The short answer: No. They work equally as well as other brand name condoms. The longer answer: The free condoms, typically Lifestyles for our campus, are tested rigorously to make sure they do not break, tear, or fail. If they are used correctly, they are just as effective as the condoms you can choose to pay for.19 Nov 2014
Does the price of condoms matter?
Condoms are usually inexpensive, and can even be free. On average, condoms cost about a dollar each, but it may be less or more depending on the brand, store, and package — most of the time larger packs end up being a better value. Boxes of 3 go for about $2 to $6.