Glasses Prices in Georgia 2026 — What They Cost and Why
Written by MODI
In 2026, a complete pair of prescription glasses at MODI starts at 300 GEL: a Barner frame from 195 GEL plus prescription blue-light lenses for 105 GEL. Non-prescription screen, sun and reading glasses start at 195 GEL for adults and 140 GEL for kids. Below we break down exactly what you pay for when you buy glasses in Georgia — and where the money actually goes.
What you pay for in a frame
The frame is where material and construction decide the price. The Georgian market has, broadly, three segments: cheap no-name mass production at the bottom, mid-range specialist brands in the middle, and premium fashion houses at the top — with prices that differ several times over between segments. Expensive does not automatically mean better; what matters is knowing what you are paying for. Barner sits in the accessible branded segment: its TR-90 frames weigh around 15 grams — light enough to wear all day — and the range includes bio-acetate models. At MODI, adult Barner frames start at 195 GEL and kids models at 140 GEL.
What you pay for in lenses
Lenses drive the final price more than most buyers expect, because the technology inside them varies enormously: a basic clear lens, a blue-light filter, a tint, a photochromic coating that darkens in the sun, or polarization all cost differently. At MODI, prescription lenses fitted into a Barner frame cost: blue-light lenses 105 GEL, tinted lenses 125 GEL and photochromic lenses 135 GEL, in the range of -4 to +4. For a deeper look at how prescription lenses work, read what you need to know about prescription lenses.
MODI prices in 2026: the full table
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Barner adult frames (screen, sun, reading) | from 195 GEL |
| Barner kids glasses | from 140 GEL |
| Prescription blue-light lenses (fitted into a Barner frame) | 105 GEL |
| Prescription tinted lenses | 125 GEL |
| Prescription photochromic lenses | 135 GEL |
| Prescription range | -4 to +4 |
| Bombata laptop bags | from 165 GEL |
A worked example: prescription glasses for 300 GEL
Here is the arithmetic for a complete pair at MODI. A Barner frame from 195 GEL plus prescription blue-light lenses for 105 GEL comes to 300 GEL in total. Prefer tinted lenses? 195 + 125 = 320 GEL. Photochromic lenses that darken outdoors bring the total to 195 + 135 = 330 GEL. For people who spend the day at a monitor, blue-light prescription lenses are the most practical choice — see our guide to computer glasses.
How installments change the picture
A quality pair of glasses is something you use every waking hour, and installment payment turns that one-time cost into a manageable monthly one. MODI offers installments, so you do not need to pay the full amount upfront — ask in any store or when ordering online. Delivery is available across Georgia, so the same prices apply whether you are in Tbilisi, Batumi or anywhere else in the country.
Why cheap no-name sunglasses are a false economy
A dark lens without a real UV filter is worse for your eyes than no sunglasses at all: behind a dark lens your pupil opens wider, and if the lens does not block ultraviolet light, more of it reaches the retina. That is why the cheapest no-name sunglasses can be the most expensive purchase you make. Barner sunglasses use TAC polarized lenses with UV400 protection — blocking 100% of UVA and UVB rays — and start at 195 GEL at MODI. Read more in our article on UV protection and sunglasses.
Where to buy
MODI has been the official Barner retailer in Georgia since September 2024. Visit any of our four stores, open daily from 10:00 to 22:00: Vake (Axis Towers), East Point, Tbilisi Mall and Batumi Grand Mall — or order online with delivery across Georgia and installment payment available. Browse the sunglasses collection and the screen glasses collection.
Frequently asked questions
How much do glasses cost in Georgia in 2026?
At MODI, adult Barner frames start at 195 GEL and kids glasses at 140 GEL. A complete pair of prescription glasses starts at 300 GEL (frame plus blue-light lenses).
How much do prescription lenses cost at MODI?
Prescription lenses fitted into a Barner frame cost: blue-light 105 GEL, tinted 125 GEL and photochromic 135 GEL, in the range of -4 to +4.
What is the cheapest complete pair of prescription glasses at MODI?
300 GEL: a Barner frame from 195 GEL plus prescription blue-light lenses for 105 GEL.
Can I buy glasses in installments in Georgia?
Yes. MODI offers installment payment in all four stores and online, with delivery across Georgia.
Are cheap sunglasses without UV protection safe?
No. A dark lens without a UV filter makes your pupil open wider while letting ultraviolet light through, so more UV reaches the eye than with no sunglasses at all. Look for UV400 protection.
