Mates Ultra Sensitive Condoms 14 Pack Review

The good and the bad

What works

• Ultra thin 0.048 to 0.060mm wall for more warmth and sensation
• Standard 52mm width suits the widest range of wearers
• Pre-lubricated and easy-fit shaped for a fuss-free roll-on
• Electronically tested and fitted with a reservoir end
• 14 pack gives a decent supply rather than a one-off

What to be aware of

• Latex, so unsuitable for anyone with a latex allergy
• Oil-based lubricants must be avoided as they weaken latex
• 52mm regular fit will feel loose or tight for those who need a snugger or roomier size
• Thinner wall means care is needed with nails and jewellery

Buy it if

People who find standard condoms dull the sensation and want a thinner option, and who are comfortable with a regular 52mm width and no latex concerns.

Skip it if

Anyone with a latex allergy, who needs a distinctly snug or larger fit, or who prefers oil-based lubricants. A non-latex condom or a size-specific range would serve them better.

Design and materials

These are made from natural rubber latex in a natural colour, with a smooth surface and an even coat of lubricant to ease application. The headline feature is the wall thickness of 0.048 to 0.060mm, noticeably thinner than a typical standard condom, which is the whole reason to reach for this box rather than a basic one.

A thinner wall is what lets more warmth and sensation through, but it also means the material is doing its job with less to spare. In practice that puts a little more emphasis on careful handling, keeping fingernails and rings clear when opening and rolling on, and storing the pack away from heat and sunlight so the latex stays in good condition.

Fit and how they are meant to be used

The nominal width is 52mm, the regular size most people start with, and the minimum length is 180mm, so these are cut for a broad range of wearers rather than a specific shape. If you have never checked your size, 52mm is the sensible default before deciding whether you prefer something snugger or roomier.

The reservoir end gives space to collect fluid and helps keep the condom seated, and the easy-fit shape is designed to make rolling on quick. As with any condom, the sensation benefit only holds up if the fit is right, so anyone who has found regular condoms slip or pinch should factor that in.

Lubricant, care and cleaning

Because these are latex, oil-based lubricants are off the table entirely, as oils degrade latex and can cause failure. If you want more glide than the factory lubricant provides, a water-based lubricant is the safe partner. Silicone lubricant is generally fine with latex too, though water-based is the simplest reliable choice.

There is no cleaning to worry about, as condoms are single use, but do check the date on the pack before use and keep the box somewhere cool and dark. A wallet or a warm car is exactly where latex is not happy over time.

How they compare

Within the thin-condom category, Mates Ultra Sensitive sits as a value option against pricier ultra-thin ranges from other brands. The wall thickness is competitive with those, and the electronic testing is standard for reputable condoms, so the reassurance is there.

Where the choice really turns is fit and material. Buyers who need a specific size will find brands offering snug or large variants more useful, and anyone with a latex allergy should look straight to a polyisoprene or polyurethane condom instead. For a regular-fit wearer who simply wants thinner latex at a sensible price, this is a sound pick.

The bottom line

If you want a thinner condom to feel more and you are happy with a standard 52mm latex fit, Mates Ultra Sensitive are an easy, cost-effective recommendation with the reservoir end and testing you would expect. Just remember the two firm rules that come with latex: no oil-based lubricants, and not for anyone with a latex allergy.