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  • LifeStyles and SKYN Condom Size Chart: Width, Length, and Best Fit Picks

    LifeStyles and SKYN Condom Size Chart: Width, Length, and Best Fit Picks

    If you are shopping LifeStyles or SKYN condoms, the most important question is not which box looks best. It is which one actually fits your body and the kind of sex you want to have.

    This refreshed LifeStyles and SKYN size chart focuses on the products people are most likely to actually buy now, with the dimensions, material, feel, and use case that matter most. Every product link below goes to Condomania. If you order there, try coupon code CONDOMMONOLOGUES for 10% off where applicable.

    Before you buy, use the Condom Size Calculator and compare widths in the full Condom Size Chart. If you specifically want latex-free options, also see our guide to the best non-latex condoms by size and fit.

    Quick answer: which LifeStyles or SKYN condom should you start with?

    LifeStyles and SKYN size chart

    Condom Width Length Material Best for
    LifeStyles Snugger Fit 49 mm 7.0 in / 178 mm Latex Smaller girth, secure snug fit
    SKYN Original 53 mm 7.5 in / 190 mm Non-latex Standard fit, everyday use
    SKYN Elite 53 mm 7.88 in / 200 mm Non-latex Standard fit, thinner feel
    SKYN Elite Extra Lubricated 53 mm 7.88 in / 200 mm Non-latex Standard fit with more glide
    SKYN Supreme Ultra-Thin 53 mm 7.09 in / 180 mm Non-latex Lowest barrier feel in standard fit
    SKYN Extra Studded 53 mm 7.88 in / 200 mm Non-latex Standard fit with extra texture
    SKYN Cocktail Club 53 mm 8.0 in / 203 mm Non-latex Standard fit, flavored oral-friendly option
    LifeStyles Ultra Thin 53 mm 7.6 in / 193 mm Latex Standard fit latex, more sensitivity
    LifeStyles Ultra Sensitive 53 mm 7.75 in / 197 mm Latex Standard fit latex with thin feel
    LifeStyles Rough Rider Studded 52 mm 8.0 in / 203 mm Latex Standard fit with ribbed and studded texture
    LifeStyles Lubricated 54 mm 7.32 in / 186 mm Latex Standard comfort-fit everyday latex option
    LifeStyles Large 56 mm 8.0 in / 203 mm Latex Large fit without moving to XL territory
    LifeStyles Ultra Sensitive Titan 56 mm 8.25 in / 210 mm Latex Large fit with thinner feel
    SKYN Elite Large 56 mm 8.65 in / 220 mm Non-latex Large latex-free fit for more girth and length

    How to choose the right LifeStyles or SKYN fit

    A good shortcut is to match the condom’s nominal width to the fit range you usually like:

    • 49 mm: snug fit, usually better if standard condoms feel loose or bunchy.
    • 52 to 54 mm: standard fit, where most people land.
    • 56 mm: a noticeable step up for people who feel squeezed in standard condoms.

    If you do not know your ideal width yet, do not guess. Use the calculator first, then double-check options in the full size chart.

    Best SKYN condoms by fit and use case

    Best for most people: SKYN Original

    SKYN Original is still the best place to start if you want a latex-free condom that just works for standard sizing. At 53 mm, it fits the same broad range as many mainstream regular condoms, but the non-latex material feels softer than many people expect.

    Best for sensitivity: SKYN Elite

    SKYN Elite keeps the same 53 mm fit but trims down the barrier feel. If SKYN Original already fits you well and you want more sensation, this is the most logical upgrade.

    Best for larger latex-free fit: SKYN Elite Large

    SKYN Elite Large is one of the strongest options on the market for people who want more room without jumping straight to oversized novelty condoms. It is 56 mm wide and 220 mm long, so it is especially useful if standard non-latex condoms feel tight or too short.

    Best for extra lubrication: SKYN Elite Extra Lubricated

    SKYN Elite Extra Lubricated makes sense if you already like Elite but want less drag during longer sessions or more comfort during vaginal or anal sex. It is the same basic fit, just wetter out of the wrapper.

    Best textured SKYN option: SKYN Extra Studded

    SKYN Extra Studded is a useful pick if you like the softer SKYN material but want more texture than the standard line offers.

    Best LifeStyles latex condoms by fit and use case

    Best snug fit: LifeStyles Snugger Fit

    LifeStyles Snugger Fit is the clear starting point if regular condoms slide, bunch, or feel insecure. At 49 mm, it is meaningfully narrower than the 53 mm mainstream standard.

    Best standard latex option: LifeStyles Ultra Thin

    LifeStyles Ultra Thin is the best standard latex pick here if you want a classic fit with less material between you and your partner. It is a strong comparison point against SKYN Elite if you are not specifically avoiding latex.

    Best large latex option: LifeStyles Ultra Sensitive Titan

    LifeStyles Ultra Sensitive Titan is the better pick when standard 53 mm condoms feel tight but you still care about thinner feel and easy availability in the LifeStyles line.

    SKYN vs LifeStyles latex, which line is better?

    If you need latex-free, SKYN is the obvious answer and the stronger product family overall. If you are fine with latex and want a lower-cost everyday option, the regular LifeStyles line still gives you useful choices in snug, standard, textured, and large fits.

    For most shoppers, the real decision tree is simple:

    Bottom line

    The old problem with LifeStyles and SKYN shopping is that the lineup looks bigger than it really is. Once you sort by width and material, the choice gets much easier. Most people should start with SKYN Original or SKYN Elite at 53 mm, size up to SKYN Elite Large or Titan at 56 mm if standard fits feel tight, and move down to LifeStyles Snugger Fit if regular condoms feel too loose.

    If you are still unsure, use the Condom Size Calculator, compare the wider market in the master size chart, and browse more latex-free picks in our non-latex fit guide.

    All product links above go to Condomania. Coupon code CONDOMMONOLOGUES may save you 10% off where applicable.

    This site contains affiliate links. When you purchase products through these links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.

    This site contains affiliate links. When you purchase products through these links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. These commissions help support our work in providing comprehensive sexual health information. We carefully select our affiliate partners and only recommend products we believe will be valuable to our readers. While we may receive compensation for purchases made through these links, this does not influence our reviews or recommendations. All opinions expressed are our own.
  • TROJAN Condoms Size Chart

    TROJAN Condoms Size Chart

    trojan condom size chartTrojan’s website offers a full view of their products and a selector tool to help you find the lubrication and material combo that suits you best.

    However, their sizes are not as comprehensive.  They simply classify their condoms as Regular, Large, Extra Large.  Here we have updated a condom size chart that lists each product according to the three sizes and latex or non-latex.  We offer dimensions we’ve measured ourselves or derived from our affiliates at Lucky Bloke and Undercover Condoms.  For more about Trojan and the BEST to WORST, check out their profile summary.

    Check out our new Condom Size Calculator (launched in Oct 2013) for a comparative search of all condoms available on the North American market.

    Measurement Tip:
    The average condom length is 7.5″/190mm.  This will fit the vast portion of men who are between 5.1″-6.5′ (129.5mm-152.4mm). A new study determined average erection to be 5.56 inches long and 4.8 inches girth.  If length is your concern, check out our condom fitting solutions chart for recommendations to specific needs.  

    When it comes to condom fitting, girth is crucial (see our guide for measuring penis).  A regular size is made to fit 4.8″ to 5.1″ (122mm – 130mm) girth. That fits 50mm-55mm base width (measured by the condom laying flat. It is not the circumference).

    To determine condom width simply divide your penis circumference by 2.25. How did we get this formula? Read about our research here.

    Preference will vary but in general we recommend that if you measure less than 4.8 inches (122mm) in girth, go with a snugger fit.  Fit you are greater than 5.15 inches (130mm), select Magnums.

    Warning: Trojan offers pre-lubricated condoms with Nonoxynol-9. The World Health Organization recommends using this spermicide very sparingly (if at all) as studies show it can be harmful to internal tissue and may increase the risk of contracting STIs.

    (Links to external sites may be affiliate links and could earn us a small commission)

    Trojan does not manufacture snug fit or small size condoms.  If you find condoms to be too loose or too long, visit our condom fit solutions chart for recommendations.

    Trojan Regular/non-latex

    There are no small non-latex condoms available on the market (yet). See Lucky Bloke’s “medium” size non-latex sampler and “larger” size non-latex sampler for options.

    Trojan SUPRA BareSkin Lubricated TrojanSupra-Non-Latex-Bareskin

    Made of Polyurethane

    Now made without Nonoxynol-9 Spermicide

    A long and wider condom.  In fact, it is one of the longest condoms on the market behind Trojan Magnum XL and Durex XXL
    Base width: 2.3”/58mm
    Length: 7.9”/200mm
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    Trojan Regular/latex

    Trojan ENZ lubricatedTrojan Enz Lubricated

    Water-based lubricant
    Reservoir end for extra safety
    Base width: 2.1″/53mm
    Length: 7.7″/198mm
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    Trojan ENZ Non-LubricatedTrojan-ENZ-non-Lubricated

    No lubricant inside or out
    Reservoir end for extra safety
    Base width: 2.1″/53mm
    Length: 7.7″/198mm
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    Trojan ENZ Spermicidal LubricatedTrojan-ENZ-Spermicidal-Lubricated

    Nonoxynol-9 Spermicide
    Reservoir end for extra safety
    Base width: 2.1″/53mm
    Length: 7.7″/198mm
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    Trojan BARESKIN LubricatedTrojan-Sensitivity-BareSkin

    Trojan’s thinnest condom line; 40% thinner than their standard condom
    Low-odor latex
    Base width: 2.13″/54mm
    Length: 7.8″/198mm
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    Trojan ThinTensity LubricatedTrojan-Thintensity-Lubricated

    25% thinner than Trojan’s standard condom
    Comfort fit-slightly longer than standard condoms
    Base width: 2.1″/53mm
    Length: 8.0″/202mm
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    Trojan Ultra Thin LubricatedTrojan-Ultra-Thin-LubricatedClaimed as Trojan’s thinnest condom
    Water-based lubricant
    Base width: 2.1″/53mm
    Length: 7.6″/193mm
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    Trojan 2Go Ultra Thin2 condom cards- 2 condoms in each pocket-size protective card
    Part of Trojan’s thinnest condom line
    Base width: 2.1″/53mm
    Length: 7.6″/ 193mm
    Trojan Ultra Thin Spermicidal LubricantTrojan-Ultra-Thin-Spermicidal-LubricatedClaimed as Trojan’s thinnest condom
    Nonoxynol-9 Spermicide
    Base width: 2.1″/53mm
    Length: 7.5″/196mm
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    Trojan Her Pleasure EcstasyTrojan-Her-Pleasure-Ecstasy-UltrasmoothUltra smooth lubricant both inside and out
    Comfort shape allows freedom of movement while tapered at the base for secure fit
    Texture ribbed at base and tip
    Base width: 2.1″/53mm
    Length: 7.9″/200mm
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    Trojan Her Pleasure Sensations Spermicidal LubricantTROJAN-Her-Pleasure-Sensations-Armor-Spermicidal-LubricantUniquely ribbed and contoured for stimulation
    Contains Nonoxynol-9 Spermicide
    Base width: 2.1″/52mm
    Length: 7.9″/200mm
    Trojan Pleasures Ecstasy Fire and IceTrojan-Pleasures-Ecstasy-Fire-and-IceDual action lubricant of warm and tingling sensation for both partners
    Longer and wider comfort shape allows more movement while tapered at the base for secure fit
    Texture ribbed at base and tip
    Base width: 2.13″/54mm
    Length: 8.13″/205mm
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    Trojan Extended Pleasure with Climax ControlTrojan-Extended-Pleasure-LubricatedContains special lubricant (benzocaine) to help delay ejaculation
    Special Reservoir tip for extra safety
    Base width: 2.05″/52mm
    Length: 7.9″/200mm
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    Trojan Ecstasy Ultra RibbedTrojan-Stimulations-Ecstasy-UltrasmoothDeeply ribbed along the shaft and head
    Larger head shape allows more movement while tapered at the base for secure fit
    Ultra smooth lubricant inside and out
    Base width: 2.1″/53mm
    Length: 7.9″/200mm
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    Trojan Ultra Ribbed Spermicidal LubricatedTrojan-Ultra-Ribbed-Spermicidal-LubricatedSame features as above, but with Nonoxynol-9 Spermicide
    Base width: 2.13″/54mm
    Length: 8.1″/205mm
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    Trojan Twisted PleasureTrojan-Twisted-PleasureSpecial twisted shape and ribs for sensual friction
    Water-based lubricant
    Slightly tighter but with standard width
    Base width: 2.0″/52mm
    Length: 7.8″/198mm
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    Trojan Pleasure PackTrojan-Pleasure-PackAssortment includes: Her Pleasure, Twisted, Fire and Ice, and Intense Ribbed.
    All latex, lubricated.
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    Trojan Large/Latex

    Trojan does not make non-latex large condoms. See Lifestyles SKYN Large)

    Trojan Magnum Original LubricatedTrojan-MAGNUMMeant for those that find regular sizes too constricting.
    Tapered at the base for a secure fit and extends wider up the tip.
    Base width: 2.13″/54mm
    Head width: 2.5″/64mm
    Length: 8.13″/205mm
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    Trojan Magnum ArmorTrojan-MAGNUM-Armor-SpermicidalThe only condom of the Magnum line that contains Nonoxynol-9 Spermicide
    Base width: 2.13″/54mm
    Head width: 2.5″/64mm
    Length: 8.13″/205mm
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    Trojan Magnum ThinTrojan-MAGNUM-Thin-LubricatedThinner than the regular Magnum condoms
    Ultra smooth lube
    Base width: 2.13″/54mm
    Head width: 2.5″/64mm
    Length: 8.13″/205mm
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    Trojan Magnum EcstasyTrojan-Magnum-Ecstasy-UltrasmoothTextured along base and head for heightened sensation
    Ultra smooth lubricant inside and out
    Base width: 2.13″/54mm
    Head width: 2.5″/64mm
    Length: 8.12″/205mm
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    Trojan Magnum Fire and IceTrojan-Magnum-Fire-and-Ice-Dual-LubricatedTrojan’s fire and ice lubricant now available in Magnum size
    Provides warming and tingling sensation inside and out for both partners
    Base width: 2.1″/54mm
    Head width: 2.5″/64mm
    Length: 8.13″/205mm
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    Trojan Magnum Gold CollectionTrojan-MAGNUM-Gold-CollectionAssortment includes: Magnum Original, Magnum Thin, Magnum Ecstasy, Magnum Fire and Ice
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    Trojan Extra Large/latex:

    Trojan Naturalamb SkinThe only x-large (very wide!) non-latex condom by Trojan.
    Classic stright shape.
    Made from lamb intestines. Does not protect against STIs and HIV.
    Base width: 2.7″/68mm
    Length: 8.0″/200mm

    Trojan Magnum XL lubricatedTrojan-Magnum-XL-Lubricated30% wider than regular size
    Tapered at the base for secure fit; widening at the head for comfort
    Is one of the longest condoms on the market.
    Base width: 2.2″/56mm
    Head width: 2.7″/68.5mm
    Length:  8.3″/210mm
    Try Them Here

    The Legal Stuff: Age of consent and medical advice

    The size charts are made to help you find the brand that suits your size range and needs.  If you cannot find the answer to your question, just ask.  But please be aware that we do not condone sexual activity of under-age males and females in state or country.  Also, we are not medical professionals.  We offer opinions from personal experience and research.

    For a younger audience, here is one place to start:  Scarleteen.  For all ages Planned Parenthood is highly recommended. For sexual minorities and non-conforming gender folk, check out the Judgement Free Health Care Providers directory

    This is the latest edition of our condom size chart with the latest products tailored by condom brand.  During our research we noticed that some condom retail sites give conflicting measurements for the same condom.  So, we measured many of these condoms ourselves and with condom services including Undercover Condoms and Lucky Bloke.  If you come across false measurements, let us know!

    This site contains affiliate links. When you purchase products through these links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. These commissions help support our work in providing comprehensive sexual health information. We carefully select our affiliate partners and only recommend products we believe will be valuable to our readers. While we may receive compensation for purchases made through these links, this does not influence our reviews or recommendations. All opinions expressed are our own.
  • Trojan Magnum XL

    Trojan Magnum XL

    Image from undercovercondoms.com

    Some argue that there is little difference between “XL”, “Large” and “Regular” condoms and that condom size is just a marketing ploy to feed “big” egos.  In some ways, this is true.  Check out our guide for converting penis size to condom width. The table shows that there is a lot of overlap between condom sizes.

    We at Condom Monologues vehemently debunk the size-matters-myth. However, we DO agree that condom size matters for safety and pleasure.  Too baggy and the condom bunches and slips off; too tight and it pinches and rips.  Any man who is extremely larger than average (between 5″-6.0″ long) and has used a regular size condom knows what we are talking about when we say “pinch”.  In fact, a recent study by Kinsey Institute for Research in Sex, Gender and Reproduction found that 44% of males felt that the last condom they used did not fit and was typically tighter rather than loose-fitting.

    People have been asking how BIG the Trojan Magnum XL really is compared to other condoms on the market.  There are a lot of conflicting measurements and reviews out there; some reporting it as the widest condom; that it’s ideal if you are particularly thick; others say it is thinner and shorter than its competitor, Durex XXL.  One personnel from the Trojan marketing team even stated to NY Times that “you don’t have to be an overly endowed man to use a Magnum and enjoy it” (NY Times 2010).

    Unfortunately, Trojan’s doesn’t offer standardized dimensions.  They just classify condoms as “Regular”, “Large”, and “XL”, with no indication of actual size and shape.

    Here we pooled our research to offer objective info (we are not affiliated with any manufacturer) on the Magnum story: Why it was made, how popular it is, and how do its dimensions compare for those who need larger than average protection.  Please let us know whether this article has been helpful.

    Further recommendations for larger, wider, and longer condoms can be found at our Solutions Size Chart. Or try our latest tool, the Condom Calculator (launched Oct 2013) and our Table Converter for penis girth to condom width.

    XL History

    The Magnum line was introduced in the USA in 2001 and its popularity has grown to jumbo proportions.  According to NY Times, Magnum alone (not including other Trojan products) holds 18% share of the total condom market in 2010.  That is impressive considering that Durex has 14% of the USA condom market.  This demonstrates that there is a great demand for XL condoms and makes us wonder why there are not more companies offering XL.

    How XL is it?

    Well, this may seem to be a straight forward answer, but unfortunately, there are a lot of conflicting measurements across the web. And really, everyone is endowed with different preferences of what feels right for their unique size and shape.  So the best thing to do is test run a sample pack of large condoms.

    We’ve pooled together 7 different sizes from seven different sources (including undercover condoms, condom jungle, wow condoms, condom elite and others) and identified the smallest to largest measurements reported.  We also searched community forums and product reviews.

    We conclude that the Trojan Magnum XL is approximately 2.3″/58mm base width and 8.5″/216mm length.  This is about .5″ wider and 1.0″ longer than regular condoms.  If you are are 5.3″/134mm or larger in girth, the Magnum XL may be the best option for you.

    This site contains affiliate links. When you purchase products through these links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. These commissions help support our work in providing comprehensive sexual health information. We carefully select our affiliate partners and only recommend products we believe will be valuable to our readers. While we may receive compensation for purchases made through these links, this does not influence our reviews or recommendations. All opinions expressed are our own.