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SunSync Elite

Fast activating photochromic lenses that are clearer indoors and darker outdoors.

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Dark to Clear in Seconds

The transition lens that redefined the light-reactive landscape by changing from dark to clear in seconds1 delivers high performance in a number of areas: groundbreaking fade-back and activation speed, exceptional blue light and UV defense, and long lifespan.

Your Input. Put In.

You spoke. We listened. Based on ECP and patient input, the latest version of SunSync Elite photochromic lenses deliver high satisfaction in four key areas:

  • Clearer indoors
  • Darker outdoors
  • Fast activation
  • True gray color
Women doing yoga outdoors wearing transition lenses
Woman sitting outside wearing transition lenses, looking at phone

Their Eyes Are in Good Hands

People have enough on their minds without worrying about the impacts of sun and screens on their eyes. SunSync Elite photochromic lenses provide 100% UV protection and exceptional blue light filtration, allowing wearers to confidently shift between environments and tasks knowing their eyes are in good hands.

Let's Get Things Nice and Clear

When it comes to transition lenses, one of the missions has always been the clearest possible indoor appearance. Using revolutionary technology, SunSync Elite photochromic lenses deactivate quickly to become remarkably clear indoors, so nobody has to wait to look their best.

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Why So Gray?

SunSync Elite features a true gray color to deliver the total package of performance and presentability.

The Fast and the Furious

SunSync Elite outperforms the top-selling transition lens for fade-back speed, along with speedy activation.2 We understand if this leaves the other guys feeling a little bent out of shape.

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Woman wearing exercising outside wearing photochromic lenses

Guaranteed to Please

SunSync Elite photochromic lenses are backed by a one-year, 100% satisfaction guarantee, making the decision to upgrade to an ultra-fast light-reactive lens that much easier.3

More Information at Your Fingertips

Download the SunSync Elite Dispensing Toolkit and you'll receive a video to add to your waiting area playlist, so your patients can consider whether a photochromic lens is right for them.

Availability Guide

SunSync Elite
Product Category Lens Design CR-39 Polycarbonate Trivex 1.67
High-index
Progressive Lenses Unity Via Elite II, Plus II, Via II, Mobile II, Wrap II        
Ethos, Ethos Plus        
Near Variable Focus Unity Via OfficePro        
Single Vision Lenses Unity Relieve, Unity SVx, SVxtra, SVxtreme        
Standard        
Flat Top 28 Lenses Standard        

Dispensing Tips

Lead with Speed

Highlight how SunSync Elite finally overcomes the slow fade back of ordinary photochromic lenses.

Lean on Life-Reactivity

Discuss the convenience of one pair of lenses that adapts to any environment on the fly.

Dial up the Defense

Offer a photochromic lens that provides exceptional indoor-outdoor blue light defense and 100% UV protection.

Address Appearance

Speak to the confidence of walking into a room or showing up on screen with clear, attractive lenses.

Banish Buyer’s Remorse

Make the decision to try a transition lens easy with SunSync’s one-year, 100% satisfaction guarantee.

FAQs

  • What is SunSync Elite?

    SunSync Elite is an ultra-fast, light-reactive lens that changes from dark to clear in seconds.1 SunSync Elite has been reimagined to offer wearers better functional performance and cosmetic appearance in a transition lens. These enhancements include:

    • Clearer indoor appearance
    • Darker outdoor appearance
    • Faster activation

    In addition to its groundbreaking fade-back speed and recent improvements, SunSync Elite also offers:

    • 100% UV protection
    • Exceptional blue light filtration
    • Outstanding durability
    • Long performance lifespan
    • 1-year satisfaction guarantee3
  • What is the difference between SunSync Elite and original SunSync?

    SunSync Elite has significantly faster fade-back and activation speeds along with enhanced photochromic lens performance over the life of the lens.

  • How does SunSync Elite compare to Transitions® Signature® GEN 8™ Lenses?

    SunSync Elite has significantly faster fade-back speed than Transitions® Signature® GEN 8™ and darkens (activates) faster than Transitions® Signature® GEN 8™.2

  • What is the difference between SunSync Elite and SunSync Drive XT?

    SunSync Elite photochromic lenses offer faster fade-back and activation speeds than SunSync Drive XT. SunSync Drive XT will get darker in activated state and retain a tint behind the windshield.

  • What materials are available with SunSync Elite?

    SunSync Elite is available in 1.50 plastic, polycarbonate, Trivex, and 1.67 high-index.

  • How is SunSync Elite improved over the previous version?

    The latest version of SunSync Elite has a darker outdoor color than previous photochromic lens offerings, providing extra comfort in the presence of direct sunlight.

  • What lens designs are available with SunSync Elite?

    SunSync Elite is available on the following lens designs:

    • Unity® Via II Progressive Lenses: Elite II, Plus II, Via II, Mobile II, and Wrap II.
    • Unity Via OfficePro
    • Unity Single Vision: Unity Relieve, Unity SVx, SVxtra, and SVxtreme
    • Ethos® Progressive Lenses: Ethos, Ethos Plus
    • Standard Single Vision
    • Flat Top 28 Lenses
    • Fixed Single Vision

    SunSync Elite is also available on Shamir lens designs.

  • What colors are available with SunSync Elite?

    SunSync Elite is available in gray and brown.

  • What does SunSync Elite look like?

    SunSync Elite is now even darker outdoors in direct sun contact and clearer indoors.

  • How fast do SunSync Elite lenses activate (get dark) and deactivate (fade back to clear)?

    Due to the high number of environmental factors that impact performance of transition lenses, it is difficult to accurately provide exact activation and deactivation times. SunSync Elite returns to clear indoors in less than a minute at 73.4 degrees F.

  • Can anti-reflective coatings be applied to SunSync Elite?

    Yes. In fact, adding a premium anti-reflective coating like TechShield® Elite will enhance the performance of transition lenses, like SunSync Elite.

  • How much blue light does SunSync Elite filter?

    As a standard practice we do not promote a single fixed percentage of blue light reduction for any of our products. This is because we do not feel this is the most scientifically appropriate or accurate way to describe what the lenses are actually doing in terms of blue light reduction.
     
    Instead, we publish spectral transmittance graphs for our products – this shows the percentage of reduction at all wavelengths, not just certain points. The graphs show these curves for SunSync Elite in both the clear and dark states.

  • How can SunSync Elite be ordered?

    SunSync Elite photochromic lenses can be ordered on Eyefinity® or your preferred practice management system. SunSync Elite is available through Authorized Unity Distributor Labs.

  • How will SunSync Elite appear when ordering through Eyefinity?

    SunSync Elite appears with Standard Single Vision, and Unity, Ethos, and Shamir lens designs in the Lens drop-down menu when ordering on eyefinity.com.

    Examples:

    • UNITY Via Elite II Polycarbonate SunSync Elite Gray
    • UNITY SVx Polycarbonate SunSync Elite Brown
    • Ethos Plus 14 – SunSync Elite Gray
    • Shamir Autograph II Fixed 13mm – SunSync Elite Gray

     
    Review the SunSync Ordering Guide for complete instructions.

  • Are Unity Savings still available?

    No. It will be replaced by the Unity Rewards program. Please visit unitylenses.com for more details.

  • What is the Unity Rewards program?

    The Unity Rewards program offers a simplified way for all VSP network providers to earn points on eligible Unity, SunSync, and TechShield lenses and enhancements. Points can be redeemed on items of your choice. Please visit unitylenses.com for more details.

  • Which products are eligible for Unity Rewards?

    You can earn points on eligible Unity Progressive Lenses, SunSync Light-Reactive Lenses, TechShield Elite/Blue Anti-Reflective Coatings, and Ethos Lenses.

  • How much does SunSync Elite cost?

    Price for patients wishing to pay out of pocket for a photochromic lens enhancement will be determined by the Eye Care Provider. Please refer to the VSPOne National Price List for SunSync Elite private-pay pricing.

  • Does SunSync Elite come with a guarantee?

    Yes. All products in the SunSync Light-Reactive Lenses portfolio are backed by a one-year, 100% satisfaction guarantee for VSP® Members. If not completely satisfied, VSP will refund the cost of the SunSync Elite lenses and replace them with clear prescription lenses, free of charge. Learn more about the SunSync Guarantee.

"They darken and lighten with lightening fast speed. Great purchase!"

Clint R., SunSync wearer

1. t½F of SunSync Elite in polycarbonate is 51 seconds at 73.4°.
2. In independent testing, SunSync Elite fades from fully activated to 56 %T in 40 seconds compared to 54.5 %T in 120 seconds for Transitions® Signature® Gen 8™. Testing conducted in Polycarbonate to ISO 8980-3 standard.
3. SunSync guarantee exclusive to VSP members.
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