roy. She explained everything clearly, why she was doing certain things; I've never had such a detailed explanation about my eyes in my life. Together we picked out new glasses, and she gave me her honest opinion and really helped me choose. Then I went to Roy for an explanation about the lenses I wanted (and needed, because Lianne subtly told me that my eyes are also getting older and that this is noticeable), with coffee on the side. This was necessary, because that was also very detailed. And everything was so polite and neat! Even though I showed up in my sneakers and Adidas jacket, and it's a really nice, chic store. I've been looked down on in chic stores for less. Other customers who came in were greeted like family if they were known. So, after an hour and a half, I walked out completely happy. I'll be picking up my new glasses soon. This is a really great store.
Marco Boer
10:25 a.m. Mar. 22
We've been coming here for years. Moving to a new location in early 2025. You walk into a beautifully decorated optician's where you receive friendly and highly professional service. Lots of beautiful and stylish frames to choose from. This is also the right place for office glasses, prescription sunglasses, or a comprehensive eye test. Take it from us... Simply excellent!
Ryan D
7:30 p.m. March 7, 25
Visited to have glasses repaired. Very impressed with the service and the overall peaceful atmosphere. Highly recommended!
Susanne Pearson
12:43 p.m. Mar. 7, 25
Top optician! Professional and friendly staff, the latest equipment and technology, and fast results. I was very impressed with the attention they gave me during my appointment. They are very thorough in their examination to ensure you get the most accurate prescription. I highly recommend this optician for your vision needs. FIVE STARS 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
June Faasen
09:31 March 1, 25
I walked into the store with no intention of buying glasses. I was helped in a very friendly manner, I was allowed to look around and was asked if I was looking for anything in particular. I said no, I just liked the large glasses. Then I fell in love with a pair of glasses and was helped in a friendly manner, with no pressure to buy anything, even though I liked the large glasses. Later, I returned to have my glasses adjusted because they were slipping off my nose a little, and the staff really strive to make sure you are happy with your glasses and that you don't leave if you are not satisfied. A very pleasant experience!
Soraya Sediqui
3:20 p.m. Feb. 7, 25
I bought prescription sunglasses at another eyewear store and, because I had doubts about the quality of the lenses, I asked for a second opinion at Van der Geest Optiek.
They were very friendly and helpful. It was no trouble at all to check the glasses. I left with some good advice!
They were very friendly and helpful. It was no trouble at all to check the glasses. I left with some good advice!
Yvette Noy
05:13 February 6, 25
I have been a customer of Lian and Roy since I needed my first pair of glasses about 16 years ago. I always receive excellent advice, good quality, and a wide selection of trendy frames, and I am always extremely satisfied! I have been with Izaac for a few years now, and with the beautiful new store this year, I can be assured of good, modern vision for years to come!
Sophie Yocarini
7:37 p.m. Feb. 25
Fantastic service! I had received a pair of sunglasses as a gift, but they were much too wide and didn't fit properly. I called a number of opticians to have them narrowed, but nowhere would do it. However, Van der Geest Optiek was able to help! I was invited to come in, and after a brief inspection of the glasses, I was immediately assisted by a very friendly and knowledgeable optician, and I left with a pair of glasses that fit perfectly. Thank you again!
Margreet Dijkstra
11:43 a.m. Jan. 27, 25
I have been a customer of Van der Geest Optiek for years and am very satisfied.
They provide good service and give personal and expert advice.
I recently had a problem with a contact lens. This was quickly resolved and, thanks to Lian's efforts, the damage was compensated. Very happy with that!
They provide good service and give personal and expert advice.
I recently had a problem with a contact lens. This was quickly resolved and, thanks to Lian's efforts, the damage was compensated. Very happy with that!
Jack Johnston
10:58 a.m. Dec. 11
Since moving to Haarlem in 2022, I have been going to Van Der Geest Optiek. It's a super-friendly family business with extensive knowledge of optometry.
Highly recommended.
Thank you, Lian, Roy, and Isaac.
Highly recommended.
Thank you, Lian, Roy, and Isaac.
Sofie Brederveld
3:21 p.m. Nov. 13, 24
Van der Geest Optiek provided excellent, expert assistance with lenses and new eyeglass frames!
Kiki Rosingh
12:28 p.m. Nov. 8, 24
Extremely helpful and friendly service. The nose bridge of my son's glasses was badly bent. Not only did the optician perfectly repair the bridge from an extremely difficult twisted bend, he also didn't charge us for it! I can RECOMMEND this optician to everyone, with their very attentive and expert service and wide collection of glasses! Thank you!!
Jaap Ritsema
10:22 a.m. Nov. 6, 24
Van der Geest offers such excellent and pleasant service! Truly unparalleled. And that's many years after purchasing glasses. Really great.
Eliran Teller
09:44 Nov 6, 24
Visiting this store was my first time getting new glasses in the Netherlands. They conducted the examination professionally, with care and recommendations, and later helped me choose the perfect glasses.
I really enjoyed the experience, and after two weeks, I received my new glasses, which I really like!
Although I don't speak much Dutch yet, they were kind enough to speak English and identify any miscommunication due to the language barrier.
I really enjoyed the experience, and after two weeks, I received my new glasses, which I really like!
Although I don't speak much Dutch yet, they were kind enough to speak English and identify any miscommunication due to the language barrier.
Sam Wanrooij
4:07 p.m. Oct. 22
This store gets 5 stars!!!
I had already been to several stores, but when I walked in here, I was given such a friendly welcome. They measured my eyes properly, took their time, and gave me clear explanations about lenses and what was possible. Lots of beautiful frames, and I found the right ones. Thank you for the great service, and I'm happy with my glasses!!! I'll definitely be coming back to you for my next pair.
I had already been to several stores, but when I walked in here, I was given such a friendly welcome. They measured my eyes properly, took their time, and gave me clear explanations about lenses and what was possible. Lots of beautiful frames, and I found the right ones. Thank you for the great service, and I'm happy with my glasses!!! I'll definitely be coming back to you for my next pair.
Stanislav Litovchenko
11:04 a.m. Sep 25
Great experience at Van Der Geest Optiek! I recently had the lenses in my glasses replaced there. The staff were friendly and professional. The eye exam was thorough and they explained everything clearly. Fast service and excellent quality: highly recommended!
Sol Sanarighi
11:23 July 16, 24
I had a problem with my glasses and they fixed it right away.
Very good and willing to help you
I highly recommend this place
Very good and willing to help you
I highly recommend this place
Joanne van Kallen
2:32 p.m. June 24
I wanted varifocal glasses because I was tired of switching between two pairs. I bought varifocal glasses from a cheap optician, but they gave me headaches and made me dizzy. I was told that I was probably one of those people who can't tolerate varifocals and that I should just get two pairs of glasses. I almost believed it, but decided to visit Van der Geest Optiek just to be sure.
Fortunately, Lian and Roy from Van der Geest Optiek convinced me that it was possible to buy varifocal glasses that wouldn't give me headaches or make me dizzy. They promised to find a solution if I had any problems with the glasses. But luckily, that wasn't necessary.
After a careful and extensive eye test, supported by modern equipment, I now enjoy my varifocal glasses. It only took me a few hours to get used to the glasses, and now I don't want to be without them! I had never had an eye test like the one at Van der Geest Optiek at other opticians, such as the national chains.
Lian and Roy, thank you for the great service!
Kind regards,
Joanne
Fortunately, Lian and Roy from Van der Geest Optiek convinced me that it was possible to buy varifocal glasses that wouldn't give me headaches or make me dizzy. They promised to find a solution if I had any problems with the glasses. But luckily, that wasn't necessary.
After a careful and extensive eye test, supported by modern equipment, I now enjoy my varifocal glasses. It only took me a few hours to get used to the glasses, and now I don't want to be without them! I had never had an eye test like the one at Van der Geest Optiek at other opticians, such as the national chains.
Lian and Roy, thank you for the great service!
Kind regards,
Joanne
Magda Sroka
3:14 p.m. June 22, 24
The service was very friendly and helpful. I came in with broken glasses and they were repaired very quickly and free of charge. Would I recommend it?
Gea
07:01 June 22, 24
I am very satisfied with the service and friendliness. And beautiful new frames that are always on display in the shop window. I recently purchased a new frame and my "old" lenses were ground by hand and transferred. Without charging me for this. Very kind!
Erwann Letort
2:40 p.m. June 19, 24
Wonderful experiences. Bought glasses for all my children. Good service. Always available. Professional. Top customer service.
Mieke Green
04:14 June 17, 24
Lian is always ready to help you. Excellent service. We have been coming here for years. She adjusts the glasses with angelic patience. Lian, thank you for your many years of excellent service.
Marisa Silva
7:40 p.m. June 15, 24
After five years in the Netherlands, I urgently needed an eye exam. I couldn't have chosen a better store. I was nervous because I'm not fluent in the language, but everyone here was very helpful from start to finish and took their time with me.
I couldn't have had a better experience!
Thank you very much, and I will definitely remain a customer. 🙂
I couldn't have had a better experience!
Thank you very much, and I will definitely remain a customer. 🙂
Edith Block
8:06 p.m. June 7, 24
I received excellent service. I was there for a minor repair to my old glasses.
From what I could see, they have some nice glasses in the store. I will definitely go back when I need new glasses. I didn't check the prices.
From what I could see, they have some nice glasses in the store. I will definitely go back when I need new glasses. I didn't check the prices.
Anouk Archer
12:46 June 6, 24
I came in with broken glasses, expecting to wait a day or so and come back, but the lovely lady not only repaired them within 5 minutes, she didn't charge me anything! Great service, very helpful and friendly :)
Anne Damstra
11:23 June 6, 24
Pleasant welcome. Very helpful. NICE PEOPLE.
Many thanks for this, Anne Damstra.
Many thanks for this, Anne Damstra.
Dick van Heun
12:04 June 4, 24
I have been visiting them for about 40 years and they always help me very well, are friendly and provide excellent service. In the past, together with my wife, we always received good help and plenty of time, even if we didn't make a purchase. Good luck!
Zanto Zandbergen
09:24 May 25
Always TOP service and friendly, helpful advice! We LOVE going to these experts!
Tamara Jansen
12:43 p.m. May 23, 24
Excellent service and very customer-friendly! My glasses have been adjusted perfectly, and I am very satisfied. Highly recommended!
Natalia Castellanos
4:43 p.m. May 8, 24
I went in for a repair a year ago, and I was so pleased with the attitude and service that I returned to request new glasses and an eye exam. They ALWAYS welcome you with a smile—the friendliest service ever!
The best formula I have!
The best formula I have!
Tineke Tolen
6:40 p.m. May 3, 24
My glasses were completely bent out of shape after a fall and no longer fit properly. I had moved from the Veluwe to Haarlem and was therefore no longer a customer of Van der Geest. But that was no problem at all for these friendly people. My frames were taken to the back and neatly adjusted. And I didn't have to pay a thing—it was complimentary service! Thank you very much!!
Edgar van Beem
3:35 p.m. Apr 24
Top store with highly knowledgeable, helpful, and friendly staff! The go-to eyewear store on Cronjé!
Linda Prinsen
8:50 p.m. Apr 19, 24
Excellent service. Very knowledgeable. Take all the time needed for the customer.
cat ghasemzade
09:23 April 16, 24
Very polite and hospitable people, they repaired my broken glasses perfectly free of charge. I definitely recommend bringing your glasses here to be repaired, and there are so many options for buying new ones!!!
Bob Wind
7:34 p.m. Apr 7, 24
And whether the customer is king at Van der Geest. I received such excellent and precise service last week! I had a pair of sunglasses that needed the lenses from another identical pair of sunglasses to be fitted (the frame of the old glasses was broken). I was able to come back within an hour and it was done. So nice and attentive too. Really top-notch service!
A. Warners
12:52 05 Apr 24
We have been coming here for years, partly because of the expertise and customer service. The wide range means that we always find a suitable frame. Just a very pleasant store!
Jeroen Splinter
11:52 a.m. Apr 4, 24
They were very professional, friendly, and quick to help me when I came in with broken glasses. Top service.
Michelle Curtis
3:37 p.m. Mar 19, 24
Very friendly and helpful staff. Also happy to speak English throughout the entire process!
Rose Hup
09:22 March 15, 24
Excellent service! I had glasses and contact lenses fitted. They are very pleasant people who think along with you. Requesting new lenses was very straightforward. I can recommend Van der Geest Optiek 100%!
Astrid Brouwer
11:27 a.m. Mar 7, 24
Been coming here for years and always get great service. Just picked up a new pair of glasses.
Illia Larka
10:45 a.m. Mar. 6, 24
Van der Geest Optiek made glasses for my partner and me. We are extremely satisfied with the quality of their services, products, and communication. The people who work there are very welcoming and friendly!
I definitely recommend this store!
I definitely recommend this store!
Ksenia Zorina
12:28 February 24
I have been here twice, and both times they repaired my glasses very quickly. I am more than satisfied with this store and recommend it to everyone.
Su Vo
2:38 p.m. Feb. 23, 24
Very professional and very customer-friendly! We have been coming here for years and love it.
Diana Son
3:48 PM Feb 21 24
I have been visiting this optician for years and am still just as enthusiastic about their customer service, professionalism, and the quality of their glasses.
Michelle Westenberg
11:30 a.m. February 21, 24
Extremely customer-friendly and proactive employees. Top-notch service!
Janine van Es
3:23 PM Feb 20 24
A warm welcome upon arrival. Friendly staff who are happy to assist you. Nothing is too much trouble; you can try on any frame you like. Great, expert advice. I even left with two new pairs of glasses. I'm super happy with my purchases.
Closer
09:43 February 4, 24
One of my best experiences with an optician and an eyewear store in general.
First, I would like to express my gratitude to Lian and Roy, who are very kind people and had no problem speaking English with me. Of course, I know that it is common for people to speak English in the Netherlands, but from my personal experience, not everyone is friendly about it. So I appreciate them for this and I can safely say that this is an expat-friendly place.
Secondly, I would like to say that the vision test done by Lian in their store was very specific and detailed. I really felt that they cared. Lian kept asking me several times what I saw and what I read, and she was patient with me and kept trying until I had a confident, solid answer.
I gave them an old pair of glasses of mine and they changed the lenses to suit my new vision. I picked them up today and I absolutely love them, especially because the lenses weren't as thick as the previous ones I got in the US a few years ago.
Incredible experience, this will always be my go-to store from now on, even if I move away from Haarlem, I would come here.
Thank you Lian and Roy, I wish you all the best.
Kind regards,
Nader.
First, I would like to express my gratitude to Lian and Roy, who are very kind people and had no problem speaking English with me. Of course, I know that it is common for people to speak English in the Netherlands, but from my personal experience, not everyone is friendly about it. So I appreciate them for this and I can safely say that this is an expat-friendly place.
Secondly, I would like to say that the vision test done by Lian in their store was very specific and detailed. I really felt that they cared. Lian kept asking me several times what I saw and what I read, and she was patient with me and kept trying until I had a confident, solid answer.
I gave them an old pair of glasses of mine and they changed the lenses to suit my new vision. I picked them up today and I absolutely love them, especially because the lenses weren't as thick as the previous ones I got in the US a few years ago.
Incredible experience, this will always be my go-to store from now on, even if I move away from Haarlem, I would come here.
Thank you Lian and Roy, I wish you all the best.
Kind regards,
Nader.
Lia Park
2:09 p.m. Jan. 13, 24
Great service and cool glasses!
They welcome me and offer professional service. My glasses were repaired perfectly.
They also have a variety of cool frames. I will definitely go here for my next pair of glasses.
They welcome me and offer professional service. My glasses were repaired perfectly.
They also have a variety of cool frames. I will definitely go here for my next pair of glasses.
Tjeerd de Vries
3:00 PM Dec 28, 23
I had an accident with my glasses and broke the right arm. The professionals at Van der Geest tried everything to repair my Silhouette glasses, even taking apart a pair of glasses from the store from a similar brand. Unfortunately, they didn't fit without paying a penny. We left the store and went to another optician. Excellent service.
c jol
8:28 a.m. Dec. 3, 23
I have been a satisfied customer at Van der Geest Optiek for years. I think the service is very good; appointments are kept and the wide selection, including tips from Roy and Lian, ensure that I always have beautiful, well-fitting glasses. I also like coming back here because personal contact is very important to them.
Linda Planjer
07:47 November 1, 23
When I recently sat on my glasses, Roy managed to fix them quickly and professionally. Really great service!
The store has beautiful frames and provides good advice with personal attention.
The store has beautiful frames and provides good advice with personal attention.
Yves Brand
2:38 PM September 5, 23
Friendly and helpful people. If I ever need (sun)glasses again, I will definitely go here.
Antoinette van Groenestyn
08:51 Aug. 11, 23
I heard about their range and service through the grapevine, and I can now confirm that this was well-founded. Roy and Lian are outstanding professionals who care about their customers. I am extremely pleased with my new purchase.
AK
05:51 Aug 9, 23
After my wife got her new glasses here and was delighted with the excellent service, I went too. I had my eye exam and got new prescription sunglasses. The service experience is indeed fantastic, and I am very happy with my new sunglasses. Highly recommended.
Wendy Stokman-Kinnaer
2:54 PM Aug 4, 23
I am extremely pleased with my new reading/computer glasses. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable, delivery was fast, service was excellent, and most importantly... I can see perfectly with them. This will certainly not be the last pair of glasses I purchase here.
Jos Barendregt
07:05 July 28, 23
Unsurpassed in craftsmanship and friendliness.
A solution for every problem, big or small.
A solution for every problem, big or small.
Wietske Paasse - van der Heide
11:28 June 6, 23
Very friendly service. Will come back here next time for an eye test.
Sander Heesakkers
2:24 p.m. May 13, 23
Very nice store with great service. They gave me an emergency repair and did it for free!
Thomas Kroon
12:01 p.m. Apr 19, 23
I recently bought a new pair of glasses here. From the outset, I received excellent, personalized service, with great ideas, lots of options, and, above all, a wealth of expertise. You won't find better service anywhere!
Steven Sierhuis
2:21 PM April 4, 23
They were incredibly helpful in fixing my sunglasses! I'm very happy with the service and will definitely be back when choosing (sun)glasses. Thank you!
Bas Flesseman
2:42 PM Mar 19, 23
A very nice family business. Roy and Lian take time for their customers and give excellent, patient advice. After wearing glasses my whole life, I finally found a beautiful pair of frames from Tree. I am a satisfied customer, and so are my wife and son.
Tim Groeneveld
9:03 p.m. Feb. 25, 23
Highly recommended in Haarlem! I was looking for contact lenses and received excellent service from the entire team. From the eye test to 'practicing' with the lenses. They took their time with everything and provided me with perfect service.
Aad Kuijk
4:33 PM February 7, 23
We have been visiting Van der Geest Optiek for a number of years now. That means, among other things, that we always walk in with a smile on our faces. Our experiences have been more than excellent. The eye tests performed by Lian are of high quality. Roy knows a lot about lenses and frames and provides expert assistance in this area.
Recently, my wife had an unfortunate fall, which rendered her glasses unusable and in need of replacement. After the eye test and glasses fitting, my wife (and I) left the store with big smiles on our faces.
As an added bonus, they helped us substantiate our insurance claim.
In short, we are very satisfied customers and, based on our years of experience, can recommend Van der Geest Optiek to you.
Kind regards, Sandra and Aad
Recently, my wife had an unfortunate fall, which rendered her glasses unusable and in need of replacement. After the eye test and glasses fitting, my wife (and I) left the store with big smiles on our faces.
As an added bonus, they helped us substantiate our insurance claim.
In short, we are very satisfied customers and, based on our years of experience, can recommend Van der Geest Optiek to you.
Kind regards, Sandra and Aad
Anouk de Wit-Breeder
1:42 p.m. Nov. 30, 22
Top shop for good vision with great service! Even though we haven't lived in Haarlem for 15 years, we still keep coming back here. Personal attention, beautiful (sun)glasses, and great lenses.
Marissa van Gool
4:33 p.m. Oct. 31, 22
What service!
Always friendly, the customer is queen here!
They even know you by name!
Good advice and a wealth of expertise!
It's great that these professionals still exist.
In short, "TOPTICIEN"
Always friendly, the customer is queen here!
They even know you by name!
Good advice and a wealth of expertise!
It's great that these professionals still exist.
In short, "TOPTICIEN"
EJ
1:25 p.m. Oct. 19, 22
Van Der Geest Opticians provides excellent service. In addition to being friendly and attentive, the staff at this store is committed to customer satisfaction. The issue with my old glasses was resolved to my complete satisfaction. Thank you!
Leonie Entius
2:26 p.m. Sep 28, 22
We have been customers of Vander Geest for several generations, so when my father needed treatment, the choice was easy, even though we no longer live in Haarlem. We were immediately recognized and old stories came flooding back; it was such a warm welcome. Thanks to their expertise, cataracts were diagnosed and they also helped with the report to the family doctor and provided temporary glasses until my father had his operation. We will definitely go back if we ever need reading glasses.
Hedy K.
8:23 p.m. September 13, 22
I have been a loyal customer of Van der Geest for over twenty years, for both glasses and contact lenses. I have been living an hour away for a number of years now, and they still provide excellent service even from a distance :)
Bas van der Veen
07:59 September 9, 22
Very friendly and knowledgeable service. When adjusting my glasses, they carefully considered what was and wasn't possible. All in all, very satisfied! I will definitely return if necessary.
Jos Schrama
09:35 September 2
Experienced optician with great service! My glasses were broken, the nose piece had broken off, but they were professionally soldered back on and at the same time the earpieces were replaced (without me even asking), even though the glasses had been out of the collection for a while. TOP.
A breath of fresh air compared to the big suppliers.
A breath of fresh air compared to the big suppliers.
Sven van der Meer
1:24 p.m. Aug. 30, 22
What a great optician this is. Very friendly and sincere people who are happy to make time for you. They are also very good at their job, and I have been coming here for years without any complaints or problems. Professionalism at a fair price, I am very satisfied!
Mark Holtrop
6:39 p.m. Aug. 25, 22
Forget Hans Anders, Pearle, especially Specsavers, and other (larger) chains. Here, customer service, expertise, and dedication are key. They take the time for you, ask the right questions, and ultimately come up with a top solution.
Dida Radecker
3:34 p.m. Aug. 17, 22
Very pleasant contact. I am not yet a customer, but I walked in with a problem with my frames, which I did not purchase from Van der Geest. Nevertheless, they were willing to help me and did not charge me for it. Everything was handled with a smile. Special and noteworthy. Thank you for this.
Dance of the Black
05:16 July 17, 22
Our daughter Diede (9 years old) was very successful with a nice, stylish pair of glasses! A friendly, personal approach and clear expertise mean that we will gladly come back again.
Koos Koet
2:25 p.m. June 18, 22
We have been customers of Van der Geest Optiek for over 30 years. We have always received excellent and prompt service. The advice they gave us about new lenses, etc., as well as about eye health, was excellent.
Lida Veenstra
1:46 p.m. June 16, 22
It's always a bit of a hassle to change opticians,
What's good is good, right?
But traveling to Arnhem every time is also a bit of a pain.
So I saw some nice glasses in the window there!
To make a long story short, what a great store with beautiful glasses and a lot of honest expertise too.
I did miss the coffee, though. 😂
Van der Geest Optiek is a case of small but nice!
Amazing honest service from Lian, her husband Roy, and their son!
You leave there with a smile on your face!
What's good is good, right?
But traveling to Arnhem every time is also a bit of a pain.
So I saw some nice glasses in the window there!
To make a long story short, what a great store with beautiful glasses and a lot of honest expertise too.
I did miss the coffee, though. 😂
Van der Geest Optiek is a case of small but nice!
Amazing honest service from Lian, her husband Roy, and their son!
You leave there with a smile on your face!
The Full Concert Guys
1:27 p.m. June 10, 22
Super fast and friendly service!
The arm of my sunglasses had come loose and was fixed within a minute!
The arm of my sunglasses had come loose and was fixed within a minute!
Laura Geerars
10:49 a.m. May 18, 22
Very friendly service and good advice. Thank you very much for your help!
Christian De Vries
11:41 a.m. Apr 23, 22
Very helpful and a company that pays attention to your needs!
Renske van Nieuwkerk - de Wijs
3:14 p.m. Apr 6, 22
Super helpful. I had bought sunglasses from another store, and the employees here adjusted them for me free of charge. Extremely friendly and pleasant store!
Leon Karst
10:22 a.m. Mar. 23
I dropped by for a minor repair with a pair of sunglasses that I hadn't purchased at this store. They made time for me without an appointment, and I was able to pick up the glasses 15 minutes later. Customer service that sets an example for others to follow.
Anton De Bruin
2:26 PM Mar 19, 22
Good advice when purchasing glasses, but also excellent after-sales service, such as repairing my sports glasses.
Sander Koster
4:05 PM Dec 3, 21
I have been visiting Van der Geest Opticians since I got my first pair of glasses. Every time I visit Van der Geest, I receive professional and friendly service. Today, I am once again delighted with my new glasses. Thank you once again for your customer-focused service!
Mo Mooij
4:09 PM Dec 2, 21
Very friendly people. It was my first time there and I received excellent, professional service, from the eye test to choosing my glasses.
Hinde
2:21 PM Oct 22, 21
Super friendly people! They help you well. I've been coming here for a number of years and always receive good service! :)
Loes van den Hoven
12:34 p.m. Sep 25, 21
Really nice people who take the time to find what suits you best. When I return weeks later, they still remember exactly what we talked about, from work to hobbies to vacation plans. Questions, comments, and/or complaints about the glasses I purchased are taken seriously and addressed where necessary. I am very happy to have found this optician!
The frames are a bit more expensive than at the average chain store (the lenses are fairly similar), but in my opinion, it's definitely worth it, especially given my fairly significant vision impairment. The last time I went to a chain store, I didn't feel like the eye test was done very well, but at Van der Geest, both the test and the frame selection were professional and personal. In short, highly recommended!
The frames are a bit more expensive than at the average chain store (the lenses are fairly similar), but in my opinion, it's definitely worth it, especially given my fairly significant vision impairment. The last time I went to a chain store, I didn't feel like the eye test was done very well, but at Van der Geest, both the test and the frame selection were professional and personal. In short, highly recommended!
Iris Blesgraaf
6:28 PM September 24, 21
Choosing my first pair of glasses was quite exciting, but I received excellent assistance from friendly staff. The eye test was very accurate, and I was given ample time to select a pair of glasses that suited me well. Very pleasant.
Diana Molenaar (NL)
07:26 September 17, 21
I picked out another pair of beautiful glasses at Vd Geest Opticians. I received excellent service and am very happy with the experience. Great store!
Masha Bogaart
09:27 September 12, 21
Van der Geest Opticians is a wonderful store that our family has been visiting for years!
Beautiful, high-quality products, from glasses to contact lenses.
The service is especially great!
Roy and Lian are always happy to help and are always there for you.
And, not unimportantly, there is a warm and welcoming atmosphere when you walk in!
We are happy with our optician!
Beautiful, high-quality products, from glasses to contact lenses.
The service is especially great!
Roy and Lian are always happy to help and are always there for you.
And, not unimportantly, there is a warm and welcoming atmosphere when you walk in!
We are happy with our optician!
Michiel de Haas-Riffault
4:11 p.m. Aug. 13, 21
Lian and Roy are two very hospitable people. Van der Geest Optiek has a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
The collection is tasteful and offers plenty of choice. The help and advice provided when making a selection is also very pleasant.
I find the professional and careful eye test just as important (perhaps even more important than anything else).
Thank you!
The collection is tasteful and offers plenty of choice. The help and advice provided when making a selection is also very pleasant.
I find the professional and careful eye test just as important (perhaps even more important than anything else).
Thank you!
Mieke Kuijk
08:16 Aug 6, 21
This is a wonderful place where we always receive excellent, professional service. We have been coming here for years and hope to continue doing so for many years to come!
Job Willemse
2:32 p.m. July 28, 21
Such friendly people. They take all the time you need, top-notch service. And, not unimportantly, they also have very nice glasses. The coffee was delicious too!
Bibiche Clock
1:16 p.m. July 28, 21
Thanks again for the fantastic service! When I need new glasses, I know where to go!
Alex Baltus
2:52 PM July 17, 21
The best optician in Haarlem! What fantastic service, both for repairs and new glasses!
Vincent
12:24 p.m. June 22, 21
I have been visiting Van der Geest Optiek for over twenty years. Warm people who are passionate about their business and their customers. Knowledgeable, interested, helpful, and sincere! Lian and Roy give good advice and are honest.
I love coming here!
I love coming here!
Paulo Di Gioia
2:00 PM May 10, 21
Excellent service! I am very satisfied with the glasses I purchased and with the assistance I received in repairing the broken frame.
C Pol
8:47 p.m. Apr 21
It's always nice to visit Van der Geest Opticians. I've been a customer for at least 10 years. Beautiful glasses, good service, and a pleasant atmosphere.