Macu-Vision vs Macu-Vision Plus: What’s the Difference Or Is There a Better Option?

What is the difference between Macu-Vision and Macu-Vision Plus, and is there a better option?
Macu-Vision is a tablet that contains vitamin C (250 mg), vitamin E (200 IU), zinc (40 mg), and copper (1 mg). Macu-Vision Plus includes the same nutrients with added lutein (5 mg) and zeaxanthin (1 mg) for enhanced macular protection. For those who prefer a higher-strength formula in a single soft gel capsule, Macutec Once Daily delivers a more complete and convenient alternative.

Understanding Macular Supplements

If your optometrist or GP has recommended a supplement for macular health, you might have come across two familiar names: Macu-Vision and Macu-Vision Plus, both by Bioglan. These are commonly found in Australian pharmacies and often recommended as starting points for people managing early signs of macular degeneration.

But what exactly is the difference—and should you be considering something else?

Macu-Vision: Antioxidant Foundation

Macu-Vision is a tablet containing:

• Vitamin C (250 mg)
• Vitamin E (200 IU)
• Zinc (40 mg)
• Copper (1 mg)

This formula provides baseline antioxidant and mineral support and includes copper to balance the effects of long-term zinc intake. However, it does not include lutein or zeaxanthin, the pigments that protect the central retina (macula).mage.

Macu-Vision Plus: Adds Pigment Support

Macu-Vision Plus builds on the Macu-Vision base by adding:

• Lutein (5 mg)
• Zeaxanthin (1 mg)

These additions support macular pigment density, which plays a protective role in blocking harmful light and oxidative stress. However, Macu-Vision Plus still comes in tablet form, and like its counterpart, it uses a high zinc dose (40 mg), which some people may find difficult to tolerate over time.

Ingredient Comparison: Macu-Vision vs Macu-Vision Plus

Nutrient	Macu-Vision	Macu-Vision Plus
Vitamin C	✅ 250 mg	✅ 250 mg
Vitamin E	✅ 200 IU	✅ 200 IU
Zinc	✅ 40 mg	✅ 40 mg
Copper	✅ 1 mg	✅ 1 mg
Lutein	❌	✅ 5 mg
Zeaxanthin	❌	✅ 1 mg
Soft Gel Format	❌	❌

Both products support basic antioxidant needs, but only Macu-Vision Plus provides the pigments shown to benefit the macula directly.

Why Macutec Once Daily May Be A Better Option

Macutec Once Daily was developed to go beyond both Bioglan formulas by providing the levels of nutrients actually used in major clinical studies especially the AREDS2 research and
We have written a blog article Macu-Vision Plus vs Mactutec

More importantly, Macutec’s developers adjusted the formula for real-world tolerability.
While Macu-Vision Plus uses 40 mg of zinc, Macutec contains 25 mg, enough to support the eyes, without causing the stomach upset or mineral imbalances associated with prolonged high-dose zinc.

What Macutec Once Daily Delivers:

Soft gel, once daily — ✅ easy, well-absorbed, minimal hassle

Vitamin C (500 mg) — ✚ more than double

Vitamin E (400 mg) — ✚ double the antioxidant capacity

Zinc (25 mg) — ✅ reduced for comfort and balance

Copper (2 mg) — ✚ adjusted to match zinc reduction

Lutein (10 mg) — ✚ twice the macular pigment support

Zeaxanthin (2 mg) — ✚ double the macular filtering protection

Full Comparison: Macu-Vision vs Macu-Vision Plus vs Macutec Once Daily

Nutrient	Macu-Vision	Macu-Vision Plus	Macutec Once Daily
Vitamin C	✅ 250 mg	✅ 250 mg	✅ 500 mg
Vitamin E	✅ 200 IU	✅ 200 IU	✅ 400 mg
Zinc	✅ 40 mg	✅ 40 mg	✅ 25 mg (gentler)
Copper	✅ 1 mg	✅ 1 mg	✅ 2 mg
Lutein	❌	✅ 5 mg	✅ 10 mg
Zeaxanthin	❌	✅ 1 mg	✅ 2 mg
Soft Gel Format	❌	❌	✅

Macutec follows AREDS2-style formulations while adjusting for long-term comfort and compliance.

Summary

• Macu-Vision: Antioxidant base—no pigments, high zinc
• Macu-Vision Plus: Adds macular pigments, but same high zinc and tablet format
• Macutec Once Daily: More vitamin C, more vitamin E, more lutein, more zeaxanthin, better copper–zinc balance—all in a once-daily soft gel

For patients and clinicians alike, Macutec Once Daily stands out as the more complete, better-tolerated, and clinically-aligned option and it is available from eye care professionals and optometry practices.
Macutec can be purchased in-store or online at our online store

Do you have a question about your eye health or vision?
Please give us a call or make an appointment and we can give you an indepth consultation with your questions answered.

For more information about AREDS2 and supplements and the AREDS2 Ingredients