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Acuvue Moist vs AquaComfort Plus
Medically reviewed by Sharon Copeland on 17 January 2022
1 Day Acuvue Moist by Johnson & Johnson and Dailies AquaComfort Plus by Alcon & Ciba Vision are both daily contact lenses designed to provide optimal moisture and comfort to those with busy and active lifestyles. They both utilise different wetting agents and technologies to do this.
Our specs table below shows a detailed comparison between 1 Day Acuvue Moist and Dailies AquaComfort Plus:
1 Day Acuvue Moist | Dailies AquaComfort Plus | |
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Manufacturer | Johnson & Johnson | Alcon & Ciba Vision |
Prescription parameters | ||
Replacement Schedule | Daily disposable | Daily disposable |
Wearing Details | Daily wear | Daily wear |
Sphere/ Powers | -0.50D to -6.00D (0.25D steps) -6.50D to -12.00D (0.50D steps) +0.50D to +6.00D (0.25D steps) |
-0.50D to -6.00D (0.25D steps) -6.50D to -12.00D (0.50D steps) +0.50D to +6.00D (0.25D steps) |
Base Curves (B.C) | 8.5mm 9.0mm |
8.7mm |
Diameters (Dia) | 14.2mm | 14mm |
Lens Material | Ionic hydrogel (Etafilcon A) |
Non-ionic hydrogel (Nelfilcon A) |
Lens Design | Spherical | Front surface: Tri-curve Back surface: Back-curve |
Wetting Agents | Yes -PVP |
Yes -HPMC -PEG - PVA |
% of Water | 58% | 69% |
Center Thickness | 0.084mm | 0.10mm |
Oxygen Permeability | 33 Dk/t | 26 Dk/t |
Benefits & Features | ||
Special Features |
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UV Blocking | Class 2 85.1% UVA 98.8% UVB |
No |
Visibility Tint | Yes (blue tint) |
Yes Light Blue (VISITINT®) |
Inside-out Mark | Yes (123) |
No |
Packaging and Pricing | ||
Packaging Details | 30 lenses per box | 30 lenses per box |
Price per box | €19.95 | €15.95 |
How does Acuvue Moist compare to AquaComfort Plus?
1 Day Acuvue Moist and Dailies AquaComfort Plus are both hygienic and convenient contact lenses for those with busy and active lifestyle as they don’t require cleaning or storing. Simply put a fresh pair in when you wake up and discard them at the end of each day. These contact lenses provide optimal moisture and comfort throughout the during of wear but utilise different technologies and wetting agents to do so.
1 Day Acuvue Moist features LACREON Technology, a highly moisturising wetting agent that retains moisture on the surface of the lens. LACREON Technology ensures the lenses don't dry out and is inspired by the natural behaviour of tears to keep contact lenses hydrated and comfortable with a presence you'll barely feel.
Dailies AquaComfort Plus achieves a similar feeling with a combination of technologies including blink-activated moisture technology which releases moisture onto the eye every time you blink. LightStream technology ensures a thin lens design so that these contact lenses are super comfortable and easy to handle.
Which is better Acuvue Moist or AquaComfort Plus?
1 Day Acuvue Moist are considered a better lens option for those who spend lots of time outdoors as they feature UV blocker to protect your eyes from UVA and UVB rays. They are also an excellent choice if you’re new to wearing contact lenses as their visibility tint and inside out mark makes them easy to handle and apply. They have a higher oxygen permeability than Dailies AquaComfort Plus for incredible breathability and comfort.
Nevertheless, AquaComfort Plus makes up for this with a higher water content, which creates an additional cushion of moisture and hydration, perfect for dry eyes. If you have a high prescription, you may find that Dailies AquaComfort Plus is a better lens for you as it comes in a higher power range. AquaComfort Plus is also a cheaper lens wear option.
Overall, both these lenses provide outstanding comfort and visual acuity, so before deciding, which is better for you, we recommend consulting with your optician.
Not sure which lenses to go for? Take a look at what our customers have to say below:
1 Day Acuvue Moist reviews
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Tracey Green- 20 Jul 2021VerifiedVery comfortable to wear. Will definitely order again
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Ms Tracy Ford- 04 Jul 2021VerifiedVery comfortable lenses, easy to use. Good value for money.
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Mrs Lodge- 28 Jun 2021VerifiedExcellent product. I have worn contact lenses for 55years and these are the best lenses I have ever had.
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M Higgs- 28 Jun 2021VerifiedI have used these lenses for years and my eyes nver feel dry or itchy.
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Kelly- 22 Jul 2021VerifiedExcellent contacts, confortable and dry out less than others
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Dapper- 21 Jul 2021VerifiedGreat quality soft lenses, moisturising in this heat wave!
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Humera- 20 Jul 2021VerifiedComfortable to wear, easy to use
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Lisa Watt- 16 Jul 2021VerifiedLovely daily lenses so soft you forget you have them in. Easy with no fuss to apply. Highly recommend. I will be purchasing again when mine are finished.
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