Can I get contacts for free?
Optometrists will often have free trial lenses that they can give you following your eye exam. There are different brands and types of contact lenses (ex. Daily's, two-week lenses, etc) and your optometrist should be able to provide you with a trial pair for the different types/brands.
Is there a way to get free contacts?
Look for coupons and promotions. Some contact manufacturers will offer coupons online for free trial lenses. Once you have printed the coupon you can take it to an optometrist along with your prescription to receive free contact lenses. For example, Acuvue often gives out free trial lenses.
Can I get sample contact lenses?
Trial contact lenses are designed to be temporary lenses you can wear to determine how a particular prescription works for you. Everyone's eyes are different, so you'll need to go through some trial and error before you find the right ones. Trial lenses are not intended for prolonged use.
How much does it cost to get a pair of contacts?
Contact lenses can cost anywhere from $150 to $1,500 a year, depending on the brand, type, and your insurance coverage. Generally, they cost between $20 and $30 a box. Most people with average prescriptions should be able to get a year's worth of contact lenses for $200 to $500.
Can I use my glasses prescription for contacts?
Can You Use Your Glasses Prescription for Contact Lenses? Unfortunately, you can't use your current glasses prescription for contact lenses. While both can correct your vision, your prescription for glasses differs from a contact lens prescription in many ways.
How much does it cost to get a pair of contacts?
Contact lenses can cost anywhere from $150 to $1,500 a year, depending on the brand, type, and your insurance coverage. Generally, they cost between $20 and $30 a box. Most people with average prescriptions should be able to get a year's worth of contact lenses for $200 to $500.
Are contact lenses less expensive than glasses?
Contact lenses are typically even more expensive than glasses. The average amount spent annually on contact lenses is around $250, but this price can fluctuate quite a bit depending on the type of lenses prescribed and the wear schedule. Non-disposable contacts tend to cost a little less than disposable contacts.