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Focus Dailies vs AquaComfort Plus
Medically reviewed by Sharon Copeland on 23 July 2021
Focus Dailies and Dailies AquaComfort Plus are both top daily contact lenses by Alcon & Ciba Vision.
Focus Dailies was introduced in the early 2000s and Dailies AquaComfort Plus in 2009. The two lenses appear to be almost identical when it comes to their parameters, cost and materials.
Our comparison table below shows how incredibly similar these daily disposable contact lenses are:
| Focus Dailies | Dailies AquaComfort Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Alcon & Ciba Vision | Alcon & Ciba Vision |
| Prescription parameters | ||
| Replacement Schedule | Daily | Daily |
| Wearing Details | Daily wear | Daily wear |
| Sphere/ Powers | +0.50 to +6.00 in 0.25D steps -0.50 to -6.00 in 0.25D steps -6.50 to -10.00 in 0.50D steps |
+0.50 to +6.00 in 0.25D steps +6.50 to +8.00 in 0.50D steps -0.50 to -6.00 in 0.25D steps -6.50 to -15.00 in 0.50D steps |
| Base Curves (B.C) | 8.6mm | 8.7mm |
| Diameters (Dia) | 13.8mm | 14.0mm |
| Lens Material | Nonionic hydrogel (Nelfilcon A) |
Nonionic hydrogel (Nelfilcon A) |
| Lens Design | Front surface: Tri-curve; Back surface: Tri-curve |
Spherical |
| Wetting Agents | Yes - PEG |
Yes - HPMC - PEG - PVA |
| % of Water | 69% | 69% |
| Center Thickness | 0.10 mm | 0.10 mm |
| Oxygen Permeability | 26 Dk/t | 26 Dk/t |
| Benefits & Features | ||
| Special Features |
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| UV Blocking | No | No |
| Visibility Tint | Yes Light Blue (VISITINT®) |
Yes Light Blue (VISITINT®) |
| Inside-out Mark | Unknown | Yes (OK) |
| Packaging and Pricing | ||
| Packaging Details | 30 lenses per box | 30 lenses per box |
| Price per box | £14.95 | £14.95 |
What is the difference between Focus Dailies and AquaComfort Plus?
There are slight differences between Focus Dailies and AquaComfort Plus despite their many similarities. For example, you’ll notice a slight difference in their base curves and diameter parameters.
In addition to this, Dailies AquaComfort Plus features a wider range of wetting agents than Focus Dailies. The wetting agents featured in Dailies AquaComfort Plus are known as Triple Action Moisture and provide enhanced comfort in these lenses.
Both Dailies AquaComfort Plus and Focus Dailies have Blink-activated moisture technology and LightStream technology. Blink-activated moisture technology provides tear film stability, even after 16 hours of wear and keeps the eyes moisturised all day long. LightStream technology ensures a thin lens design for excellent comfort with every lens.
Focus Dailies vs Dailies AquaComfort Plus Reviews
Not sure which lenses to go for? Take a look at what our customers have to say below:
Focus Dailies reviews
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K Graydon- 04 Jul 2021VerifiedThe lenses are very comfortable. they are easy to insert and take out. Good all round comfort.
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monica chiszko- 01 Jul 2021VerifiedThe best i've ever used. Comfortable to wear all day, for over 10h, great price as well
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Cathie Jones- 16 May 2021VerifiedFelt these are best suited to my eyes. Every ones eyes are different, so it will take time to find your own perfect match. These are soft very thin. They sit very comfortably and i have sensitive eyes.
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Mrs J Davies - sink & toilet order- 04 May 2021VerifiedI've been using this product for many years now. Comfortable to wear, unaware of them once they are in my eyes.
Dailies AquaComfort Plus reviews
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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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Rieke- 10 Jul 2021VerifiedVery comfortable contacts, suitable for dry eyes.
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MAUREEN LOCKE- 09 Jul 2021VerifiedBest for me are Dailies, no clearing and no storage and therefore less chance for contamination. I don't wear them every day but as and when and it suits me to have a fresh pair as when i decide to leave the specs and go with the contacts.
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Elizabeth Wightman- 21 Jun 2021VerifiedExtremely comfortable to wear. Have used these for several years and they offer all day comfort
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