Merula Cup XL ice - The Menstrual Cup for Very Heavy Flow Days

This thing is a lifesaver! I have a insanely heavy flow. I have to wear this plus an overnight maxi pad and still fill up the cup and the pad in 2 hours, but I know that sounds like not a long time, but itis much better than any other cup i have used. I love it!!

I bought this product back in 2019 (the one size). Before that I had numerous other cups but they all did not work for me. First, my uterus was low, I had VERY HEAVY flow for at least up to the 3rd day and I would leak no matter what I tried whether it was high capacity cup or cups designed for low uterus. Well, when I got this one, I was already fed up and left it for a LONG time. During that time I found out some things about myself. I had very tight muscles down there so by the time my cup was full (within hours), I could tell. Not only would I leak again, but I had this swishing feeling... too weird to explain. I also mastered my folding technique and realized one thing too... if you don't fold properly you'll push air up inside you which will cause a great deal of discomfort and may even create conditions for bacteria to grow. So make sure that even if you insert it, you squeeze the air out and use your fingers to manipulate around the edges to get it sealed. How will you know when its sealed; give it a gentle pull and it won't go anywhere! When you want to release you DO NOT PULL IT OUT! Squeeze it and then remove it in that pinched position. Why am I telling you all this? Because going on this journey requires patience and exploration. All the things that people complained about bitterly on various platforms what EXACTLY WHAT I NEEDED. I needed something with crazy suction (or else I would pour). I needed something that would hold its shape no matter what (because my muscles were strong). You might have a collection before you see what works for you, but don't stop trying. The tampons and the pads ARE NOT WORTH GOING BACK TO. I took me years to figure out that I made the right choice in buying this one. Now I'm extending my collection. Love you all - Michelle

I bought this one because of my insanely heavy flow because a smaller one would be pointless. Don't think for a moment that being able to use ultra tampons means you can put this thing in. Its also impossible to keep folded so while you are sitting there trying to insert repeatedly and it pops open spraying blood everywhere……yeah :|

Haven't used it yet but I'm sure I will love it, specially bc it is harder than the ones I've previously used it looks like it will "pop"/unfold easily once inside, that is an issue I have encountered with the softer cups in the past, bc they are so soft they stay folded and won't "pop" inside. Will be back with an updated review after my first use. 💕

I'm very pleased with these cups! I've been happily using Lunette cups for about 15 years and when searching for a new one, I found the Merula cups which, honestly, sounded too good to be true with promises of soft comfort with XL capacity. Well, they have delivered on this promise for sure. I have both the the XL and the regular sized cups for heavy and light days and they go in and come out so easy and comfortably and are also comfortable while in place. The XL cup lasts twice as long as a standard cup with so much more capacity for those extra heavy days. The silicone is very soft for comfort yet firm enough to open up when inserted. Finally! its about time. Sorry Lunette, I am a Merula convert!

Painful to use even for an experienced cup user, and if it doesn't work for you just beware that this company offers no satisfaction guarantee and will not refund/replace items that don't work for you. Recommend Saalt or Pixie as companies with much better customer service if something doesn't work for you

...no air holes for venting/suction release. Damn near pulled out my cervix. Also seems to be for low cervixes (sp). Too much digging for high cervix ladies. Nope. Capacity is nice though.

If you want a prolapse then buy it. After my 3rd time of using it I got uterine prolapse and I've used many menstrual cups before this. The suction on this cup is crazy purchase at your own risk.

Ho provato tanti tipi di coppette, ma ho sempre avuto problemi a causa di un flusso decisamente abbondante. Con l'acquisto di questo prodotto, invece, ho quasi l'impressione di non avere le mestruazioni. Comodo, pratico e graziosissima la bustina per conservare la coppetta. Associato ho acquistato anche il bicchiere per la sterilizzazione, anch'esso pratico e decisamente grazioso.

Die Tasse teste ich jetzt seit zwei Monaten. Sie hält, was sie verspricht: Kann tatsächlich mehrere Stunden sicher getragen werden und sammelt alles auf, was sie sammeln soll. Das Einführen muss man aber tatsächlich ein bisschen üben. Noch mehr das Herausnehmen. Letzteres tut sogar etwas weh, weil die Tasse eine harte Kante hat. Für mich persönlich ist es aber erträglich, so dass keine Sternepunkte hier dafür abgezogen werden. Sagen wir so: Die Tasse kann vor allem denjenigen passen, die auf einer längeren Reise oder beim Arbeiten weit weg von zivilisierten Toiletten auch an den "starken" Tagen aktiv bleiben und bereit sind, dafür ein paar Unbequemlichkeiten pro Tag in Kauf zu nehmen. Ich freue mich jedenfalls, dass ich mich vor dem Kauf noch dutzendmal auf Youtube und Co informiert habe. Trotz aller positiven Rezensionen muss der Kauf so eines hautnahen Gegenstandes gut überlegt sein.

I’ve tried menstrual cups a few times over the years but had always struggled with leaks, no matter what techniques I used. My period is v heavy, and I was getting so fed up with leaks - even when using ultra tampons and thick period pants - that I thought I’d give cups another go. Given my periods are pretty heavy this cup seemed like the right choice. The first month was pretty unsuccessful - it hurt to get in and I experienced lots of leaks. I was pretty disappointed. HOWEVER, I’d say you have to be patient, and persevere with this, and it’ll be worth it. The second month I found a method for insertion that worked for me - basically put it in with the punch fold method, and keep rotating it (sometimes 4-5 times) until you feel the resistance when you pull down on the little ladder handle. I’m now on my 4th month and it only leaks when it’s full, and is comfortable throughout my whole period, even when it’s getting lighter. My next step is to work out how to remove it without too much mess - and I’ve definitely seen an improvement this month. One thing this cup has taught me - I was right… my period is VERY heavy. I easily fill the 50ml cup 3-4 times per day for the first 2 days of my period, which is insane…! As a result I’ve started on iron tablets. My period is now pretty much pain free, eco-sustainable, and I'm coming closer to forgetting it’s happening for the first time since starting my periods (and I’m now 40…!!). Absolutely recommend for anyone who has been disappointed by cups before and has a heavy flow… but don’t expect it to work or go smoothly straightaway.

Llevo mucho tiempo usando copas menstruales talla L porque al tener miomas, sangro muchisimo y el tampax se me queda cortísimo, puedo llegar a llenar una copa en una hora… desconocía de la existencia de esta copa talla XL y menudo descubrimiento! El echo de que cabe más capacidad te hace la vida un poco más fácil en esos días que no puedes llevar una vida normal al sangrar tanto. Es cierto que cuesta al principio pillarle el truco de como ponértela, pero merece la pena ir probando. Si tienes problemas de sangrado abundante mi opinión es que la pruebes.

I used to go toilet to change my old cup in 1-2 hours which is quite uncomfortable if am outside my home so I started to search for a large capacity cup for my heavy days, then i find this MerulaXL cup in internet. I go through others reviews and there was actually not much reviews about the cup and some reviews says it causes pressure on bladder. I was really confused to buy it because i got problem with my previous cup , i don’t remember its brand name, cup was not opening, anyway i decided try my luck because i don’t have any other options to be comfortable in those days. Yesterday i started to use merula xl cup for 1 st time. cup is almost same diameter from top to bottom that’s make 50 ml capacity.It easily opened inside , i usually do punch down fold. Initially i felt little discomfort but i am totally fine from next use. No pain or discomfort , very comfortable and very happy. I am writing this review to help others to think about trying merula xl cup or other larger capacity cups if you really struggle with heavy flows. I know all cups not fit for all. I am 147 cm/ 60 kg , mother of 2. i used Shecup for past 5 years which is a good quality small cup but now am switching to merula xl due to my heavy periods related to medical problems Hope my review helps someone. Have a good day