TPE vs Silicone - Whats the difference?

TPE Sex Dolls

What is TPE?

 TPE stands for Thermoplastic Elastomer – a combination of plastic and rubber. TPE is flexible, slip resistant and shock absorbent. TPE sex dolls are popular in the industry due to their affordability.

 TPE dolls have gained high popularity, much due to their low cost, although the low cost does not mean low quality. Whilst TPE sex dolls are not as well defined as silicone they are highly realistic to the touch, with soft skin and ultra-flexible bodies. Their boobs and butts will wobble back and forth resulting in a more sexual and natural feel.

Pros

- Less expensive

- Odourless and hypoallergenic

- Softer – making the doll feel more like human skin

- Flexible – More sex positions

- Soft and elastic – Breasts and butts will wobble when you have sex with your doll

- Can be used with both silicone and water-based lubricants

 Cons

- Porous material – cleaning them through the standard means can pose an issue

- Less resistant to heat, water and stains

- Less durable than silicone

 Silicone Sex Dolls

 What is silicone?

 Silicone is a polymer material and is used for many products. The material is stable, soft and has high heat resistance. Silicone has been used in the sex toy and sex doll industry for many years.

 Silicone sex dolls have highly detailed features and refined body parts resulting in ultra-realistic sex dolls. Silicone dolls also can retain warmth, providing you with a more human-like feel. They cost a little more, but their sexual parts such as breasts and vagina are made with a softer material and their facial features are highly detailed.

 Pros

- Highly detailed and realistic

- Ultra-realistic Vaginas and body parts

- More durable and resistant to heat and stains

- Non-porous material resulting in easier cleaning and maintenance

Cons

- Usually a higher price

- You may need more lube when using a silicone doll – you should only use a water-based lubricant

- Slightly thicker and stiff to touch

TPE vs Silicone

Overall, both silicone and TPE sex dolls have their pros and cons, and it can be difficult to choose between the two. If you are still undecided why not try our collection of Hybrid Dolls?

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