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Starpery 172cm TPE Review: The Tall Option, Weighed
Verdict: 85/100 — the best tall TPE sculpt we track, with the heaviest practical cost of ownership in the class.
Research-based editorial review — see methodology.
Strengths
- Realism (88): body proportions at 172cm are the most convincing of the tall TPE builds; face sculpts (frequent new releases) consistently photograph above class.
- Build (85): EVO skeleton with hard/soft head and silicone-head upgrade options.
Weaknesses
- Handling: 44kg is the practical ceiling for most solo owners — read our weight guide honestly before ordering. Two-person delivery into position is a real pattern in owner forums, not a joke.
- TPE care burden as standard.
Who should buy it
Buyers over ~180cm themselves, or anyone specifically wanting a full-scale partner presence — and who has the storage and strength plan for it. Everyone else gets 90% of the experience from the 160–165cm class at lower weight.