Hi Bruce
I paid $70 for a pair of readers in Phuket in 07. My eye test was fairly low key and I basically sat on a typing chair in the shop and a few lenses were tested on me until we came across ones that were clear. I ordered them and they were ready later the same day.
I also bought some more last October in Pattaya with same kind of test, my husband and I paid $100 each. I'd say they are on a par with Budget Specs.
Hope this helps.
Cheers Geri