Goodnites Girls XL Protective Underwear Review (3 generation comparison)

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

 

Summary

As the second part of the two part Goodnites XL review, we’ll be looking at three versions of the Goodnites Girls XL. This is a side-effect of delays in the review as the product went through three iterations from 2020 through 2023 with the earlier version being a combination of large/x-large sizes (L/XL) and XL, while the latest is referred to as the Quicksorb XL. The first review covered the Goodnites Boys XL and contains more information about the evolution of this product. For those who aren’t familiar, the Goodnites XL product line is a protective underwear targeting bedwetters. What’s interesting about this product is that while most bedwetting protective underwear are targeted at youths, the Goodnites XL will actually fit at the lower end of the range for adult wear. Notably, the Goodnites XL is a gendered product with different versions for male and female wearers. At first glance, the only obvious difference is that the Goodnites Boys XL has blue textured patterns while the Goodnites Girls XL has purple/pink textured patterns. However, they advertise the product as having gender targeted protection with padding that aligns best to male/female needs.

In honesty I wasn’t expecting a substantial difference between the Goodnites XL boys and girls but there were some notable functional differences. When stretched out beside each other the padding appears to be the same length. But when folded, the padding on the boys version stretches much further up the front, nearly to the waistband, while the girls version stops several centimeters short of the waistband. The girls version does appear to run slightly further up the back but nowhere near as much as the boys extends up the front. This lines up with a minor difference in unit weight between the two products, with the boys version weighing slightly more than the girls version. That would appear to support the boys version being a little more absorbent than the girls version. Moreover, the Goodnites XL has a smaller rectangular shaped area of padding within the broader padding that has a slightly different topsheet texture and thickness; this is what the company refers to as its targeted protection. In the boys version this rectangular padding sits further up the front while the girls version sits lower. Whether it makes much difference in actual performance is hard to say since Goodnites absorbency is quite low and will generally absorb a single wetting at most; it's also quite susceptible to pressout moisture. I highly recommend you combine the Goodnites XL with a small booster like the Attends booster pads, which will substantially improve its reliability. The advantage of the Goodnites Girls XL is that they are often offered at a discounted unit rate, but given the choice between the Goodnites Girls XL and Goodnites Boys XL at the same price point I feel the boys provide better value given the additional padding.

Key Features:

• Cloth-like backsheet
• Purple/pink patterns on backsheet
• Two Backsheet Designs
  
• Standing inner leak barriers
  
• Gap-free fit (*latest version)
• Quicksorb technology (*latest version)
  

Pros:

• Comfortable and breathable
  
• Highly flexible/durable
• Widely available in stores with regular sales
  
• May be less embarrassing to buy compared with adult products
  

Cons:

• Thin mid/rear padding, susceptible to pressout leaks
• Max sizing of 64 kg / 140 lbs
  
• Low absorbency
  

Product Details

For the purpose of this post I will be reviewing and referring to the large/x-large, x-large-sizes Goodnites Girls Protective Underwear. However, other available sizes are listed below:

Packaging

Brand: Goodnites
Manufacturer: Kimberly-Clark Corp
Origin: USA
Units Per Bag: 9 (28 box or 63 - box of 3 bags)
Cost Per Unit: $
Dimensions - L/XL 11 (L x W x H): 15 cm (5.9") x 11 cm (4.3") x 26 cm (10.2")
Dimensions - XL 9 (L x W x H): 14 cm (5.5") x 11 cm (4.3") x 28 cm (11")
Dimensions - XL 28 (L x W x H): 30 cm (5.5") x 25 cm (9.8") x 19 cm (7.4")
Dimensions - XL 63 (L x W x H): 37 cm (14.6") x 26 cm (10.2") x 30 cm (11.8")
Dimensions - XL 14 (L x W x H): 18 cm (7.1") x 10 cm (3.9") x 29 cm (11.4")
Dimensions - XL 21 (L x W x H): 25 cm (9.8") x 10 cm (3.9") x 28.5 cm (11.2")
Dimensions - XL Quicksorb 9 (L x W x H): 13 cm (5.1") x 11 cm (4.3") x 30 cm (11.8")
Dimensions - XL Quicksorb 28 (L x W x H): 32 cm (12.6") x 27.5 cm (10.8") x 19 cm (7.4")
Dimensions - XL Quicksorb 63 (L x W x H): 38 cm (14.9") x 25 cm (9.8") x 31.5 cm (12.4")
Dimensions - XL Quicksorb 14 (L x W x H): 18 cm (7.1") x 11 cm (4.3") x 29 cm (11.4")
Dimensions - XL Quicksorb 21 (L x W x H): 25 cm (9.8") x 11 cm (4.3") x 29.5 cm (11.6")
Weight L/XL 11: 0.60 kg (1.32 lbs)
Weight XL 9: 0.50 kg (1.10 lbs)
Weight XL 28: 1.78 kg (3.92 lbs)
Weight XL 63: 3.68 kg (8.11 lbs)
Weight XL 14: 0.75 kg (1.65 lbs)
Weight XL 21: 1.13 kg (2.49 lbs)
Weight XL Quicksorb 9: 0.49 kg (1.08 lbs)
Weight XL Quicksorb 28: 1.78 kg (3.92 lbs)
Weight XL Quicksorb 63: 3.68 kg (8.11 lbs)
Weight XL Quicksorb 14: 0.73 kg (1.61 lbs)
Weight XL Quicksorb 21: 1.08 kg (2.38 lbs)
Available Sizes: XS,S,L,XL
Advertised Absorbency: 3 Water Bottles (24 oz /710 ml)

1.1 Goodnites Girls XL Quicksorb 9 Count Packaging

1.2 Goodnites Girls XL Quicksorb 28 Count Packaging

1.3 Goodnites Girls XL Quicksorb 63 Count Packaging

1.4 Goodnites Girls XL Quicksorb 14 Count Packaging

1.5 Goodnites Girls XL Quicksorb 21 Count Packaging

1.6 Goodnites Girls XL 9 Count Packaging

1.7 Goodnites Girls XL 28 Count Packaging

1.8 Goodnites Girls XL 63 Count Packaging

1.9 Goodnites Girls XL 14 Count Packaging

1.10 Goodnites Girls XL 21 Count Packaging

1.11 Goodnites Girls L/XL 9 Count Packaging

Protective Underwear

Backsheet: Cloth-like (non-woven)
Wetness Indicator: No
Standing Inner Leak Guards: Yes
Leg Gathers: Yes
Product Style: Protective Underwear
Refastenable Tabs: No
Number of Tapes: N/A
Repositionable Tabs: No
Outer Color (L/XL): White (pink/purple cupcakes / scattered stars designs with purple sides)
Inner Color (L/XL): White (purple sides)
Outer Color (XL): White (purple/pink/light blue floral / stripes designs with purple sides)
Inner Color (XL): White (purple sides)
Outer Color (XL Quicksorb): White (pink/purple floral / stripes designs)
Inner Color (XL Quicksorb): White (purple sides and blue leak guards)
Front Waistband: Yes
Rear Waistband: Yes
Folded Thickness (L/XL): 1.60 cm (0.63")
Folded Thickness (XL): 1.40 cm (0.55")
Folded Thickness (XL Quicksorb): 1.40 cm (0.55")
Folded Length (L/XL): 26.5 cm (10.4")
Folded Length (XL): 29 cm (11.4")
Folded Length (XL Quicksorb): 29 cm (11.4")
Dry Weight (L/XL): 58 g (2.05 oz)
Dry Weight (XL): 55 g (1.94 oz)
Dry Weight (XL Quicksorb): 55 g (1.94 oz)
Fragrance: No
Underwear Dimensions L/XL (L x fW x mW x bW): 57 cm (22.4") x 28 cm (11") x 17 cm (6.7") x 29 cm (11.4")
Underwear Dimensions XL (L x fW x mW x bW): 60 cm (23.6") x 29 cm (11.4") x 17 cm (6.7") x 33 cm (13")
Underwear Dimensions XL Quicksorb (L x fW x mW x bW): 60 cm (23.6") x 29 cm (11.4") x 18 cm (7.1") x 33 cm (13")
Wing Shape (Front, Rear): Connected, Connected
Padding Dimensions L/XL (L x fW x mW x bW): 48 cm (18.9") x 11 cm (4.3") x 7 cm (2.8") x 9 cm (3.5")
Padding Dimensions XL (L x fW x mW x bW): 47 cm (18.5") x 10 cm (3.9") x 8 cm (3.2") x 9 cm (3.5")
Padding Dimensions XL Quicksorb (L x fW x mW x bW): 48 cm (18.9") x 11 cm (4.3") x 8 cm (3.2") x 10 cm (3.9")
Padding Wing Dimensions L/XL (fPW x fPH x bPW x bPH): 2.0 cm (0.8") x 12 cm (4.7") x 1 cm (0.4") x 12 cm (4.7")
Padding Wing Dimensions XL (fPW x fPH x bPW x bPH): 1 cm (0.4") x 14 cm (5.5") x 0.5 cm (0.2") x 13 cm (5.1")
Padding Wing Dimensions XL Quicksorb (fPW x fPH x bPW x bPH): 1.5 cm (0.6") x 12 cm (4.7") x 1 cm (0.4") x 12 cm (4.7")
Padding Wing Shape (Front, Rear): Rectangular, Rectangular
Total Padding Area L/XL: 408 cm² (63.2 in²)
Total Padding Area XL: 417 cm² (64.6 in²)
Total Padding Area XL Quicksorb: 444 cm² (68.8 in²)

1.12 Goodnites Girls XL Quicksorb Protective Underwear

1.13 Goodnites Girls XL Protective Underwear

1.14 Goodnites Girls L/XL Protective Underwear

Laboratory Absorbency Tests

Total Absorption Volume L/XL (after press out): 467 ml (16.5 oz)
Total Absorption Volume XL (after press out): 480 ml (16.9 oz)
Total Absorption Volume XL Quicksorb (after press out): 465 ml (16.4 oz)
Total Absorption Volume L/XL (before press out): 492 ml (17.4 oz)
Total Absorption Volume XL (before press out): 485 ml (17.1 oz)
Total Absorption Volume XL Quicksorb (before press out): 470 ml (16.6 oz)
Time to Absorb Wettings L/XL (first to last): (54 s, 45 s)
Time to Absorb Wettings XL (first to last): (51 s, 41 s)
Time to Absorb Wettings XL Quicksorb (first to last): (34 s, 44 s)
Wet Folded Thickness L/XL: 3 cm (1.2")
Wet Folded Thickness XL: 3.5 cm (1.4")
Wet Folded Thickness XL Quicksorb: 4 cm (1.6")
Used to Total Padding Ratio L/XL: 90%
Used to Total Padding Ratio XL: 95%
Used to Total Padding Ratio XL Quicksorb: 100%
Total Padding to Absorbency Ratio L/XL: 1.14 ml / cm² (0.26 oz / in²)
Total Padding to Absorbency Ratio XL: 1.15 ml / cm² (0.26 oz / in²)
Total Padding to Absorbency Ratio XL Quicksorb: 1.05 ml / cm² (0.24 oz / in²)
Press Out Volume L/XL: 25 ml (0.88 oz)
Press Out Volume XL: 5 ml (0.18 oz)
Press Out Volume XL Quicksorb: 5 ml (0.18 oz)

Surface Dampness Rating: 5

The Goodnites Girls XL closely matched the boys version when it came to handling surface dampness. Both performed surprisingly well for a product with such a low overall absorbency. During the lab test, none of these Goodnites products demonstrated any significant surface dampness on the first wetting though I noticed it a bit more on the second wetting than in the boys version. Once again, the biggest downside to this product is more noticeable in real world testing where any moisture that makes it to the rear padding is highly susceptible to pressout moisture. Overall, performance in the Goodnites girls version was slightly worse than the boys and thus the lower scoring.

2.1 Wet vs Dry Protective Underwear After Capacity Test

2.2 Used vs Unused Padding After Capacity Test (XL Quicksorb,XL,L/XL)

"Real World" Absorbency Tests

Posture Tests

Standing-Sitting

Total Absorbed Volume L/XL: 367 ml (13 oz)
Total Absorbed Volume XL: 420 ml (14.8 oz)
Total Absorbed Volume XL Quicksorb: 495 ml (17.5 oz)
Total Wettings: (1 standing)
Leaked After Sitting: Yes
Used to Total Padding Ratio L/XL: 81%
Used to Total Padding Ratio XL: 99%
Used to Total Padding Ratio XL Quicksorb: 100%
Padding to Absorbency Score L/XL: 0.90 ml / cm² (0.20 oz / in²)
Padding to Absorbency Score XL: 1.01 ml / cm² (0.23 oz / in²)
Padding to Absorbency Score XL Quicksorb: 1.11 ml / cm² (0.25 oz / in²)

Standing-Sitting Rating: 2
I figured the Goodnites Girls L/XL would leak on the first wetting while standing, given its fit. However, it actually absorbed everything without leakage and there was just some dampness near the leak guards. The front padding quickly became moist and there was substantial pooling in the mid padding. It was clearly going to leak upon sitting and indeed it leaked right away, though there was still a lot of unused padding at the rear. On the second generation test, the Goodnites XL absorbed the full wetting while standing without signs of leakage. Initially there was considerable pooling and I felt it was probably going to leak. However, eventually it dissipated through the padding and wasn’t particularly noticeable. Yet upon sitting it leaked immediately and the pressout was obvious. The mid-section padding had become saturated so there was a substantial leak through the rear leg gathers. On the third generation test with the Goodnites Quicksorb there was no leakage while standing in spite of a substantial wetting. Initially there was a lot of pooling but it subsided and spread through the padding within a few minutes. However, it was clear that the mid-section and rear padding had hit saturation. Upon sitting shortly afterward there was a leak through the rear leg gathers almost immediately. It still felt comfortable and breathable, yet the leak would easily be noticed. So like the other Goodnites products I don’t think this one would be a good choice for daily wear outside of those who only have light-moderate leakage. I suspect the biggest factor in less effective daily access is the very narrow padding in the mid-section/rear, which makes it highly susceptible to saturation and pressout.

Lying Down

Total Absorbed Volume L/XL: 417 ml (14.7 oz)
Total Absorbed Volume XL: 545 ml (19.2 oz)
Total Absorbed Volume XL Quicksorb: 370 ml (13.1 oz)
Total Wettings (L/XL,XL Quicksorb): 1
Total Wettings XL: 2
Used to Total Padding Ratio L/XL: 80%
Used to Total Padding Ratio XL: 88%
Used to Total Padding Ratio XL Quicksorb: 98%
Padding to Absorbency Score L/XL: 1.02 ml / cm² (0.23 oz / in²)
Padding to Absorbency Score XL: 1.31 ml / cm² (0.30 oz / in²)
Padding to Absorbency Score XL Quicksorb: 0.83 ml / cm² (0.19 oz / in²)

Lying Down Rating: 3 (2 for L/XL)

The Goodnites Girls L/XL leaked soon into the first wetting while lying down with moisture pooling up in the front and exiting through the front leak guards into the wings. This resulted in a substantial leak below the rear as it wicked backward. There was still a bit of unused padding at the rear but I suspect the tightness of the underwear blocked effective wicking toward the rear padding. I wouldn’t expect this underwear to hold a full wetting for anyone outside of the smaller range of the product. On the second generation test, the Goodnites Girls XL managed the first wetting without leaking (just barely). Initially there was considerable pooling, particularly toward the rear, as moisture worked its way backward. Surprisingly nothing entered the front wings and there was still even a little bit of dry front padding. I figured it was going to leak but eventually the moisture settled and I didn’t notice any leaks from the barriers. That said, the padding felt fairly damp and was likely quite susceptible to pressout at this point. The second wetting was clearly going to leak and I encountered a substantial leak shortly into it. Interestingly there was still a bit of dry padding up the front, but the remainder was completely saturated and quite squishy. It was clear that the Goodnites Girls XL only really had capacity for a single wetting and I wouldn’t expect it to do better than that. What’s surprising is that it performed a little better than the equivalent boys product, but that may just be circumstantial. On the third generation test with the Goodnites Quicksorb there was some minor leakage on the first wetting, albeit not enough to reach any underlying bedding. Initially moisture pushed up the front and mid-section and before it was able to be absorbed in the front some made it under the leak guards and into the sides. This resulted in the fabric-like material in the front sides becoming damp. There was no leakage in the mid or rear leak guards so otherwise it appeared dry but I stopped the test at that because it was largely saturated and clearly couldn’t take anymore. In this way it wasn’t nearly as performant as the Goodnites Boys XL and I was surprised that it didn’t do quite as well as the previous generation either, though that could be due to the test conditions. It certainly performed much better than the Goodnites L/XL so overall I’d say this protective underwear is trending the right direction but it’s still not fool-proof when it comes to leaks while lying down.

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

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

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

Daily Wear and Bedwetting

The Goodnites Girls XL has a nearly identical design to the Goodnites Boys XL so I had a pretty good idea of what to expect when going in with testing. The absorbency of both falls well short of what you’d get from many adult diapers (something like the Molicare Premium Elastic 10D will perform better with similar sizing), but is still within a range that it can work for a single wetting. The sizing is also a limiting factor, making it only suitable for smaller adults or youths. The marketing clearly targets bedwetting and based on my experience that lines up with reality, as the standalone absorbency may handle a single wetting but it’s almost guaranteed to leak with pressout moisture if you sit down afterward. Whereas with bedwetting you’ll be lying down and the lower concentrated pressure on the padding makes it less likely to leak. Like the Goodnites boys version, the girls version has two different patterns across each recent iteration. In terms of comfort the latest Quicksorb iteration came out on top; however, in terms of absorbency, both the regular XL and XL Quicksorb demonstrated little difference, with the previous version possibly performing slightly better. Unlike the L/XL, neither of the XL versions felt tight for me, even being near the top of the suggested weight range. I found the moisture distribution to be better in the boys Quicksorb version than any other tested so far but I’m not sure why the previous version of the girls XL worked better; perhaps it just came down to the batch. What’s more, I noticed the inner leak guard in the previous girls version was lower (2.5 cm, 1”) vs the Quicksorb version (3 cm, 1.2”), which makes that finding even stranger. I took some measurements and the girls “targeted” padding starts at about 9.5 cm (3.7”) from the front of the regular padding and has a length of around 22 cm (8.7”) whereas the boys “targeted” padding starts at 4 cm (1.6”) from the front of the regular padding and has a length of around 26 cm (10.2”). This goes some way to explaining the better performance in the boys product though I still feel the difference is only subtle. Another notable aspect of this underwear is that both the boys and girls Quicksorb versions have a small white rectangular area without a backsheet pattern in the front. I’m unsure of the significance of it, but it’s interesting that it appears on each of them. In terms of realistic performance, I found this protective underwear could only truly be relied on when in combination with a small booster pad. Of course the economics of adding the booster pad counter the unit discount you get on using a cheaper base product so unless you can find a cheap effective booster you’re again better off going with a more absorbent diaper. In my own experience I found that placing an Attends booster from the middle up the rear padding was actually a highly reliable way to have it absorb at least one wetting. Moreover, with this combination it could even work for daily wear as I never noticed any leaks when sitting down in the morning after a bedwetting episode or when I actually tested it for daily wear. My only complaint in that case was that the booster pad pressed the underwear down a little, which given its already low rise detracted a bit from its comfort. If the Goodnites XL had a slightly higher rise it would probably feel perfect with the booster combo. In any case, I’d ended up with a large amount of this underwear and discovering the booster combo solution was about the only way I could get it to work consistently for my bedwetting needs.

Suitability for Bowel Incontinence: 4

The Goodnites XL isn’t particularly well suited for bowel incontinence. This goes just as much for the girls version as the boys version. It could possibly work for light/moderate bowel incontinence because it has decent leg gathers and inner leak guards. The downside to this product is that as a protective underwear it will be more challenging to change without making a mess. The breathability of the Goodnites also works against it as it’s more likely to release odors than you’d get from a plastic-backed diaper. I’d also say the low rise can be a hindrance in terms of coverage. Once again, there are certainly better products on the market for dealing with this condition.

Wear & Tear Tests

Fitting

The Goodnites Girls XL is a protective underwear with flexible closed sides and rectangular absorbent padding down the middle. The fit is just like regular underwear and nearly identical to the Goodnites Boys XL protective underwear. Interestingly, there are some notable differences between the Goodnites Boys and Girls underwear beyond the obvious exterior designs (the boys having blue patterns vs purple/pink patterns on the girls). For one, the padding in the girls underwear is notably shorter in its folded state with a length of 23 cm (9.1”) in the Quicksorb girls vs 27 cm (10.6”) in the Quicksorb boys up the front and 20 cm (7.9”) in the Quicksorb girls vs 19.5 cm (7.7”) in the Quicksorb boys up the back. The 3.5 cm (1.4”) difference in folded padding comes in spite of the padding length otherwise appearing identical when laid out flat and might explain why the Goodnites Boys XL product is slightly heavier. Similar to the boys, the wings in this underwear come together to form a prominent seam. The wing material is also very strong and highly flexible and can be stretched multiple times its unstretched length, though eventually it will lose some of its elasticity. Moreover, it has front and rear waistbands, which further aid its stretchiness. Also, like the boys version, this underwear has a very low rise that will not reach the waistband of most outerwear. This appears to be intentional to assist its discretion, though if used with a booster this can make the rise feel a bit too low and distract from its comfort. That said, the Goodnites XL Quicksorb version did introduce a better overall fit than previous versions.

3.1 Goodnites Boys Fastener (XL Quicksorb,XL,L/XL)

Ease-of-Use Rating: 8 (7 for L/XL)

The Goodnites Girls XL is pretty much identical to the Goodnites Boys XL when it comes to ease-of-use. Both products are protective underwear and can be worn just as you would regular underwear by pulling it up or down to change. This underwear is highly flexible and there’s no need to adjust it because it will wrap to your body if you’re in the suggested size range. However, being a protective underwear they both won’t be as useful as a diaper would be for people who are bedridden or have a disability that interferes with sliding the product up/down. This underwear also lacks a wetness indicator, which would hinder its usage in a care environment. In any case, these deficiencies do make some sense when you consider the product targets bedwetting rather than general incontinence. It’s also true that the Goodnites team has made significant improvements to the product with progressive iterations and the latest iteration with the “gap-free” fit has a design that I found to be more forgiving in terms of sizing. The granularity of sizing puts it well ahead of competitor products like Ninjamas, which are highly limited in that regard. The only deficiency when it comes to getting a snug fit that I noticed was that the low rise can detract from comfort and make it more prone to feel like it's sagging and needs to be pulled up even when its not (more obvious when wet or combined with a booster pad - something I consider essential if you want to avoid leaks). However, that deficiency is less a concern when worn overnight so maybe it’s not a big deal.

3.2 Goodnites Girls Fit (XL Quicksorb, XL, L/XL)

 

Comfort

Comfort Rating (dry): 9 (8/7 for previous generations)

There should be no surprise that the Goodnites Girls XL is almost identical to the Goodnites Boys XL when it comes to comfort. Moreover, the migration from 3 product sizes (XS,S/M,L/XL) to 4 sizes (XS,S/M,L,XL) gives both XL versions an edge over the prior L/XL generation with less accommodating size ranges. Once again, the Quicksorb product has also proven an improvement in comfort with a softer and more form-fitting (gap-free) fit. The inner leak guards and leg gathers in the Quicksorb form a nice, friction-free fit. As was the case in the boys version, the padding is quite durable and I’ve never noticed much clumping or tearing when wearing this underwear. It’s also a highly breathable product that will do well even in hot conditions because it quickly dissipates heat. Though again, like the Goodnites Boys XL, the primary deficiencies are the rather narrow padding in the mid-section in spite of having its “targeted” absorbent padding being more aligned with the mid-section and the relatively low rise, which I feel could benefit from at least a few centimeters increase and still would be just as discreet. Again, that last concern is particularly relevant when wet and weighted down or worn in combination with a booster pad. In terms of differences between the Goodnites Girls XL and Goodnites XL Boys that may affect comfort, I only noticed two. First, the boys version had a higher padding rise up the front, which in my opinion gives it a slight edge in comfort (though not enough I felt it warranted a higher point score). The only other difference I noticed was in the L/XL versions where the side material on the girls was a less porous and slightly less flexible material compared to the boys version. I’d also say that makes the girls L/XL a little less comfortable than the boys, but considering the material on every other version has the improved flexibility I didn’t consider it critical to scoring.

Comfort Rating (wet): 7 (6 for previous generations)

The Goodnites Girls XL matches the Goodnites Boys XL when it comes to wet comfort with rear surface dampness and sagging tendency being the biggest drawbacks. The third generation Quicksorb version has a slight edge for its faster wicking ability and better moisture distribution. Otherwise, the highly breathable backsheet reduces any sensation of clamminess. The padding also remains highly resilient even when wet and I never had much issue with padding clumping or tearing in this state. I again, feel this underwear could benefit from a slightly higher profile to counter any sagging.

3.3 Goodnites Girls XL Quicksorb Topsheet and Backsheet

3.4 Goodnites Girls XL Topsheet and Backsheet

3.5 Goodnites Girls L/XL Topsheet and Backsheet

Durability

Dry Padding Deterioration Proportion L/XL: 12% (topsheet), 16% (backsheet)
Dry Padding Deterioration Proportion XL: 7.4% (topsheet), 8.8% (backsheet)
Dry Padding Deterioration Proportion XL Quicksorb: 7.2% (topsheet), 12.8% (backsheet)
Shake Deterioration Test: 3 (L/XL,XL Quicksorb), 5 (XL) shakes to deterioration

Durability Rating (dry): 9 (8 for the L/XL)
The Goodnites Girls XL demonstrated a high degree of durability during testing, matching what was seen in the Goodnites Boys XL. During testing, padding deterioration was similar to that experienced in the boys version, with slightly more deterioration in the L/XL version compared with either XL version but otherwise no obvious tearing or damage to core padding after extended wear. In either case the weakness appears to be the already thin mid-padding, but aside from collapsing a little it maintains its core integrity. I’d also point out that I was a little over the recommended weight range for the L/XL so that could have been a contributing factor in its deterioration; though the sizing of the product is also more restrictive compared to newer versions. In both the boys and girls products I also noticed that the outer cloth material can become detached from the plastic backsheet over the padding in the previous XL and L/XL versions, but not in the latest Quicksorb generation. Though the damage is superficial as it doesn’t impact absorbency or fit. The other thing to watch for is the seam where the wings attach on either side. If you pull it too much you do risk damaging the fit; however, I rarely found this to be a problem in the proper fitting XL versions. In any case I expect the Goodnites Girls XL will hold out very well for daily wear and even more intense exercise, even if it is designed for overnight wear (that is if the relatively low absorbency level is sufficient for your needs).

Durability Rating (wet): 8 (7 for the L/XL)

The Goodnites Girls protective underwear performed well in terms of wet durability. Once again, the wet state was little changed from its dry state with no obvious increase in padding deterioration. The primary issue with this underwear is that the flexible sides can lose their flexibility over time and eventually cause it to sag. This was more of an issue in previous versions, particularly in the L/XL; though that may also have been a side-effect of the sizing. In general, the Goodnites Girls XL is easily durable enough for active wear even when wet, but again with the caveat that absorbency will limit its use in daily wear.

3.6 Goodnites Girls XL Quicksorb Dry Test Deterioration

3.7 Goodnites Girls XL Dry Test Deterioration

3.8 Goodnites Girls L/XL Dry Test Deterioration

Discretion Tests

Profile

Front Rise Above Waistline (Jeans, Sweatpants): 0 cm (0"), 0 cm (0")
Back Rise Above Waistline (Jeans, Sweatpants): 0 cm (0"), 0 cm (0")
Side Rise Above Waistline (Jeans, Sweatpants): 0 cm (0"), 0 cm (0")

Profile Discretion Rating: 10

The Goodnites Girls XL is designed for discretion. The fit is very similar to regular underwear and easily fits the form of the wearer. The waistline rise is so low that it won’t rise above almost any outerwear. I didn’t notice any obvious bulge from the padding in this protective underwear and was comfortable to wear it out and about during testing. If discretion is a top priority then this would be an excellent choice.

4.1 Goodnites Girls XL Quicksorb Jeans Profile (left) vs Normal Underwear (right)

4.2 Goodnites Girls XL Quicksorb Jeans Profile (left) vs Normal Underwear (right)

4.3 Goodnites Girls L/XL Jeans Profile (left) vs Normal Underwear (right)

4.4 Goodnites Girls XL Quicksorb Sweats Profile (left) vs Normal Underwear (right)

 

4.5 Goodnites Girls XL Sweats Profile (left) vs Normal Underwear (right)

 

4.6 Goodnites Girls L/XL Sweats Profile (left) vs Normal Underwear (right)

 

Noise

Noise Rating: 10

As a product designed for optimal discretion it’s no surprise that the Goodnites Girls XL comes out on top when it comes to noise discretion. It doesn’t have tapes so you won’t get any noise from shifting and I wasn’t able to detect any obvious noise when sitting, standing or walking. It’s about as quiet as you could expect for incontinence protection.

4.7 Goodnites Girls XL Quicksorb Noise Profile

 

4.8 Goodnites Girls XL Noise Profile

4.9 Goodnites Girls L/XL Noise Profile

Odor Reduction

Odor Reduction Rating: 5
The Goodnites Girls XL matches the Goodnites Boys XL when it comes to odor reduction. Unlike some other youth products, Goodnites has no added fragrance or odor of its own. In the context of bedwetting that lack of fragrance certainly could be considered a discretion advantage. The breathable design is one factor that works against it as odors have an easier path to escape the padding. The other problem is the relatively limited area of padding coverage and rear padding that’s particularly susceptible to pressout moisture. Its relative strength against surface dampness in the core padding is a plus, but I don’t think it makes up for the other deficiencies. You’re likely to notice odors in the Goodnites XL when wet.

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