Contact lens users can take advantage of various purchase incentives, manufacturer rebates, special discounts, lens subscription-based deals, loyalty programs, and bulk deals to reduce the expense of buying or refilling their contact lenses.
Rebates can vary from country to country, from manufacturer to manufacturer, by lens type (e.g. multifocal or toric), and from retailer to retailer. Manufacturer rebates usually run for three to six months, whereas online deals change more frequently throughout the year.
While other manufacturers might also offer rebates, we are focusing on the major brands Acuvue (Johnson & Johnson Vision Care), Alcon, Bausch+Lomb and CooperVision. Usually, manufacturers make these rebates available through their network of eye care professionals, so next time you get an eye exam and a contact lens prescription ask whether there are any special rebates available.
The most important qualifying factor for a manufacturer rebate is not just your location but a recent eye exam and a recent purchase of a certain number of boxes (always check the rules!). Rebate amounts can be quite significant - we have even seen rebates up to $200 for a one year supply.
What is a one year supply?
Let's say you are using the ACUVUE OASYS 1-Day lens with two different powers for your left and right eye. ACUVUE OASYS 1-Day is a daily replaceable contact lens and a box usually contains 30 or 90 lenses. This means that if you purchase a total of 24 boxes (30 lenses per box) or 8 boxes (90 lenses per box), you are qualified for the rebate.
What if you don't want to go through the whole rebate process?
Purchase proof, document uploading, registration and submission - not everyone likes to go through a rebate submission process. Luckily - if you buy online - you can still save a lot of money by shopping around. Online retailers such as AC Lens, 1800 Contacts, DiscountContactLenses, LensDirect and Coastal.com regularly promote special deals.
- First-time customer discounts are a popular way to attract new customers with huge discounts. Different than seasonal offers, these discounts are usually available all year round. They often require you to enter a promo code which in most cases can be found on their homepage or at the top of each product page.
- Available to all customers, ContactsDirect offers 15% (and sometimes 20%) off and their prices are already some of the best you can find online.
- For first time customers only, DiscountContactLenses offers 20% off.
- Special sales: End of summer sale with a discount on eyeglasses.
- Free shipping on all orders is available from some online retailers, e.g.
Regarding manufacturer rebates, here's what we've uncovered:
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Acuvue Rebates 2023
Johnson & Johnson Vision Care has been subsidizing purchases for a long time with some significant rebates.
With their MyACUVUE Rewards program, you can save up to $100 on a one year supply.
The following rebates are available from July 1 - December 31, 2023 (some rules apply):
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Or save instantly up to 20% at ContactsDirect. |
Alcon Rebates 2023
Alcon is running a Consumer Rebate Program for AIR OPTIX, DAILIES TOTAL1 and DAILIES AquaComfort. You can start the Online Alcon Rebate Process with legible electronic copies of the following within 60 days of purchase:
- UPC
- Sales Receipt
- Eye Exam/Lens Fitting Receipt
You may call the support line at 1-855-344-6871 for assistance. Please note that rebate claims cannot be submitted by phone.
Offer only valid on purchases made in-office through participating eye care providers or participating internet retailers.
Additional restrictions may apply. So, always check before you purchase and ask for rebate details and the fine print.
Valid for purchases made from 7/1/2023 - 12/31/2023, the following rebates are available:
Alcon US Rebate Program
| Product Family | Rebate for First-Time Wearer |
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$200 |
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$150 |
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$75 |
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Or save instantly up to 20% at ContactsDirect. |
CooperVision Rebates 2023
The CooperVision rebate program outlines three easy steps to get a rebate.
- Step 1: Visit your eye care practitioner and get fitted into one of the CooperVision contact lenses.
- Step 2: Purchase the number of boxes required to be eligible for a rebate (internet retail purchases are not eligible).
- Step 3: Start the rebate process online and upload the required documents.
The following rebates are available for purchases made from 01/01/2023 - 06/31/2023:
| Product Name | Rebate |
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| Avaira | n/a |
| Avaira Toric | n/a |
| Avaira Vitality Toric | n/a |
| Avaira Vitality | n/a |
| Biofinity Energys (4 boxes with 6 lenses per box) | $60 |
| Biofinity Multifocal (4 boxes with 6 lenses per box) | $50 |
| Biofinity Toric (4 boxes with 6 lenses per box) | $50 |
| Biofinity (4 boxes with 6 lenses per box) | $30 |
| Biofinity Toric Multifocal, Biofinity XR, Biofinity XR toric | n/a |
| Clariti 1 Day (8 boxes with 90 lenses per box) or (24 boxes with 30 lenses per box) |
$100 |
| Clariti 1 Day Multifocal (8 boxes with 90 lenses per box) or (24 boxes with 30 lenses per box) |
$100 |
| Clariti 1 Day Toric (8 boxes with 90 lenses per box) or (24 boxes with 30 lenses per box) |
$100 |
| MyDay Toric (8 boxes with 90 lenses per box) or (4 boxes with 180 lenses per box) |
$100 |
| MyDay (8 boxes with 90 lenses per box) or (4 boxes with 180 lenses per box) |
$100 |
| Proclear 1 Day Multifocal | n/a |
| Proclear 1 Day | n/a |
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Or save instantly up to 20% at ContactsDirect. |
Bausch+Lomb Rebates 2023
Bausch+Lomb's program, known as Horizon Rewards, distinguishes itself from the rebate programs offered by Acuvue, Alcon, and CooperVision. Instead of requiring a traditional mail-in rebate process, Bausch has streamlined it with a convenient online method using your smartphone. To participate, simply scan a QR code or text a special number (e.g., NNC-SHP to 46230) when making a purchase at ContactsDirect or a participating eye crea professional, and they will respond with instructions on how to submit your documents. The reward amount is granted in the form of reward points and varies based on the product, quantities purchased, and whether you are a new or existing wearer, as defined in their terms and conditions. You can expect to receive your reward points as quickly as 48 hours after submitting your request. These points can be redeemed for a BAUSCH + LOMB Visa Reward Card or other gift card options from select retailers. Additionally, you have the option to contribute your points to a charitable cause such as Optometry Giving Sight.
The following rebates are available for purchases made from participating eye care professionals between 01/07/2023 - 31/31/2023. Ask your eye care professional for a special redemption code:
| Product Name | Rebate |
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| Biotrue ONEday, 30 Pack or 90 Pack | Up to $100 |
| Biotrue ONEday for Astigmatism, 30 Pack or 90 Pack | Up to $100 |
| Biotrue ONEday for Presbyopia, 30 Pack | Up to $100 |
| Infuse, 90 Pack | Up to $200 |
| Infuse Multifocal, 90 Pack | Up to $300 |
| Bausch + Lomb Ultra | Up to $40 |
| Bausch + Lomb Ultra for Astigmatism | Up to $40 |
| Bausch + Lomb Ultra for Presbyopia | Up to $40 |
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Or save instantly up to 20% at ContactsDirect. |