This is one of the questions we get asked most at the optician. The answer isn't universal: it depends on your lifestyle, your prescription and your personal preferences. Let's look at it clearly.

Prescription glasses: advantages

• Immediate comfort: you put them on and they work, no need to touch your eyes.
• Extra protection: they act as a barrier against dust, wind and intense light.
• Less maintenance: just clean them well and store them in their case.
• Versatility: you can have different frames for different occasions.
• Ideal if you work many hours in front of screens: you can add blue light filters without complications.

Prescription glasses: disadvantages

• They fog up with temperature changes (from cold to heat, when cooking, etc.)
• They can slip with sweat (especially if you play sports)
• They limit your peripheral field of vision
• Some people feel they "hide" their eyes or alter their appearance

Contact lenses: advantages

• Freedom of movement: perfect if you play sports, dance or move a lot.
• Natural vision: they don't alter your peripheral visual field.
• No fogging: they work the same in any climate.
• Aesthetics: your face is completely free.
• Combinable: you can wear them with non-prescription sunglasses.

Contact lenses: disadvantages

• Require rigorous hygiene (hand washing, specific liquids, clean case)
• Feeling of dry eyes in very dry environments or with air conditioning
• Not suitable if you have frequent eye infections or intense allergies
• Ongoing cost (disposable lenses, maintenance liquids)
• Some very high prescriptions don't correct as well as with glasses

Which one to choose then?

Choose glasses if:

• You work many hours in front of screens
• You prefer comfort without daily maintenance
• You have dry or sensitive eyes
• You want added protection against sun or dust

Choose contact lenses if:

• You play sports regularly
• You prefer total visual freedom
• Wearing glasses bothers you aesthetically
• You have a stable low-medium prescription

Combine both options if:

• You want flexibility depending on the occasion
• You play sports but also spend time at the computer
• You value both the comfort of glasses and the freedom of contact lenses

Our professional recommendation

At Óptica Francés we do a complete study and advise you without rush. We don't sell "what's needed", but what you really need. If you have doubts, come see us. With 52 years of experience, we know what works.

Book an appointment and we'll help you choose the best option for your sight and your life.