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Vibrator Review: Tantus Deuce 2

The Deuce 2 is not a toy I would have chosen for myself, especially lately. I’ve been going for insertables like the Tantus Curve, ones with a pronounced curve specifically designed to hit the g-spot. Though Tantus claims it is designed with the g-spot in mind I dismissed it out of hand when I first received it. It looked plain and less interesting, plus my g-spot and squirting addiction was just starting up so I had no intention of using a toy that wouldn’t get me gushing.

It definitely surprised me, however. It doesn’t have the same type of exact g-spot stimulation that other curved toys have, but the ridges on the head seem to hit my spot wonderfully as I thrust with it, especially if done at a slight angle. It is about average thickness at 1.5 inches in diameter and the head tapers so wonderfully making it very easy to insert.

As one would assume from the name there is also a Deuce 1 made by Tantus. The first of the series is thicker (1.75 inches) and while it still has two ridges the second ridge is in a much different place. It looks slightly curved, moreso than the second, but I have only seen the picture. After trying the Deuce 2 I’m quite interested in the Deuce 1 as well.

Since it is made by Tantus it is 100% medical-grade silicone, which means it is one of the very safest toy materials out there. It is non-porous and phthalate free. It can be completely sterilized (boil for 10 minutes or stick on the top rack of your dishwasher with no soap) so it can be shared between non fluid-bonded partners and orifices without worry as long as it is cleaned between holes.

Tantus says the Deuce 2 is “an ideal strap-on vibrator” for, yes, it is a vibrator not just a dildo, though with Tantus toys the difference between the two is whether or not there is a hole in the bottom of the toy made for a bullet vibe to fit in or not. The Deuce 2 does indeed have a hole for a bullet vibe and, thus, came with one. The bullet vibe is one-speed but the vibrations can be felt all the way through the toy to the tip. However, I’m not big on internal vibration, I prefer my vibes to be strong and on my clit, so I rarely use this toy as a vibrator.

As for the strap on part of “an ideal strap-on vibrator” it does work well for that. It has a nice wide base, albeit a little flimsy, so if you are going to be using it on someone who has a tendency to constrict around a toy while being fucked there is the possibility of it being pulled out of the harness. As long as you have the right size o-ring, however, it shouldn’t be too much of a problem.

I’ve used it both vaginally and anally (once it goes in your butt make sure to clean it really really well if you are going to use it vaginally again!) and I especially love the tapered head, as I mentioned before, which makes it super easy to insert with proper lubrication. The ridges on the head provide excellent stimulation while thrusting, especially for the more sensitive backdoor.

I didn’t expect to enjoy the Deuce 2, but I definitely did! I shouldn’t be too surprised, for it is made by Tantus, and I haven’t yet met a Tantus toy I haven’t enjoyed. While I wouldn’t say this is the perfect toy, or up on my top ten, it is definitely well made and well designed.

A big huge thanks to Tantus for sending me a Deuce 2 to review!

Name: Deuce 2

Manufacturer: Tantus

Material: 100% medical-grade silicone

Type: Dildo

Length: 7 inches
Width: 1.5 inches

Lube: Water- or oil-based only!

Care: General cleaning: toy cleaner, anti-bacterial soap. Sterilization: 10% bleach solution, top rack of the dishwasher with no soap, or submerged in boiling water for 10 minutes.

Rating: 3 Lotuses (out of 5) – Good & Recommended

Dildo Review: Fun Factory Wave

Fun Factory Wave

The second I saw the Fun Factory Wave I fell in love. It comes in purple and turquoise01, both colors are gorgeous and rich in true Fun Factory fashion. I absolutely love Fun Factory toys not just because they come in a wide variety of colors and extremely unique shapes but also because they only use body-safe materials.

Like most other Fun Factory toys the Wave is made out of 100% medical-grade silicone. It is glossy and smooth, so with a dab of lube02 it is easy to insert and thrust with. It is fairly hard silicone as well, not as hard as glass or metal obviously, but more firm than other silicone toys I have experienced (the Fun Factory Curve, for example is softer than Wave).

Silicone is non-porous, phthalate-free, hypoallergenic, super easy to clean and sterilize-able so it can be shared between partners (fluid-bonded or not) without having to worry about bacteria getting caught in it03 or anything like that. The easiest way to sterilize silicone is just to pop it in the dishwasher on the top rack with no soap, you can also boil it for 10 minutes in a large pot, or wipe it down with a 10% bleach solution. To clean, simply wash with soap and water. Since this is a dildo without any mechanical or buzzy vibrating parts it can be completely submerged without the risk of damage.

Fun Factory Wave

Although this is not my second Fun Factory dildo this is the second I’ve owned with this particular base, the first being Bandito. The base is nice and thick, about 1/2 inch at least, and instead of being circular it has a triangle-like shape to it. The design of the base makes it extremely easy to grip, each indent in the triangle is a perfect place to hold on to while thrusting.

It also is perfect for use in a harness. As long as you have the correct o-ring size it will not slip out as the thickness of the base prevents it from warping out of the ring. The triangle shape makes it fit well in any harness, fitting with the natural triangle shape of the pubic mound and making it extremely comfortable. While the base is not made to be a suction-cup, but it is slightly concave and can work somewhat well as one if you try.

The dildo itself is fairly long, seven and a half inches, which makes it excellent for use in a harness by a larger person04 such as myself as you can easily see it. I think longer dildos give more control over movements in some way as well, with shorter toys I tend to slip out more often, but longer ones are easier to keep inside. It is also gracefully curved and hits the g-spot easily and wonderfully. The firmness of the silicone really makes it ideal for g-spot or p-spot stimulation.

Fun Factory Wave

As you can see in the pictures above the shaft is also where Wave gets it’s name. It has three distinct “waves” in it which each are gradually larger than the other. They have a nice curve to them so they are not jarring when inserted but, rather, a pleasant sensation. They give the feeling of fullness without the shaft being too thick in and of itself.

I have used Wave both in a harness and solo and I think it shines both ways, the ridges on it are lovely, gradually increasing in side and giving delightful sensation when moving in and out. It is currently one of my favorite harness-compatible toys. If you love ribbed dildos or just want to try one I would definitely say this is a wonderful one to try.

You can find the Fun Factory Wave as well as other dildos and sex toys of every flavor on Vibrator.com. A big huge thank you to Vibrator.com for providing me with the Fun Factory Wave!

Name: Wave

Manufacturer: Fun Factory

Type: G-spot Dildo

Material: 100% Medical-grade silicone

Length: 7 1/2″ (total) 6 1/2″ (insertable)
Width: 1 3/4″
Girth: 5 1/2″

Rating: 5 Lotuses (out of 5) – Exceptional & Recommended to Everyone Without Question

  1. The color I chose, so vibrant and lovely! []
  2. Non-silicone lube ONLY unless you want your toy to die a most horrible messy splotchy sticky and gross death! []
  3. Porous toys can trap bacteria within them which can then be transferred between partners without a barrier such as a condom. Yuck! []
  4. Read: someone with a gut []

Dildo Review: Fun Factory Curve

What can I say about the Fun Factory Curve? Well, I’ve wanted this toy for quite some time, it’s quite popular and I had seen it in stores before but never got around to getting one until now.

Curve is both loved and hated, and the problem sometimes with reviewing something so intimate as sex toys is that because everyone is different no one toy will work for every person. There are toys that are mediocre which tend to run the entire continuum from love to hate, but good toys are usually more a love/hate binary because they either work perfectly or not at all. That’s my experience anyway.

Upon receiving Curve I first assessed it’s potential faults and the things I’ve read other reviewers say about it. It was softer than I expected and more flexible as well; while silicone has a wide range of pliability this was more pliable than most other Fun Factory toys I have played with. I was concerned the softness would reduce the accuracy and ability of Curve to hit my g-spot.

The other issue I’ve heard about and was worried about is the bump at the beginning. Curve has a head on it which, along with the swirls on the side, is a different texture than the rest of the shaft (this is somewhat visible in the picture above). The different texture is smoother, allowing the head to be slicker than the rest which is a wonder for insertion, but the bump on the head makes it quite a bit thicker than the rest of the toy. I’ve heard this bump can be extremely irritating and uncomfortable when in use.

So, that’s what I’ve heard. What did I think? Well…

I’m really just a beginner g-spotter but I’ve always loved combined clitoral and internal stimulation even before I knew where or what my g-spot was. The first toy to find and caress my g-spot perfectly was the Ophoria Beyond No. 3, which I love dearly, but Curve holds the title of the first toy I’ve squirted with (combined with a strong vibration on my clit), so that should tell you something!

I had no issue with this toy’s softness, it doesn’t feel soft when inside me and it had no problem hitting my g-spot wonderfully and perfectly! I didn’t find the bump on the head to be an issue either, but I’m also a bit of a size queen so those who are not used to stretching around larger objects may have difficulty with the bump. My girlfriend thought the bump was uncomfortable while thrusting, specifically coming out, because of the lip on it, but I didn’t even really notice it.

What I did notice was the curve was excellent. It isn’t as intense as on the Fun Factory Delight or even the Pure Wand, but it is more pronounced than the Ophoria Beyond No. 3.

The way I like my g-spot stimulation, I’ve come to realize, is not through thrusting but through rocking and jiggling the toy inside of me. Too much thrusting and my g-spot just gets sore and hurts, and I don’t like that! On both Marla and myself once we found the right place we were able to keep it there and jiggle and wiggle Curve around quickly to stimulate that spot over and over, resulting in (as I mentioned) quite epic and massive squirting on my part. I was highly impressed.

A big huge thank you to Adult Sensations for sending me Curve to review!
For those of you in Canada Adult Sensations comes in Canadian, and you can find the Fun Factory Curve over there as well.

Name: Curve

Manufacturer: Fun Factory

Material: 100% medical-grade silicone (non-porous and phthalate free)

Type: G-spot Dildo

Length: 8 1/2″ (total) 6 3/4″ (insertable)
Width: 1 5/8″
Girth: 5″

Lube: Water- or oil-based only.

Care: Toy cleaner, anti-bacterial soap, 10% bleach solution, top rack of the dishwasher, or boiling.

Rating: 5 Lotuses (out of 5) – Exceptional & Recommended to Everyone Without Question

Dildo Review: Tantus Feeldoe More

You can find the Feeldoe More, Stout, Original, and Slim, along with other Dildos and sex toys of every flavor on SexToy.Com.

Name: Feeldoe More

Manufacturer: Tantus

Type: Double-ended Dildo, Harnessless strap-on

Material: 100% Medical-grade silicone

Length: 10″
Insertable Length: 7 1/2″ (shaft), 3 3/4″ (bulb)

Width: 1 3/8″ (shaft), 1 3/4″ (bulb)
Girth: 5 1/2″ (shaft), 5″ (bulb)

Lube: Water- or oil-based only.

Care: Toy cleaner, anti-bacterial soap, 10% bleach solution, top rack of the dishwasher, or boiling.

Rating: 3 Lotuses (out of 5) – Good & Recommended

Much thanks to SexToy.Com for letting me review the Feeldoe More!

Dildo Review: Belladonna’s Magic Hand

belladonna's magic hand

We agreed to receive Belladonna’s Extreme Pussy and Ass for Onyx to review and got an extra Belladonna surprise, Belladonna’s Magic Hand, you may have noticed it on the bookshelf behind me in many of my latest video reviews. Now, Belladonna’s pretty awesome and I’ve been a fan of hers for quite some time, but putting a replica of her hand inside myself has never really been on my list of things “to do.”

I knew I was going to put her inside me, however, as I wouldn’t review something without actually using it first. Belladonna’s Magic Hand is made out of Sili-gel, as mentioned above, which is semi-porous and because of that it can never be completely sterilized. The hand has a funky smell to it, almost a chemical fruit smell, though mostly just rubbery.

To use her hand safely I stretched a regular condom over her fingers and down her wrist which was snug but surprisingly easy to do. Using a condom keeps the hand from picking up or transferring any bacteria to your naughty bits and also means you can share the hand if you want to.

I’ll be honest, I was extremely apprehensive about putting this thing inside of me. I knew because I was using a condom it was safe as far as the material was concerned but the idea of sticking someone’s disembodied hand up my cunt (that also kind of reminds me of Thing from The Addams Family) was not appealing. At all. However, I was also extremely curious and knew I would have to try it eventually.

We got me warmed up before pressing the rather long fingers inside of me, and actually got her up to the knuckles, which was actually a very nice stretch. It’s huge, obviously, as it’s a replica of a hand, which was great for an aspiring size queen such as myself but would definitely be too big for most and is something that needs a lot of warm up before-hand (pun intended).

When turned sideways her hand hit something and hurt, but up or upside down she was okay, though her fingers were too long to get her inside me past her knuckles.

Personally, the reason I enjoy fisting is because it stretches me open and also because it hits the g-spot. While Belladonna’s hand definitely stretched me nicely there was no g-spot contact whatsoever, which was highly disappointing. Stretching only goes so far for me and neither Onyx or myself are anywhere near being able to take this toy in our backdoors which may be a completely different and possibly better experience.

The creep factor was just a little too high for me on this toy, and that coupled with the fingers being too long–though I know it’s a replica of an actual hand so that’s not really able to be changed, but they could have been curled up a bit to give some nice g-spot stimulation–just means that while I’m definitely going to be displaying this toy for amusement purposes I can pretty much guarantee I will never use it again. It wasn’t horrible, but just not good either.

Much thanks to Tabu Toys sex toys for letting me review Belladonna’s Magic Hand!

Name: Belladonna’s Magic Hand

Manufacturer: Doc Johnson

Material: Sili-gel – phthalate free, latex free, porous (use with condom)

Type: Fake Hand Dildo

Length: 11 1/2 inches
Width: 2 to 3 inches–oval-shaped rather than round and varies in size
Girth: 8 inches

Rating: 2 Lotuses (out of 5) – Okay & Indifferent

Fun Factory Week – Anal Toy Review: Bloomy

Fun Factory Week continues with an adorable anal toy!

Did you see the beginning of Fun Factory Week with the Boss (Lady), Cuffies Freestyle, and Smartballs reviews?

bloomy

The first moment I laid eyes on Bloomy I was in love. The picture just does not do it justice. It’s gorgeous and unique, qualities I look for in new toys, and qualities which Fun Factory constantly delivers. Since my toy collection is quite vast and grows larger by the week the more unique and unusual looking a toy is the more I’m interested in it. Couple that with high-quality silicone and a gorgeous design and I get even more excited!

Bloomy is shaped similar to some prostate massagers, as it has a curved base and then a stem sticking out which could easily massage the perineum while inserted anally or the clit (depending on where your clit is) when inserted vaginally or anally. The two different shafts of it are basically one strip of silicone looped around itself, crating a very nice finger hold which makes the toy very easy to thrust with and easy to maneuver in general.

While both shafts could technically be inserted I have only played with the larger more bulbous shaft, but we have tried it anally on Onyx and after washing it in the dishwasher to sterilize it I used it on myself vaginally. The sensations were wonderful, the stylized dimples in the shaft definitely create a very unique sensation which adds to the pleasure the toy elicits. I could feel the bumps with every thrust inside myself and found that the stem of Bloomy hit my clit with each thrust as well.

For some reason I imagined the stem of Bloomy to be more circular than it is, but instead it is more rectangular and flat, which makes it fit nicely against those sensitive nether bits either curving up toward the clit or up against the perineum. The stem, aside from adding aesthetic pleasure, definitely makes Bloomy stand a little above most other dildo/plugs.

Obviously Bloomy can be used vaginally and anally, as I’ve mentioned that several times, but if you are wanting to use him both places be sure to sterilize him before going from anus to vagina. Vagina to anus is not a problem, but going the other way can bring bacteria to the wrong area and create issues. Bloomy can be completely sterilized by boiling for 10 minutes, washing in the top shelf of the dishwasher with no soap, or wiping down with a 10% bleach solution. To clean I recommend an anti-bacterial toy cleaner or an anti-bacterial soap especially if using anally.

Even though I fell in love initially with the shape and beauty of Bloomy the functionality and pleasure made me fall in love all over again.

Much thanks to Pink Cherry for sending me Bloomy to review!

Name: Bloomy

Type: Anal Toy & Dildo

Manufacturer: Fun Factory

Material: 100% Medical-grade silicone

Length: 5 1/2″ (total) 4″ (insertable)
Width: 1 1/2″
Girth: 4 1/4″

Rating: 4 Lotuses (out of 5) – Very Good & Highly Recommended

Dildo Review: Unique Hardwood


Note: I say in the video that he uses a minimum of four coats of varnish when it really is a minimum of five coats according to his FAQ.

Name: #467 Apple

Manufacturer: Hardwood Dildos

Material: Recycled Apple Wood

Varnish: “Each dildo is finished with at least five coats of Salad Bowl Finish, a food-quality varnish. The finish seals the wood, making them safe, waterproof, and natural-feeling. I never use any dyes or stains, and I’ve never heard of any allergic reactions.” – from the FAQ.

Length: 6 1/4 inches
Width: 1 3/5 inches

Rating: 4 Lotuses (out of 5) – Very Good & Highly Recommended!

Review: Soft Pack

Name: Soft Pack (also known as Mr. Limpy)

Manufacturer: Fleshlight

Material: SuperSkin (phthalate-free, latex-free) – said cyberskin in the video which isn’t accurate!

Length of the underside (balls to tip): 3-1/2″ (mini) 5 3/4″ (medium)
Length of the topside (base to tip): 4″ (mini) 8 1/2″ (medium) – when hanging with gravity
Girth: 4″ (mini) 4 1/2″ (medium)

Rating: 4 Lotuses (out of 5) – Very Good & Highly Recommended

Care

Wash with soap and warm water, then store in a bag with cornstarch. Cornstarch keeps the packy from getting tacky or sticky and keeps it feeling realistic and skin-like every time.

Experience

I love queering gender. My gender is fluid but stays within a certain context, which I like to call “femme fagette” but essentially it’s a queer femininity and masculinity fluidly occupying the same space. This is one of the reasons I love my new packys. I am able to embrace the gender cluster that I am by packing while wearing a skirt or dress.

Soft Pack’s have endless possibilities both for those who like to queer, bend, fuck, or otherwise play with gender. They can be an expression or addition to one or multiple genders, and aren’t necessarily about having a penis or penis envy. Since soft packs are unable to be used for playing (fucking) they can’t really be about being able to penetrate or other socialized power ideas which surround the penis. They are more about being a focal point for masculine energy. This is my experience of it, anyway.

These soft packs are ultra realistic, and work in either a pair of undies or with a packing strap such as the Cock Sock or Mr. Right Packing Strap. There are also a few different DIY options for packing options such as a DIY cock sock, and a DIY packing harness.

They are also super affordable, which is a definite plus, unlike the lovely yet three times more expensive Mr. Right. If you are looking to start packing, I would definitely recommend getting one of these inexpensive yet quality packys!

Much thanks to Babeland for letting me review the Soft Pack!

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Dildo Review: Ophoria Beyond No. 3

This toy is absolutely amazing. I really can’t sing it’s praises enough. I was first drawn to it because of it’s shape and gorgeous design but I keep coming back to it because of it’s functionality. Like I said in the video above, this toy has been the first and so far only toy to give me a g-spot orgasm. I have not yet squirted with it, but I’ve come close and hope to achieve that some day.

Onyx and I have used this toy many times, and he keeps coming back to it to use on me because of the reactions it gets. There’s not much more I can say other than the curve is absolutely perfect for hitting the g-spot. The bulbous end is large enough that it is easy to put pleasurable pressure on the g-spot and while the shaft is somewhat skinny because it’s combined with the bulb on the end the girth feels larger.

I love the loop on the end which makes it super easy to hold onto and thrust with, not to mention just looking pretty. It also serves as a flaired base so the Beyond No 3 can be used anally as well, making it also an ideal p-spot toy or an anal g-spot toy in addition to a perfect vaginal g-spot toy.

Overall I think everyone who has a g-spot or p-spot should own this toy, which pretty much means everyone! Thank you very much to Ophoria for allowing me to review the Beyond No. 3!

Name: Beyond No. 3

Manufacturer: Ophoria

Material: 100% Medical-grade Premium Japanese Silicone

Length: 9 inches
Width: 1 3/4 inches (at thickest point), 1 1/4 inches (shaft)
Girth: 5 1/2 inches (at thickest point), 4 1/2 inches (shaft)

Rating: 5 Lotuses (out of 5) – Exceptional & Recommended to Everyone Without Question

Anal Toy Review: Njoy Fun Wand

When the Njoy Fun Wand first arrived I marveled at the weight of it. It’s a fairly small toy but is 3/4 of a pound (or 12 ounces) which isn’t super heavy but it’s definitely heavy for it’s size. It was also very cold to the touch when I first opened it, presumably since it had been on a cold delivery truck for most of the morning.

I first tried it vaginally with the knowledge that it probably wouldn’t work that well for me. It was still cold, which was extremely pleasant and added to the sensation, but it was just too small for me to really enjoy vaginally despite the curve and the cold. I could definitely feel it, but I’m a bit of a size queen so a 1 inch bulb and a much skinnier shaft was just not doing it for me.

Anally, however, this toy is a dream! Hello my new favorite anal toy! My partner Onyx agrees, as it helped to produce multiple strong prostate orgasms for him all in a row. But I’m getting ahead of myself.

Since the Fun Wand is nice and slim it’s even great for those between beginner and intermediate levels when it comes to anal play. I wouldn’t say a fresh anal beginner should use it, however, because it’s made of steel and therefore has no give whatsoever, but someone who has done a small amount of exploration would not be intimidated by it in the last.

The curve is absolutely delicious for hitting the p-spot in males or the g-spot in females (yes, anal sex can and does often hit the g-spot). I used it on myself anally solo with a vibrator on my clit and was in heaven. The three graduated beads are excellent for repeated slow insertion and removal and the other end is wonderful for thrusting. I used it on Onyx and he discovered that the curve was perfect for hitting his prostate, giving him wave after wave of non-ejaculatory orgasm.

The Fun Wand is a perfect anal toy regardless of experience or sex, and one I would recommend to anyone. The added bonus of being to explore temperature play and the pleasure of a rock hard toy has made it my new favorite anal toy.

Much thanks to Pink Cherry sex toys for letting me review Njoy Fun Wand!

Name: Fun Wand

Manufacturer: Njoy

Material: Stainless Steel

Length: 8 inches end-to-end
Thickness: 1 inch single bulb. 3/4 inch to 1 inch beads
Girth: 3 1/4 inch single bulb, 2 1/4 inch to 3 inch beads

Rating: 5 Lotuses (out of 5) – Exceptional & Recommended to Everyone Without Question