Compared with OCPs and IUDs, the diaphragm provides moderate protection against sexually transmitted diseases.1,7–9

Diaphragm use allows greater sexual spontaneity and more sexual sensation than male condom use.1

Compared with OCPs, the diaphragm is safer for use in women with medical conditions and in women older than 35 years who smoke.

The diaphragm is less expensive than OCPs, IUDs, or sterilization.

The diaphragm is an easily reversible method of contraception, unlike tubal ligation or vasectomy.

Unlike the male condom, the diaphragm allows female-controlled contraception.

Diaphragm use requires one annual physician visit, compared with multiple visits for injectable hormonal contraceptive use.