Biofinity Contact Lenses: Everything You Need to Know

If you've been prescribed Biofinity contact lenses — or your optometrist has mentioned them as an option — you're in good company. Made by CooperVision, one of the world's leading contact lens manufacturers, Biofinity is consistently among the most prescribed monthly contact lens brands in Australia. Wearers and optometrists alike trust it for one fundamental reason: it delivers outstanding all-day comfort without compromise.

But Biofinity isn't a single lens. It's a family of monthly contact lenses covering spherical, toric, and multifocal prescriptions — including an extended range option for complex prescriptions. Understanding what's in the Biofinity range, and which lens is right for your eyes, makes the difference between a lens that works and one that feels like it was made specifically for you.

This guide covers everything you need to know about Biofinity contact lenses in Australia.

What Makes Biofinity Different?

At the core of every Biofinity lens is Aquaform Technology — CooperVision's proprietary approach to silicone hydrogel lens design. Most silicone hydrogel lenses use surface coatings or wetting agents to manage moisture. Biofinity takes a different approach: the lens material itself is naturally water-loving, so moisture is attracted and retained throughout the day without relying on any added treatments.

The result is a lens with a high water content (48%) and exceptional oxygen permeability (Dk/t of 160) — one of the highest available in a monthly contact lens. High oxygen permeability means more oxygen reaches your cornea throughout the day, which supports eye health and reduces the likelihood of redness, irritation, and end-of-day discomfort.

For a deeper look at the science behind silicone hydrogel technology and why it matters for contact lens comfort, read our post on Biofinity contact lenses and the benefits of silicone hydrogel.

The Biofinity Range Explained

Biofinity (Spherical)

The standard Biofinity lens is designed for wearers with myopia (short-sightedness) or hyperopia (long-sightedness) — no astigmatism correction required. It is a monthly replacement lens, worn daily and cleaned and stored each night with a multipurpose contact lens solution.

Biofinity spherical is the lens that built the brand's reputation. Full-time contact lens wearers consistently report that it maintains comfort across the full month of wear, including in the final week when some other monthly lenses begin to show their age. For screen-heavy professionals, long-shift workers, or anyone who wears lenses from early morning to late evening, Biofinity's oxygen permeability is a significant practical advantage.

Available in a 3-pack (a three-month supply for one eye, or a six-week supply for both eyes purchased together).

Biofinity Toric

Biofinity Toric is the astigmatism-correcting version of the lens, designed for wearers whose cornea has an irregular curvature that causes blurred or distorted vision at multiple distances. Toric lenses are engineered to sit stably on the eye in the correct orientation — critical for astigmatism correction, where even slight lens rotation can affect visual clarity.

Biofinity Toric uses CooperVision's Optimised Toric Lens Geometry to achieve a consistently stable fit, and delivers the same Aquaform Technology moisture and breathability as the spherical lens. For wearers who have previously found toric lenses uncomfortable or prone to shifting, Biofinity Toric is frequently the lens that changes that experience.

Available in a 3-pack monthly supply.

Biofinity Toric XR

Biofinity Toric XR (Extended Range) is designed for wearers with more complex astigmatism prescriptions that fall outside the parameters of the standard Biofinity Toric range. It covers a broader range of cylinder powers and axes, making it one of the most versatile toric lenses available for high-prescription wearers.

One important consideration: Biofinity Toric XR lenses are custom manufactured to order and can take up to four weeks to produce. If you wear this lens, planning ahead and using a recurring order is strongly recommended to avoid running out. Our recurring order service is particularly well suited to XR wearers for exactly this reason.

Biofinity Multifocal

Biofinity Multifocal is designed for wearers managing presbyopia — the age-related gradual loss of near vision that typically begins in the mid-40s. Rather than reaching for reading glasses or managing separate pairs of glasses for different distances, multifocal contact lenses allow clear vision across near, intermediate, and distance ranges simultaneously.

Biofinity Multifocal uses a Balanced Progressive Technology lens design, available in both distance-dominant (D) and near-dominant (N) fitting options, which your optometrist will select based on how your eyes work together. The result is a smooth, natural transition between focal distances — without the visible lines of traditional bifocal glasses.

Like the rest of the Biofinity range, Multifocal is a monthly replacement lens built on the same Aquaform Technology platform, so comfort doesn't take a back seat to optical complexity.

Which Biofinity Lens Is Right for You?

Choosing the right lens within the Biofinity family depends primarily on your prescription type, but lifestyle and wearing habits also play a role.

Standard myopia or hyperopia — Biofinity spherical is the starting point. It's one of the most comfortable monthly lenses available and suits the vast majority of full-time contact lens wearers well.

Astigmatism — Biofinity Toric covers most astigmatism prescriptions with excellent stability and comfort. If your prescription falls outside the standard toric range, Biofinity Toric XR is the solution — discuss this with your optometrist or contact our team for guidance.

Presbyopia — Biofinity Multifocal is the choice for wearers who need correction at multiple distances. Your optometrist will determine whether a distance-dominant or near-dominant fitting is right for your eyes.

Part-time wearers — Biofinity is a monthly lens, meaning you replace it after 30 days regardless of how many days you've worn it. For wearers who only use contact lenses occasionally — say, a few times a week for sport or social occasions — a daily disposable lens may actually represent better value. If you're unsure whether monthly or daily lenses are the better fit for your habits, our partner optometrist Peter Merrett is available during business hours to help.

Not sure which Biofinity lens matches your prescription? Call us on 03 9510 2045 or email contacts@buycontactsonline.com.au and our team will point you in the right direction.

Can I Wear Biofinity for Extended Wear?

Biofinity lenses are primarily designed and recommended for daily wear — worn during the day and removed each night for cleaning and storage. However, Biofinity is also approved for extended (continuous) wear of up to six nights and seven days for wearers whose optometrist has specifically recommended this.

Extended wear should only be undertaken with the guidance of a registered optometrist, as wearing lenses overnight without professional assessment significantly increases the risk of eye infections and other complications. If extended wear is something you're considering, speak with your optometrist before making any changes to your wearing schedule.

Why Buy Biofinity from BuyContactsOnline.com.au?

All Biofinity lenses we stock are 100% genuine, sourced directly from authorised Australian distributors and fully compliant with TGA requirements for contact lenses as medical devices. You will never receive grey market or parallel import stock.

As a 100% Australian-owned online retailer, our lower overheads mean we can offer Biofinity lenses at competitive prices — significantly lower than you would typically pay through a traditional optical practice — without any compromise on product authenticity.

Orders placed before 10am Monday to Friday are dispatched the same day via StarTrack Courier Service, with next business day delivery to most major Australian cities including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Canberra when lenses are in stock. Free express post applies to orders of four or more boxes.

We're registered with all major Australian private health insurance funds (Provider Number 2413719K), and your order confirmation email includes everything you need to make a claim — item numbers and a PDF invoice. If you collect from our Windsor, Melbourne store, HICAPS on-the-spot claiming is available.

For Biofinity Toric XR wearers especially, our recurring order service is the most reliable way to ensure you always have lenses on hand, given the extended manufacturing lead time for custom XR lenses.

Browse the complete Biofinity contact lens range at BuyContactsOnline.com.au, or explore all monthly contact lenses to compare Biofinity with other leading monthly brands.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do Biofinity contact lenses last?

Biofinity lenses are monthly replacement lenses — they are designed to be worn for up to 30 days and then discarded. Even if you wear them less frequently, you should replace them after 30 days from opening, as the lens material degrades over time once exposed to your tear film and the environment.

Are Biofinity lenses good for dry eyes?

Biofinity's Aquaform Technology retains moisture naturally within the lens material, making it a strong choice for wearers who experience mild dryness with other monthly lenses. However, if you have clinically diagnosed dry eye disease, it's important to discuss your lens options with your optometrist, as dry eye is a spectrum condition and not all wearers respond the same way to any given lens.

Can I buy Biofinity contact lenses without a prescription?

No. Contact lenses are classified as medical devices in Australia and can only be supplied with a valid prescription from a registered optometrist or ophthalmologist. You will need to enter your prescription details when placing your order. If anything requires clarification, our partner optometrist may contact you before your order is dispatched.

What is the difference between Biofinity Toric and Biofinity Toric XR?

Biofinity Toric covers the majority of astigmatism prescriptions within a standard cylinder and axis range. Biofinity Toric XR (Extended Range) covers a broader range of cylinder powers and axes for wearers with more complex astigmatism prescriptions that fall outside the standard parameters. XR lenses are custom manufactured and can take up to four weeks to produce, so forward planning is important for XR wearers.

Can I claim Biofinity lenses on my health insurance?

Yes, in most cases. Contact lenses are claimable under the optical extras component of most Australian private health insurance policies. We're registered with all major health funds (Provider Number 2413719K) and provide all the information you need to make a claim with every order. Visit our health fund rebates page for full details.