Which Durex condom is right for you
For everyday use choose Durex Elite or Natural; for extra peace of mind, Extra Safe. Comfort XL is for a wider fit, Arouser and Pleasuremax add texture, Performancemax helps last longer, and Flavours are for oral sex. Fit matters more than any feature: a condom that is too tight is more likely to break.
Which Durex condom is the standard choice?
Durex Elite is thinner for more sensation; Durex Natural is the classic, slightly thicker condom. Both are the standard nominal width and suit most people. Durex Extra Safe is thicker again with extra lubricant, for anyone who wants the most reassurance. All three are in the Durex collection in packs of 15, 24 and 50.
How do I know if I need a larger condom?
If standard condoms feel tight, leave a ring mark, or have split, try Durex Comfort XL, which is wider and longer. A condom should roll down fully without pinching and stay in place without rolling up. A tight condom is uncomfortable and more likely to tear; a loose one can slip off.
What do the textured ones do?
Durex Arouser has ribs and dots for extra sensation, mainly for the receiving partner. Durex Pleasuremax combines ribs and dots with a shaped fit. Both are standard width. Texture is a preference, not a safety feature; they protect the same way as the plain versions.
Which condom helps you last longer?
Durex Performancemax contains a small amount of benzocaine inside the condom to reduce sensitivity slightly. It only affects the wearer. If you want more control without a numbing agent, a delay spray applied before sex is the alternative; see our guide on how delay sprays work.
How should condoms be stored?
In a cool, dry place away from sunlight, and not in a wallet or car for long. Heat and friction weaken latex. Check the expiry date on the foil, open the foil with fingers rather than teeth, and use a new condom every time. Water-based or silicone lubricant is safe with all Durex condoms; oil is not.
