I wanted to review the Blush Novelties Gaia Eco Biodegradable Recyclable Vibrator for a few reasons. First, it’s (way) under $50. It’s that classic vibrator design. And it’s made of starch-based bioplastic.

What the hell is starch-based bioplastic? Uhm, I’m not really sure. But what I do know, because I asked a Blush rep, is that it’s as nonporous and nontoxic as ABS plastic.

And apparently, according to Blush, the Gaia Eco “is created using less energy and creates less greenhouse gas emissions than any other sex toy on the market.” That’s why I chose to review this particular vibrator over the countless others of the same design.

I also wanted to review the Gaia Eco because it uses 2 AA batteries which tend to make vibes more powerful than the more commonly used AAA batteries. Plus, I like the idea of the twist dial control. I have another inexpensive, battery operated vibrator with a twist dial and I think the variable speed is better than a button that gives you three set speeds.

First impressions out of the box started with, wow and ended with, puzzlement. I took the Gaia Eco out of its minimal packaging, popped in the batteries, turned the dial and thought:  Wow, this thing is pretty strong and rumbly, especially for a battery operated vibe.

Then I noticed this weird loose ring thing right above the cap. This is where I became puzzled. Why did they do that? It’s kind of annoying because even with the cap closed tightly, that ring is still loose. You can spin it around. So, I guess it would suck if you lost it and it also provides an area for lube and vag gunk to live.

Seriously, what’s with that ring?

You could remove the ring and carefully wipe that part of the vibe clean. In fact, you should be careful whenever cleaning this vibe anyway because it’s splash-proof only.

You can clean this vibe (don’t submerge it) with soap and water or a toy cleaner. Any kind of lube will work. It doesn’t come with a travel pouch but a vibe like this would be good for travel because you can pack it separately from the batteries and not have to worry about a TSA incident.

Alright, now for the real test. Does the Gaia Eco impress me enough to add it to my Sex Toys $50 and Under That Don’t Suck list?

Well, first of all, I’d like to mention that you can use this vibe internally and externally (but don’t use anally). The thing is, for me personally, the shape of this vibe does nothing for my vag. Some folks might like it though. This is just a preference thing, really. It’s not going to provide much girth either at 1” in diameter.

Because of my personal preferences, I mainly consider vibes like the Gaia Eco to be clitoral vibes. So, how did it feel on my clit? Lets just say that after the first orgasm I was left thinking: did a $15 vibrator really just do that? The vibration is nice and rumbly and I found that I didn’t need to turn the dial up to high. It took a little longer to achieve orgasm than it does with my favorite clit vibe but maybe because of that, the orgasms felt more intense. And yes, I said “orgasms” because I tried for my magic number – 3 in a sesh – and The Gaia Eco didn’t let me down. Also, some folks will be interested to know that the vibration doesn’t seem to dampen under pressure.

So, what’s the verdict? Can I put the Blush Gaia Eco in my Sex Toys $50 and Under That Don’t Suck category? I want to scream, “yes” but I can only say, “yes.” And that’s because of that weird loose ring. Some might find it annoying. But I don’t think it’s a total deal breaker. I just wish they hadn’t made it that way. Maybe they can take this feedback and update the design to eliminate that ring and possibly make it waterproof too. Then I could enthusiastically recommend it as a great toy under $50.

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I would also like to share a few words about Blush Novelties. They haven’t always been a company beloved by some bloggers. There was once a little dust-up between Blush and another company that is widely respected in the industry. That angered a lot of bloggers.

They also still do make toys out of porous materials that I don’t recommend but lately, I’m excited about Blush’s new offerings. I think they’re focusing more and more on body-safe nonporous materials and that’s awesome. Especially so when you consider that they tend to produce toys on the more affordable end of the spectrum. I am considering several new Blush toys that I’d like to review for you.

Blush once acknowledged the role us bloggers have had in helping them design toys that we can approve of. But I also think there’s something else going on. Blush has hired one very well-known and respected sex educator, Ducky Doolittle, and I’m sure that she has a lot of input on product development and design.

So, I can comfortably say that at this point, I like the direction that Blush is going in. Because we need more lower cost, body-safe toys that don’t suck.

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Betty’s Toy Box provided the Blush Novelties Gaia Eco in exchange for an unbiased review.

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It has been awhile but I’m back to review the Aneros Vice. This was a toy that I was very interested in trying because I’ve owned the Helix for a few years and have had pretty good success with it. The fact that the Vice has a removable vibe is what really intrigued me. How much of a difference would vibration make? That’s what I was looking to uncover in this review.

The packaging for the Vice is pretty cool. It definitely lets you know what you’re in store for. It displays a “Winner of the AVN “O” award for outstanding product design for men” sticker and “over 1 million sold” on the outer packaging. The red outer sleeve has a pic of the Vice on the front and a description on the back. The storage case on the inside is a little more stealthy. It’s a red folding box that has Aneros written on the sides. The Vice and its vibe sit in a plastic form fitted piece that also contains the user’s manual. Storing this in plain view might not be a problem because anybody who knows what Aneros is will understand. But it’s also unusual enough that it might lead to questions.

The bullet vibe uses 1 AAA battery and is crafted from stainless steel. The Vice is constructed of high quality, medical grade silicone so, glycerin and paraben free water-based lube is recommended.

The first thing that I noticed is the size difference between the Helix and Vice. The Vice tip width is 1 1/4” compared to the Helix’s 1 1/16”. The Vice mid ridge width is 1 1/4” to the Helix’s 15/16”. Both have an insertion length of 4”. If you have any experience with butt plugs or other prostate toys, size shouldn’t be a problem.

The tabs at the base of the Vice are also different from the Helix. The perineum abutment tab (massages the taint) and the Kundalini or K-tab (which provides pressure on the Kundalini spot between your buttocks) are smooth and very comfortable. No more hard plastic edges rubbing my skin, which was a problem with the Helix. Once inserted, this toy stays in place and is very snug. Removal takes some effort.

The first time I used it, I wasn’t expecting the mind-blowing hands free orgasm or the multiple prostate orgasms but the main thing I noticed was how comfortable it is. Insertion was slow and steady but not painful or uncomfortable at all. Of course, I’m not shy with the lube and you shouldn’t be either. Once in place you can definitely tell that you’re hitting the prostate because of that having to pee feeling.

The breathing and squeezing technique with the Vice is a lot more intense than with the Helix because of the size, which gives you a more full feeling. It was very easy to get into that relaxed squeezing mood and I’m not sure how much time went by but I had quite a bit of leaking happening and I hadn’t even turned on the vibe.

The vibe has 3 different vibration strength settings with 2 patterns in those settings. They go from low, medium, and high. The vibration functions are steady, low to high (escalating), and tap tap tap.

The low constant vibration is very soothing and relaxing. It’s soft enough to get you warmed up but not too intense to be overwhelming. I found the low setting to be a good place to try the patterns. After a while the constant vibration is a bit much because it seems to numb things and feels a little too predictable when combined with the squeezing and relaxing. The low to high escalating pattern was the one that I found to be the best. When you’re squeezing and holding in this setting, each repetition feels like you’re building closer and closer to an orgasm. The tap tap tap pattern was too predictable and I found it to be distracting.

The medium setting is my favorite. The vibrations are very intense and feel more like a rumble. The constant setting is very powerful but after a while will make things numb. The tap tap tap pattern was a bit more pleasurable but still felt predictable. Again, the low to high escalation is my favorite pattern. The vibrations are intense enough to keep you going but not too high to numb the area. This resonates all the way up to your lower abdominals. Squeezing with the medium power escalation pattern was bar none, the best part.

The high setting is definitely that. It’s more like a buzz than a rumble. The vibrations didn’t make me numb but very sensitive and tingly. I wasn’t able to stay on the constant vibration setting for more than a few minutes because it didn’t feel like I was building toward an orgasm at all. It felt more like just a vibrator. The tap tap tap pattern felt a lot better on this speed than the others but I think the little break in the rhythm combined with the high vibrations made me feel like my prostate was under attack. The low to high escalation is next level stuff. The rumble at the bottom and the buzz at the top are very intense. I found that after using this pattern for a while though, things leveled off and didn’t seem like I was building toward an orgasm.

Clean-up is very easy. I recommend putting a small amount of lube on the vibe before inserting it into the Vice, as it will make removal a piece of cake even with lube everywhere. Antibacterial soap does the trick on the Vice but I’m a bit more cautious cleaning the vibe. There is an o-ring under the cap but it is not recommended for submerging underwater. Antibacterial wipes are perfect for cleaning the vibe. Cleaning the lube off of myself seemed to take longer than actually cleaning the toy.

I have yet to achieve the coveted hands free orgasm or multiple prostate orgasms with the Vice but I’m definitely not done trying and I’m here to tell you this is a great product. After each session I feel completely whooped. When I do have an orgasm, the length and volume far exceed regular masturbation. My ass is usually buzzing and very sensitive. The closest thing to describe this feeling is when you are on the receiving end of a good rim job. This toy also works great when combined with a blowjob. I can usually last awhile but with the Vice inserted, Dizzygirl doesn’t have to work very hard to get me off.

I had used the Vice quite a bit before writing this review because I feel it’s impossible to review a prostate toy after only one or two tries. This is a toy that you’re going to want to be patient with unless you are a very experienced prostate toy user. I’ve found this product to get better with each use. I definitely do recommend the Vice. I did find what I was looking for in reviewing this toy. The difference of having vibrations with a prostate toy is pretty incredible. I’m not going to stop using non-vibrating prostate toys but the Aneros Vice has definitely found its way into my rotation.

You can get the Aneros Vice from PeepShow Toys and save 10% with code DIZZY at checkout.

PeepShow Toys provided the Aneros Vice in exchange for an unbiased review.

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Jimmyjane has always been a bit of pretentious brand. I know I’ve said this before but it bears repeating. At one time, they were advertising a ride on a private jet for $35,000. You’d have to spend over $100 to get any of the vibes in their Form line. I really liked the Form 4 but the Form 6 was ridiculously bad and totally not worth the exorbitant price.

Somewhat recently, the same company that owns Pipedream (a company that I don’t support) bought Jimmyjane. So, that might be what led to the creation of their new Intro line of vibes. I do like the idea that they’re trying to offer more affordable toys. These vibes are all made of body-safe silicone – I wouldn’t be reviewing them if they weren’t – they’re waterproof and batteries are included, which are probably the best attributes of any of them.

A couple of their Intro vibes come in the same shapes as their Form vibes (the 2 and 6) but they use batteries instead of being rechargeable. I was disappointed to find that they all use 2 AAA batteries with the exception of the Intro 1, which uses three watch batteries – uhm, no. Early in my reviewing career I would have been more forgiving of a vibe powered by watch batteries but now? Not so much. Actually, I’m kind of surprised that Jimmyjane would put their “prestigious” name on a vibe that uses watch batteries.

Given the fact that they’re powered by AAA batteries and watch batteries, they’re not nearly as powerful as Jimmyjane’s rechargeable Form vibes. I think maybe they could have gotten more power using 2 AA batteries instead. Would it have been that difficult to design them that way?

Browsing Jimmyjane’s offerings, I realized that if you wanted a small, watch battery-powered vibe, you could get their Iconic Bullet. It probably feels a lot like the Intro 1, which is weak and buzzy, but I don’t think it has patterns. If you simply must have patterns, the Intro 1 is 12 bucks more but since patterns don’t do much of anything for me, I don’t think it’s worth it. Suffice to say, I’m not impressed with the Intro 1. Not even a little. But at least it’s made of body-safe silicone and it’s waterproof.

Honestly, this vibe didn’t blow me away either but if you want something similar that costs less, I can recommend the BMS Factory Rain Vibe. It’s small, waterproof, uses one AAA (instead of 3 friggin watch batteries) and has more power than the Intro 1. Then again, I think a gentle breeze across my clit would be more stimulating than the Intro 1.

Next up we have the Intro 2, which looks a lot like the Form 2 or, what many like to call… the tooth vibe. I’ve tried one of these pronged vibes before and that one did nothing for me. My clit just doesn’t work that way. I almost always use vibes on the right side of my clit (it’s a righty) or on top. The left side doesn’t get a lot of love but it doesn’t really want any so, the Intro 2 isn’t designed for me in mind. But different clits do like different things and as I understand it, some people actually like the Form 2 so, maybe those people would also like the Intro 2. It might be hard to be objective since the Intro 2 isn’t my kind of vibe but I feel like it’s rather weak and buzzy. It’s like sandwiching my clit between two frenzied bees on meth.

The Intro 4 looks nothing like the Form 4 (which I love for clit stim) and the shape of it totally did not excite me in any way. And you might be noticing a pattern here… it was pretty much weak and buzzy. I really don’t have anything else to say about this one. It’s totally forgettable and I don’t even think Jimmyjane needed to add it to the collection.

The one vibe in the Intro line that I thought might have half a chance of impressing me was the Intro 6. Yes, I hated the Form 6 but I thought its shape was OK for G-spotting so, I figured the Intro 6 at least had that going for it.

So, was the Intro 6 the saving grace of the Intro line? Well, I did like it the best but that’s not saying much. As expected, the shape is pretty good for G-spotting but it just doesn’t have enough power for me. My G-spot needs more power than my clit does so, the Intro 6 just doesn’t make the cut. On my clit if feels… just OK. It’s kind of boring and as with all these Intro vibes, it’s weak and buzzy. It’ll work in a pinch but I have other vibes I would much rather use for clit stim. It’s like, I can orgasm with it on my clit but I don’t enjoy it all that much.

A good alternative to the Intro 6 is a vibe that I really do like and it’s only $9 more. The Lovelife Cuddle is more powerful and rechargeable. The only complaint I have about it is that it’s splash-proof and not waterproof. But I don’t use my toys in the bath so, that’s fine with me.

Overall, I’m just totally underwhelmed with the Jimmyjane Intro vibes. I know I can’t expect the same level of quality and powerful vibration as a $100+ vibrator but still… I really can’t get excited about any of these vibes. And that ain’t just the depression talking.

This isn’t an attempt to sugarcoat but I have to say it – if you don’t need deep, powerful vibration then these vibes might work for you. I still recommend you stay far away from the Intro 1. It’s just awful. Get that Rain Vibe instead if you want a small, battery-powered vibe like that. I think for the price points of the Intro vibes there are similar battery-powered vibes that feel about the same and cost less. In other words, I just don’t think these vibrators are anything special.

The Jimmyjane Intro vibes were provided by a retailer I am no longer affiliated with, in exchange for an unbiased review.

I believe this is a Carpenter Bee. There were many. They didn’t seem to mind the vibrator photo shoot.

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I set about on a mission to try to find more inexpensive sex toys that don’t totally suck. I knew this would be a difficult task but it would be one that I owe to my readers. So, I requested a couple of low-priced vibrators. The first I reviewed ended up being not so bad. But this one? I’m afraid we have a dud (sad trombone).

I had hope for the Rain Textured Bullet and was excited to try it when I saw that it’s made by BMS Factory – the company that makes the incredible Swan Wand and inventors of PowerBullet technology that makes their vibes strong and rumbly. I was really curious to see what they could do with a cheap, single AAA battery-powered bullet vibe.

Turns out, they couldn’t do much. And maybe I expect too much. Perhaps there’s a limit to the power and rumble you can get out of a vibe running on a single AAA battery. But my clit doesn’t seem to care about the Rain Bullet’s limitations. It wants absolutely nothing to do with it. If my clit could yawn from boredom and frustration, it would.

The surface texture, which is kind of like little droplets of water only it’s hard plastic, feels kind of interesting but the vibrations are weak, buzzy, shallow and unremarkable¹. Now for me, this qualifies as a major fail but… your clit might be different from mine. It might not want strong and rumbly. It might like milder, surface level vibrations. In that case, this might not be a bad buy for you. But definitely stay away if you’re even halfway to being a power queen. The Rain Bullet will do nothing but annoy you.

I like the color choices, especially the blue but that’s not nearly enough to make me change my mind about this vibe. I simply can’t give it my stamp of approval.

It has 3 steady vibration levels, 4 patterns and it’s waterproof. The package says it’s powered by PowerBullet but it sure doesn’t feel like my other PowerBullet vibes. You care for the Rain Bullet like any other plastic vibe and for more on that go here. Any kind of lube is compatible.

I know this is a rather short review but I really don’t have much more that I can say about this vibe². Even when you factor in the low price, I still find it underwhelming. If you’re really sensitive, you might like the Rain Textured Bullet but otherwise, don’t even consider getting it because it’ll only piss you off.  My advice, really?  Save up to get a We-Vibe Tango.  It’s worth the investment. But never fear my dear readers, my quest to find lower priced toys that don’t totally suck will continue and you know that I’ll be honest about it if they do.

The Rain Textured Bullet was provided by a retailer I am no longer affiliated with, in exchange for an unbiased review.

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I wasn’t sure if I was going to like the Pleasure Works Silky G vibe. I mean, it has a pokey, pointy tip and runs on AAA batteries, which means it wasn’t going to be super powerful and it would probably be buzzy to boot. But I was talking to the folks over at (a retailer I am no longer affiliated with) and mentioned that I’d like to try some less expensive toys and hopefully, find some that don’t suck, which is tough to do, by the way. They said that they get a lot of good feedback on the Silky G so I said, “why not?” I wasn’t all that optimistic but then… I tried it.

I settled in with the Silky G, my waterproof sex blanket, a tube of my newest fave water-based lube and my beloved clit vibe, the Lust L2. First, I used the Silky G on my clit and it wasn’t bad but didn’t blow me away either. I probably could have gotten off with it if I’d really tried but I wanted to save the orgasm for when I paired it up with the L2. It had been a long time since I had a blended orgasm. Not that I’ve had trouble having them, I’ve just been lazy and only using clit vibes lately.

I lubed it up and pushed it into my vagina, honestly expecting the pointy tip to be uncomfortable but it wasn’t at all, not in the least. I do know that some folks hate pokey G-spot toys though and that’s something to consider. It hit my G-spot like it had laser guided precision. I started moving it around and thought, “oh, that’s nice I think I’ll turn on the vibration” and once I did, I instantly felt that sensation like I needed to urinate, which is common for a lot of folks when G-spotting. I had a strong hunch that the Silky G just might give me a lovely blended orgasm.

I couldn’t lube up my L2 fast enough and when I got everything in place and started moving each vibe around in the ways that usually lead to orgasm, the dual stim felt incredible. My PC muscles contracted hard and it felt like I was building up to a strong orgasm. Then, instead of thrusting with the Silky G, I started twisting it from side to side a little and it was like someone opened the flood gates. My orgasm exploded and I squirted all over my sex blanket. Good thing I decided to use it.

It’s true, the Silky G is pointy and will be irritating to some people and yes, it’s kind of buzzy at the highest speed and no, it’s probably not going to make power or girth¹ fanatics very happy but it sure shocked the shit out of me. And at less than $20, I really didn’t expect that.

The Silky G is about as simple as a vibrator gets – no bells and whistles. Just an old-school-like dial on the base that adjusts the speed from low to high. I actually kind of like how uncomplicated it is. Plus, you’re not stuck on 3 set speeds, you can adjust the speed incrementally to fine tune it to exactly where you like it. Another nice thing? It comes in colors other than pink and purple.

This vibe is made of hard plastic and has a nice silky finish – hence the name, I guess. It’s waterproof and fairly easy to clean but it does have an annoying seam on the shaft. It doesn’t bother me when I’m using it but I’m annoyed that it’s there because it can collect lube and vag gunk². Since the Silky G is plastic, your lube choices are not limited at all. Use any kind you like. Silicone-based, water-based and hybrid lubes are all compatible with this vibe.

For under 20 bucks, I really can’t complain too much about the Pleasure Works Silky G. Sure, it’s all those things I mentioned – pointy, buzzy and not terribly powerful but you know what? It still gives me wonderful blended orgasms, despite all that. Obviously, this is not a MONA 2 caliber vibe but again… it’s less than 20 bucks!

I might not recommend the Silky G to someone who hasn’t perfected the art of finding their G-spot, simply because I believe that a toy with a larger, broader head makes it easier but once you’ve got the hang of stimulating your G-spot, I think you’ll zero right in on it with the Silky G. So, if you want something basic and cheap that doesn’t totally suck, give the Silky G a try.

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It’s pretty much what you’d expect from a $25 vibe. It’s not powerful and it’s very much surface buzzy. However, it can actually give me orgasms that feel pretty good. Granted the first time, I was coming off a dry spell and a subtle breeze across my clit might have done the job just as well. But it is what it is… an inexpensive vibe. And I know there are folks looking for just that.

If you don’t need a lot of power and you like buzzy vibrations then the Bamboo by Rocks-Off is probably going to be a great little vibe for you. It’s just the type that you can tuck into your purse or pack for a trip. It would be great for travel because you wouldn’t be heartbroken if it got lost, damaged or stolen. You could pack the single AAA battery separately to avoid any vibrating luggage incidents.

I hesitate to recommend cheaper buzzier vibes to beginners simply because they’re inexpensive. Just because someone is a beginner, it doesn’t mean that weak and buzzy vibrations are going to get them off. But I can say that if you’ve never tried vibration on your clit before and you’re wondering if you’ll even like it, this wouldn’t be a terrible purchase. Just know that much more powerful rumbly vibrators do exist if this one doesn’t do it for you, though you’ll be paying quite a bit more for them.

I think my clit’s personality has been changing a bit lately because when I first felt the Bamboo’s vibration, I did not expect it to get me off. And yet it did, fairly easily. I also notice that I’m not using my powerful vibes at full throttle (on my clit) very much anymore. So, maybe I’m becoming more sensitive. That’s not to say that I don’t enjoy my more powerful, rumbly vibrators much more than the Bamboo but I’m still quite surprised that this little vibe can get the job done for me.

The Bamboo has three levels of steady vibration and annoyingly starts on the highest. The lowest level is far too weak for me and the highest level is too buzzy. So, I enjoy this vibe most on the middle setting. It does also have 7 patterns but I usually don’t care much about patterns and this vibe didn’t change my mind on that.

This vibe is waterproof and made of body-safe ABS plastic. You can use any kind of lube you like with it. Clean it up with soap and water or, if you feel the need to sanitize it, a mild 10% bleach solution can be used. One AAA battery is included and the vibe even has a 6 month guarantee.

Bamboo, Tango, Lipstick

The Bamboo certainly isn’t going to join the ranks of my favorite clit vibes but come on, what can you get these days for $25? Can you even feed a family at Taco Bell for that anymore? You know how some people wear their fake diamonds when they’re on vacation because they don’t want their good jewelry getting lost or stolen? This vibe is kind of like that. It works in a pinch and you can take it with you everywhere and not really have to worry about it.

I’m always trying to find decent inexpensive sex toys because I know that the luxury stuff just isn’t practical for some folks. I think this vibe is good for what it is and its price. If you know that this kind of vibe isn’t going to do it for you and you’re willing to spend more and would like something close to the same size, I highly recommend the We-Vibe Tango. But you really can’t directly compare the Bamboo to the Tango. They are very different vibrators at very different price points.

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LELO isn’t a company that I promote anymore. I encourage you to read this before purchasing their products.

I am totally bewildered by the LELO LUNA Smart Bead. It’s like, I don’t want to believe that LELO released something this lame. But I have to believe it because there’s been a slew of what-the-fuck products from LELO lately. Most notably, the Ida and Ora – the Ora having been so bad that they immediately released the Ora 2, which apparently still sucks. I’ve tried neither of those toys but I’ve read enough reviews to know they’re a train wreck and it’s looking like the LUNA Smart Bead is another disaster.

The LUNA Smart Bead is supposed to be a pelvic floor muscle exerciser. It’s supposed to somehow sense how strong your muscles are and it’s supposed to progress you through 5 levels depending on your performance. You’re also supposed to be able to feel the vibration, as that’s the whole point. You squeeze your muscles when it vibrates and release when it stops. Except, I can barely feel it vibrating at all. I’m laying there like: Is it vibrating? Did it finish? What’s going on down there? Hello? Is this thing on? And yes, I used a fresh battery.

So, maybe since I can’t feel the vibration very well, I’m not flexing when I’m supposed to or for long enough and that must make the LUNA Smart Bead think I have some weak-ass PC muscles. It’s possible that I’ve been lied to but I’ve been told by more than one fella that I have incredible control of my PC muscles. So according to penises my vag can tighten like vice grip but according to the Smart Bead, it’s all weak and flabby and needs to pump some iron. Maybe it just hurts my pride but I really did expect the Smart Bead to start me out on at least level 3. Another reviewer suspects that it’s not sensing anything at all and just starts out on level one regardless of how toned your PC muscles are and that might very well be true.

So OK, it starts me out on level one… big deal. I could still use it to exercise my muscles except that whole thing about not feeling it. This thing needs to have a MUCH stronger motor. Maybe I just have a numb vagina because I don’t feel regular kegel balls bouncing around either. But I really thought I’d be able to feel the Smart Bead better than this.

Also making me question LELO’s sanity, is the fact that they made the Smart Bead battery operated. Very odd for a company known for its high quality rechargeable vibrators. Apparently, they opted to make it battery operated to keep the price reasonable but I don’t think it is. I think the price is too high for what this thing does… or, what it doesn’t do.

As much as I’d like to skip it, I’ll briefly cover some of the details of the Smart Bead. It’s silicone. It runs on one AAA battery (one is included). It supposedly remembers your training history even when you change the battery. It’s supposed to be waterproof but other reviewers have found that gunk seeped in at the seam where it opens. I noticed a small trace amount of something when I opened it up. It comes in two colors: pink and pinker.

It has one button. Press to turn it on. The light will blink the number of times for the level you’re on. Three blinks means you’re on level 3. Press and hold to turn it off. You can also put it into continuous vibration mode for, as LELO hilariously says, pleasure. But if this thing fails at its intended purpose as a kegel exerciser, I highly doubt it’s going to be strong enough to bring anyone any pleasure.

I think I’ve liked everything I’ve tried from LELO up to this point. This is my first real disappointment and I’m certain I would have also been disappointed by the other flops they’ve released this year. I’m really hoping LELO is on an upward swing with the recently released Mona Wave (which I should have soon) and another vibrator that I can’t talk about yet (but stay tuned).

Bottom line? I gotta say skip this one. Maybe get the original LUNA Beads instead. I haven’t tried them yet but several reliable reviewers have great things to say about them and they cost a lot less. And if you’re not necessarily looking for a kegel exerciser but you want something from LELO that kicks ass then get yourself a MONA 2. It is the absolute best vibe LELO makes and I highly recommend it.

I should probably be ranting and raving about how much the Smart Bead sucks but I don’t even care that much. It’s not even worth getting snarky about it. It’s such a let down that I just want to forget it and move on – like it never happened. What else can I really say about the LUNA Smart Bead? It just doesn’t work for me and I can’t imagine it working well for anyone else either.

LELO provided the LUNA Smart Bead in exchange for an unbiased review.

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Horrible. Simply horrible. And I knew it would be from the moment I laid eyes on it. From its 2 AAA battery power source to its stabby little rabbit ears… it’s all just so awful. Finding a compatible rabbit vibe for me is tricky and I would never have chosen this one. But that’s part of the Cal Ex Sexpert review program – it’s kind of like a box of chocolates and you never know what you’re going to get. In this case, someone dropped a giant deuce in the chocolate box.

The Entice Natalie doesn’t even come close to fitting me right but that isn’t the only reason I hate it. I resent those bunny ears. I really do. Have those things ever worked for anyone? And these particular rabbit ears are stiff and stabby, which did not feel good just below my clit where they jabbed me incessantly. I mean, unless you’re a masochist (and if you are, that’s cool) a vibrator should not create stabby sensations on your delicate bits. For a moment I was compelled to commit horrible acts of violence against this vibe, just like I did to this one. I really wanted to amputate those wretched ears but I knew it really wouldn’t make this vibe suck any less. This is another one of those rabbit vibes that are made for folks with short spacing between their vagina and clit. I am not one of those people.

I’ve reviewed a few things from Cal Ex’s Entice line and haven’t been really impressed with any of them. They’re cheaper vibes and I know we need options for those who can’t afford luxury vibrators but I can’t help it if they suck. My advice is always to save up and get something that will last and won’t let you down. I wouldn’t recommend this vibe even as a low cost option. I just don’t know what kind of person it would actually work well for and I don’t want people thinking that this is how sex toys are… that this is how they’re supposed to feel. I think you deserve so much better than what this vibe can offer you.

I think the Natalie might be a touch rumblier than the other Entice vibes I reviewed¹ – which were predictably weak and buzzy. But I can’t compare the vibrations since I cared so little for the others that I gave them all away… for free. So, if the fact that it is ill fitting, has stabby ears and lackluster vibration wasn’t enough, there’s also  not much of a handle and that makes it awkward to hold onto.

I was getting kind of angry trying to make this thing work for me the way it is intended while avoiding being stabbed by the god awful ears. Then I thought to myself, why am I doing this? Why try so hard to make a sucky vibe work for me, even a little? But then I felt challenged by the damn thing to make it induce an orgasm somehow and used it in a way it’s not really designed for. I pulled it out of my vag and used the tip of the shaft on my clit. It’s like, somewhere in my mind I could not accept that this vibe, as awful as it may be, would fail in giving me an orgasm. It was like a personal goal to get off with the stupid thing. It did finally give me an orgasm using it that way. It wasn’t very enjoyable getting there and once it arrived, it was a weak pitiful little thing… just a total let down.

The specs on this vibe? It’s silicone, waterproof, easy to clean, has 3 levels of steady vibration and 7 patterns, is available in 3 uninspired colors, comes in a flimsy box and has no storage pouch. If you do decide to get this², water-based lube is probably the safest choice since some silicone-based lube can sometimes damage some silicone sex toys.

And that’s about it. That’s all I really have to say about this vibe. I don’t like it… not one single thing³. It doesn’t fit me and it hurts my delicate bits. I would not have chosen this vibe for myself because it just looks like one that wouldn’t work for me and the reality is that it doesn’t. Big surprise there. But even though I knew it was going to be a total disaster, I still tried to go into testing it with an open mind because, ya just never know. Right? However, I was not pleasantly surprised by this vibe. It did what I thought it would and felt like I knew it would. And I don’t even know who I could recommend it to. All I can really say is, better luck next time. Maybe someday I’ll find that low priced diamond in the rough.

Update: This vibe needed another strike against it like I need another hole in my head but… I washed and dried it in preparation of storing it away forever and ever.  I went to remove the batteries and there was a lot of moisture in the battery compartment.  So, I’m not really confident in the claim that it’s waterproof.  Is there anything left that positively doesn’t suck?

Want to check out a Cal Ex vibe that I did really like? Take a look at the Embrace G Wand. It’s going to cost more than anything in the Entice line but it’s actually a really good vibe.

Cal Ex provided the Entice Natalie in exchange for an unbiased review.

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Participating in CalExotics’ Sexpert program, I am eligible to get a new sex toy to review every month, as long as I get them done on time, which I haven’t been great at lately. You get to make a wish-list but there’s no guarantee that you will receive anything on it. I haven’t so far. So, it’s very likely that something totally random will show up on my door step and it might not necessarily be something I would have chosen for myself. That was the case with the CalEx Mix It Up vibrator that I received for review. It really wasn’t something I could get excited about, which might account for my delay in reviewing it.

Well, it’s nice to know that I can still be surprised. I wasn’t expecting much from the Mix It Up, especially since it runs on AAA batteries. Vibrators like that are often weaker than I like. I won’t say that this vibrator is a powerful one by any means but it’s really not terrible. Power queens need not concern themselves with this vibrator but for more sensitive folks, this vibrator just might do it for you. It did it for me, totally unexpectedly.

The vibrations lie somewhere toward the middle of buzzy and rumbly, leaning slightly more toward the buzzy side, though not extremely so. It isn’t a numbing kind of vibration at all. The Mix It Up feels pretty good internally and I do get some mild G-spot stimulation out of it. When I pair it up with a clit vibe I do achieve moderately intense blended orgasms. Not the kind of orgasms that have me seeing stars but still quite enjoyable. There are some undulating ribs that swirl around the middle of the shaft and it’s a very subtle texture. My vagina is very particular about texture and it didn’t seem to mind. This vibrator is not squishy at all. It’s silicone over hard plastic, which I tend to prefer since it allows me to put strong pressure on my G-spot.

Where this vibrator really shines for me though, is on my clit. I was totally caught of guard by how good it felt. It had me approaching orgasm pretty quickly. The vibration is concentrated toward the end and that slightly pointed tip nestles down between my labia very comfortably. The orgasm came with relative ease. I’ve had to work a lot harder with much more expensive vibrators. I was in disbelief that this vibrator could get me off so easily. Just goes to show that you can’t always judge something without trying it.

The Mix It Up is made of body-safe silicone and plastic and it’s waterproof so, it’s easy to clean. Soap and water will work, as would a toy cleaner. If you need to sanitize it, you can bathe it in a 10% bleach solution. It’s probably best to use water-based lube with this vibrator since some silicone lube can damage some silicone sex toys.

I do have a couple of complaints about this vibrator. First of all, it’s loud. I mean, really loud. If discretion is required then maybe this won’t be the vibrator for you. Then there’s the button. It’s big and it’s sensitive. I’m constantly turning it on by accident. So, that could also be a problem if you need discretion. It’s also annoying when you bump it ever so slightly while you’re using it and it switches to the next mode.

The vibrator starts on high steady vibration, then goes to medium and low. It feels counterintuitive and it’s a small annoyance. There are 7 patterns of varying pulsation and escalation. CalEx names them – Gradient Burst, Intermittent, Surge, Inta-Surge, Even Step, Roller Coaster Spurt and Pulsate. Press and hold the button at any time to turn it off. When you turn it back on, it will start in the mode that comes after the one you were on when you shut it off.

The packaging for the Mix It Up is very minimal and not really suitable for storage. You also don’t get a storage pouch. I find that a zip-lock bag works fairly well. The silicone has a powder soft matte finish that has very little drag and it’s not a lint magnet. This vibrator measures about 7 inches in total length with 4.5 inches from the tip to the silver band where the cap twists on. It has an average size girth of 1.35 inches at the widest point. There are three color choices – Pink, Purple and Teal.

I absolutely was not expecting to like this vibrator but guess what… I do. Truthfully, it’s not going to replace my favorite rechargeable luxury vibrators but really, for the price of this thing, it’s actually not bad. I think experienced sex toy enthusiasts might be bored with it but I honestly think this would be good for a beginner who’s trying to figure out what they like.¹ If you are a beginner, just know that there are much more powerful vibrators out there but the Mix It Up is a good place to start, if you want to try a vibrator that’s body-safe and inexpensive… but good luck finding a place that sells it. I couldn’t find it at any of my affiliates but you can get it on Amazon (which I normally don’t recommend) but beware, it looks like some merchants are charging a ridiculous price for this vibrator. I don’t think it should be a penny over $30 and I found it priced much lower than that.

CalEx provided the Mix It Up in exchange for an unbiased review.

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The Dorcel Real Vibration M is an excellent specimen of mediocrity. It’s hard for me to get excited about this vibrator having just reviewed two exceptionally amazing sex toys, one of which has become my new favorite. But I really can’t compare the Real Vibration M to those toys, with their triple digit price tags. It’s just that, once you’ve experienced pure awesomeness, it’s really hard for anything else to measure up. To be fair, this vibe is not terrible for the price point. It’s just not nearly enough to wow me and I think it would bore experienced sex toy enthusiasts. However, it might not be a bad choice for a beginner who doesn’t want to spend a lot to find out if they like this kind of stimulation.

The Real Vibration M is a nice size and shape at 7.25” long (insertable) with a 1.5” diameter head and 1.4” diameter shaft. The size satisfies me pretty well enough but it’s the vibration that underwhelms me. The vibration isn’t the weakest I’ve felt but it certainly could be a lot stronger for my taste. Those who do not require such intense stimulation will likely be pleased with this vibrator. I think the fact that it takes 2 AA batteries rather than AAA’s gives it a little more oomph. SheVibe rates this vibrator’s strength at a 2 out of 4 and I agree with that assessment.

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This vibrator has 3 levels of steady vibration and 3 patterns of pulsation. The lowest steady vibration is actually pretty rumbly but it’s just not intense enough for me. It feels somewhat buzzier as you increase to the medium then high steady vibration. The patterns are the same as those on two other vibes I’ve reviewed, the Pipedream LeReve Sweetie Butterfly and the Cal Ex Entice Lillian. The vibration is nicely concentrated in the head. There are two buttons. One to turn it on and off and the other steps through the 6 functions.

The best thing the Real Vibration M has going for it is that it’s body-safe, phthalates free and nonporous. It’s also waterproof and easy to clean. Soap and water is usually all that’s needed but you could also use a toy cleaner. If you need to sanitize it, you can bathe it in a 10% bleach solution. You’ll probably want to stick with water-based lube since some silicone lube can damage some silicone toys.

The silicone is rather nice and has a moderate amount of drag. There is a seam but it’s not something that you feel while you’re using it. There are 3 slightly raised ridges running along the shaft but I don’t notice these much. The head is subtly pronounced and the shaft has a bit of flex toward the middle. This vibrator is fairly quiet and I don’t think it would blow your cover. There is no storage pouch, the packaging is nothing special and you only have one color choice – “Dorcel pink”.

The Real Vibration M just didn’t have enough power to make me really like it but I don’t hate it either. In my book it’s pretty average and that might be what you’re looking for when you’re just getting started with sex toys. You could do a lot worse in this price range and it’s a much better choice than some crap made of jelly rubber or TPR. For battery operated vibrators, I like the Key Ceres G a lot better than this one but then it’s also nearly double the price. So, if you’re looking for something inexpensive and body-safe with mild vibration, the Real Vibration M just might fit the bill.

SheVibe provided the Dorcel Real Vibration M in exchange for an unbiased review.

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