After close to ten years in this industry and in the era of TikTok, I really should know to stop trying to predict sex toy trends. From the rose toys that the internet was going crazy for a few years ago to that unfortunate (and dangerous) crystal egg fad, sex toy microtrends come and go. The latest seems to be this lemon-shaped toy by Hello Nancy, known as the Lem, which I received to review.
Viral Lemon Clitoral Suction Toy: What is the Hello Nancy Lem?

The Lem by Hello Nancy is a small clitoral suction toy shaped like, well, a lemon. It measures a petite 3″ in total length and has a small nozzle at one end that sits over the clit and stimulates it via suction-like air pulses.
The Lem is made body-safe silicone in (unsurprisingly) lemon yellow. It is rechargeable, with a 90 minute charge giving around 2 hours of runtime, and IPX7 waterproof, i.e. submersible.
With a score of 4.7/5 over almost 2000 reviews on TrustPilot, and hundreds of social media posts dedicated to extolling its virtues, this little toy has been a big hit. But what did I think of it in use?
Hello Nancy Lemon Review: What I Liked
As is customary around here, let’s begin with what I liked about the Hello Nancy Lem.
- It looks like a lemon! Which is just so random and silly I can’t help but be slightly charmed by it. I’m not convinced by the argument that this makes it “discreet” (who keeps a lemon in their nightstand?) but then again I’m the sort of person who uses improbably enormous dildos as desk ornaments/paperweights, so I’m probably not the target market when it comes to discretion.
- It came attractively packaged in Hello Nancy’s signature hot pink and yellow packaging. While I thought the size of the box was a bit excessive for such a small toy, it’s all cardboard so it is recyclable. A storage bag was also provided.

- The 8 constant suction speeds are well-spaced and offer a nice gradually-increasing intensity.
- The actual sensation is decent. The suction has a good depth and feels very smooth. The power level is also excellent, particularly on the top few settings.
- The Hello Nancy Lem is pretty quiet, if that matters to you. Its noise level is on a par with some of the higher-end clitoral suction toys on the market, and significantly quieter than many traditional vibrators.
What I Didn’t Like

- The nozzle is far too small. It measures only 1cm across (less than half an inch). I don’t have a particularly large external clit, but I still found this toy’s nozzle too small to enclose it properly.
- The edges of the nozzle are a little too thin and firm to be entirely comfortable for me. I prefer a broader, squishier nozzle rim.
- I don’t find it particularly comfortable to hold. Though it’s petite and light, the shape makes my hand start to ache after a few minutes.
- Almost no-one likes patterns even in traditional vibrators. Is literally anyone using them on a suction toy? The four inbuilt patterns are completely unnecessary and just make the user experience more annoying.
- Speaking of which, and I know regular readers just knew I was going to complain about this: the damn single button interface! A toy that costs well over £100 should have dual-directional controls at the very least.
Hello Nancy Lem Lemon Toy Review: Verdict
Ultimately, I think this is a fine but not great product that’s coasting along a little too much on a cute aesthetic. I suspect it’s a combination of the cuteness factor and the fact that there are countless really bad toys out there that has so many people thinking this is the best thing ever.

Or maybe I’m just absurdly picky when it comes to toys. I’ve been making a living evaluating them for a decade so, you know, that might well be the case.
The Lem is an average clitoral suction toy that has a fun aesthetic and gets the job done, but at £139/$169 at full price, is probably kinda overpriced for what it is. It’s a beginner-friendly design, but not really an entry-level price. Can I get off with it? Yes. Is it going to become a staple favourite? No.
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I received this product in exchange for an honest review. All views are my own. Affiliate links appear in this post.













































