Quick Answer
For a plush, squishy feel with maximum give, choose the Super Soft Medium Batou. If you want slightly more structure and pressure while retaining flexibility, the Soft Medium Batou is your better fit.
Why Firmness Matters for the Medium Batou
The Medium Batou has a pronounced head (1.7 inches diameter) and a gently tapering shaft. Firmness directly affects how that head feels during insertion and how the toy responds to body movement. Softer silicones collapse more under pressure, making the toy feel smaller and gentler, while firmer options maintain more of the toy's shape and texture.
Trade-Offs Between Super Soft and Soft
Super Soft (0020) is the most yielding silicone Strange Bedfellas offers. It bends and compresses easily, which can make insertion of the 1.7-inch head feel less intense. However, the lack of structure may reduce sensation for users who prefer distinct pressure or texture feedback.
Soft (0030) provides a middle ground. It still has noticeable squish but holds its shape better during use. This gives a bit more resistance and can help the head provide more targeted stimulation. The trade-off is a slightly less plush overall feel.
How to Choose Between Soft and Super Soft
- Start with your sensitivity level: If you are new to silicone toys or prefer very gentle sensations, Super Soft minimizes the feeling of the toy's girth. If you want to feel the head and shaft more distinctly, Soft provides a clearer shape.
- Consider your intended use: For longer wear or sessions where you want the toy to 'disappear' a bit, Super Soft is more comfortable. For more active play where you want the toy to stay in place and provide consistent pressure, Soft works better.
- Check the color options: Super Soft is available in yellow, orange, red, black, and glow. Soft comes in white, pink, yellow, and blue. Choose based on your visual preference, but note that glow is exclusive to Super Soft. If glow-in-the-dark is a must, Super Soft is your only option.
Product Facts
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Medium Batou -- Super Soft silicone -- B-3240: Firmness: Super Soft (0020). Available in yellow, orange, red, black, and glow colors. The 0020 density makes this toy extremely pliable, ideal if you prefer a gentle, cushiony sensation with minimal pressure.
Medium Batou -- Super Soft silicone -- B-3240
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Medium Batou -- Soft silicone -- B-3241: Firmness: Soft (0030). Available in white, pink, yellow, and blue colors. The 0030 density offers a balance of squish and structure, giving you more feedback from the toy's shape while still feeling soft.
Medium Batou -- Soft silicone -- B-3241
Which Firmness Fits You?
Best For
- Users who want the gentlest possible insertion and a very plush, yielding feel
- Those who prefer minimal texture feedback and a toy that compresses easily
Not For
- Users who want distinct shape retention or more pressure during use
- Those who need the toy to maintain its full girth without significant compression