Progressive contact lenses is a term sometimes used for multifocal contact lenses designed for people with presbyopia. These lenses combine more than one optical power within the same lens to support vision at near, intermediate and distance ranges. Contact lens manufacturers more commonly describe this type of lens as multifocal or as a contact lens for presbyopia.
Are progressive and multifocal contact lenses the same?
In contact lenses, the terms progressive and multifocal are often used to describe the same general type of vision correction for presbyopia. Unlike progressive spectacle lenses, contact lenses do not use a single universal progressive design. Different manufacturers use their own multifocal optical designs and technologies.
At Netlens, you can explore our multifocal contact lenses for presbyopia. Individual products may be named Multifocal or For Presbyopia depending on the terminology used by the manufacturer.
How progressive contact lenses correct presbyopia
Multifocal contact lenses use different optical zones or power profiles within the lens to provide vision correction across different distances. The exact design varies between lens models, which means two multifocal lenses with similar prescription values are not necessarily equivalent.
Many multifocal prescriptions also include an addition value, often shown as ADD. This represents the additional near-vision correction required for presbyopia and may be expressed as a numerical value or as options such as Low, Medium or High, depending on the lens model.
Our guide to contact lens parameters explains the most common values used when ordering contact lenses online.
Daily and reusable progressive contact lenses
Multifocal lenses for presbyopia are available with different replacement schedules. If you prefer single-use lenses that are discarded after each day of wear, explore our daily contact lenses. Reusable options are also available, including lenses with monthly replacement schedules. You can explore our monthly contact lenses to compare the different replacement routines.
Choosing and reordering progressive contact lenses
When reordering multifocal contact lenses, use the same lens model and prescription parameters recommended for you by your optician or eye care professional. Check all relevant values carefully, including power, addition, base curve and diameter, together with any lens-specific options shown on your prescription.
If you are considering changing to another multifocal lens model or brand, consult your optician or eye care professional first. Matching prescription values alone does not necessarily mean that another contact lens is a suitable replacement, as optical design, fit, material and available parameters vary between products.
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