Key Takeaways
- Daily contacts are used once, so you get a fresh pair every morning.
- Monthly contacts can be worn for up to 30 days and require a cleaning and storage routine.
- Dailies help limit protein, allergen, and bacteria buildup on the lens.
- Monthlies often cost less per lens, though solution and cases can add to the cost.
- Both formats come in options for astigmatism and multifocal prescriptions.
- A contact lens fitting can help you trial both types before you commit.
Maybe you’ve been wanting to try contact lenses for a while, but weren’t sure which option fits your life and budget. At CHROMA modern Eyewear Eyecare, we understand that each contact lens option has benefits and considerations, and we’re here to walk you through your choices and help you decide which is right for you.
Neither daily nor monthly contacts are “better” in every situation. The right choice for you is the one that fits your eyes, your schedule, and your budget. If you’re unsure how to decide, a professional contact lens fitting with our team can be a good place to start.
What Sets Daily and Monthly Contacts Apart
Daily contacts, much like the name suggests, are built for a single day of wear. You open a fresh pair each morning, wear them, and throw them out before bed. There’s nothing to scrub, nothing to soak, and nothing sitting on your counter overnight.
Monthly contacts work differently. The same pair can stay in rotation for up to 30 days, which means the nightly routine of cleaning and storing them in solution becomes part of your evening, right alongside brushing your teeth.
Lens Materials and Feel
Dailies tend to be thinner with higher water content, so they can feel light the moment they land on your eye. Monthlies are thicker and sturdier, which many people find easier to pinch, flip, and place with ease.
How Each Option Treats Your Eyes
Because you start fresh every morning, dailies help limit the protein, allergen, and bacteria buildup that can collect on a lens surface over time. Monthlies can be comfortable too, but they depend on you keeping a steady care routine.
Signs Dailies May Suit You
Here are a few situations that may point you towards choosing daily contact lenses:
- You deal with seasonal allergies that leave your eyes itchy and watery.
- Your eyes run dry or feel sensitive by late afternoon.
- You don’t want to have the cleaning routine that comes with monthly lenses.
Budget Considerations
When comparing the full-year cost of your contact lens options, monthly lenses usually cost less per wear than dailies. That said, monthly lenses come with additional expenses, like contact lens solution and cases. Daily disposable lenses also often come with generous rebates when you purchase an annual supply, which can nearly offset the difference in cost between daily and monthly lenses. Once you factor in these savings and additional expenses, the price gap between the 2 options is often smaller than people expect.
What to Check Before You Buy
It’s always a good idea to review your specific benefits and coverage before making a decision. Pull up your vision plan and check the contact lens benefit, since that allowance can change your decision. Then count how many days a week you actually wear contacts. If you wear contacts only a few times a week, that can affect your decision.
How the Team Helps You Choose in Fort Worth
A contact lens fitting starts with your routine, not a chart on the wall. The Doctor’s at CHROMA may ask about your workdays, your workouts, your travel, and how comfortable your eyes feel throughout the day. They will then build the recommendation around your answers. Personalized eye care means getting recommendations tailored to your life, plus the ability to trial both kinds of lenses before you commit to a supply.
Prescription Considerations
Astigmatism and multifocal options exist in both daily and monthly formats, so you’re not boxed out of dailies because of your numbers. More complex prescriptions, however, are sometimes available in monthly lenses only. If you’re curious about your specific prescription, our team would be happy to walk you through your choices.
Switch Between Lens Types Anytime
It’s normal to try something and realize the other option would have worked better. The Doctor’s at CHROMA can confirm your prescription is available in the format you want and recheck the fit. Keeping backup glasses or a pair of custom designer frames on hand means you always have something to reach for on the days contacts stay in the case.
Schedule Your Contact Lens Fitting
At CHROMA modern Eyewear Eyecare, our team blends designer eyewear with a patient experience built around how you actually live. If you’ve been wanting to try contact lenses, we encourage you to schedule a contact lens fitting today.
