As more people look for freedom from reading glasses, multifocal contact lenses (also known as varifocal contact lenses) have become one of the most effective and convenient solutions for modern vision needs.
Designed to give clear near, intermediate and distance vision, they allow you to enjoy seamless sight throughout the day — without switching glasses or taking lenses in and out. They are even available for astigmatism as well incorporating reading vision.
If you’re experiencing the tell-tale signs of presbyopia (difficulty reading small print), or you’re simply tired of juggling reading glasses, multifocal lenses could transform the way you see. In a recent blog we covered the intricacies of varifocal glasses, this time we will talk about contact lenses.
What Are Multifocal (Varifocal) Contact Lenses?
Multifocal contact lenses feature different optical zones so you can see clearly at all distances:
• Near – reading, phone use, menus, small print
• Intermediate – computer work, cooking, social interaction
• Distance – driving, walking, everyday activities
They function similarly to varifocal glasses, but without having anything sitting on your face, and without ‘zones’ – so no need to position your head or think about which portion of the lens you look through.
Perfect Even If You Don’t Need Distance Glasses
Many people think contact lenses are only for correcting distance vision, but multifocal lenses are also suitable if you:
• Only struggle with reading
• Have perfect distance vision
• Constantly put reading glasses on and off
• Don’t want to carry readers everywhere
Multifocal lenses boost your near vision while keeping your natural distance vision as normal. This makes them ideal for people who are new to vision correction and want to stay glasses-free.
Wear Them All Day — No Switching or Removing
A common misconception is that multifocal lenses need to be taken in and out during the day depending on what you’re doing. In reality, modern lenses are designed for full-day wear.
You simply:
1. Insert them in the morning
2. Go about your entire day
3. Remove them in the evening
No swapping between tasks. No interruptions. Just clear, comfortable vision from morning to night.
Feel Younger and More Confident Without Constantly Reaching for Readers
One of the biggest lifestyle benefits of multifocal contact lenses is the sense of freedom and youthfulness they bring. Many people say they feel older the moment they start relying on reading glasses — constantly reaching for them, taking them on and off, or realising they’ve left them in another room or at home altogether. With multifocal (varifocal) contact lenses, that frustration disappears. You simply put them in first thing in the morning and enjoy natural, effortless vision all day. No more rummaging for readers, no more glasses perched halfway down your nose, and no reminders that your near vision has changed. It’s a simple switch that helps you feel more like yourself again — active, independent and confidently glasses-free.
Comfortable and Easy to Adapt To
Today’s multifocal contact lenses use breathable, moisture-retaining materials that feel natural on the eye, even for first-time wearers. Benefits include:
• Soft, flexible designs
• Good hydration for comfort
• Smooth visual transitions
• Options for dry-eye sufferers
• Daily and monthly lens choices
• Blue light and other tint options
Most people adapt within hours, with vision feeling natural within a few days, They are so comfortable that many say they forget they’re wearing lenses at all.
Ideal for Active or Glasses-Free Lifestyles
Multifocal contact lenses offer a level of convenience and freedom that reading glasses can’t match. They are perfect if you:
• Hate juggling reading glasses
• Move between screens and tasks all day
• Want to avoid the look or feel of varifocal spectacles
• Enjoy sports or outdoor activities
• Prefer not to carry multiple pairs of glasses
With multifocal lenses, your vision adapts instantly wherever you look.
Why Choose Multifocal Contact Lenses?
Compared to reading glasses, multifocal lenses provide:
• Functional vision at all distances
• Intermediate focus for screen use
• No constant removing or adjusting
• A wider field of view
• More natural head and eye movement
• Greater convenience and freedom
They’re a simple, modern solution for age-related reading difficulty — without changing the way you live. Ask us about turning back the clock – by losing the readers and finding the magic of multifocal lenses! Book online or call us to make an appointment.
