Comparison

LensDirect vs BrimXchange

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

LensDirect

Shop for eyeglasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses at low prices. Virtually try on frames, measure your pupillary distance, and manage contact lens subscriptions. Enjoy free shipping and earn rewards with every purchase.

Highlights
  • Virtual try-on for frames
  • Purchase name-brand contact lenses
  • Manage contact lens subscriptions
  • Measure pupillary distance (PD)
  • Free shipping and returns
  • Earn LD Rewards
Features
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Our app provides the easiest way to shop for LensDirect vision care products, including eyeglasses, sunglasses, contact lenses, and accessories. But shopping is just the beginning. App benefits/features: - Purchase name-brand contact lenses at a fraction of the cost. - Virtually try on frames anytime, anywhere (For iPhone X and above). - Enjoy free shipping and easy peasy returns. - Easily manage your contact lens subscription. - Measure your pupillary distance (PD) in real-time (For iPhone X and above). - Earn LD Rewards with every purchase. - Receive notifications when you might be running low on contact lenses. - Find the best frames for your face shape with a face scan (For iPhone X and above). Think of LensDirect as your dedicated vision care companion (kinda like your BFFAEAE). Shop for eyewear, contact lenses, and more—all in one place – in the palm of your hands. And yes, our prices are unbelievably low, without compromising quality or service. Here’s the deal though: We use Apple’s TrueDepth API. To use these features, users must agree to LensDirect’s terms and conditions of use. Only when using the LensDirect app does the TrueDepth feature analyze multiple data points on the user’s face. Once the analysis is done, it’s over. We do not save or store any face scan data or share it with third parties. We take privacy seriously. With our free Pupillary Distance (PD) and facial width measurement scan, when the user selects ‘Okay’ – the user is agreeing to give us access to use the camera on your face and measure facial features. Remember, we don’t store or share those results without your permission. Once the measurements are completed, the user has the choice to share those with whomever (hopefully us, so we can give you the best optical shopping experience). With our Virtual Try-On technology, when you tap ‘Okay’ – you’re agreeing to give us access to your camera and to measure your features. Once it’s done, it’s gone. We do not store or share that data with any third party. Terms & Conditions of Use: https://www.lensdirect.com/terms-and-conditions Privacy Policy: https://www.lensdirect.com/privacy-policy

About

BrimXchange

Features
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BrimXchange brings collector hat resale and a documented release archive together. Explore Goorin Bros. models and colorways, compare seller photos and condition, and keep your collection organized. EXPLORE THE ARCHIVE Browse documented Friday Drops, capsules and collections, with release dates and source information where available. Coverage is partial: some hats have unknown dates or missing reference photos. COMPARE A HAT PHOTO Compare a photo with available archive references. Results are suggestions, not guaranteed identification. Confirm patch wording, color and SKU before buying or listing. BUY AND SELL COLLECTOR HATS Browse listings with seller photos and stated condition. Create a listing with your own photos and hat details. Eligible physical hat orders use the checkout and shipping information shown before payment. Shipping is available within the United States. KEEP YOUR COLLECTION ORGANIZED Use My collection to manage your hats and find relevant archive records. BrimXchange is an independent marketplace and archive. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Goorin Bros. Goorin Bros. and related marks belong to their respective owners.

Screenshots

LensDirect4 screens
BrimXchange4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: BrimXchange at 15.0 against LensDirect's 18.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LensDirect ships an update every 10 days, BrimXchange every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
LensDirect versus BrimXchange: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLensDirectBrimXchange
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (663 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews55.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings663 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size90 MB2 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperLensDirect LLCjohn prodromidis

In-app purchases

None

LensDirect

No in-app purchases

None

BrimXchange

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LensDirect free?
LensDirect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BrimXchange free?
BrimXchange is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do LensDirect or BrimXchange have ads?
Neither LensDirect nor BrimXchange shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LensDirect or BrimXchange?
LensDirect ships an update every 10 days, and BrimXchange every 6 days. Most recently, LensDirect was updated on October 30, 2026 and BrimXchange on October 20, 2026.

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