Where can I get cheap contact lenses in New York City?

November 1, 2006 1:13 PM

Can anyone recommend a good place to get a deal on contact lenses in New York City?

Vanity is getting the better of me. After nearly a decade of going four-eyed, I want to wear contacts again. I'm particularly interested in those new-fangled silicone hydrogel doodads that are supposedly easier for people with drier eyes to wear.

Can anyone recommend a good place to get a deal on contact lenses? Money's a little tight. By the same token, are there any places I should avoid?

posted by jason's_planet to clothing, beauty, & fashion (4 answers total)

I'm not in New York, but I've found that hands down the cheapest contacts are found online- just get the prescription in person, and then trawl froogle or something for the cheapest option.
posted by ambrosia at 1:19 PM on November 1, 2006

I second buying your contact lenses online for the best deal. I've always done this with good results.
posted by catfood at 1:22 PM on November 1, 2006

OK, in that case, can anyone recommend a reasonably priced and professional optometrist to do the exam?
posted by jason's_planet at 1:34 PM on November 1, 2006

Sol Moscotts does exams for ca. $50 I think. Kevin Rosen is a nice guy at their 14th st location.


My info's for specs, not contact lenses tho'.YMMV
posted by lalochezia at 2:21 PM on November 1, 2006