Sahl Silicone Toy Firmness: Medium vs Near Clear vs Super Soft
By Strange Bedfellas Shop | Published: 2026-10-31
Category: Buying Guides
Compare Sahl silicone toy firmness options—Medium, Near Clear 31, and Super Soft—using real measurements, plus decision rules for size and firmness.
Quick answer
Start with the Small Sahl in Super Soft if you want the most forgiving, squeezable feel; choose the Small Sahl in Medium for steadier control; and pick the Medium Sahl in Near Clear 31 only if you already know you want a larger insertable and a firmer, more glossy silicone.
The three Sahl options differ in both size and firmness
It is easy to treat firmness as the only variable, but the Sahl listings pair firmness with size. The Small Sahl is 5 inches total with 4 inches usable, while the Medium Sahl is 6.5 inches total with 5 inches usable. That extra inch of usable length, plus a wider shaft, changes how much silicone you are managing before firmness even enters the picture.
The listed firmness labels are Super Soft (0020), Medium (0050), and Near Clear 31*. Those numbers are the store's own firmness scale references, not a universal standard, so compare them within Sahl rather than against another maker's toys.
Near Clear 31 is a finish and firmness choice, not just a color
The Medium Sahl is listed as Near Clear 31* in white, blue, green, or pink. Near Clear is a silicone formulation that reads as translucent, and the 31* label places it on the firmer side of this trio. If you want a toy that holds its shape and gives more direct pressure, that is the trade-off you are accepting.
The asterisk in the listing is a signal to check the store's silicone page before ordering. Do not assume Near Clear 31 behaves like Medium 0050; they are different formulations with different feels.
Size can override firmness for first-time buyers
A Super Soft toy in a larger size can still feel like a lot to handle, and a Medium toy in a small size can feel more manageable than expected. If you are unsure, solve for size first: the Small Sahl's 1-inch head diameter and 1.9-inch widest shaft are the more approachable starting point, while the Medium Sahl's 1.3-inch head and 2.5-inch widest shaft demand more warm-up and patience.
That is why the Medium Sahl in Near Clear 31 is not the default upgrade. It combines the larger body with the firmer formulation, so it suits someone who has already decided they want both.
Decision rules for choosing Sahl firmness
- If you are new to this size range: Choose the Small Sahl in Super Soft (0020). Its 4-inch usable length and 1.9-inch widest shaft are the smallest listed, and the softest firmness gives the most give. Resist sizing up until you know how much length and width you actually want.
- If you want the same small size with more control: Choose the Small Sahl in Medium (0050). You keep the 5-inch total length and 1-inch head diameter but get a firmer feel that holds its shape better. This is the cleanest way to test whether firmness, not size, is your main preference.
- If you already know you want a larger insertable: Choose the Medium Sahl in Near Clear 31* only when the 5-inch usable length and 2.5-inch widest shaft are within your experience. Near Clear 31 is the firmest option here, so the size and firmness stack together. Check the store's silicone page for the asterisk note before ordering.
- If you are torn between two options: Pick the smaller size first. A toy that is too large is harder to work around than one that is slightly softer than you expected. Firmness can be adjusted with technique; size cannot.
Sahl options at a glance
- Medium Sahl -- Near Clear 31* silicone -- S-585: Medium Sahl in Near Clear 31* silicone: 6.5 inches total length, 5 inches usable, 1.3-inch head diameter, 2.5-inch widest shaft diameter. The larger insertable and wider shaft make this the choice for buyers who want more presence and a firmer, translucent silicone.
Medium Sahl -- Near Clear 31* silicone -- S-585 - Small Sahl -- Super Soft silicone -- S-546: Small Sahl in Super Soft (0020) silicone: 5 inches total length, 4 inches usable, 1-inch head diameter, 1.9-inch widest shaft diameter. The compact dimensions and softest listed firmness make this the most forgiving entry point in the Sahl lineup.
Small Sahl -- Super Soft silicone -- S-546 - Small Sahl -- Medium silicone -- S-584: Small Sahl in Medium (0050) silicone: 5 inches total length, 4 inches usable, 1-inch head diameter, 1.9-inch widest shaft diameter. Same small body as the Super Soft version, but with more structure, so you can compare firmness without changing size.
Who each Sahl firmness suits
Best for
- Buyers who want a compact, forgiving first Sahl in Super Soft
- Buyers who want the small size with a steadier Medium feel
- Experienced buyers ready for the larger Medium Sahl in Near Clear 31
Not for
- Buyers who already know they dislike very soft silicone (choose Medium instead)
- Buyers who want the smallest listed dimensions but the firmest feel (no such combination is listed)
- First-time buyers unsure about a 2.5-inch widest shaft (start with the Small Sahl)
