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After running a sex doll store for 1 year, I learned a lot about top sex doll brands and manufacturers. This included recognizing all their dolls, specifications, customization options, and more. However, there is always more to learn. Since then, I continued to learn about sex dolls for another 3+ years, eagerly reading about various doll owners’ experiences. I think it’s safe to say I know a lot about sex dolls! I have a wealth of knowledge regarding top doll brands, manufacturers, vendors, industry news, and more! My specialty includes information about manufacturers and brands, identifying trustworthy vendors, and blogging about sex doll news.

Free free to comment below and ask me anything!

If your question is more personal or confidential, you can email me at steven@celesdolls.com.

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  1. Randy

    Is my robot doll a safe site to buy from for the usa

    1. Steven

      Hi Randy,
      Yes. They are one of the websites I recommend.

  2. Jerad

    I’m interested in getting an aotume doll but don’t like that none of their heads allow oral and was thinking of using a head from another brand, are doll house 168 heads compatible with aotume doll bodies?

    1. Steven

      Hi Jerad,
      Sorry, I don’t know off the top of my head whether a DH168 head fits on an Aotume body or not. Most doll heads use the same M16 bolt so it’s possible but I recommend asking a vendor to be sure. Some things to note when mixing and matching brands is the skin tone might not look the same, the head/body proportions might be different, and the head/connection could look weird depending on how much the brands differ.

    1. Steven

      Hi Mark,
      That is a 168cm JY Doll. I don’t remember the name of the head. It’s an old video. If you Google 168cm JY Doll, you might find it.

  3. Chris

    Thanks Chris ! if any user has an idea I’d really appreciate it. it could really be groundbreaking cause they do seem like amaizing dolls. I love innovation and to see the industry move ahead. I guess modifications is the key and if anyone can make it happen that would be great. Why not add an attachable head? it only makes sence right. thanks

  4. chris

    Hello. Are you familiar with the company Tantaly. I recently purchased the brittany doll but they only sell headless torso’s. First of of all i’d lappreciate to know your opinion about the company. and 2nd do you think I could find a compaitible head from another manufacture. Thanks

    1. Steven

      Hi Chris,
      Tantaly is a legit brand and has good reviews from what I’ve seen and heard, but I don’t own one so I can’t personally vouch for them. Unless the Tantaly torso has a neck connection for the typical M16 bolt that most sex doll heads have, you probably can’t put a head on it. I don’t know what the Tantaly skeleton looks like, but I’m guessing there’s no threads for a head. It might be possible to do some modifications, but I don’t think you can simply put a head on it by default.

  5. Charles

    Hello Steven,

    I’ve looked at a good amount of doll vendors now, and have came to the conclusion on some that caught my interest. However, I’ve become increasingly suspicious due to the amount of scams that infest the internet. I was just wondering if you could offer me some advice on which one of these three either look like a scam, a gamble, or an almost guarantee deal. Thanks in advance.

    Website 1: https://zlovedoll.com/ | Interested: https://zlovedoll.com/product/greta-160cm/

    Website 2: https://www.ainidoll.com/ | Interested: https://www.ainidoll.com/product/paityn-classic-sex-doll-5%e2%80%b24-163cm-cup-e-ready-to-ship/

    Website 3: https://vsdoll.com/ | Interested: https://vsdoll.com/collections/bbw-sex-dolls/products/monique-5ft-3in-160cm-l-cup-big-boobs-real-love-doll

    1. Steven

      Hi Charles,
      All 3 websites sell knockoff dolls, which are imitations of name-brand dolls (which is why they are so cheap). Having said that, I’ll give my opinion about each of the websites. Zlovedoll has a list of many different brands but clearly they are knockoffs based on the prices (especially the ones in their in-stock section). Most of their dolls seem to be from the factory that makes Aibei dolls. Dolls from that factory are usually decent quality (assuming the dolls are actually from there). I wouldn’t attempt to buy an authentic doll from them, but it could be a good deal if their smaller brands are legit. Ainidoll also sells knockoff dolls but I heard good reviews about them so their dolls seem worth the price at least. They’re probably the better ones on the list, although I can’t believe they photoshopped “Ainidoll” onto the side of an airplane in the “Ready to ship” section. That is just comical. Lastly, based on VS Doll’s prices, you will get the bottom of the barrel, cheapest knockoff dolls from them. What you receive from them will be a complete gamble. Everything from that website is just stolen. In the end, they’re all a gamble. Some are better than others. Make sure to do some research first, contact them before ordering, and know the return/refund policy in case something goes wrong.

  6. Jerad

    I had a question about clothing for dolls. I’ve heard that you need to be careful about which outfits you dress your doll in because some clothes can stain the doll, how do you tell which outfits can stain and if there’s any way to make it so the outfits won’t stain the doll.

    1. Steven

      Hi Jerad,
      The general rule of thumb to avoid staining is to stick with white or light-colored clothing. Darker and deeper colors tend to stain more easily. Some clothing will stain no matter how many times you wash it and some won’t at all. There’s a lot of factors at play here such as natural vs synthetic material (natural stains less), the dye setting process, colors, etc. Generally, you want white/light-colored clothes, preferably not too tight or rough in texture. You can test clothing on a piece of TPE or part of your doll see whether it stains or not. Some people suggest putting a body stocking on the doll to prevent staining from darker clothes. Unfortunately, there’s a lot of trial-and-error. Sometimes washing is enough and sometimes it isn’t. Testing the clothing on some TPE or using body stockings seems like a good suggestion.

        1. Steven

          Hi Jerad,
          I’m not an expert on clothing. Like I said, it’s really trial and error. Maybe a small or medium but it depends on the clothing brand and type of clothing. I suggest using the size charts for reference. You can also order multiple sizes to see which fit (assuming you can return the ones that don’t). Once you figure out what fits and what doesn’t, it makes future clothing purchases much easier.

  7. Matt

    Hi, I just want some of your input as I been looking into dolls a lot lately. My latest point is on sexdollgenie.com, Adelina the elf girl (seems to be a pretty good vendor with the slight savings on a flight case with the white glove service and the SDG 2021 promo). I got some questions of course.
    – I was about to get the moaning/heating system until I heard about how bad they were. Unless their systems are good now, I’m assuming I need a electric blanket for heating purposes. If there is no specific one I need, can you recommend one for me?
    – What do you do with outfits? I assume the dolls come in naked, because when I was browsing myrobotdoll.com, I noticed most if not all have this “The doll is sold without any of the clothes shown in the photos.” I think it is safe to say sexdollgenie.com is the same. I stopped considering Aibei’s Lindt doll because that lovely outfit does not come along with it. Couldn’t identify it online either. While I’d like to say I can try to buy something that can fit, I don’t have the money nor the creativity for that. I am so bad at it, that I even chose all 3 horns, gloves, and necklaces ($275) just to be safe. I heard something about buying a bra for the doll so the big gel breasts do not tear off, is this true?
    – Is the jelly breasts in the “additional features” the same as gel-filled in “breast type”?
    – Is the Evo skeleton the same as shrugging shoulders? I saw in others’ doll sites where the terms have been used interchangeably, unless I misunderstood something. If they aren’t the same, I’m going to use the SDG 2021 promo code to get a free EVO skeleton and also selecting shrugging shoulder (free) to get both at the same time.
    I have asked some questions for sexdollgenie’s support team, but they are not online at the moment apparently, and I also wanted your experienced input as a third-party to see if most things backup each other. Thanks!

    1. Steven

      Hi Matt,
      1. The heating and moaning system is still not worth it in my opinion. The heating system is very slow and uneven, the moaning system can be awkward and repetitive, and the electronics can break at any time. Many people recommend heating blankets but you still have to be careful with those. They can damage the doll if used incorrectly. There isn’t a specific one that I recommend.
      2. Most dolls only come with a bikini/lingerie set and not the clothing in the photos. Clothing for dolls is really trial and error since not all clothing fits the same. One method would be to compare the doll specifications with the clothing brand’s size charts. You can also receive the doll, measure her, and then browse stores with the measurements. There’s a lot of doll clothing info online if you Google it. It’s true that big, heavy breasts can result in tearing long-term if left unsupported due to the weight. It shouldn’t be a problem for the doll you’re looking at, but it’s just something to consider.
      3. Yes, jelly breasts is the same as gel-filled.
      4. “Evo skeleton” originally referred to a new flexible skeleton by Piper Doll/Doll Forever. For some reason, some vendors started calling all skeleton upgrades “Evo.” WM/Jinsan has a skeleton upgrade called shrugging shoulders but some vendors call it Evo skeleton. It’s basically the same thing.

      1. Matt

        Truly the doll connoisseur, thanks for your quick reply!

        Just some question that came to my mind, are there dates for big sales on dolls or the vendors just do little sales randomly where it’s like -$400, -$200 etc? Else I might wait for some big moment lol

        1. Steven

          Most vendors randomly have sales but there’s usually one on big holidays like Black Friday, Christmas, etc. Some have summer sales right now. It’s pretty much random except for big holidays.

  8. Zack

    Hey Steven,
    are u still on here …. last 7 jan 2021 says no …. if u respond, I have a question to ask )
    Zack

    1. Steven

      Hi Zack,
      I am still here. Feel free to ask your question.

      1. Zack

        Steven,
        yes, sorry was looking at the bottom post … 1st the stupid, so all these ~$500, $600 ebay dolls are shit ? … like not even close to acceptable ? … other question is, are the dolls on the “legit site” spartandolls (who have a decent selection of female dolls btw) authentic ?

        1. Steven

          Hi Zack,
          All the ones on Ebay below $1000 are knockoff dolls using stolen photos. They’re not all bad by default. It depends on the seller, which factory the dolls are from, and what your expectations are, but most of them are low quality so it ends up being a big gamble. All the dolls on SpartanLover should be authentic. However, their prices do seem a little higher than other websites. For a decent quality $500 doll, you can also check out Kimber Doll.

          1. zack

            bought a $500 one off ebay … it is badass … fingers and toes can be articulated, but are flimsy ish … head is perfect and rest is top notch … given, I don’t have a top dollar one to compare it to … but for the savings, I’m happy, very happy … seller abydoll is LEGIT, for inexpensive fake dolls

    1. Steven

      Hi Cristian,
      I’m not a big fan of that website. They don’t mention the brand names and are missing customization options. They probably sell knockoff dolls, and their prices aren’t great either so it’s not really worth the risk in my opinion.

    1. Steven

      Hi Cristian,
      The Silver Doll is legit. However, I have never ordered from them so I don’t know anything about their customer service. You should do a little research or try contacting them first. Good luck.

  9. André

    I don’t know where to ask this so I’ll try here. Many of your responses were useful, thank you.

    Titfucking.. (is there a better word?)
    How well can B or C cup dolls have their breasts squeezed together? I imagine no problems above D; I expect D to be the limit maybe.
    Your thoughts on minimum cup size for squeezing breasts together?

    Would there be a big difference between silicon and TPE for this? I presume gel filled better than hollow.

    Thank you

  10. Adam

    Hi can you tell me your thoughts on kimber doll?

    1. Steven

      Hi Adam,
      I don’t have a Kimber Doll, but I have heard that they are good quality and well worth the price. I have only heard good things about them so far. You can find more information about Kimber Doll here: https://dollforum.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=489 Hopefully, that helps.

  11. Willy

    Hey Steven,

    I would like to know if http://www.bululu.shop is a legit website. The dolls they are offering there are really cheap for what They supposed to be. Iam interested to buy my first doll and it shouldn’t cost more than 600-700$. Because it’s my first time I don’t want to experience something bad. Or could you recommend some websites or dolls in the price class up to 700$?

    1. Steven

      Hi Willy,
      Judging from the photos and prices, they sell knockoff dolls from Aliexpress. Most of their photos are stolen from elsewhere so what you receive is an imitation/counterfeit of what you see. Ordering these kinds of dolls are always a gamble. If you’re lucky, you’ll get a decent doll for the price, but you could also receive something very bad. Like I said, it’s a gamble ordering from these kinds of websites. For a doll around that price, you can check out Kimber Doll or a smaller doll at TheDollChannel.

  12. joshua

    iv seen some resent development on an anthropomorphic feline head. where can i find it and how much?

    1. Steven

      Hi Joshua,
      I assume you are referring to the one by Elsa Babe. You can order her directly from Elsa Babe at elsababe.com, or from a vendor such as MyRobotDoll or Dollto-China.

      1. Al

        Hi Steven,
        Have you seen any reviews about the new SE doll silicone dolls? I’m considering buying one but I haven’t been able to find much info

  13. Mitron

    Hi, im trying to see what kind of just stand-alone breasts or pussy+breasts combinatin I can get rather than the entire thing or doll. Not only cheaper, but what I prefer. Not that i don’t have enough room tho. im curious, what would be the best? Looking for large nips too, thanks. Also hopefully under 100. Scored a 16$ pocket p from a sex shop that seems very high quality that i still use over a year later with lube. I wash it out after each use ofc. Thanks

    1. Steven

      Hi Mitron,
      Unfortunately, I don’t know of any breasts or sex torsos for under $100. The ones under $100 tend to be very small in size, like half the size of a real person. For full sized torsos, Tantaly is a popular website that offers them. For under $100, you can find cheap, random ones on Amazon or Ebay, but those are usually half or smaller size and lower quality. I would not recommend Amazon/Ebay for a full-sized doll though.

  14. John

    In your doll reviews do you know what the model of the JY Blond bent over is?

  15. OLAF

    Do you have or will you create an advanced article through your knowledge about TPE and Silicone?

    1. Steven

      Hi Olaf,
      Do you mean an article comparing TPE vs silicone, or something else regarding the materials? I wrote a post in 2019 comparing the two here: https://celesdolls.com/tpe-vs-silicone-sex-dolls/ It should still be fairly accurate although I may have to revisit and revise it slightly.

  16. Taylor

    Vsdoll legit?

    1. Steven

      Hi Taylor,
      They sell very cheap, knockoff dolls. Very likely the same ones from websites like Aliexpress. They will send something but it won’t look exactly like the photos and the quality will be a gamble and unpredictable.

  17. Tom

    Hi just a few questions about Aibei dolls.

    1) The brand is not listed in the top brands, is it a quality brand? It is being offered on Myrobotdoll.com and the dolls look really good, but they are quite a bit cheaper, which as the saying goes “what is too good to be true usually is”. Just wanted to make sure what you get from them would be good.
    2) They offer a heating and moaning option. Are these any good? It seems like a lot of brands offer this but Aibei was the only one to have a demonstration video. Seems like an interesting option, but just wanted to make sure.

    1. Steven

      Hi Tom,
      1. Aibei is a popular brand in Asia, but they aren’t very well-known in the West. From what I heard, their quality is decent and they are affordable. The reason they aren’t in my Complete List of Top Brands is because they make knockoff WM dolls in addition to their own original dolls. I don’t have experience with their dolls but heard that they are decent.
      2. As for the heating and moaning options, I never recommend the electronic options with dolls. They are almost never good. The internal heating is not good for TPE dolls because it can melt the TPE, promote mold growth, and heats very slowly and unevenly. The moaning feature is not good either because it plays a generic, Asian moaning sound, and can break and stop working. It’s better to play sounds from your phone than to waste money on the moaning feature.

  18. Luís

    Hi,

    Do you know rosemarydoll.com?
    The website seems very good, very detailed. They have replied me very quickly so far. They have reviews. It seems very legit.

    1. Steven

      Hi Luis,
      Rosemarydoll is based in China but they are probably legit. Everything looks correct with their site and dolls, and I spoke with Rose before. Should be safe to order from.

      1. Luís

        Thanks a lot, it gives me some piece of mind 🙂

        Btw, im sorry but i reposted this question in your other page about trusted companies, because this page wasnt the best suitable for the question.

      2. Aga Pito

        Steven and Luis
        I have bought two dolls from RoseMaryDolls. They were great, I got really good discounts and fantastic quality dolls. One of them is Jessica Rabbit – what an adorable doll. Their customer service is very responsive, they have been increasing their prices recently. They are totally legit.

  19. Bruce

    Hi, are there actually any chinese vendors that you would recommend, cause i live in Germany and as much as i have seen most of your recommended vendors are only shipping inside the US.

    1. Steven

      Hi Bruce,
      The vendors I recommend all ship globally. I don’t necessarily recommend Chinese vendors but Dollto-China, TheSilverDoll, and FineLoveDolls are all legit. If you live in Germany, try MyRobotDoll (which is based in EU) or Dollstudio (based in Germany).

  20. Taylor

    Ainidoll legit?

    1. Steven

      Hi Taylor,
      Some people told me that they had good experiences with Ainidoll, but they sell knockoff dolls. You will get an imitation of what you see in the photos for a lower price. Basically, it’s a choice between a cheaper knockoff doll vs a more expensive authentic doll. If you do plan to order from them, ask to see factory photos of the doll first so you know what you’re getting.

    2. Bruce

      Ok, thank you. That helps a lot. Cause it’s getting overwhelming with all that dollsites out there.

  21. Susan

    Dear Steve
    Recently, I usually see an ads about the http://www.shoppingdolls.com from Google and Facebook.
    The dolls look not bad. And there is a collection with cheap price just within $899.
    https://www.shoppingdolls.com/collections/sex-dolls-with-big-discounts
    They said these dolls are saved in warehouse in USA, so that the shipping fees had been reduced.. I don’t know the truth.
    It’s really an irrefusable price for me now.
    Can you tell me whether I should try to purchase it. My budgets are low…sorry
    Thank you your reply

      1. Steven

        Hi Lil,
        I would not order from that website. The prices are very low, no brand names, and they even spelled their own domain wrong multiple times in their About Us section. They look very unprofessional and untrustworthy to me. You might be able to find some similar mini dolls on TheDollChannel.

        1. Lil

          Thanks 😔

  22. Elias

    I’m looking to buy my first doll and I’m looking for a male doll. I don’t want to buy bad quality, but I was hoping to find find one around the $1000 dollar range rather than the $2000. I don’t want to end up buying a cheap replica, but I also don’t want to overpay. Do you have any recommendations for trusted, affordable sites that sell male model dolls?

    1. Steven

      Hi Elias,
      Unfortunately, I don’t know too much about male sex dolls. Female sex dolls are much more popular at the moment so the male doll selection is fairly limited. I recommend MyRobotDoll and SpartanLover for male dolls. Both are trustworthy, TDF-approved vendors, but they don’t have any around $1000. Most name-brand TPE sex dolls in general cost closer to $2000. Someone asked me about a brand called SEXYE in the past, who could possibly be one of SpartanLover’s suppliers, but I haven’t done enough research on it. Technically buying from SEXYE would be closer to $1000, but make sure you do your research first. There’s pretty good feedback on them on Dollforum, but I don’t vouch for them. Here is also a good resource on male dolls: https://dollforum.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=24&sid=1dfd4c153a1cf943d7b67275033960cd Good luck.

      1. Elias

        Thank you, in case anyone else is interested: I found that My Robot Doll from your list of trusted sites has really good prices compared to other sites, and since it is trusted seems like the best option.

  23. Robert

    Why is it so difficult to find any dolls on the taller side (5’10” – 6’00”), that DO NOT have giant proportions? I’m looking for one that has a good C cup to smaller D, with way less in the hips and trunk area like most of the taller models have. Think Karen Gillan as a reference.
    Thanks

    1. Steven

      Hi Robert,
      5’10”-6′ dolls are actually hard to find in general. I don’t think I’ve ever seen any dolls that tall. However, you are right that a lot of dolls have unrealistically large breasts and hips. Because many people are into that and they sell well, manufacturers continue making dolls like that. There are some tall and more petite dolls out there such as the WM 172cm B-cup, WM 172cm D-cup, and RLSD 174cm B-cup. There are also more options under 170cm, like the WM 166cm C-cup, which is very popular, but there aren’t too many really tall, petite dolls to choose from. Starpery also has a 171cm A-cup and C-cup. Might be worth a look.

  24. Adam

    Hi Steven,

    Your blogs are very impressive. I am new to dolls and have a lot of questions. I hope I can get some help from you.
    1. How likely the doll will be compared to the product pics posted on the site? I have my stimulus check in hand and want to do some serious shopping. I asked some sites but I got different answers. Some of them don’t even respond, including some sites listed on your trusted seller pages.
    2. How long does the shipping take? I understand most of them will be shipped from China. Does it usually ship by air? How long does it take if they said it’s economy shipping? Do I need to pay customs? I am from PA.

    I am sorry for so many questions. Thank you so much

    1. Steven

      Hi Adam,
      1. How similar the doll looks to the promo photos depends on the brand. Many brands like to touch up or enhance their photos, and a lot of them hire professional photographers who use professional lighting and custom makeup in their photoshoots, so although it’s the same doll, it can look noticably different in-person. Here is a good website with a lot of factory photos for comparison. The lighting in factories tend to be bad though so keep that in mind. https://www.sexdolls-factory-pictures.com/ Brands like Piper Doll look very similar to their promo photos.
      2. Shipping from China to the US usually takes 1 week. It ships by air. The production time is the longer part and depends on the brand. I never heard of manufacturers using economy shipping unless you are ordering from a random seller on Aliexpress or something. That could possibly take over a month. Also you don’t have to pay customs in the US.

      1. Adam

        Hi Steven,

        Thank you so much for your explanations. It makes a lot of sense. I looked at the link. It seems even the Piper Dolls look different from the promo photos. I guess it’s just an industry standard practice.

        I did some reach on about five different sites. I’ve reached out to them to verify what I’d be purchasing and over a week with no response except siliconwives and ainidoll. The interesting thing is the factory pics they sent to me are very similar. I guess they may have even the same OEM. I decided to go for ainidll since their price is less than 50% of siliconwives. I will let you know how it goes.

        Again, thank you for your advice!

  25. Surnow

    Is 6YE based in Japan or China?

    1. Steven

      Hi Surnow,
      6YE is based in China.

  26. louis

    Hi, Does anyone know if this site its legit or more likely a counterfeit .

    https://dailysexdoll.com/collections/british-warehouse

    The prices seem a bit to cheap compared to other websites.
    Their sale pitch seems good, but on the other hand they will not accept or give refunds unless doll arrives damaged.
    So not shoor what to make of it.
    i have tried to contact them but no reply as yet.
    Any advice or help be great.

    1. Steven

      Hi Louis,
      They are a Chinese company selling counterfeit dolls. Most of those photos are stolen from WM Doll and JY Doll, which usually cost twice the price. What you receive won’t look the same as in the photos and won’t be as high quality as an authentic doll. Their return policy is actually common for most sex doll vendors, but ordering from them is more risky because they sell knockoff dolls. It’s a gamble because you don’t know what you’re going to get.

      1. louis

        Hi Steven,
        Thank you for ur advice and help.
        I will order from ur trusted website off supplier’s.

  27. Mark

    Thanks to you, I have found sexdolls-shop.com 😍

    I first tried your second best choice because they were a bit cheaper but the customer service was nowhere near what I got with sexdolls-shop. These guys literally reply a few minutes after I send them my emails while all others take 1 or 2 days if they even reply.

    I ordered my doll, got well informed all along the process. The wait was a little long to get the factory pictures. It took them 2.5 weeks to build my doll and once approved by me, the doll was in my bed 7 days later!!

    My customer experience with them was absolutely fantastic. I could only hope I would be treated the same way with all other business I do business with!

    Thanks again for your guidance, your website and recommendations were a big help!

    1. Steven

      Hi Mark,
      Thanks for the review of Sexdolls-shop. I agree their customer service is top-notch. They have been very fast, helpful, and professional in my interactions with them. You might pay a little more, but you get superior service and peace of mind. They are an excellent vendor to order sex dolls from.

  28. Surnow

    Thanks for the quick response to my question.

    You say that WM Dolls and SE Dolls are made in the same factory, so I assume they are divisions of the same company. They sell in the same price range, so other than the heads and bodies, what are the differences between the two brands? Do they use different materials?

    Also, what do you think of thesilverdoll.com as a seller?

    1. Steven

      Hi Surnow,
      WM Doll and SE Doll are made in the same factory (Jinsan), but they are not the same company. Jinsan, which owns the WM Doll brand, is an OEM factory that manufactures dolls for other brands as well. Other than the different head and body designs, their quality is very similar and most likely made with the same TPE blend. TheSilverDoll is legit. The only reason they aren’t on my recommended list is because they are a Chinese vendor, and although there are good Chinese vendors out there, I rather play it safe by not including them for now.

  29. Surnow

    Who makes the doll in the photo on the right at the top of the Top Brands List page?

    1. Steven

      Hi Surnow,
      That is a XYcolo doll with the Vala head.

  30. Kevin

    Hi Steven,
    I am interested in realistic silicone dolls. Gynoid, Starpery, and Xycolo look amazing. I think out of those 3, Starpery may be the most affordable and looks to have the most options. As far as customer service and least amount of defects/shipping problems, do you have any recommendations among those 3 choices? I was almost ready to purchase the Starpery because several vendors on TDF carry them, and I really like the way the heads and bodies look, but they are still really new to silicone from what I have seen. While the silicone versions aren’t cheap, they seem to be more reasonably priced from Starpery than the competition. They may not be as perfect as Gynoid, but I am not sure $4K – $5K is worth it. I crossed Sinodoll off my list after seeing some people with negative experiences dealing with Sinodoll’s customer service.

    1. Steven

      Hi Kevin,
      Since those brands are fairly new, I don’t know too much about them. Starpery does seem to be really popular lately. As you mentioned, I believe Starpery is the most affordable and fastest to produce out of the 3. You may have to talk to some vendors since I don’t know about the manufacturers’ customer service or defect/shipping problems. TDF is probably your best resource. This page has a forum section for those 3 brands and includes some customer reviews: https://dollforum.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=57 Good luck.

  31. Mr. I dont know

    I will contact “Sexdolls-shop” for some factory fotos from your ” ( An alternative might be the WM 157cm B-cup with the same head (#70) ) …. All other foto too much photoshop pics, I dont trut this fotos, sorry.
    If they dont send me or they dont reply ….. forget this company.

    .How quickly (timewise) should a vagina cleaning (independently fixed or removable) take place after use (mostly probably without a condom) ?

    I’m comfortable in this. 5 minutes of fun and then 20 minutes of cleaning is probably not my thing. Better 2 x fun within 30-45 minutes, and then a general cleaning.
    Acceptable without harm ?
    If not acceptable, I probably need a removable vagina …. which, according to several reports: does not look so realistic (Lips) and also the feeling and as well as direct hit during hard sex (you do not hit the entrance) … probably much worse should be. Thanks Sir

    1. Steven

      Because of the porous material of TPE, cleaning is important and can take some time, especially the drying. If you get a removable vagina, you can take it out, clean it, and let it dry fairly easily. If you choose the built-in vagina, it will look and feel more realistic, but will be harder to clean. You can clean and douche out the vagina into a bucket in a few minutes, but the drying can take a few hours to fully dry. It is important to fully dry the orifices to prevent mold growth. There are pros and cons to the built-in and removable vaginas. You can use male/female condoms in a built-in vagina to avoid clean-up, but it’s up to you. If cleaning is too much of a hassle, the removable vagina might be a better option.

  32. Mr. I dont know

    Hello Mr. Steven, I have a few questions, many. So I apologize for all questions and thank you in advance.
    I am absolutely new to all of this ” Sex Dolls” in this area. But I look around the WEB and try to learn from it, so it was definitely a big challenge. Your Sex Dolls reports or answers in this blog seem good to sincere. I am careful with compliments or promises these brands are great because I don’t know you or WM or YL and and, and more. If you want to take your advice, buy a sex doll according to your own height / weight. Right ? Well, your sex dolls recommended at 158cm / 65Kg (me) ??? To carry a 50Kg sack of cement is a problem for me, but the sack is also somehow unwieldy …. Hahahaha . I have to admit that everything taller than me is cool (170-180cm). 2 real partner relationships (1: 173cm, 2: 181cm) were established by both of them after 2 years. / or 3 months ended with the words: I would be “you” too small. But the weight of these dolls is …? BRAND: Original WM DOLL “Chloe”, MATERIAL: TPE, HEIGHT: 5’6 (172cm), BRA SIZE: B, WEIGHT: 84.8pound (38.5kg). My very big favorite. Costs at “https://www.sexdolls-shop.com/” 1999USD. But I have seen this for approx. 1699-1799USD and for approx 899USD. What do you think about size, price Sir , Companys ? Right one or too tall for me ? Do you have a recommendation for my body, then be honest. Thank you

    1. Steven

      Hello,
      I recommend getting a doll you really like. If you really want a tall doll and think you can handle the weight, then go for it. WM Doll is a very popular brand and their dolls are good quality. Dolls tend to be a lot heavier than you think, and it can be a hassle to move around, especially for first-time doll owners. The doll you mentioned may be a bit heavy, but it depends on your physical capacities. An alternative might be the WM 157cm B-cup with the same head (#70). That will have a similar body shape but will be shorter and lighter, which is usually better for a beginner. I recommend Sexdolls-shop because they have very good customer service and some free gifts, that make them worth the price. Other websites may sell her cheaper, but their customer service may not be nearly as good, and websites selling her for $899 are clearly scammers selling a counterfeit product. Otherwise, it’s up to you. I recommend checking out the WM 157cm B-cup. You can always choose a different head with the body, but if you really like the 172cm body, then go for it. It’s a popular body, but as you mentioned, the weight might be troublesome.

  33. Jeff

    I’m looking for a much lighter doll, something plush like a stuffed bear with silicon or TPE skin and replaceable vagina. Anyone reputable out there make such a thing? Thanks for all your assistance!

    1. Steven

      Hi Jeff,
      I never heard of something like this. Some silicone manufacturers use a foam core under the silicone to reduce the weight, but they are still pretty heavy. Weight is really still a big issue with sex dolls. Skinnier and smaller dolls tend to be lighter. The way they manufacture dolls is to pour liquid TPE or silicone into a mold with the skeleton, which fills up the mold with the solution, and having plush or cotton inside wouldn’t really work. It would just soak up all the TPE/silicone and it would weigh the same. There are textile dolls out there without the silicone or TPE, like Teddy Babes and Textile Doll. Not sure if that’s what you’re looking for though.

      1. Sean

        I was wondering if you know anything about sexdollzen.com supposedly they are a us based company

        1. Steven

          Hi Sean,
          Sexdollzen sells knockoff dolls. They take photos from brands like WM Doll, and sell counterfeit/copies of what you see in the photos. Authentic versions of those dolls all sell for over $1000. Basically, you’ll get a cheap, Chinese copy but for some people that’s good enough for the price. Just try to do as much research as possible if you decide to order from them.

  34. Jeff

    What doll brand/head has the best kissing lips, the most realistic as far as softness and opening for a kiss?
    Thanks.

    1. Steven

      Hi Jeff,
      For kissing, a TPE doll will feel much nicer than a silicone doll (which is noticeably firmer). The lips on most TPE brands will be soft and fairly realistic to kiss. Heads with big lips that are partially open will probably feel the best for kissing, but you should choose the head that you find most attractive. Here is a good website with many WM Doll heads: https://reallovesexdolls.com/all-full-size-heads/. Some popular ones for kissing are Heads #142 and #122. That isn’t to say smaller lips aren’t good. For example, head #162 can be good too. You can use those as a reference for other brands too. Generally, bigger lips that are slightly parted are good for kissing.

  35. Anton

    I am looking for a full body doll, but not a sex doll. There should be no ability to have sex with it of any kind. In other words I am looking for a mannequin with the same range of flexibility as a sex doll. Can you please recommend any companies that may handle such orders?

    1. Steven

      Hi Anton,
      It’s possible to order a sex doll with sealed orifices if you talk to the vendor about it. Are you looking for a a TPE/Silicone mannequin or just a regular plastic mannequin? If the latter, I think they are called posable or flexible mannequins, and you can find them on Google. I don’t know anything about mannequins so unfortunately I can’t recommend any companies.

  36. C.T.

    I am wondering about the following web site. donewithwomen.com I can find nothing about them, either good or bad. I would love your input.

    1. Steven

      Hi C.T.,
      Donewithwomen is probably legit. I don’t see any red flags. They offer the brands Doll Forever, Doll House 168, and Piper Doll, most of which you can find on the sites I recommend here if you want to be completely safe: https://celesdolls.com/trusted-sex-doll-websites/

    1. Steven

      Hi Mike,
      I personally would not order from uloversdoll. Some of their dolls could be authentic, but their website looks really sketchy overall with very inconsistent prices. Most dolls there are definitely counterfeit based on price. Ordering from them is too risky in my opinion, and there are better sites out there.

  37. Ash

    Hello Steven, I have quite a few questions so my apologies for all the questions and thank you in advance
    A little background I am very new to all of this so its definitely been a huge undertaking.
    Ill label the questions 1,2,3 and so on..

    1Q, how easy is it to mix and match heads from different Makers like a WM head on a JY body or visaversa or should I stick with one manufacture for body and heads?

    2Q, Say I get bored with the body or want to get a different body is there a way with some manufactures to return Said doll and get a discount for a new/different body?

    2.5Q what manufacturer makes the biggest sizes Breasts and booty? I am looking for a doll that has breasts similar to the pornstar Hitomi tanaka so not perky but more saggy?

    3Q. are there any manufacturers who dabble in recreating anime/fantasy dolls I saw one maker DH168 who made a android 18 doll and was wondering if there are more manufacturers who use established characters like Tifa Lockhart or so…

    4Q, More of an A.I. Question so I been seeing alot of the realdollx.ai (I actually did the year subcription to see how it works / HarmonyAI (they are the same thing from what I gather just name changed) how lifelike are they actually? I saw ainidoll (I also read you don’t trust the seller and they sell fakes) advertising an AI doll watched some of the youtube videos they had made. I guess My question is, is it even worth getting into it right now (I would consider it if they could function as say a secretary or a personal assistant. keep track of my day to day activities and work meetings) Since I’m still brand new it may be better to just get a regular doll for under 2000 and see if I enjoy it, and if I say decide to get an AI doll all I would need would be the head right. I know the body wouldnt move but thats ok.

    I have soo many more questions but for for now I guess Ill just wait for the reply 🙂
    Oh one more dumb question I know you said ainidoll makes fake or counterfeit dolls I see they are using images of WM dolls specifically 3 dolls 1 wouldnt mind buying since they are 800 bucks compared to the double pricetag.
    Polly – WM
    Ingrid – WM
    Lara – WM
    I dont really wanna get burned but I also wouldnt mind trying one out and seeing how the quality is of one of them..

    again im very sorry for the long list of questions thank you again very much and Im so glad I came across your site since its a huge help for beginners.. you should set up a patron or similar so we can donate.

    1. Steven

      Hi Ash,
      Great questions. 1. Most brands use the same M16 head connector, so it’s possible to mix-and-match between different brands. However, make sure you do some research first on which brands use the same head connectors and which don’t. Also note that the skin tone usually differs between brands. The head may fit, but the skin tone may not look the same.
      2. I’m pretty sure no manufacturer or vendor will allow you to return a used doll for health reasons. They would also have no use for it. Your best bet would be to sell it in the Dollforum Market section here: https://dollforum.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=77
      2.5. A lot of brands have dolls with big breasts and butts. I suggest going through their catalog and finding a body type you like. Some brands that come to mind are WM/YL Doll, Piper Doll, Irontech, and there’s probably more.
      3. Piper Doll, Doll Forever, and Doll House 168 tend to be more anime/fantasy-looking. DH168 has the Lazuli (“Android 18”) and Shiori anime dolls. Aotume is a brand that focuses on anime dolls. Some manufacturers will cosplay their dolls as certain characters, but most haven’t specially designed a doll based on a character, except for the Aotume anime dolls and Piper Doll’s Jessica. I’ve seen dolls cosplayed as Tifa Lockhart, but never one that looks exactly like her.
      4. AI isn’t that great right now. It still needs many more years to perfect. RealDollX’s AI is currently the most advanced but still isn’t really lifelike or realistic, and you have to speak to her through an app. They still have a long way to go. The robot dolls Ainidoll sells are by AI-Tech, the creators of the “Emma sex robot.” It’s basically a cheaper, Chinese version of RealDoll’s Harmony. From what I’ve seen, it seems pretty janky with pre-recorded lines (Youtube “emma sex robot”). I would say that AI is not worth it at the moment. They can’t be used as a secretary or personal assistant, and there are probably some mobile apps that do that better. Right now, it’s more like a novelty/gimmick sort of thing. DS Doll Robotics is also interesting to follow.
      As for knockoff dolls, some people think they are good enough for the price and like them. I’ve heard a mixture of both good and bad stories regarding knockoff dolls, but usually more bad than good. I know Ainidoll is owned by someone in the US, so you can try contacting them and asking them questions. Make sure you ask for factory photos too to see what the doll really looks like. If you’re on a low budget, you can also check out KimberDoll, which only costs $500.

  38. Isaiah

    What are your thoughts on Elsadolls 102cm? They look really good and only for about $900. Wondering if it’s worth picking up

    1. Steven

      Hi Isaiah,
      Unfortunately, I don’t know too much about Elsababe dolls. They have only recently started becoming more popular, so there aren’t many reviews out there. I heard their production time is very long and can take months sometimes. Remember that 102cm is quite small. At that size, she may feel more like a toy than a real person. If you search “Elsababe” on youtube, there are a bunch of Expo videos that may give you an idea of the size of a 102cm. Also, the Dollforum Elsababe section could be a useful resource: https://dollforum.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=541 Hope this helps.

  39. Jeff

    Wondering if these brands are legit: “Fracia”, “Loxdoll”, “Racyme”. Thanks

    1. Steven

      Hi Jeff,
      They are all knockoff brands that sell counterfeits of what you see in the photos. Racyme is the best out of the 3, but they are still a knockoff seller and is not the original designer.

      1. Jeff

        Thanks! Perhaps the Kimber Doll is best for first doll. I’m also thinking about torso with head dolls. What affordable recommendation would you give me on one of them?

          1. Jeff

            Thanks for all your help!

  40. Mr.Nemo318

    So…. I’m wanting to buy a USA legal mini sex doll.
    Basically under 100cm, without crossing moral lines.
    (Looking to young.)
    I just can’t find a legit website.
    Any ideas??

    1. Steven

      Hi Mr. Nemo,
      I recommend TheDollChannel for smaller dolls. They have some dolls in-stock in the US and they are a trustworthy vendor.

  41. Zack

    Hi Steven im on the search for a new doll & im very interested in this doll https://www.myrealbabe.com/product/my-real-jenny-pink but I am weary about the website being fake do you have any experience with them or know of anywhere else I can get this same doll thanks much appreciated

    1. Steven

      Hi Zack,
      That website is not legit. They are using photos of WM Dolls but they list themselves as the brand name, which is always a red flag. They also claim to use “Japanese TPE” and “silicone made in the USA” which is clearly not true since the dolls are made in China. The doll in your link is a 100cm WM Doll. Many trusted websites don’t carry this doll anymore due to potential customs issues depending on where you live. When I googled “WM Doll 100cm”, most of the results on the 1st page are legit vendors: TheSilverDoll, SexySexDoll, Silicone-Sexy-Doll, Dollstudio, Iamdollusa, TheDollHouseSanAntonio. For small dolls, I usually recommend TheDollChannel, but they don’t have this specific doll.

    1. Steven

      Hi Marcin,
      Dollsclub is probably legit but they have misleading height options. It is set to the smallest body and price by default. When you choose the correct height/body, the price significantly goes up. The prices end up being about the same as the trusted websites I recommend here: https://celesdolls.com/trusted-sex-doll-websites/

      1. Steven

        All 3 should be legit, but Sexdolls-shop is the best one in my opinion. Sexdoll-shop’s dolls are guaranteed to be authentic, and they have very good customer service. I don’t have any experience with the other 2.

    1. Steven

      Hi Tyler,
      Yes, CloudClimax is a well-known and trustworthy website.

  42. steve

    Hi Steven

    I would first like to thank you for all off the advice and great tips your give on this site. You have help so much. Second I am a first time buyer of a doll and after reading everything you posted and answering a lot of my question ( thank you) Went and bought one from ainidoll.com. As you have said before they are selling counterfeit dolls. But I would say going into it and knowing I was not going to get top quality, I was not disappointed. Again im a first time buyer so it would be like comparing a ford hybrid and then buying a Ferrari. But again was not disappointed for the money i spent

    My real question is care. Is it ok to give her a bath/shower and what can i use on her as far as cleaning. Is their any cleaning stuff i should not use and any you would recomend?

    1. Steven

      Hi Steve,
      I’m glad you are enjoying your doll. SiliconeLovers has a good in-depth care guide here: https://siliconelovers.com/pages/help-information-how-to-clean-a-sex-doll-guide
      I’ll just note it’s not completely necessary to shower/bathe the doll. If you do, make sure not to get any water in the neck or feet (if you have standing feet). That can cause serious problems. Diluted soapy water and a cloth should be good enough for cleaning. Avoid harsh chemicals, like bleach, dish soap, or alcohol. The guide I linked has a lot more detail.

      1. Leo

        Hi Steven,

        Thank you for sharing so much information here. I have a related question. What kind of dye do I need if I wanted to add spots on my doll like a trill from star trek or make the nipple darker?

        Thank you for your time and consideration.

        Btw, I also got a 100cm doll from ainidoll two weeks ago. I agreed with what Steve said. When I paid less, I didn’t expect to get a fancy WM or Ferrari. I am an average guy driving Nisan anyway. I am happy.

        1. Steven

          Hi Leo,
          Any women’s makeup powder should work. Lots of useful makeup info here: https://dollforum.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=112347
          Some people use a permanent marker to create freckles, blemishes, etc. on their dolls. If you plan to do that, be very careful because it can bleed out and is hard to remove.

          1. Leo

            Thank you so much, Steven. Very helpful thread. I am more interested in a permanent solution.

            Do you mean maker or marker? Do you happen to have any recommendations? I asked the store support about it, they said the factory is using some kind of penetrating stain. I am not sure if I can buy something similar at home depot and not sure if it’s safe for the TPE skins either.

            1. Steven

              Hi Leo,
              Sorry about the typo. I meant marker. Because TPE is a porous material, the makeup will always fade no matter what. Unfortunately, I don’t know what specific makeup factories use. Piper Doll told me they use regular women’s makeup powder in the past, but wouldn’t give me more details. Permanent marker will last longer, just be careful about the bleeding and smearing. Maybe you can find more info on Dollforum (for example, google “dollforum makeup”). I’m not really an expert on makeup.

          2. Leo

            Thank you, Steven.

            I will do some research and maybe let you know later.

  43. Rusty

    Hello Steven,
    First of all, thank you so much for posting all the valuable information about dolls and vendors on your website.
    I have something to talk / ask about the vendor Silicone Lover (SL) which is one of the trusted vendors you recommended.
    After I read the good reviews of SL on your website, I have purchased Piper doll 160cm Akira from SL recently for about $3,000 USD
    While I was surfing on the web, I found that Doll-to-China and one more vendor were selling the same doll at $2,500 USD.
    I sent an email to SL to ask about the price just because I was worried about the quality, not because I wanted a discount.
    They answered the price is higher because of the shipping costs, and said the vendors selling at a lower price would lose their profit. They also said they pay Piper doll more because they communicate with Piper doll directly not like other vendors who normally communicate with Doll-forever.
    A week later, they started giving 20% discount on the dolls, and now the price of the same doll is $2,500 USD on the SL website too. Actually they raised its price to adjust it to $2,500 USD with the 20% discount.
    I still think SL tries to provide good service, but I feel like I was ripped off in a way.
    I know what merchants do, but what I hate the most is their manipulative lies.
    I know it is my fault that I trusted SL would be more sincere than other vendors like Doll-to-China.
    What do you think? I’d love to have your take on this.

    Rusty

    1. Steven

      Hi Rusty,
      Sorry to hear about your experience. SL always has a discount running. Usually it is 15% off. It is 20% off now as a Black Friday deal. Did you use their 15% off when you purchased Akira? It should have lowered her under $3000. If your doll hasn’t shipped yet, contact SL and ask for a price adjustment because you didn’t use the discount before. I know they do this for a lot of their customers. See if you can get the 20% off that they have right now. Don’t be afraid to contact vendors especially after an expensive purchase like this. SL usually has the same or lower prices than other vendors once you factor in their LOVE discount code. Let me know how it turns out.

      1. Rusty

        Piper doll 160cm Akira was one of the dolls that were not on 15% off when I purchased it by the end of Oct, 2020. My doll is in the process of being shipped out at the moment I believe because I confirmed it after I had received factory pictures a couple of days ago. Anyway I will send them an email again to ask for 20% off then as you advised. I will let you know how they respond to it. Thank you.

        1. Donovan

          My wife and I are looking for a doll at a reasonable price something below $1000 hopefully with a moaning noise as a possible feature and a penis attachment too for her cause she is into girls to

          1. Steven

            Hi Donovan,
            Unfortunately, it is difficult to find quality dolls under $1000. You can take a look at KimberDoll, which is a decent quality doll for $500. I don’t think they have a penis attachment though. As for moaning noise, the ones that come with dolls are very bad. It’s better to play porn from a phone/speaker next to the doll’s head than to get the moaning addon. I don’t know any other quality dolls under $1000 except for mini dolls and knockoff dolls. AF Doll is a good, cheaper brand but is still over $1000.

        2. Erik

          Silicone Lovers is not a good vendor, despite all that you can read. I highly suspect they create tons of false profiles everywhere to promote their own websites. They are just full of shit and your experience with them shows it. I still wonder why reviewers are recommending them. Not good.

          1. Steven

            Hi Erik,
            Can you share your negative experience with SiliconeLovers? I had a very good experience with them a year ago when they were smaller and had faster customer service. I still hear that they are a very good vendor. I’m interested in hearing what problems you experienced with them.

            1. Larry

              Hi Steven, thanks for this blog resource, great info in here! Q is http://www.california-doll legit? Supposedly in Laguna beach, they have a 158 Cheyenne model with detachable legs. Seems like a TPE knock off of a Gyniod older model 3 or 4. I like the idea for transport or short term storage. The Full features of this TPE model are a plus, Just dont want to get ripped off. They have not replied to my e mails. Thanks!

              1. Steven

                Hi Larry,
                California-dolls looks like a typical knockoff doll seller with low prices and lack of brand names. There’s nothing “California” about them other than their name. That doll is supposedly an EL Doll, which is a brand I never heard of. I don’t know if they will send you an authentic one, but I actually found her cheaper on a legit website: https://spartanlover.com/products/el-doll-158cm-52-head-77-detachable-doll Oddly, SpartanLover is a male doll vendor so it’s strange seeing this doll on their website, but they seem to offer her if you’re interested.

      2. Rusty

        Hello Steven,
        Happy New Year!!
        SL has been ignoring my request of a 20% discount for a while, and then finally refused it after my 3rd email.
        I simply politely asked for it by the way.
        I still think SL is a pretty decent vendor, but I don’t think I would buy anything from them again.
        I am considering purchasing a Gynoid doll some time later.
        The prices of dolls on SL are $500 to $1,000 higher than a vendor like Doll-to China.
        I don’t like the idea of using the name of a particular country as their business name, but I would recommend anyone should at least compare the prices of a doll of their choice between vendors before making the final decision.
        These vendors are all making profits merely by taking orders from customers and responding to their questions and requests unless deals are made locally. They haven’t even seen and handled the product that you ordered physically. They are not the one who does the packaging, and they all claim that they are the one who has the best relationship with the manufacturer.
        Well, I have other things to talk about this vendor, but I’ll save them.
        In a nut shell, SL is a still decent vendor, but you should compare their prices before you make the final decision.
        Do not trust anything they say about the best relationship with the manufacturers. It will take the same amount of time as it would take for other vendors to receive responses from those manufacturers.

        Rusty

        1. Steven

          Hi Rusty,
          Happy new year. Sorry to hear that. I was hoping they would do a price adjustment, but I forgot they changed their discount system a while ago. They replaced the 20% off code with an automatic price cut, which doesn’t require a code anymore. I know SL would have done it in the past, but I spoke with them recently and they have become stricter due to increased taxes and operating costs. Dollto-China is a good Chinese vendor. They are named that because they used to be part of the Dollto vendor but later separated into their own company. As for prices, vendors ultimately choose the price to list the dolls at. Some want more profit and some want less, but it is also dependent on other factors such as operating costs, taxes, employees, etc. Chinese vendors and smaller websites tend to have less operating costs and want more sales, so they can sell the same dolls for less compared to more established, Western vendors. Good vendor-manufacturer relationships can play a role (for example, big vendors have more leverage/power which can lead to better quality control) but it’s usually not a big factor and the customer service is more important. I hope you still enjoy your doll. This feedback is very useful for me in assessing the different vendors I promote. I wish you the best.

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