*Some restrictions may apply. ExpressExam is not available for all plans, including but not limited to Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, and Exchange plans. Please verify this provider is participating in your plan. States excluded in this offer include DE, HI, KS, LA, MI, NJ, NM, PR, SC, SD, and WV.
*Some restrictions may apply. ExpressExam is not available for all plans, including but not limited to Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, and Exchange plans. Please verify this provider is participating in your plan. States excluded in this offer include DE, HI, KS, LA, MI, NJ, NM, PR, SC, SD, and WV.
ExpressExam vs. the doctor’s office
Both provide doctor-issued prescriptions. One lets you stay in your pajamas.
ExpressExam vs. the doctor’s office
Both provide doctor-issued prescriptions. One lets you stay in your pajamas.
How it works:
How it works:
1. Take the exam
Use your phone to answer questions and take pictures of your eyes. It takes less than 10 minutes.
2. Doctor reviews
A board-certified ophthalmologist reviews your exam results and issues your prescription.
3. Get your prescription
Your prescription is saved to your account for easy access, allowing your orders to ship faster.
Rave reviews for ExpressExam
Rave reviews for ExpressExam
“Renewing my prescription online couldn’t have been easier. I’ve never had a bad experience with 1-800 Contacts. Super fast, user friendly, and accurate every time!”
— Latisha S.
“Quick and easy, didn’t even have to leave the house.”
— Danny D.
“Getting my prescription was extremely easy and fast. In fact, I think I had my prescription faster than I usually wait in the lobby to see my eye doctor. . . ”
— Joseph C.
“The express eye exam is a MAJOR game changer . . . The convenience, price, smooth experience, thoroughness of an automated exam blew my mind! Was approved for my very accurate prescription the very next day! Ordered my contacts! They arrived at my door the next day!! Loved the entire process! Five Stars!”
— Kim F.
“Where has this been all my life!!! This is the easiest exam I’ve ever taken. Use the app, it becomes THAT much easier. . . I ordered my contacts right from here. THANK YOU for giving me freedom from the hassle of the dreaded eye appointment.”
— Anna H.
“Was very grateful, this service existed. As I did not know that my current prescription was outdated. I was able to do it in my kitchen and get my contacts ordered the same night . . .”
— Brian S.
Real doctors. Real prescriptions.
To make sure your contact lens prescription is accurate, we’ll have a board-certified ophthalmologist review your exam results. Your new prescription will be valid everywhere, so, basically, renewing your contacts prescription online is the future. And it’s glorious.
A board-certified ophthalmologist licensed in your state will review your exam results. If approved, they’ll issue a guaranteed-accurate prescription that’s valid to use anywhere in the United States.
Everything you need to know about online vision exams
New to ExpressExam? Kick back and learn about the coolest thing to grace the internet since cat videos.
Everything you need to know about online vision exams
New to ExpressExam? Kick back and learn about the coolest thing to grace the internet since cat videos.
How often should you visit the eye doctor?
The oh-so-satisfying answer is that it depends. On what? Primarily your age and eye health. See what the American Academy of Ophthalmology says about how often you should visit the eye doctor.
Eye exams: how long do they take and how often do I need them?
Folks get eye exams for lots of reasons: health concerns, to get or renew a prescription for vision correction, etc. so the length of exam can vary. We have some info that may help you estimate the length of your visit.
What is the difference between ExpressExam and an in-person eye exam?
Telemedicine isn't just for your traditional family doctor. You can now renew your prescription online to skip the long and expensive trip to the eye doctor. Here are the differences between a traditional eye exam and what's offered online.
While a typical in-office comprehensive eye exam costs $150 on average, our “just-renew-my-prescription” online vision exam is just $20. Talk about saving those dollars.
A comprehensive eye exam at your eye doctor usually takes an hour plus driving time. Our online vision exam takes only 10 minutes to complete, and you can expect results usually around two business hours. (And no driving required.)
Taking an online vision exam is easy. All you need is your laptop and ten feet of space. Click any button above to get started. We’ll walk you through your exam which should take only about 10 minutes to complete.
It’s usually a good idea to get a comprehensive eye exam every one to two years, depending on your overall health. But if you want to change contact brands or renew an expired prescription without another trip to the eye doctor, you may be able to take a vision exam online.
Vision insurance usually covers one regular, in-network visit with your eye care provider per year (costs $150 on average). You may need to pay an additional copay depending on your insurance plan. Many insurance providers also cover the cost of an online vision exam. (And if not, ours is only $20.)
