Air Optix Aqua vs PureVision2
Updated: Feb 3, 2020
Comparison Highlights
Air Optix Aqua and PureVision2 share similar technical parameters.
- Both lenses feature an aspherical lens design.
- PureVision2 covers a slightly wider power range.
- The water content and oxygen transmission values are very similar.
- There is no significant difference in price ($0.17 - $0.29 per eye and per day).
Air Optix Aqua and PureVision2 - Spec Sheets
AIR OPTIX AQUA | PureVision2 | ||
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Manufacturer | Alcon Inc. | Bausch & Lomb Inc. | |
Release Date | 2008 | 2011 | |
Prescription Parameters | |||
Replacement Schedule | Monthly | Monthly | |
Wearing Details | Daily wear or up to 6 nights extended wear | Daily wear or extended wear up to 30 days | |
Sphere Powers | +6.00D to -8.00D (in 0.25 steps) -8.50D to -10.00D (in 0.5 steps) | +6.00 to -6.00D in 0.25 steps -6.00D to -12.00D in 0.5 steps | |
Base Curves | 8.6 mm | 8.6 mm | |
Diameters | 14.2 mm | 14.0 mm | |
Technical Parameters | |||
FDA Group | V | V | |
Lens Material | Silicone hydrogel (Lotrafilcon B) | Silicone hydrogel (Balafilcon A) | |
Lens Design | Aspherical | Aspherical | |
Wetting Agents | Yes - PVP - PEG | None | |
% of Material | 67% | 64% | |
% of Water | 33% | 36% | |
Center Thickness | 0.08 mm | 0.07 mm | |
Oxygen Transmission | 138 Dk/t | 130 Dk/t | |
Modulus | 1.0 MPa | 1.1 MPa | |
Other Features | |||
Special Features |
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UV Blocking | No | No | |
Dynamic Light Absorption | No | No | |
Visibility Tint | Yes Light Blue (VISITINT®) | Yes (light blue) | |
Inside-out Mark | No | Unknown | |
Packaging, Pricing and Offers | |||
Packaging Details | 6 lenses per box, each lens in a foil-sealed plastic package containing phosphate buffered saline with (or without) 1% copolymer 845 | 6 lenses per box, immersed in a poloxamine solution | |
Price Range | $30 - $50 | $30 - $53 | |
Cost per Day | $0.17 - $0.28 | $0.17 - $0.29 | |
Online Retailers | Special Deals | Special Deals |
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