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Top-Reviewed Optometrists in Lakeside, CA
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As of July 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 optometrists in Lakeside, CA by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Lakeside Eyecare Optometry with a 5.0-star rating from 171 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 98/100. Also in the top tier: Butler Kim J OD and America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses. The average rating across all listed optometrists in Lakeside is 4.5 stars from 222 reviews per business on average.
Eye care in Lakeside: comprehensive exam $100–$175 without insurance; most vision plans cover 1 exam/year with $10–$25 copay.
Rankings updated July 4, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
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Top Rated Optometrists
Santee's top-rated optometrist, with a perfect 5.0-star score from 171 reviews.
9710 Winter Gdns Blvd Suite A, Lakeside, CA 92040, USAKnown for solid 4.4-star care from dozens of local patient reviews.
4902, 1273 Broadway, El Cajon, CA 92021, USAEl Cajon optometrist with a 4.3-star rating from over 150 Google reviews.
352 N 2nd St, El Cajon, CA 92021, USAOptometrists Rankings in Lakeside, CA
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Lakeside Eyecare Optometry9710 Winter Gdns Blvd Suite A, Lakeside, CA 92040, USA | 5.0★ | 171 |
| #2 | Butler Kim J OD4902, 1273 Broadway, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA | 4.4★ | 38 |
| #3 | America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses352 N 2nd St, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA | 4.3★ | 151 |
| #4 | Total Vision El Cajon1093 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA | 3.8★ | 54 |
| #5 | Target Optical9846 Mission Gorge Rd, Santee, CA 92071, USA | 4.8★ | 88 |
| #6 | Dr. Monvelea Makor9846 Mission Gorge Rd, Santee, CA 92071, USA | 5.0★ | 471 |
| #7 | Sharp Rees-Stealy Santee8701 Cuyamaca St, Santee, CA 92071, USA | 3.9★ | 82 |
| #8 | Allison D. Pierce, OD - Sharp Rees-Stealy Santee8701 Cuyamaca St Floor 3, Santee, CA 92071, USA | 5.0★ | 272 |
| #9 | Jennifer N. Tam, OD - Sharp Rees-Stealy Santee8701 Cuyamaca St Floor 3, Santee, CA 92071, USA | 5.0★ | 258 |
| #10 | Iris Bright Optometry, provider of Eyexam of CA539 Parkway Plaza, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA | 4.9★ | 178 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated July 2026
All Optometrists in Lakeside
54 Google reviews give this El Cajon optometrist a mixed 3.8-star rating.
1093 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA
Santee optometrist with a 4.8-star rating from 88 glowing reviews.
9846 Mission Gorge Rd, Santee, CA 92071, USA
El Cajon optometrist with a perfect 5.0★ rating from over 470 reviews.
9846 Mission Gorge Rd, Santee, CA 92071, USA
3.9 stars from 82 reviews; rated consistently across dozens of local patient experiences.
8701 Cuyamaca St, Santee, CA 92071, USA
Santee's top-rated optometrist with a perfect 5.0 stars from 272 reviews.
8701 Cuyamaca St Floor 3, Santee, CA 92071, USA
5.0 stars from 258 reviews; Santee's most trusted optometrist choice.
8701 Cuyamaca St Floor 3, Santee, CA 92071, USA
El Cajon optometrist with a 4.9-star rating from 178 Google reviews.
539 Parkway Plaza, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA
Highly rated El Cajon optometrist with 4.6 stars from hundreds of reviews.
539 Parkway Plaza, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA
1.8 stars from 5 Google reviews indicates mixed customer feedback.
8701 Cuyamaca St Floor 3, Santee, CA 92071, USA
Rated 4.3 stars from four Google reviews, providing solid local eye care.
9727 Mission Gorge Rd, Santee, CA 92071, USA
Trusted by locals, this Santee optometrist holds a strong 4.6-star rating from 72 reviews.
9727 Mission Gorge Rd, Santee, CA 92071, USA
Located in Santee, with 22 Google reviews averaging a fair 3.9 stars.
101 Town Center Pkwy, Santee, CA 92071, USA
Exceptional 5.0-star rating from one Google review in Santee.
Located Inside the Santee Costco, 101 Town Center Pkwy, Santee, CA 92071, USA
Trusted by over 1,500 patients, this Santee optometrist holds a solid 4.4-star rating.
9621 Mission Gorge Rd, Santee, CA 92071, USA
Shoppers praise this Santee optometrist with a perfect 5.0-star rating from 155 reviews.
170 Town Center Pkwy, Santee, CA 92071, USA
Trusted by locals with a 4.6-star rating from 178 reviews.
231 W Main St First Floor, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA
El Cajon optometrist with a 4.8-star rating from over 300 Google reviews.
9349 Mission Gorge Rd #114, Santee, CA 92071, USA
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Optometrists in Lakeside, CA — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lakeside Eyecare Optometry | 98/100 | 5.0 ★ | 171 |
| 2 | Butler Kim J OD | 80/100 | 4.4 ★ | 38 |
| 3 | America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses | 77/100 | 4.3 ★ | 151 |
| 4 | Total Vision El Cajon | 71/100 | 3.8 ★ | 54 |
| 5 | Target Optical | 91/100 | 4.8 ★ | 88 |
| 6 | Dr. Monvelea Makor | 100/100 | 5.0 ★ | 471 |
| 7 | Sharp Rees-Stealy Santee | 75/100 | 3.9 ★ | 82 |
| 8 | Allison D. Pierce, OD - Sharp Rees-Stealy Santee | 100/100 | 5.0 ★ | 272 |
| 9 | Jennifer N. Tam, OD - Sharp Rees-Stealy Santee | 100/100 | 5.0 ★ | 258 |
| 10 | Iris Bright Optometry, provider of Eyexam of CA | 96/100 | 4.9 ★ | 178 |
Ranked by RatingsNearMe Score · ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions — Optometrists in Lakeside
What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist in Lakeside?
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 Lakeside?
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 Lakeside typically costs $100–$175. Contact lens fittings are usually billed separately.
How much do glasses cost in Lakeside?
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 Lakeside 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.
How are the optometrists on this page ranked?
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Every optometrists on RatingsNearMe is scored transparently: star rating (35%), review volume (30%), customer sentiment (20%), profile completeness (10%), and availability (5%). Businesses labeled exclusive or premium are Featured Partners — they have paid for enhanced visibility but must still rank through real customer reviews. We cap sponsored boosts so bad businesses can never buy the top spot.
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: July 4, 2026.
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