Abena Abri-San Premium X-Plus

Bottom line

If your incontinence is mild and you don't want to wear a brief-style diaper or disposable underwear, reviewers say Abena Abri-San pads are one of the most absorbent pads on the market. While the Abena Abri-San is constructed with a leak guard and a waterproof plastic backing, the product is not nearly as leak-proof as a brief-style adult diaper fastened with tape. Pads, however, are less bulky while still offering reasonable absorbency.

Performance

A great solution to occasional or mild-to-moderate incontinence. According to adult diaper retailer NationalIncontinence.com, the largest version of the Abri-San, the Abri-San X-Plus, absorbs a total of 114 ounces -- a shockingly high capacity for a disposable pad. However, the pads may be better suited to patients with mild to moderate incontinence than patients with severe incontinence because they can be prone to leaks say users at Amazon.com. A contributor to Drugstore.com pointed out that the pads, which contain standing cuffs of hydrophobic, non-woven material for extra leakage protection, are effective for daytime use as a precautionary measure against accidents.

Ease of use

Lightweight, comfortable, and easy to remove. Abri-San pads have a distinct advantage over other incontinence products in one respect: They aren't as bulky as traditional disposable diapers, so they can be worn discreetly inside regular underwear or washable mesh pants. In addition, the Super and X-Plus sizes provide nearly the same absorbency levels as full briefs without the hassle of tape tabs. Their design also allows for easy removal, as users can simply tear them out of the host underwear and replace them without getting undressed. Users at Drugstore.com praised the enhanced comfort and breathability of the product's soft, cloth-like exterior.

Odor absorption

Double absorption core designed to neutralize smells. Abri-San pads contain a two-layer, super-absorbent core designed to protect the skin and prevent the development of unpleasant odors. Experts and owners don't remark upon the effectiveness of this feature, although one user at Amazon.com says the pads did a remarkable job containing the overall mess and stench of fecal discharge.