The difference between TPE sex dolls and inflatable dolls

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Publicatiedatum: 20 juni 2022
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Auteur: Monica Moments N

Inflatable sex dolls are a type of limp beach ball shaped like a human. These lightweight and unrealistic sex toys are often used as a joke at birthday parties or used purely for the physical aspect of sex. They are made from a cold and hard plastic called PVC and rarely provide a satisfying feeling after intercourse, mainly because their appearance is not realistic.

 

When it comes to realism, inflatable sex dolls are anything but realistic.

 

TPE sex dolls are realistic and almost indistinguishable from real women, providing not only a more realistic experience during sex but can also be used for other purposes, such as photography, companionship at home, or mental support.

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    The difference between TPE and inflatable sex dolls

    Inflatable sex dolls are cheaper and often cost no more than 50 euros, TPE sex dolls cost between 800 and 1500 euros. This is due to the internal skeleton, the fully TPE cast body, and the soft canals (vagina, anus, and mouth) integrated into the TPE sex doll. TPE sex dolls contain much more expensive but also higher quality materials, including realistic tunnels that enhance the sex experience.

    In short, TPE sex dolls are many times more realistic than inflatable sex dolls.

    You can't really take inflatable sex dolls seriously because their appearance resembles a character from a 1996 video game as shown below. They lack relief around the nose, eyes, or mouth, making the head look like a beach ball with a hole in it.

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    Silicone Sex Dolls

    Silicone sex dolls are more expensive, more realistic, and more durable than TPE sex dolls. The downside of silicone is that it is two to three times more expensive and less soft than TPE. Visually, a silicone sex doll is more beautiful due to the details, but for your wallet and sexual intercourse, a silicone sex doll is less comfortable.

     

    Choosing between TPE or silicone sex dolls?

    TPE and silicone materials look similar at first glance, but TPE is softer and more flexible than silicone. This results in a higher chance of deformation in TPE dolls. TPE sex dolls are also porous, so makeup and details cannot be applied very precisely. Due to the deformability and porosity, skin details and folds are difficult to apply, making the doll less realistic than a silicone sex doll.

    TPE sex dolls often have a metal skeleton just like silicone dolls. This can make TPE dolls feel somewhat heavy, although many TPE sex dolls are smaller and lighter than silicone dolls.

    Choose a silicone sex doll if you have a larger budget, around 2000 to 3000 euros, and want a more durable sex doll.

    Choose a TPE sex doll if it is your first sex doll, your budget is limited, and you don’t mind having to maintain the doll more often and carefully.

    If weight or budget is a concern for you, you can always try torso sex dolls. These start from 6 kilos and 180 euros but still offer options for realistic sex.


    Making TPE or silicone sex dolls more realistic

    You can make sex dolls even more realistic with warmth, clothing, or scent. This stimulates your sense of touch, sight, and smell more.

    When TPE material is warmed with, for example, a vagina warmer, it has a very realistic touch and feels just like penetrating a real body.

    The only downside for those who like to dress their sex dolls is that TPE dolls can easily get stains due to their porosity. So only let the doll wear white clothing that has been washed multiple times to prevent dye from leaking out of the clothes.

    Silicone sex dolls are not very porous, so they are more suitable for dressing up.

    Finally, you can use perfume to make the doll smell like a real woman. Do not spray perfume on the bare material, only on clothing, hair, or in the room. Both TPE and silicone materials do not tolerate the alcohol found in most perfumes well.

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