Thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) and polyvinyl chloride (PVC) are both synthetic materials that are used in a wide variety of applications. TPEs are a class of polymers that have the properties of both rubber and plastic. TPEs are more flexible and durable than PVC, but they are also more expensive. PVC is less expensive than TPEs, but it is not as flexible or durable. TPE and PVC are both versatile materials that can be used in a wide variety of applications. The choice of TPE or PVC for a particular application depends on the specific requirements of the application.