The cost of condoms depends on where you buy them, brand, type and in what quantity.
In Australia, condoms cost, on average, between $0.50 – $2.50 each from online and retail stores however condoms are also available for free from family planning clinics.
The three main brands in most retail and online stores in Australia are Ansell, Durex & Four Seasons.
For our comparison test, we have taken a sample of 15 different types of condoms available at Woolworths supermarket.
We’ve also included pricing from two independent condom brands, Momentum and jonny whose condoms can be bought directly via their website or other online retailers.
Retail Condom Prices
Prices checked and updated November 2022.
Woolworths – Popular Condoms
| Condom | Type | Price | Quantity | $/Condom |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ansell LifeStyles Assorted | Variety | $9.90 | 20 | $0.50 |
| Ansell LifeStyles Ultra Thin | Ultra Thin | $9.90 | 20 | $0.50 |
| Ansell LifeStyles Ultra Thin | Ultra Thin | $6.50 | 10 | $0.65 |
| Ansell LifeStyles Regular | Regular | $9.90 | 20 | $0.50 |
| Ansell LifeStyles Regular | Regular | $6.50 | 10 | $0.65 |
| Ansell LifeStyles Large | Large | $9.90 | 20 | $0.50 |
| Ansell Lifestyles Zero | Non-latex | $9.00 | 10 | $0.90 |
| Ansell Lifestyles Ultimate | Ribbed | $6.50 | 10 | $0.65 |
| Durex Featherlite Ultra Thin | Ultra Thin | $15.00 | 30 | $0.50 |
| Durex Featherlite Ultra Thin | Ultra Thin | $6.80 | 10 | $0.68 |
| Durex Regular | Regular | $15.00 | 30 | $0.50 |
| Durex Pleasure Me | Ribbed | $6.50 | 10 | $0.65 |
| Four Seasons Naked Closer | Ultra Thin | $7.00 | 12 | $0.58 |
| Four Seasons Naked Larger | Large | $7.00 | 12 | $0.58 |
| Four Seasons Naked Delay Stimulation | Ribbed | $7.00 | 12 | $0.58 |
Independent Condom Brands
| Condoms | Type | Price | Quantity | $/Condom |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Momentum Condoms For HER/HIM/THEM | Regular | $19.99 | 10 | $1.99 |
| jonny Weekender | Regular | $9.95 | 6 | $1.65 |
| jonny Lovers Dozen | Regular | $15.95 | 13 | $1.22 |
| Sokkie Ultra Thin | Ultra Thin | $19.90 | 12 | $1.66 |
Condom costs by Brand
In our research, Durex is the most affordable condom brand in Australia, with an average cost per condom of 58 cents.
Ansell also offers both the most expensive condom available (Skyn at 89c per condom) and the cheapest condom in the Ansell Lifestyles Regular 24 Pack, ‘coming in’ at just 33 cents each.
In contrast, Momentum condoms are the most expensive brand of the four at $1.95 per condom.
Note: To ascertain cost fairly between brands, we included all condom types except Non-latex as these are premium condoms that, depending on the range provided by the brand, heavily skew the average pricing.
Condom Type & Material
No surprises that your plain, jane, regular condoms are the cheapest kind at $0.55 a piece.
Generally, you pay more for a condom with some kind of feature.
Large
If you’re larger than the average man, then you’re looking at a 5% premium (+3 cents) to ‘go large’ and buy yourself a condom that fits.
Ribbed
Wanting to make things interesting and add ribbed edges to the equation? That’s a pricey 15% premium (+10 cents).
Ultra-Thin
Equally, in a rare instance of ‘less in more’ in this conversion, you’ll also pay a 5% premium for ‘ultra-thin’ condoms containing less material than standard, regular condoms.
Non-Latex
Finally, the highest premium at a whopping 65% increase (+35 cents), is paid for non-latex condoms (E.g. polyisoprene)
These condoms are more-so marketed as ‘ultra-ultra-thin’, E.g. Ansell Skyn, than to cater for those with latex allergies. Why? The material commonly used (polyisoprene) is more expensive than natural latex to source and manufacture into condoms.
Buying Condoms Online vs Offline
The addition of postage fees for buying smaller quantities of condoms (E.g. 12/24 packs) can make buying condoms online more expensive than simply walking into a retail supermarket or chemist.
Online condom stores, however, do provide the luxury of a much wider selection of condoms, catering for a wider range of sizes (from 48 – 60mm nominal width) – which is key to finding a condom that fits well – as well as additional brands, materials, colours and flavours.
You are also more likely to find vegan-friendly condoms and condoms free of parabens from specialist condom brands not normally found in retail stored.
Most importantly, online stores offer the ability to order condoms in bulk.
If you’re not sure which condom is best suited to you we recommend testing a variety of different condoms. Have a read of our guide to the best condoms available on the market for you to try.
Buying Condoms in Bulk
If you are a regular condom user then you may benefit from buying condoms in bulk. You can buy bulk boxes of 144 condoms from Ansell, Four Seasons and Glyde.
Buying condoms in bulk is a lot cheaper.
If you back yourself to use them before expiry then go for it and not only do you get to enjoy more sex, but you’ll also enjoy the thought in the back of your mind of the savings you’re making. Or maybe thats just me….
Anyway, a box of 144 Ansell condoms will cost around $35 plus P&P, say of $8 via Australia Post. $43 for 144 condoms equates to $0.29 per condom. If you have an Amazon prime membership you may be able to grab free delivery which brings the price down further.,
Glyde also offer condoms in bulk in boxes of 100 for ~$25 retail reflecting $0.25 per condom.
Online stores also often have sales and/or free shipping offers which can make this even more affordable.
What’s The Most Expensive Way to Buy Condoms?
Buying single 1-pack of condoms via vending machines in bathrooms at pubs, bars, clubs, gas stations etc is, by far, the most expensive way to buy condoms however it is still a damn sight cheaper than kids 🙂
Frequently Asked Questions
In Australia condoms cost between $0.50 – $2 each. The cost of condoms varies depending on brand, type, quantity and where they are purchased.
Buying condoms in bulk packs (100 or 144) is the cheapest way to buy condoms, saving up to 50% on retail cost.
Durex offer the cheapest condoms when comparing regular condom packets. (12-24 per pack) from retail stores at $0.58 per condom.