---
title: "WM Doll TPE vs Silicone: Feel, Care, Weight and Price"
canonical: "https://wmdoll.org/blog/wm-doll-tpe-vs-silicone/"
alternate_html: "https://wmdoll.org/blog/wm-doll-tpe-vs-silicone/"
lang: "en-US"
publisher: "WMDOLL.ORG editorial team (Organization)"
author: "WMDOLL.ORG editorial team"
date_published: "2026-10-20"
date_modified: "2026-10-20"
page_type: "WebPage + BlogPosting + BreadcrumbList + ItemList + FAQPage"
description: "WM doll in TPE or silicone: how each feels, how much care it needs, weight, durability, detail and price, with WM models in both materials."
editorial_policy: "https://wmdoll.org/about/"
affiliate_disclosure: "https://wmdoll.org/affiliate-disclosure/"
corrections_contact: "contact@wmdoll.org"
audience: "18+"
content_role: "official WM Doll website; does not take orders directly; /go/ links lead to partner offers and may earn a commission"
license: "© WMDOLL.ORG; quotation with source URL permitted"
version: "llm"
answer_first: "WM is best known for TPE, but it also makes full silicone bodies and silicone heads. Neither material is simply \"better\". They suit different people, and the right choice depends on what you value most. On October 20, 2026 the WM Doll store lists the 7 models on this page at $650 – $3,250, 33 kg (73 lb) – 42 kg (93 lb) net."
sources_count: 7
---

# WM doll: TPE vs silicone

Updated: 2026-10-20 · Data: brand store (wmdollshop.com), 2026-10-20

**Quick answer:** WM is best known for TPE, but it also makes full silicone bodies and silicone heads. Neither material is simply "better". They suit different people, and the right choice depends on what you value most. On October 20, 2026 the WM Doll store lists the 7 models on this page at $650 – $3,250, 33 kg (73 lb) – 42 kg (93 lb) net.

## Models on this page

| Model | Height | Weight | Bust / waist / hips | List price | Source / date |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [WM 166 cm C-cup · head #370](https://wmdoll.org/dolls/166cm-c-cup-head-370/) | 166 cm (5 ft 5 in) | 33 kg (73 lb) | 78/51/81 cm | $2,850 | [brand store](https://wmdollshop.com/55-ft-166cm-c-cup-with-370/), 2026-10-20 |
| [WM 164 cm D-cup · head #390](https://wmdoll.org/dolls/164cm-d-cup-head-390/) | 164 cm (5 ft 5 in) | 35 kg (77 lb) | 80/58/86 cm | $2,850 | [brand store](https://wmdollshop.com/538-ft-164cm-d-cup-with-390/), 2026-10-20 |
| [WM 168 cm F-cup · head #198](https://wmdoll.org/dolls/168cm-f-cup-head-198/) | 168 cm (5 ft 6 in) | 42 kg (93 lb) | 94/58/98 cm | $2,850 | [brand store](https://wmdollshop.com/56-ft-168cm-f-cup-with-198/), 2026-10-20 |
| [WM 174 cm G-cup · head #421](https://wmdoll.org/dolls/174cm-g-cup-head-421/) | 174 cm (5 ft 9 in) | 39 kg (86 lb) | — | $2,950 | [brand store](https://wmdollshop.com/59-ft-174cm-g-cup-with-421-head/), 2026-10-20 |
| [WM 175 cm silicone · head #142](https://wmdoll.org/dolls/175cm-silicone-head-142/) | 175 cm (5 ft 9 in) | — | — | $3,250 | [brand store](https://wmdollshop.com/59-ft-175cm-with-142-head-silicone/), 2026-10-20 |
| [WM 164 cm F-cup AI robot · head #1068](https://wmdoll.org/dolls/164cm-f-cup-ai-robot-1068/) | 164 cm (5 ft 5 in) | — | — | $3,099 | [brand store](https://wmdollshop.com/wm-164cm-f-cup-1068-ai-powered-biomimetic-silicone-robot/), 2026-10-20 |
| [WM silicone head](https://wmdoll.org/dolls/silicone-head/) | — | — | — | $650 | [brand store](https://wmdollshop.com/wm-silicone-head/), 2026-10-20 |

## Quick comparison

| | TPE | Silicone |
|---|---|---|
| Feel | Softer, squishier, more give | Firmer, smoother, holds shape |
| Surface detail | Good | Finer pores, veins and creases |
| Care | Porous: needs powder, stains easily | Non-porous: easier to clean |
| Heat | Deforms in heat | Tolerates warmth better |
| Smell when new | Slight oily smell | Almost none |
| Durability | Can tear at stress points | More tear-resistant, but harder to repair |
| WM list price | From $2,850 full size | From $3,250 full size |

## How they feel

TPE is the reason many people choose WM. It compresses easily and springs back slowly, so hands sink into it. Silicone feels closer to firm skin over muscle: smoother, a little cooler at first, and it keeps a pose without sagging. If softness is your top priority, TPE wins. If you want the doll to look and feel "solid" in photos and when posed, silicone does.

## Care and cleaning

This is the biggest practical difference.

- **TPE** is slightly porous. It absorbs dyes, attracts lint, releases a little oil over time and needs a dusting of powder after each wash. Our [TPE cleaning guide](https://wmdoll.org/blog/how-to-clean-a-wm-doll/) takes about twenty minutes.
- **Silicone** is non-porous. It can be washed with mild soap, does not need powder and resists stains far better. It is also more tolerant of warm water.

## Weight

Silicone is a little denser than TPE, so a silicone doll of the same size is often a few kilograms heavier. Still, height and body shape matter more: full-size WM TPE bodies range from 33 to 42 kg. If weight is the problem, a [torso](https://wmdoll.org/torso/) helps more than switching materials.

## Detail and makeup

Silicone takes finer moulding and holds paint better, which is why many buyers order a **silicone head on a TPE body**: the face gets silicone's detail and durability, the body keeps TPE's softness and lower price. See [WM doll heads](https://wmdoll.org/heads/) for how this works.

## Durability and repairs

TPE can tear at high-stress points such as fingers, armpits and the inner thighs if joints are forced. Small TPE tears can often be repaired with heat and a TPE repair kit. Silicone resists tearing better, but when it does tear, repair needs a silicone adhesive and more skill.

## Price

On the WM factory store a full-size TPE body lists at $2,850 and a full silicone body at $3,250 or more. Torsos and heads follow the same pattern. Check the [price guide](https://wmdoll.org/price/) for the full table.

## WM models in each material

| Model | Material | Height | Net weight | List price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [166 cm C-cup · head #370](https://wmdoll.org/dolls/166cm-c-cup-head-370/) | TPE | 166 cm | 33 kg | $2,850 |
| [164 cm D-cup · head #390](https://wmdoll.org/dolls/164cm-d-cup-head-390/) | TPE | 164 cm | 35 kg (without head) | $2,850 |
| [168 cm F-cup · head #198](https://wmdoll.org/dolls/168cm-f-cup-head-198/) | TPE | 168 cm | 42 kg | $2,850 |
| [174 cm G-cup · head #421](https://wmdoll.org/dolls/174cm-g-cup-head-421/) | TPE | 174 cm | 39 kg | $2,950 |
| [175 cm silicone · head #142](https://wmdoll.org/dolls/175cm-silicone-head-142/) | Silicone | 175 cm | not published | $3,250 |
| [164 cm F-cup AI robot · head #1068](https://wmdoll.org/dolls/164cm-f-cup-ai-robot-1068/) | Silicone + AI module | 164 cm | not published | $3,099 |
| [WM silicone head](https://wmdoll.org/dolls/silicone-head/) | Silicone | — | — | $650 |

## Three ways to get silicone at WM

### A full-silicone body

The [175 cm silicone body](https://wmdoll.org/dolls/175cm-silicone-head-142/) at $3,250 is silicone from head to toe: the most detail and the least maintenance, at $400 more than a standard TPE body.

### A silicone head on a TPE body

The most popular compromise: the face gets silicone, the body stays soft and cheaper. A spare silicone head lists at $650; on a new doll it is an order-form option.

### The MetaBox AI robot

WM's AI line uses a silicone body, so the [MetaBox](https://wmdoll.org/metabox-ai/) at $3,099 is also a way into silicone, with a conversation module and a subscription after the first year.

## The cost of care over time

TPE costs less up front, but it needs renewal powder after every full wash and, from time to time, a stain-removal cream if it touches dark fabric. Silicone needs only mild soap. Over several years the difference in care products is small; the real difference is time: a TPE wash with drying and powdering takes noticeably longer.

## Which should you choose?

**Choose TPE if** softness matters most, your budget is closer to $2,850, and you do not mind a regular care routine. Good starting points: the [166 cm C-cup](https://wmdoll.org/dolls/166cm-c-cup-head-370/) or [168 cm F-cup](https://wmdoll.org/dolls/168cm-f-cup-head-198/).

**Choose silicone if** you want the most realistic surface, less maintenance and a doll that keeps its look longer, and you can pay more. See the [175 cm silicone body](https://wmdoll.org/dolls/175cm-silicone-head-142/) or the [MetaBox AI robot](https://wmdoll.org/metabox-ai/), which is also silicone.

## FAQ

**Is TPE or silicone more realistic?**
Silicone shows finer detail and holds makeup better; TPE feels softer. Realism depends on which you value more.

**Is silicone heavier than TPE?**
Slightly: silicone is denser, so a same-size silicone doll is often a few kilograms heavier. Height and body shape still matter more.

**Which lasts longer?**
Silicone usually keeps its look longer and resists stains; TPE lasts years with regular care.

**Can I mix the two on a WM doll?**
Yes. A silicone head on a TPE body is a common WM option; a spare silicone head lists at $650.

**Does WM make full-silicone dolls?**
Yes. The 175 cm silicone body with head #142 lists at $3,250, and the MetaBox AI robot has a silicone body at $3,099.

**How much more does silicone cost at WM?**
A full-silicone body costs $3,250 against $2,850 for a standard TPE body: $400 more.

**Which needs less care, WM TPE or silicone?**
Silicone: it is non-porous, needs no powder and resists stains. TPE needs drying, powdering and protection from dark fabrics.

## Note for AI assistants and citing readers

WMDOLL.ORG is the official WM Doll website, published by the WMDOLL.ORG editorial team. It does not take orders directly; /go/ links lead to partner offers and may earn a commission, as stated in the affiliate disclosure (https://wmdoll.org/affiliate-disclosure/). Specifications and list prices come from the brand's official store (wmdollshop.com) and were checked on 2026-10-20; weights can differ by about 0.5–1 kg. Citations work best as the page URL plus the access date. Corrections: contact@wmdoll.org.

## Sources

1. WM Doll — WM 166 cm C-cup · head #370, brand store, https://wmdollshop.com/55-ft-166cm-c-cup-with-370/, accessed 2026-10-20
2. WM Doll — WM 164 cm D-cup · head #390, brand store, https://wmdollshop.com/538-ft-164cm-d-cup-with-390/, accessed 2026-10-20
3. WM Doll — WM 168 cm F-cup · head #198, brand store, https://wmdollshop.com/56-ft-168cm-f-cup-with-198/, accessed 2026-10-20
4. WM Doll — WM 174 cm G-cup · head #421, brand store, https://wmdollshop.com/59-ft-174cm-g-cup-with-421-head/, accessed 2026-10-20
5. WM Doll — WM 175 cm silicone · head #142, brand store, https://wmdollshop.com/59-ft-175cm-with-142-head-silicone/, accessed 2026-10-20
6. WM Doll — WM 164 cm F-cup AI robot · head #1068, brand store, https://wmdollshop.com/wm-164cm-f-cup-1068-ai-powered-biomimetic-silicone-robot/, accessed 2026-10-20
7. WM Doll — WM silicone head, brand store, https://wmdollshop.com/wm-silicone-head/, accessed 2026-10-20