Tena Slip Maxi Review

BusterBunny, my boots only sell there own brand of actual adult nappys (i dont like pull ups, they just don't make me feel as good as real nappies with tapes do) so thats all i use, i pay £7.50 for a 10 pack and they're quiet nice and comfy, I'm just waiting on my girlfriend to finish her tv program to put me in my nappy, I'll do a review of them in the new few days if people would like one. They're great value for money and so easily available. Takes me no more than 20 minutes to go buy some nappies, come home and have my girlfriend change me. Life is sweet [emoji4]


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I think this tena maxi was discontinued sometime ago, i don't really like the new ones though
 
Cloth or plastic backed, these are my favourite. Very lady like.
 
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Sgdlboy said:
I think this tena maxi was discontinued sometime ago, i don't really like the new ones though
I also bought new stash and there is lack of plastic on them...is this something new or ?
Because there is a difference, if you buy dark blue package there is more plastic on diapers (they are more crinkle), and if you buy light blue version there is less - but that is only my assumption, so is there anyone to confirm that please ?
 
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The normal Tena Maxi is now cotton feel. But in a few countries you get the Tena Maxi Active fit, which has a plastic cover. It is still my favourite daily diaper.
 
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Thank you pinkpanther! I thought so...but I also have a hunch that maybe old packs still had that plastic cover (see attached file).
Anyhow, I will buy that old package just to find about that.

Don't know why, but I don't like that cotton feel on diapers but plastic...It gives different sound and feel.
 

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tillylenn said:
Thank you pinkpanther! I thought so...but I also have a hunch that maybe old packs still had that plastic cover (see attached file).
Anyhow, I will buy that old package just to find about that.

Don't know why, but I don't like that cotton feel on diapers but plastic...It gives different sound and feel.
Yes, older packages have plastic cover...but all I find is L size and I am M...
Also these new cotton cover diapers seems to me less leakage adsorbent...so, they leak more than same diaper with plastic cover...but maybe my emotions are interfere with my judgement...
 
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If you are looking for a wholly plastic Tena nowadays, search for Tena Active fit. It's just like the old school ones I think and it even has an even higher absorbancy than Maxi, the Ultima.
 
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ShortGuy said:
If you are looking for a wholly plastic Tena nowadays, search for Tena Active fit. It's just like the old school ones I think and it even has an even higher absorbancy than Maxi, the Ultima.
We also stock these on Rearz.ca for those in North America.
 
Saw this thread and was super excited about the Tena Ultima. Loved the old plastic Maxi, and a slightly thicker version sounded great.

Ordered from Rearz on Weds, and they are already scheduled to arrive in the Southern US on Monday. Companies that ship this fast rock!
 
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Enjoy. I've got one pack left of Active Fit Ultima. I think I will keep these long term and wear the odd one now and again. Currently trying out the new Drylife M4 .
 
Sadly another premium diaper on a downward spiral. They used to be legendary good wich even kida justified their prices. But they have gone down in the last 10 years. Not as bad as Attends but still saddening.

Cheers
 
shibapawz said:
Great review OP! I'd like to add that these diapers are great for active folks. I like to wear diapers out and about when I'm hiking from time to time and these are one of the few brands that is extremely comfy to wear out on like hikes. They are designed very well. My only complaint is that they don't distribute wetness as well as I'd like and I end up soaking the front and the back will stay all dry. Great diapers though - love the look and feel of these. Hope they stay plastic backed for years to come!
Do these diapers sag when full of pee pee?
 
Tena Active Fit Maxi plastic back diapers are a good daytime diaper for discretion. Even better; however is the more absorbent Ultima that is still discreet for daytime, and depending on wetting volume, also good at night.
 
Have folks tried the super stretch? How is it? Is it available in Europe, or just America?
 
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The Tena Slip Maxi is a premium line of taped adult diapers produced by the SCA Group and sold in markets worldwide. It is particularly popular in the United Kingdom and other European markets. Recently, it has begun to appear for sale in the United States.

As with most adult diapers, the Tena Slip comes in a number of different absorbency classes and sizes. In the Tena Slip line, Maxi is the most absorbent followed by the Super, and then the Plus. The available sizes for this line of diapers vary between markets.

This is a review of the medium sized Tena Slip Maxi which fits 28-43" sized waists. The small and large versions fit 20-31" and 39-59" waists respectively. This diaper was bought in the United Kingdom in the early months of 2013.



Appearance, Size and Features


The Tena Slip Maxi comes with all the features you'd expect from a premium diaper: an elastic waistband, standing leak guards, wetness indicators and refastenable tapes. It doesn't have cute pictures or patterns, but it does have a purple color!

When folded, the diaper has a width of 18.5 cm (7.2 in) and a length of 23 cm (9 in). The front of the diaper is printed with Tena logos, size information and the absorbency level. To the best of my knowledge, the purple spots are purely for decoration.

The smooth plastic landing zone allows you to refasten and reposition the tapes easily. As putting on a diaper can require multiple attempts, this can be the difference between a poor and leaky fit or a good and snug fit. The purple boxes are innovative tape positioning guides.

The yellow lines, which run most of the length of the diaper, are the wetness indicators. They turn green when the diaper is wet and fade entirely if the diaper becomes "too" wet. These can be useful if someone else is keeping an eye on the state of the diaper.

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Front and Back


Most adult diapers have a roughly equal amount of pulp, which is used for wicking away moisture, and absorbent material, which is known as SAP. However, the Tena Slip Maxi has significantly more absorbent material than pulp. This makes them appear deceptively thin when first unpacked. A 3 stack of Tena Slip Maxi's are 6.5 cm (2.5 in) in total height. An individual diaper is therefore 2.1 cm (.8 in) thick.

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3 Diaper Stack


The Tena Slip Maxi has four tapes: two on each side of the diaper. The tapes themselves are small and thin but surprisingly strong and stretchy. Unfortunately, a common complaint is that the tapes have a habit of "disconnecting" from the wings of the diaper when fastened too tight.

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Tena Slip Maxi Tapes


The Tena Slip Maxi is sold with a plastic backing in most markets, with the notable exception of Australia. The plastic feels smooth and soft to the touch and, while it does crinkle, it isn't particularly loud. There is an elastic waistband on the back of the diaper.

When unfolded, the diaper measures 71 cm (28 in) in length, 25 cm (10 in) across the core, and has a 54 cm (21 in) width from wing to wing. The diaper is quite stretchy which enables it to fit different body shapes fairly well.

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Outside Detail


The non-absorbent surfaces inside the diaper are lined with a soft cloth-like cover. This helps to reduce the chafing problems which often occur with other plastic backed diapers. The surface is also covered with a "Feel Dry" layer which aims to keep moisture away from the skin.

Standing leak guards run the length of the diaper which curve slightly inwards towards the ends. These are often stuck down when the diaper is first unpacked, but they can be easily reopened by gently pulling them back into a standing position.

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Inside Detail



Performance and Fit


Most online retailers give the absorbency range of a Tena Slip Maxi as 2100-3900mL. These high values may well be possible in a carefully controlled lab environment, but probably not in real day-to-day situations. An objective absorbency test was conducted in an attempt to simulate real world usage.

The test involved pouring 100 mL increments of water down the front of the diaper and then sitting in a chair for 30 seconds to check for leaks. Mild dampness was noticed around the inside of the leg gathers after 1600 mL, and an actual leak occurred at 1900mL.

As mentioned earlier, the Tena Slip Maxi has a much higher amount of absorbent material in relation to pulp than most other diapers. This means it can swell up significantly. A saturated Tena Slip Maxi measured 9.5 cm (3.7in) in thickness.

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Dry/Wet Comparison


Absorbency is a good measure of performance, but a good diaper also needs to be comfortable, convenient, and usually discreet. I put this to the test by wearing the Tena Slip Maxi diaper over the course of an average day.

The diaper lasted for approximately six hours before it became necessary to change. This was under normal usage with no flooding, a small amount of powder, and no barrier creams. The main reason to change wasn't due to a risk of leaking, but due to several tapes being on the brink of failure.

In terms of noise, the diaper is audible but only in a quiet environment. The sound of normal everyday clothing can mostly cover the sound. This makes the diaper fun to wear at home where a noisy crinkle can be welcome, but also practical to wear in public where discretion is needed.

The plastic backing was comfortable against the skin with very little chafing noticed. The cloth-like inner cover was also soft against the skin and kept the diaper feeling comfortable when wet. This makes the diaper practical for long term use.

According to the packaging, the Tena Slip Maxi medium is designed for a hip size of 28-43 in. During testing, the diaper fitted very well on a waist size of approximately 32 in, without being too loose or too tight.



Price and Final Thoughts


The Tena Slip Maxi is available in stores and is also widely available online. The diapers used in this review came out of a case purchased from Dorset Nursing Supplies in the United Kingdom. The case cost £53.24 (approx. $82.45 US) including delivery, which works out to be £0.85 ($1.32) per diaper.

Cases are branded with the SCA and Tena logos, but this can be covered up by most retailers on request. The packs themselves are bright blue and do feature a large picture of the diaper, so it may be worth checking with the retailer before ordering if privacy is a concern.

These diapers have good absorbency, premium features and a comfortable fit. The design gives the impression of having been well-thought-out, tried, tested and improved. The weak tapes are the only noticeable negative point.

Overall, a great diaper at a good price point.
How does it feel when peed, could you show me a wet one
 
Danielgartin6993 said:
How does it feel when peed, could you show me a wet one
I'm sure he'll have a photo of that for you from 2013
 
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Quick calculation, i've used over 10.000 Tena Slip Purple (maxi). In Europe they don't have any plastic anymore apart from the tab and the bag. It was the hospital that chose for me, they tried the green but it wasn't a match.

They do get more loose but it is designed to last just a few hours. Overnight you should have protective pads on the bed.
I have an issue with the wings ripping when you grab a tab, sometimes it's a whole bag that is sensitive but otherwise a true companion.
 
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Quick calculation, i've used over 10.000 Tena Slip Purple (maxi). In Europe they don't have any plastic anymore apart from the tab and the bag. It was the hospital that chose for me, they tried the green but it wasn't a match.

They do get more loose but it is designed to last just a few hours. Overnight you should have protective pads on the bed.
I have an issue with the wings ripping when you grab a tab, sometimes it's a whole bag that is sensitive but otherwise a true companion.
The plastic-backed Tena Slip Maxi (the one with the feint purple pattern) is still available widely within Europe, including the UK, within Tena’s ‘Active Fit’ brand/range. There is also a slightly higher capacity version Tena Actve Fit Ultima too.

I wear both of these regularly and I find these plastic-backed versions perfect, no clumping, sagging and the tapes remain firmly in place. 😊
 
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