The Pros And Cons Of Different Condom Types
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Polyisoprene and polyurethane condoms
Pros: Good for those with latex allergies and transfer body heat
Cons: Can be more expensive than latex
For those who do have allergies to latex but want to stay in the rubber family of products, polyisoprene and polyurethane can be good options. Both are thinner than latex and transmit body heat well, so they don’t impact sensitivity as much. Still, they are quite effective in protecting against unwanted pregnancy and STDs. Polyisoprene is said to be slightly more flexible than polyurethane, so there can be less risk of breakage with that material. Overall, men don’t report a major difference in sensation between these two types of condoms compared to latex condoms, though they might be slightly more expensive.
