How to Order Contact Lenses Online
Deciding to wear contact lenses is a convenient and simple solution to vision correction when you are ready to ditch the glasses or just want to try out something new. A benefit to ordering contact lenses online is time saved that would otherwise be spent traveling to an in-person store or making extra appointments with a vision center. When ordering contacts online with retailers, all you need is an existing prescription from an eye care specialist or doctor. With that prescription provided by your optometrist, you can order contact lenses to be shipped to your home in a matter of minutes!
Ordering contact lenses online is fast, safe and affordable, especially when ordering through a trusted and experienced provider like Hubble Contacts. In this article, we’re answering all your questions to help make this process as seamless as possible!
Where to Order Online Contact Lenses
When it comes to ordering contact lenses online, there are plenty of retailers and sellers in this market. You’ll want to do your research prior to your purchase and consider if you would prefer a one-time purchase or a recurring subscription. It’s also important to find a retailer that sells the type of lenses specified by your medical provider that are best for your needs.
Additional factors to consider when ordering online include:
- Price/cost - Online retailers often offer better deals on contact lenses than prices you might find at your doctor’s office. Hubble offers an incredible starter deal at $1 for your first 15 pairs of daily prescription contacts. After that, a 28-day supply is just $19.99 per eye, for comfortable lenses custom made just for you.
- Shipping convenience - One of the best parts of online shopping is the convenience of products being delivered right to your door. Hubble’s contacts subscription offerings are no different, with lenses delivered on-time at the cadence of your choosing. This ensures that you won’t run out and will always have contact lenses on hand.
- Customer service - Hubble’s online shop helps you experience simple and to the point customer-centered assistance. Our team is available by phone, email or chat 7-days a week. Returns are processed efficiently, and you can cancel your subscription at any time.
Ordering Contact Lenses Online with Hubble
- Hubble begins with your contact lens prescription - Your contact lens prescription can be found on the side of the contact lens box from a previous order. Do not worry if you don’t have the written prescription from your doctor.
- Then, we contact your doctor - Communicating with the prescribing doctor is required by law for all companies that sell contact lenses. Those lenses you're placing in your eyes are actually medical devices, so we complete our due diligence in ensuring your order is correct.
- Hubble ships your contacts to your door! - You’ll receive your lenses in about 5-10 business days and can change the cadence of your subscription at any time. Never run low on contact lenses or any vision care accessories again!
Hubble offers hassle-free, contact lens ordering with a recurring subscription service personalized to you. Hubble contacts are delivered to your door and makes ordering contact lenses easy and convenient.
If you don’t see what you need on our site, our sister site, ContactsCart, offers an endless choice in contact lens brands and lens types suited to your needs. If you are looking for contacts for astigmatism, toric lenses, 90-day supplies, or even color lenses, discover many types of lenses available with the best fit for your eyes.
Do I need a Prescription to Order Contacts?
Ordering contact lenses online requires a valid prescription from a doctor, including your name; the date of prescription expiration; the prescriber's name; and, for the lenses themselves, power, base curve, manufacturer, diameter, and material. All parts of your prescription must match the lenses you ordered.
Your prescriber must provide you with a copy of your prescription after completing your eye exam. Your prescription can be digitally sent to you as well. Your contact lens prescription can also be found on the side of the contact lens box from a previous order. Customers can still order from Hubble even without a paper copy of their prescription. It is important to keep your contact lens prescription up to date and accurate with regular checks up and eye exams by an eye doctor.
Does My Prescription Need to be Verified by an Eye Doctor?
To order contact lenses online, all retailers that sell contact lenses are required by law to confirm that you ordered the right lenses based on your prescription.
Contact lens sellers like Hubble and ContactsCart are required to communicate with your prescriber when you order contact lenses. Your prescriber must advise the seller, Hubble, if there are inaccuracies in the prescription information you provided, or if your prescription is expired. They are also required to correct any inaccuracies and provide a reason if your prescription is not valid.
Selecting the Right Type of Lenses
Contact lenses come in a variety of types, are made based on longevity of wear, and can be used to treat specific ocular conditions. Factors to consider when choosing the right type of lenses are material and prescription strength. If you are new to contact lenses, this article will help get you started on the language of contact lenses and the general types of contacts that you can try. Remember, that you should always speak to a medical professional before considering changing your contact lens brand or type, and follow their professional recommendations.
Soft Contact Lens
Soft contact lenses are made from a softer, more pliable (flexible) material. They are made with a hydrogel and are often the most prescribed contact due to their ease of use and comfort.
Hard Lens/Rigid Gas Permeable Contact Lenses
These contact lenses are a firmer or hard type of material that are more durable and do not bend or fold. These contacts are also called Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) lenses. Hard lenses usually provide a clearer sight due to their strength. These lenses require more cleaning and disinfection.
Hybrid Lenses or PPMA Contacts
These contact lenses are a blend of RGP and soft contacts.
Daily Wear (Dailies)
Daily wear contacts, or dailies, are contact lenses that are changed every day, which can help reduce issues like irritation or blurriness. At Hubble, we only sell daily lenses, as wearing a new lens every day is often considered to be the safest and most comfortable way to wear contacts.
Bi-weekly or Monthly Contact Lenses
Monthly wear contact lenses are planned replacement lenses. They are typically designed to be worn for anywhere from 2 weeks to 3 months, as directed by your doctor, and then disposed of. For proper use, they are to be taken out and disinfected each night
Ensuring Proper Fit and Comfort
With routine practice that includes consistent care of your contacts and being aware of how to use your contacts, you may be able to avoid discomfort, blurry vision, and dry eyes. To help with these challenges, make sure you're using the right lenses for your eyes
Additionally, keeping a current prescription that includes regular eye exams will increase the likelihood that your contacts are properly fit and comfortable to wear. Always begin with clean and dry hands before placing in or removing your contacts. Clean your contacts with each use with a fresh dose contact lens solution every time. Cleaning your contact case is also key in helping defeat allergens, dust, or particles out of your contacts which in turn provides consistent comfort and good overall focus and vision.
Is it Safe to Buy Prescription Contact Lenses Online?
Buying contact lenses online means your contacts have been deemed safe to use, arrive from a reputable retailer, and are based on a doctor's written prescription. Hubble works with your information directly from your doctor’s prescription to ensure an accurate fit, prescription strength, and that your lenses reflect the most up to date information.
Hubble’s prescription contact lenses are FDA approved, and have been so for over a decade. We’re proud to have sold over 400 million prescription lenses and counting! Buying contacts lenses online with non-reputable services can lead to being charged for services that are not allowed, such as providing contact lenses without a prescription. Hubble insists on using your prescription as provided by your eye care provider or specialist.
Are Contact Lenses Better for You Than Glasses?
Eyeglasses are a practical solution to help improve clarity of vision and reduce eye strain, giving you better concentration and focus. Wearing glasses can also give you a more stylish look and can be a great accessory.
You may be wondering which vision solution works best for you. Wearing contact lenses is a great way to improve your vision as they are lightweight and provide a more accurate vision correction as the lenses lay directly on the eye. And of course, eyeglasses can be cumbersome to wear and expensive to replace if lost or broken.
Consult with your eye care professional to make sure contacts lenses are the right vision correction option for you. They will be able to provide advice on the different types of lenses available and the best fit for your eyes. Also, note an eyeglass prescription is not the same as a contact lens prescription, and should not be used in the place of the other. Ultimately, the decision to wear glasses, contact lenses or a combination of both is individual to each person. The good news is that regardless of if you’re looking for comfortable contacts or quality glasses, Hubble has got you covered!
Hubble Makes Ordering Contacts Online Easy
Ordering contact lenses online giving you the safest, simplest, most comfortable fit starts with Hubble. Our lenses are FDA approved and made with methafilcon A, a hydrogel material. Our contacts contain 55% water content, UV protection, and a thin edge, they're designed for easy insertion, all-day comfort and crystal clear vision.
The process that Hubble curates ensures your contact lens subscription arrives on-time with recurring orders so you never run low. Try our contact lenses today and get your first order of Classic by Hubble Contacts or Hydro by Hubble Lenses for a special price for new customers.
