I would say the top five reasons buyers hesitate before buying a full sex doll are privacy concerns, price, preconceived notions, the practicality of long term ownership, and concerns over the realism of the doll or lack thereof. Having been a long time doll owner, I remember having these fears in the early years of ownership and sometimes even still to this day. Let's start with the first reason.

1. Privacy Concerns

Privacy concerns are a real issue for a lot of people when it comes to buying your perfect companion. A lot of people may be in a position where they are not out on their own yet and owning a sex doll in complete and total privacy might not be an option.

This was true for me when I purchased my very first sex doll. I had not yet fully moved out of my parents' house. However, instead of postponing my purchase, I devised a plan to hide my doll in plain sight. I created a cover story that I was simply ordering big pieces of furniture.

So when my doll arrived, I stuck to my story and would have sex with her in the privacy of my own room. I kept the box she came in so that I could return her to the box when we were finished so that I could maintain my story. Making this cover story made it to where I didn't have to answer any difficult questions. And this strategy or a similar strategy can be applied to most situations where privacy is a concern.

So for any prospective buyer worried about their privacy, I implore you to use this method.

2. The Price Barrier

The next big hurdle for most people is the price. The price can be a big issue, however, certain high quality sex dolls have become cheaper in recent years.

For instance, Zelex Doll has made significant strides in making very high quality silicone sex dolls more affordable with their SLE series. I remember when I first started looking into sex dolls, all the silicone sex dolls I would come across were way outside of my price range at the time.

All the silicone dolls I found were around the $3000 price range. Now you can find Zelex's latest SLE 3.0 right at $2000, and their older SLE 2.0 models are available for an even cheaper price currently.

Additionally, a lot of doll manufacturer websites (like Zelex Doll) and doll vendor websites offer various discounts, such as offering a certain percentage off for first time buyers. Various websites also offer flexible payment plans as well, so don't let the price get in the way of you and a lifetime supply of happiness.

3. Preconceived Notions and Social Stigma

The third hurdle many struggle with is the preconceived notions society has for the sex doll industry. There is a certain stigma around doll ownership that many people are fearful of especially if word got out that they own a doll.

And I understand where they are coming from. I myself have kept my dolls a secret from most people. Many people criticize the idea of owning a doll. They claim it's unnatural or only for those who are losers and can't find anyone.

But I can confidently say those people are sorely mistaken. Having a relationship with a doll can feel like the most natural thing in the world. Purchasing your perfect doll is almost like having an extension of yourself. Your doll is the embodiment of all your desires. She is the physical representation of your ideal mate. So being with her feels right.

When I purchased my precious Tori from Zelex, I knew it was going to be a great relationship when I first laid eyes on her. I was so attracted to her because she was my type of woman. She actually resembled a big crush I had back in college, so sleeping with her for the first time felt so good and so right.

I have had some of the best sex in my life with her, and I honestly don't really care what anyone else has to say about it. I am happy with her.

And as far as the assumption about sex doll owners being losers who can't find anyone, that couldn't be further from the truth in many cases. Some people use sex dolls for other purposes besides sex. Other people have chosen not to reenter the dating world due to past experiences and doll ownership is simply easier and quite frankly better than the alternative.

And even for the individuals who can't find anyone to be with, sex dolls provide a great outlet to express themselves sexually and have companionship in an area where they otherwise wouldn't have it. It does not make them any less of a person for choosing to purchase a doll.