While most of the specifications of these 2 lenses are very similar or identical, ACUVUE OASYS® with Transitions® offers the world's first auto-darkening capability, absorbing visible light dynamically based on changing light conditions. This is achieved by adding a photochromic additive to the lens material. ACUVUE OASYS® was introduced more than a decade ago while ACUVUE OASYS® with Transitions® is the latest addition to the ACUVUE OASYS® family and will be available in 2019. Johnson & Johnson Vision Care is the first company to offer a photochromic contact lens.
Comparison Spec Sheet
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ACUVUE OASYS® with Transitions®
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ACUVUE OASYS®
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| Manufacturer | Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. | Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. |
| Release Date | Spring 2019 | 2005 |
| Prescription Parameters | ||
| Replacement Schedule | Two weeks | Two weeks |
Wearing Details |
Daily wear or up to 6 consecutive nights extended wear | Daily wear or up to 6 consecutive nights extended wear |
| Available Sphere Powers | -12.00D to +8.00D (in 0.5 steps after +-6.00D) | -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 |
| Available Base Curves | 8.4mm 8.8mm | 8.4mm 8.8mm |
| Available Diameters | 14.0mm | 14.0mm |
| Technical Parameters | ||
| Lens Material | Silicone hydrogel (Senofilcon A) | Silicone hydrogel (Senofilcon A) |
| Lens Type | Spherical | Spherical |
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Wetting Agent |
Yes - PVP | Yes - PVP |
| % of Material | 62% | 62% |
| % of Water | 38% | 38% |
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Center Thickness |
0.085mm | 0.07mm |
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Oxygen Transmission |
147 Dk/t | 147 Dk/t |
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Modulus |
0.7 MPa | 0.7 MPa |
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Special Features |
- Transitions Light Intelligent Technology using a photochromic additive - World's first contact lenses that adjust to changing light conditions - HYDRACLEAR® Technology using PVP | Internal wetting agent Polyvinyl pyrrolidone (PVP) using HYDRACLEAR® PLUS technology for better wettability and lens surface smoothness. |
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UV Blocking |
Class 1 >90% UVA >99% UVB | Class 1 96% UVA 99% UVB |
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Dynamic Light Absorption |
Yes | No |
| Visibility Tint | Yes (blue) | Yes (blue) |
| Inside-out Mark | Yes (123) | Yes (123) |
| 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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Online Retail Price |
not available yet | $26 - $34 |
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Cost per Day |
not available yet | $0.28 - $0.38 |
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Consumer Rating |
( 13 Votes ) | ( 973 Votes ) |
| View Latest Deals | ACUVUE® OASYS® with Transitions® are expected to be available in the first half of 2019. |
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