Clear Lens Showdown: Epi Clear vs Re pure for Everyday Wear

Two clear lenses, two different replacement rhythms

Epi Clear and Re pure are both clear, PC-Silicone contact lenses from the same store, so they look identical on the eye. The meaningful difference is how often you replace them and how many lenses come in a box. Epi Clear is a 1-month lens sold in a 4-piece box, while Re pure is a 6-month lens sold in a 2-piece box. That single difference drives most of the choice between them for everyday wear.

Neither lens is a colored contact, so this comparison is not about shade payoff. It is about matching a replacement schedule to how often you actually wear lenses, and understanding what the catalog does and does not tell you about comfort.

Spec-by-spec: where Epi Clear and Re pure diverge

• Replacement cycle: Epi Clear is a 1-month lens; Re pure is a 6-month lens. The 6-month option means fewer reorders, but it also asks you to keep the same pair clean and intact for longer.
• Pack size: Epi Clear comes as 4pcs per box; Re pure comes as 2pcs per box. A 4-piece box gives you two pairs of monthly lenses, while a 2-piece box gives you one pair of 6-month lenses.
• Total diameter: Epi Clear measures 14.2mm; Re pure measures 14.0mm. The 0.2mm difference is small and may not be noticeable, but it is the only dimensional difference listed.
• Water content: Epi Clear is listed at 40% water content; Re pure at 43%. Higher water content can feel different on the eye, but the catalog does not provide comfort test results, so treat this as a specification rather than a promise.
• Base curve: Both lenses list an 8.6mm base curve, so they are aimed at the same general corneal curvature. Fit still depends on your own eye, which is why a professional fitting matters more than the spec sheet.
• Material: Both use PC-Silicone. The catalog describes the material as soft and flexible for Epi Clear and comfort-oriented for Re pure, but it does not provide oxygen permeability or modulus figures for either lens.
• Available options: Epi Clear lists Power as an available option type. Re pure does not list any option types in the catalog, so check availability before assuming it can be ordered in your prescription.

What the catalog does not tell you

The supplied records do not include oxygen transmissibility, lens modulus, or independent comfort ratings. They also do not state whether either lens is suitable for overnight wear, so do not assume extended-wear capability from the phrase “all day” in the product descriptions. For daily wear, the safer reading is that both are intended for daytime use with regular cleaning and replacement.

Re pure also lacks listed option types, which is a practical limitation if you need a specific prescription. Epi Clear lists Power, so it is the clearer choice when a prescription is part of the decision. If your priority is a lens you can reorder without a prescription, confirm the details with the store before buying.

Epi Clear: the monthly, 4-piece option

• Epi Clear: Type: 1 Month; Pieces: 4pcs / box; Total Dia: 14.2mm; Base Curve: 8.6mm; Water Content: 40%; Material: PC-Silicone; Available option: Power. The 4-piece box suits a monthly replacement routine and gives you two pairs before reordering. The listed Power option makes it the more straightforward choice if you need a prescription.

  

Re pure: the 6-month, 2-piece option

• Re pure: Type: 6 Months; Pieces: 2pcs / box; Total Dia: 14.0mm; Base Curve: 8.6mm; Water Content: 43%; Material: PC-Silicone. The 6-month cycle means fewer orders, but only one pair per box. The slightly higher water content and smaller diameter are the only listed differences from Epi Clear.

  

How to choose for everyday wear

If you wear clear lenses most days and prefer a fresh pair each month, Epi Clear's 1-month, 4-piece format fits that rhythm. You replace on a predictable schedule, and the box covers two replacement cycles. If you wear lenses less often or want to minimize reorders, Re pure's 6-month cycle reduces the number of purchases, but it also means keeping one pair in good condition for longer.

Check the prescription question first. Epi Clear lists Power as an option; Re pure does not list option types. If you need a prescription lens, that difference may decide the comparison before comfort or pack size matter. If you do not need a prescription, the choice comes down to whether you prefer monthly replacement with a larger box or a longer cycle with a smaller one.

Common questions about these clear lenses

Are Epi Clear and Re pure colored contacts?

No. Both are listed as clear contact lenses with a clear graphic diameter, so they do not change eye color.

Which lens comes with more lenses per box?

Epi Clear comes with 4pcs per box; Re pure comes with 2pcs per box.

Can I wear either lens overnight?

The catalog does not state overnight wear suitability for either lens, so do not assume it. Follow the care instructions supplied with the product and your eye care professional's advice.

Do both lenses have the same base curve?

Yes, both list an 8.6mm base curve. Total diameter differs slightly: 14.2mm for Epi Clear and 14.0mm for Re pure.