Monthly Contact Lenses

Why Choose Monthly Contact Lenses?

Monthly lenses offer a number of genuine advantages for the right wearer, and for full-time contact lens users they often represent the most economical long-term option.

Because each lens is worn for up to 30 days before replacement, you use significantly fewer lenses over the course of a year compared to daily disposables. This typically translates to a lower cost per wearing day for wearers who use lenses consistently every day. Modern monthly lenses are also made from advanced silicone hydrogel materials — particularly the leading brands in our range — that allow high levels of oxygen to reach the cornea, supporting healthy, comfortable eyes even during long wearing hours.

Monthly lenses do require a daily care routine: each night you remove, clean, rinse, and store your lenses in fresh multipurpose solution. For wearers who are comfortable with this routine, it quickly becomes second nature. Where monthly lenses are less suitable is for part-time or occasional wearers, since a lens starts to degrade once opened regardless of how many days it has actually been worn — for those wearers, daily disposables are often a better fit.

For a detailed side-by-side comparison of monthly and daily contact lenses across cost, hygiene, convenience, and lifestyle factors, read our daily vs monthly contact lenses guide.

Monthly Contact Lenses by Lens Type

Monthly Spherical Lenses

Monthly spherical lenses correct standard myopia (short-sightedness) or hyperopia (long-sightedness) and represent the largest category in our monthly range. We stock seven spherical monthly options from leading manufacturers, each built on silicone hydrogel platforms designed to maintain comfort and clarity across the full 30-day wearing cycle.

Leading spherical monthly options include Biofinity — one of the world's most prescribed monthly lenses, using CooperVision's Aquaform Technology for natural moisture retention and exceptional oxygen permeability — Air Optix Plus HydraGlyde, which combines SmartShield deposit protection with HydraGlyde Moisture Matrix for consistent comfort across the wearing month, Bausch + Lomb ULTRA with MoistureSeal Technology engineered specifically for screen-heavy wearers, and Acuvue Vita, which uses HydraMax Technology to maintain moisture from the first day of wear through to the last. PureVision 2 HD rounds out the spherical monthly range as a dependable option from Bausch + Lomb.

Monthly Toric Lenses

Monthly toric lenses correct astigmatism — caused by an irregular curvature of the cornea or lens — while delivering the economy of a monthly replacement schedule. We stock six monthly toric options, covering standard and extended prescription ranges.

Leading monthly toric options include Biofinity Toric, which uses CooperVision's Optimised Toric Lens Geometry for a consistently stable fit and the same Aquaform moisture platform as the spherical Biofinity, and Biofinity Toric XR for wearers with more complex astigmatism prescriptions outside the standard toric range (note: Toric XR is custom manufactured and can take up to four weeks to produce — plan ahead or use a recurring order). Air Optix Plus HydraGlyde for Astigmatism brings the HydraGlyde moisture technology to monthly toric correction, while ULTRA for Astigmatism and PureVision 2 for Astigmatism complete the range with additional options from Bausch + Lomb. Acuvue Vita for Astigmatism covers the Johnson & Johnson toric monthly option.

Monthly Multifocal Lenses

Monthly multifocal lenses are designed for wearers managing presbyopia — the gradual loss of near vision that typically develops from the mid-40s. Rather than relying on reading glasses alongside contact lenses, multifocal lenses provide correction across near, intermediate, and distance ranges within a single lens.

We stock five monthly multifocal options. Biofinity Multifocal is available in distance-dominant and near-dominant fitting options, allowing your optometrist to select the configuration that suits how your eyes work together. Air Optix Aqua Multifocal uses a Precision Profile Design for smooth focal transitions across three addition powers. ULTRA for Presbyopia brings Bausch + Lomb's MoistureSeal Technology to multifocal monthly wear. PureVision 2 for Presbyopia is a well-established Bausch + Lomb multifocal option for wearers seeking a reliable, accessible monthly presbyopia lens.

Monthly Colour Lenses

For wearers who want to enhance or change their eye colour on a monthly basis, Air Optix Colors is available in both prescription (Script) and plano (non-corrective) formats in a range of natural and more vivid shades. Monthly colour lenses suit wearers who prefer consistency in their colour choice over time — the same lens worn daily for a month, rather than a fresh colour lens each day.

Monthly Contact Lenses by Brand

Our monthly contact lens range spans four leading manufacturers. Here is a quick guide to what each brand brings to the monthly category.

Biofinity (CooperVision) is consistently among the most prescribed monthly lenses in Australia, covering spherical, toric, Toric XR, and multifocal options. Aquaform Technology makes the lens material naturally moisture-retaining without surface coatings, and its Dk/t of 160 is among the highest oxygen permeability ratings available in a monthly lens. Browse the full Biofinity collection.

Air Optix (Alcon) covers spherical, toric, multifocal, and colour monthly options. Air Optix Plus HydraGlyde is the standout prescription lens, with SmartShield deposit protection keeping the lens surface fresh throughout the month. Air Optix Night & Day Aqua is approved for extended continuous wear of up to 30 nights and 31 days when prescribed by an optometrist. Browse the full Air Optix collection.

Bausch + Lomb ULTRA covers spherical, toric, and presbyopia monthly options. MoistureSeal Technology maintains 95% of lens moisture for up to 16 hours of daily wear, making ULTRA a strong choice for screen-intensive wearers and those who find other monthly lenses dry out later in the day. Browse the full ULTRA collection.

Acuvue Vita (Johnson & Johnson Vision) covers spherical and toric monthly options. HydraMax Technology is specifically designed to address the common problem of monthly lenses losing comfort in the final week of the wearing cycle — Vita aims to maintain consistent moisture from day one through to day 30. Browse the full Acuvue collection.

Why Buy Monthly Contact Lenses from BuyContactsOnline.com.au?

20 monthly lens options at competitive prices. Our online model means significantly lower overheads than traditional optical stores — savings we pass directly to you. Our monthly contact lens prices are among the lowest available in Australia without any compromise on product authenticity.

100% genuine, Australian-approved lenses. Every lens is 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 from us.

Same-day dispatch for weekday orders before 10am. 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 on four or more boxes. With 3-pack and 6-pack options available, most monthly lens orders for both eyes easily meet the four-box free shipping threshold.

Recurring orders — particularly valuable for monthly lens wearers. Because monthly lenses need to be replaced on a fixed schedule, running out is a genuine inconvenience. Our recurring order service lets you schedule automatic deliveries at your preferred frequency — monthly, every three months, or every six months — with a 14-day reminder email before each dispatch and full flexibility to adjust, pause, or cancel at any time. For Biofinity Toric XR wearers especially, where custom manufacturing adds up to four weeks of lead time, a recurring order is strongly recommended.

Professional optometrist support, at no charge. Our partner optometrist Peter Merrett has more than 25 years of experience fitting monthly contact lenses and is available during business hours to help you select the right lens for your prescription, wearing habits, and eye health. Call us on 03 9510 2045 or email contacts@buycontactsonline.com.au.

Easy health fund claiming. We are registered with all major Australian private health insurance funds (Provider Number 2413719K). Every order confirmation includes item numbers and a PDF invoice for straightforward claiming. HICAPS on-the-spot claiming is also available at our Windsor, Melbourne store.

Melbourne store pickup available. Local customers can collect from our store at 12a Chapel Street, Windsor — saving on postage and delivery time.

You can also compare monthly lenses with daily contact lenses to determine which replacement schedule best suits your lifestyle and wearing frequency.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are monthly contact lenses cheaper than daily?

For full-time wearers, monthly lenses are generally more cost-effective on a per-wearing-day basis because fewer lenses are used over a year. The trade-off is the daily cleaning routine and the cost of lens solution. For part-time or occasional wearers, daily disposables can actually work out cheaper because you only open a lens when you need one. Our daily vs monthly contact lenses guide breaks down this comparison in more detail.

How do I care for monthly contact lenses?

Each night you should remove your lenses, rub them with a few drops of multipurpose contact lens solution, rinse them thoroughly, and store them in fresh solution in a clean lens case. Never reuse old solution, never rinse lenses or cases with tap water, and never sleep in daily wear lenses unless specifically prescribed for extended wear. Replace your lens case monthly.

Can I wear monthly contact lenses for longer than 30 days?

No. Monthly lenses are designed for a maximum of 30 days of wear and should be replaced on schedule regardless of how frequently they have been worn. Wearing lenses beyond their replacement date increases the risk of deposit build-up, reduced oxygen transmission, and eye infections.

Which monthly lens is best for dry eyes?

Biofinity's Aquaform Technology, Air Optix Plus HydraGlyde's HydraGlyde Moisture Matrix, and Bausch + Lomb ULTRA's MoistureSeal Technology are all designed with sustained moisture retention in mind and are among the most frequently recommended monthly lenses for wearers who experience dryness. Our partner optometrist Peter Merrett is available during business hours to help identify the most suitable option for your eyes.

Do I need a prescription to buy monthly contact lenses?

Yes. 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 be asked to enter your current prescription details when placing your order. If anything requires verification, our partner optometrist may contact you before dispatch.

Can I claim monthly contact 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 are registered with all major Australian health funds (Provider Number 2413719K) and provide all claim information — including item numbers and a PDF invoice — with every order. Visit our health fund rebates page for full details.