Laser eye surgery · Cost guide · 2026

SMILE Pro laser eye surgery cost

SMILE Pro on the ZEISS VISUMAX 800 typically costs £2,200–£3,200 per eye in the UK (around £4,500–£6,000 for both eyes), all-inclusive. It is the latest flapless, keyhole laser-vision procedure for short-sightedness and astigmatism. Here's what you'll pay, what's included and who it suits.

From £2,200per eye, all-inclusive
£4,500–£6,000typical both eyes
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0% financecommonly available

SMILE Pro laser eye surgery costs from about £2,200 per eye in the UK in 2026, or roughly £4,500–£6,000 for both eyes treated together. The price is normally all-inclusive — covering your suitability assessment, the procedure on the ZEISS VISUMAX 800, and follow-up aftercare. SMILE Pro is the third-generation small incision lenticule extraction (SMILE) procedure, completing the laser step in around 10 seconds per eye through a 2–3 mm keyhole incision, with no corneal flap.

How much does SMILE Pro cost?

Pricing varies with your prescription, the clinic and the technology, but as a 2026 UK guide:

Per eye

From £2,200–£3,200. All-inclusive of assessment, procedure and standard aftercare.

Both eyes

Around £4,500–£6,000 — most patients have both eyes treated in the same visit.

Finance

0% finance is widely offered, spreading the cost over 12–24 months.

Always confirm whether a quoted price is per eye or for both eyes, and what aftercare and any enhancement (re-treatment) cover is included. Compare with other techniques on our laser eye surgery cost page and the dedicated SMILE cost guide.

What's included in the price?

A transparent SMILE Pro package should include: a full pre-operative suitability assessment and corneal scans, the surgeon's fee and the laser procedure itself, post-operative eye drops, and routine follow-up appointments. Ask whether re-treatment (enhancement) is covered should your vision need fine-tuning. Read more about the procedure on our SMILE Pro treatment page.

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Who is SMILE Pro suitable for?

SMILE Pro treats short-sightedness (myopia) from about -0.50 to -10.00 D and astigmatism up to around -5.00 D. Because it is flapless, it is often favoured by people with active lifestyles or drier eyes. A consultation with corneal scans confirms whether SMILE Pro, LASIK or another option best suits your eyes. It is not used to correct long-sightedness in the way some other procedures are.

SMILE Pro vs LASIK on cost

SMILE Pro and LASIK are usually priced in a similar bracket, though exact figures depend on the clinic and your prescription. The main differences are clinical rather than financial: SMILE Pro is flapless and uses a single laser, while LASIK creates a thin corneal flap. See current LASIK cost and compare procedures on our laser eye surgery hub. Another flapless lenticule option, SILK, is also available at some clinics.

Frequently asked questions

How much does SMILE Pro cost in the UK?
SMILE Pro typically costs from £2,200 per eye, or around £4,500–£6,000 for both eyes, all-inclusive of assessment, the procedure and standard aftercare. 0% finance is widely available.
Is the price per eye or for both eyes?
Headline prices are usually quoted per eye. Most patients have both eyes treated in one visit, so ask for an all-inclusive both-eyes quote.
Does the price include aftercare and enhancements?
A good package includes pre-op scans, the procedure, post-op drops and routine reviews. Check separately whether enhancement (re-treatment) is included should your vision need fine-tuning.
What does SMILE Pro treat?
SMILE Pro corrects short-sightedness (myopia) up to about -10.00 D and astigmatism up to around -5.00 D. A consultation with corneal scans confirms suitability.

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Updated on 27 Jun 2026