Developed using AI
Instead of the distinct rings found on traditional multifocal lenses (e.g. trifocal lenses), the Galaxy spiral lens uses a smooth spiral pattern that was developed using artificial intelligence (AI).
See clearly by day. Drive confidently after dark. Enjoy life without glasses.
Until now, cataract surgery required compromise. People had to choose between being free of glasses or having the quality of their vision impacted – especially when driving at night.
With the introduction of the unique optical technology in the Galaxy spiral lens, this trade-off is no longer inevitable.
What is the Galaxy spiral lens?
The Galaxy spiral lens is a small acrylic intraocular lens (lens or IOL) that replaces the natural one in your eye that has become cloudy over time (known as a cataract).
The Galaxy spiral lens uses revolutionary spiral optic technology to precisely manage the light entering your eye – it’s designed to provide you with high-quality distance, intermediate, and near vision without glasses.
Unlike a standard monofocal lens which typically restores only your distance vision after cataract surgery, the Galaxy spiral lens gives you the opportunity to increase your independence from wearing glasses for everyday activities.
And with less visual side effects than traditional multifocal lenses, the Galaxy spiral lens is one of the most technologically advanced lenses available today.
How is the Galaxy spiral lens different from other lenses available?
Standard monofocal lenses provided by the NHS will restore your distance vision, but you will still need glasses for daily tasks that require intermediate and near vision.
The unique Galaxy spiral lens
While traditional multifocal lenses available through private surgery offer a wider range of vision without glasses, there are trade-offs, including visual disturbances such as halos and glare, especially when driving after dark.
The unique Galaxy spiral lens is specifically designed to overcome the compromises of other available lenses – offering glasses free vision at all distances, with significantly reduced visual disturbances.
Life without glasses
For many people, cataract surgery is more than just a procedure – it is a life-changing moment that allows you to renew your vision and see life in full again.
What vision can be expected with the Galaxy spiral lens?
In an international clinical study, people who received the Galaxy spiral lens were able to see with clear vision at all distances – near, far, and everything in between – and enjoy life without glasses.
100% of patients treated with the Galaxy spiral lens would recommend the lens to their friends or relatives.
Distance vision was excellent - 97% of people achieved normal vision without glasses*
Essential for activities like driving and watching TV.
*Abela-Formanek C, Amon M, Auffarth GU, Barsam A, Bostancı B, Carones F, et al. Redefining vision with the Galaxy spiral IOL. Rayner; 2026. Available here.
Nearly all people (97%) had good intermediate vision without glasses*
Providing clear, comfortable sight for daily tasks such as cooking and using a computer.
*Abela-Formanek C, Amon M, Auffarth GU, Barsam A, Bostancı B, Carones F, et al. Redefining vision with the Galaxy spiral IOL. Rayner; 2026. Available here.
All patients (100%) had good near vision without glasses*
Giving them clear, comfortable sight for reading, using a phone, or enjoying hobbies such as sewing, knitting, or crafting.
*Abela-Formanek C, Amon M, Auffarth GU, Barsam A, Bostancı B, Carones F, et al. Redefining vision with the Galaxy spiral IOL. Rayner; 2026. Available here.
Vision was smooth across the entire visual range
This means the focus adjusts gently as you look around – like a natural vision experience – rather than jumping between different levels of clarity as is typically experienced with traditional multifocal lenses.
*Abela-Formanek C, Amon M, Auffarth GU, Barsam A, Bostancı B, Carones F, et al. Redefining vision with the Galaxy spiral IOL. Rayner; 2026. Available here.
Get the vision you want, for the life you lead
The Galaxy spiral lens is made by Rayner, a British company that has been focused on providing the best visual outcomes for patients since 1910.
Our global headquarters and cutting-edge manufacturing facility is in Worthing, England, where all our precision-engineered intraocular lenses (IOLs) are developed to the highest standards.
Speak an eye specialist and dream of life without glasses.