SwimCount Sperm Quality Test
SwimCount Sperm Quality Test
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Why you'll love it
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A complete at-home sperm test, no lab visit, no appointment, no sample to post -
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Results in 30 minutes, in total privacy -
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Measures progressively motile sperm, the ones that can actually reach an egg -
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A clear three-level colour result, not just a vague pass or fail -
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Clinically validated against standard laboratory semen analysis -
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Everything you need in the box, single-use and simple to follow
This test is for you if
- You've been trying for a while and want to check the male side too
- You'd rather test at home first than book a clinic appointment straight away
- You want a private, low-pressure starting point before seeking fertility support
- You want to know about sperm quality, not just a rough count
What's in the box
- The SwimCount test device
- A semen collection cup
- A transfer syringe
- Full step-by-step instructions
Details
How to use it
Before you test, abstain from ejaculating for at least 2 days but no more than 7, as testing too soon or too late can skew your result. Collect your sample into the cup provided and let it sit for 30 minutes to liquefy, then stir it gently about 10 times. Draw exactly 0.5ml into the syringe, add it to the device's sample well, and push the slider forward slowly until it clicks. Leave the device flat and still on a level surface, don't shake or move it, and wait 30 minutes. Pull the slider back to reveal your result and read it within 5 minutes.
Reading your result
The result is a colour in the window, and the darker it is, the more progressively motile sperm your sample contains. A light purple means your motile sperm concentration is below the WHO threshold of 5 million per mL, which is considered low. Darker shades mean you're at or above that threshold, in the normal to high range. It's not a yes or no answer, it's a picture of where you sit. A low result doesn't mean you can't conceive, and a normal result isn't a guarantee, but either way it's useful information to take to a doctor.
Important to know
This is a screening test, not a full diagnosis. If your result comes back low, see your doctor or a fertility specialist for a proper semen analysis rather than drawing conclusions from one home test. It should not be used to check whether a vasectomy has worked. Single use only.
Shipping & delivery
Free NZ shipping on orders over $120. Ships within 1 business day. Discreet packaging with no branding available on request. We ship New Zealand-wide.
Returns
Because these are intimate-use products, we can't accept returns once opened for hygiene reasons. Unopened, undamaged tests can be returned within 30 days for a full refund. Damaged in transit? Tell us and we'll replace it.
See how this product works...
Fertility conversations still land, unfairly, mostly on one person. Around half the time, though, the answer involves sperm, and yet the male side often goes unchecked for months simply because the first step feels awkward. Booking an appointment, producing a sample at a clinic, waiting for a call. SwimCount takes all of that off the table.
Meet the SwimCount Sperm Quality Test, an at-home sperm test you can do quietly, in your own bathroom, with a result in 30 minutes. No clinic, no waiting room, no posting a sample anywhere. Everything you need is in the box, and the whole thing stays completely between you.
What makes it genuinely worth doing is what it measures. Most simple sperm tests just count how many sperm are there. SwimCount looks at progressively motile sperm, the strong forward swimmers, which are the only ones that can actually travel and fertilise an egg. A high count of sperm that don't swim well isn't the same as good sperm quality, and this test is designed to tell the difference. You get a three-level colour result showing where your motile sperm concentration sits against the standard clinical threshold, so it's real information rather than a vague thumbs up.
And that's the point. Whether it comes back reassuring or gives you something to act on, it's a starting point, one you can take to a doctor with confidence instead of wondering. Knowing is better than guessing, and this is the easiest possible way to know.
- An at-home sperm test with private results in 30 minutes
- Measures progressively motile sperm, the ones that can reach an egg
- A clear three-level result, clinically validated against lab semen analysis
Your questions, answered.
What does this test actually measure?
It measures the concentration of progressively motile sperm, the ones that swim forward strongly. Those are the only sperm that can travel to and fertilise an egg, so it's a more meaningful measure of sperm quality than a plain count.
How do I read my result?
It's a colour in the result window, and darker means more motile sperm. A light purple means your concentration is below the standard clinical threshold of 5 million motile sperm per mL. Darker shades mean you're at or above it. It's a three-level scale rather than a simple yes or no.
How long does it take?
About 30 minutes from adding your sample to reading the result, plus a 30 minute wait beforehand for the sample to liquefy. All of it at home, all of it private.
Do I need to prepare before testing?
Yes, and it matters for accuracy. Abstain from ejaculating for at least 2 days but no more than 7 before you test. Testing too soon or leaving it too long can both distort the result.
What if my result is low?
Don't panic, and don't treat it as final. Sperm quality naturally varies from sample to sample, and this is a screening test rather than a diagnosis. Take the result to your doctor or a fertility specialist, who can arrange a full semen analysis. It's also worth knowing that sperm takes roughly 2 to 3 months to renew, so lifestyle changes take time to show up.
Can I use it to check if my vasectomy worked?
No. SwimCount isn't designed or validated for that, and you shouldn't rely on it to confirm a vasectomy. Follow up with your doctor for that instead.
Is this the same as a semen analysis at a clinic?
No, it's a screening test you can do privately at home. A clinical semen analysis looks at more factors, including count, motility, shape and volume. SwimCount is the easy first step that tells you whether it's worth booking one.