The product wasn't cheap either. It was around $75 after shipping. I was hesitant to buy it because of my experience with other jockstrap style catheters... but for the sake of trying to find something that works. I bought it.
Right off the bat, wearing it, it felt secure. Definitely wouldn't sleep with one on, but sitting, standing, walking... a breeze
The bag system is not universal. This is good and bad. The good is you get a strong secure fit. It's a wide connector that does not kink. It's from the catheter piece directly to the bag. No tubes The bag is sturdy enough to hang directly from the catheter, but can be secured to the leg as well.
They sell 2 options: A jockstrap and a boxer briefs style.While I'm not a big fan of the jockstrap style, I can't stand boxer briefs. It makes it too difficult, I've experienced anyway, to secure to the leg and/or drain the bag.
I came up with my own jockstrap/briefs method. I simply wear the jockstrap under the briefs and pull the tube out of the fly of the underwear, then connect the bag.
Wearing it in public was a tad embarrassing (no more so than wetting yourself) because there is a... ahem... sizable difference downstairs while wearing it. I'm an average sized (probably less than) guy "member" wise. So, the view when I look down takes me off guard.
I'm pretty self conscious about it and I can notice it when I'm wearing dress pants. Not so much with jeans... until I sit down. (I'll spare you the pic, you get the idea).
So, in all. I think this is, as the product title says, an "Active" device. It's good if you are just stepping out, doing some groceries, walking, getting around town. I did not have any leaks, but I've been close to full on a longer than normal road trip.
The good:
When sitting, urine does not collect in the tube due to a layer with holes to drain properly. There are no adhesives. Easy to clean.
The meh:
I've had no rashes, but I have had irritation but probably due to heat. The jockstrap leggings dig into the back of my legs.I wish there was a standard briefs style alternative.
The ugly:
The price. At least offer a 3 pack to save some money. Also, the elastic strap should be more secure. I've noticed that it has become less and less secure as I've washed it. I'd rather have an adjustable strap to account for this piece coming loose.
No accidents with it yet, but time will tell.
Stealth factor:
Pretty good... I mean if you are ok with people thinking you have a big johnson. There is no weird noise, except in the bag when you start to fill up, obviously.
Manufacturer support:
I guess this is going to be a new thing. I'll try to contact the manufacturer and see how responsive they are to questions. This is the email I sent. We'll see how long it takes them to respond and what their support options are:
Sent 4/29/2017
The strap on my Afex Active Core, that holds the device in place inside the underwear, is coming loose and not holding the catheter in place securely.Is there a warranty? I just bought it.
I'll keep this posted on if/when they respond.
