While I love all sorts of sex toys, I have to admit that clitoral vibrators and wand massagers are easily the type I use the most. It’s only sometimes that I am in the mood for dildos, internal vibrators, or butt plugs, but almost daily you can find me using a external vibrator. To me, wand massagers are the ultimate lazy masturbation toys, while clitoral vibrators are the perfect accessory to any sexy-time encounters with my partner. So, when Peepshow Toys approached me recently about reviewing some toys for them, I was drawn to the Blush Novelties Noje W3, as it’s essentially a cross between these two types of external vibrating toys. How? Well, it may look like a wand massager, but at less than half the size of my Magic Wand, it’s even smaller than some of my clitoral vibrators!

Product Description

The Blush Novelties Noje W3 is kind of mind-boggling to view in photos, and I can promise you it is likely smaller than you think. I knew the toy would be small when I requested it, it’s called a ‘Mini Wand’ after all, but I still wasn’t mentally prepared for its size, which is only 13cm / 5.1″ in total. It’s so small that it is just adorable to look at, and I can’t help but thinking “aww” every time I see it. It almost feels like a fake miniature version of the real thing. Thankfully for everyone though it most certainly isn’t fake, and for such a cheap toy it certainly has a lot going for it!

Usually with toys of this price, I’ve come to expect that it’ll be lacking in some way, such as being battery powered, not waterproof, and so forth. But the Noje W3 completely defies those expectations, as not only is it USB rechargeable, but is also waterproof, body-safe, and comes with a 1 year warranty. The design for the toy is very simple, but it uses this to its advantage, coming off as very sleek and minimalist. It essentially just looks like a classic wand massager, although its handle is curved to give it something extra (although Blush Novelties also make a version without a curve, if it isn’t your thing). The body of the toy is made from a smooth ABS plastic that feels good to the touch, while the head is full silicone. Additionally, the silicone on the head can be removed for easy cleaning. At its lower end is the magnetic charging area, along with a single button for controlling the toy and its 10 functions. It comes in three colours, Rose (Pink), Sage (Green), and Wisteria (Purple), which is what I have. While pink and purple are very common sex toy colours, Blush Novelties have moved away from the more typical shades which is nice to see, and I love the green option as it’s a colour that’s too often forgotten in this industry.

Packaging

My order with Peepshow Toys for the Blush Novelties Noje W3 was placed on the 29th of September and I received it on the 6th of October, which is a fantastic amount of time since it was coming all the way from the US to Australia. The package had no mention of the company that sent it, but did list the items inside as “Massager”, which may be an issue if privacy is important to you. The packaging for the toy itself is very simple, and what I expected of such a low budget sex toy. It continues on from the toy’s minimal theme, using a white box along with just simple details about how the toy works on it. There is also a clear plastic panel, letting you see the toy before opening the box. Once opened, inside I found the toy, along with its charging cord, and a small instruction manual which details using and caring for the toy in both English and Spanish. This manual also has information about the warranty, although sadly this only applies to those in the US and Canada.

Charging

The Blush Novelties Noje W3 is USB rechargeable, which makes charging it super easy. Just connect one end of the charging cable to the toy, and the other end to a USB port. The charging cable is also magnetic, which is designed so that it may be easily applied to the vibrator without having to actually be ‘plugged in’. To use this just place it over the charging area on the toy and it should ‘click’ into place (you might need to spin it around a bit for this to work). Once on properly the button area should light up and blink slowly. I do find this magnetic charger occasionally frustrating to apply and position so it won’t just fall off immediately (or if it gets accidentally knocked during the charge), but it isn’t the worst magnetic charger I’ve ever used. It should take around 1.5 hours to fully charge it, and once finished the light will become steady. This should then give you about 1 hour of use.

Controls

As the toy only has one button it is rather easy to use and very intuitive. Firstly, to turn it on you just need to hold down the button for 3 seconds. This is kind of odd, as usually things turn on after just one click, and has resulted in me thinking it was either out of charge or broken a few times. But despite my troubles with it, this idea is actually a good one, as it basically acts as a travel lock, and since I doubt you’ll have as many vibrators as me, you’ll be less likely to forget this function. Once on you can then press the button to cycle through the toy’s ten modes, five of which are steady speeds, and five of which are patterns. It will then reset back to the first mode once you’ve gone through all of them (and will always start on the first mode, which is the lowest steady vibration), and then to turn the toy off just hold down the power button for 3 seconds again. I love everything about how this button works, and particularly love that the amount of steady vibrations and pattern vibrations are equal. My only criticism would be that if you want to lower the speed of steady vibrations you either need to click through the entire cycle to get back to what you want, or turn the toy off and on again which will take a minimum of 6 seconds, which are both quite frustrating.

First Impressions

According to the box of the Noje W3, the toy features “Deep rumbly vibrations”, although I have to admit I doubted this due to its small size. But I was pleasantly surprised when I first turned it on, as I was indeed greeted by rumbly vibrations. As with all vibrators, as the speed increases so does the buzziness, but this still wasn’t as much as most. In terms of how strong it actually is I was also surprised to find that this little toy can hold up its own against other powerful clit vibes such as the We-Vibe Tango. It has definitely got a strong motor in it, and is easily one of the more powerful clit vibes of my collection. Its noise level is also quite good, being a little bit noisy on its highest speed but probably still quiet enough to not be heard behind closed doors. The only downside is that the residual vibrations along the handle are also quite strong, which can make it difficult to hold for long periods of time.

My Experience

In use, due to its wand massager appearance, the expectation is that it’ll be broad stimulation, which is what those types of toys are known for. However, despite that expectation, the head is way too small for that, so it is instead more of a pin-point feeling. You really have to put appearances aside when using it, because once in use it really just feels like a clitoral vibrator, and nothing about it (other than perhaps the way I have to hold it) really speaks ‘wand massager’ to me. While I don’t find it as strong as some of my top rated clitoral vibes, such as the We-VIbe Tango and Nu Sensuelle Point, it certainly still gives a lot of stimulation and pleasure, and is far better than the majority of clitoral vibrators that I’ve tried. I love that it has five speeds, as I can slowly ramp this up when I am masturbating, and overall I find it very quick and easy to orgasm with. Plus, since it is so small I can also use it during PIV sex or masturbation with insertable toys, which is something I don’t get to do with regular wand massagers, and as the head of the toy is soft it doesn’t catch on my other toys, making it better for use during these times than even my bullet vibrators.

Cleaning & Care

Cleaning this toy is easy as it is waterproof and has a removal head. If you’ve just gotten the head dirty then all you need to do is slide off the silicone and wash this, and if you’ve gotten the handle messy too then you can also pop this in to wash. Just give it a scrub with some warm soapy water, rinse and then air dry. Since the head has lines in its silicone, you may also want to scrub these with a spare toothbrush if it looks like bodily fluids are hiding here. You can then return it to whatever storage solution you have, but since the silicone does not attract dust you should be fine to leave it anywhere. Avoid using silicone lubricant with the silicone head, but if you do want to use this then perform a spot test first to see if they are compatible.

Final Thoughts

Overall, I actually really like the Blush Novelties Noje W3. When I first got it I thought it would be more of a novelty product, but it was clear from the first time I turned it on that this was not the case. I was genuinely surprised by just how strong and rumbly its vibrations are, not just because of its size but also because of its price tag. I am always happy when I have cheap products I feel I can recommend to my readers, because I know that not everyone have $100+ to fork out on a sex toy. This toy ticks all my boxes for functions, plus it essentially even has a travel lock despite that not being something that is advertised! I wouldn’t recommend this toy to someone who is looking for a cheap wand massager, because the stimulation I get from this toy is very different to what a regular massager would give. But for anyone who is looking for a cheap clitoral vibrator, this is definitely the way to go.

Sadly, the Blush Novelties Noje W3 has now been discontinued.

Continue with more of my mini massager reviews here!

Last updated: 18/2/24

Price at the time of writing: $45.70 AUD / $35.99 USD

I received this product in exchange for an honest and unbiased review. Affiliate links have been used in this post.

I always have mixed feelings whenever I am sent wand massagers for review. They are by far my favourite sex toys, so much so that I’m not sure if I could live without them. So the chances are I am probably going to very much enjoy testing any wand massager that happens to come my way. But at the same time, I feel this makes me more critical, as the bar for them has already been set so high, that how on earth can anything possibly attempt to exceed it? Despite all that though, I just can’t help but want as many as possible in my toy box, and my latest addition to this addiction happens to be the Sola Sync. While most wands are all essentially the same thing but with a different look and motor, the Sync stood out to me with its unique shape, and most interesting of all… a remote control! Thankfully Peepshow Toys were kind enough to send me one for review to see if it lives up to my high standards.

The Brand

Sola is a relatively new subset of Blush Novelties and so this is my first review of one of their products, but I have heard some fantastic things about them. Based in New York, the company is run by a couple and focuses on electrical sex toys. In addition to the Sync, they also have some internal vibes, rabbit vibes, and some egg massagers of their own design (which I’m very intrigued by). I love their branding and toy design, as it’s all very minimal and modern looking, and better yet, all their toys are made from body-safe materials.

Product Description

It is clear a lot of consideration and thought has gone into designing the Sync, and I am so thankful to Sola for that. First off, it has all the regular considerations you would expect in a sex toy like this. Both the wand and the remote are USB rechargeable, made of silky smooth body-safe silicone, and the wand is also waterproof (the remote is not). It boasts 10 functions, 5 steady speeds and 5 patterns, which is a good amount and a fantastic balance of the two types. The Sync then features three buttons along its handle, while the remote has five, and these are raised so that they can be felt as well as seen. The Sync’s design is sleek and modern, and the reflective matte plastic details give off an incredibly luxurious feel. The head of the massager is rather small, completely firm, and fully rounded aside from a flat area on top. Sadly, the Sync is only available in purple.

The Sync’s uniqueness comes into play when you start to consider the shape it has been designed with. One of the biggest issues with wand massagers is that they are not very accessible for some people due to their weight and the need to hold them at an angle (usually with some force) against yourself for long periods of time. So what Sola has done is look at these issues, and then create a toy that aims to fix them. First off it is surprisingly light, much more so than my other massagers of its size. The curved ergonomic handle also aims to make holding it easier, and it has been shaped with our bodies in mind, so that it can rest against you easily for hands-free play. Plus, the handle is extra long, which aims to help improve grip, and it also means that if you use it as a back massager then it can reach all those difficult spots. Finally, the handle is flat so that it may be placed between two bodies without being uncomfortable, and the remote means that you can still control it. It’s like Sola thought of everything!

Packaging

My order with Peepshow Toys for the Sola Sync was placed on the 29th of September and I received it on the 6th of October, which is a fantastic amount of time since it was coming all the way from the US to Australia. The package had no mention of the company that sent it, but did list the items inside as “Massager”, which may be an issue if privacy is important to you. The box for the Sync itself seems slightly excessive in size (it’s very big), but otherwise is gorgeous and feels totally luxurious. It’s made from thick card, and initially has a sleeve on it that features actual-size depictions of the toy, as well as information on what the toy can do. This sleeve can then be removed to reveal the box itself, which has a beautiful pink to purple gradient, and the brand name ‘Sola’ on the front with a UV coating (meaning it only shows up in certain lights). This then opens up to reveal the Sync and remote sitting in a plastic insert, and once this is removed you can access the instruction manual, storage pouch, charger, and a AC adaptor. These are also presently very nicely, and each have their own little box. The entire presentation of this toy is top notch, and the box is high quality enough to allow for it to be easily reused. Plus, the storage bag is nice and fits the toy well, while the instructions are quite detailed. Finally, this toy comes with an amazing 5 year global warranty, although make sure you keep the box if you think you might need this, as this will serve as your proof of purchase (which is frustrating when it’s so big!).

Charging

Charging both the wand and remote are super easy, and they actually use the same charging cord, which means you only need to take up one USB slot to charge the both of them, pretty neat! You should fully charge them prior to first use, and charging should take 1.5 hours. After this you will get around 1 hour and 20 minutes worth of play time. When on charge the LED light in both the wand and remote should blink, and when fully charged it will glow steady.

Controls

This first big issue I had with the Sola Sync is its buttons, which I’ve found very confusing. It only has three, a plus, a O, and a minus, which seem rather straight forward initially. To turn the toy on you just need to hold down the middle O button for three seconds, which will put the toy on a stand-by mode as indicated by the LED light turning on. This seems easy enough, but the problem is that the LED light is on the middle button, so you cannot see it as your finger is covering it, making it frustrating to tell if its turned on yet or not. Next, you need to activate the vibrations by clicking one of the other two buttons. According to the instructions, you press the plus button to increase speeds, and the minus button to decrease the speeds, which makes total sense, but it also says you press the plus button to turn on patterns. This is a little confusing, if you press plus are you going to be activating the patterns or increasing the speed? Well, this is what actually happens: Once in stand-by mode, if you press the plus button then it’ll put you on the lowest steady speed, and if you press the minus it’ll put you on the patterns (completely opposite to the instructions). You can then use the two buttons as a way to cycle through the 10 functions, increasing or decreasing them at will. After awhile you can get use to this, but it certainly isn’t easy to remember, and isn’t helped by the fact that the instructions are incorrect and vague. Once you’re done, you can then turn the toy off by holding the middle button down for 3 seconds, which feels a bit too long for me, as it means I cannot quickly turn it off if I need to.

The Remote

Thankfully the Sync does somewhat redeem itself by having the buttons on the remote work like a dream. It has five buttons, an on/off button, plus, minus, and two arrows. As you’d imagine, pressing the on/off button will put it in a stand-by mode, as indicated by a LED light above the button (so you can actually see it). You’ll also then need to put the wand into stand-by mode, so the two can connect. Then you can then press the plus and minus buttons to cycle through the steady patterns, whilst you can use the arrow buttons to cycle through the patterns. Pressing the on/off button again will then turn off the vibrations and the remote, but leave the wand in stand-by mode, so you’ll have to turn this off separately (which is frustrating because if you forget about it like me then it drains the battery). Everything about this is fantastic and very intuitive to use, so it’s a shame the wand is so different. In regards to it connecting to the wand, I haven’t had a single issue. I even got my partner to walk as far to the other end of the house as possible with it, and it still worked (it’s suppose to have a reach of 40 feet)! Personally I don’t have a good reason to use the remote, other than to avoid the confusing buttons on the wand, but I could totally imagine this being a fantastic addition depending on how you use wands. In particular I think it would be perfect if you do rope bondage involving wands, as this way your partner will be able to control the wand without worry.

My Experience

The vibrations for the Sola Sync are described in their marketing as “rumbly” and “deep”, and I agree somewhat with this, although like most vibrators it does become more buzzy the higher it goes. The biggest issue I have with the vibrations on this toy however, is that I feel like the lowest steady speed is way too high. When I use sex toys I want the first setting to be gentle, so that I can calmly and easily get into the mood, and not completely overpower myself from the get go. I would like to think I have a pretty tough clitoris, but the first speed of the Sync is far too strong for me to place on it if I haven’t warmed up prior, and it is only made worse by the hard silicone of the head. Meaning I need to use another toy to start myself off, and then move onto the Sync, which seems pretty pointless. I would imagine if you don’t use vibrators often then you would struggle with this even more, and it’s certainly not ideal to need a secondary vibrator in any circumstance. Furthermore, in regards to the noise level, the Sola Sync is certainly one of my more noisy toys, and I wouldn’t recommend it for someone who lives with housemates or family.

Despite my issues with the vibrations and buttons, I do enjoy using this wand. Once I get over the initial strength of the first vibration, or warm myself up with a different toy, I find it quite pleasurable. The head is too hard and it can be a little too buzzy for my preferences, but despite this I can orgasm with it, it just takes a little while. I also like that I can ‘feel’ the buttons instead of having to stop masturbating to look at them (when I’m not using the remote), as this makes life so much easier.

Also, this isn’t something I usually comment on, but the Sola Sync makes a damn good back massager. Seriously.

Cleaning & Care

Cleaning the Sola Sync is super easy since it is waterproof. Just throw it in some soapy water when you’re done, give it a wash, rinse, and then dry. You can then store it in its storage pouch or the box it came in. Keep in mind the remote is not waterproof, so just give this a wipe down if it happens to get dirty. Make sure to not use silicone-based lubricant with this product, as it may react badly to the silicone it is made of, but if you do then first perform a spot test.

Final Thoughts

I don’t want to dislike the Sola Sync, because I think it’s a brilliant example of human-centred design. Too often in this industry we see phrases like “Our Company Has Reinvented X Toy” and it’s rarely ever true. But I think that’s what Sola have done with this. They’ve taken a well-loved favourite, researched the troubles some people face when using it, and have designed the toy around those needs. The curved and extra long flat ergonomic handle, the weight of it, and the remote, all of these things directly help solve troubles that people have with wand massagers, and I think it’s brilliant. I certainly have issues with the buttons and speed settings of this toy, but those feel like such little things in comparison to the overall design, and they are also easy fixes. I also don’t want to put people off because I didn’t enjoy using this toy that much, because this toy wasn’t made with me in mind. In addition, this is also a quite a reasonably priced sex toy, so even though I’ve talked about how luxurious it is, it’s actually at the lower end of the wand prices. If you’ve ever had issues holding a wand massager, then this is for you and I’d whole-heartedly recommend getting one. For the rest of us, I would suggest holding back until Sola (hopefully) make some of the improvements I’ve suggested. Overall, if this is the sort of designs that Sola are coming out with, then they have certainly caught my eye and I am so excited to see what they do next and try more of their products. We need more companies in this industry like them.

Sadly, the Sola Sync has now been discontinued.

However, it seems to have been reborn as the identical Blush Wellness Eternal Wand!

Last updated: 20/2/24

Price at the time of writing: $160 AUD / $123 USD

I received this product in exchange for an honest and unbiased review. Affiliate links have been used in this post.

It’s hard to believe, but we’re already halfway through the year! It’s been a pretty good one so far here at Princess Previews, but for anyone who read my Top 10 Toys of 2018 post you might have noticed that something has been missing… dildos! That’s right, in that post I declared that 2019 would be the year of dildos, since I had been sorely lacking reviews of my favourite type of toy on the blog last year (I only did one!). Well, it might have taken a little while, but here I am finally with my first dildo review of the year (that is, unless you count the Kink by Doc Johnson Drencher, but I don’t since I couldn’t actually fit it inside of me). It doesn’t stop here either, as SheVibe have been kind enough to send me three of the best looking dildos on the market right now. Coming up soon is the Tantus Magma and Uberrime Ripley Alien, but today I am starting with the Blush Novelties Neo Elite 7.5 Inch.

The Sender

Since it’s my first time working with US retailer SheVibe, I also just wanted to give them a quick shout-out. SheVibe were one of the first stores I ever bought adult products from, and as such a lot of the toys featured in my early reviews were bought through them. I loved them then because they have a huge range of quality products and their worldwide shipping prices are quite reasonable, and neither of these things have changed today. Plus, their brand is geeky as hell and full of pop culture references and comic book art, making their website a feast for the eyes even if you have no interest in sex toys. Being able to represent them now as an affiliate and complete reviews for them really makes me feel like I’ve come full circle as a sex toy lover, and I couldn’t be happier!

Background

The Blush Novelties Neo Elite 7.5 Inch is a perfect example of the current renaissance we’re experiencing in the sex toy industry. It’s a dual density silicone toy made by a big US brand that retails for less than $50 USD, which are words that would have been extremely unlikely just a few years ago. But it just goes to show that the efforts of bloggers and other advocates for body-safe products have not gone unnoticed, and as more and more brands turn towards silicone it has resulted in it becoming more affordable as its previous luxury status starts to fade. While companies like Tantus have been providing people like me with great silicone options for years now and were one of the first companies to do this, I feel like Blush have really been instrumental in this more recent industry change, and so I am really excited to be reviewing one of these products today.

Product Description

Blush have released a few fantastic looking silicone dildo lines over the last few years, such as Avant and Real Nude, but their latest Neo Elite line is the first that I have had the pleasure to try. What sets this line apart is that all the products in it are made with dual density silicone (which is my favourite kind and means that the toy has a firm inner core and squishy outer coating, making it feel quite life-like), they all have suction cups and are harness compatible / anal safe, and they all come in bright neon colours that aren’t typical of sex toys. As a realistic range of dildos (aside from the colours) they offer quite a few different options, so you can get whichever style of dick you prefer. Personally I went with 7.5 Inch, which seemed like a nice medium sized toy that offered some texture (prominent veins and a pronounced head), and I chose its orange colour (it also comes in pink). Not only is this my first orange dildo, but it is also surprisingly my first ever dildo with balls, which I was particularly excited about. While its overall length is in the name, it actually only has an insertable length of 14cm / 5.5″, and a diameter of 3.8cm / 1.5″.

Packaging

My order for the Blush Novelties Neo Elite 7.5 Inch was placed with SheVibe on the 24th of April, and I received it on the 6th of May. The box was 100% discreet, with no mention of the sender or what was inside. To reduce the international shipping costs and since Blush’s packaging is only very basic anyway, SheVibe did not include the product’s actual packaging, but instead just sent the toy in a plastic bag along with the paper insert that would have been part of the box. This isn’t a practice SheVibe use with their customers, as you cover the cost of shipping when going through checkout. While I don’t have the packaging, I can see from this product listing photo that it’s just a simple plastic clamshell and so I didn’t miss out on much. The paper insert that I did receive includes heaps of great information about the toy to aid you during purchase (but nothing you wouldn’t already know if you bought it online). Considering the low price of this product I think this basic packaging is fine.

First Impressions

When I first got the Blush Neo Elite 7.5 Inch I was surprised by just how soft and buttery its silicone was. I’ve never had a dildo that felt like this before, and it’s quite addicting to touch. The outer silicone is also softer than any of my other dual density dildos, making the firm core more obvious to the touch, which in turn makes it a bit less realistic feeling. Meanwhile, the head of the toy doesn’t feature the core and is 100% squishy silicone, which lends itself to easier insertion. On that note, this toy doesn’t require any warming up to use and inserts relatively easily, although on days when I want to make the process even smoother a quick go with the Funkit Toys NoFrillDo is enough to get me ready.

My Experience

I have to admit I’m not a huge fan of using this toy. As soon as I insert it I find the prominent veins uncomfortable and scratchy against the walls of my vagina. I also find that they feel very unnatural, and considering this is supposed to be a realistic toy, not a fantasy toy, I feel Blush have missed the mark. The head’s massive ridge is also an issue for me, as I do not enjoy the popping sensation it makes when exiting me. It’s not all bad though, as these issues are only really prominent during long thrusts of the toy. I have found that I can instead really enjoy using it by just fully inserting it and doing small thrusts. With this I am able to stimulate my A-Spot, and I find it very pleasurable. Then, pairing it with my We-Vibe Tango or Nu Sensuelle Point is enough to give me a really good time. Two other huge positives are the addition of the suction cup which I am able to use as a handle (as without this my hand would be getting very messy due to the short length of the toy) and the balls which I love feeling hit up against me.

In regards to the suction cup, this isn’t a toy feature I personally make use of, but I have tested it out on a few surfaces around my home and it works really well. It is definitely the best suction cup I’ve ever tried, as it does not remove from surfaces easily at all. I don’t think you would experience any issues using this during play.

Cleaning & Care

As this toy is silicone and waterproof, cleaning it is relatively easy, although due to its textured nature you do need to put some extra care and time in. I’d recommend first soaking it in some warm soapy water and then scrubbing it with a toothbrush. Be particularly careful around the veins and skin folds near the head, as this is where bacteria is most likely to hide. After this rinse the toy with hot water, leave to air dry, and then return it to storage (I’d recommend a zip-lock bag as the toy’s silicone attracts dust). I’d then also recommend sterilising the toy after every few uses just to make sure it’s 100% clean. Blush don’t seem to have any recommendations online for sterilising their toys, but if their silicone behaves the same as most then you should be able to boil it, put it in the dishwasher, or a few other methods as listed in my Cleaning Guide. Lastly, make sure to only use water-based lubricants with this product, as others may have negative effects on the silicone.

Final Thoughts

Overall I thought the Blush Neo Elite 7.5 Inch was a relatively good dildo. When you consider that it’s made with dual-density silicone yet it’s retailing for under $35 USD, it makes it hard to not give this product my full support. I’ve never had an issue with texture on a toy before, but I just found the veins on this to be too rough and unnatural feeling for my tastes. Plus I think this was made worse by the fact that in my mind this was supposed to be a realistic feeling dildo. If I had instead gone into it with some sort of fantasy toy in mind perhaps I would have enjoyed it more. But this is really me as a reviewer picking out flaws, because if I wasn’t having to judge it then I probably wouldn’t have even considered these things. At the end of the day I really enjoyed using this toy against my A-Spot, and I loved the addition of the balls and suction cup. I would definitely recommend this as a great budget silicone dildo, especially if you are a fan of texture.

You can get the Blush Novelties Neo Elite 7.5 Inch from Peepshow Toys for just $53 AUD / $34.99 USD, plus use my code GRACE to get 10% OFF your total order!

Last updated: 12/4/24

Price at the time of writing: $44.63 AUD / $31.99 USD

I received this product in exchange for an honest and unbiased review. Affiliate links have been used in this post.

At this point in my sexual journey I am pretty good at picking out adult toys that I am going to like. I know what brands and retailers I can trust to provide good quality products, and I know what types of toys I enjoy. In fact, I know what sub-types of toys I enjoy, and what sub-types of those sub-types I enjoy. When you’re a reviewer you have to analyse each product you try, which lets you pick up on things that most people wouldn’t even notice, and in turn you really get to understand your preferences when it comes to your own sexual pleasure. So, due to all this I’m usually pretty careful when choosing toys. But there is just one thing that always ruins this otherwise foolproof plan for me… One thing that I just can’t resist! Cute toys. And Blush Novelties’ new Sweet Bunny Classic Slim Vibe from their The Collection range is one of the cutest I’ve seen for awhile.

The Sender

This toy was offered to me by Betty’s Toy Box for review, and while it’s not the sort of thing I am focusing on this year, I just couldn’t resist accepting it! It was also my first opportunity to work with Betty’s Toy Box for a review, and as they are one of my favourite retailers it was a chance not to be missed. Based in the Canada, their pin-up girl style branding is on point, as is the range of toys they stock. While they don’t offer body-safe toys exclusively like most of my other favourite stores, they do put care into only featuring high quality products. I often find that if I can’t get my hands on a toy from any of my other recommended retailers then they will have it. Plus, they also offer sexual health and wellness information on their site, as well as their own reviews on the products they stock. Betty’s Toy Box ship worldwide, and while their shipping prices are very reasonable if you live in the US or Canada (free on orders over $39 for the US and $99 for Canada), they are also not too bad for us international folks, with it being free on orders over $225 and a flat-rate of $50 for orders under that.

Product Description

As has happened far too many times in my sex toy reviewing career, I was blinded by the aesthetic appearance of a toy and forgot to actually read any information on it. What I thought I was receiving was a small bullet vibrator, similar in size and style to my We-Vibe Tango or Nu Sensuelle Point, but what I actually got was a far longer and insertable version of this type of toy, a ‘Classic Slim Vibe’. I’ve tried toys like this before when I first started experimenting with adult products, as they are often low budget and aimed at beginners, but they aren’t as common these days. Despite my misunderstanding, I was still excited to try this out and see how it compared to the cheap toys of my teenage years!

Blush Novelties have taken all the typical cheap slim vibe features and applied them to The Collection Sweet Bunny, but in a refined way that elevates it from the products I remember. It’s battery operated, splash-proof, and controlled by turning a dial at the base of the toy, rather than using buttons. Made with a silky smooth ABS plastic, this toy is non-porous and body-safe, so it can be used internally as well as externally. It is, of course, quite slim, with a width of only 1″ / 2.5cm in diameter, so this is a good toy for warming up internally or if you have issues with penetration. It then has a length of 7″ / 17.8cm, and 5.5″ / 14cm of those are insertable. The real highlight for me however, is the adorable bunny character that is all over the insertable length of it. I particularly love that this isn’t just a repeated pattern, but that each bunny has its own little expression. This is a great design, and the sort of thing I would get on pyjamas or bedsheets, so it’s amazing to have it on a vibrator instead! This, combined with the pink and white colour scheme and red base, is exactly my aesthetic. The only downside to the appearance of the toy is the very tip of it, which has a little discoloured dent, and the gold band that separates the base and shaft of the toy, as this also has a few minor flaws.

Packaging

My order with Betty’s Toy Box for the Blush Novelties The Collection Sweet Bunny was made around the 7th of June and I received it on the 21st of June. The box was 100% discreet, with no mention of what was inside or who the sender was. The packaging for the Sweet Bunny was then very simple, but considering its low price it’s nicer than I thought it would be. Its simple and well designed box, with all the information you could possibly need for the toy displayed on it, highlights the product by presenting it in a plastic clamshell so you know exactly what you’re buying. The product doesn’t come with any accessories, and for those in the US and Canada Blush offers a 90 day warranty.

Batteries

The Sweet Bunny is run by two AA batteries, which are not included. Installing them is easy though, as you just unscrew the base of the toy and place them inside. When doing this, at first I thought the batteries would not fit, but you just really need to force the spring on the base down to screw the cap back on. Battery powered products aren’t ideal and are quite dated these days, but it can be handy to have a few around for when all my rechargeable toys are flat, and considering this is a low budget toy aimed at beginners I don’t mind it.

Controls

Controlling the toy is incredibly simple and takes no instructions to learn, as there is no buttons! All you need to do is twist the base of the toy, and the vibrations will turn on. It’s pretty easy to work out which way to turn it as there is very little resistance, but just in case you want to check it does also have a “Low – High” guide printed on the bottom (right next to the “Made in China” text, which is pretty funny but also makes the toy feel a bit cheaper). The vibrations do increase the more you twist the cap, but this increase is very subtle, and if I was to put it into levels then I would say there is only two. But these aren’t the weak vibrations you might expect from a battery-powered toy, and instead actually feel quite strong and deep. Additionally, while they may not be as “whisper-quiet” as the product packaging suggests, this toy is relatively quiet and I would feel safe using it behind a closed door.

My Experience

There are two main ways to use this toy, either on your clitoris externally, or inside your vagina internally (this toy is not for anal play as it has no flared base), which makes it a perfect two-in-one toy for beginners. Personally, I am far more interested in using this externally, as I have far nicer dildos and vibrators that I can use internally. As such, I first tried using it on my clitoris, and I was really pleased to find that I quite enjoy its vibrations. While they are not as strong as some of my other more expensive clitoral vibrators, such as the We-Vibe Tango and Nu Sensuelle Point, it is still enough to stimulate me quite well. I also found the vibrations a lot more rumbly and deep than on other cheap clitoral vibes I own, which was ideal for what my clit likes. Whether I am using the toy alone, paired with an insertable toy, or during PIV sex, I really enjoy it and it gives me good orgasms. My only complaint would be the lack of variety in the vibration intensities, and the fact that my hand can get numb after awhile due to the residual vibrations that travel up the toy.

Testing the toy internally was also a good experience. As the toy is so thin, no warm up and only a small amount of lube was needed to insert it. Thrusting it inside of me is a pleasant experience, with or without the vibrations, but as expected it is not as stimulating as most of my other internal toys, due to the fact that it lacks any girth, texture, or shape. The vibrations don’t make a massive difference in this regard, but they are a nice addition, and combining them with a good clitoral vibrator means that I am in for a good time. I only have two frustrations about using this toy internally. Firstly, as this toy is made with hard plastic and most clitoral vibes are also made from it, my skin can often get pinched between them during use which is a bit off-putting. Secondly, controlling the vibrations while using the toy in this way can be a harder than usual, as my messy fingers combined with the short length of the toy mean that the base can get various fluids on it, making it a little more difficult to turn.

Cleaning & Care

Cleaning the Blush Novelties The Collection Sweet Bunny is fairly straightforward as it is made from non-porous ABS plastic, but as it is only splashproof you do need to put a bit of care into not getting it too wet. Personally, I just wipe mine down with warm soapy water, rinse it, and then either towel dry it or leave it to air dry. My biggest concern with the cleaning process is that bacteria may hide under the gold bar that separates the shaft from the base. So after using the toy internally a few times I would recommend disassembling it to carefully clean this area with a toothbrush.

Final Thoughts

Overall I have loved testing The Collection Sweet Bunny from Blush Novelties. This toy is special because of its limited edition, and frankly adorable, design. But otherwise I didn’t expect much beyond a cheap novelty vibe aimed at sex toy newbies. Instead, I got a powerful and rumbly vibrator, yet still at its budget-friendly price. This toy is super accessible to beginners, as its battery-operated nature and twist-to-vibrate cap means that no instructions or prior understanding of how vibrators work are needed. Plus, like I mentioned before, it’s essentially a two-in-one toy, as you can use it both internally and externally. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking to start on their sex toy journey, but as I have proven, it’s also just a great addition to any toy collection!

Sadly, the Blush Novelties The Collection Sweet Bunny has now been discontinued.

Continue with more of my budget-friendly reviews here!

Last updated: 19/4/24

Price at the time of writing: $28.84 AUD / $19.99 USD

I received this product in exchange for an honest and unbiased review. Affiliate links have been used in this post.

My favourite new sex toy trend this year, and it seems the entire internet’s, has to be the flicky tongue-like stimulators that appear to keep popping up out of nowhere. It seemed to all start with the Zumio back in 2017, which ZALO then put their spin on by making the moving element more like a silicone tongue. Since then I’ve seen countless other companies implementing this same idea for their own toys, with some going so far as to make the “tongue” literally move back and forth, and others just using vibrations to give the appearance of movement. These sorts of oral-sex imitators aren’t entirely new, but the renewed public interest has certainly been encouraging companies to develop new and exciting tech for it, which seems to go hand in hand with creating even wackier designs than usual. Two toys that have gone viral this year because of their hilarious looking (but also oddly seductive) flapping tongues are the Pipedream Fantasy for Her Ultimate Pleasure and the Blush Novelties Aria Flutter Tongue. So I knew I wouldn’t be doing my duty as a sex toy reviewer if I didn’t try at least one of them before the end of the year, and since Pipedream is on my blacklist, it had to be the Aria Flutter Tongue!

Product Description

But seriously, how could I not request the Blush Novelties Aria Flutter Tongue? Despite the prevalence of flicking stimulators (I still haven’t come up with a better name for them yet) this has to be one of the most visually unique I’ve ever seen, if not one of the most visually unique sex toys in general I’ve ever seen. At first it just looks like a cute little Easter egg, with its fun pink and purple design (unfortunately the only colours it comes in) and wavy pattern. So it’s not until you take off its cap that the real fun begins with this toy, as this is where it hides its true nature. Here you’ll find a nozzle that is reminiscent of a suction toy, but where they’ll have an empty hole in the nozzle, this one has a tiny little tongue instead! Able to flick back and forth quickly, the idea with this toy is then that the nozzle can be placed over the clitoris while the tongue does its thing, which should be stimulating and reminiscent of oral sex. While I had seen photos of the Flutter Tongue online before it arrived, I was still somewhat surprised to see just how small this toy really is when I first held it, as with a length of 6.35cm / 2.5″ and width of 3.8cm / 1.5″ I can almost close my entire hand around it. This size combined with how it looks nothing like a sex toy, particularly when its cap is on, work to make it one of the most discreet looking toys I’ve ever tried, which is only hindered slightly by its single button and charging plates. In addition, this toy is made with body-safe silicone and ABS plastic, and while it is USB rechargeable it is sadly only splash-proof.

Packaging

My order with SheVibe for the Blush Novelties Aria Flutter Tongue was placed on the 17th of October and I received it on the 30th. Usually the packages I receive from SheVibe are 100% discreet, however this one unfortunately listed them as the sender. The packaging for the toy itself is then cute and simple, just like the product it contains. A primarily white cardboard box with a plastic clamshell window so you can see the product prior to opening, it features the fun and colourful branding of Blush’s Aria collection, as well as all sorts of information on what the toy offers. One thing of note however is that two stickers have been placed on my box to change the toy from being listed as waterproof to splashproof. I’m not sure at which point during the production process Blush noticed that the Flutter Tongue wasn’t fully waterproof, so if you get this toy and do not have an updated box please remember this. The toy can then be easily accessed by pulling the inner box out of its exterior shell, and then removing the plastic. In addition to the toy, only a charging cord and small card directing you to the Blush website for instructions and warranty information are included. I was quite surprised by the lack of physical instructions, as even though it is a fairly simple toy it’s rare for a sex toy to not have at least a small manual, and there were immediately questions I wanted answers to upon receiving the toy that weren’t provided on the box (how long does it take to charge, how many patterns are there etc). A web-based manual wasn’t the end of the world though and does help reduce waste, so I came around to the idea until I actually visited the Blush website and was unable to find any further information on the toy. There is a chance this might be provided upon registering the product on the site, but this involves entering all of your personal information and your purchase receipt, which as a reviewer I do not have. In addition this toy does have a 5 year warranty, however this is only available to those in the US and Canada.

Charging

Charging the Blush Novelties Aria Flutter Tongue is easy as it is USB rechargeable, and as such you can simply connect the one end of the charger to the toy’s magnetic ports (which are thankfully nice and strong so you don’t have to worry about this falling off) and the other end to a USB port. Unfortunately since there aren’t instructions I don’t have any information about how long charging is supposed to take or how long it is supposed to give you when fully charged, although I can note from my own experience that I have only charged the toy once so far and that it has yet to run out of battery despite all my testing with it. I also don’t know what it’s supposed to do to indicate charging, but from my experience it seems that during charging its light flashes, and when finished this light becomes solid.

Controls

Even though this toy only has one button from which it can be controlled with, not having instructions to refer to was still a little frustrating. In fact, my first few uses of it were full of confusion, as the patterns on it aren’t as obvious as I am use to, so when clicking through the functions it just sounds like it’s changing intensity at random. I think I’ve got a good handle on it now though, so here’s how I believe it all works: To turn the toy on first hold the button down, which will place it on its lowest steady speed. You can then click the button again to cycle through the toy’s seven modes, two of which are steady speeds and five of which are patterns, and then finally hold the button down again to turn the toy off. I dislike pattern modes so honestly I was hoping they wouldn’t be featured in this product (as it is just marketed as having “7 different vibration modes”), or at the very least I hoped that there would be more steady speeds than just two, as I usually need at least three to properly enjoy a toy. The thing that made it hard for me to identify the patterns when I first started using this toy however does play in its favour, as because they are more drawn out than usual (rather than the usual constant changes) I find them more enjoyable.

First Impressions

I was super eager to turn this toy on for the first time and I was not disappointed. Watching its little tongue move may be the highlight of my reviewing year, and I even filmed it in slow motion for you lucky folks. Other than the fact that it is obviously very fast it didn’t really tell me much about how it would feel in use though. Then, in regards to noise level, I find the low speed extremely quiet, but then there is a big jump between that and its high speed. Still, it’s not too bad, and when the nozzle is covered it is even quieter, so I think this would be fine to use behind a closed door without anyone being the wiser.

My Experience

My use and opinion of this toy is a bit conflicted. Firstly, when I initially place it over my clitoris it is WAY too much!! In fact the first time I tried to use it I was a bit concerned I wouldn’t be able to complete this review, as the stimulation was just too intense for me. But I’ve found that instead of placing the nozzle directly over my clitoris like I would for a suction toy, I’m better off starting by just placing it near my clitoris while it’s still in its hood, so that I still get stimulation but not in a way that is overwhelming. Then, once I get use to this feeling, I find I am finally ready to place the nozzle on properly and use the toy as intended. This feels great and I thoroughly enjoy it, but it is not long before I am left craving even more stimulation ironically, and the two speeds on the toy are frustratingly not able to provide this. When I get to this point while using the toy I always think things like “I won’t be able to orgasm with this, or if I do it won’t be any good!”. I keep going anyway though because it still feels good, just not good enough. But then every time something magical happens… out of nowhere I have a super intense orgasm! So it seems that even if my mind is telling me this toy isn’t enough, my body has a different opinion. In regards to whether this toy feels like oral sex however, I do not think it does.

Cleaning & Care

Cleaning the Blush Novelties Aria Flutter Tongue is relatively easy as it is made of silicone, although you do have to be a little careful to not get it too wet or submerge it, as it is only splashproof. Just give the nozzle a wash with some warm water and soap, then leave to dry. After this you can put the cap back on, and this will ensure the nozzle stays clean. In addition, make sure to not use silicone-based lubricant with this product, as it may react badly to the silicone it is made of, but if you do then first perform a spot test.

Final Thoughts

Even if I disliked everything about this toy I don’t think I could ever hate such an adorable design, so I’m thankful that I actually quite enjoyed it! The most obvious issue for me was the lack of instructions, as it made my use and understanding of the Aria Flutter Tongue more difficult than it needed to be. However, when I consider the price tag of only $70 AUD / $50 USD, which is very low for a sex toy like this, I can’t really be too mad at something like that. Then, in regards to the stimulation modes, I definitely think a larger range of speeds would have been incredibly beneficial, as a lower speed would have made it easier for me to place on my clit initially, and a higher speed would have made it easier for me to reach orgasm, but again that may be asking too much of a $70 toy. As such, for what it costs I think Blush have done an extremely good job with this and I am very impressed with both its design and stimulation. These new types of toys can often be inaccessible to a lot of people for quite some time due to their high price tags, so creating a budget friendly version is very commendable. Although if they do ever want to release a similar but more expensive toy with extra functions then sign me up!

You can get the Blush Novelties Aria Flutter Tongue from Peepshow Toys for just $60 AUD / $39.99 USD, plus use my code GRACE to get 10% OFF your total order!

Last updated: 25/6/24

Price at the time of writing: $70 AUD / $50 USD

I received this product in exchange for an honest and unbiased review. Affiliate links have been used in this post.

The Avant line by Blush Novelties has been at the top of my wish list for far too long. One of the best bigger brands making dildos and other silicone goods right now, their refined designs matched with eye-catching colours are hard to miss, and as the range has grown over the years so too has my desire to try one. The most popular of the line however has been their Pride (or “P”) range, which are a series of toys featuring the colours of flags relating to some of the more common sexual and gender identities. So, because I’m still in the process of deciding which flags best represent me (and I’d feel strange reviewing something not all my readers may feel is for them), it has put pause on getting one of these toys for myself. But when Blush announced their newest additions to the line last June for Pride, and the absolutely stunning D17 Lucky was part of it, I couldn’t quite resist any longer. Even better then was that despite its release date and resemblance to the bisexual flag (which I do identify with), it isn’t actually intended as part of their Avant Pride range (as denoted by the “D” in its name, presumably for dildo, rather than “P”), making it accessible for everyone.

Product Description

I fell in love with the Blush Novelties Avant D17 Lucky the moment I saw it on Betty’s Toy Box, and it is only more beautiful in person. A pastel gradient of blue, purple, and pink gives off a totally magical vibe, and this is further enhanced through the use of glitter that allows the toy to sparkle and shine. With a silky smooth silicone surface and firm yet squishy density, it then feels great to the touch and is a real joy to hold (a few places also refer to it as being dual-density, but it doesn’t really feel like it). Plus, while it may look cute, with a insertable length of 16.5cm / 6.5 inches (20cm / 8 inches in total) and maximum diameter of 3.8cm / 1.5 inches, this is still on the larger size of toys for me. The sleek refined shape definitely helps counteract this however, as while it is fairly phallic with a pronounced head and veins, these features are very subtle, allowing it to remain smooth. Not to mention the initial taper and the fact that the widest point is actually around the middle of the shaft, rather than at the start like usual. A base of white silicone then rests at the very end just after a quick dip in the toy’s girth, and it is here you’ll find the toy’s suction cup, which also ensures it is both anal-safe and harness compatible.

Packaging

My order with Betty’s Toy Box for the Blush Novelties Avant D17 Lucky was placed on the 3rd of June and I received it on the 23rd. The package was fully discreet, with no mention of the sender or the contents, and you can view a video of my unboxing here. Inside I then found the packaging for the D17 Lucky itself, which is as stylish and beautiful as the actual toy. A sturdy box featuring the toy’s pastel colour scheme, a white cover is then placed over this which features a clear window for viewing the item alongside general information about the Avant line and how to care for its products. Overall I love this, but I will say that the box does feel quite large for the toy, although considering the cover isn’t specific to the D17 I suspect this is because Blush use a standardised size across the whole range. In addition, there was also no sort of safety seal or plastic on the box when I received it, which I would have preferred, especially as the white cover is quite loose and slides off very easily, which may also be a concern if you plan to use it for future storage. Finally, all toys in the Blush Avant line do come with a five year warranty, but this is sadly only valid in the US and Canada.

My Experience

I loved the buttery silicone of the Blush Novelties Neo Elite 7.5 Inch, my only other dildo from this brand, and so I was so glad to see this was something that followed through to the D17 Lucky. Despite this though I do still need to warm up prior to use in order to take its girthy middle, and so I have found the Funkit Toys NoFrillDo R and Tantus Pack ‘n Play No.2 perfect for this. Inserting the squishy head is then easy, and while the medium-firm density combined with the above-average width does feel a bit bigger than I am use to, being able to work up to it slowly during play, rather than just having it located at the toy’s head like an initial hurdle I need to get over, is wonderful. Once in, I then find it doesn’t really target my G-Spot or A-Spot, but rather is ideal for thrusting and providing a filling feeling when squeezed around, and combining that with a clitoral vibrator, such as the Dame Kip, is a match made in heaven.

Unexpected Issues

The above notes are from my first test. As usual, I then popped it in some water for a quick clean, before washing it over with my bare hands. But that’s when I first noticed something was amiss. It was almost as if the Blush Novelties Avant D17 Lucky felt… different? Like it had a roughness to its surface that I didn’t recall feeling before. Since I was in a rush however, I quickly dismissed the thought and left the D17 out to dry. A few days later I then returned for its second test, and found my experience with it this time quite different. Suddenly the toy felt scratchy within me, a unpleasant sensation that saw me continually reapplying lubricant to try and fix without success. In the end I gave up, but this time when cleaning it I started to pay much closer attention…

As beautiful as the D17 Lucky’s glitter is, it seems it is also its downfall. You see, whist the glitter does appear to be at varying distances from the toy’s surface, there are more than a few pieces that are so close they can actually be felt, which is the cause of the scratchy feeling I had been experiencing. Worse yet is the fact that some are so close that if you simply run your finger over them, they will come out (!!!), and there has even been times where I have simply pressed my hand over it only for glitter flakes to come off into my palm. Plus, this is also probably why I didn’t notice the glitter being an issue initially, because the more I used and touched the D17, the more they started to come out of it. This is obviously a huge health risk, as glitter is not the sort of thing you want inside of you, and because of this it has also meant that I was sadly unable to continue with my testing.

Suction Cup

In regards to the suction cup, this isn’t a toy feature I personally make use of, but I have tested it out on a few surfaces around my home and, as with the Blush Novelties Neo Elite 7.5 Inch, it works really well and is one of the best I have tried. Once applied it sticks firmly to surfaces and essentially cannot be removed until the seal is broken, and so I would imagine it is ideal for use during play.

Cleaning & Care

Cleaning the Blush Novelties Avant D17 Lucky is easy as it is fully waterproof and doesn’t feature any heavily textured areas where bacteria may hide. Simply place it in some warm soapy water and give it a quick wash and rinse before leaving to air dry. After this you can store it however you want, such as in the box it came with, but I’d recommend using a zip-lock bag to keep it sanitary. In addition to this I’d also suggest sterilising the toy every few uses or when switching between partners or orifices, and you can do this by boiling it for three minutes. Lastly, make sure to only use water-based lubricants with this product, as others may have negative effects on the silicone, and discontinue use if you notice glitter coming off the toy like mine.

Final Thoughts

The Blush Novelties Avant D17 Lucky had so much going for it that a negative review seemed almost impossible. From its magical appearance and sleek design, to its perfect sizing and silky smooth silicone, I knew immediately I was going to love this toy, and honestly giving it a full review felt almost unnecessary. So you can imagine my surprise that not only is this a bad review, but that it is so bad that I wasn’t even able to complete my testing! In over six years of professionally reviewing sex toys, only a select few have caused health concerns enough for me to call off my tests, and I do believe this is the first dildo to achieve such a feat. Plus, while I’d like to imagine this is just a fault specific to my D17 Lucky, since becoming aware of it myself I have noticed more and more people sharing similar experiences with the toy. Overall, it seems the Avant D17 wasn’t so “Lucky” after all, as at this point I am unable to recommend it. However, I do sincerely hope Blush are able to resolve this issue quickly, as it would otherwise be a wonderful toy.

Updates

[3/9/21] After publishing my review Blush reached out to me directly. They let me know how much they appreciated my feedback and that they’re taking the issues myself and others have highlighted with the toy’s glitter very seriously. Alongside their factory team they are working hard to fix the Avant D17 Lucky and get it up to standard. In the meantime, however, they have assured me that the material and glitter used in this toy is safe and non-toxic. Blush also let me know they’ll be making overall improvements to their product development, production and quality control procedures to make sure something like this doesn’t occur again.

You can get the Blush Novelties Avant D17 Lucky from Betty’s Toy Box for just $68 AUD / $49.99 USD, plus use my code GRACE to get 10% OFF your total order!

I received this product in exchange for an honest and unbiased review. Affiliate links have been used in this post.