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5 reasons to ditch supermarkets and buy your pads online


Experiencing bladder weakness and urinary incontinence for the first time can be an incredibly sobering experience. People should rightly feel no shame when purchasing incontinence pads from the supermarket, and while this is to be applauded, the fact is that we've got to ask the question: is it better to buy incontinence items online or in the shop? 

There are, in fact, many reasons why we should opt for the online counterpart, especially when it comes to the overall cost and the quality of the items.

Why should I buy incontinence items online?

There are an abundance of great reasons, and here are 5 of the best:

It’s much cheaper

The cost-of-living crisis continues to cast a long shadow, impacting every aspect of our daily life. Everyone’s costs have gone up, even your local high street shops are more expensive. Overall, shopping is just more expensive now. The steep rise in supermarket prices has hit hard, especially when it comes to essentials like incontinence products. We understand these aren’t luxury items you can simply live without, they’re absolute necessities. It's frustrating, isn't it?

That's precisely why we're always offering the lowest prices possible for our customers. Our mission is simple: give people great products at low prices. We strive to give you top brands like TENA, Vivactive & Always at prices that won’t make you wince. 

When it comes to incontinence supplies, we've got you covered with some of the best incontinence products on the market. Take Vivactive products, for example, they rival the pricier brands but with a big difference: they’re much cheaper. Confidence, without the cost. It’s the Vivactive motto. It's no wonder that 75% of those who make the switch to Vivactive products don’t switch back.

We always have the items people need in stock

When it comes to buying top-notch incontinence products, opting for online shopping always trumps the hassle of navigating crowded supermarkets or sitting in traffic jams. How many times have you found yourself staring into the cupboard, only to find you're running low on pads? The familiar routine then begins: you trade your comfy clothes for something more presentable, hop into the car, sit in the tedious crawl of traffic, and finally arrive at the shops. You reach the aisle that stocks incontinence items and boom, disappointment. Your preferred brand is nowhere to be seen. Then you either settle for a subpar alternative or leave empty-handed. Great. 


As an exclusively online service, we carry a huge amount of stock, ensuring that shortages are rare. Plus, you can peruse our extensive selection from the comfort of your own home, eliminating the need to endure the rigmarole of traditional shopping trips. With us, convenience and satisfaction are just a click away.

There’s a much bigger range of products to choose from

We understand that everyone’s experience with incontinence is as unique as they are. We take pride in offering an extensive range of incontinence products tailored to suit the needs of everyone. We stock not just wearable products, but cleaning products and PPE too, to ensure you'll find just what you’re looking for. From prioritising comfort and fit to emphasising durability and absorbency, you’ll find it online.


One of the advantages of having such a wide range is that you have the ability to research and compare products in your own time. Rather than being limited to just a few brands on supermarket and chemist shelves, we empower you with plenty of options to explore. Each product comes with detailed specifications, giving you all the information you need to make an informed decision and find the perfect incontinence item for you.


While many physical retailers predominantly focus on wearable incontinence products such as disposable pads, pants, and nappies, we know that urinary leakage goes further than that. That's why we go beyond the basics, featuring a comprehensive selection of essentials so that you can live your life with dignity. From extra-large nappy bags to mattress cleansing sprays, rubber gloves, and nappy bins, whatever you need, you'll find it here.

The overall experience is quick

We live in a world where for most people it's far more convenient to order items online. A few clicks, a bit of typing in your details and that’s it, the items are on their way. You can make things even easier with a Vivactive subscription. Once the subscription’s created, you don’t need to do anything else, we deliver the products you want on a rotation that you choose. Not to mention, with a subscription you get 10% off every order.


Some subscription services can be a bit complicated, which is why we’ve made ours super simple. We don’t want you to feel lost, confused or out of control. Our subscription service is flexible and contract-free, so you’re never locked into an inescapable system of small print. Through your Vivactive account, you can:

  • Create your subscription
  • Change the quantities of the items you’ve bought
  • Change how frequently you receive items
  • Remove items
  • Add items
  • Receive your order early
  • Skip a delivery
  • … and much more. 

We even include a bunch of easy-to-follow videos which show you exactly how to carry out each action.

They are delivered straight to your door

Buying online provides a discreet way to purchase products without needing to visit a physical store, which is incredibly convenient, of course, but it also reduces the frustrations in every aspect of our lives. You don’t need to leave the house and sit in traffic, meaning you've got more time to live your life.

Buying incontinence products online is a simple and effective way to order incontinence products. You can save money, browse a wide range, and of course, you can purchase products discreetly which means a greater sense of confidence in oneself. Ordering items online has never been easier. Our range of disposable incontinence pants, pads, adult nappies, and so much more will ensure you can get exactly what you need in the way that's most convenient for you.