Mapale vs Pastease — what the catalogue actually shows
- Not really substitutes. Only about 9% of their ranges overlap — these two mostly make different things, so the better question is which category you are shopping, not which brand is better.
- Different price tiers. Mapale sits in the mid-range band and Pastease in the budget band, measured against the median price across our whole catalogue — so they are not competing for the same budget.
- Same build quality, different price. Their median scores are within 0 points, but Mapale typically costs $27.90 against $8.00 for Pastease. On our data you are paying more for brand and styling here, not for better materials — if the look suits you, Pastease is the value pick.
| Mapale | Pastease | |
|---|---|---|
| In stock now | 212 | 153 |
| Price range | $5.90 – $53.10 | $7.18 – $20.00 |
| Typical price | $27.90 | $8.00 |
| Main materials | Nylon 90%, Polyester 4%, Cotton 1% | Adhesive 88%, Polyester Spandex Blend 6%, Rubber 4% |
| Porous materials | 0% | 4% |
| Median Phareros Score | 55/100 | 55/100 |
| Strongest in | Lingerie & Intimate Apparel, Sets, Teddys | Lingerie & Intimate Apparel, Pasties, Accessories |
Every figure above is counted from our live stock on 23 August 2026 — not vendor marketing. Materials are the share of items we have classified; the porous figure is published for both brands whether or not it flatters them. How the Phareros Score works · Our editorial standards.
Common questions
Is Mapale or Pastease cheaper?
Mapale ranges $5.90 to $53.10 (median $27.90). Pastease ranges $7.18 to $20.00 (median $8.00). Both are stocked new; free US shipping over $49.
What are Mapale and Pastease made of?
Mapale: Nylon 90%, Polyester 4%, Cotton 1%. Pastease: Adhesive 88%, Polyester Spandex Blend 6%, Rubber 4%. Percentages are of the items we have classified, counted from stock on hand.
Which is better for body safety, Mapale or Pastease?
We score every product 0-100 on what it is actually made of, brand track record and real demand. Median: Mapale 55/100, Pastease 55/100. Porous share: Mapale 0%, Pastease 4%. The score is published even when unflattering.
What does each brand specialise in?
Mapale is strongest in Lingerie & Intimate Apparel, Sets, Teddys. Pastease is strongest in Lingerie & Intimate Apparel, Pasties, Accessories — based on where their in-stock ranges are deepest.
Do you ship Mapale and Pastease discreetly?
Yes. Plain packaging with nothing on the outside indicating the contents, and a discreet billing descriptor.
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