Written by Sophie Bebeau on Thu Jun 26 2025.
Incontinence products have become an essential part of maintaining an active lifestyle for many adults. Thanks to technological advancements, today's options offer more discreet protection and greater comfort than ever before.
In this article, we've rounded up some of the best incontinence products for active adults on the market. We've thoroughly reviewed customer feedback for each featured product to ensure they meet the specific needs of individuals managing incontinence while staying active. These products are designed to keep you feeling secure and independent, giving you the peace of mind to enjoy your chosen activities without worrying about leaks.
Incontinence refers to the inability to control bladder or bowel movements, leading to unexpected leaks. Fortunately, a wide array of incontinence products is available to make managing this condition easier and to provide comfort and dignity. The market offers numerous solutions, including pads, briefs, cleansers, wipes, supplements, and more, all designed to address the challenges that come with incontinence.
At Carewell, we believe that the best insights come from real caregivers and users. When creating our product round-up lists, we rely on extensive product research, insights from our expert Care Specialists, and authentic feedback from Carewell customers.
The products featured in this list are some of Carewell's best-selling incontinence products, highly praised by both caregivers and users.
Best adult diapers for active women: Depend Silhouette Pull-Up Underwear
Best adult diapers for active men: Depend Real-Fit Pull-Up Underwear for Men
Best incontinence pads for women: FitRight ActivEdge Bladder Pads
Best incontinence pads for men: Depend Male Guards
Best swim diaper: SwimMates Disposable Adult Pull-Up Underwear
Best adult wipes: Prevail Wipes & Adult Washcloths with Lotion
Best for active lifestyle: Prevail Adult Incontinence Underwear for Men & Women, Maximum Absorbency
Best sanitizing wipes: Purell Hand Sanitizing Wipes
Best barrier cream: Baza Skin Protectant Cream
Best cranberry supplements for UTIs: Azo Urinary Tract Health Cranberry Supplement
Depend Silhouette Pull-Up Underwear offers a discreet and comfortable solution for managing incontinence while staying active. Designed to feel like regular underwear, these pull-ups flex with your body and fit snugly without sacrificing comfort for security. They provide a smooth silhouette, meaning you can wear them with almost any outfit without bulkiness.
The soft, cloth-like material wicks away moisture, allowing you to go about your daily activities uninterrupted. They come in a range of sizes and colors to ensure the perfect fit for every user.
Key Benefits & Features:
Come in a variety of sizes (Accommodates waist sizes 28 inches to 54 inches)
Supports moderate to heavy incontinence
Offers a variety of colors, including black, pink, teal, lavender, berry
Customer Review of Depend Silhouette Pull-Up Underwear: "Depend's silhouette product has given me the opportunity to relax and feel that my wife will not be embarrassed for a 3-4 hour period. Almost doubling the time frame of previous products. Really, this has changed our lives." - Ron B.
Designed specifically for men with moderate to heavy incontinence, Depend Real-Fit Pull-Up Underwear for Men offers reliable protection without the look or feel of a traditional adult diaper.
Crafted to fit like regular briefs, the cotton-like fabric stretches and moves with your body while providing a secure fit. The absorbent material is designed to reduce leakage and keep skin dry, all while being breathable enough to ensure all-day comfort.
Key benefits & features:
Accommodates waist sizes from 28 to 50 inches.
Supports moderate to heavy incontinence.
Latex-free, lotion-free, and fragrance-free.
Customer Review of Depend Real-Fit Pull-Up Underwear for Men:"Good color for men. Great fit. Great absorption. Overall, excellent product!" -David D.
FitRight ActivEdge Bladder Control Pads offer a contoured design specifically for women with incontinence. They are individually wrapped, making them ideal for tossing into a purse or pocket for on-the-go convenience. Their fabric-like backsheet doesn't crinkle, ensuring you remain quiet and discreet. These pads provide maximum absorbency without bulkiness and stay securely attached to your underwear with an adhesive strip.
Key benefits & features:
Sizes: Each pad is 5.5 x 15.75 inches.
Absorbency: Moderate to heavy incontinence.
Adhesive strip to hold in place.
Customer Review of FitRight ActivEdge Bladder Pads: "Great product and great service! I purchased these for my mom and she said they are the best she's ever used! And they were here in two days. Amazing! Thank you for great pricing too!" - Pat R.
Depend Male Guards are designed to be worn with your boxers or briefs and are available in maximum absorbency for larger surges and light absorbency for smaller leaks. Each guard is shaped specifically to fit a man's anatomy and flexes with the body's movements. A built-in adhesive strip keeps the guard securely attached to your underwear for extra peace of mind.
These guards offer maximum discretion, coming individually wrapped in a pocket-sized grey pouch. They feature soft-to-touch, moisture-wicking fabric and odor-control properties, allowing you to move through your day confidently.
Key benefits & features:
Pads are large enough for protection and small enough for comfort.
Offers heavy and light absorbency options.
Adhesive strip to hold in place in boxers or briefs.
Customer Review of Depend Male Guards: "Works perfectly! You don't feel them, you don't see them and they are odorless!" - Harvey C.
You don't have to give up poolside or beach days when managing bowel incontinence! If you love staying active in the water, SwimMates Disposable Adult Pull-Up Underwear is a great discreet and highly protective option. These specialized pull-up underwear are designed with moisture-proof barriers and inner-leg cuffs to keep leaks contained.
These pull-up underwear are designed to minimize bulkiness in the water and will not break apart. They are easy to tear away and can be disposed of after use. Continue enjoying your experience at the pool or beach, regardless of incontinence needs!
Key benefits & features:
Accommodates waist sizes 22 to 80 inches.
Moisture-proof barrier.
Inner-leg cuffs for extra containment.
Customer Review of SwimMates Disposable Adult Pull-Up Underwear: "Can do water exercise without worry of contaminating water. Can get back to water exercise." -Nancy B.
Prevail Wipes & Adult Washcloths are among the highest-rated adult wipes on the market today, ideal for adults who use adult diapers, pull-ups, or pads. They offer convenient and sanitary cleanup while soothing and protecting skin. They come in a soft pack with an easy-press lid, making them perfect for on-the-go use.
Key benefits & features:
Features moisturizing ingredients: lotion, aloe, and vitamin E.
Extra convenient single-hand dispensing – just press open the lid and dispense.
Lightly scented.
Customer Review of Prevail Wipes & Adult Washcloths with Lotion: "Great quality, heavy-duty material, and the perfect size. They have a very light scent which is refreshing." -Sherry M.
Experience superior comfort and confidence with Prevail Maximum Absorbency Unisex Underwear, designed for moderate to heavy leakage protection. Featuring a silky-soft backing, MaxSorb Gel technology, and Omni-Odor Guard, these pull-ups lock away wetness and neutralize odors for a fresh, dry feeling. Breathable Zones and Dri-Fit technology prioritize skin health by reducing heat and friction, making them ideal for sensitive skin.
Key Benefits & Features:
AirMax breathable cover helps you stay cool and comfortable by allowing air to circulate.
Dri-Fit helps you feel more natural by keeping your skin dry and comfortable.
Comfort-Shape Plus with gentle elastics shape to your body for a more comfortable and discreet fit.
Hypoallergenic Skin Smart Fabric helps protect skin with Vitamin E, Aloe, and Chamomile.
Price: $12.58 - $52.22
Customer Review of Prevail Adult Incontinence Underwear for Men & Women, Maximum Absorbency: "I've tried everybody's everything - and this is it for me. Most comfortable." - Margo H.
Barrier cream is a staple of incontinence care, especially if you are physically active. Baza Skin Protectant Cream protects skin and prevents irritation caused by incontinence moisture and diapers/pull-ups. If you're working up a sweat, you can feel confident that you have the extra protection of a barrier cream preventing any skin issues or discomfort that come with extra moisture. You can purchase this cream in a convenient 2oz or 5oz tube that can be tucked away easily and brought with you whenever you're headed outside the home.
Key benefits & features:
Zinc oxide and dimethicone-based formula.
Contains conditioners, including lanolin oil and cod liver oil.
Available in 2oz or 5oz options.
Customer Review of Baza Skin Protectant Cream: "This cream is amazing! The 1st night I used it was a relief. I have thin skin and this cream afforded total protection. This will be my total go-to product." -Cherry S.
If you manage incontinence, you probably already know it puts you at an increased risk for recurring UTIs. Many adults find that recurring UTIs due to incontinence can dampen their activities and lead them to leave the house less and less for socializing, shopping, and exercise. Don't let UTIs keep you laying low! A great way to help prevent UTIs is by taking a daily cranberry supplement.
Cranberries contain a special substance called A-type proanthocyanidins, which makes it hard for bacteria to attach to the walls of the urinary tract. Azo Urinary Tract Health Cranberry Supplements are made using a proprietary blend of whole-fruit cranberry clinically proven to help maintain urinary tract cleanliness. As a bonus, these supplements also contain vitamin C and a probiotic to help promote good gut health and healthy immune system function.
While cranberry supplements are generally safe to take, it's important to always consult your doctor before starting any new supplement.
Key benefits & features:
50 caplets per bottle.
Each serving contains 500 mg, the equivalent of 25,000 mg of cranberry fruit.
Like many personal care items, choosing the right products for managing incontinence will come down to your personal preferences. However, there are some factors you can consider when selecting key items.
Adult diapers. The four biggest factors to consider when choosing an adult brief or pull-up are style, size, type of incontinence, and absorbency. Check out Carewell’s archive of articles all about adult diapers to learn more about sizing, styles, and absorbency, plus tips for choosing the right adult diaper for your needs.
Incontinence pads. Similar to diapers, factors to consider when choosing incontinence pads include size, absorbency, and type of incontinence. You may also want to look for added features like odor control, discreet packaging, and materials the pad is made from. Learn more about choosing incontinence pads here.
Wipes. When choosing a wipe to help manage incontinence, consider ingredients, size, and whether you want scented or unscented, dry or wet, and disposable or reusable. Learn more about the best wipes, washcloths, and towelettes for incontinence care here.
Barrier creams. For the best results, look for barrier creams with highly protective and reparative ingredients like zinc oxide and dimethicone and soothing and skin-nourishing botanicals and vitamins. Avoid petroleum-based products like Vaseline.
Choose the right size. Adult diapers or pull-ups should fit snugly against the body, with no gaps around the legs.
Opt for quiet materials. Choose an adult diaper or pull-up made with soft, no-crinkle materials, so you don’t have to worry about any noise as you move.
Stay hydrated. Drinking plenty of water keeps your urine from becoming too concentrated and makes odors much less noticeable.
Dress for success. You’ll likely still be able to wear your favorite clothes, as today’s modern incontinence briefs and pull-ups are made to be as discreet as possible. If you are worried about the diaper showing through or accidental leaks, consider wearing loose, darker-colored clothing.
For the most accurate fit, take two measurements:
First, measure the width across your abdomen right below your belly button.
Then, measure the widest part of your hips. The larger of these two measurements should be the number you use when determining sizing for an adult diaper or pull-up.
The good news is that most incontinence pads, diapers, and pull-ups come standard with odor-guard technology. Look for odor-control phrasing on the package, as some products will have special pH-reducing technology or built-in scents that lessen the smell of urine.
You can also carry a deodorizer with you when you’re out and about. Deodorizers made specifically for covering or eliminating urine smells can be sprayed in the air or on clothing for a quick refresh.
Lastly, make sure to stay hydrated! While you may be tempted to forgo liquids to try and limit urine output, the less hydrated you are, the stronger your urine will smell.
Incontinence doesn't have to get in the way of an active lifestyle. With the right combination of products for managing incontinence, you can maintain an active lifestyle that includes the activities and hobbies you love. Discreet and comfortable incontinence products are designed to help minimize any potential accidents and help you feel secure and confident when you're doing physical activities.
Finding the incontinence products that work for you or your loved one is an important part of successful incontinence management. Carewell carries a wide range of the best incontinence care products available on the market.
If you have questions about any of the items we’ve linked in this post, please reach out to our friendly Caregiving Specialists. Call (800) 696-CARE or send an email to support@carewell.com. They can help you make the right decision for your loved one’s needs.
Urinary incontinence affects more than 25 million Americans. To help, we created a free checklist download for urinary incontinence care.
Medically Reviewed by Kiera Powell, R.N.
Dealing with an overactive bladder is never fun, but when you’re in the workplace, managing “gotta go now” moments—not to mention the use of incontinence aids ranging from adult diapers to booster pads—can be especially frustrating. Whether you’re constantly fighting the urge to run to the restroom or worried about an episode on a Zoom call, the following tips will help you take control of your bladder rather than letting your bladder control you.
Read More >Sophie Bebeau is a writer, graphic designer, poet, and multidisciplinary artist living in Green Bay, Wisconsin. When she’s not writing or making things for the internet, she can be found cross-stitching, writing poetry, and snuggling on the couch with a cup of tea and her husband, son, and dog, Buttercup.
