Review: Wands of Lust Co Hercules



Wands of Lust Co Hercules

The world of crystals and harnessing their energy for healing and meditation is a truly fascinating one. I’ve tried a few sex toys now that make use of this unique material, and learning about their different properties and how they can bring positive change to your life is just as mesmerising as actually using them. But alas, despite my interest and efforts, I don’t know how much I find myself truly understanding these things beyond reading about them. Instead, I mostly just think crystals look pretty, and that’s okay too. So when Wands of Lust Co recently approached me about sending another of their products, I knew I wanted to go in a totally different direction visually than my previous review on their Aphrodite. And what’s more different from the translucent pink of rose quartz, than the endless black of pure obsidian?

Product Description

Wands of Lust Co Hercules large end

I may not know as much about crystals as Wands of Lust Co’s typical customer base, but as a long-time Dungeons & Dragons player, I do know my way around a piece of fictitious obsidian. We’re always coming across obsidian doors, obsidian swords, obsidian obelisks, and so on, and I’ve always wanted to own some of this crystal that’s clearly been inspiring fantasy writers for decades. So to combine my two passions with a dildo made of obsidian? Well, it doesn’t get much better than that, and I was overjoyed to see the Hercules in this Australian small business’s store. Formed by the quick cooling of volcanic lava and targeting the root chakra, obsidian is a powerful protective and grounding crystal that can aid with strength, focus, circulation, and much more. Plus, the other thing that excited me about this review, compared to my previous thoughts on their Aphrodite, is that the Hercules has a very different shape. While both products maintain that double-ended nature that is practically a trademark of stone dildos, this toy is also curved for maximum G-Spot stimulation. With a length of 19.5cm / 7.68″, the smaller end features a rounded head with a diameter of only 3cm / 1.18″, whilst the larger end features a bulbous, yet also heavily tapered, tip that is 4cm / 1.59″ in diameter. Of course, both ends will feel a lot larger than they actually are due to the completely firm obsidian, whilst it simultaneously aids insertion with such a silky smooth and polished surface. In regards to the Wands of Lust Co Hercules’ weight, it then comes in at 384g (which is different from the original weight of 445g on their website, although this error has now been updated), making it much lighter than the Aphrodite, and it’s also important to note that since it doesn’t have a base, this toy is neither compatible with a harness or anal safe.

Packaging

Wands of Lust Co Hercules with thank you card, matching stone and massage oil

My order for the Hercules was placed with Wands of Lust Co on the 13th of June and it arrived promptly on the 15th, which was great. Plus, the package was 100% discreet, with no mention of what was inside or who sent it. The package was then very similar to my previous order with Wands of Lust Co, arriving in a personalised and gift wrapped box using only recyclable materials, keeping in line with the brand’s commitment to sustainability. In addition to the toy, I also again received a high-quality drawstring pouch for storage (although this one is a little different, and even nicer than the last), alongside a thank you card with a discount for further orders and a matching smaller crystal. Finally, since Wands of Lust Co are currently sending free bottles of their Massage Oil with orders over $200 AUD / $134 USD, which the Hercules automatically qualifies for, they also included this in my package, and I’ve been enjoying it ever since.

My Experience

Wands of Lust Co Hercules small end

Whilst inserting the larger end of the Wands of Lust Co Hercules right off the bat is possible, it’s difficult enough to make starting with the smaller end my preferred option. Plus, depending on the time of the year, you might want to first do something about its naturally cold temperature, and since it’s mid-winter here I’ve been starting by warming mine up in some warm water. Inserting the small end is then easy, and whilst its slim shape does feel a little strange, it still benefits from that curved shaft, allowing for a good amount of G-Spot stimulation. After an orgasm with this, however, I am ready to move on, feeling akin to having an entrée before a main course. The larger end feels so much more prominent, and its weight really lends to this as well, sinking down deep within me. Finding my G-Spot with ease, stimulation of this area is immensely pleasurable, providing me with some terrific orgasms when paired with a soft clitoral vibrator, such as my We-Vibe Touch X (harder options, like the Doxy Bullet or We-Vibe Tango X, don’t play as nicely with a firm dildo like this, clanging against the material and pinching the skin). The only downside is that its short length means there is little I can use as a handle, and so it doesn’t take long before my wrist gives out and I’m forced to stop, due to the amount of pressure I need to place on it to keep the Hercules hitting my G-Spot. Not to mention that you’re pretty much guaranteed to get a bit messy from all of this, which can make holding the toy even harder.

Cleaning & Care

Cleaning the Wands of Lust Co Hercules is easy since it is waterproof, just make sure to place it down gently when putting it in ceramic sinks or baths. Using a mild soap, wash the toy before rinsing and leaving to air dry, and after this you may pop it into the storage bag it came with. Wands of Lust Co also recommend cleansing your crystal every now and then to get rid of any unwanted energy, and this can be done through methods such as smudging it with sage or letting it bathe under the moonlight of a full moon. Never place your crystal under boiling water, as it may force it to crack, and if any cracks ever do occur then discontinue use.

Final Thoughts

Wands of Lust Co Hercules with storage bag

After so enjoying my experience with the Wands of Lust Co Aphrodite, I was intrigued at how much a different shape and material could impact their Hercules in use. There were certainly similarities, such as the way that the two ends of the toy harmonised together, with use of the smaller side being necessary in allowing me to warm up before taking the larger end. But the actual pleasure that resulted was quite different. Unsurprisingly, due to its curved shaft, the Hercules worked far better to stimulate my G-Spot, and because of this I would say both sides of it were able to bring me to a far superior orgasm than the Aphrodite. But whilst that was a toy I could relax into, allowing its weight to do all the work whilst I laid back for a hands-free experience, the Hercules instead requires significant effort, to the point where my use of it was limited to what my wrists could support. I don’t think either option is necessarily better, it just depends on what you’re in the mood for on the day (I love crab, for instance, but that doesn’t mean I always want to go to the effort of removing its shell). Of course, if you’re trying to make a decision for purchase, I would suggest first asking yourself if you enjoy G-Spot stimulation? And if the answer is “yes”, then the follow up question should be how much do you really enjoy crystals? Because G-Spot legends, like the Njoy Pure Wand ($220 AUD / $160 USD), Godemiche Morpheus ($70 AUD / $45 USD), and Hot Octopuss KURVE ($170 AUD / $130 USD), are all cheaper than the Wands of Lust Co Hercules, meaning you’re really going to be paying a premium just for the unique obsidian material. With this in mind, I would absolutely recommend this product to any lover of crystals who is also happy to go to the extra effort for some top-notch G-Spot stimulation, but for everyone else, you’ll probably be better off with one of the cheaper suggestions above, which includes the Aphrodite.

You can get the Hercules directly from Wands of Lust Co for just $229 AUD / $156 USD, plus use my code GRACE to get 20% OFF your total order!

Last updated: 9/7/23
Price at the time of writing: $229 AUD / $156 USD

The world of crystals and harnessing their energy for healing and meditation is a truly fascinating one. I’ve tried a few sex toys now that make use of this unique material, and learning about their different properties and how they can bring positive change to your life is just as mesmerising as actually using them. But alas, despite my interest and efforts, I don’t know how much I find myself truly understanding these things beyond reading about them. Instead, I mostly just think crystals look pretty, and that’s okay too. So when Wands of Lust Co recently approached me about…

Review: Wands of Lust Co Hercules

Review: Wands of Lust Co Hercules

2023-07-09

Grace





Both sides provided fantastic G-Spot stimulation, but the short length made use limited to what my wrists could support.


Material – 100%


Design – 80%


Solo – 90%


Partner – 75%

86%

Great

Both sides provided fantastic G-Spot stimulation, but the short length made use limited to what my wrists could support.

This post was sponsored by Wands of Lust Co, but as always, all opinions are my own. 










Stone and Crystal
Review: Wands of Lust Co Hercules



Wands of Lust Co Hercules

The world of crystals and harnessing their energy for healing and meditation is a truly fascinating one. I’ve tried a few sex toys now that make use of this unique material, and learning about their different properties and how they can bring positive change to your life is just as mesmerising as actually using them. But alas, despite my interest and efforts, I don’t know how much I find myself truly understanding these things beyond reading about them. Instead, I mostly just think crystals look pretty, and that’s okay too. So when Wands of Lust Co recently approached me about sending another of their products, I knew I wanted to go in a totally different direction visually than my previous review on their Aphrodite. And what’s more different from the translucent pink of rose quartz, than the endless black of pure obsidian?

Product Description

Wands of Lust Co Hercules large end

I may not know as much about crystals as Wands of Lust Co’s typical customer base, but as a long-time Dungeons & Dragons player, I do know my way around a piece of fictitious obsidian. We’re always coming across obsidian doors, obsidian swords, obsidian obelisks, and so on, and I’ve always wanted to own some of this crystal that’s clearly been inspiring fantasy writers for decades. So to combine my two passions with a dildo made of obsidian? Well, it doesn’t get much better than that, and I was overjoyed to see the Hercules in this Australian small business’s store. Formed by the quick cooling of volcanic lava and targeting the root chakra, obsidian is a powerful protective and grounding crystal that can aid with strength, focus, circulation, and much more. Plus, the other thing that excited me about this review, compared to my previous thoughts on their Aphrodite, is that the Hercules has a very different shape. While both products maintain that double-ended nature that is practically a trademark of stone dildos, this toy is also curved for maximum G-Spot stimulation. With a length of 19.5cm / 7.68″, the smaller end features a rounded head with a diameter of only 3cm / 1.18″, whilst the larger end features a bulbous, yet also heavily tapered, tip that is 4cm / 1.59″ in diameter. Of course, both ends will feel a lot larger than they actually are due to the completely firm obsidian, whilst it simultaneously aids insertion with such a silky smooth and polished surface. In regards to the Wands of Lust Co Hercules’ weight, it then comes in at 384g (which is different from the original weight of 445g on their website, although this error has now been updated), making it much lighter than the Aphrodite, and it’s also important to note that since it doesn’t have a base, this toy is neither compatible with a harness or anal safe.

Packaging

Wands of Lust Co Hercules with thank you card, matching stone and massage oil

My order for the Hercules was placed with Wands of Lust Co on the 13th of June and it arrived promptly on the 15th, which was great. Plus, the package was 100% discreet, with no mention of what was inside or who sent it. The package was then very similar to my previous order with Wands of Lust Co, arriving in a personalised and gift wrapped box using only recyclable materials, keeping in line with the brand’s commitment to sustainability. In addition to the toy, I also again received a high-quality drawstring pouch for storage (although this one is a little different, and even nicer than the last), alongside a thank you card with a discount for further orders and a matching smaller crystal. Finally, since Wands of Lust Co are currently sending free bottles of their Massage Oil with orders over $200 AUD / $134 USD, which the Hercules automatically qualifies for, they also included this in my package, and I’ve been enjoying it ever since.

My Experience

Wands of Lust Co Hercules small end

Whilst inserting the larger end of the Wands of Lust Co Hercules right off the bat is possible, it’s difficult enough to make starting with the smaller end my preferred option. Plus, depending on the time of the year, you might want to first do something about its naturally cold temperature, and since it’s mid-winter here I’ve been starting by warming mine up in some warm water. Inserting the small end is then easy, and whilst its slim shape does feel a little strange, it still benefits from that curved shaft, allowing for a good amount of G-Spot stimulation. After an orgasm with this, however, I am ready to move on, feeling akin to having an entrée before a main course. The larger end feels so much more prominent, and its weight really lends to this as well, sinking down deep within me. Finding my G-Spot with ease, stimulation of this area is immensely pleasurable, providing me with some terrific orgasms when paired with a soft clitoral vibrator, such as my We-Vibe Touch X (harder options, like the Doxy Bullet or We-Vibe Tango X, don’t play as nicely with a firm dildo like this, clanging against the material and pinching the skin). The only downside is that its short length means there is little I can use as a handle, and so it doesn’t take long before my wrist gives out and I’m forced to stop, due to the amount of pressure I need to place on it to keep the Hercules hitting my G-Spot. Not to mention that you’re pretty much guaranteed to get a bit messy from all of this, which can make holding the toy even harder.

Cleaning & Care

Cleaning the Wands of Lust Co Hercules is easy since it is waterproof, just make sure to place it down gently when putting it in ceramic sinks or baths. Using a mild soap, wash the toy before rinsing and leaving to air dry, and after this you may pop it into the storage bag it came with. Wands of Lust Co also recommend cleansing your crystal every now and then to get rid of any unwanted energy, and this can be done through methods such as smudging it with sage or letting it bathe under the moonlight of a full moon. Never place your crystal under boiling water, as it may force it to crack, and if any cracks ever do occur then discontinue use.

Final Thoughts

Wands of Lust Co Hercules with storage bag

After so enjoying my experience with the Wands of Lust Co Aphrodite, I was intrigued at how much a different shape and material could impact their Hercules in use. There were certainly similarities, such as the way that the two ends of the toy harmonised together, with use of the smaller side being necessary in allowing me to warm up before taking the larger end. But the actual pleasure that resulted was quite different. Unsurprisingly, due to its curved shaft, the Hercules worked far better to stimulate my G-Spot, and because of this I would say both sides of it were able to bring me to a far superior orgasm than the Aphrodite. But whilst that was a toy I could relax into, allowing its weight to do all the work whilst I laid back for a hands-free experience, the Hercules instead requires significant effort, to the point where my use of it was limited to what my wrists could support. I don’t think either option is necessarily better, it just depends on what you’re in the mood for on the day (I love crab, for instance, but that doesn’t mean I always want to go to the effort of removing its shell). Of course, if you’re trying to make a decision for purchase, I would suggest first asking yourself if you enjoy G-Spot stimulation? And if the answer is “yes”, then the follow up question should be how much do you really enjoy crystals? Because G-Spot legends, like the Njoy Pure Wand ($220 AUD / $160 USD), Godemiche Morpheus ($70 AUD / $45 USD), and Hot Octopuss KURVE ($170 AUD / $130 USD), are all cheaper than the Wands of Lust Co Hercules, meaning you’re really going to be paying a premium just for the unique obsidian material. With this in mind, I would absolutely recommend this product to any lover of crystals who is also happy to go to the extra effort for some top-notch G-Spot stimulation, but for everyone else, you’ll probably be better off with one of the cheaper suggestions above, which includes the Aphrodite.

You can get the Hercules directly from Wands of Lust Co for just $229 AUD / $156 USD, plus use my code GRACE to get 20% OFF your total order!

Last updated: 9/7/23
Price at the time of writing: $229 AUD / $156 USD

The world of crystals and harnessing their energy for healing and meditation is a truly fascinating one. I’ve tried a few sex toys now that make use of this unique material, and learning about their different properties and how they can bring positive change to your life is just as mesmerising as actually using them. But alas, despite my interest and efforts, I don’t know how much I find myself truly understanding these things beyond reading about them. Instead, I mostly just think crystals look pretty, and that’s okay too. So when Wands of Lust Co recently approached me about…

Review: Wands of Lust Co Hercules

Review: Wands of Lust Co Hercules

2023-07-09

Grace





Both sides provided fantastic G-Spot stimulation, but the short length made use limited to what my wrists could support.


Material – 100%


Design – 80%


Solo – 90%


Partner – 75%

86%

Great

Both sides provided fantastic G-Spot stimulation, but the short length made use limited to what my wrists could support.

This post was sponsored by Wands of Lust Co, but as always, all opinions are my own. 










Stone and Crystal
Review: Satisfyer Luxury – Princess Previews



Satisfyer Luxury

I can’t help it, I love Satisfyer! I know they certainly aren’t the best brand out there, and have had their fair share of toy failures, but I just can’t deny the fact that every toy I have ever tried from them has been amazing. Not only that, but each toy I’ve tried has taken their signature suction technology to a whole new level, which is why every time I review one it becomes my next favourite. So far Satisfyer have had products in all of my annual Top 10 Toys of the Year lists, the only company to achieve such a feat, and they consistently place in the Top 5, going so far as to make both number four and two in last year’s list. As such, when I set out to host my biggest giveaway ever a few months ago for my Fourth Blogiversary, I knew I had to include a Satisfyer toy. I was then lucky enough to secure their newest clitoral simulator, the Satisfyer Luxury, and to be honest promoting it for that giveaway really made me want one for myself! Thankfully SheVibe were kind enough to send one for me to try, and I eagerly awaited it to see if my good luck with Satisfyer products would continue!

Product Description

Satisfyer’s toys have always leaned towards the luxury end of the market, and so the Satisfyer Luxury is here to take that up a notch, as its name suggests. It doesn’t offer anything new in regards to the way it functions, so instead this product is all about the way it looks. Featuring genuine leather, real precious metals, and buttery soft silicone, this is certainly the nicest looking Satisfyer I own. Its sleek design has been planned with ergonomics in mind to make it very comfortable to hold and use, and its three metal buttons are extremely satisfying to press. You can get it in two colour schemes, a pink, rose gold, and white version named Prêt-à-porter (which is what I have), or the white, black, and gold Haute Couture. According to SheVibe, this toy only offers a suction function, which was a little disappointing to me considering how much I loved the Satisfyer Pro Plus Vibration, but upon receiving the toy I quickly discovered that it does also offers vibrations. This isn’t just SheVibe’s mistake, as it seems a lot of websites do not advertise the Luxury’s vibrations (including Satisfyer’s own website), which is very strange. As usual, this Satisfyer toy is also USB rechargeable and fully waterproof.

Removable Nozzle?

Satisfyer Luxury and Storage Bag

While I was happy to find that the Satisfyer Luxury featured vibrations despite them not being advertised, there was another discrepancy between product listings and the actual toy that is a bit more concerning. A lot of websites, SheVibe included, list that the nozzle of the toy is removal for cleaning. This is totally normal and expected, as every Satisfyer toy I’ve ever owned has had a removal nozzle. As such, when I got the toy one of the first things I did was try to remove the nozzle so that I could clean it before use. But alas, the nozzle on this toy is actually glued down. Unfortunately this was a little too late of a discovery for me, as I had already ruined some of the glue on the back of the nozzle trying to get it off. I’m so use to Satisfyer toys having removal nozzles that at first I thought I was just going crazy, until I posted about it on social media and had an influx of messages from bloggers telling me they had the same problem, including some horror photos from Luna of Climaximaal as she had also attempted to remove it and ending up tearing the silicone, eek! I’ve since informed SheVibe of this misinformation and they’re working to correct it, but unfortunately there has been no word from Satisfyer who I also tweeted to.

Packaging

Satisfyer Luxury Packaging

My order for the Satisfyer Luxury was placed with SheVibe on the 11th of July and I promptly received it by the 17th, which was an amazing speed considering it was coming from the US to Australia! As usual SheVibe’s packaging was completely discreet, with no mention of who the sender was or what the contents were. As this is my fifth Satisfyer toy, I thought I had a pretty good idea of what to expect with the packaging: a simple cardboard box which would contain the toy, charger, and a small instruction manual. But what I forgot was that this is the Satisfyer Luxury, and this theme followed through to its packaging. As such, the box it came in is very elegant, being made of matte black textured card and featuring shiny gold detailing (which is suspiciously similar to what ZALO are using for their Legend series). A window at the front then lets you see the toy prior to opening the box, while information on the back tells you all about the different functions it offers. The toy then comes with an instruction manual, charger, and a velvet drawstring bag. As with all Satisfyers, this toy also includes a 10 year manufacturers warranty.

Charging

Charging the toy is easy, just connect one end to a USB port and the other end to the Luxury. The charger is a little different to the one I am use to receiving with Satisfyer toys, but it seems to be just a visual change as it still features the same great magnets, making connecting the toy a breeze. While charging a LED light will blink, and once it is fully charged the light will remain solid. It should take around four hours to fully charge, and this should then give you about 70 minutes of playtime. Honestly this ratio is pretty poor, especially compared with other Satisfyer products (for example, the Satisfyer Pro Plus Vibration which resembles the Luxury the closest, only needed 2 hours to fully charge and would then give you around 120 minutes of use), and for a higher-quality and more expensive toy (the Luxury is double the price of the Pro Plus Vibration!) I definitely expected this to be better.

Satisfyer Luxury Charging

Controls

Controlling the Satisfyer Luxury is a little tricky at first, and this is made worse by the fact that the instructions don’t really explain it well, but once you get the hang of it it’s actually pretty good. Similar to my other Satisfyer toys that featured vibrations, the Pro Plus Vibration and Pro G-Spot Rabbit, the vibrations and suction on the Luxury are entirely independent in their controls, so the two can be used either together or independently, which is very convenient. Firstly, there are three buttons, two that are together and feature plus and minus symbols which control the suction, and one that is alone which controls the vibrations. To turn the vibrations on, hold down the button for 2 seconds, and this will put you on the lowest vibration setting. You can then continue pressing the button to cycle through the toy’s 10 vibration settings, with three of these being steady speeds and 6 being pattern modes. Then, to turn on the suction mode, hold down the plus button for 2 seconds, which will activate the lowest suction setting. You can then slowly increase the strength of the suction over 11 different modes, and you can decrease this using the minus button. You can turn the modes off by holding down the button you turned the mode on with for 2 seconds.

First Impressions

Satisfyer toys always seem to have trouble with their noise. My original Satisfyer Pro 2 was super loud, and while this was vastly improved upon for their Pro Penguin Next Generation, things went a little downhill again with my more recent reviews of the Pro Plus Vibration and Pro G-Spot Rabbit. Sadly, it seems things continue to get worse with the Satisfyer Luxury, as it has gone back to my Satisfyer Pro 2’s level of noise, and if anything it’s louder. This makes it one of my loudest toys yet, which is not what you want if discretion is important to you. It is only made bearable because of the fact that when applied to the clitoris the noise is dampened significantly, although this does mean that I always get a bit of a shock whenever I remove it whilst it’s still on!

Satisfyer Luxury Nozzle

As usual I can’t really tell a huge difference between the suction strength of this Satisfyer compared to my others, although I would say that the Luxury does feel slightly stronger. Instead, the real difference in feeling usually comes from the silicone nozzle, most notably the level of cushion it offers and the size of its hole. On that note, I would say the hole for the Luxury is about the same size as the Pro Plus Vibration, which is quite large (enough for me to stick my index finger into). This is great as not only does a larger hole make the suction feel more broad, but it is far easier to apply to your clitoris. Then, while most of my Satisfyers only offered small areas of cushion or none at all, the Luxury features a large flat area right outside of the hole, and this combined with the toy’s plush silicone easily makes this the most comfortable nozzle yet. In regards to vibrations, I was hoping these would be upgraded from the weak and buzzy vibes the other vibrating Satisfyer toys featured, but sadly it seems the same motor has been used, and so these are the same.

My Experience

As noted, from just trying the Luxury out on my fingers I didn’t find that its suction strength was that much different from my other Satisfyer toys. However, when placed on my clitoris there is an immediate difference. The stimulation I receive from the Luxury penetrates far deeper than any other Satisfyer toy. It’s almost rumbly in nature, and there also seems to be a consistent and strong thudding inside the toy which feels overwhelmingly good. It is what I imagine it would be like if all my life I had only used weak and buzzy vibrators, and now for the first time somebody had given me a powerful and rumbly vibe. This Satisfyer, and I can’t emphasis this enough, is on a completely different level to any I have tried before. Even though the suction has the same levels of intensity, the feeling of them is so completely different that it’s hard to even compare this toy to other suction products. As such, I have the most incredibly strong and fast orgasms with the Luxury, and I find it quite addicting to use. This is by far the best suction toy I’ve ever tried, and to be honest it’s one of the best sex toys in general I have ever tried.

In regards to the Luxury’s vibrations, I tend to not use these that often with the toy. While they do feel good and add further stimulation to the experience, I find their buzziness takes away from the deep feeling I receive from the suction, so only when I really want to take things up a notch (usually after I’ve already had a few orgasms with it) do I turn these on.

Cleaning & Care

Satisfyer Luxury Back

While it’s a little annoying that the silicone head is not removal on this model for cleaning, Satisfyer have still made things easy by making sure the toy is fully waterproof. This means you can just clean the whole thing with warm soapy water, and then rinse it and leave to air dry. Then after this you can keep it in the drawstring bag it came with. Since the head and body are made out of silicone ensure you don’t use silicone based lubricant with it, and be cautious to not overuse it as it can start to become painful after excessive use. Furthermore, I have found prolonged use of the toy can make my clitoris quite sore the next day, so I wouldn’t recommend using it excessively if you are planning on having any rigorous sex or further masturbation within the next 24 hours.

Final Thoughts

Up until discussing my actual use of this product, the review was looking pretty bad, huh? When you consider the only difference between the Satisfyer Luxury and the Satisfyer Pro Plus Vibration is the way it looks, yet it’s double the price, you’d assume that the Luxury would at least not have any faults compared to it. Yet, it has a non-removal nozzle, terrible charging ratio, buzzy vibrations and a noise level that is truly head-ache inducing. But then I put it on my clitoris, and nothing else matters. While I like to give an objective review to all elements of a product, I often say that at the end of the day all that really matters to me is how it feels in use, and this is truly one of those cases. This form of deeper and more penetrating stimulation that the Luxury provides also explains why the charging and noise level is so different from the Pro Plus Vibration, and if that is what it takes for Satisfyer to help me achieve these sorts of orgasms then I am all for it. I’m not kidding when I say this is genuinely one of the most pleasurable toys I have ever tried, and so it looks like this year Satisfyer may finally take the top spot in my Top 10 round-up!

You can get the Satisfyer Luxury from JOUJOU for just $179.99 AUD / $118 USD!

Last updated: 23/4/24
Price at the time of writing: $197 AUD / $129.99 USD

I can’t help it, I love Satisfyer! I know they certainly aren’t the best brand out there, and have had their fair share of toy failures, but I just can’t deny the fact that every toy I have ever tried from them has been amazing. Not only that, but each toy I’ve tried has taken their signature suction technology to a whole new level, which is why every time I review one it becomes my next favourite. So far Satisfyer have had products in all of my annual Top 10 Toys of the Year lists, the only company to achieve…

Review: Satisfyer Luxury

Review: Satisfyer Luxury

2019-08-23

Grace





This Satisfyer has a few issues, but the pleasure I receive from it is some of the best I’ve ever experienced.


Material – 100%


Appearance / Design – 75%


Solo – 100%


Partner – 90%


Strength – 95%


Vibrations – 70%


Noise Level – 30%

80%

Great

This Satisfyer has a few issues, but the pleasure I receive from it is some of the best I’ve ever experienced.

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










Metal
Review: Doxy Bullet – Princess Previews



Doxy Bullet

Way back in 2017 I published a post talking all about the top new sex toys that I wanted. Half designed as a space for me to express my excitement over new releases and share the news with you all, and half intended as a *wink wink* to brands, the second part didn’t exactly work out considering I never ended up getting any of them. That is until late last year anyway, when I finally reviewed the Doxy Die Cast 3R, the smaller version of the UK brand’s popular massager wand. On that list, however, there were actually two Doxy products featured, and I couldn’t help but feel a sense of disappointment that the long awaited Doxy Bullet never came to pass when reviewing the wand last year. So, you can imagine my surprise when out of seemingly nowhere, Doxy finally released it to the world just a few months ago!

Background

Originally previewed at the 2016 ETO Show, the Doxy Bullet has clearly gone through some changes in the last six years. Of the three versions shown, one was intended to be mains-powered, with controls that look similar to the end of a Doxy Massager, whilst two others were rechargeable but on the larger side. Of those, it seems only the slimmer rechargeable version made it through (which would be my preference anyway), and while it probably doesn’t have the same power capabilities that wow’d audiences at the show as the corded version, I’m just glad to finally see it on the market. Unfortunately though, as soon as it was announced, people were quick to point out a pretty glaring issue. Of the Bullet’s seven functions, only two are non-patterns, which, considering the vast majority of people seem to prefer steady speeds over patterns, is a no go. Personally, I don’t think any vibrator should have lower than three speeds, and from the general consensus online, people agree with me. Despite this, I still couldn’t resist giving it a go, and maybe it’ll prove us all wrong.

Product Description

Doxy Bullet and We-Vibe Tango II
The Doxy Bullet alongside the We-Vibe Tango II.

The last few years have seen bullets getting more and more complex, but the Doxy Bullet is a return to the old-school design that worked so well. A smooth, metal body features a tapered tip at one end and a button at the other, and it is here you’ll also find the charging prongs for the toy’s magnetic charger. As is Doxy’s signature, the Bullet is then made from anodised aluminium, giving it a firm feeling that should transfer vibrations nicely, with the only silicone being used for its button. This also makes the toy quite cold to the touch at first, although it quickly warms up and retains heat well, making it ideal for temperature play. At 12cm / 4.7″ in length and with a maximum diameter of 2.5cm  / 0.98″, the Doxy Bullet is also much larger than the average bullet, and due to this it will likely be incompatible with many attachments, such as those made for the We-Vibe Tango II. With this in mind, it is also a fair bit heavier, although this is not particularly noticeable during use. Coming in two colour options, classic silver and rose gold (which is what I have), these subtle choices keep things feeling luxurious and discreet compared to the usual pinks and purples I’m use to seeing, and at the end the Doxy logo features twice. Finally, as with all good sex toys, the Bullet is also fully waterproof and USB rechargeable.

Packaging

Doxy Bullet and Metal Storage Case

My order with Betty’s Toy Box for the Doxy Bullet was placed on the 26th of July and I amazingly received it just two days later on the 28th, which is easily the fastest anything international has ever arrived to me. The package was then fully discreet, with no mention of who sent it or what was inside. After recently reviewing the Doxy X Lovehoney Die Cast 3R, I thought I had a rough idea of what to expect from the packaging, as I knew this once again came with a custom metal storage case. However, I was impressed to see that any additional and unnecessary cardboard has been dropped from the Bullet, so that the storage case is the packaging, which not only reduces waste, but looks way cooler. A plain metal tube of about 13cm / 5.1″ in length, a large sticker featuring the Bullet’s picture and info covers the majority of it. This is then supposed to be cleanly peeled off so that you may open the tube, and in doing so it pretty much removes any hint of what’s inside, apart from an additional smaller sticker on the bottom which can also be peeled off, and an engraved Doxy logo at the other end (although I highly doubt anyone would figure out what this was if they didn’t already know the brand). Unscrewing this, you’ll then find the Bullet resting safety inside, alongside its charging cord. As for instructions, these are not provided, but instead can be found on the Doxy website, and a QR code on the main sticker will also take you to this. Additionally, the Doxy Bullet comes with a one year warranty.

Charging

Doxy Bullet Charging

Being USB rechargeable, charging the Doxy Bullet is easy. Simply plug one end of its cord into a USB port, and the other end can then be connected magnetically to the toy. The magnets here aren’t the worst I’ve ever seen, but you will still need to be careful when placing it down to ensure it doesn’t fall off. When charging the buttons will light up and flash, and these will become steady when complete. It should then take 1 hour and 40 minutes to charge from a flat battery, although frustratingly I haven’t been able to find any information about how much playtime that is supposed to give you. Still, I have yet to have it die on me, so it mustn’t be too terrible.

Controls

The Doxy Bullet sees a return to the good old days of single-button bullets, which was the biggest thing I thought was missing in the We-Vibe Tango’s recent update. So for any fans of the OG Tango, you’ll be happy to know this works exactly the same. Just hold the button down for 2 seconds, which will turn the toy on and activate its first steady speed, which is 50% of its strength. There is then one more steady speed, bringing it to 100%, and then after this you’ll find five pattern modes. Clicking the button will allow you to cycle through these, and at any time you can hold the button down again to turn the toy off. I couldn’t be happier with how this works, as it is a simple and easy to use system that I never thought needed changing in the first place. Plus, having the one button at the end of the toy also makes it convenient to locate and press, whilst simultaneously ensuring you don’t have to worry about clicking another button by mistake, which has been another point of concern with recent releases.

Doxy Bullet Button

First Impressions

While Doxy are known for their strong, rumbly vibrations, the Bullet is only a fraction of the size of their large, mains-powered massagers. So with only two speeds to impress me, I won’t say I wasn’t a little worried. But turning it on, I was instead greeted with a powerful motor, for some of the most intense vibrations I’ve ever felt inside a bullet vibrator. While they are a little on the buzzy side, more so than similar vibes like the We-Vibe Tango X and Dame Kip, for vibrations of this grade that seems almost unavoidable, and the Bullet’s metal exterior seems to transfer them much better than if it were made with silicone or plastic, amplifying the sensation for an even greater experience. Plus, despite all this, they’ve also somehow managed to have barely any vibrations along the toy’s handle, which is impressive indeed. As for the toy’s noise level, this is where things go downhill a little, being easily one of the loudest (if not the loudest) bullet vibrators I’ve ever tried, and as such not really appropriate for those who need to be discreet.

My Experience

Bullets have been a bit of a sore subject for me lately. After my beloved We-Vibe Tango II and Nu Sensuelle Point both died in 2019, I have yet to entirely fill the hole in my heart that they left. While toys like the We-Vibe Touch X, Dame Kip, Lovehoney x Love Not War Amore, and even the new We-Vibe Tango X, came close, not one of them offered the classic bullet design I so adored. So when the Doxy Bullet arrived, I became cautiously optimistic, and after a few weeks of testing, I can confirm that this is the first time in three years that I finally feel like I have a bullet vibrator again. While having just two speeds does take some getting use to, the power the Doxy Bullet offers alongside the ramp up between them quickly makes up for the missing third. Then, whilst I do find the We-Vibe Tango X and Dame Kip much more rumbly, which can make them a better choice depending on the situation, I am just obsessed with how strong the vibrations of the Bullet are, buzzy or not, and this combined with the larger size and metal exterior helps take them to a different level. In fact, the only real downside I’ve found so far is that, like ABS plastic bullets, the metal on the Doxy Bullet isn’t really compatible with insertable toys that are also made of hard materials, such as the Njoy Pure Wand, in which case the silicone We-Vibe Touch X comes in handy.

Cleaning & Care

Doxy Bullet

Since the Doxy Bullet is fully waterproof, cleaning it is easy. Just wipe it down with some warm, soapy water, and then rinse. After this you can leave it to dry, and then return it to its storage case. Being metal, you can also use any lubricant you want with it, although be careful to not get silicone-based types on the silicone button.

Final Thoughts

Some things are classics for a reason, and that is the case with the humble bullet vibrator. The shape works, the size works, and having a single button at the very end keeps things quick and with zero fuss. So as much as I appreciate the desire to try new things that we’ve seen in the pleasure industry these last few years, I also think they have started to become overcomplicated for no reason, and at the detriment of the consumer. But the Doxy Bullet offers a return to that classic design, while bringing powerful vibrations worthy of our modern age, and I couldn’t be more pleased to name it my new favourite bullet vibe. While admittedly far louder and more buzzy than similar toys, like the We-Vibe Touch X and Dame Kip, the strong vibrations draw me in, and the simplified controls make me stay. So for anyone searching for a fuss-free yet strong vibe to add to their collection, or especially anyone like me longing for the good old days of the We-Vibe Tango II, grab yourself a Doxy Bullet, pronto.

You can get the Doxy Bullet from Betty’s Toy Box for just $135 AUD / $92.99 USD, plus use my code GRACE to get 10% OFF your total order!

Way back in 2017 I published a post talking all about the top new sex toys that I wanted. Half designed as a space for me to express my excitement over new releases and share the news with you all, and half intended as a *wink wink* to brands, the second part didn’t exactly work out considering I never ended up getting any of them. That is until late last year anyway, when I finally reviewed the Doxy Die Cast 3R, the smaller version of the UK brand’s popular massager wand. On that list, however, there were actually two Doxy…

Review: Doxy Bullet

Review: Doxy Bullet

2022-08-20

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A fuss-free bullet featuring powerful vibrations. The only real downside is that it is fairly noisy.


Material – 100%


Design – 90%


Solo – 90%


Partner – 90%


Vibrations – 95%


Noise Level – 60%

88%

Great

A fuss-free bullet featuring powerful vibrations. The only real downside is that it is fairly noisy.

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










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Review: Le Wand Hoop – Princess Previews



Le Wand Hoop

For almost 20 years, the Njoy Pure Wand has been the go-to stainless steel sex toy, unrivaled in its design and pleasure abilities. So it’s almost impressive, that in an industry where copycat designs run rampant, that the Pure Wand has managed to remain a one-of-a-kind through sheer reputation alone. That is, until now, with the release of the Le Wand Hoop. An almost carbon-copy of the Pure Wand, this kind of move certainly isn’t new ground for the US-based manufacturer, whose entire catalogue is based on reimagining popular designs from other companies. However, as with their take on the legendary Magic Wand Rechargeable, my problem with Le Wand stems from the fact that rather than offering these imitations at a lower price point, they instead ask for even more money. Which begs the question: why would anyone pay more for a knock-off Pure Wand?

Product Description

Le Wand Hoop and Njoy Pure Wand

While the two toys look identical at first glance, Le Wand have made a variety of minor changes to the Hoop to allow it to be differentiated. Although while this wouldn’t usually worry me, the Njoy Pure Wand’s design is so simple yet so balanced, that I fear even the slightest adjustment could cause the Hoop’s downfall. The most notable update is three small bumps just under the larger head, offering some texture that the Pure Wand misses, whilst this head also features an alternative shape, being tapered to a point, rather than a sphere. Outside of this, the rest of the changes aren’t really visible to the eye, but every element from the size and curvature of the shaft, to the shape of the smaller head, have been tweaked ever so slightly. Lighter in weight, the Hoop comes in at just 622g, whilst the shaft has a length of 10.3″ / 26.1cm and the heads have a diameter of 1″ / 2.5cm and 1.44″ / 3.7cm respectively. Like the Pure Wand, the Hoop then includes its brand logo on the shaft, however this is invisible to touch, which is an improvement from the rough “Njoy” on the Pure Wand, although this is as it is actually carved into the metal. On that note, Le Wand don’t mention the grade of stainless steel used for the Hoop, whilst this kind of upfront honesty is something Njoy pride themselves on. As with the Pure Wand, the Le Wand Hoop is then fully waterproof and safe for all penetrative play, however will not work with a harness.

Packaging

Le Wand Hoop Packaging

While Le Wand are well regarded for their packaging, I felt this was another area that Njoy would be superior. After all, their “velvet cushion” style box is so beautiful that I still store my Pure Wand in it seven years later. But I’ve got to say, the packaging for the Le Wand Hoop is truly some of the most luxurious and elegant I’ve ever seen, and they win this round. Arriving in high quality card, a sleeve featuring a picture of the toy and product info can be removed to reveal a stunning (and semi-discreet) box, simply featuring the Le Wand logo on one side and a high-resolution image of stainless steel on the other. Small details here, such as a grid-like pattern on the top, really add to the beauty, and many of the elements feature reflective printing to further reinforce the toy’s material. Opening this up, the Hoop can then be found resting securely in foam, alongside its accessories, which match the packaging in excellence. There is a small care instructions booklet in multiple languages, as well as a larger “Guide To Stainless Steel Pleasure Tools” in English, which, in addition to serving as a product catalogue, has heaps of excellent information about using and caring for the Hoop. You’ll then find a small Le Wand branded cleaning cloth for drying and polishing the toy, and finally a storage pouch which is not only branded and high-quality, but padded for extra protection. In addition, the Hoop also comes with a one year warranty, and as it was sent to me directly by Le Wand (who do not normally offer delivery to Australia) I won’t go into the shipping details.

Le Wand Hoop Accessories

My Experience

With a slightly smaller main head and tapered design, inserting the Le Wand Hoop is easy, especially compared to the Njoy Pure Wand. Unfortunately the three bumps get quickly lost within me, sadly not offering any stimulation during use, however the head effortlessly finds its way to my G-spot due to the weight and curvature of the shaft. Using the handle to then press this against me (which, like the Pure Wand, is easy since the ergonomic shape does most of the work), it provides absolutely exceptional G-spot stimulation, and when paired with a clitoral toy, such as the We-Vibe Touch X or We-Vibe Melt (I recommend these in particular as they’re both made with a soft silicone, which works better with the stainless steel than other materials), I’m able to enjoy some extremely intense and satisfying orgasms. But, even with that, it is still not on par with the Pure Wand. I think the change that makes the biggest difference in use is the swap from a round head to a pointed “teardrop” one, because rather than being able to put full pressure onto my G-spot for the maximum amount of stimulation possible, I need to instead consider the positioning and worry about poking myself too hard. It results in stimulation that, while very very good, still isn’t as good as a legendary design that’s been providing pleasure worldwide for twenty years, which is fair enough. Plus, I think the reduction in weight (and possibly the curvature) also has something to do with it, as every little bit of this counts towards the stimulation I know and love from the Pure Wand. Finally, as with that toy, I didn’t really get much use out of the smaller end, however it does still feel good and it’s nice to have a less girthy option available if necessary.

Le Wand Hoop

Cleaning & Care

Being waterproof and stainless steel, caring for the Le Wand Hoop is easy. After use, simply wash it with warm soapy water and rinse. Le Wand then recommends drying and polishing it with their cleaning cloth, although I haven’t found this makes much of an impact. To sterilise it, which should be done before switching between partners or from vaginal to anal play, you can do this by boiling it. You can then store it in its bag or packaging for safe keeping, although another advantage of stainless steel is that it won’t attract lint or dust between uses.

Final Thoughts

Le Wand Hoop and Njoy Pure Wand

At the start of this review, I asked why anyone would buy the new Le Wand Hoop over the similar-but-iconic Njoy Pure Wand when it costs more? I’m very lucky to have been able to receive both of these toys for free in order to try and answer that question, but honestly, I’m still not sure. The Pure Wand is a perfectly considered and thought-out toy, with every aspect of its simple design contributing to why it has been widely regarded as the world’s best G-spot dildo for almost twenty years. So it’s no surprise that by taking it and then making enough small changes for Le Wand to relabel it as their own, they have unbalanced what was already working. While the Hoop is still an amazing toy by every means, the fact that it is less pleasurable whilst costing more just doesn’t work, and so unless you can get it in a sale at a reduction that makes it less than the Pure Wand (which, I think is likely, since Le Wand have greater sales than Njoy), there is no reason to choose it instead. Unless, perhaps, you prefer the higher-quality packaging and accessories Le Wand include, or maybe you are concerned about the size of the Pure Wand and would rather stick with the Hoop’s easier-to-insert head. Either way, this reviewer has certainly had a good time comparing the two.

If you are in the US, you can get the Hoop directly from Le Wand for just $145 USD, plus use my code PRINCESS22 to get 22% OFF your total order!

For everyone else, you can get it from Betty’s Toy Box for just $213 AUD / $145 USD, plus use my code GRACE to get 10% OFF your total order!

For almost 20 years, the Njoy Pure Wand has been the go-to stainless steel sex toy, unrivaled in its design and pleasure abilities. So it’s almost impressive, that in an industry where copycat designs run rampant, that the Pure Wand has managed to remain a one-of-a-kind through sheer reputation alone. That is, until now, with the release of the Le Wand Hoop. An almost carbon-copy of the Pure Wand, this kind of move certainly isn’t new ground for the US-based manufacturer, whose entire catalogue is based on reimagining popular designs from other companies. However, as with their take on the…

Review: Le Wand Hoop

Review: Le Wand Hoop

2022-12-10

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While it’s not *as* good, this is a great alternative to the Njoy Pure Wand. The downside is the price, but regular sales may alleviate this.


Material – 100%


Design – 95%


Solo – 90%


Partner – 70%

89%

Great

While it’s not *as* good, this is a great alternative to the Njoy Pure Wand. The downside is the price, but regular sales may alleviate this.

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








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Review: Funzze Stainless Steel Dildo



Funzze Stainless Steel Dildo

Recently I’ve been getting more into make-up and skincare, partly due to TikTok. I love watching people’s routines, although many of the products these influencers use are far too costly for me to even consider buying. That was when the algorithm started recommending me “dupes”, which is a shortened version of the word duplicate and young people slang for a product that is very similar to a popular competitor, yet cheaper. For the first time, make-up felt accessible to me, and these dupes have been the perfect entry-point for someone who is still learning what they like and who is not yet ready to commit to a luxury purchase. Anyway, the reason why I am telling you this story, is because when I saw today’s review item, I immediately felt like I was one of those TikTok beauty influencers, like I had the chance to help someone just starting out on their sex toy journey, just like they helped me. Because at $108 AUD / $70 USD, the Funzze Stainless Steel Dildo is the closest dupe of the legendary Njoy Pure Wand I’ve ever seen, and at less than half the price!

Is It Ethical?

Funzze Stainless Steel Dildo and Njoy Pure Wand
The Funzze Stainless Steel Dildo is on the left, whilst the Njoy Pure Wand is to the right. You can see how the Pure Wand’s bulbs are slightly larger.

I’d be remiss if I didn’t start this review with a note on ethics. It’s a larger conversation that I cannot entirely cover here, and one that I enjoy a healthy debate over. At its heart, almost every toy in this industry is a dupe or a copy of another. Rarely do we see true innovation, such as the recent Snail Vibe or the original Womanizer. Because of this, it can be easy to get used to the endless cycle of similar products as a sex toy reviewer. Recently, however, unethical practices relating to the emerging independent maker scene have become more common, with designs being stolen from these one or two person teams (sometimes, horrifyingly, before they even release the product themselves, as thieves reference work-in-progress shots posted on social media). It has put these issues right at the forefront of my mind, and so I was careful to get a better understanding of Njoy before completing this review. It turns out not much information is publically available about their company, with most interviews with the CEO being conducted well over a decade ago. But considering Njoy are the leading manufacturer of stainless steel sex toys worldwide, and their products can be found at pretty much every good retailer, I think it’s safe to say that they aren’t a micro- or even small-business. This doesn’t necessarily make Funzze’s use of the design right, but it introduces far more shades of gray to the problem. From my perspective as a reviewer, I am constantly asked about G-Spot dildo recommendations, as very few people can afford the Njoy Pure Wand, despite it being widely known as the best toy for the job. In fact, since I reviewed it in 2016, the price has only risen, now costing a whopping $240 AUD / $164 USD. So to have such an affordable alternative presented to me for review, is hard to pass up. And at the end of the day, people are going to buy this over the Pure Wand, regardless of what I do, and I would rather test it and find out for myself about any issues it may have, than refuse it because I’m worried about negative reactions (just like I did for Funzze’s problematic glitter dildos, which they have now pulled from their website on my advice). Of course, you’ll need to decide for yourself how you feel about this issue, and I’d be interested to hear your thoughts in the comments section below.

Product Description

Funzze Stainless Steel Dildo close-up

At first glance, the Funzze Stainless Steel Dildo is identical to the Njoy Pure Wand. However, once you place the two side-by-side, the differences start to become clear. The most obvious is that whilst Njoy include their logo at the shaft’s mid-point, Funzze do not. Next, you might notice that the quality is not the same. Whilst the Pure Wand features a flawless finish with no seams, the Stainless Steel Dildo is a bit darker, a bit more patchy (it can be polished smooth, but it doesn’t stay like this naturally in the same way that the Pure Wand does), and features seams around its two bulbs. Finally, there are slight variations in regards to the shape of the toy, and the whole thing is slightly smaller, with Funzze’s version having a diameter of 2.29cm / .9″ for its smaller bulb and 3.56cm / 1.4″ for its larger, alongside a weight of 483g. Outside of all this, everything else that makes the Pure Wand so great is present. It uses that classic double-ended dildo design, with its wide curve housing a different experience at each end due to the alternate sizes. The stainless steel material is then cold and smooth to the touch, and even though it isn’t as perfect as the Pure Wand’s, I don’t find myself minding considering that price difference. It is also fully waterproof and safe for anal use, and as usual Funzze provide a one-year warranty with it.

Packaging

Funzze Stainless Steel Dildo with packaging and warranty card

My order with Funzze for the Stainless Steel Dildo was placed on the 7th of July and it arrived on the 16th. An improvement from my last order with them was that the package was 100% discreet, with no mention of the sender or what was inside. As for the toy itself, this arrived in Funzze’s usual plain cardboard box, which features a pink and black security strip with the brand logo on it (which is removable if you’d rather keep the box discreet for storage). Inside this you’ll find the Stainless Steel Dildo bubble-wrapped safely, alongside a gold branded storage bag (which is a little large for the toy), as well as a small business card explaining the warranty.

My Experience

Funzze Stainless Steel Dildo with storage bag

Inserting either end of the Funzze Stainless Steel Dildo is easy since they are both fairly small, plus the weight and smoothness of the metal helps too. Although I’d also recommend first warming the toy slightly under some warm water, as otherwise it can be very cold (this is a must in winter). The start of play is also the place where I find the difference between this toy and the Njoy Pure Wand most obvious, as you can really feel the variation in weight and size. Once inside, the sensations are all very familiar, and the Stainless Steel Dildo can find my G-Spot and begin to stimulate it immediately. The surprise contradiction that makes the Pure Wand so special, is that even though it is the heaviest dildo I own, it is the easiest to use in regards to the pressure it puts on my wrists and arms (since all of the weight is in me, and all I need to do is rock it back and forth), and I’m glad to confirm that Funzze’s version is the same. Being less heavy, I perhaps need to put a little bit more effort in, and being smaller, the stimulation is perhaps not as intense. But my god is it there, and the difference between the two is truly so small that you’d be hard pressed to believe they’re different products. And, of course, this means that the Funzze Stainless Steel Dildo is one of the best dildos I’ve ever used, providing some truly epic orgasms when paired with a soft clitoral toy like the We-Vibe Touch X. As for the two different sides, I typically prefer to start with the smaller end before moving onto the larger (the advantage with metal, compared to silicone, is that lube and vaginal fluids can be cleanly wiped away with a tissue, allowing for an easy switch of sides during use), although both are superb at G-Spot stimulation, just with the larger also providing a more filling feeling.

Cleaning & Care

Being waterproof and stainless steel, caring for the Funzze Stainless Steel Dildo is easy. After use, simply wash it with warm soapy water and rinse. To sterilize it, which should be done before switching between partners or from vaginal to anal play, you can boil it for one minute, submerge it in a 10% bleach solution, or pop it in the top rack of the dishwasher and run it through a full cycle. You can then store it in its bag or packaging for safe keeping, although another advantage of stainless steel is that it won’t attract lint or dust between uses.

Final Thoughts

Funzze Stainless Steel Dildo and Njoy Pure Wand close-up
The easiest way to tell the difference is the presence of the Njoy logo. You can also see here how the Pure Wand is lighter in colour.

For almost 20 years, the Njoy Pure Wand has been the stainless steel G-Spot dildo. Nothing has ever quite compared, and whilst I love it so, its eye-watering price tag has been the source of much frustration in my life, turning something that I wish everyone could enjoy, into a toy that only some can afford. And while I’ve patiently watched other toys go down in price over the years, it has only risen, to the point where I struggle to recommend it at all anymore. So, ethics aside, when I saw the Funzze Stainless Steel Dildo, I knew I had to try it out. It was either going to be great, and finally provide an affordable option for one of the world’s most iconic sex toy designs. Or, it was going to be bad, and I would be able to warn people, and potentially even Funzze, away from it. I’m so glad it was the former option, and for anyone out there that has always wanted a Pure Wand but couldn’t afford it: now is your chance! The downside to all of this is the lack of brand trust, because whilst Njoy are very upfront about their manufacturing process and materials, with their toys lasting a lifetime, Funzze are not. Will there be issues with its quality down the track? I don’t know, but that, and the ethical decision you need to decide for yourself, are the concerns you need to consider before making a purchase. In my opinion though, just like how I know those make-up dupes might not be as good nor last as long as the brand’s they replicate, for me, it’s worth it when I can’t justify the real thing. And once I try it, maybe I’ll even like it enough to give me that justification.

You can get the Stainless Steel Dildo directly from Funzze for just $108.16 AUD / $69.99 USD!

Last updated: 20/8/23
Price at the time of writing: $108.16 AUD / $69.99 USD

Recently I’ve been getting more into make-up and skincare, partly due to TikTok. I love watching people’s routines, although many of the products these influencers use are far too costly for me to even consider buying. That was when the algorithm started recommending me “dupes”, which is a shortened version of the word duplicate and young people slang for a product that is very similar to a popular competitor, yet cheaper. For the first time, make-up felt accessible to me, and these dupes have been the perfect entry-point for someone who is still learning what they like and who is…

Review: Funzze Stainless Steel Dildo

Review: Funzze Stainless Steel Dildo

2023-08-20

Grace





With a design so similar to the legendary Njoy Pure Wand, it’s no surprise that this toy feels amazing in use. But should we support such blatant design theft?


Material – 95%


Design – 100%


Solo – 95%


Partner – 70%

90%

Amazing

With a design so similar to the legendary Njoy Pure Wand, it’s no surprise that this toy feels amazing in use. But should we support such blatant design theft?

This post was sponsored by Funzze, but as always, all opinions are my own. Affiliate links have been used in this post.










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Review: Funzze Pink “O” – Princess Previews



Funzze Pink “O”

I always try my best to review budget-friendly sex toys where I can. But when it comes to round-ups like my annual Top 10, it’s easy to forget these kinds of products in favour of the more premium offerings I’m so lucky to have access to. So that’s why it was such a surprise, both to myself and to my readers, when I released my 2023 rankings, only for one of the most inexpensive brands on the net to have not just one, not just two, but three products included! It was the first time since 2020 a single brand has taken out that many top spots, but even that was high-end Womanizer, with products that ranged from $150 AUD to $330 AUD. In stark contrast, Funzze’s three will only set you back a mere $40 AUD to $100 AUD, and the cheapest of the bunch just so happened to be my favourite type of sex toy: a pressure wave stimulator. So, when the brand recently reached out again about completing some more reviews, I went straight to their suction section to see if they had anything that could possibly rival it.

Product Description

Whilst it is slightly more money than last year’s Funzze Sucking Massager, the Pink “O” is still very much a standard no-frills air pressure wave toy. Which isn’t to say that’s a bad thing, as seeing a toy of its price tag with a bunch of features would definitely be a red flag. Really the biggest initial difference between them would be their appearance, as whilst the Sucking Massager is quite generic looking, with its full body purple silicone, the Pink “O” instead adds a touch of fun, with its small form mixing pink and white alongside a large love heart as its single button (apparently the design was inspired by swans, but I fail to see the resemblance). All pink areas are then silicone, whilst the white is a ABS plastic that feels smooth to the touch. Stimulation is via the large nozzle that rests at the end of the Pink “O”, which also doubles as its namesake, and within this chamber is a small bead that moves back and forth rapidly to create the change in air pressure that occurs when the toy is turned on. The silicone around this area is then quite firm, with very little give around the nozzle, and at the very bottom of the toy you’ll find a hole for its charger. Finally, the Pink “O” is also waterproof, USB rechargeable, and body-safe.

Packaging

Funzze Pink “O” packaging

My order for the Pink “O” was placed with Funzze on the 15th of March and I received it on the 26th. The package was then 100% discreet, with no mention of the sender or what was contained within. Inside, everything was packaged the same as previous orders, and it is this level of consistency that is part of why Funzze are my favourite white-label retailer. A simple cardboard box branded with just a removable slip of paper, for maximum reusability and discretion, I then found the Pink “O” alongside its instructions (which call the toy the White Swan Sucker), a charger, a card detailing Funzze’s one year warranty, and a gold branded storage bag that fits the toy perfectly.

Charging

Funzze Pink “O” charging

Charging the Funzze Pink “O” is easy since it is USB rechargeable. Simply plug one end of the charging cord into a USB port and then the other end can go directly into the hole at the bottom of the toy. When charging a light will flash, with this becoming solid once complete, and charging should take around one hour to give you an estimated one hour of use.

Controls

Whilst the Funzze Sucking Massager has three buttons, allowing for a level of control often unheard of in budget suction toys, the Pink “O” features the more standard single button. Then, to turn the toy on or off, you’ll need to simply hold this down. Once on, you’ll have access to eight different modes, and you can use the button to cycle through them. Now, if it were up to me (like it was on the Boutique Voila Little GOO), all eight of these modes would be steady speeds, with the intensity slowly growing with each new level. But, unfortunately, this is not the case, and instead the toy has a mere two steady speeds, with the rest being patterns!! After the ten levels of the Sucking Massager, this feels like such a travesty and a step in the wrong direction, and in my eyes is a problem that’s hard to overcome. On the plus side, however, the button does light up when the suction is running (on the steady speeds this means a constant light, but on the patterns it results in a blinking light as if there’s a rave party happening under my sheets), making it easier to find and use in the dark.

First Impressions

Funzze Pink “O” nozzle close up

My very first reaction to the Funzze Pink “O” was one of concern when I saw that extra wide nozzle paired with a too close for comfort “tongue”. This is because when I’ve reviewed similar toys in the past, oftentimes that vibrating bead can accidentally hit my clitoris, resulting in a fair amount of pain. And the conditions here seem almost perfect for a repeat of this, although thankfully the chamber is deeper than it looks, and will hopefully mean the bead is out of reach for me. Turning it on, I then found the suction to feel quite strong, yet the noise level was a big disappointment, being much louder than I had hoped and significantly more so than the Funzze Sucking Massager. This means that the toy really isn’t going to be ideal if you have a need for privacy, as even when the suction seal is made, it is still quite audible.

My Experience

Placing the Funzze Pink “O” over me is easy due to its wide nozzle, and whilst its shape means it doesn’t create as tight a sensation as many other suction toys, it still is able to create a seal around my clitoris. Then, even though the firmer I press it the deeper I go into its chamber, I’m thankful to report I haven’t had any pain or other issues with the proximity of the vibrating bead. Instead, all I feel from it are the changes in air pressure it creates, and whilst these are by no means the best suction sensations I’ve ever felt, they’re pretty damn good. I maintain that two speeds is not enough, in any vibrator but especially a suction toy, yet Funzze have certainly succeeded in making the most of what they’ve got. The initial speed is deeply penetrating, but still low enough that you can jump right in without needing to warm up, whilst the second speed really takes things to another level. Safe to say, orgasming with the Pink “O” is easy, and very satisfying. My only downside, and this is a new one, is that after climax I find that my hand sometimes hurts. The problem is the plastic, because whilst this is smooth against the silicone ordinarily, if you apply pressure to the silicone, it will push inwards whilst the firm plastic will remain put. When this is done, such as during use, it means that the edge of this plastic gets pushed into my skin, hence the pain. It’s not really a huge problem, and eventually I’ll probably know exactly how to hold the toy to avoid it, but it is my only complaint.

Funzze Pink “O” storage bag

Cleaning & Care

Cleaning the Funzze Pink “O” is easy since it’s fully waterproof and only designed for external use. Simply give it a quick wash with some warm soapy water after use, and then leave to air dry. Afterward, you can store it how you wish, or use Funzze’s provided storage bag. Additionally, make sure not to use silicone-based lubricant with this product, as it may affect the material it is made of.

Final Thoughts

Funzze Pink “O” and Funzze Sucking Massager
The Funzze Pink “O” alongside the Funzze Sucking Massager.

The Funzze Sucking Massager set a high bar, and after comparing the two and realising that it is cheaper yet more advanced than the Pink “O”, offering a far greater range of intensities and a more robust control system, it felt like there was a clear winner But even though this toy had so little to work with, it made sure to make the most of every opportunity afforded to it, and it was this that made the Funzze Pink “O” my favourite of the two. Whilst the Sucking Massager may have had an impressive ten levels, these fell flat, with the initial speed being too strong and the other speeds lacking in any real variety or depth. Meanwhile, the Pink “O” had just two, but in those two were modes I’d rather use than any of the ten that the Sucking Massager had to offer. And because of this, I found the Sucking Massager difficult to orgasm with, whilst the Pink “O” was easy. Of course, there are definitely advantages to the Sucking Massager, and being able to control it more effectively is a big one, as is its slightly cheaper price. Plus, whilst I didn’t have any issues with the shallow chamber of the Pink “O”, those with a longer clitoris may, which is a concern. And, of course, I should also mention my recent review of the Boutique Voila Little GOO, another budget air pressure wave stimulator that is less than the Pink “O”, yet I called it the “one of the best suction toys I have tried in years”. Either way, I think it’s safe to say that there’s a good chance we’ll be seeing the Funzze Pink “O” again later this year for my Top 10!

You can get the Pink “O” directly from Funzze for just $54 AUD / $35.99 USD!

Last updated: 19/5/24
Price at the time of writing: $54 AUD / $35.99 USD

I always try my best to review budget-friendly sex toys where I can. But when it comes to round-ups like my annual Top 10, it’s easy to forget these kinds of products in favour of the more premium offerings I’m so lucky to have access to. So that’s why it was such a surprise, both to myself and to my readers, when I released my 2023 rankings, only for one of the most inexpensive brands on the net to have not just one, not just two, but three products included! It was the first time since 2020 a single brand…

Review: Funzze Pink “O”

Review: Funzze Pink “O”

2024-05-19

Grace





Two speeds is apparently all the Funzze Pink “O” needs to knock my socks off.


Material – 85%


Design – 70%


Solo – 90%


Partner – 80%


Suction – 90%


Noise Level – 65%

80%

Great

Two speeds is apparently all the Funzze Pink “O” needs to knock my socks off.

This post was sponsored by Funzze, but as always, all opinions are my own.









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Review: Pink Punch Dream Bunny



Pink Punch Dream Bunny

Last year the most exciting new brand I tried had to be Pink Punch. Launching onto the scene with their adorable aesthetic, which evoked early 2000s nostalgia with their Polly Pocket-style cases and cyberpunk app, their flagship product the Sunset Mushroom, and later the Peachu, not only looked amazing but offered a range of features that I just couldn’t resist. Both had charging stations, with the Sunset Mushroom’s resembling an AirPods case both in design and the way it functioned, whilst other elements such as their exquisite packaging, app-control and squishy translucent silicone all made for a level of quality that I don’t see enough of in this industry. The only downside was that neither the Sunset Mushroom nor Peachu were actually very good sex toys, and even though their compatible app is one of the better ones, it still wasn’t enough for me to recommend them. I could clearly see the potential, however, and so I’ve kept tabs on the brand ever since, eager to get my hands on whatever they released next in the hopes that it would finally be the one. Well, when I saw the Dream Bunny I was over the moon, and even more so when they asked if I wanted to review it!

Product Description

Like the Peachu, the Pink Punch Dream Bunny is an air pressure wave stimulator. Although I must not have been the only one to dislike the Peachu’s odd approach to suction, since the brand has already discontinued it. So, in a way, the Dream Bunny is its spiritual successor, and even from a first glance I can tell Pink Punch have made improvements to things I previously took issue with. For instance, one of the reasons that toy fell flat was its alternative take on the suction nozzle, whilst the Dream Bunny has kept things traditional with the tried-and-true design that didn’t need changing in the first place. Although it wouldn’t be Pink Punch without a little bit of a spin to the norm, and because of this they have included four different silicone nozzle attachments! Following in the footsteps of another very famous type of sex toy, the Dream Bunny then uses the humble rabbit for inspiration. The two ears (which actually remind me more of a sprout, especially in my version’s colour) rise up from the toy’s body and curve outwards, working as a handle that you may hold with your index and middle finger. This turns the Dream Bunny essentially into a wearable toy, and holding it in this way reminds me a lot of the Hot Octopuss DiGiT and Dame Fin. The brand’s signature silicone is then again in action here, with the soft “ears” being fully translucent before this material spreads out in a thin layer across the rest of the toy, although this effect is a bit more subtle than on the last two. Plus, a colour gradient also follows this change, from the almost clear ears to the darker base, with my copy being green but the Dream Bunny also coming in pink and white. Then, on one side you’ll find a single button from which to control the toy, whilst underneath this near the suction nozzle is both a logo and the metal plates for the Dream Bunny’s simple charging stand to connect to. Finally, as with Pink Punch’s other toys, this product is also app-controllable, body-safe, USB rechargeable and waterproof, and as a new addition it comes with a one year warranty.

Packaging

Pink Punch Dream Bunny packaging

My order for the Dream Bunny was made with Pink Punch on the 26th of March and I received it on the 3rd of April. The package was then 100% discreet, with no mention of the brand name and the items simply listed as “home casual clothes”. After the beautiful (yet almost identical) packaging of my last two Pink Punch toys, I was pretty eager to see what the Dream Bunny offered. Opening it up though, my initial impression was that something was missing. Whilst the last two had gorgeous clear sleeves that reinforced their brand’s commitment to design and also their layered silicone work, which were then removed to reveal a mostly plain white box, it seems the Dream Bunny has skipped the sleeve altogether and gone straight to the plain box. On the one hand, this reduces waste and ensures a more discreet package (although it does clearly say what it is on the back), but as a lover of design this is also a bit of a shame, and does make me wonder if there was a sleeve for this product at one point considering the level of negative space? Still, even with this, it is a very nice box, and if it wasn’t for my previous experiences with the brand then I would be quite happy. To access the toy, you can then slide the front off (this is quite tight and takes a little while, good for privacy but not so much as a reusable storage option), which will reveal a card envelope with the Pink Punch logo. This barrier looks nice, but without any flap or handle with which to remove it, it does result in a need to just tip the whole thing upside down to get everything out. Once that’s done, you’ll find the Dream Bunny (which was resting safely in plastic), alongside its charging stand, charging cord, four silicone nozzles, high-quality storage pouch, instruction manual, and small introductory card.

That introductory card was the thing I took the most interest in, as it states that during development Pink Punch “collected 100 women’s advice [on the Dream Bunny]; 80 vegetarians, including college students, working women, moms, and 20 erotic toy reviewers; a total of 673 design revisions and nearly 1,000 sensory tests were conducted”. This is the sort of thing I love to hear, but I was a little bit surprised, not just because of the surprising amount of vegetarians consulted, but because of the 20 toy reviewers. Not to toot my own horn, but where was my invite? In fact, despite the sex toy reviewer community being rather small, I haven’t heard of a single person being contacted about this, much less giving input. And even though I put the call out on social media to try and find somebody, I’ve had no luck. That’s not to say that Pink Punch are lying, they are a Chinese company and there could very well be a huge community of professional sex toy testers there that I have never heard of. But it does raise questions, especially considering the whole point of this statement is to express the wide pool of input they gathered on the Dream Bunny prior to its release.

Charging

Pink Punch Dream Bunny charging

Charging the Dream Bunny is easy, and once again Pink Punch have included a compatible display stand for it to wirelessly connect to. This works the same as the Peachu’s, rather than the Sunset Mushroom’s more complicated (and problematic) version, although unlike that toy it doesn’t include a lid. Instead, it is a simple white stand featuring the Pink Punch logo and fitted to the Dream Bunny’s small dimensions. When ready to charge, you can connect one end of the charging cord to a USB port and the other end to this stand, before placing the Dream Bunny onto it, with it working whether or not the toy has one of its silicone nozzles attached. When in progress the light on the Dream Bunny’s side will flash, with this becoming solid once complete, and charging should take around 1.5 hours to give you 1.5 hours of play time (note that the English instructions mistranslate this portion and leave out the charging time, but running the Korean portion through a translator gives the correct meaning). Also worth mentioning is that the charging cord is branded, which is a big help when you own as many sex toys as I do. Finally, Pink Punch recommends charging the Dream Bunny at least once a month to help maintain the battery.

Controls

Whilst the Dream Bunny is primarily intended to be controlled via the Pink Punch app, it does also have a single button on its side for manual control. Using this is easy, as you simply need to hold it down to turn the toy on, continue clicking to cycle through the seven modes, and then just hold it down again to turn it off. Of these modes, four are then steady speeds and three are patterns, and whilst I would prefer even more steady speeds, this is still double what my recent review on the Funzze Pink “O” offered. My biggest criticism of the Pink Punch Peachu’s controls was that when first turning the toy on (as it used a stand-by mode function), and then again when the suction was activated, it would run its suction at its highest speed for .5 seconds. This is an issue I’ve run into on a few toys now, and it is always a problem since such a sudden intensity can cause short-term pain or desensitisation to the clitoris. But ultimately it just means you need to be a bit more careful when using such a toy, ensuring it is already activated prior to application. Yet somehow things have become much much worse on the Dream Bunny… because not only does this sudden pulsation of high speed suction appear when turning it on and off, but it also runs in between every mode!!!! This might just be one of the worst errors in judgement I’ve ever seen applied to an air pressure wave toy, and I absolutely don’t know how this made it through in-house testing, let alone the 100 people who supposedly tried it before release.

Pink Punch Dream Bunny button
The Pink Punch Dream Bunny’s single button is almost invisible to the eye, yet a protruding bump makes it obvious to the touch. Can you spot it?

The App

Before you (rightfully) dismiss this product and close the review, you’ll be happy to know there is a saving grace. Whilst it cannot help the on/off high speed pulsation, when controlling the toy within the app there is thankfully no further intensity spikes. In fact, even without this issue, controlling the Dream Bunny with the app is definitely the superior option, as just like the last two products it offers a speed range from 0 to 100, both for its steady mode and three patterns. And it’s not just for show either, as it genuinely feels like the toy is slowly increasing throughout all 100 of those levels. Outside of this, I don’t have anything new to say about the Pink Punch app as it has not changed since the last time I reviewed it, and for a detailed look at my thoughts you can check out my sex toy app guide. Overall though this is one of my preferred apps, as whilst its functionality is limited compared to others, it does everything it needs to and it looks good doing it, whilst also being almost entirely glitch free.

First Impressions

Between my previous experience with the Peachu, the complete stupidity of the repeated intensity spikes, and the fact that the Pink Punch Dream Bunny visibly uses tap suction, an alternate form of suction that can also result in injury, I was not feeling the most positive going into my testing of this toy. But trying it out for the first time on my finger, I was at least reassured on that first point, as it is clear that this toy has solved many of the issues I had with the Peachu. I was particularly intrigued by the four suction nozzles, as even though I am used to receiving multiple with these toys, usually they will feature the same design but with different sized openings, either by width or length, in order to work for a wider range of people. Yet Pink Punch have done things differently as usual, because these nozzles each feature a unique shape, whilst keeping the opening size the same. This is a bummer for those who require a larger opening due to the size of their clitoris, and also makes me question how much they’ll actually effect stimulation since so much of it is just based on the actual suction chamber, not the nozzle itself. The one I’m most excited about though is the Polka (yes, they have names), which features a star-like pattern to introduce some texture into the area that makes contact with my vulva. Meanwhile, there is also the Convex, which is more like a traditional suction nozzle, the Donut, which provides extra cushioning, and the Flower, which instead of a round shape looks more like a flower with four petals. Finally, as for the noise level, I must say I am impressed, as the Dream Bunny is very low in volume.

Pink Punch Dream Bunny nozzles

My Experience

My initial tests involved controlling the Pink Punch Dream Bunny manually. But even if the suction was some of the best I’ve ever felt, it would not be enough to make up for the high intensity pulses that happen every time I click its button. And considering this is very much not the case, with the suction itself being fairly lacklustre, using the Dream Bunny has been an unpleasant experience to say the least. The stimulation is definitely not the worst, but with air pressure waves that lean more on the side of buzzy, its high pitched nature doesn’t really compare to the far more thuddy and deeply penetrating suction I have grown accustomed to from higher-quality toys over the years. And whilst I do enjoy the ergonomic shape, which is both comfortable to hold and makes controlling it easy since my thumb naturally rests over the button (which can make me automatically press it even when using the app), unfortunately this just isn’t enough to win me over. Plus, even though I try my best to remember the pulses, I find myself constantly forgetting as I try to clear my mind in order to reach climax, and then repeatedly being surprised when sharp pain shoots through my clitoris every time I try to adjust it.

Whilst I am not the biggest fan of using toy apps personally (even though I enjoy reviewing them), and especially for a style of toy as intense as suction, I felt there was little choice when it came to the Dream Bunny. But even with the greater range of speeds and the removal of the sudden intensity spikes, I find the quality of the toy’s stimulation difficult to enjoy. The initial sensations are absolutely pleasurable, but as I continue to use it I find they don’t go anywhere, leaving me in a constant state of near-climax. Eventually I do thankfully orgasm, but it takes far longer than a usual suction toy and is also far less satisfying, requiring me to use another one afterwards, like the Satisfyer Pro 2 Next Generation or Womanizer Premium 2, to finish myself off. Another reason for this may be that once again I believe this toy struggles to form a suction seal around me, which also results in a louder volume during use than I had initially thought. Regardless, easily the worst part of using the Dream Bunny comes afterwards, as I am almost always left in varying levels of pain, whether I use the app or not. The first time I used it was the worst, with my clitoris being so injured that I felt it for days afterwards, but this is something that has persisted throughout my tests in lessening degrees, likely due to my increasing reliance on the app. Finally, it’s also worth mentioning that even though I tried all four nozzles and switched between them regularly, they made no difference to the stimulation. I did feel a slight change in sensation against my vulva, but in comparison to the intense air pressure waves, this was barely noticeable. 

Cleaning & Care

Pink Punch Dream Bunny storage bag

Cleaning the Pink Punch Dream Bunny is easy since it is waterproof. After use, simply remove the applied nozzle, and then pop both it and the body into some warm soapy water, before rinsing and leaving to air dry (depending on how messy things got, you might even be able to get away with just cleaning the nozzle). In addition, do make sure to not use silicone-based lubricants with this product, as it may damage the silicone it is made of.

Final Thoughts

If there’s one thing I’ve learned throughout my years as a sex toy tester, it is that bad products do exist. So this, especially from a new brand with only two other not-so-great toys under their belt, is not all that surprising. What does concern me, however, is the claims that the Dream Bunny has been extensively tested, and by professional reviewers like me no less. So unless vegetarians have very weird taste, I fail to see how such obvious problems weren’t picked up early in development. And even if this is all a lie, considering they asked me for my feedback on the now discontinued Peachu and I told them that the initial high intensity pulsation when activating the toy was a big problem, the idea that they took that advice and said, “Hey, you know what would be great? What if we include that pulsation every time someone clicks the button?!”, makes me worry for the future of Pink Punch. It is clear that the designers on the team know what they are doing. I love the unique shape of this toy, and even without its cute appearance, it made the Dream Bunny a joy to hold and control. Plus, once again the packaging looked great, the charging stand worked well, the app was easy to use, and even though the suction nozzles didn’t make that much of an impact, who cares, they’re essentially free! Sadly, they have all just been let down once again by the actual electronics, and dare I say it, by not enough real human testing beforehand. Overall, I’m still rooting for Pink Punch, and I dearly hope that one day soon they can match their superb designs to stimulation worthy of them. But for now, I cannot recommend the Dream Bunny.

You can get the Dream Bunny directly from Pink Punch for just $108 AUD / $69.90 USD, plus use my code GRACE30 to get 30% OFF your total order!

Last updated: 12/6/24
Price at the time of writing: $108 AUD / $69.90 USD

Last year the most exciting new brand I tried had to be Pink Punch. Launching onto the scene with their adorable aesthetic, which evoked early 2000s nostalgia with their Polly Pocket-style cases and cyberpunk app, their flagship product the Sunset Mushroom, and later the Peachu, not only looked amazing but offered a range of features that I just couldn’t resist. Both had charging stations, with the Sunset Mushroom’s resembling an AirPods case both in design and the way it functioned, whilst other elements such as their exquisite packaging, app-control and squishy translucent silicone all made for a level of quality…

Review: Pink Punch Dream Bunny

Review: Pink Punch Dream Bunny

2024-06-14

Grace





No matter how I used this toy, I ended up in pain, and not the good kind!!


Material – 100%


Design – 20%


Solo – 40%


Partner – 30%


Suction – 60%


Noise Level – 75%

54%

Okay

No matter how I used this toy, I ended up in pain, and not the good kind!!

This post was sponsored by Pink Punch, but as always, all opinions are my own. 











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Review: Honey Play Box Joi Thrust 2



Honey Play Box Joi Thrust 2

As a fan of Honey Play Box’s Joi (so much so I even gave one away last year!), it’s been exciting to see this now award-winning vibrator get the love it deserves. And with the US-based brand unsurprisingly capitalising on this success, a number of follow-up toys have since been added to what is now the Joi collection. I wanted so badly to get my hands on either the Joi Pro or Joi Thrust when they first came out, with the former including a remote control and the latter offering thrusting and app compatibility, but prior obligations meant I was unable. So I bided my time, and after my reviews of the OLY 2 and RORA 2 a few months ago, I knew a similar version of the Joi with advanced capabilities couldn’t be far off. And I was right, because here I am now with the new Honey Play Box Joi Thrust 2.

Product Description

So what’s new? Well, if you read my previous review on the original Joi, the main points is that instead of rotating, the Honey Play Box Joi Thrust 2 now thrusts, as per the name, and that it is also compatible with the latest version of the Honey Play Box app that I covered with my previous reviews for the brand and in my App Round-Up. This means that, unlike the first generation Joi Thrust, the toy also features their pressure controls and vaginal temperature detection. Otherwise, this toy is meant to still be the same old Joi, with its unusual rabbit-like shape and its little mouth, flapping tongue included. However, something else I’ve noticed that isn’t mentioned on the brand website is the big change to its vibrations. Whilst the original Joi had two of its four motors dedicated solely to this, with one in each of the shaft’s bulbs, the Joi Thrust 2 has zero. I’ll talk more on this later, but essentially they have now combined the “vibrations” with the thrusting motor. Further small changes then become apparent when comparing the two side-by-side. For instance, the tongue on the Thrust 2 is slightly bigger, the “lips” are more pronounced, the buttons have been flipped, and there is no logo underneath them. In addition, whilst the overall shape is the same, the linework is different, with this being particularly obvious at the portion of the shaft that extends during thrusting, as it features some thin lightly ribbed silicone, helping it to stretch. A reflective panel of rose gold ABS plastic then remains on the back, featuring the Honey Play Box bee, and just below this you’ll find the magnetic plates for the charger to connect to. Finally, just like the original, this version of the Joi is waterproof, USB rechargeable and made from body-safe materials, and whilst it is anal-safe it is not intended for this use. 

Packaging

Honey Play Box Joi Thrust 2 packaging

My order for the Joi Thrust 2 was placed with Honey Play Box on the 2nd of August and I received it promptly on the 9th. The package was then 100% discreet, with no mention of the sender or what was contained within. The box for the Joi Thrust 2 itself was then exactly what I have come to expect from the company, with their consistent branding and packaging being one of the few mainstays of the sex toy industry over the last few years. A small picture of the toy on the front and some information on what it can do on the back, this outer sleeve can then be removed to reveal a mostly discreet white box underneath, which is perfect for storage. Opening this, you’ll then find the toy resting safely in foam, alongside its charging cord and luxury gold branded storage bag, as well as an app guide and user manual. After repeated past issues, I am happy to see that the app guide has been updated once again, no longer including a useless QR code for further instructions. But it still doesn’t really offer any help outside of how to download the app and connect the toy, and whilst I don’t think including more detailed instructions are really necessary for app-controlled toys, it does feel like they’ve gone back on their previous commitment to improving it. Finally, as with past Honey Play Box toys, the Joi Thrust 2 comes with a one year warranty.

Unexpected Issues

The first time I went to use the Honey Play Box Joi Thrust 2 was a huge disappointment… because it didn’t turn on! I had fully charged it the day before and had not turned it on yet, so I was concerned it was broken. I popped it back on charge and took it off after a short time, but when I tried turning it on again.. it was fine. Soooo I fully charged it once more, went to use it the next day…. and sure enough, it didn’t turn on. It seemed my copy of the Joi Thrust 2 was unable to hold its charge for more than a few hours, an uncommon fault that I’ve seen a few times in sex toys. I got in touch with Honey Play Box right away, and whilst they were very shocked to learn of the issue, saying it’s something that has never occurred before, they were happy to organise a replacement. My new order was placed on the 16th of August, and this took a little bit longer, arriving on the 29th, although it was thankfully just as discreet. As for my new copy, it is exactly the same as the previous Joi Thrust 2, just without this fault. Additionally, one other difference is the storage bag, which is green and gold instead of just gold.

Charging

Honey Play Box Joi Thrust 2 charging

Charging the Honey Play Box Joi Thrust 2 is easy since it is USB rechargeable. As with my original Joi, you’ll just need to plug one end into a USB port and then place the other end over the metal plates on the back of the toy so that the two can connect magnetically, which is quite sturdy. Charging should then take 2 hours, with this giving you one hour of use, and the lights on the toy will flash when charging and then become steady once full. Sadly, these times are the complete opposite of the original Joi, meaning that the charging duration on this version has doubled whilst only providing half the runtime. Additionally, Honey Play Box recommends charging the toy before first use.

Controls

Speaking of opposites, it seems Honey Play Box have also decided to flip the controls on the Joi Thrust 2, not only confusing past OG Joi fans like me, but also making their placement less intuitive (since previously they were closest to the end they controlled). The symbols on them are still easy to read though, with the tongue-like symbol controlling the external arm and the two arrows controlling the thrusting. Then, another change is that whilst the original Joi had its two buttons work completely independently of one another, this product removes that ability and adds a stand-by mode, both of which are almost certainly because of it now being app-controllable. Thus, to turn the toy on or off you’ll want to hold down the thrusting button for two seconds. You can then continue clicking this button to cycle through the nine thrusting modes, with three of these being steady speeds and six being patterns, and at any point you may also use the tongue button to turn this side of the Joi Thrust 2 on, cycling through another nine modes which are the same as the thrusting. Additionally, as with my past two Honey Play Box toys, this product also uses pressure controls, which means that the tighter you squeeze the toy, the harder it vibrates (although this has yet to work in actual use). As usual, this functions nicely when in my hands, with any pressure applied to the bulb closest to the buttons resulting in the thrusting and tongue both running at varying steady speeds.

Honey Play Box Joi Thrust 2 controls

The App

It’s been five months since the last time I tried the Honey Play Box app, and in that time it seems like it’s been through a pretty big update! You can read my full and up-to-date thoughts on it at my Sex Toy App Review Round-Up, but the biggest new feature is definitely having inbuilt partner play. Previously you’d send a URL to prospective partners for them to control your toy via the web whilst you’re connected to the app, and whilst this was good in some respects, it was limiting in other ways, for instance your partner couldn’t communicate with you at the same time. Now, whilst this option remains, you can also connect to a partner within the app, and even video or voice call them at the same time. Plus, another update is Spotify integration, with it seamlessly controlling the toy through the music you play within the Spotify app. Unfortunately though, this new version of the app is also the most glitchy I have seen, and I struggled to run even basic functions within it, with almost every aspect of it breaking during my tests. Due to this, I have now reduced my overall rating of the app from 3/5 to 2/5, meaning that at its present state, it does not make for a very good companion for the Honey Play Box Joi Thrust 2. Additionally, when pairing both of my versions of this toy to the app for the first time, I had to wait a few minutes whilst it completed a software update, so this is something you’ll want to organise in advance so you aren’t waiting for it mid-session.

First Impressions

The first time I went to use the new Honey Play Box Joi Thrust 2 was also a huge disappointment… as I realised: where are the vibrations? Advertised as a vibrator and promoted as having “vibrating G-Spot stimulation”, including on the Honey Play Box website, the packaging, and in the instructions, it turns out that this toy does not feature any vibrations. What I realised instead is that most (but not all) references to vibrations mention the Joi Thrust 2 having “thrusting vibration patterns”, and so what I think Honey Play Box mean is that when the thrusting is activated, the toy does feel a bit like it is vibrating due to the movement of the shaft. At the end of the day though, this is not vibrations, and so I am extremely disheartened by this. Not to mention that the dual vibrations within the original Joi were one of the key aspects to it, and I was excited to see how these felt combined with the thrusting. As for the rest of the Honey Play Box Joi Thrust 2, the tongue is definitely more powerful than before, not only being physically larger but also more resistant to pressure. Plus, the thrusts also work nicely, with a good speed and extension range, even if they don’t really compare to other recent dual-stimulator thrusters like the ZALO Mose and YoYoLemon Rabbit. As for the noise level, this is definitely louder than the original Joi, not just the thrusting but the tongue too. However, considering thrusters are notorious for being loud, the Joi Thrust 2 is actually not too bad, which is a much needed win for this product.

My Experience

Honey Play Box Joi Thrust 2 with OG Joi
The Honey Play Box Joi Thrust 2 with my original Joi.

Even though the Honey Play Box Joi Thrust 2 looks the same as the original Joi at first glance, this newer toy actually has slightly different proportions. Mostly, it is larger, being longer and thicker in some areas, but when it comes to the shaft it is actually slimmer, with a maximum diameter of just 1.47″ / 3.7cm. This, combined with a more tapered head, helps with insertion, although since this is still a little large for an internal vibrator, warming up first with a smaller toy like the Funkit Toys NoFrillDo R aids further. Sliding it in, I then remember what I liked so much about the original Joi: its positioning. With the first bulb resting just before my A-Spot and the second under my G-Spot, the external arm then fits perfectly on my clitoris to complete the triple stimulation. It will require to be pushed forward a bit more than the original Joi though due to that increase in length, but this isn’t too much of a problem. Turning it on is then easy, and you can either hold it in place during the thrusting or tightly close your legs for hands-free play. Whilst I miss the vibrations, with their absence removing any chance for A- or G-Spot stimulation (which is a shame when the toy is so close!), the thrusting, which is something I previously had to do myself, is definitely a welcome addition and ultimately more stimulating to my insides than before. Plus, the upgrade to the external end can also be fully felt in use, with the tongue being much more stimulating and also far less prone to pausing or stopping entirely. Combing the two, I can then simply sit back and let the Joi Thrust 2 do its thing, with orgasms being both quicker and more powerful than on the original model. As for the pressure controls, as per usual these did not work at first. However, when connected to the app, I found that if I placed the sensitivity to 70, it finally started responding!!!!! This is my third Honey Play Box toy to have this function, and the first time I’ve actually gotten it to work accurately. It’s still not really that helpful since I need to be in that particular app menu, and I fail to even see the point of having the toy respond to my kegel movements, but at least it’s something.

Cleaning & Care

Cleaning the Honey Play Box Joi Thrust 2 is easy since it is waterproof. Just throw it in some warm soapy water when you’re done and give it a quick wash, although you might also want to go over the lines and ridges on it with a spare soapy toothbrush. You can then rinse it and leave to dry, before storing it in a zip-lock bag or the storage bag it came with to keep it clean. Furthermore, 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

Honey Play Box Joi Thrust 2 storage bags

False advertising isn’t a term I like to just throw around here. But it has been a continuing problem for Honey Play Box over the last few years, and the Joi Thrust 2 really feels like a culmination of that. This is a vibrator that doesn’t vibrate. A sex toy that offers pressure controls and vaginal temperature detection, even though neither work consistently. An app-controllable toy with an app that’s barely functioning. And let’s not forget that this is my second copy of the Joi Thrust 2, since the first couldn’t even hold a charge. I wish these were one-off issues, a small stumble for a company that has perhaps grown too rapidly. But instead this is just another in a long line of toys that fail to meet their product descriptions, and as a reviewer it makes me question whether I can continue to support such a brand. Thankfully, I did actually enjoy using this toy, which is certainly an improvement from my last Honey Play Box review, and whilst there are elements I miss from the original Joi, I certainly agree that this model is far superior. And besides, at the end of the day, this toy is called the Joi Thrust 2, and thrust it does. Plus, while it still has a long way to go before it reaches the level of many of my other thrusters (including last year’s Top 10 toy: the much cheaper YoYoLemon Rabbit), I can confidently say it is the best thruster with a clitoral tongue attachment I’ve tried so far (to be fair, the competition wasn’t exactly tough). Overall, I would caution anyone buying this toy for any of its app-related features, its pressure sensitivity, and, of course, the “vibrations”. But, if you were a fan of the original, or if the mix of flapping tongue and internal thrusting really speaks to you, then this is still a worthwhile option.

You can get the Joi Thrust 2 directly from Honey Play Box for just $135.99 AUD / $89.99 USD, plus use my code GRACE15 to get 15% OFF your total order!

Last updated: 18/9/24
Price at the time of writing: $135.99 AUD / $89.99 USD

As a fan of Honey Play Box’s Joi (so much so I even gave one away last year!), it’s been exciting to see this now award-winning vibrator get the love it deserves. And with the US-based brand unsurprisingly capitalising on this success, a number of follow-up toys have since been added to what is now the Joi collection. I wanted so badly to get my hands on either the Joi Pro or Joi Thrust when they first came out, with the former including a remote control and the latter offering thrusting and app compatibility, but prior obligations meant I was unable.…

Review: Honey Play Box Joi Thrust 2

Review: Honey Play Box Joi Thrust 2

2024-09-18

Grace





A good thruster dual-stimulator for those who enjoy flicking tongues, but should not be advertised as a vibrator. Pressure control also doesn’t really work.


Material – 100%


Design – 60%


Solo – 85%


Partner – 70%


Stimulator – 90%


Thrusting – 65%


Noise Level – 70%

77%

Good

A good thruster dual-stimulator for those who enjoy flicking tongues, but should not be advertised as a vibrator. Pressure control also doesn’t really work.

This post was sponsored by Honey Play Box, but as always, all opinions are my own. Affiliate links have been used in this post.








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Review: PlayfulSexToy Sam IV – Princess Previews



PlayfulSexToy Sam IV

I don’t know about you, but lately I’ve been seeing this kind of sex toy everywhere. A whole new breed of G-Spot vibrator, where the internal arm features a hollow area containing a flapping finger for additional stimulation whilst inside of you, my initial impression was to dismiss the whole thing as a novelty gag. But with it coming up again and again, and Honey Play Box just now receiving the patent for it (dubbing it “Kinky Finger” flapping technology), I knew I had to start taking it a bit more seriously. One of the biggest sellers of these “flappers”, my preferred term, is PlayfulSexToy, so when they recently came on board as one of my blog advertisers, I saw about reviewing one. Their signature line, Sam, combines this technology with an external arm to allow it work for dual-stimulation, and with four different generations available it was hard to know which one to pick. Ultimately though I had to go with PlayfulSexToy’s most recent release, the Sam IV.

The Brand

Before we jump in, I wanted to first introduce the brand, since it’s my first time reviewing for them. Based in Hong Kong, PlayfulSexToy is a relatively new sex toy retailer, launching in 2022. They have a wide array of white-label products available, including some brand names such as Satisfyer and Magic Wand, ensuring they always have something to suit you, no matter your taste. Committed to providing the best possible online shopping experience, they also offer discreet packaging, free returns, email and chat support, shipment tracking, and provide expert advice upon request. Part of that is their blog, where they cover all sorts of helpful topics regarding sex toys and their use. Plus, whilst PlayfulSexToy’s flat-rate shipping is already a reasonable $6.90 USD, they’ll also upgrade all orders over $49 USD to free shipping and take 20% OFF with my personal code GRACE20!

Product Description

PlayfulSexToy Sam IV flapper arm
Why does the head feature a huge seam?

Essentially a suction rabbit with a twist, the PlayfulSexToy Sam IV applies what the brand learnt from the previous three generations and refines it for their fourth iteration. Out of the other two, the Sam IV is definitely closest to the original though, with the core change being that this version has a more phallic head than its predecessor. An unusually long toy, even for a rabbit vibrator, the product is then 9.85″ / 25cm in length, with an insertable length of 5.5″ / 14cm and a maximum diameter of 1.65″ / 4.2cm, making it a little on the girthier side too. This thickness is focused around the start of the toy though, with that realistic head, and then as you travel down the shaft things start to get a bit weird, as this is where they have hollowed it out. It’s here you’ll find the flapping finger, and this is just a solid piece of flexible silicone, with a few small raised bumps at the top of the side facing the suction arm (these are quite subtle though, not at all as prominent as some of the photos on PlayfulSexToy’s website make it seem). While this internal arm is then totally firm, with the exception of the head which has a small amount of flex, the external one has some flexibility to it, with the suction nozzle being rimmed by some reflective gold plastic. More of this gold plating features at the back of the toy’s handle, whilst on the front you’ll find three buttons for which to control the Sam IV and two metal plates for the USB charging cord to connect to below. And at first glance, the only initial downsides are that very prominent and seemingly unnecessary seam connecting the shaft and head, and the area where the finger meets the toy, as this is not sealed in at all despite being an portion of the toy that is intended to be covered in bodily fluids, raising safety concerns. Finally, whilst my copy of the PlayfulSexToy Sam IV is made of purple silicone, it also comes in red.

Packaging

PlayfulSexToy Sam IV packaging

My order for the Sam IV was placed with PlayfulSexToy on the 18th of July and I received it on the 1st of August. The mailing bag was then 100% discreet, with no mention of who sent it or what was inside. The packaging for the toy itself is super basic, which is what I typically expect from white-label retailers, but considering there is a picture of the packaging on the PlayfulSexToy website which features a branded black box and the toy laying in a velvet-like material, that’s kinda what I thought I would get. Instead, this is an unbranded purple box made of cheap card, with some generic icons on the side and a sticker that seems to indicate this is the Sam III, even though it is definitely the IV. No text does mean this gets points for being discreet though, with the icon showing something vibrating (which honestly could refer to a lot of things) being the only indication it contains something NSFW. Opening this up, you’ll then find the toy resting in plastic, alongside its charging cord and instruction manual.

Unexpected Issues

Upon receiving the PlayfulSexToy Sam IV, I obviously had immediate concerns relating to the open hole where the flapping arm sticks out of. Yet the website prominently and repeatedly assured me that it was “100% waterproof and submersible”. So, I didn’t think too much of it when I briefly submerged the toy for cleaning before and after my first use. Sadly, as I soon learned from it constantly leaking for weeks afterwards and then no longer working, it seems the Sam IV is not waterproof. In fact, if you look closely at the fine print on their website and in the instruction manual, it is indeed listed as IPX6, which refers to a water-resistant item that can be splashed or placed under running water, but cannot be submerged.

As for what became of my Sam IV, it feels like water has become trapped in almost every area of the toy, particularly the gold plate on the handle and at the base of the flapper. I can even hear water within the head when I squeeze it! The bigger problem though, is that it also stopped working, no doubt due to the water damage. At first, the flapper began to malfunction, frequently not turning on or being difficult to control once activated. I thought I could manage initially, but then the suction arm also stopped working (it would make a noise, but the plate within would not actually move). Ultimately, I had to ask PlayfulSexToy for a replacement Sam IV, which they quickly organised on the 8th of October. Arriving on the 18th, once again the mailing box was discreet. As for the packaging, this was identical (I thought I might finally get the one they advertise on their website), whilst the toy itself has a few small visual differences, for instance the metal charging prongs are more prominent (making them more likely to scratch you) and the flapping arm’s hole is sealed a bit better.

Charging

PlayfulSexToy Sam IV charging
Quality control doesn’t seem to be PlayfulSexToy’s strong point. The charging plates on my replacement Sam IV stick out much further, and both feature scuffed edges along the reflective plastic.

Charging the PlayfulSexToy Sam IV should be easy since it is USB rechargeable. You just need to plug one end into a USB port and the other end will connect magnetically to the plates on the bottom of the toy. Unfortunately though these magnets are very weak and are prone to disconnecting on their own. Additionally, a problem I’ve been encountering in my replacement Sam IV, that did not occur in the previous model, is that the charging frequently doesn’t turn on even when connected properly, requiring me to keep reconnecting it till it works. Once successfully on charge, a light on the toy will then flash, becoming solid upon completion, and charging should take around 90 minutes to provide 60 minutes of use.

Controls

With three motors and three buttons on the PlayfulSexToy Sam IV, controlling it is relatively straightforward. Turning it off and on can be done by holding down the middle button with the power symbol on it for two seconds, with the toy initially going into a stand-by mode. After this, the toy’s motors are controlled independently, with the middle button controlling the G-spot vibrations, the top button controlling the flapper, and the bottom button controlling the suction. I do feel the suction and vibrations buttons could have been switched though, or perhaps had originally intended to be, as it is the suction button that features the traditional vibrations symbol, making this a bit confusing. All three motors can then be used together or separately, and all of them feature the same seven modes, three being steady speeds and four being patterns. Holding down the suction or flapper buttons, you can then turn these off without affecting the rest of the toy, but you won’t be able to turn off the vibrations without turning off the Sam IV entirely.

PlayfulSexToy Sam IV controls

First Impressions

I’ve been around for plenty of new sex toy developments, from the Zumio to the Womanizer, and all of them I initially laughed at. But no new style of toy has looked more ridiculous to me than the flapper. Mostly because I was quite certain that whilst it looks good on the outside, inside you won’t be able to feel a thing. Still, I was ready to once again be proven wrong, and turning on the flapper for the first time I was pleased to see just how much force is behind it, being genuinely a bit painful if I wrap my hand around it, kind of like a tiny whip hitting me repeatedly. Unfortunately though it seems the included vibrations and suction aren’t helping the Sam IV’s prospects, with the former being buzzy and fairly weak, and the latter actually being a knock-off version I tend to call tap suction (since it uses a vibrating plate within the nozzle rather than the technology brands like Womanizer and Satisfyer use. It can still feel good, but it is also dangerous if the plate hits your clitoris). As for the noise level, this isn’t actually too bad despite everything that’s going on here, with the flapping arm actually being the loudest element, which works nicely considering this is greatly reduced once inserted.

My Experience

With such low expectations, they could really only go up. Yet even I wasn’t prepared for how much I would love the PlayfulSexToy Sam IV in use. Being fairly thick for a rabbit vibrator, insertion is initially a little slow, and I sometimes find it even helps to first warm up with a smaller dildo, such as the Funkit Toys NoFrillDo R. But once inside, I find that the large and subtly curved head hits all the right notes, as it glides past my G-Spot towards my A-Spot. Of course, it was the flapper that I was most interested in, and you’ll be surprised to learn (I certainly was) that not only can this little piece of silicone be felt within me, but that it’s very stimulating. Effectively working to slap my G-Spot again and again, it may not be anywhere near amazing as manually thrusting a G-Spot vibrator or dildo against it, but for a hands-free version it absolutely works, perhaps even more so than the toys with an in-built “come hither” arm, since these are usually quite slow. Plus, in order to place the suction arm over my clitoris I need to keep the Sam IV relatively still, and so if it wasn’t for the flapper I wouldn’t be getting any G-Spot stimulation anyway. On that note, the suction arm is a little difficult to position, but once you manage to create a seal, keeping it there is fairly easy, and can even be used hands-free if you close your legs around the toy. It’s not the best clitoral stimulation ever, and I would certainly prefer more than three steady speeds, but it’s not bad either and with all of the other sensations going on I don’t really notice. Then, whilst the internal vibrations are the least stimulating element, they still add another dimension during play, and using all three modes together results in some very fast, strong and satisfying orgasms that make me want to just keep coming back for more. Which makes it extra disappointing that I cannot…

Cleaning & Care

PlayfulSexToy Sam IV issues
There are small tears around the flapping finger’s opening, to make matters worse.

The open seal around the flapping arm and its ability to trap water and bodily fluids is easily the worst part of the PlayfulSexToy Sam IV. In fact, I would go so far as to say that it presents such a big problem that I don’t feel this toy is safe for use, or at the very least it cannot be cleaned adequately enough after use in order to return it to a body-safe condition. This would be true even if it were waterproof, but removing the ability to submerge it definitely complicates matters even further. Plus, even though I’ve been very careful with my replacement Sam IV, making sure to only rinse it under a running stream of water, it too has begun leaking fluids, meaning this toy may not even be water-resistant, which is the bare minimum for an insertable toy. If one had to use it, the only option would be to not insert it past the open seal, yet even this is not an option for me since I must fully insert it for the suction arm to reach my clitoris.

Final Thoughts

Lately I’ve received quite a few messages asking about G-Spot vibrators with the ability to move back and forth in the classic “come hither” fashion. But whilst I have reviewed one a long time ago, my answer is that unfortunately LELO now holds the patent for it with their Wave range, and not only are their toys very overpriced in my opinion, but they are also not a company I support morally. It kind of sucks, especially when I want to be able to help people find their dream toy. Well, now I know why I’ve been seeing these flappers everywhere, and why it was such a big deal when Honey Play Box patented them. Because they do practically the same thing as the “come hither” toys, but better. And once again I’ve laughed at a new innovation in sex toy technology that could change this industry. That is, of course, if someone manages to actually offer it in a way that is safe, and that doesn’t break almost immediately. This was sadly what let the PlayfulSexToy Sam IV down, because whilst I thoroughly enjoyed testing it out, with it easily being one of the better suction rabbits I have tried, I just don’t feel safe using it again. And it is for this reason that I obviously cannot recommend it.

You can get the Sam IV directly from PlayfulSexToy for just $117 AUD / $75.9 USD, plus use my code GRACE20 to get 20% OFF your total order!

Last updated: 25/10/24
Price at the time of writing: $117 AUD / $75.9 USD

I don’t know about you, but lately I’ve been seeing this kind of sex toy everywhere. A whole new breed of G-Spot vibrator, where the internal arm features a hollow area containing a flapping finger for additional stimulation whilst inside of you, my initial impression was to dismiss the whole thing as a novelty gag. But with it coming up again and again, and Honey Play Box just now receiving the patent for it (dubbing it “Kinky Finger” flapping technology), I knew I had to start taking it a bit more seriously. One of the biggest sellers of these “flappers”,…

Review: PlayfulSexToy Sam IV

Review: PlayfulSexToy Sam IV

2024-10-25

Grace





I’m surprised to say that the internal flapping technology worked a treat, making this a great dual-stimulator. But with a gaping hole in the middle of the shaft, this toy is sadly unsafe for further use.


Material – 100%


Design – 0%


Solo – 90%


Partner – 60%


Suction – 70%


Vibrations – 60%


Flapper – 80%


Noise Level – 70%

66%

Good

I’m surprised to say that the internal flapping technology worked a treat, making this a great dual-stimulator. But with a gaping hole in the middle of the shaft, this toy is sadly unsafe for further use.

This post was sponsored by PlayfulSexToy, but as always, all opinions are my own. Affiliate links have been used in this post.








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