Alcon Total30 Contact Lens Review
Are you looking for a monthly contact lens with brand new, innovative technology? Are you interested in a contact that stays moist for an entire month? If so, then you are probably looking for Aclon's brand new Total30 monthly contact lens. Total30 hit the market in September 2021 and is full of a lot of exciting new technology.
Celligent Design that Mimics Your Eyes
One of the coolest innovations in Total30 is the Celligent design. The surface of your eye is made up of special cells that create a gel like tecture. The surface of Total30 is designed to mimic those special cells. Since the lens surface is design just like your corneal cells, it actually pushes away external items like lipids and bacteria. This keeps your contacts healthy all month long!
Water Gradient Tech Keeps Total30 Moist
Alcon introduced the Water Gradient technology in their Dailies Total1 product. This is a unique lens design that helps pull water into the edges of the contact lens, ensuring the lens stays moist all day long. In the new Total30, Alcon has improved the Water Gradient technology so it lasts all month long.
According to a study that Alcon conducted, their water gradient tech keeps the Total30 lenses moist for over 2 times as long as other monthly lenses.
What is the Difference between Total30 and Dailies Total1?
If you are familiar with Alcon's Dailies Total1, you may know that product also features the Water Gradient technology. Although both of these contacts contain that same technology and have similar names, they're actually quite different.
To start, they are made of completely different materials. Total1 is made of delefilcon and Total30 is made of lehfilcon. Total1 is designed to only last one day of wear and cannot be reused. Total30 is designed to keep moisture for an entire month. Despite the similarities, these two contact lenses are not interchangable.
Parameters
For now, Total30 only comes in one base curve (8.4) and one diameter (14.2). Alcon may choose to make this product available in more base curves or diameters in the future.
Total30 has sphere powers from -12.00 all the way to +8.00. That range should cover most people wearing spherical contact lenses.
Does Total30 come in Toric for Astigmatism?
Yes, Total30 for Astigmatism was launched in December 2022. It has all the same great technology as the regular Total30, but it is designed for astigmatism. The available astigmatism options are pretty broad, so it should cover most people. Since it is a new product, expect shipments for this astigmatism lens to take a little bit longer. Right now, it is selling for $74.99 per box.
Does Total30 come in Multifocal for Presbyopia?
Yes, Total30 is launching a Multifocal version on October 1st, 2023. It will be available at doctors nationwide, as well as at online retailers. The recommend retail price for doctors is $115 per box, but we will sell it for $94.99 per box!
Pricing
Total30 is a brand new contact lens, so it is a little bit pricier than older contact lenses on the market. However, with the new technology in this lens that price difference is worth it! Most doctors are selling Total30 for around $65-$75 for a 6-pack. Online, you can get a 6-pack of Total30 for only $58.98 plus free shipping!
Pros and Cons
Pros
- High oxygen permeability keeps your eyes healthy
- Cutting edge material that mimics your corneal cell
- Affordable price for a new monthly contact lens
Cons
- The new technology doesn't work well for everyone
- Not a daily disposable
Bottom Line
At the end of the day, contact lenses are all about comfort. If you are looking for a monthly contact lens that beats every competitor on comfort, then Total30 is probably the lens for you. Be sure to ask your eye doctor if they have fitting kits for this new contact so you can try it for yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you sleep in Total30 Contacts?
No, you cannot sleep in Total30 contacts. You need to take them out each night before you go to bed and store them in solution. You can reuses these lenses for up to a month.
Can I get a rebate for Total30?
Yes, you can get a $15 manufacturer's rebate when you purchase an annual supply of Total30 contacts.
34 comments
I have autoimmune disorder called sjogrens,I don’t make enough tears to moist my eyes,I have a severe dry eye,my corneas are getting so dry and painfull,my Dr prescribed total 30 monthly’s,but the comments are right at first they feel great but after 4 hrs are really uncomfortable and they make my eye feel worst dry,can anyone has a advise for me about what kind of contacts can be ok to provide more moist for my eyes
I’ve used Acuvue for a couple of decades, using them for a full month instead of 2 weeks. My optometrist excitedly switched me to Total30 this time, with promises that it’s the wettest lens ever. I will say that they are incredibly easy to insert and remove; Acuvue would invert on me repeatedly every single morning, which was infuriating. However, after about the 10th day of wear, blur is a major issue. This starts out as an afternoon problem, but soon becomes an all-day problem. I’ve found that if I put a drop in my eye, then scrub the contact with solution (which is not normally needed these days), then put the contact on my finger, add 2-3 drops to it, THEN put it in my eye, THEN add another drop, it helps. I have started needing to keep eye drops at my desk and in my car as well, when I didn’t before. I’ve used 3 drops in the last hour and the blur has not improved. This was never an issue with Acuvue. I’ve been trying to decide what to do financially—I have a year’s supply on hand and of course it went through insurance. I even waited a week or so to order in case I had an allergic reaction (which has happened before with other brands). Very frustrating.
I have been using contacts for nearly 15 years and these are the worst I have ever experienced. I have never had an issue with dry eyes and I have had to purchase eye drops for home, office, car, so that I always have them accessible just to be able to see. Worse, the rebate that enticed me to purchase a full year supply was a bait and switch. They never sent me the gift card and now refuse to fulfill their obligation despite my submitting for and being approved for the rebate. So not only am I stuck with terrible contacts for a year, I also overpaid for them. Might cut my losses and just go back to my old contacts immediately. These belong in the trash.
Be careful when trying these from your optometrist. Don’t commit to buying before full 30 days. These are the worst contacts I’ve ever worn but I committed to buying 9 months worth because the first week felt fine / I attributed the discomfort with user error. Nope these contact lenses just suck terribly. Needs to be reworked!
Very bad experience with these contact lenses. foggy and unstable vision throughout the day, super blurry and uncomfortable. I switched back to Precision 1.