Discount optometrist?

My son (10) needs glasses and I am without vision coverage insurance. There are places around like Binyons that will do an eye exam and glasses for $99 or something, but I’m wondering if that is worth it.

I’m assuming he doesn’t need anything beyond just a routine exam, so I’m leaning towards going with one of these discount places.

Anyone have experiences with these places and/or opinions on using them for his first eye exam?

That’s about all I’ve ever used with my son. He got his first glasses really young, and in fact, the Lyons Club ended up taking care of that.

I’ve always used discount places for myself as well - even now that I have vision coverage.