Yay...a very big yay.  Night and day better, IMO.

I had one experience with them so far.  It was not disagreeable.  I think they are a little more awkward on entry.  But after the torpedo is in the tube, they seem dandy

Ever since I got introduced to them, I've preferred them. It does feel like flesh on flesh.

Visually, they're a train wreck and not being a fan of lube, they leave much to be desired in the performance area too.

But if a lady prefers them then . . . .

A noticeably better experience over the male ones.

For the right person and situation they can't be beat!

They are a bit unsightly IMHO, but I find them indispensable for gentleman who tend to go soft when they put on a regular one.  This takes all the pressure off of him, and really puts none on her. The man also gets the little bit of friction that the standard ones prevent, while it relieves friction from the lady.  Many men have said it feels more like the real thing!

It is also useful for doubles and it can stay in, and allow a man to move back and forth freely without having to stop and change each time.  

They are a bit more pricey, but I always carry a few with me for situations that warrant their use.

Which brands seem to work best?

Properly used they are wonderful

Feels great

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tried 'em just once. It was interesting but still didn't feel 'in the flesh', seemed to have an odd texture like one of those ribbed male condoms (which of course a man doesn't really feel). Maybe it was the brand/style, maybe it wasn't placed correctly - although the lady in question had used them before. Quite a production to get them in - kudos to you ladies who are willing to go through that rigmarole in front of your client ... lol.  

I'd try them again for sure... but I find that a male condom with just a wee bit of lube in the tip to sensitize the head works great for me. Not too much though, or it gets down in the shaft area and it can cause difficulty keeping it properly in place.

Eddy