Dailies Total 1 vs. Dailies Aquacomfort Plus: Why One of These Lenses Stands Out
17th Sep 2024
Two popular choices from Alcon—Dailies Total 1 and Dailies AquaComfort Plus—are known for their comfort and moisture. While both lenses are designed for daily use, they differ in key aspects like breathability, material, and moisture retention. We’ll walk you through the key features to consider and compare which daily contact lens offers the best benefits for your eyes:
What is the difference between Dailies Total 1 and Dailies AquaComfort?
Moisture & Comfort
Dailies Total 1 offers superior moisture retention due to its water gradient design - meaning the core of the lens has 33% water content, while the surface exceeds 80% water. This ensures that the part of the lens touching your eye has a very high moisture content and keeps your eyes hydrated throughout the day. It is highly beneficial for people with dry or sensitive eyes.
Dailies AquaComfort Plus relies on triple-action moisture technology, which releases moisture with every blink. While this provides good hydration, the overall water content is lower (69%) than Dailies Total 1, so comfort levels may decrease over extended periods of wear, especially if your eyes tend to dry out.
What our customers saying about Dailies Total 1:“Very comfortable lens to wear all day and into the night.” - Jude (Australia)
“These are the most comfortable contact lenses I have ever worn.” - Lyndsay (WA, Australia)
Breathability
Breathability in contact lenses refers to the lens's ability to let oxygen pass through the cornea - an important factor in reducing the risk of eye irritation, redness and discomfort for long periods of wear.
Dailies Total 1, with a breathability score of 156 Dk/t, significantly outperforms Dailies AquaComfort Plus (26 Dk/t) in allowing oxygen to pass through the lens. This makes Dailies Total 1 a better option for those with more sensitive eyes or who require longer wear time. One of our customers, Glenice, shared her Dailies Total 1 experience, saying, "The most comfortable contacts—I don't even know I'm wearing them!"
Material
Dailies Total 1 is made from silicone hydrogel, allowing up to five times more oxygen to pass through the lens than traditional hydrogel lenses. This increased breathability helps keep eyes healthier and more comfortable throughout the day. In contrast, Dailies AquaComfort Plus is infused with hydrogel alone, which is softer but less breathable, providing lower oxygen flow to the eyes.
Price
Dailies Total 1 is considered a premium lens due to its newer materials, advanced technology and design. Dailies AquaComfort Plus, on the other hand, is a more budget-friendly option while still providing excellent comfort and hydration.
What our customers are saying about Dailies AquaComfort Plus:“Seems slightly thinner than my usual ones but it hasn't impacted the performance and the savings on cost makes it well worth the purchase” - Ryan B. (NSW, Australia)
“I bought these as they were cheaper than my previous ones, but they are way too flimsy and I will go back to my total dailies when I finish these, I’ve lost a few in my eyes and they are hard to put in.” - Suzi P. (Qld, Australia)
Final words
Both Dailies Total 1 and Dailies AquaComfort Plus are excellent daily contact lenses, each offering unique benefits. If you’re after the best in moisture and comfort, with high breathability, Dailies Total 1 is the way to go. However, if you’re seeking a more budget-conscious option that still delivers on performance for shorter periods of wear, Daileis AquaComfort Plus won’t disappoint.
Make sure to consult with your optometrist to determine which option is best for your eyes. You can find both of these lenses here, and we also offer a wide range of daily disposables to suit your needs.
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