Ultra Contact Lenses

Bausch + Lomb ULTRA are premium monthly silicone hydrogel contact lenses ideal for wearers who spend significant time on digital screens. They use MoistureSeal Technology, which retains 95% of lens moisture for up to 16 hours of wear, combating the dryness caused by various factors. ULTRA are available in sphere, toric, and multifocal formats, making them suitable for a wide range of prescriptions, including astigmatism and presbyopia.

MoistureSeal Technology maintains the water content of Bausch + Lomb ULTRA lenses at a high and stable level throughout the wearing period, retaining 95% of lens moisture for up to 16 hours. This is particularly important for digital device users: screen use reduces blink frequency significantly, which accelerates lens dehydration and causes end-of-day discomfort. MoistureSeal counteracts this, sustaining the comfortable feel of the lens from morning through to the evening.

Yes. Bausch + Lomb ULTRA covers all major prescription types. ULTRA for Astigmatism is a monthly toric contact lens using MoistureSeal Technology alongside an OptiAlign Design for stable toric correction. ULTRA for Presbyopia is a monthly multifocal contact lens providing clear near, intermediate, and distance vision. ULTRA for Astigmatism with Multifocal is also available for wearers who need correction for both. Your optician will confirm which variant suits your prescription.

ULTRA and Total30 are both premium monthly silicone hydrogel contact lenses, but from different manufacturers: ULTRA is made by Bausch + Lomb, while Total30 is made by Alcon, but they tackle comfort differently. ULTRA uses MoistureSeal Technology to maintain 95% moisture throughout the day, making it most effective for digital device users. Total30 uses a Water Gradient technology, allowing a gradual transition in water across the lens to maximise comfort and breathability

Bausch + Lomb ULTRA are silicone hydrogel contact lenses compatible with most standard multi-purpose solutions and hydrogen peroxide systems (hydrogen peroxide systems at the advice of an eye care professional only). Renu MPS and Biotrue Multi-Purpose Solution are natural pairings, as Bausch + Lomb products are formulated for silicone hydrogel and hydrogel materials. Opti-Free Puremoist from Alcon is also an option. Always use a rub-and-rinse cleaning method before storing ULTRA lenses.

Vision Direct's best-selling contact lenses reflect the UK's most popular choices across daily and monthly range. Top sellers include 1 Day Acuvue Moist, one of the most widely prescribed daily contact lenses in the UK; Acuvue Oasys 1-Day with HydraLuxe, a premium daily for all-day comfort; Dailies AquaComfort Plus daily contact lenses by Alcon; Biofinity monthly silicone hydrogel contact lenses from CooperVision; and MyDay, CooperVision's premium daily silicone hydrogel lens. everclear ELITE is also among the top performers as Vision Direct's best-value silicone hydrogel daily.

The right contact lens from our best-sellers depends on your prescription type, wearing schedule, and lifestyle. For occasional or first-time wearers, a daily disposable such as 1 Day Acuvue Moist or everclear ELITE offers maximum convenience with no cleaning routine. For full-time wearers wanting all-day premium comfort, Acuvue Oasys 1-Day or MyDay are strong choices. For monthly lens wearers who want a well-rated, cost-effective option, Biofinity is consistently recommended by opticians. Vision Direct's in-house opticians are available to help you identify the best lens for your needs.

You do not need to provide us with your prescription from your optician to buy contact lenses online with us.

Vision Direct stocks contact lenses across all major replacement schedules and prescription types. Daily disposable contact lenses are discarded at the end of each day: the most convenient and hygienic option with no cleaning required. Two-weekly lenses (such as Acuvue Oasys) are replaced every 14 days and cleaned nightly. Monthly lenses including Biofinity, Air Optix plus HydraGlyde, Total30, and Bausch & Lomb ULTRA are worn daily for 30 days and cleaned each night. All three schedules are available in sphere, toric (for astigmatism), and multifocal (for presbyopia) prescriptions.

The best contact lenses for dry eyes depend on your wearing schedule and the severity of your symptoms. For daily disposable wearers, Dailies Total1 from Alcon uses Water Gradient Technology for a near-100% water content at the lens surface, making it one of the most widely recommended daily lenses for dry eyes. Acuvue Oasys 1-Day with HydraLuxe Technology integrates with the natural tear film to manage dryness throughout the day. For monthly wearers, Total30 uses Steady State Technology to maintain a water-rich lens surface across the full 30-day period, and Bausch + Lomb ULTRA retains 95% of lens moisture for up to 16 hours. If you experience significant dryness, mention this to your optician at your fitting so they can trial the most suitable option for your eyes.

In most cases, yes. We typically offer contact lenses at significantly lower prices than high street opticians: often 30 to 45% less for the same lens brand and pack size. Because we operate online without the overhead of a physical practice, we're able to pass those savings on to you. We also offer a Price Match Promise, so if you find the same lens cheaper elsewhere, we'll match the price. Ordering in larger packs, such as 90-pack dailies or 6-pack monthlies, reduces your cost per lens further and is worth considering for lenses you wear regularly.

Contact lens prices at Vision Direct vary by lens type, brand, and replacement schedule. Daily disposable lenses start from around £9 per 30-pack for value options such as everclear AIR, while premium daily lenses such as Dailies Total1 and Acuvue Oasys 1-Day are typically priced between £22 and £35 per 30-pack. Monthly lenses range from around £15 for a 3-pack to £30 or more for premium silicone hydrogel options. Vision Direct prices are up to 45% less than high street optician prices, and ordering in larger packs reduces the cost per lens further.

The main differences are convenience, cost, and care requirements. Daily disposables are the most hygienic and convenient: a fresh pair each day, discarded in the evening, no cleaning needed. Two-weekly lenses are worn for 14 days and cleaned each night, and are cost-effective for most-days-a-week wearers. Monthly lenses are worn for 30 days with nightly cleaning, offering the lowest cost per wear for full-time wearers. Whichever schedule you choose, always follow the replacement schedule exactly, wearing lenses beyond their intended lifespan increases the risk of deposit build-up, discomfort and infection.