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[Toy Review] Lovense Lush 4

Published on by Amy

One of my most controversial sex toy opinions ever? That the Lovense Lush (specifically the Lush 2) was utterly mediocre. Its vibrations were weak and its shape failed to stimulate my G-spot. However, past experience has taught me that a previous iteration of a toy being bad doesn’t necessarily mean the new version will be bad (the Queen Bee to Pulse Queen glow-up has entered the chat.) With that in mind, I went into this Lovense Lush 4 review with an open mind, hoping to be pleasantly surprised.

At the time of writing this review, the Lovense Lush 4 has 4.7 stars out of 5 on Lovense’s on-site review system and 4 out of 5 on Lovehoney. So the general consensus is that this thing is pretty good. Let’s find out if I agreed.

What is the Lovense Lush 4?

The Lovense Lush 4 is the latest iteration in Lovense’s “Lush” line of egg-shaped, insertable vibrators. It has just under 4″ of insertable length and a long tail, the end of which sits against the clitoris when the toy is inserted (allegedly. More on that in a minute.) Its diameter is 1.46″ at the widest point.

Lovense Lush 4: C-shaped pink vibrator with a wide head and slim tail

Made of hot pink silicone, the Lush 4 is designed to provide hands-free internal stimulation. Like previous versions of this product, it is app-controllable via Bluetooth. It is also IPX7 waterproof, i.e. submersible, and USB rechargeable. Strangely, the Lovense website claims that the Lush 4 comes with a storage pouch, but mine didn’t (nor did there seem to be space for one in the box.)

App-controlled products tend to be popular with people in long-distance relationships due to their ability to be controlled from anywhere in the world with an internet connection, facilitating long-distance and even inter-continental sex. However, Lovense products are unique in that they are designed with one particular group of users in mind: online sex workers such as cam models. Lovense toys, including the Lush 4, integrate with many online camming platforms and allows workers to hand over control to viewers or even set the toy to respond to tips from fans.

What’s New?

Fans of previous Lovense Lush products will probably be wondering what’s new about this version and whether it’s worth upgrading. Here’s what’s new with the Lovense Lush 4 compared to the 3 and earlier versions:

  • Improved Bluetooth connectivity.
  • A refined neck design, intended to be more comfortable and stay in place more effectively.
  • Rapid charging, with 5 minutes charging giving you an hour of use.
  • Extended battery life, with around 350 minutes (about 6 hours) of runtime for a 45 minute charge.
  • More powerful than the Lush 1 & 2, the 3 and 4 use the same 7000 RPM motor.
  • The quietest Lush yet, with maximum volume of 36dB (compared to 45.5dB and 38dB for previous models.)
  • A slightly redesigned and wider end to the external arm, possibly designed to stimulate more of the clit.
  • A decorative electroplated panel on the back of the external piece. This has optional and customizable LED lights that change depending on which mode you’re using. Unnecessary, but pretty.

Lovense Lush 4 Review: Pros

Lovense Lush 4 with tail light glowing in light purple

Outside of its specific applications designed for camming, the biggest selling point of the Lush 4 is the Lovense app and the extra functionalities it offers. The app connectivity is fast and reliable, and offers an array of features such as:

  • Setting the vibration level more precisely
  • Handing over control to a partner
  • Syncing the toy to music
  • Syncing with content such as videos
  • Syncing your toy with a partner’s toy so you both feel the same vibrations
  • Text, voice, or video chat with a partner
  • Play group games with other users online

However, despite these fun features, I’m struggling to recommend the Lush 4 on the basis of its app for reasons we’ll discuss in a minute.

Compared to the Lush 2, the Lush 4’s motor is excellent. It’s both stronger and rumblier. It might not be the toy’s intended purpose, but pressing it against my clit can get me off relatively easily. And while we’re on that subject, the slight bulge on the underside of the bulb is dreamy for clitoral stimulation.

Downsides, Issues, and Things to Be Aware Of

First, and this is a huge issue, Lovense has come under fire for some pretty major security breaches in the last year. Experts claim they exposed users’ email addresses in the supposedly-anonymous app. Though the company claims to have patched this issue, this is the tip of a very large privacy iceberg when it comes to app-controlled sex toys in general. I am far from a cybersecurity expert, but I strongly advise caution with sex toy apps. If you’re going to use them, you can reduce your risk with simple steps like using a throwaway email address not connected to your real identity.

Woman's hand holding the Lovense Lush 4 to show its flexible tail

If you decide to proceed using the app, its functionality is a double-edged sword. The options it offers are numerous and varied, turning this into an incredibly versatile toy and opening up various options for online and long-distance play. However, for a toy that retails for £219 at full price, the manual mode options are poor. It has a one-button interface located on the tail, with which you can scroll through three speeds and four patterns. And… that’s it.

An app-controlled toy is never going to be as fully featured in manual mode. But at the very least I’d have liked a few more speed options and dual-directional controls.

Used in its intended form, the Lush 4 offers almost nothing in the way of clitoral stimulation. When I have the toy inserted, the external portion curves away from my vulva and the tail tip ends somewhere around my pubic bone. It certainly gets nowhere near my clit unless I either push the toy in uncomfortably deep (ouch) or smush it against my vulva with my hard (awkward and annoying.) The tail is also pretty floppy, meaning it doesn’t stay in place very well. When I insert it and don’t hold it in place, it sort of flops sideways.

With vibrations transmitting down the tail, I can kinda-sorta feel something through it if I hold it against my clit. However, due to the lack of an actual motor in this part of the toy, the vibrations are pretty weak. I (like the vast majority of vulva-havers, by the way) need clitoral stimulation to get off. This means I’m pretty much never going to use this toy in its intended manner. Of course, you can always pair the Lush 4 with a clitoral vibrator if you enjoy dual stimulation.

The positioning of the button, on the underside of the tail end, also means you have to interrupt what little clit stim it does provide if you want to change the setting manually.

Lovense Lush 4 Review: Verdict

Is it worth upgrading to the Lush 4? If you’ve currently got the Lush 3, I’d say probably not unless the new features like rapid charging and pretty LED lights matter a lot to you. The basic functionality is very similar. If you’ve got a Lush 1 or 2, though, then the Lush 4 is a marked upgrade.

Ultimately, as someone who doesn’t like internal vibrations and is “meh” about most sexual stimulation that doesn’t make my clit the main event, the Lush 4 is never going to be a go-to toy for me. With that said, if you do enjoy internal vibrations and don’t need a lot of clit stimulation to have fun, and if you’re happy to either use an app or put up with limited manual functionality, the Lush 4 might be a great match for you.

The Lovense Lush 4 available directly from Lovense as well as from Lovehoney UK, Lovehoney US, and Shevibe.

Thanks to Lovense for sending me the Lush 4 to review. All views and writing, as always, are mine.

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[Toy Review] UEROS Remote Control Wearable Vibrator with Detachable Egg Set

Published on by Amy

Following my UEROS sex machine review a while back, I received another UEROS product to try. This time, we’re looking at the wearable vibe set, or the “UEROS Remote Control Wearable Vibrator with Detachable Egg Set,” to give it its full name.

What is the UEROS Wearable Vibe Set?

At first glance, the UEROS wearable vibrator set is an interesting concept. It contains four main pieces:

  • A thin, vaguely saddle-shaped vibrator that sits against the pubis with a protruding clitoral stimulator
  • A detachable egg vibrator that fits inside the vagina
  • A harness/crotchless panty thing with straps to hold the vibrator against the body
  • A remote control

The main intended use for the UEROS vibe set is for it to be wearable during (penetrative) partnered sex. In case you’re struggling to visualise how it’s intended to work, here’s a handy diagram provided by UEROS:

UEROS wearable vibe set official product photo showing a woman wearing the toy over a set of black lingerie

The vibrator and egg are made of body-safe silicone (with plastic accents on the former.) The harness is made of polyester and spandex.

This USB rechargeable toy offers 1 hour of runtime for a 2 hour charge. It is also IPX6 waterproof, i.e. splashproof but not submersible.

UEROS Wearable Vibe Set: The Good

Let’s start with the positive things I can say about this product.

UEROS wearable vibe attached to included panties

First, I do think the concept is neat. It’s kind of a combination of insertable wearable vibrators (such as the various iterations of We-Vibe’s classic shape) and those “vibrating knickers” that are still inexplicably a thing even though they almost universally suck.

The slim design is thoughtful and means the toy is less obtrusive and “in the way” if you’re using it during partnered sex. Design-wise, I also like the long tail on the egg. This sidesteps the issue of dual-stimulation toys often being designed for one specific type of genitals, making it more likely to fit comfortably with a range of bodies.

The detachable design of the egg vibrator makes this a more versatile product. You could also use the egg on its own as a non-vibrating, leave-in toy, if you like.

The six straps on the harness/panties hold the vibrator in place very well. Unlikely many “wear during intercourse” toys, it stays securely in position. A rare instance of a supposedly hands-free toy that’s actually suitable for hands-free use.

I like that, when you’re using the external vibrator and the egg together, you can control them completely separately. There’s one button for each part on both the main toy and the remote control. Each has five settings: three constant speeds and two patterns.

UEROS wearable vibrator with egg part attached

The silicone is soft and silky. Aesthetically, it’s also kind of fun. The metallic accents give the whole thing a vaguely sci-fi/techno feel.

UEROS Wearable Vibe Set: The Bad

Buckle in, because once I started actually trying this product, things went sideways fast.

The placement of the buttons on the top side of the toy seems fine initially, but quickly reveals a significant problem. If you’re having penetrative sex in a face-to-face position such as missionary, the chances of the toy getting smushed between bodies and accidentally turned off are very high.

I also want to know why the clitoral stimulator is squishy. This makes the already-poor vibration transmission even worse and makes it hard to get any significant, consistent pressure.

Underside of UEROS wearable vibrator showing squishy clitoral stimulator

My biggest complaint about this toy, though? The sizing of the included harness/panty, without which the main function of the toy is unusable. UEROS claims this item is size inclusive, which is laughably untrue. It is adjustable, but only accommodates waist sizes of ~28″ to ~38″. Apparently it was “rigorously tested on diverse body types”, which means on women (presumably cis) between 5’3″ and 5’8″ and between 60 and 70kg. That’s not a diverse range of body types. That’s a difference of maybe two or three dress sizes, if that.

Crotchless panties/harness that comes with UEROS wearable vibrator set

If you’re going to design a toy that’s exclusively for thin people… well, first of all, don’t. But if you must, at least be honest about it. Claiming a demonstrably exclusionary product is size-inclusive doesn’t make it so.

Finally, the UEROS wearable vibe’s vibrations are nothing short of useless. They’re as weak and buzzy as they come. There is zero possibility of this toy ever giving me an orgasm, in any configuration. And believe me, I’ve tried.

Verdict

This is a product that is significantly better in theory than in practice. I don’t know if corners were cut to bring it to market faster or if it just wasn’t tested sufficiently, but there’s so much wrong with the execution of what is objectively a good idea.

The UEROS wearable vibe set could have been a great product. Unfortunately, in its current state, it just isn’t.

This set retails for $99.

Thanks to UEROS for sending me this product to review. All views are, as always, mine. Affiliate links appear in this post.

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[Toy Review] BeYourLover Fatima

Published on by Amy

What’s the most annoying thing about duo vibrators like rabbits? If you’re anything like me, you probably answered something like “they treat clitoral stimulation as an afterthought” or “the internal and external arms hardly ever work well together.” But what if a toy existed where you could detach the internal and external stimulators, using them separately or together? Enter the BeYourLover Fatima, which Juliet Toys sent me to test and review.

2-in-1 Duo Vibrator: What is the BeYourLover Fatima?

BeYourLover Fatima duo vibrator in two separate pieces

The BeYourLover Fatima is a two-part sex toy. The basic design is a rabbit vibrator with a difference: there’s an insertable portion that both thrusts and vibrates, and a clitoral suction stimulator. What sets the Fatima apart, though, is that you can separate these two pieces and use them independently.

I’ve literally never seen anything like this detachable duo vibrator design before. So, points for innovation!

The Fatima measures 7.5″ in total length, 4.4″ in insertable length, and a slimline 1.27″ in diameter at the widest point. It is rechargeable, taking two hours to charge and giving a runtime of around an hour. It’s also IPX7 waterproof, AKA submersible – ideal for use in the bath or shower. It has 10 vibration settings and 7 thrusting modes, including 3 and 2 constant speeds respectively.

The Fatima is made of body-safe silicone with ABS plastic accents.

What I Liked About the BeYourLover Fatima Duo Vibrator

Before I start griping about all the things I didn’t like about this product, let’s give credit where it’s due and talk about the things that do work well.

BeYourLover Fatima duo vibrator attached in one piece

  • The duo idea of a separate and detachable vibrator and clitoral stimulator is really cool and genuinely original. I’d use my rabbit vibrators a lot more often if I could take them apart and use each piece separately, so having someone actually create a toy that does this is fantastic.
  • The clitoral stimulator, on its own, is good! It has 5 intensity levels, which amp up gradually from low to mid-level, and feel smooth and consistent. It also has a comfortable nozzle (though it’s a little on the small size, so something to be aware of if you have a larger clit.)
  • The insertable arm is a good length and I appreciate the narrow girth. It also has rippling texturing and a gentle curve. Honestly, if I was just using this as a dildo, I’d give it a solid 4/5.
  • You can use the thrusting function and the vibrating function on the internal arm separately. (Once you figure out the damn controls, anyway – see below!)
  • I love the warming function on the clitoral stimulator, which heats up fast to a pleasant 40-ish degrees C. This can help to enhance both comfort and pleasure.
BeYourLover Fatima clitoral stimulator, one half of duo 2-in-1 vibrator

  • Because the clitoral stimulator by itself is so small and the duo design allows you to detach it from the internal vibrator, I can see it being a really good option for packing when bag space is tight. Like when I’m on a cheap Ryanair flight to see my long-distance girlfriend, for example.
  • The thrusting feels good. I particularly like that it’s concentrated in the top couple of inches of the shaft. The result of this is that it feels less like hard pounding and more like a lover’s fingers rapidly tapping on my G-spot.
  • The BeYourLover Fatima is surprisingly quiet even with the thrusting function on. It’s still audible, of course, but it’s not so loud and squeaky that it makes me want to throw the toy across the room in two minutes. Which, honestly, is an improvement on many products of this type.

What I Didn’t Like

Unfortunately, though the Fatima duo vibrator is a cool and innovative design, it all starts falling apart in practice. Here are some of the things that desperately need to be improved before I can recommend this product.

  • There’s no actual mechanism that holds the two pieces together. You just stuff the clitoral stimulator into the hole in the front of the internal arm. Unfortunately this means that it repeatedly pops out in use.
  • I hate the controls for the internal arm. There’s a single-button interface that controls both the vibrations (via a single press) and the thrusting (via a double press.) Considering it doesn’t come with any English instructions, this is not exactly the easiest or most intuitive thing to figure out.
  • Speaking of controls, the topmost button on the clitoral stimulator is apparently supposed to control the thrusting function when the two pieces are attached, but it just… doesn’t. As in it literally does not do anything.
  • Speaking of controls again: the lack of dual-directional controls alongside the fact that the thrusting and vibrations are controlled by the same button is maddening.
BeYourLover Fatima clitoral stimulator buttons
BeYourLover Fatima single button

  • Because the BeYourLover Fatima’s internal arm has no flex and the clitoral stimulator pops out of its hole if you move it around too much, comfortable positioning with this toy is basically impossible. I cannot get the external stimulator on my clit without poking myself painfully in the vaginal walls, and as soon as I thrust the clitoral stimulator loses contact with my clit.
  • The internal vibrations are not only buzzy as hell, but so concentrated in the base of the toy that it’s difficult to feel them much through the head.
  • The battery life of 1 hour isn’t great and you have to charge each part separately, which is frankly ridiculous.

BeYourLover Fatima Duo Detachable Vibrator: Verdict

I really wanted to love this toy but I’m afraid, taken as a whole, I sort of hate it. It’s always disappointing when something with so much promise is such a let-down in reality. The clitoral stimulator by itself is fine, and will probably get some use as a travel-friendly option. The thrusting function is also good. But the poor execution of the “two-in-one” design and the enraging controls make this one a nope from me.

You can get this toy from Juliet Toys for $89.90, but honestly… don’t. It’s egregiously overpriced for the quality. Get a good dual stimulation toy or buy a basic dildo and a good suction toy separately instead.

Thanks to Juliet Toys for sponsoring this review! Affiliate links appear in this post and all views are, as always, mine.

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[Toy Review] Lovehoney Heartbeat Clitoral Suction Stimulator and Heart Throb Vibrator

Published on by Amy

Who doesn’t love a sex toy that’s as cute as it is functional? For many of us, the aesthetic of our toys matters and adds to our overall experience. This is particularly true when you’re giving a toy to a lover as a gift for Valentine’s Day or any other occasion. Lovehoney has recently released two new heart toys for the Season of Love: the Heartbeat Clitoral Suction Stimulator and the Heart Throb Heart Vibrator. I received both to test and review.

Lovehoney Heartbeat Clitoral Suction Stimulator: Details

The Lovehoney Heartbeat is a petite, heart-shaped clitoral suction stimulator with the nozzle located in the point of the heart. The nozzle surrounds your clit and stimulates it not with vibrations, but with rapid air pulses that create a “sucking” sensation. (Companies keep insisting on claiming that these toys feel like receiving cunnilingus. They do not.)

Lovehoney Heartbeat clitoral suction stimulator red clit sucker vibrator

Measuring just 3″ in height, the Lovehoney Heartbeat Clitoral Suction Stimulator is light and small enough to fit into the palm of your hand. It is made of soft and body-safe crimson silicone.

The Heartbeat is rechargeable via the included USB cable, with a 60 minute charge giving you around the same in running time. It also has a travel lock function and is IPX7 waterproof (fully submersible for up to 30 minutes.)

Lovehoney Heartbeat clitoral suction stimulator red clit sucker vibrator

Lovehoney Heartbeat: Pros & Cons

Though the Lovehoney Heartbeat clitoral suction stimulator had some promise, it also has some significant issues.

Pros

  • The Heartbeat Clitoral Suction Stimulator’s power is decent, particularly on the higher levels. On the top setting, it can get me off in less then ten minutes.
  • It has ten levels of power, and the levels are well-spaced and distinctive. There are also no patterns, which I appreciate.
  • It is reasonably quiet.
  • The buttons are easy to press and the user interface is simple.
  • The aesthetic is super cute and romantic.

Lovehoney Heartbeat clitoral suction stimulator red clit sucker vibrator turned on its side to show the buttons

Cons

  • For a toy with as many as 10 settings, you really need two-way speed controls.
  • I understand the appeal of a heart-shaped sex toy, but the shape also creates problems. This is one of the least ergonomic clitoral suction toys I’ve ever tried and it is, frankly, a nightmare to hold for any length of time. Every time I’ve used it, I’ve ended up with serious hand cramp.
  • The nozzle is too small. I don’t have a particularly large clitoral glans, but this toy is still too small to surround it comfortably. If you have a larger or more prominent clit, forget it. Someone in the Lovehoney on-site reviews does note that they have a smaller-than-average clit and that this toy works really well for them as a result, so it might just be a matter of what types of anatomy it is best suited to.

Lovehoney Heartbeat Clitoral Suction Stimulator: Verdict

Cute, but ultimately more gimmick than function. This toy has too many flaws for me to fully recommend it, most notably the awkward shape and too-small nozzle.

The Heartbeat Clitoral Suction Stimulator retails for £49.99 from Lovehoney UK or $64.99 from Lovehoney US.

Lovehoney “Heart Throb” Heart Vibrator

The Lovehoney Heart Throb is a heart-shaped vibrator measuring a tiny 3″ in length. It has indented curve detailing on both sides, making it look like the heart insignia from Lovehoney’s branding.

Lovehoney Heart Throb red heart massager and its box

Like the Heartbeat, the Lovehoney Heart Throb is rechargeable via the included cable and 1 hour of charging will get you around an hour of runtime. Made of body-safe red silicone, is also waterproof and has a travel lock.

Lovehoney Heart Throb Vibrator: Pros & Cons

Let’s look at what I liked and didn’t like about this toy.

Pros

  • Cute!
  • The body of the toy is firm with only the slightest bit of “squish,” making it easy to get plenty of pressure.
  • The silicone is lovely and soft.
  • It’s small enough to hold in your palm and slide between bodies during partnered sex, if you want to.
  • The single button is sensibly located (in the centre at the top) and easy to press.
  • Like the Heartbeat, the Lovehoney Heart Throb vibrator is super light.
  • The shape means that you can get broader stimulation by holding it flat against your body, more pinpoint stimulation by using the tip, or something in between by using the side. Lots of options!
Lovehoney Heart Throb red heart massager end-on, showing the button

Cons

  • There are 10 settings including three constant vibration speeds and 7 patterns, but only one button.
  • The thick silicone dampens the vibrations a lot, meaning that its overall intensity is pretty weak.
  • The vibrations are extremely buzzy.

Lovehoney Heart Throb Vibrator: Verdict

It’s super adorable, but as a vibrator the Lovehoney Heart Throb is only mediocre.

Lovehoney Heart Throb red heart massager

It’s a cute and sexy stocking stuffer for someone who likes gentle vibrations. If you’re more into power and rumbles, though, skip it.

The Heart Throb retails for £29.99 from Lovehoney UK or $36.99 from Lovehoney US.

Thanks to Lovehoney for sending me the Heartbeat clitoral suction stimulator and the Heart Throb heart vibrator to review. Affiliate links appear in this post. All views, as always, are mine.

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[Toy Review] ROMP Lipstick Clitoral Suction Stimulator

Published on by Amy

ROMP is a toy brand owned by WOW Tech, the parent company behind brands such as Womanizer, We-Vibe, Pjur, and Arcwave. ROMP toys have a fun, playful aesthetic and come in a range of bright, popping colours. I received the ROMP Lipstick, a petite suction stimulator for the clitoris, to review.

ROMP Lipstick: Suction Clitoris Stimulator Review

The ROMP Lipstick Clitoral Suction Stimulator measures 4″ in total length and looks like, well, a tube of lipstick (or other makeup product such as mascara.) It wouldn’t look at all out of place in my makeup bag.

ROMP Lipstick Clitoral Suction Stimulator

The ROMP Lipstick is a clitoral suction stimulator that – like the thousands of other toys in this category now on the market – uses a nozzle opening and rapid pulses of air to provide “touchless” stimulation to the clit. The toy’s body is made of hard plastic, and its nozzle is made of body-safe silicone.

This toy is rechargeable. A full charge (2 hours) gives you around 60 minutes of use on the top setting. It’s also IPX7 waterproof, i.e. submersible in water up to 1 metre for up to 30 minutes.

Things I Like About the ROMP Lipstick Suction Clitoris Stimulator

Before I start complaining about all the issues with the ROMP Lipstick Clitoral Suction Stimulator, let’s talk about the things I did like!

ROMP Lipstick Clitoral Suction Stimulator

  • The look. In general, I’m “meh” about the concept of sex toys that are deliberately designed not to look like sex toys. But the aesthetic of this one is cute and fun enough that it gets away with it.
  • It’s small, light, and comfortable to hold.
  • The button placement is sensible (on the base of the toy) and the button itself is clicky and easy to press.
  • It has 7 evenly-graded power settings, which is reasonable for a toy at this price point.
  • It’s pretty quiet, especially when the nozzle is against the body.

That’s about it, I’m afraid.

Anything I Don’t Like?

Ugh. Where do I begin? I really wanted to love this product, because I was drawn to its bright colours and cute design. Unfortunately, I have far more negative than positive to say about the ROMP Lipstick suction clitoris stimulator. Namely…

  • The nozzle is too small! I don’t have a particularly large clit, but I couldn’t even get this thing to enclose it all. The nozzle opening is a tiny 1cm in diameter. If your clit is anything but quite small, I think you’ll struggle with this one.
  • The suction mechanism is – how do I put this nicely? – absolute crap. I didn’t get any of the lovely fluttering sensations that I get from good clit suction toys. Instead, it just felt like a particularly weak and buzzy vibrator.
  • The button isn’t always responsive. About 10-20% of the time, I have to press it twice to get the setting to change.
  • For a toy at this price-point, a one-button interface (meaning you have to scroll through all the settings to go backwards) really isn’t good enough.
  • It’s far too expensive. £49.99/$59.99 is a reasonable price for a mid-range toy, but feels like a rip-off for something as disappointing as this.
ROMP Lipstick Clitoral Suction Stimulator

Worst of all is that I knew within two minutes that this thing was never going to get me off. Even with warm-up and some hot content to read, there was just absolutely no way. To be honest, even when I was turned on and my clitoris was sensitive and ready to go, the ROMP Lipstick suction stimulator didn’t even feel particularly good. If “did not give me an orgasm” is a damning statement to make about a sex toy, “did not even feel good” is pretty unforgiveable.

A final and possibly petty gripe: the packaging tells me I can “cancel my next booty call”. This is an immediate ugh from me because I do not think we should be comparing toys to human partners or framing them as replacements, even in jest. It’s also just ridiculously inaccurate considering the speed with which I threw this thing across the room and reached for something effective to finish the job.

Verdict

The ROMP Lipstick Clitoral Suction Stimulator is, all things considered, tremendously disappointing. Its nozzle is too small, its suction functionality is lacklustre, and there is simply no universe in which it will ever make me cum.

Sadly, I’m chalking this one up as overpriced and underwhelming. Especially because you can get far better clitoral suction toys for the same price (or even less!) Skip it.

The ROMP Lipstick suction clitoris stimulator retails for £49.99/$59.99 and is available from Lovehoney UK, Lovehoney US, Good Vibes, Babeland, and Shevibe.

Thanks to Lovehoney for sending me the ROMP Lipstick suction clitoris stimulator in exchange for an honest review. Affiliate links appear in this post. Using them sends a small commission my way at no extra cost to you!

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[Toy Review] Womanizer OG Pleasure Air G-Spot Stimulator

Published on by Amy

Every now and then, I will encounter a sex toy that leaves me scratching my head in a “I don’t really know what this is” sort of way. The new Womanizer OG Gspot stimulator, which I received to review this week, is one such product.

I find the concept of this toy confusing, and the execution even more so.

Womanizer OG GSpot Stimulator: Details

This new toy from Womanizer (purveyers of some of my absolute faves in the clitoral suction toys space) looks like a traditional G-spot vibrator at first glance. It measures 9″ in total length, with a generous curve, and 1.4″ in diameter at the widest point.

Womanizer OG G-spot suction vibrator

The Womanizer OG is made of smooth and body-safe silicone, and available in 3 colours: lilac, aubergine, or dark grey. I received the lilac, and it’s genuinely very pretty. It’s also the exact colour my hair goes when the dye has almost but not entirely faded out, which is pleasing.

This toy is waterproof and rechargeable, with a runtime of about 2 hours on a full charge. The Womanizer OG is also equipped with Smart Silence technology, meaning that the suction function will only switch on when it is in contact with the body. This helps to preserve the battery and is also a useful function if discretion matters to you.

Womanizer OG Review: Suction… Inside?

I love clitoral suction toys; I own a lot of them, and use them regularly. I also own a G-spot, and like to have it stimulated sometimes. But the combination of these two things has led to a concept that has me confused: a suction toy for the G-spot? Why?

Womanizer OG suction sex toy

I don’t know about you, but I have never had the desire to have my G-spot sucked. (Side note: is it just me or does “I will suck on your G-spot” sound like something a Fetlife rando who doesn’t actually understand how bodies work would drop into the inbox of an unsuspecting sub?)

Despite my reservations, I was curious. Perhaps I would be truly surprised, awed, and blown away by this new innovation in pleasure technology. Reader, I was not. I lubed the toy up and slid it into place, then spent some time slowly cycling through all of the 12 intensity levels. (Another small complaint: the buttons are small and hard to push.)

Womanizer OG review picture of toy's buttons

The result can best be described as “nothing” followed by “why?”. When I eventually managed to get the suction nozzle positioned over my G-spot, I found the sucking sensation little more than mildly annoying on the lower levels, and distinctly uncomfortable on the higher settings. I like a little “ouch” with my sex sometimes, but I usually want that to be inflicted by a cute Top, not by my vibrator!

Is it Better as a Clitoral Toy?

By this point in this Womanizer OG reviewing endeavour, I had established that I do not enjoy having my Gspot suctioned. (Sentences I did not expect to write today…)

I do, however, like using suction toys on my clit. So naturally I tried to use the Womanizer OG in that way instead. Unfortunately, it wasn’t too effective there, either. Perhaps due to the shape and size of the nozzle, it was almost impossible to get a decent seal around my clit.

Womanizer OG g-spot sucker nozzle

Pro tip: you’ll want to turn Smart Silence off for this (do so by holding down the + and – buttons at the same time for 3 seconds.) When Smart Silence was on, the poor seal meant that the toy kept switching itself off when I was trying to use it!

It’s also loud in a really annoying way – the sound at the higher levels can best be described as “rattly” – and an ergonomic nightmare when used externally. So no, I do not think I’ll be using this one clitorally again.

What About the Vibration Function?

You can use your Womanizer OG with or without the accompanying vibrations. There are 3 constant vibration speeds, controllable through a single button. This button, like the others, is annoyingly fiddly and hard to press.

The vibrations themselves are lacklustre. They are weak and buzzy, as though they were clearly added as an afterthought. This toy is pitched at the “luxury” end of the market, and there’s really no excuse for shitty motors and buzzy vibrations at this price point.

To give credit where credit is due, as I try to do in all my reviews, the Womanizer OG’s curved shape is excellent. Its flexible shaft also makes it easy to position comfortably. But “it makes an okay G-spot dildo” is not the best thing I expect to be able to say about a £180 toy!

Womanizer OG Review: Verdict

This one’s a miss from me. The suction sensation on my G-spot was utterly unenjoyable, and it didn’t fare any better as a clitoral suction toy. Without the suction, it’s just a basic G-spot vibrator (that costs £180!). And it’s a kinda meh, buzzy one at that.

As always, take my review as what it is: one person’s experience. This toy has had a lot of great reviews, so your mileage may vary if you decide to try it.

The Womanizer OG is available from retailers including Lovehoney UK*, Lovehoney US*, Shevibe, Good Vibes, Babeland, Womanizer Europe and Womanizer North America.

[*] Use code “AFF-COFFKINK10” to get 10% off any Lovehoney purchase

Thanks to Womanizer for sending me the OG Gspot stimulator to review. All opinions are, as always, my own! Affiliate links appear in this post. If you use them to make a purchase, I make a small commission at no extra cost to you.

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[Toy Review] Lovense Lush 2

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Lovense Lush 2 toy review update/disclaimer 2025: Lovense has come under fire for significant security breaches in the last few months, including allegedly exposing users’ email addresses in the supposedly-anonymous app. Though the company claims to have fixed the problem, this is part of a pattern of worrying privacy concerns when it comes to app-controlled sex toys in general. Do with this information what you choose, but it has made me extremely hesitant about using toy apps personally. I have updated my Lovense reviews to include this information to allow you to make an informed choice.

Update 23/04/25: the Lovense Lush 2 has now been replaced by newer products, the Lush 3 and Lush 4. I have left this Lovense Lush 2 review up for reference but have yet to test the new products in the Lush range.

To say I was excited to finally get to write a Lovense Lush 2 review would be an understatement. Lovense toys have a reputation that precedes them, and I’ve never been able to get one for review before.

So let’s dive in and find out what I thought of the famed Lush 2, shall we?

Lovense Lush 2: Details

The Lush 2 by Lovense is a rechargeable, app-controlled insertable vibrator. It measures 8″ in length and 3.5″ in insertable length. The rest is a long, flexible tail. The Lush 2 is made of body-safe silicone in an extremely bright shade of pink.

The Lush 2 is described as a “love egg” vibrator, but the main body isn’t really quite egg shaped. Instead it has a bulge on one side, which I guess is supposed to hit the G-spot. The body and tail shape kinda makes me think of a sperm! Here’s what it looks like:

The Lovense Lush 2 toy on a wooden floor for a review post

On my body, the main head of the toy really isn’t long enough or the right shape to hit my G-spot with any degree of precision. Given this and the that I’m not a big fan of internal vibrations, I was more inclined to use it as a clitoral vibrator.

This toy is fully waterproof, and rechargeable via a USB cable (you get around 2.5 hours of use for a 2 hour charge).

Lovense Lush 2 Review: App Functionality

Perhaps the biggest appeal of Lovense’s toys is their superior app functionality. After testing my Lush 2 with the Lovense app, I can confirm that it’s by far the best sex toy remote control app I’ve ever used.

This is absolutely a toy that was designed with app-first usage in mind. Without the app, the interface is a single button (located on the end of the tail) that you use to scroll one way through the three constant vibration speeds and four inbuilt patterns.

The Lovense Remote app is free to download and compatible with iOS 9.0 and later, and Android 4.3 and later. There’s also a Mac version, and a Windows PC version (though you need a special Lovense USB Bluetooth Adaptor for the latter).

You’ll need to set up a free account to use the app, which takes a couple of minutes. Then you switch on your Bluetooth and click the link symbol in the top right corner to connect your toy. Unlike other app-based toys I’ve used, my Lush 2 connected in a couple of seconds. The connection is steady and reliable.

The Lovense Connect app

Once you’ve connected your toy to the app, you have a number of different options. You can use the “Remote” control panel to change the vibration speed with the swipe of a finger, or create your own repeating pattern using the “loop” feature. In “My Patterns,” you can find the pre-installed vibration patterns and also create and save your own.

The other cool app options include:

  • “Alarm”, wherein you can schedule the toy to start vibrating at a specific time. (Yes I tested it, and yes it works). I mean, the idea of waking up with this thing buzzing away inside me is not my idea of fun, but some people might enjoy it!
  • “Sound” makes the toy sound-responsive. You can talk at it, play music, or even just tap gently on something nearby and the Lush 2 will vibrate in time with it. It’s EXTREMELY responsive – at the top sensitivity setting, it was picking up traffic noise from the end of my street and responding to that. So you might want to turn the sensitivity level down a bit. This function has some particularly interesting D/s potential. I have to admit the idea of a Dom making my vibe react with just their voice is hot as fuck. You could even watch porn and sync the toy with the performers’ sounds!
  • “Music”, which allows you to sync the vibrations along with music. You can use music files uploaded to your device, or link your app with streaming services like Spotify.
The Lovense Connect app

Lovense Lush Toy Review: Long Distance Functionality

You can hand over control of your Lovense Lush 2 to your partner using the “Long Distance” tab. For privacy reasons, you can’t search by email address, so your partner will need to set up an account so you can add one another by username.

Again, the connectivity is quick and simple, and remains steady as long as you both have Bluetooth and a stable internet connection.

You can also create a limited-time “control link”, allowing you to hand over control for a specified amount of time from a few seconds up to 60 minutes. Every link is unique, for one-time use only, and expires if not used within 30 minutes. You can end the session any time by simply pressing “back” on the app.

The Lovense Connect app

Lovense provides a useful how-to guide to help you set up.

Cam Site Connection

The Lovense Lush 2 boasts the ability to connect with cam sites, which I haven’t seen from any other sex toy companies. Cam models and performers can sync any Lush toy with numerous cam sites including Chaturbate, Manyvids, MyFreeCams, and more. You can then create tip-based responses, allowing your fans to “control” your vibe by tipping you.

Of course, it’s also possible to hand over control to your high tippers using the control link function mentioned above.

As I’m not a cam performer, I have not tested this functionality myself. However, I have seen clips of performers using it, and read reviews that are generally very positive about it.

Power

Sadly, what the Lovense Lush 2 has in app functionality and innovation, it lacks in power. As soon as I switched it on in my hand, I was unimpressed. I hoped it might feel better once I was warmed up and using it on my vulva, but alas I remained underwhelmed.

The Lovense Lush 2 on a white bedsheet

The Lovense Lush 2’s vibrations aren’t exactly terrible, but they’re just… not good. They’re fairly buzzy and, even on the highest setting, nowhere near powerful enough to justify this toy’s price tag.

I’m sad to report that this toy didn’t get me off. After multiple attempts, I had to reach for a trusty wand to finish the job.

Lovense Lush 2 Review: Final Thoughts

I can only recommend this toy if you’re after app functionality or long-distance capability and if you don’t need very powerful vibrations. The Lovense Lush 2’s app is great, and the tip connectivity option for adult performers is genuinely cool and unique.

Unfortunately, its power level really lets the Lovense Lush 2 down. For a toy at this price point, a nifty app isn’t enough. I expect it to actually be powerful to get me off. Which, frankly, is a low bar for a supposedly high-end toy to meet.

Without the cool app features, all you have is an overpriced vibrator with a mediocre motor.

Thanks to Lovehoney for sending me the Lovense Lush 2 toy to test and review! All opinions are, as always, my own. Affiliate links appear in this post.

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[Toy Review] Dame Arc Silicone G-Spot Vibrator

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Sometimes, I unbox a toy and within two minutes I know exactly what my review is likely to say. I’ll sometimes be proven wrong in the course of the testing process but, well, I’ve been at this job a while now. More often than not, my first impressions are bang on. I opened up the Dame Arc Silicone G-Spot Vibrator and very quickly ascertained that my review was most likely going to say, “great shape, shit vibrations.”

Reader, I was not wrong.

Dame Arc: Details

The Dame Arc is a curved silicone vibrator with a ridged bulb tip, designed for G-spot stimulation. It is 7.5″ in total length and 4.5″ insertable. It’s waterproof, USB rechargeable via the included cable, and has a travel lock function.

The Dame Arc silicone G-spot vibrator

I hate this toy’s outer packaging! It comes in a white, pink and blue box with a line illustration of the toy, and frankly the aesthetic makes me think of a medical device. Not sexy. Unless that’s your kink, I guess.

The Dame Arc vibrator's external packaging. Picture by Lovehoney.

When you remove the outer sleeve, you find a plain pink box the same colour as the vibrator.

The Dame Arc comes in several colours including pink, purple, and ice blue. It comes with a drawstring storage pouch featuring the Dame Products logo. It is made of body-safe silicone, which is super soft and nice to handle. The toy’s body is rigid and it has very little “squish.”

Dame Arc Review: Great Shape

The shape of this toy is fantastic! It curves in exactly the right way to get that delicious come-hither motion against my G-spot, and the bulbed head is firm but not too hard.

The Dame Arc silicone G-spot vibrator

It’s comfortable to hold and easy to manipulate, with an ergonomic handle shape. The buttons are also sensibly placed on the underside of the curve (so they point upwards when the toy is inserted) and the controls are intuitive. There’s one on/off button that is also used to cycle between the 5 patterns, and up/down controls to control the 5 levels of intensity.

Dame Arc Review: Shit Vibrations

The Dame Arc’s vibrations are pretty pathetic.

Since I’m much more of a clitoral than a G-spot gal when it comes to vibrations, I decided to test this toy on my clit as well as internally. My clit was halfway to numb before I got anything approaching an orgasm out of it.

Obviously not everyone is into the kind of high-powered vibrations that I’m into, but in my anecdotal experience the overwhelming majority of people with vulvas would take stronger and rumblier vibrations over this weak, buzzy offering.

What I’m saying is: if you like gentle vibrations, sure, get this toy. (Except don’t because it’s a hundred fucking quid and a $25 equivalent will do the same thing.)

Verdict

Meh.

I’ll definitely be using this toy again, but I’ll leave it switched off and use it as a G-spot dildo. I highly doubt I’ll ever reach for it again for the vibrations.

The Dame Arc is also too expensive for what it is. You can get an excellent curved G-spot dildo for less than half the price, and the Queen of G-spot toys for only £30 more. There are both better and cheaper vibrators out there.

So yeah. I called it. Great shape, shit vibrations.

You can buy the Arc from retailers such as Good Vibes and Babeland, where it retails for $99.

Thanks to Lovehoney for sending me the Dame Arc to review. All views, as always, my own. Affiliate links appear in this post.

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[Toy Review] BOB Pink Allure Wand

Published on by Amy

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
Image: TooTimid

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] 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
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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.