Condoms are a must for anyone who has a penis or has sex with one. From regular birth control to preventing sexually transmitted diseases, sex during your period, anal sex, and as emergency care when taking antibiotics, condoms are an essential part of everyone’s sexual arsenal.
But finding condoms that feel good and increase female pleasure can be difficult. And relying on your partner to have a condom at all—let alone one that feels good—is not a winning strategy. That’s why we’ve rounded up 10 of the best condoms for women. From top picks on Amazon to personal favorites, we’ve got the right one for you (and your penis).
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This is how we selected the best condoms for women
There are a lot of bold marketing promises in the condom business, so you have to be picky – much more so than when you’re doing a quick swipe on Tinder. If your date shows up at the coffee shop wearing the most disgusting soul patch you’ve ever seen, it’s no big deal. But choosing the wrong condom can spell disaster.
Our favorites have some important things in common:
- High product ratings (so you know they are very popular)
- Qualities that make the girl feel good (or prevent you from feeling bad afterwards)
- High reliability (to avoid oops moments or dreaded cracks)
- Luxurious feeling (even on a small budget or drugstore prices)
These are our personal favorites and the condoms we always have in our nightstand or wallet because we know they are reliable condoms that do their job and work well in many different situations and positions.
Quick look at the best condoms for women
Top condom for your pleasure – MyBliss Ultra Thin
These condoms from MyBliss are expressly made by women for women and contain primarily “natural and pH balanced ingredients” that keep the vagina happy. There are only two ingredients: latex and silicone oil, which lubricates the condoms. These condoms are also vegan certified, so you can feel good in the bedroom.
Unlike the jagged condom packaging we’re used to, MyBliss Ultra Thin condoms have an easy-to-use tear-open packaging that you don’t have to use your teeth to open. This is super important as it preserves the integrity of the condom and prevents it from tearing or accidentally getting holes in it. Condoms can tear and these are particularly resistant to tearing when under high pressure compared to other brands.
Customers say they love the MyBliss Ultra Thin condoms because they are “easy to use and very discreet,” adding, “It really feels like using something luxurious in the bedroom. No nasty smell, plenty of lube and easy to put on – and they stay on well too!” They feel great for your partner too and won’t slip off.
If you want to support women-owned companies, these are a no-brainer. However, they are not as readily available as other condom brands, so you will have to order them online and wait for them to arrive.
Thinnest latex condom – Trojan Bareskin Raw
Trojan has been in the condom business for a long time and offers a wide variety of products. The Trojan Bareskin Raw is a favorite of the VICE team because it’s a condom that will finally make you stop hating condoms.
Thin and low-odor, these condoms won’t affect the sensation of intercourse or that of your partners. You’ll probably forget you’re even wearing them. They’re well-lubricated and easy to put on. The reservoir tip means you can slip them on without worrying about them slipping or coming off.
Trojan Bareskin Raw condoms are available on Amazon and ship quickly, so if you feel uncomfortable buying condoms at the drugstore or live in a place where you expect to get judgemental looks at the checkout line, you can have them shipped right to your door.
If you’re the type of person who likes to try before you buy, these come in a super convenient 3-pack, so you can test them out and make sure they’re right for you and your partner before committing to a 10-pack or 24-pack.
Latex-free option – SKYN Supreme Feel
Latex allergies can significantly limit your condom choices, but SKYN Supreme Feel condoms are made from polyisoprene, a synthetic material that is safe for the body. They are also free of harmful organic fluorides that many other condom brands use.
What makes these condoms your best latex-free option is the soft and comfortable material that makes them comfortable for all partners. The skin-on-skin feel of SKYN’s thinnest condoms helps you focus on the pleasure, not the condom. And since these condoms are latex-free, you don’t have to worry about that unpleasant latex smell either.
These condoms are compatible with water- and silicone-based lubricants and have been tested to meet the highest safety and reliability standards. The condom’s lubricity makes it easy to insert any toy or penis with a condom.
You can get the SKYN Supreme Feel condoms from Amazon, and they are delivered quickly. If you are not allergic to latex, the Trojan Bareskin Raw is a little more skin-like, but still a cheap alternative.
No smell, no taste – PS condoms
PS condoms are the best odor-free condoms that also don’t contain any other harsh ingredients. Many condoms contain casein (a milk byproduct) which gives them that nasty condom smell. However, PS vegan condoms don’t use this ingredient.
They’re also gluten-free, glycerin-free, and paraben-free and made from natural rubber latex. The brand uses a “proprietary distillation process for a smoother, softer feel.”
They come in regular and XL sizes, but the XL runs a little small, especially for someone with a large girth. If you or your partner has a larger penis, they might feel too tight. I would recommend the Trojan Magnum XL Bareskin condoms.
For longer stamina – Durex Performax Intense
The Durex Performax Intense has many fantastic features designed for your pleasure, making it one of the best condoms for women around. But its signature feature is the desensitizing lubricant on the inside of the condom. It prolongs the wearer’s sexual performance so the fun lasts longer.
This condom is also heavily ribbed, with over 30 ribs and plenty of raised nubs to enhance female pleasure. It’s designed for women from start to finish.
Best Luxury Condom – Unique Condoms
Unique condoms live up to their name – you don’t roll them up, you pull them on with tabs. The first time or two you use them will certainly be an adjustment for anyone. It’s worth it, as they are some of the best luxury condoms we’ve ever tried.
They are so thin that it feels like skin-to-skin contact, but they are also odorless and do not leave behind any sticky condom residue.
If you’re new to condoms, the labels literally say “penis this side,” so there’s no question about how to put them on properly.
Customizable – Hello Cake ribbed and studded condoms
Hello Cake’s ribbed and studded condoms allow you to customize your pleasure so it feels good for the girls. Ribs and studs can be too much for some women, and with these condoms you can choose one or the other. I prefer choice in my stimulation and many condom options don’t allow for that.
These have a slight latex smell, but it goes away quickly. If you are sensitive to latex smell, you may want to opt for one of the odorless condoms on this list.
For large penises – Trojan Magnum XL Bareskin condoms
Choosing the right condom size is crucial to avoid problems like lack of blood flow or even tearing. The choice of partners with above average length and girth that feel good for the girl is small, but Trojan Magnum XL Bareskin condoms take both partners into account.
These condoms feature a “contoured shape for added comfort, a silky-smooth lubricant, and a thin design for increased sensitivity.” They are electronically tested to ensure safety and reliability, so you can orgasm as hard and fast as you want without fear of them slipping or tearing.
G-Spot Condom – Trojan G. Spot
Designed for “targeted stimulation,” the Trojan G. Spot condom has a distinctive design that enhances female pleasure. The condom adapts to your sexual rhythm and Trojan says the “condom material moves with the movement during sex while the micro-ribs slowly build stimulating friction.”
The Trojan G. Spot condom, available on Amazon, offers the most targeted stimulation of any condom brand. If you have trouble climaxing through penetration alone, the added stimulation might be helpful in getting you over the finish line.
