Spectacles Market Size To Reach $114.63 Billion By 2030

Spectacles Market Growth & Trends

The global spectacles market size is estimated to reach USD 114.63 billion by 2030, registering to grow at a CAGR of 4.3% from 2025 to 2030 according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Rising incidences of refractive errors, especially among younger population is anticipated to boost the product demand. Furthermore, preference for prescription glasses over contact lenses for effective vision correction is expected to positively influence the growth. Rise in aging population is anticipated to further drive the growth. Increasing prominence of computer glasses to reduce eye strain and headaches is also anticipated to fuel the product demand.

Vision problems are prevalent among younger generation owing to technological disadvantages of extended usage of computers, smartphones, televisions, and other digital devices. Increased risk of Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) is anticipated to drive the demand for anti-glare glasses and in turn fuel the spectacles market.

Currently, around 30% of global population is myopic. Around 80% to 90% young population of Asian countries such as China, Japan, Singapore, and South Korea suffers from myopia. According to the Journal of Ophthalmology, by 2050, around 50% of the global population will be myopic. According to the National Health Commission, in 2018, around 53% of mainland Chinese children and adolescents were suffering from myopia. Such high prevalence of nearsightedness is a prominent factor driving the demand for spectacles from Asia Pacific.

Commoditization of eye wear industry, influence of media and entertainment personalities, and willingness to splurge on fashionable spectacles are some of the factors driving the product demand. Rising fashion consciousness among millennials coupled with availability of a wide range of fashionable spectacles is anticipated to propel the market. Furthermore, rising demand for vision correction lenses among aging population from Asian and Latin American countries is anticipated to fuel the market growth.

Lens segment held the largest market share of 55.7% in 2024, owing to the rising occurrence of vision problems. Rising demand for plastic frames owing to their improved durability and ease of repairing is anticipated to impel the growth of this segment. Manufacturers constantly innovate lens material and add new features to the product. For instance, Crizal lenses by Essilor Ltd. are manufactured using hydrophobic coating that prevents water droplets from sticking to the surface of the lens.

The online channel is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR over the forecast period. The ease of shopping with customization and configuration options coupled with doorstep delivery is anticipated to fuel the growth of the segment. Prominent players in the segment include Warby Parker and ZENNI OPTICAL, INC.

North America spectacle industry dominated the global industry with the largest revenue share of 32.1% in 2024. Rise in aging population in U.S. and Canada is expected to drive the regional demand for spectacles. According to the Vision Council of America, 75% adults from U.S. use vision correction measures, of which around 64% use eyeglasses. This factor is anticipated to propel the regional market over the forecast period.

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Spectacles Market Report Highlights

• Lenses dominated the market with the largest revenue share of 55.7% in 2024. Increasing demand for different types of lenses, such as single vision, bifocal, trifocal, and progressive lenses, is anticipated to drive the segment growth.

• Frames are expected to grow at the fastest CAGR of 4.6% over the forecast period.

• The online channel is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR over the forecast period. The convenience of online shopping enables consumers to browse and purchase spectacles from the comfort of their homes at any time.

• North America spectacle industry dominated the global industry with the largest revenue share of 32.1% in 2024.

Spectacles Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global spectacles market based on parts, distribution channel, and region:

Spectacles Parts Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)

• Frames

• Lens

Spectacles Distribution Channel Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)

• Offline

• Online

Spectacles Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)

• North America

  • U.S.

  • Canada

  • Mexico

• Europe

  • UK

  • Germany

  • France

  • Italy

  • Spain

• Asia Pacific

  • Japan

  • China

  • India

  • Australia

  • South Korea

• Latin America

  • Brazil

• Middle East and Africa (MEA)

  • Saudi Arabia

List of Key Players in Spectacles Market

• Essilor International

• Johnson & Johnson Vision

• Alcon

• ZEISS Group

• HOYA Corporation

• ZENNI OPTICAL, INC

• Warby Parker

• Lenskart

• Titan Company 

• MODO