Saturday 16 December 2023

Rearz Select Briefs Adult Diaper Review

 *For more information on how I do reviews see Diaper Test Methodology


 

Summary

The Rearz Select is a two-taped plastic-backed diaper with a specialized landing zone for attaching and repositioning the tapes. It stands out among other plastic-backed diapers for having only a single tape per side. However, these single tapes are also huge so the amount of tape coverage isn’t too different from those with 4 tapes per side. Like other Rearz products, this one is clearly targeted at the ABDL market and is described as a “vintage” diaper, resembling Pampers from the 80s. Being of an age where I was wearing Pampers in the 80s, that’s an interesting thought, but I’m doubtful this diaper is actually that similar. I think most will find it resembles the diapers produced by most ABDL companies and the custom lines of some smaller distributors that have outsourced production to a few complexes in China. A company can make superficial changes like cut or color, but ultimately, when you’re contracting to the same machines and materials there’s only so much you can do to differentiate it. I found this diaper to be somewhat similar to the NorthShore MegaMax, but not quite as absorbent.

As far as absorbency goes, it actually features one of the lower levels advertised for Rearz products at 3800 ml (128 oz). This is still a massive amount, but like others, it will not hit anywhere close to that level before leaking. In practice I found it would leak after 1~2 wettings, largely due to the swelled mid-padding actually blocking moisture flow to the rear padding. I also found the leak guards on the front and rear get stuck to the topsheet or otherwise seem lower than you’d typically want. This diaper certainly checks the boxes for specialty. It only comes in medium and large sizes and has a very high unit price. For practical use, it’s not realistic for every day wear, but I can also see the aesthetic appeal and I’m sure some will find it fits their needs.


Key Features:

  • Plastic backsheet
  • Landing zone
  • Repositionable tapes
  • Standing inner leak barriers
  • Blue topsheet on wings/leak guards

Pros:

  • Strong tapes
  • High absorbency
  • Comfortable and durable

Cons:

  • Inefficient moisture direct to rear padding
  • Limited sizing
  • Very high unit cost

Product Details

For the purpose of this post I will be reviewing and referring to the medium-sized Rearz Select Briefs Diaper. However, other available sizes are listed below:


Packaging

Brand: Rearz
Manufacturer: Weifang Mimosa Personalcare Technology
Origin: China
Units Per Bag: 12
Cost Per Unit: $$$$
Dimensions (L x W x H): 40 cm (15.8") x 17 cm (6.7") x 22 cm (8.7")
Weight: 2.1 kg (4.6 lbs)
Available Sizes: M, L
Advertised Absorbency: 3800 ml

1.1 Rearz Select Briefs Packaging

Diaper

Backsheet: Plastic (poly)
Wetness Indicator: No
Standing Inner Leak Guards: Yes
Leg Gathers: Yes
Product Style: Tab-Style Brief
Refastenable Tabs: Yes
Number of Tapes: 1
Repositionable Tabs: Yes
Outer Color: White
Inner Color: White with blue leak guards and wings (light blue rectangle in the middle)
Front Waistband: Yes
Rear Waistband: Yes
Folded Thickness: 3.3 cm (1.3")
Folded Length: 22 cm (8.7")
Dry Weight: 175 g (6.2 oz)
Fragrance: No
Diaper Dimensions (L x fW x mW x bW): 82 cm (32.3") x 66 cm (26") x 29.5 cm (11.6") x 65 cm (25.6")
Wing Shape (Front, Rear): Rectangular, Rectangular
Padding Dimensions (L x fW x mW x bW): 62 cm (24.4") x 25 cm (9.8") x 17 cm (6.7") x 33 cm (13")
Padding Wing Dimensions (fPW x fPH x bPW x bPH): 4 cm (1.6") x 12 cm (4.7") x 8 cm (3.2") x 20 cm (7.9")
Padding Wing Shape (Front, Rear): Semicircle, Semicircle
Total Padding Area: 1470 cm2 (228 in2)
Tape Spacing (t1): 8 cm (3.2")
Tape (W x L): 6.5 cm (2.6") x 3 cm (1.2")

1.2 Rearz Select Diaper


Laboratory Absorbency Tests

Total Absorption Volume (after press out): 2025 ml (71.4 oz)
Total Absorption Volume (before press out): 2100 ml (74.1 oz)
Time to Absorb Wettings (first to last): (45 s, 54 s, 69 s, 78 s, 78 s, 85 s, 93 s, 77 s, 78 s)
Wet Folded Thickness: 6.5 cm (2.6")
Used to Total Padding Ratio: 96%
Total Padding to Absorbency Ratio: 1.38 ml / cm2 (0.31 oz / in2)
Press Out Volume: 75 ml (2.7 oz)

Surface Dampness Rating: 8

The Rearz Select demonstrated strong resistance to surface dampness. During the lab test it didn’t show much in terms of dampness until the fourth wetting. Even then, the paper towel didn’t show significant dampness until the 5th or 6th lab test wetting. That said, it is susceptible to some initial pooling before being absorbed. I didn’t notice the dampness too much during real world testing but did find it tended to pool during wettings too.



2.1 Wet vs Dry Diaper After Capacity Test


2.2 Used vs Unused Padding After Capacity Test
 

"Real World" Absorbency Tests

Posture Tests


Standing-Sitting

Total Absorbed Volume: 1050 ml (37 oz)
Total Wettings: (1 standing, 2 sitting)
Leaked After Sitting: No
Used to Total Padding Ratio: 51%
Padding to Absorbency Score: 0.71 ml / cm2 (0.16 oz / in2)

Standing-Sitting Rating: 7
The Rearz Select performed well when tested when standing and sitting. The first wetting while standing was absorbed fairly quickly, with limited pooling but much of it spread quickly through the middle padding. After the wetting, the padding in the middle of the diaper was firmer and had swollen quite a bit. Yet, there was still a significant amount of dry padding up the front of the diaper and the rear padding was completely dry. Upon sitting shortly after there was no sign of leakage. On the second wetting while seated, moisture pushed up into the dry front padding and there was temporary pooling before it was wicked across the remaining dry padding. Again there were no leaks at this point and the rear padding remained completely dry while the middle padding swelled further. On the third wetting moisture appeared to be blocked from making it past the middle padding and instead pooled and pushed further up the front of the diaper. Eventually a significant amount made it past the leak guards and escaped through the wings, resulting in a substantial leak. Even at this point, the rear padding was still largely dry and had it been a bit better at wicking moisture toward the back it likely would have absorbed a lot more.


Lying Down

Total Absorbed Volume: 1025 ml (36.2 oz)
Total Wettings: 3
Used to Total Padding Ratio: 57%
Padding to Absorbency Score: 0.70 ml / cm2 (0.16 oz / in2)

Lying Down Rating: 7

The Rearz Select proved quite absorbent when tested while lying down. The first wetting was easily absorbed, though with some short-lived pooling. The front padding swelled quite a bit and had a squishy sort of feel, while the rear padding was still quite dry. It was much the same on the second wetting, the front and mid padding swelled considerably and there was initially some pooling. By the time it was all absorbed the padding at the front and middle swelled to the point they started blocking channeling toward the dry rear padding. On the third wetting there was considerable pooling at the crotch of the diaper and it quickly pushed backward up the front padding, resulting in a leak through the front leak guards. There was still a large amount of dry padding at the rear but moisture was unable to channel back because it was blocked by the swelling at the front. I expect this diaper will typically absorb at least 2 wettings while lying down before leakage is a concern. It won’t get close to the theoretical capacity because the swelling at the front will block channeling to the rear so excess moisture is more likely to push out through the front.

2.3 Pattern of Used vs Unused Padding Test Stand/Sit (right) Lying Down (left)


Daily Wear and Bedwetting

The Rearz Select resembles the numerous other premium-range diapers produced in China, like the NorthShore MegaMax, Total Dry X-Plus or Forsite AM/PM. Those who’ve worn these diapers will recognize the similarities that likely come from being produced in the same factory or complex. It features a thick plastic landing sheet over a relatively thick plastic backsheet that is soft but not particularly flexible. The tapes are ridiculously strong and will hold up to extensive wear and tear with multiple refastenings. It has a very slight honeycomb-like, not unlike the NorthShore MegaMax, but one I found to be far less pronounced. Other similarities include the light-blue rectangle like that of the MegaMax and the wide/flexible dual waistbands. The notable differences in this diaper are its single-tape per side design and the unique bluish coloration of the inner wings and leak guards. Absorbency was also somewhat similar to the others, but a bit on the low side. It’s not that the padding wasn’t absorbent, but more that it was very difficult for moisture to wick through to the rear padding without leaking. I found this to be the case when worn for both bedwetting and daily wear. Most often the padding at the front/mid-section would swell so much that it would act as a sort of dam preventing moisture from channeling through to the rear of the diaper. Even so, the highly absorbent padding was still sufficient to handle 1~2 wettings before leakage would be a concern. I feel the overall absorbency makes it reasonably well suited to overnight wear and perhaps even better suited to daily wear. However, it’s not exactly a diaper you’d be wearing out as it is quite bulky and thus hard to keep discreet. Overall, I was happy with the level of comfort provided and never had any concerns about durability, even after extensive wear. The thickness and type of plastic would probably be a drawback for wear in warm weather, but it was perfect for wear in cooler conditions. Otherwise, I did encounter a minor issue with the inner leak guards getting stuck to the topsheet at the front and rear; I couldn’t tell if this was intentional or a manufacturing defect but typically leak guards run a bit higher up. It’s generally a quality construction, but at the price-point I don’t think it’s well suited for practical purposes and I think most will find it as something of a novelty rather than a go-to diaper for daily needs.


Suitability for Bowel Incontinence: 9

Were it not for the standing inner leak guards that can sometimes be stuck to the topsheet on the diaper, this would be an easy 10 for suitability for bowel incontinence. It has all the right features, with a thick plastic-backsheet, very strong tapes and dual waistbands to keep it snug and reduce odors. The padding is also quite resistant to surface dampness and provides generous rear coverage. It’s quite similar to others like the NorthShore MegaMax or Total Dry X-Plus in this regard.


Wear & Tear Tests


Fitting

The Rearz Select diaper features a plastic backsheet with a large landing zone and a single adhesive tape per side. The two tape design differentiates this from many other diapers, with the Attends Slip Active Fit M10 being the only other plastic-backed diaper with such a tape mechanism tested so far (albeit using double-tape rather than landing zone attachment). The tapes on this diaper are repositionable such that they can be attached, removed and re-attached to any part of the landing zone multiple times. The backsheet plastic and padding in this diaper are quite thick and it features both rear and front waistbands for a snugger fit.

3.1 Rearz Select Briefs Fastener

 

Ease-of-Use Rating: 8

The Rearz Select diaper is generally quite user friendly. I had no trouble getting a snug fit with this diaper in spite of it having only a single tape per side (many adult diapers go with 2 tapes per side as that design makes it easier to form a moisture seal). The tapes in this diaper are quite wide and, being repositionable, can easily be adjusted if you don’t get the proper fit the first time. The diaper will hold in place without shifting or sagging even after extended wear. However, it may not be well suited for a care environment as it doesn’t include any sort of wetness indicator. I’ve also had some issues with the standing inner leak guards being stuck to the padding when opening a new diaper to apply. It also may be difficult for those with a weak grip to remove the tapes as they have a very firm grip once applied.

3.2 Rearz Select Briefs Fit

Comfort


Comfort Rating (dry): 8

The Rearz Select was quite comfortable during dry wear, though not quite the best on the market. The padding and backsheet are reasonably soft, as are the leak guards. But I did find the landing-zone somewhat stiff. The tapes hold up incredibly well and it doesn’t sag or slip at all. Yet at the same time it’s hard to get a truly snug fit (perhaps a side-effect of the single tape design?). I didn’t find the leg gathers to be the softest and I felt a bit of friction during wear. Moreover, the thick plastic backsheet could make it a struggle for heat dissipation in warm weather, although the thick padding would also reduce the clamminess. If you’re a fan of the Forsite AM/PM or Trest Elite Briefs, then you’ll probably find this diaper similar in terms of comfort.


Comfort Rating (wet): 9

The Rearz Select is somewhat similar to the NorthShore Megamax in terms of wet comfort. I found it to be a little less resistant to surface dampness but still among the better performers. The biggest issue is that it can have a lot of initial pooling before moisture is absorbed into the padding. Interestingly, the padding in this diaper becomes firmer and swells considerably when wet. However, the tapes are incredibly strong and this minimizes the amount of sagging that might otherwise be experienced. I found it continued to have a snug fit when wet and it remained quite comfortable. Perhaps the biggest consideration for wet comfort, like dry comfort, might be for wear in warm weather where I feel this diaper could overheat with its thick padding and particularly thick backsheet.

3.3 Rearz Select Briefs Topsheet and Backsheet

Durability

Dry Padding Deterioration Proportion: 10.1% (topsheet), 8.5% (backsheet)
Shake Deterioration Test: 4 shakes to deterioration


Durability Rating (dry): 9
The Rearz Select proved highly durable in spite of its single tape design. The tape is strong, almost to a fault (it can be tough to remove), but it has a generous amount of space in the landing zone. I found it similar to the NorthShore MegaMax in this regard, however I didn’t have the same issue with it occasionally tearing out bits of the backsheet. Naturally it sits a little loose, but doesn’t loosen up at all with wear and I didn’t notice any sort of sagging. The padding proved highly durable, though not the best on the market, it was still among the top performers with deterioration only really occurring in non-core parts of the padding. Even after extended wear I didn’t notice anything in the way of clumping or tearing in the padding. Even so, this diaper may be a bit bulky for active wear even if it could potentially handle it.


Durability Rating (wet): 9

The Rearz Select has all the features to make for a very durable diaper and wet performance was similar to dry performance. The padding, rather than deteriorating when wet, tends to get firmer and perhaps even more resistant to clumping/tearing when wet. This may be because the swelling solidifies it between the topsheet and backsheet or a property of the actual padding. The tapes are among the strongest I’ve seen in the market, again similar to the NorthShore MegaMax. They simply won’t budge and it keeps the diaper from sagging even when under considerable wet weight.

3.4 Rearz Select Briefs Dry Test Deterioration

Discretion Tests


Profile

Front Rise Above Waistline (Jeans, Sweatpants): 5 cm (2"), 4 cm (1.6")
Back Rise Above Waistline (Jeans, Sweatpants): 5.5 cm (2.2"), 6 cm (2.4")
Side Rise Above Waistline (Jeans, Sweatpants): 6.5 cm (2.6"), 6.5 cm (2.6")

Profile Discretion Rating: 5

The Rearz Select diaper is hardly the most discreet on the market but not quite as obvious as others like the Rearz Barnyard. The front will swell considerably when wet, but when dry it actually sits quite flat and won’t be too hard to hide under looser clothing. However, the rear forms quite a bulge that will be difficult to hide under most clothing. For the level of absorbency provided, you can find far more discreet diapers like the Tena Slip Active Fit Ultima that would be better for out-of-the-house wear.

4.1 Rearz Select Briefs Jeans Profile (left) vs Normal Underwear (right)

4.2 Rearz Select Briefs Sweats Profile (left) vs Normal Underwear (right) 


Noise

Noise Rating: 6

The Rearz Select diaper is hardly the quietest diaper on the market. I found when walking with this diaper the noise wasn’t particularly noticeable but sitting, standing or any other abrupt movement made it quite obvious with a very noticeable crinkling noise. With proper outer wear it could be minimized but it would be tough to completely hide it with the resistance given by the thick padding.

4.3 Rearz Select Briefs Noise Profile

Odor Reduction

Odor Reduction Rating: 8
I found the Rearz Select to be quite good at resisting odors. It has a lot of features that help like a plastic-backsheet and dual waistbands. It also is quite resistant to surface dampness to aid in reducing the formation of odors. I rarely noticed any odors from this diaper and feel it’s among the better performers in this regard. My only hesitation is that it doesn’t have as snug a fit at the legs as some others that could result in the escape of odors.


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Saturday 2 December 2023

Molicare (Lindor) Men 5D Incontinence Pad Review

 *For more information on how I do reviews see Diaper Test Methodology


 

Summary

I’m excited to introduce our first in a series of reviews covering incontinence pads. For this review we evaluate the Molicare (recently renamed to Lindor) Men 5D incontinence pad, which will be followed up by reviews of the Depend for Men, Prevail Male and Tena Men pads. These belong to a sub-category of incontinence pads referred to as “male guards” and are specially designed for preventing leaks from the male anatomy. These pads provide a level of absorbency between the very light level of protection provided by “male shields” and heavier absorbency provided by protective underwear. This being the first formal review I’ve done for such a product, it proved quite interesting as I needed to adapt my usual metricing system designed to assess adult diaper performance. This was particularly challenging for review as my own needs fall between absolute protection for bedwetting at night and very light protection for daily drips and dribbles, whereas this product falls somewhere in between the two. Nevertheless, it’s generally better to have too much protection rather than not enough and I’ve done my best to reflect the needs of those who have moderate daily incontinence. I’d like to give a special thanks to Denis for his suggestion, guidance and donation to support this review!

The Lindor 5D pad sits at the middle of the Molicare line of product absorbency, with the 5D representing 5 drops of absorbency on a scale from 1 to 10 (with 10 being the most absorbent adult diapers). This makes it best suited to moderate incontinence, whereas there are also some lighter absorbency Lindor male guards in the 3~4D range. To account for this sort of pad being of lower target absorbency, I’ve updated the lab test to use smaller absorbency intervals than I do with adult diapers. For these products wettings are measured at 50 ml (1.7 oz) intervals rather than the 250 ml (8.4 oz) used for testing adult diapers. I’ve also updated the absorbency scoring and discretion systems to give two ratings: one reflective of the abilities expected for Male guards and the other an absolute rating to frame them against other adult diaper reviews. Otherwise, I’ve tried to keep the format as similar as possible to the standard diaper reviews for easier comparison.


Key Features:

  • Cloth backsheet
  • Inner leak barriers
  • Adhesive tape fastener down the middle

Pros:

  • High absorbency for male guard
  • Soft comfortable material
  • Great resistance to surface dampness
  • Very effective leak guards

Cons:

  • Won’t work for bowel incontinence
  • A little bulky for light incontinence

Product Details

The Molicare (Lindor) Men 5D comes in a one-size fits all. Consequently no other sizes are listed here and this review should be universally applicable for the product line.


Packaging

Brand: Lindor (Molicare)
Manufacturer: PAUL-HARTMANN AG
Origin: Germany
Units Per Bag: 14
Cost Per Unit: $$
Dimensions (L x W x H): 20 cm (7.9") x 10 cm (3.9") x 14 cm (5.5")
Weight: 0.48 kg (1.1 lbs)
Advertised Absorbency: Super


1.1 Lindor Men 5D Pad Packaging

Pad

Backsheet: Cloth-like (non-woven)
Wetness Indicator: No
Standing Inner Leak Guards: Yes
Leg Gathers: No
Product Style: Male Guard
Refastenable Tabs: No
Number of Tapes: 1
Repositionable Tabs: No
Outer Color: White
Inner Color: White
Folded Thickness: 1.6 cm (0.63")
Folded Length: 10 cm (3.9")
Dry Weight: 55 g (1.9 oz)
Fragrance: No
Pad Dimensions (L x fW x mW x bW): 34.5 cm (13.6") x 18 cm (7.1") x 11.5 cm (4.5") x 11.5 cm (4.5")
Wing Shape (Front, Rear): Rectangular, None
Padding Dimensions (L x fW x mW x bW): 30 cm (11.8") x 15 cm (5.9") x 9 cm (3.5") x 9 cm (3.5")
Padding Wing Dimensions (fPW x fPH x bPW x bPH): 3 cm (1.2") x 18 cm (7.1") x 0 cm (0") x 0 cm (0")
Padding Wing Shape (Front, Rear): Rectangular, None
Total Padding Area: 378cm2 (58.6 in2)
Tape (W x L): 3 cm (1.2") x 25 cm (9.8")


1.2 Lindor Men 5D Pad


Laboratory Absorbency Tests

Total Absorption Volume (after press out): 345 ml (12.2 oz)
Total Absorption Volume (before press out): 370 ml (13.1 oz)
Time to Absorb Wettings (first to last): (15 s, 13 s, 15 s, 20 s, 17 s, 27 s, 26 s, 30 s)
Wet Folded Thickness: 4 cm (1.6")
Used to Total Padding Ratio: 94%
Total Padding to Absorbency Ratio: 0.91 ml / cm2 (0.21 oz / in2)
Press Out Volume: 25 ml (0.88 oz)

Surface Dampness Rating: 10

As far as male guards go, this pad is top notch when it comes to resistance against surface dampness. During the lab test it didn’t demonstrate any significant surface dampness until the 4~5th light-wetting and even then there wasn’t much. The topsheet seems specially designed to resist such dampness. I can confirm this from real world testing, where I never noticed surface dampness even when it was quite near capacity.



2.1 Wet vs Dry Pad After Capacity Test

 

2.2 Used vs Unused Padding After Capacity Test

"Real World" Absorbency Tests

Posture Tests


Standing-Sitting

Total Absorbed Volume: 320 ml (11.3 oz)
Total Wettings: (1 standing)
Leaked After Sitting: Yes
Used to Total Padding Ratio: 100%
Padding to Absorbency Score: 0.85 ml / cm2 (0.19 oz / in2)

Standing-Sitting Rating: 2 (Male Guard Adjusted: 10)
To get a rough idea of the maximum capacity before leakage the Lindor 5D pad was pushed to the point of leakage with a regular wetting while standing. To make the test a little more reasonable it was combined with the Carer M67 underwear to assess feasibility with combined protection. During the wetting, moisture was quickly and effectively distributed through the padding right up to the point it reached capacity. Once at capacity it pooled and leaked out the sides, with most of it directed around the protective underwear’s padding. This consequently led to a moderate leak. Even so, this test was well beyond the standard use case for male guards, where they may be expected to absorb drips and dribbles to perhaps moderate voids. The overall absorbency well exceeded my expectations, very nearly absorbing a full wetting. If you suffer from light drips and dribbles I can confidently say this pad won’t leak during daily wear even after an extended amount of time. Even with moderate or continuous drips and dribbles I imagine it will be good for at least 6~8 hours.


Lying Down

Total Absorbed Volume: 195 ml (6.9 oz)
Total Wettings: 1
Used to Total Padding Ratio: 89%
Padding to Absorbency Score: 0.52 ml / cm2 (0.12 oz / in2)

Lying Down Rating: 1 (Male Guard Adjusted: 9)

To assess the maximum capacity while lying down the Lindor 5D pad was again pushed to the point of leakage with a regular wetting while lying down. This was again done in combination with the Carer M67 to assist in containing leakage and assess feasibility with combined protection. During the wetting, moisture quickly flowed through the upper padding and then out the sides where it leaked from the protective underwear. Because the flow was nearly horizontal and the 5D padding was so wide, it didn’t reach the outer underwear padding so it leaked right away. Had the moisture been directed more toward the bottom of the padding the underwear may have caught it. In the end, there was actually a bit of dry padding at the bottom of the pad. This meant less overall absorbency than there was when tested while standing. That may be less of a problem with light or moderate wettings, though this pad is clearly at its best when worn for daily wear rather than overnight wear (the thinner padding at the bottom makes that clear).

2.3 Pattern of Used vs Unused Padding Test Stand/Sit (right) Lying Down (left)


Daily Wear and Bedwetting

I was quite impressed with the Lindor 5D during my testing. Like other incontinence pads, this product must be placed within the wearer’s underwear and will not provide stand-alone protection. Admittedly, the level of absorbency provided by this pad was much more than I’d typically need in daily wear, which is typically just lighter drips and dribbles. However, I pushed it to its limits during testing and also found it quite helpful when worn for some very long days of travel. Male guards are not designed for bedwetting so I couldn’t effectively test it in that case, but I imagine if you suffer from minor leaks in your sleep it could be sufficient. The primary issue you’ll deal with in overnight wear is that the padding narrows toward the bottom of the padding where gravity will normally direct moisture and there’s no protection at all at the rear. In terms of daily wear, this pad has absorbency on par or better than many categories of protective underwear, consistently approaching 300 ml (10.1 oz) before leakage would be a concern. It has a unique design among the male guards I’ve seen, with the padding fitting the contours of the wearer’s legs and inner leak guards that form a pouch around the male anatomy. This makes it particularly good at preventing the sort of leaks that happen due to shifting underwear and drips making it around the padding. This pad also has a very comfortable design, with a cloth-like backsheet that doesn’t cause any irritation when in contact with the skin and very soft padding and leak guards. It will feel a bit bulky, but I found the softness makes up for that and I could wear it for an extended length of time between changes (also a side-effect of its impressive absorbency). Perhaps the main thing to watch out for with this pad would be when sliding your underwear up and down to use the toilet. If you’re not careful the top of the padding can catch on your skin and fold inward when you re-apply your underwear. This is easy enough to avoid, but may be a bit awkward when you’re in a rush. Otherwise, it holds to the underwear very well and I never had issues with it slipping or coming loose, even during very active wear. I feel this pad is best suited for those with light-to-moderate daily leakage. It feels particularly well suited for men with moderate stress or overflow incontinence. Those with only minor leakage will likely find it a bit bulky for their needs, but if you’ve had issues with leaks from other male guards like Depend, Prevail or Tena I’d highly recommend giving this pad a try.


Suitability for Bowel Incontinence: 0 (N/A)

This product is not designed for use with bowel incontinence.


Wear & Tear Tests


Fitting

The Lindor 5D pad has a unique shape unlike most other male guards on the market (others tend to be either triangular or rectangular in shape). This pad has contours that somewhat reflect half of a diaper. The pad has wide, well-defined wings that cover the crotch and narrowing padding at the bottom where the pad sits between the legs. Also, while this pad doesn’t have leg gathers, it has unusually tall inner leak guards, which form something of a pouch for the male anatomy. The leak guards cover nearly all the padding when the pad is unfolded. Moreover, there is a cloth-like backsheet on this pad with a narrow strip of adhesive tape material that runs down the middle to be fastened onto the wearer’s underwear.

3.1 Lindor Men 5D Fastener

Ease-of-Use Rating: 9

The Lindor 5D pad is quite user friendly, as is the case for most male guards. This pad must be worn in combination with regular underwear or meshpants so its relatively large size could make it a bit more challenging to apply quickly than smaller, less absorbent male guards. The folded size is also larger than most others, which could make it more challenging to change discreetly when out. This is the primary reason I refrained from giving it a perfect score for ease-of-use. Otherwise, this pad is easy to apply. You simply remove the taped strip from the middle and apply it to the front of your underwear with the widest portion in the direction of the waist. You do need to use some care to ensure the male anatomy is positioned between the leak guards rather than above them. The shape of the pad makes this positioning easier as the leak guards open up a bit when it’s folded into underwear. It’s highly durable and I never had issues with it coming loose during wear. Likewise, it’s easy to remove when it’s time to be changed. Also, like other male guards, this pad should only be worn with snug fitting underwear and will not be effective with loose boxers.

3.2 Lindor Men 5D Pad Fit

Comfort


Comfort Rating (dry): 10

The Lindor 5D gets top marks when it comes to dry comfort. This pad has a soft cloth-like backsheet that doesn’t cause any irritation when in contact with the skin. Moreover, the topsheet padding is among the softest I’ve experienced, considerably more than the others like the Depend Male Guards. Likewise, the leak guards are very soft and the pouch they form doesn’t cause any discomfort. The padding is highly durable and I never noticed clumping or tearing during wear. In spite of its relative thickness, it’s also highly breathable and great for heat dissipation. You may notice the bulk a bit with this pad, but I don’t feel that detracts from its comfort.


Comfort Rating (wet): 10

The Lindor 5D performed equally well when it comes to wet comfort compared to dry comfort. I really couldn’t tell the difference between the pad when it was wet compared to its dry state. In its wet state the pad retained its form without noticeable deterioration, while the tape continued its grip without slipping. Surface dampness and pressout were pretty much non-existent. For its level of absorbance I feel this is about as good as you can get for such comfort.

3.3 Lindor Men 5D Topsheet and Backsheet

Durability

Dry Padding Deterioration Proportion: 3.8% (topsheet), 1.9% (backsheet)
Shake Deterioration Test: 3 shakes to deterioration


Durability Rating (dry): 10
The Lindor 5D gets top marks for dry durability. After wear for an extended amount of time including active wear and exercise this pad had only very minor deterioration at the edges, nothing that would affect its absorbency. I was also impressed with how well the tape adhered to my underwear during wear and didn’t have issues with it shifting. Part of this may be due to its sheer size, which assisted in keeping it anchored in place without shifting. After extensive testing I really can’t fault this pad when it comes to dry durability and thus give it top marks.


Durability Rating (wet): 9

Per wet durability, I noticed only slightly more padding deterioration compared to the dry state. There wasn’t any clumping or tearing but the padding had some minor loosening. Even so, it still held well in place, and the backsheet showed no signs of perspiration, which happens in some cloth-backed products. Also, while not a huge concern for practical use, it gave out relatively quickly in the wet shake test. For practical purposes, I feel this pad is incredibly durable when wet and you’re unlikely to have any associated issues so I certainly rank this among the top performers in this regard.

3.4 Lindor Men 5D Dry Test Deterioration

Discretion Tests


Profile

Profile Discretion Rating: 9 (Male Guard Adjusted: 6)

The Lindor 5D pad provides a high level of overall discretion, though it’s rather thick for a male guard. For the most part I found it could be worn discreetly but will create a bit of a bulge at the crotch if worn under tighter clothing. Compared with adult diapers reviewed so far this would put it up near the top for discretion. However, for male guards I feel there are more discreet, albeit less absorbent options.

4.1 Lindor Men 5D Jeans Profile (left) vs Normal Underwear (right)

4.2 Lindor Men 5D Sweats Profile (left) vs Normal Underwear (right) 


Noise

Noise Rating: 10

The Lindor 5D is pretty much completely silent. I never noticed a hint of noise while wearing this pad. Its soft, flexible padding and backsheet doesn’t create resistance and it fits snugly in the wearer’s underwear. I don’t think you could do any better than this for noise reduction.

4.3 Lindor Men 5D Noise Profile

Odor Reduction

Odor Reduction Rating: 10
For its level of absorption this pad comes out on top when it comes to odor reduction. First, it’s highly resistant to surface dampness compared to other male guards. This aids in reducing the formation of odors. But it also features specialized leak guards that form an additional barrier, or pouch, to help with containment. I don’t think you’ll find a male guard better at containing odors than the Lindor 5D.


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