Kiddo Xtreme Adult Diaper Review

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

 

Summary

The Kiddo Xtreme is an ultra high absorbency plastic-backed diaper produced for the French ABDL company Diaper Minister. Although Diaper Minister is focused on ABDL-type diapers, this diaper is more aligned with medical diapers in appearance, similar to the InControl BeDry Night or NorthShore MegMax. It has a plain white topsheet and backsheet with a clear plastic landing zone that can be used with adhesive tape fasteners (as opposed to the hook & loop fasteners of the Kiddo Fluffy Fly). The only distinguishing feature that might clue you into it being an ABDL-inspired diaper would be the packaging, although even that is a lot more subtle than the cartoonish prints you’d typically see on such packaging. This diaper sits at the very top of the Kiddo lineup absorbency ratings with an advertised capacity of 11,500 ml (389 oz).

In practical wear, you’re not going to get anywhere near the advertised capacity and I found expected absorbency to be anywhere from 4 to 8 times less than advertised. Of course, even that still makes these diapers exceptionally absorbent and they should handle up to 3 wettings in most circumstances and far more if standing (since it produces better moisture channeling). As you might expect, these diapers are very thick and bulky and will be difficult to wear discreetly. However, I also found them to be very comfortable. The materials used are notably soft and surprisingly breathable for something so bulky. These diapers are also highly durable and were some of the snuggest fitting of any I’ve tried. They don’t deteriorate easily with wear, but the tapes are strong to a fault in that they can be default to remove and will damage the backsheet unless you’re extremely careful with removing them. Like the Kiddo Fluffy Fly, the unit price for these diapers is very high so many will find them difficult to budget for day-to-day usage. They’d be best suited for situations where you need long duration wear or bedwetting. I used these for bedwetting and was quite impressed so I would highly recommend them for that purpose. I’d like to give a special thanks for the donation and suggestion toward this review! As always, all donations and suggestions are greatly appreciated!

 

Key Features:

• Plastic backsheet
• Clear plastic landing zone
  
• Standing inner leak guards
• Dual waistbands
• Repositionable fasteners

Pros:

• Incredibly absorbent
• Snug fit
• Durable padding
  
• Breathable/comfortable

Cons:

• Very high unit cost
• Very bulky/not discreet
  
• Tapes can tear off landing zone when removed

 

Product Details

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

Packaging

Brand: Kiddo (diaper-minister)
Manufacturer: Weifang Mimosa Personalcare Technology
Origin: China
Units Per Bag: 10
Cost Per Unit: $$$$
Dimensions (L x W x H): 32 cm (12.6") x 18.5 cm (7.3") x 25.5 cm (10")
Weight: 2.4 kg (5.2 lbs)
Available Sizes: M,L,XL
Advertised Absorbency: 11,500 ml (389 oz)

1.1 Kiddo Xtreme Adult Diaper 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: 2
Repositionable Tabs: Yes
Outer Color: White
Inner Color: White (blue rectangle in the middle)
Front Waistband: Yes
Rear Waistband: Yes
Folded Thickness: 3.2 cm (1.3")
Folded Length: 24 cm (9.5")
Dry Weight: 230 g (8.1 oz)
Fragrance: No
Diaper Dimensions (L x fW x mW x bW): 82 cm (32.3") x 64 cm (25.2") x 32 cm (12.6") x 64 cm (25.2")
Wing Shape (Front, Rear): Rectangular, Rectangular
Padding Dimensions (L x fW x mW x bW): 66 cm (26") x 26 cm (10.2") x 20 cm (7.9") x 39 cm (15.4")
Padding Wing Dimensions (fPW x fPH x bPW x bPH): 3 cm (1.2") x 13 cm (5.1") x 9.5 cm (3.7") x 21 cm (8.3")
Padding Wing Shape (Front, Rear): Semicircle, Semicircle
Total Padding Area: 1797 cm² (279 in²)
Tape Spacing (t1 x t2): 3 cm (1.2") x 12.5 cm (4.9")
Tape (W x L): 5 cm (2") x 4 cm (1.6")

1.2 Kiddo Xtreme Adult Diaper

Laboratory Absorbency Tests

Total Absorption Volume (after press out): 2895 ml (102.1 oz)
Total Absorption Volume (before press out): 3020 ml (106.5 oz)
Time to Absorb Wettings (first to last): (49 s, 51 s, 62 s, 76 s, 79 s, 95 s, 94 s, 94 s, 99 s, 94 s, 104 s, 132 s)
Wet Folded Thickness: 7.5 cm (3")
Used to Total Padding Ratio: 94%
Total Padding to Absorbency Ratio: 1.9 ml / cm² (0.43 oz / in²)
Press Out Volume: 125 ml (4.4 oz)

Surface Dampness Rating: 8

The Kiddo Xtreme performed strongly when tested for surface dampness. There was no discernible moisture on the power towel test after the first lab test wetting and only a little for the next two that followed. Oddly enough, it wasn’t nearly as resistant as the comparable NorthShore MegaMax so I couldn’t rank it quite as high in this regard. However, in real world testing I hardly ever noticed surface dampness from this diaper. The wide distribution of the padding and incredible absorbency mean moisture will quickly disappear into seemingly endless available dry padding.

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: 1270 ml (44.8 oz)
Total Wettings: (1 standing, 2 sitting)
Leaked After Sitting: No
Used to Total Padding Ratio: 53%
Padding to Absorbency Score: 0.71 ml / cm² (0.16 oz / in²)

Standing-Sitting Rating: 9

The Kiddo Xtreme performed strongly when tested while standing and sitting. The first wetting while standing was easily absorbed with only brief-lived pooling. After the moisture was fully absorbed, the diaper didn’t feel any different from its dry state other than some swelling around the crotch and much of the front and rear padding was still completely dry. There was no hint of pressout or leakage upon sitting shortly afterward. On the second wetting while seated there was obvious damming in the mid padding and moisture was mostly blocked from making it toward the rear. Instead it pushed up further into the front padding. The swelling increased considerably but there wasn’t any obvious leakage and it otherwise didn’t feel much different from its dry state. On the third wetting while seated the damming effect of the swollen padding was more apparent with a lot of initial pooling. Surprisingly some moisture did make it down toward the mid-section, but it travelled along the less absorbent sides and escaped through the leak guards, resulting in a moderate leak through both the right and left leg gathers. Some moisture also pushed further up the front and pressed against the front wing leak guards, but I didn’t notice any obvious leaks from these. Like the Kiddo Fluffy Fly, the absorbed capacity at the time of leakage was well below what might be expected given the total advertised absorbency. Still, virtually the entire rear padding was dry without a hint of moisture making it that far back, so theoretically it could absorb far more if the leak guards and moisture channeling were stronger. I expect this diaper will absorb 2~3 wettings without leaking when seated but I wouldn’t push it beyond that.

 

Lying Down

Total Absorbed Volume: 1645 ml (58 oz)
Total Wettings: 4
Used to Total Padding Ratio: 51%
Padding to Absorbency Score: 0.92 ml / cm² (0.21 oz / in²)

Lying Down Rating: 10

The Kiddo Xtreme proved highly absorbent when tested while lying down. The first wetting was quickly and easily absorbed with no moisture really making it beyond the padding around the crotch and, obviously, no signs of leakage. The second wetting had very brief pooling and moisture made it further down toward the mid-padding, but again there was no sign of leakage and it continued to feel barely changed from its dry state. At this point swelling was a bit more noticeable, but that was really the only thing that stood out. On the third wetting moisture made it further back toward the lower rear padding with a bit more pooling at first. Again there was no hint of a leak and, once absorbed, the only notable difference was further padding swelling. There was still a substantial amount of dry padding at both the front and rear of the diaper. On the fourth wetting moisture pushed further back toward the rear and there was a more prolonged period of pooling. Initially it looked like it managed to contain it without leaking but after a short time I noticed a modest leak out of the right rear leak guards. Even so, there was still a significant amount of dry padding at both the front and the rear of the diaper, so theoretically it could absorb a far greater amount. In any case, I expect this diaper will absorb at least 3 wettings before leakage would be much of a concern when lying down and it will be more than enough for most people when used for bedwetting. Interestingly, the absorbency in this test was slightly less than the lower absorbency-rated Kiddo Fluffy Fly, which may reflect on its moisture channeling, though it still wasn’t significant enough that I’d expect people to notice too much of a performance difference between the two.

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

Daily Wear and Bedwetting

The Kiddo Xtreme diaper has one of the highest advertised absorbencies you’ll find on the market at an incredible 11,500 ml (389 oz), just slightly short of the InControl BeDry Night, which advertises 12,000 ml (406 oz) of absorbency. In the real world no one ever can or should approach those levels of absorbencies, which are well beyond the average adult urine output in 24 hours or even 48 hours. That said, in real world scenarios the Kiddo Xtreme won’t get anywhere near the maximum absorbency before leakage occurs. In fact, I found absorbency generally hit its limit around a much more reasonable 1500 ml (51 oz) when sitting or lying down, though it would be possible to exceed 2500 ml if mostly wet while standing/giving it time to spread through the padding before sitting. When sitting or lying down I found that gaps could form between the leak guards and the legs and this will result in it leaking much earlier than you’d expect. During the capacity tests I found leaks developed in the leak guards below the crotch in those situations. In terms of bedwetting, I never had any issue with these. I could confidently sleep without worrying about leaks and often would wake up and have no idea if they were wet or not. Since they don’t have wetness indicators, the best I could do was observe the texture of the padding and judge how much thicker it had become (the padding is very thick even when dry). These will also perform quite well for daily wear, but they’re super thick/bulky and likely to be noticed by others. During testing I found they could reliably handle up to 3 wettings before leaks would be a concern (again, more if wet while standing). These are also surprisingly comfortable for a thick plastic-backed diaper. In fact, even though I’ve tended to rate cloth-backed diapers a bit better for comfort, there are aspects of these diapers that I found made them more comfortable for me personally. I’ve found I get more skin irritation from diapers that use a textured landing zone like the Kiddo Fluffy Fly or InControl BeDry Night hybrid diaper. These diapers are smooth all around, including the landing zone area and I found them less likely to create the sort of friction that causes discomfort. It was a different finding than I was expecting, and more noticeable with my trying the plastic-backed Kiddo Xtreme right after extensively testing the Kiddo Fluffy Fly. The materials used in this diaper felt a bit softer than the NorthShore MegaMax, even though the exterior construction was nearly identical (those diapers used a different thinner padding material). I found it very easy to get a snug fit with these diapers and they also proved incredibly durable and will hold up to active wear if the bulkiness is not an issue. The main durability concern I had was that the refastenable tapes could build up such a grip that they were difficult to remove and, on more than one occasion, pulled off parts of the backsheet when trying to adjust them. For this reason, once the diaper’s on you’re going to need to be really careful pulling the tapes off (e.g. for times you can make it to the bathroom). It’s such a slow process that if you really have to go you’re likely to leak before you can get it off. On several occasions during daily wear testing or after waking up I just gave up and went in the diaper, knowing that it had more than enough capacity to fully absorb the wetting without leaks. This was preferable to trying to pull it off and risk leaking in the process or damaging the landing zone (needless to say, the “dry durability test” was challenging and required the use of some slide-in absorbent inserts). It’s easier to adjust the tapes immediately after you apply it the first time and gets much harder after a longer duration of wear. So you’ll probably want to treat this diaper as a single application product that won’t be removed until wet and ready for a change, regardless of if you can make it to the bathroom on time. Overall, I’d highly recommend this diaper for dealing with bedwetting. For daily wear you’d probably want something that’s easier to adjust or more discreet, but it could still be a good choice if you’re fully incontinent and aren’t as worried about discretion.

Suitability for Bowel Incontinence: 10

I give the Kiddo Xtreme top marks for its ability to deal with bowel incontinence. It has a durable plastic backsheet and very strong tapes and inner leak guards. The rear padding is thick and extensive. Moreover, it has dual waistbands that will do an excellent job at containing odors and resisting any leakage. You shouldn’t have any issues using this diaper for dealing with bowel incontinence. Though, I should note that if you only use it for bowel incontinence and still use the toilet for urination then the tape strength may frustrate your efforts to use the toilet regularly.

 

Wear & Tear Tests

Fitting

The Kiddo Xtreme has a plastic backsheet with a thicker clear plastic landing zone and adhesive tape fasteners. The fasteners can be refastened and repositioned on the landing zone multiple times after first application. The padding in this diaper is thick and bulky, but I found the design to be quite snug and form fitting. It features dual waistbands and inner leak guards/leg gathers. Sizing is similar to the Kiddo Fluffy Fly, with the smallest size being a medium and the lower end of the medium being relatively small at a 70 cm (27.5”) waist. So I would say the medium is more of a small/medium. I found the medium sizing to be just about perfect for me and I typically go for medium-sizing even if sometimes it tends to feel a bit too large.

3.1 Kiddo Xtreme Adult Diaper Fastener

Ease-of-Use Rating: 8

The Kiddo Xtreme diaper is generally quite easy to use, with a couple notable caveats. I found it very easy to get a snug fit with this diaper. The tapes can be refastened or repositioned multiple times on the landing zone (but only on the landing zone). The landing zone is clear and pretty wide. It doesn’t have any markings so you’d need to find the best positioning by feel/approximation. That said, the flexibility and particularly the waistbands make it much easier to find the fit by feel. It will be more of a challenge in a care-giver environment where the carer may have less sense of the best feeling fit. It also lacks a wetness indicator, which could be a challenge in a care giver environment. The other challenge is that the tapes are a bit too adhesive. I found a similar issue with the NorthShore MegaMax. The tapes can be very difficult to remove and I’ve found removing them sometimes even tears bits of the landing zone off. This could be a challenge for those with limited hand strength or potentially risk compromising containment if the diaper needs to be removed for readjustment or when regular use of the toilet is possible.

3.2 Kiddo Xtreme Adult Diaper Fit

Comfort

Comfort Rating (dry): 10

The Kiddo Xtreme is surprisingly comfortable for a thick plastic-backed diaper. I give this diaper top marks in terms of comfort. It has some clear similarities to the NorthShore MegaMax but the padding is thicker and I found it to be softer (at least compared to the version I reviewed several years ago). I was also surprised how well it seemed to do at dissipating heat. That’s not to say I think it will be the best in this regard but, given its thick plastic backsheet and padding, the resistance to overheating is impressive. Aside from that, I felt no clumping or tearing in the padding when testing this diaper. The tapes also held up perfectly with not even a hint of slipping once fastened into place. I found it very easy to acquire and maintain a snug/comfortable fit with this diaper and the soft/flexible waistbands were quite helpful. Some may find the bulkiness to be an issue, so it certainly should be considered from a comfort perspective and you will find this diaper somewhat resistant to movement. Assuming this is mostly used for overnight wear I would find that less of an issue. The backsheet material is surprisingly soft, as is the inner liner. I can’t really find any faults in this diaper in terms of dry comfort and thus the 10/10.

Comfort Rating (wet): 10

The Kiddo Xtreme proved top class when it came to wet comfort. This diaper falls into a category of diapers where it’s actually quite difficult to tell the difference between its wet and dry state after one or two wettings. I didn’t notice any sagging, clumping or tearing in the wet state. The tapes held the diaper up incredibly well. Moreover, the super absorbent padding basically ensures moisture will be distributed to the point you barely notice it. I also found it surprisingly breathable and didn’t notice any clamminess when wet. So it should come as no surprise that I rank this diaper at the top for wet comfort.

3.3 Kiddo Xtreme Adult Diaper Topsheet and Backsheet

Durability

Dry Padding Deterioration Proportion: 8.8% (topsheet), 11.8% (backsheet)
Shake Deterioration Test: 2 shakes to deterioration

Durability Rating (dry): 8

The Kiddo Xtreme diaper is highly durable and I rank it among the better performers in dry comfort. I’d rank it near the top if it were not for one glaring flaw. That of course being the overly adhesive tapes that, once stuck to the landing zone, are very difficult to remove and will easily pull off bits of the backsheet. Aside from that, I didn’t notice any significant deterioration in the padding with no clumping or tearing after an extended period of wear. The only hint of padding deterioration was a bit of collapsing between the legs as you might expect from extra wide padding. The upside to the super strong tapes is that this diaper won’t show any loosening or sagging no matter how active you are, so this could be a great choice for active wear if you can get over the general bulkiness.

Durability Rating (wet): 9

I rank the Kiddo Xtreme slightly higher in terms of wet durability than dry durability. This is largely because the strong tapes that could be a problem for dry durability are more of a benefit when the diaper is wet. These tapes will hold an incredible amount of weight and I never had any issues with sagging in this diaper when wet. Moreover, the padding continued to hold out without any signs of clumping or tearing when wet. I still consider the tape issue to be a potential problem here, but I weigh it less heavily when considering durability when wet. If not for the tape issues I’d rank this diaper at the top for durability.

3.4 Kiddo Xtreme Adult Diaper Dry Test Deterioration

Discretion Tests

Profile

Front Rise Above Waistline (Jeans, Sweatpants): 5 cm (2"), 5 cm (2")
Back Rise Above Waistline (Jeans, Sweatpants): 7.5 cm (3"), 6 cm (2.4")
Side Rise Above Waistline (Jeans, Sweatpants): 6 cm (2.4"), 6 cm (2.4")

Profile Discretion Rating: 4

Profile discretion is not a strong point for the Kiddo Xtreme. This is a very thick diaper and pretty much guarantees a diaper bulge, particularly at the rear. It’s slightly thicker than the Kiddo Fluffy Fly, but I actually found it slightly less noticeable. That could be because the fit was a little snugger. It’s also a plain white design, so perhaps less noticeable if anyone were to catch a glimpse of it. No doubt, this diaper would be best used for overnight wear, but perhaps could be concealed with the right arrangement of outerwear.

4.1 Kiddo Xtreme Adult Diaper Jeans Profile (left) vs Normal Underwear (right)

4.2 Kiddo Xtreme Adult Diaper Sweats Profile (left) vs Normal Underwear (right)

 

Noise

Noise Rating: 6

The Kiddo Xtreme is far from the quietest diaper on the market, but hardly the noisiest either. Slight movements won’t trigger much in the way of sound, but standing or sitting can result in some crinkling. The actual backsheet material is pretty soft and flexible so I feel most of the noise was coming from the thicker landing zone. However, the noise was less than you might expect for a thick plastic-backed diaper. A theory I have for this is that the thicker padding can slightly dampen the sound and it holds the backsheet firmer to reduce development of creases.

 

4.3 Kiddo Xtreme Adult Diaper Noise Profile

Odor Reduction

Odor Reduction Rating: 9

I hardly ever noticed any odors when testing the Kiddo Xtreme. This diaper is well designed for containment with a snug fitting design, plastic backsheet and dual waistbands. I wouldn’t say there was anything particularly special about the padding itself in terms of odor containment, but the large amount of it and general ability to distribute and avoid concentrated surface dampness helps in this regard.