A comparison of ACUVUE OASYS and Avaira Vitality. What are the differences? This detailed up-to-date comparison shows the similarities and differences in material, parameters, special features, and daily cost.
Both lenses are bi-weekly replaceable silicone-hydrogel lenses with Class 1 UV blocking. While Vitality is indicated for daily wear, ACUVUE OASYS® can be worn up to 6 nights based on your eye care professional's recommendation. In addition and based on a higher Dk/t value, ACUVUE OASYS® allows more oxygen to get through the lens to the eye.
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ACUVUE OASYS®
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Avaira Vitality
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| Manufacturer | Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. | CooperVision, Inc. part of The Cooper Companies Inc. |
| Release Date | 2005 | August 2016 |
| Prescription Parameters | ||
| Replacement Schedule | Two weeks | Two weeks |
Wearing Details |
Daily wear or up to 6 consecutive nights extended wear | Daily wear |
| Available Sphere Powers | -12.00D to -6.00D in 0.5 steps -6.00D to +6.00D in 0.25 steps +6.00D to +8.00D in 0.5 steps | -12.00D to +8.00D (in 0.5 steps after +-6.00D) |
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Available Base Curves |
8.4mm 8.8mm | 8.4mm |
| Available Diameters | 14.0mm | 14.2mm |
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FDA Group |
V | V |
| Lens Material | Silicone hydrogel (Senofilcon A) | Silicone hydrogel (Fanfilcon A) |
| Lens Type | Spherical | Aspherical |
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Wetting Agent |
Yes - PVP | None |
| % of Material | 62% | 45% |
| % of Water | 38% | 55% |
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Center Thickness |
0.07mm | 0.06mm |
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Oxygen Transmission |
147 Dk/t | 110 Dk/t |
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Modulus |
0.7 MPa | 0.60 MPa |
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Special Features |
Internal wetting agent Polyvinyl pyrrolidone (PVP) using HYDRACLEAR® PLUS technology for better wettability and lens surface smoothness. | Aspheric Optics |
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UV Blocking |
Class 1 96% UVA 99% UVB | Class 1 90% UVA 99% UVB |
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Dynamic Light Absorption |
No | No |
| Visibility Tint | Yes (blue) | Yes (blue) |
| Inside-out Mark | Yes (123) | No |
| Packaging, Pricing and Ratings | ||
| Packaging Details | 6 lenses per box, each lens in a foil-sealed plastic package | 6 lenses per box, each lens in a foil-sealed plastic package |
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Price Range |
$26 - $34 | $30 - $35 |
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Cost per Day |
$0.28 - $0.38 | $0.33 - $0.39 |
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Consumer Rating |
( 1052 Votes ) | ( 251 Votes ) |
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