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[Toy Review] Lovehoney Happy Rabbit Thrusting Realistic Rabbit Vibrator

Published on by Amy

I approached this Lovehoney Happy Rabbit Thrusting review with some trepidation. I haven’t had the best relationship with rabbit vibrators up until now. For every one I love there are ten I hate and several I feel indifferent towards. There are three main reasons for this:

First, I don’t like internal vibrations. I find them uncomfortable or even painful, rarely pleasurable.

Second, most rabbit vibrators treat the clit as an afterthought, putting the weakest and buzziest vibrations in the rabbit “ears.”

Finally, the design of rabbit vibrators means that most of them will only work for a small number of bodies. Unless you have exactly the vagina-to-clit distance the designer envisioned, the toy probably won’t work as intended for you.

With that said, let’s look at the Thrusting Rabbit from the Lovehoney Happy Rabbit range.

Lovehoney Happy Rabbit Thrusting

The Thrusting Happy Rabbit is a hot pink rabbit-style vibrator with a thrusting shaft and two vibrating ears. It measures 9″ in total length and 5″ in insertable length. Its shaft has a diameter of 1.5″. It is fully waterproof and submersible, and USB rechargeable with a 150-minute charge giving 120 minutes of runtime.

Every toy in the Happy Rabbit range is made from body-safe silicone. A far cry from the horrible jelly things that everyone went mad for after that episode of Sex & the City aired 20 years ago.

Happy Rabbit Thrusting Vibrator: What I Liked

Let’s not bury the lede here: this toy gave me an orgasm, and it did so in under five minutes. Not an insignificant feat for any toy, and for a rabbit vibrator it’s downright impressive.

Lovehoney Happy Rabbit thrusting vibrator in hot pink
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The Lovehoney Happy Rabbit Thrusting’s main selling point is, obviously, the thrusting mechanism. And, I have to say, it is excellent. There are three thrusting speeds to choose from, and personally I preferred the slowest. I found the higher speeds a little too intense to be pleasurable, but “hard pounding” has never really been my thing. Your mileage may vary.

The rabbit ears are thick and firm, and have a massive fifteen different vibration settings to choose from. I like that the clitoral arm has some flexibility, so you can maneuver it to fit with your body, but isn’t so flexible that getting any kind of pressure is impossible. The vibrations themselves are moderately powerful, if not exactly “blow your socks off.” I also love that the shaft doesn’t vibrate, just the ears.

What I Didn’t Like

The main downside of the Lovehoney Happy Rabbit is the sound. While I wouldn’t exactly describe it as “loud” in the true sense, the thrusting mechanism makes a noise I can best describe as “squeaking.” I could just about tune it out long enough to get off, but it’s a significant distraction and not a pleasant sensory experience.

Lovehoney Happy Rabbit thrusting vibrator in hot pink
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The buttons are also pretty annoying. There are two buttons: one for the thrusting motion and one for the vibrating ears. Having to scroll all the way through fifteen settings to go back a step is frustrating. It breaks my flow in use and is not something I’d expect from a toy at this kind of price-point.

Finally, cleaning the Happy Rabbit Thrusting is a pain. Those little creases around the thrusting mechanism are traps for bodily fluids and bacteria.

Verdict: Did the Thrusting Rabbit Make Me Happy?

Overall, I was surprised by how much I liked the Lovehoney Happy Rabbit Thrusting. Despite my complaints about the noise, buttons, and germ-trap silicone creases, please don’t forget that this toy got me off in under five minutes. Its design is good, the thrusting motion is excellent, and the vibrating ears don’t appear to be an afterthought.

If you enjoy dual stimulation but prefer thrusting to internal vibrations, this could be a good option for you.

The Happy Rabbit Thrusting retails for £99.99 from Lovehoney UK and $139.99 from Lovehoney US. It is also available from Good Vibes, Babeland, and Sex Toys UK.

Thanks to Lovehoney for sending me the Thrusting Happy Rabbit vibrator to review. All views are mine. Affiliate links appear in this post.

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[Toy Review] Lovehoney Humdinger

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Recently I’ve been trying to test and recommend more affordable sex toys. Obviously I love the high-end products I’m lucky enough to try out, but those toys are simply out of budget for a lot of folks. Fortunately, you don’t need to spend a lot of cash to get a decent and body-safe toy. Silicone, glass, and hard plastic sex toys are coming down in price all the time. Today we’re looking at the Humdinger, a surprisingly well-designed and versatile plastic vibrator by Lovehoney that retails for just £24.99/$34.99.

Lovehoney Humdinger: Rechargeable Plastic Vibrator

Let’s ignore the silly name for a minute, shall we?

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The Lovehoney Humdinger is a plastic clitoral vibrator with a cup-shaped tip on one side and a small, rigid nodule on the other. It measures 7.5″ in total length and about 1″ in diameter. I received an earlier iteration of this toy which was battery-operated, but Lovehoney has now upgraded the Humdinger to make it rechargeable. You’ll get around 50 minutes use from a full charge, which isn’t a great battery life.

The Humdinger is made of ABS plastic. Hard plastic sex toys are body-safe, non-porous, and easy to keep clean. This toy is also waterproof and submersible.

Lovehoney Humdinger: In-Use

The Humdinger has a simple one-button interface. While the rest of the vibrator is made of plastic, the button is silicone. While this is pretty standard, I have to say I preferred the old twist design, which allowed for finer control over the speed as well as dual-directional controls. It has 3 steady speeds and 7 patterns.

Woman's hand holding Lovehoney sex toys Humdinger, a purple plastic vibrator with a cup tip on one end and small hard nodule on the other
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The best thing about the Humdinger for me, by far, is the shape of the tip. The cup design surrounds the entire clit, stimulating the glans, hood, and surrounding area. The nodule on the back is also great for more pinpoint stimulation. If you’re looking to experiment with different types of clitoral stimulation, the Humdinger is a surprisingly versatile toy for the price.

Power-wise, the Humdinger is mid-range in both intensity and rumbles. Plastic sex toys transmit vibrations particularly well, meaning you don’t get the “dampening” effect silicone can sometimes create. The downside is that it’s somewhat loud compared to many toys of a similar power level.

Humdinger Plastic Clitoral Vibrator: Verdict

The Humdinger is a good pick for folks looking for decent clitoral stimulation on a budget. The excellent shape, versatility, decent vibrations, and affordable price-point help to offset the annoying controls, loud motor, and mediocre battery life.

The Humdinger is available from Lovehoney UK and Lovehoney US. Use code AFF-COFFKINK10 to get 10% off your entire order.

Thanks to Lovehoney for sending me this product to review. Affiliate links appear in this post. All views are mine.

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[Toy Review] Hot Octopuss Atom Cock Ring

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The purpose of a cock ring is simple: by constricting blood flow out of the penis, enabling a stronger and more consistent erection. Vibrating cock rings have built on this by adding stimulation for the wearer and, if worn during penetrative sex, for their partner. It’s a simple premise, but one that is so often executed really badly. Would the Hot Octopuss Atom, the so-called “next generation in cock rings,” break the mold? I received one to review, so let’s find out.

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Hot Octopuss Atom

The Hot Octopuss Atom is a stretchy black silicone ring. There’s a large contact area with a raised nub at one end, designed to sit against the clitoris of the wearer’s partner during penetrative sex. The Atom is adorned with a simple silver-coloured plastic band featuring the speed buttons and the company’s crown logo. The company name is also stamped into the silicone. A drawstring storage bag is provided.

The Atom is USB rechargeable and waterproof. It has five vibration patterns as well as constant vibrations, each of which can be used on any of five speeds.

A word for those with girthier cocks: you’re gonna need lube, friends! This ring’s diameter is only about 1.5″. It is stretchy to accommodate most sizes, but getting it on can be a challenge if you’re not adequately lubricated.

Hot Octopuss Atom Review: What We Loved

Mr C&K and I tested out this toy together. Let’s start with the things we liked.

Most importantly, the Hot Octopuss Atom boasts by far the strongest vibrations I have ever felt from a cock-ring. They are powerful, rumbly, and satisfying on all levels. I love the additional clitoral contact and focused stimulation provided by the “nub.”

Ultimately, I’m unlikely to have an orgasm from a vibrating cock ring used in the traditional way. Unless my partner puts their penis inside me and then just sort of stays still, there isn’t the level of sustained clitoral contact required to get me there. So I have learned to manage my expectations. Even so, it adds an enjoyable extra later of stimulation for both of us.

It was also tight enough to actually have the desired effect of allowing my partner to maintain a stronger, harder and longer-lasting erection.

What We Didn’t Love

The biggest problem with this toy, from my perspective, is in the placement of the buttons. The two speed buttons are situated on either end of the plastic band across the top of the toy. This means that changing the settings during penetrative sex is difficult and will almost certainly interrupt your flow. We had to pause to look more closely at which button was which, and then to switch settings. This could be easily remedied with a remote control.

There is also quite a large seam where the plastic band connects to the main body of the toy. This area could easily be a germ trap, harbouring fluids and bacteria, so take the time to clean it properly.

Atom or Atom Plus?

Hot Octopuss actually released two cock-rings last year, the Atom and the Atom Plus. Though I have not reviewed the Plus, I will tell you what I know about it to help you make an informed decision. The main differences between the Atom and Atom Plus are:

  • The Atom features one motor primarily designed for clitoral stimulation, while the Atom Plus has two. The second motor offers stimulation of the perineum, the area between the testicles and anus, which is extremely pleasurable for many people.
  • The Atom is worn around the shaft of the penis, whereas the Plus fits around both the penis and testicles.
  • The Plus is, of course, physically bigger and more expensive (at the time of writing it retails for £69.95 to the Atom’s £49.95.)

Hot Octopuss Atom Review: Verdict

There are far too few quality, body-safe toys with good motors on the market for people with penises. Hot Octopuss are ahead of the curve in redressing that balance. If you’re looking for some additional clitoral stimulation during penetrative sex, or if you’ve tried vibrating cock rings in the past and found their motors too weak for you, give the Atom a try.

Mr C&K concluded that the Hot Octopuss Atom is “hands down the best cock-ring I have ever used!”

The Hot Octopuss Atom is available directly from the manufacturer as well as from retailers such as Shevibe, Good Vibes, Babeland, and The Pleasure Garden.

Thank you to Hot Octopuss for sending me the Atom cock ring to review. All views are mine. Affiliate links appear in this post.

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[Toy Review] VēDO Toys Izzy Lay-On Vibrator

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VēDO Toys produces a range of sex toys for all types of bodies, all of which are made of silicone and have a seamless finish. The VēDO Izzy is one of the company’s new line for 2018. The first thing that struck me about this range? How affordable it is. The Izzy retails for $45.99 (just under £5.)

What is the VēDO Toys Izzy?

The Izzy is a small lay-on clitoral vibrator measuring 3.8″ in length and 1.1″ wide. It has a flexible, curved body designed to lie flush against the vulva and a pronounced nub at the end of the shaft for more targeted clitoral stimulation. It comes violet (the colour I received) and turquoise.

VeDo Toys Izzy pink lay-on vibrator
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The Izzy is USB-rechargeable with a running time of around an hour, submersible in water, and equipped with a travel lock. It is made of soft and body-safe silicone. Its petite size makes it comfortable to hold, fitting neatly into the palm of your hand. It’s worth noting that some reviewers have mentioned issues with the battery life, with the Izzy dying after a short amount of running time, though I haven’t encountered these problems personally.

VēDO Toys Izzy Review: In Use

The Izzy has a simple one-button interface built into the silicone. You press the button once to switch it on, press again to cycle through the various different settings, and hold it down to switch the toy off. I don’t love single-button interface toys because having to cycle all the way back through the settings to go back a step is really annoying. I’d have preferred up/down buttons.

The Izzy has 10 modes of vibration including 3 constant speeds. You’ll likely know by now that I don’t really care for patterns. I’m much more a “constant vibrations” girl. However, if you do like patterns, Izzy gives you a decent range to choose from.

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The VēDO Toys Izzy’s shape is excellent. I particularly like that it allows for multiple ways of using it. You can lay the toy on your vulva, place the vibrator on the bed and straddle or grind against it, or hold the tip or side against your clit or any other body part you’d like to stimulate.

The nub on the end of the shaft is really what takes the Izzy from “okay “fine” to “good” for me. If you enjoy targeted and semi-pinpoint clitoral stimulation or want to experiment with it alongside broader all-over vibrations, this toy is a great starting point.

The VēDO Toys Izzy is also reasonably quiet, given its strength.

Surprisingly Powerful for the Price

I’ve been disappointed by so many clitoral vibrators, including (especially!) those claiming to be “super powerful”, that I rarely expect much from them at this point. This is particularly true for toys at lower price-points.

The Izzy’s vibrations, though, are pretty damn good for the price! They’re also not too buzzy. For those for whom a comparison is useful, this toy is not as strong or rumbly as the We-Vibe Tango but is about on a par with the Je Joue MiMi.

VēDO Toys Izzy: Verdict

The VēDO Izzy is definitely one of the better budget vibrators I’ve tried. The quality is excellent for the price point, with a great shape design and a good motor. You can buy the Izzy from Shevibe or Sex Toys UK.

I received this product free of charge in exchange for an honest review. Affiliate links appear in this post. All views are mine.

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[Toy Review] Zumio X

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As a lover of intense clitoral stimulation, I’ve wanted to test and review a Zumio X – the original Zumio product that started it all – ever since I first learned about them. It’s unlikely I’d ever have bought one at full price, though. They’re expensive and I had no idea if it would actually work for me.

Anyone who has been reading my work for any length of time knows that I am frequently annoyed by sex toy marketing claims. Zumio created some waves by claiming that this toy will make anyone with a clitoris orgasm in 60 seconds or less. Dangerous Lilly has covered in detail why this is problematic, so I don’t feel a need to go into it in depth. However, I will admit to really hoping the claims were accurate in my case.

Zumio X: Details

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The Zumio X is an ultra-pinpoint clitoral stimulator. It looks a bit like a purple electric toothbrush, and has a very thin, plastic rod tip known as a SpiroTIP which “whirls around in tiny circles”. It’s designed to mimic the movement of a finger circling the clit, only… more, faster, and harder.

The Zumio X measures 7″ long and is made primarily of body-safe ABS plastic. It is IPX6 waterproof and rechargeable via a convenient little stand. First point in the “cons” column: charging this thing takes sixteen hours. Even with a pretty decent runtime of around 4 hours on a full charge (supposedly – more on that in a minute), that it still absolutely bonkers.

I’m normally very blasé about sex toy storage, but given how thin the Zumio X’s tip is, I’m a bit nervous about it getting broken in storage. You probably don’t want to throw this one in a drawer or box with a lot of other things. Other reviewers have noted that the Zumio is surprisingly fragile and easily damaged given the price point, so be careful with it.

Zumio X Review: In Use

The Zumio X is about as pinpoint as pinpoint stimulation can get. The tip is also very hard. It definitely does not feel even remotely like a finger. It feels like exactly what it is: a rigid little ball of plastic. I started off on the lowest setting, but quickly discovered the main problem with this toy: the hard plastic tip directly on my clit is intense to the point of painful.

I eventually solved the problem by using the toy through my underwear. This allowed me to enjoy the intensity but dampen it just enough to minimise overstimulation-induced pain. Though I managed to orgasm in this way (eventually), it’s a pretty major downside for me. I don’t usually want to have to keep my knickers on when I’m trying to get off.

Zumio X official product image
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Contrary to those lofty “orgasm in 60 seconds” claims, the Zumio is a slow-build toy for me. I pretty much have to stop and start a lot, or I start getting overstimulated and annoyed. I’m also not sure I like just how pinpoint it is. Though I enjoy direct clitoral stimulation, I also usually like at least something to be happening to the surrounding area as well. Wand vibrators, for example, stimulate the entire vulva and the internal clit, not just the visible bit on the surface.

It’s also almost impossible to apply any pressure to my vulva with the Zumio X. If I try to, the spinning motion either slows down or stops entirely. So if you’re someone who likes to press a toy against your body, look elsewhere.

Other Things to Be Aware Of

The user interface consists of three simple buttons, and the Zumio X has 8 constant speed settings. I did enjoy not having to contend with patterns. The button placement is a bit weird until you realise it’s more effective to hold the Zumio X as you’d hold a pencil.

Surprisingly (but pleasantly so), given this toy’s intensity, very little of its movement is transmitted through the handle. I suspect this is because the Zumio X doesn’t technically vibrate but oscillates.

Zumio X Review: Verdict

The Zumio X is a genuinely innovative toy and different to anything else currently on the market. For that, at least, I commend it. As a toy, though, I loved it far less than I thought I would.

I wouldn’t exactly say I don’t recommend the Zumio X. It’s more that I recommend it to a very specific subset of people. If you like extremely pinpoint clitoral stimulation, don’t get overstimulated easily, and enjoy intensity but don’t need pressure, the Zumio X might be for you.

You can buy the Zumio X from SheVibe, Good Vibes, or Babeland, where it currently retails for $110/£83.

Thanks to Zumio for sending me this product in exchange for an honest review. As always, all opinions are entirely my own. Affiliate links appear in this post.

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[Toy Review] Vibratex Magic Wand Original AKA “The Hitachi”

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Yes, it’s finally time for a Magic Wand (formerly the Hitachi Magic Wand or simply “Hitachi”) review! Readers and workshop participants often ask me for wand vibrator recommendations, and I did not feel as though I could give a fully informed opinion without trying the so-called “Cadillac of vibrators.” The Magic Wand Original is notoriously hard to come by in the UK. However, a kind US contact was able to hook me up.

The Magic Wand is the toy that started it all when it comes to wand-style massagers. This product was originally sold as a “personal massager” for sore muscles. It was Betty Dodson – artist, educator, masturbation connoisseur, and inimitable vibrator peddler extraordinaire – who popularised the Magic Wand as a tool for masturbation. Since then, there have been countless copycats and imitations, plenty of them terrible and some of them even unsafe. But the Magic Wand still reigns supreme as the most famous and sought-after vibrator of them all.

The Magic Wand Original wand vibrator

Okay, that’s enough of a history lesson. Let’s crack on with the review.

The Magic Wand Original comes packaged in a simple blue and white box with a picture of the product on the outside. This has changed remarkably little from the original packaging of the 1960s, except that the “Hitachi” name has been removed. (The company removed their name from the product in 2013, though continued to manufacture it after persuasion from distributor Vibratex).

The Magic Wand is 12″ long in total and weighs 540g. This puts it on the heavier side. If you struggle to hold heavy things or have a condition such as arthritis, you may want to take the weight and size of the thing into account. A good option for those who want to use a powerful wand but struggle to hold or manipulate it is to use a wand mount.

Vibratex (Formerly Hitachi) Magic Wand Original Review: Details

The body of the Magic Wand Original is made of plastic. The head appears to be PVC, though some retailers list it as TPE. Either way, the material is likely to be somewhat porous. This means it will harbour bacteria and is impossible to truly 100% clean. What this means, in practice, is that your Magic Wand probably won’t last forever. It also means you shouldn’t share it without a barrier.

One option is to buy an attachment made of silicone. Alternatively, if you upgrade to the Magic Wand Rechargeable, the head of that one is silicone.

This is a mains-operated toy and comes with a cable measuring approximately 5 feet in length. If you’re outside of North America, you’ll need a suitable converter to use it safely in your location.

Wand Review: So, Does the Famed “Hitachi” Live Up To Its Name?

I’m sure what anyone reading a Magic Wand review really wants to know is “is it actually as powerful as people say?” Fans of the Magic Wand like to say it has 2 settings: High, and Holy-Fucking-Shit.

So yes, if what you want is power and a lot of it, this toy delivers. There are no patterns and no finely graded settings, so if that’s what you need, give this one a miss. But for pure power alone, it’s a solid bet. 

The Magic Wand’s vibrations felt rumbly and penetrating. It’s loud, but then again most wands are. Someone in the next room can easily hear it, so bear this in mind if you’ve got roommates or family at home. Discreet this thing is not.

The Magic Wand Original is operated by a simple one-button interface.

Perhaps surprisingly, though, my overall review of the Magic Wand Original isn’t an unqualified and glowing endorsement. Powerful? Yes. But despite that, I found myself annoyed by both the softness of the head and the flexibility of the neck. When I’m playing with a really powerful toy like this one, I want to be able to push it hard against my vulva and feel the vibrations everywhere.  The bendy neck made it difficult to get the level of purchase I really desired.

Magic Wand Original Review Verdict: Worth the Hype?

The Magic Wand Original is perhaps the most hyped sex toy of all time, and tends to retail for between $70 and $90 depending on the retailer. Is it worth it?

Yes and no.

The Magic Wand Original is a very powerful toy. However, if you’ve got this kind of money to throw at a wand vibe, I have to say that I think the Doxy is a better investment. The Magic Wand Original loses major points from me for the porous head and the overly flexible neck.

In the final analysis? I enjoyed it just fine, but I was less blown away than I hoped and expected to be. I’d like to review the Magic Wand Rechargeable to see how that stacks up, so get in touch if you can hook me up.

The Magic Wand Original is available from Good Vibes, Babeland, and Lovehoney US.

Thanks to my contact who enabled this Magic Wand review by sending me the product from the US. This post contains affiliate links. All views are mine.

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[Toy Review] BOB Pink Allure Wand

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Regular readers will know by now that I love wand vibrators. I’m pretty much obsessed with them. No other toys hit the spot for me in quite the same way. So I was pretty excited when Too Timid toys offered me their Allure Wand vibrator to review.

When I first received this toy and wrote the review, this toy was named the BOB Allure Wand. BOB stands for (wait for it) “battery operated boyfriend.” To which, I just… no. nope. Absolutely the fuck not.

Say it with me: toys are not boyfriends! Toys are not replacements for partners! Sex toys and partners occupy completely different spaces and functions in a person’s life! Mercifully, several years later, this godforsaken stupid name seems to have been ditched and now it’s just the “Allure Wand.” Much better.

Too Timid Toys Allure Wand Review: Details

My first impression of the Too Timid Allure Wand when I took it out of the packaging is that it’s really, really light. Ridiculously light for its size, really. This could be a really significant plus for those who find the heavier models too cumbersome.

TooTimid Allure Wand, a pink plastic wand vibrator with 3 buttons, a silicone head, and a white power cable
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The Allure Wand is mains powered and the cord is a massive 9ft long. The toy itself is about 12″ long and the classic wand shape. It boasts 20 different speeds and pattern settings.

Sadly, the epic array of settings, long cord, and light weight are about all the positive things I can say about this wand. In use, I found it… mediocre and forgettable, if I’m being generous.

The head has a silicone cap, which is body-safe. (It’s definitely silicone, it passed the flame test.) It’s a really weird silicone, though. It feels what I can only describe as rough and grainy. Under the silicone cap are foam inserts, for some reason. I suspect this is a money-saving technique but the overall effect is of the product being cheap and low-quality, not to mention unsanitary. Those inserts are bacteria traps from hell, seriously. The body is ABS plastic.

As of 2025, the Allure Wand retails for $99.95 at TooTimid. At around $20 more expensive than the iconic Magic Wand Original, this is ludicrously expensive for such a low quality product.

Too Timid Wand Review: In Use

I can juuuuuuust about get off with the Allure Wand if I crank it up to the top setting, but it’s not a toy I find enjoyable or pleasurable to use. The vibrations are reasonably strong but they’re also very buzzy. After a while, my vulva and clit felt semi-numb and tingly. It took me about 40 minutes to orgasm with it, which is a pretty poor show for a wand vibe (the good ones can get me off in two on a good day.)

Since I feel like I need to find something positive to say in my first Too Timid review, the Allure Wand’s buttons are intuitively placed, press easily, and make a nice satisfying “click”. The flexible neck is really annoying to me because I like to be able to press a toy hard against my body, but for others it might be a nice touch. This is purely a matter of preference.

The noise level is reasonable. However, I did notice that the head got a little warm after about 30 minutes of continuous use, so you might want to bear this in mind if you like to use your wands for lengthy sessions.

Too Timid Allure Wand: Verdict

Overall, I’m incredibly unimpressed. This toy is poorly made, poor quality, and hilariously overpriced. It feels like it’s about to either fall apart or catch fire any second. Safe to say it did not rock my world.

Looking for a great wand vibrator? The We-Vibe Wand 2, Lovense Domi 2, or anything by Doxy are great choices.

Thanks to Too Timid for sponsoring this review! All views are, and will always be, my own.

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[Toy Review] Je Joue MiMi

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If you’ve been reading my reviews for any amount of time, you will understand that serious power is a big deal for me when it comes to vibrators. I’ve heard Je Joue‘s toys referenced on multiple occasions as being good picks for power fans, but this is the first time I’ve got to try one out for myself. This week, The Pleasure Garden sex toy shop sent me the Je Joue MiMi to review.

Je Joue Mimi: Sex Toy Details

The Je Joue MiMi is a small (8.2 x 5cm), pebble-shaped silicone clitoral vibrator weighing just 78g. It’s so small, in fact, it sits comfortably in my palm. The MiMi is rechargeable via a magnetic USB cable. It is also waterproof and submersible.

Je Joue Mimi sex toy in its box
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Made from soft body-safe silicone, the MiMi is available in purple, pink, lilac, and black. It superficially looks quite similar to the Lovehoney Desire Clitoral Vibrator, but (spoiler alert) it’s way better.

In Use

As soon as I turned this petite little sex toy on in the palm of my hand, I knew I was going to be impressed with the Je Joue MiMi. Even on the lowest setting, the vibrations felt impressively rumbly.

Je Joue Mimi pebble vibrator in pink
Je Joue Mimi pebble vibrator in purple

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When I pressed this toy to my clit, I reached orgasm in less than a minute. Granted, there was some significant warm-up involved, but even so this is an impressive feat. It has 5 vibration patterns and 5 levels of intensity, starting with that low rumble I mentioned and building up to some impressively powerful higher settings.

The Je Joue MiMi has a pretty intuitive and standard sex toy interface, with three buttons: one to turn it on and turn the intensity up, one to turn it off and turn the intensity down, and one to change pattern. Major points for dual-directional controls given that I am constantly complaining about single-button interfaces and how annoying they are. I will say that the buttons are pretty small, so if you’re visually impaired or struggle with manual dexterity this might be a downside for you.

The MiMi has 5 patterns and 5 speeds, allowing you to mix and match to your preferences. I hate patterns (seriously, does anyone like patterns?) As usual, I tried them for about thirty seconds then went “nope” and switched back to a constant speed.

The intensity is really where the MiMi shines. Very few sex toys that I’ve tried can match the MiMi in terms of the small-size-to-good-motor ratio.

With that said, the Je Joue MiMi is definitely a broad stimulation toy. If you prefer very precise or pinpoint sensations, skip this one. For all-over rumbles without the bulk of a wand, though, it’s a great pick.

Je Joue MiMi Sex Toy Review: Verdict

Simple yet elegant, the Je Joue MiMi is an excellent little vibrator.

The Je Joue MiMi is available from retailers such as Good Vibes, Babeland, Sex Toys UK, and Lovehoney US.

Thank you to The Pleasure Garden for sending me the MiMi to review. Affiliate links appear in this post. All views are my own.

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[Toy Review] Lovehoney Mantric Wand Vibrator

Published on by Amy

I love wands. They’re pretty much my favourite kind of toy. So of course, I jumped at the chance to test out the Mantric Wand from the Lovehoney Mantric range.

What is the Lovehoney Mantric Wand?

The Mantric Wand is a small rechargeable wand vibrator measuring 9.5″ long and with a head circumference of 5.4″. It has 7 modes or patterns of vibration, and each one can work on any of five speed settings. The handle has a slight curve and the head is the classic wand vibrator shape.

Lovehoney Mantric Wand, a black silicone wand vibrator with a curved handle
Images: Lovehoney
Lovehoney Mantric Wand, a black silicone wand vibrator with a curved handle

The Mantric Wand It is made of black silicone. It also features an LED light panel on one side of the handle which changes colour depending on which setting you’re on.

It is USB rechargeable, fully waterproof, has a travel-lock, and comes attractively packaged in an minimalistic brown cardboard box with the Mantric branding on the front. At first glance, the Mantric logo looks like an abstract mandala. Then, when you look closer, you see it’s made of penises and vulvas. Frankly, I’m into it.

The Lovehoney Mantric Wand In Use

Even though my most-reached-for toy is my Doxy ultra-powerful wand vibrator, it doesn’t always lend itself super well to being used on me by a partner. It’s so intense that it can quickly becomes painful if it’s even slightly in the wrong spot, and the size of the head makes that challenging. Smaller, rechargeable wands like the Mantric Wand can be a good in-between. It’s powerful enough to get me off, but not so powerful that absolute precision is required.

The Mantric Wand is very light, and the ergonomic handle and intelligent button placement makes it easy to hold and use. One gripe I have, though, is that turning it on is not intuitive at all. You have to press the middle of the three buttons, which puts it into “standby” mode, then press it again, then pick the setting you want. I’ll probably keep the instructions for this one because, if I don’t use it for a bit, I can see myself forgetting how to switch it on.

The second annoyance is that you can only change the settings one way. So if you skip past the one you want, you have to cycle all the way back through them all again.  You can change the speeds up or down, which is a plus, but in terms of changing the pattern it’s up up up only.

The Mantric Wand is waterproof and submersible. This makes it easy to clean and makes it suitable for use in the bath, if that’s your thing. There is a seam where the plastic band meets the head and handle, which could trap bacteria, so don’t neglect this area when you clean it. It also doesn’t come with a storage bag, which I would expect with a toy of this price-point.

In terms of intensity, the Mantric Wand isn’t bad for its price and size. The motor is reasonably rumbly at the lower levels, though it does get buzzier as you turn it up. This is a fine toy for those who like mid-level intensity but not one for those who crave high-powered rumbles.

Verdict

The Lovehoney Mantric wand £69.99/$79.99, which is a pretty middle-of-the-road price for a pretty middle-of-the-road toy. It’s fine but not amazing; I enjoyed using it but I’d like to see a second edition released to iron out some of the usability issues.

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[Toy Review] Hot Octopuss Queen Bee

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Update 01/03/2021: The Hot Octopuss Queen Bee vibrator is no longer available and has been replaced by the massively improved Pulse Queen. I normally remove obsolete reviews but I’ve left this one up because I think it provides important context on how Hot Octopuss’s vulva toys have evolved.

What is the Hot Octopuss Queen Bee?

I’ve been wanting to try the Hot Octopuss Queen Bee ever since I saw the prototype at Eroticon. With the Queen Bee, HO has created a toy for vulvas using the same “PulsePlate” technology as their revolutionary Pulse toys for penis-owners.

In HO’s own words: “Unlike conventional sex toys, the Queen Bee uses a ‘piston’-type mechanism in order to generate extremely deep and rumbly oscillations.” Basically, the Queen Bee is not strictly a vibrator. It oscillates rather than vibrates.

The Queen Bee is a dark steely grey and looks a bit like a weird, futuristic hairbrush. It’s not a beautiful or even a pretty toy. Its vibe screams “I mean business and I am not here to be decorative.”

Hot Octopuss Queen Bee hairbrush-shaped sex toy with the official packaging
Image: Hot Octopuss

It is made of TPE, which is usually a porous material. However, Hot Octopuss uses medical-grade, non-porous TPE that can be thoroughly sanitised. When I asked my contact about this, they provided a thorough and informative info sheet. This transparency, combined with Dangerous Lilly’s endorsement, gives me enough confidence to say that this toy is made of a body-safe material.

Hot Octopuss Queen Bee Oscillating Vibrator: What I Liked

As a lover of broad and rumbly clitoral stimulation, I was pretty excited to try out the Hot Octopuss Queen Bee. Before I delve into all my issues with this product, let’s look at the things I did like.

  • It’s new and innovative. In an industry where stolen designs, knock-offs and fakes are a constant issue, it is refreshing to see genuine innovation.
  • I find the Queen Bee’s controls reasonably easy and intuitive to use. It has 4 buttons: On/Off, pattern change, speed up and speed down. They’re easy to press and I found it easy to change the setting mid-use without breaking my flow.
  • It has six different settings (constant oscillations and five different patterns) as well as multiple speed options to choose from.
  • It’s very rumbly, especially on the lower speeds.
  • It’s fully waterproof.

Perhaps most importantly, the Queen Bee can get me off (though I need the highest setting to get there, and it’s a slow process.)

What I Didn’t Like

Hot Octopuss Queen Bee with button panel on back showing
Image: Hot Octopuss

Unfortunately, despite its cool tech and innovative design, this is where things started to go sideways with the Hot Octopuss Queen Bee oscillating vibrator. Here are all the things I didn’t like about it:

  • The oscillations almost completely stop when I press it firmly against my vulva. The sensation was much stronger and more satisfying when I held it very lightly. That’s a pretty big problem if you like pressure or being able to push against a toy in use!
  • It has a huge seam where the oscillating plate joins the rest of the toy. Fluids and bacteria could easily get trapped here, leading me to seriously question this product’s hygiene over time.
  • The material isn’t very smooth and has a very grabby texture.
  • It’s advertised as having a “gentle warm up massage” sensation if you use the back of the toy (opposite the PulsePlate) but unless you have an unusually sensitive clit you probably won’t feel anything. Pitching this as a “feature” is a stretch at best.
  • My God this thing is loud! I don’t really need discretion in my toy use, but certain types and volumes of noise tend to sensorily overwhelm me. And seriously, this fucker is enragingly loud. If you’re easily distracted by noise, skip it. If you live with other people and need a discreet toy, skip it.
  • A full charge takes four hours and only gives around an hour of runtime.

Hot Octopuss Queen Bee: Verdict

Meh? I was hoping for more from this, given the amazing reviews of HO’s toys for penises. Though I didn’t hate the Queen Bee as much as some reviewers, I certainly didn’t love it as much as I wanted to. I expect I’ll use it occasionally when I’m in a very specific mood but it’s unlikely to be a regular go-to.

Skip this one if you don’t love very broad stimulation, if you need pressure, or if you want a quieter toy.

Thank you to Hot Octopuss for sending me the Queen Bee oscillating vibrator in exchange for an honest review. This post contains affiliate links.