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Male condom reviews
4.0
53 reviews
During or before sex
Frequency
82% - 98%
Effectiveness
None
Blood clot risk
None
Effect on fertility
Male condom benefits
Some of the benefits that are recognised in scientific research or guidelines for this contraceptive
Protects against STIs
How does the Male condom work?
Male condom alternatives
Contraceptives that work in similar ways, or brands that have close or exactly the same hormonal ingredients
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4.0
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Used for 8+ yr
38 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 29th Oct 23
I have been relying on the male condom since my 11 year old daughter was born. Works effectively for me but can dampen the mood during sex.
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Used for 3 - 6 mo
27 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 27th Jul 23
My partner is allergic to latex and Skyn produce the only non-latex condoms on the market. For me, they are smooth and feel great. They are more comfortable than latex and arguably feel even better than without a condom. However, for my partner, they feel fine for about 10-15 minutes before they start to produce a vacuum and squeeze down hard, causing him pain and obviously ruining the moment. We are not sure if this is a sizing issue or something else. There aren't any further size options or otherwise for us to try so we are limited to very uncomfortable safe sex for him, or using the withdrawal method instead which has its own problems.
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Used for 1 - 3 mo
20 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 12th Jul 23
Durex mutual pleasure was not good at all !!! Bought a pack of 3 and all of them broke while i was wearing them
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Used for 8+ yr
41 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 21st Jun 23
I feel compelled to write here after watching Davina McCall's programme Pill Revolution, which didn't mention condoms once! Condoms are a good option if hormonal contraception isn't working for you, and a necessity if you and your partner are not monogamous or have not had a sexual health check up. Even my shittiest ex was ok with using condoms after I made a conscious decision to come off the Pill, so ladies, don't lower your expectations!
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Used for 8+ yr
33 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 17th Jun 23
Opted for latex free. So easy to use, protects against STI, it’s a no brainer for me. Just as pleasurable
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Used for 5 - 8 yr
20 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 13th Nov 22
Hormone free, so your cycle isn't affected at all and they also protect against STIs. What's not to like? Guaranteed they can be uncomfortable but it takes a bit of trial and error with various brands and sizes as well as applying some water-based lubricant. I recommend the Glyde brand.
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Used for 18 mo - 3 yr
34 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 1st Aug 22
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Used for 3 - 6 mo
26 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 27th Jul 22
Moved away from the pill and onto condoms. Tried HANX as I'd only used mainstream brands historically, and found it much better. Their sizing is better, and it feels a lot more natural - I used to get way more irritation after sex with other brands, whereas now it feels like we're not using anything which is great. Happy to have moved away from hormonal contraceptives and won't go back.
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Used for 8+ yr
12 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 24th May 22
Other condoms can give my thrush or cystitis so I assume I must have a mild latex allergy. These condoms are amazing they fit great and they feel like nothing, I hardly notice them at all. And 0 side effects! Just have to drain the purse a little bit instead
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