Extase Elegance Vibrator Review

Vibration Strength: 4/5 

Noise: 2/5

Ease of Use: 3/5

Ease of Care: 4/5

Material Safety: 5/5

Overall: 4/5

Pros:                                           Cons:

+ Buttery smooth silicone              - Cheep feeling controls
+ Two motors                              - Hard to press buttons
+ Rechargable                              - Strange Smell
+ Water Resistant                         - White Silicone Charge Cover
+ Fancy Packaging and Storage Bag

Overview

     The Elegance vibrator by Extase is a multi-speed traditional vibrator designed perfectly for thrusting. I personally really love thrusting with my internal toys and I find that many luxury toys are designed more as dual stimulation (rabbit) vibrators (which make it difficult to thrust as the clitoral stimulator gets in the way), or as g-spot vibrators (which are often shorter as they are designed to hit a shallower spot than some of the more sensitive areas in the back of the vaginal canal) so I was really excited to find this one. Despite it's simple design it cannot be seen as anything other than a luxury toy, the silicone is buttery smooth, the vibrations are strong and it even features TWO motors!

Materials, Texture, and Care

     The entire body of the toy is made of 100% silicone with a small amount of a plastic like material covering the control pad. The silicone is totally body safe, non-porous, phthalate-free, and hypoallergenic. It can be sanitized by cleaning it with a 10% bleach solution but for simple cleaning before and after use wiping it down with warm soap and water should be sufficient. It can be stored easily in a the storage pouch that is included with it or in the sturdy packaging.

     Can I just begin by saying that I am absolutely in love with the silicone on this toy, it is delightful. I had heard the phrase "buttery silicone" before and I never really understood the phrase until now. This toy is so smooth that I can just sit there running my hands over it! Also, this type of silicone does not seem to collect very much lint so that makes it even better. The texture is relatively smooth except for 6 ringed grooves in the surface around the tip. I only noticed them a little bit but they are relatively deep and would definitely be noticed by those that are texture sensitive. You also need to be sure to clean out these crevices after use as it is easy for bacteria to get caught here. I recommend a soft bristled toothbrush to scrub it clean. I did notice that out of the packaging the material had a strange smell, slightly chemical but not bad, almost like a cheep purfume. Despite the washing it has not gone away but it has lessened, I notice no taste and the smell does not concern me.

Measurements

     At 9 inches long (approximately 5.5 inches insertable) and 4.5 inches in circumferance at it's widest point this is far from a small toy but it also isn't a size queen exclusive. Despite these measurments the design of the shaft makes it feel quite filling. The end that features the control panel is the widest then it thins out around the middle and curves slightly upwards and swells at the tip, similar to the head of a penis. This design could be used to glance along the G-Spot but it would not be a toy that I would recommend for someone specifically trying to explore the G-spot.

Vibration Functions/Controls

     The Elegance has a similar control pad to Lelo's products, featuring up and down buttons as well as plus and minus buttons. Each time you push the buttons they illuminate, push the (+) to turn it on and increase the speeds and the (-) to decrease the speeds and turn it off (revolutionary I know!). The up and down buttons are designed to cycle through the five (5) patterns available. Hold both the up and down buttons for five seconds and you will notice the lights illuminate and then dim; The toy is now locked for travel, do the same to unlock it.
     What's really unique about this toy is that it features two motors, one in the tip and one further down the shaft. This creates a really unique sensation with the motors wirking either simultaniously or bouncing back and forth off of each other. This is probably for someone who not onlys patterns but is also the type to enjoy leaving the toy inserted, I personlly perfer vigorous thrusting so I feel that the movement makes the vibration patterns less noticable. I actually had to check the box to see how many speeds there were as they were very difficult to count, I will try to describe them to the best of my ability below.

1. Steady vibration in the motor in the tip
2. Steady vibration in both motors
3. Alternating between motors
4. Faster alternating between motors
5. Really awesome pulsing/rotating between the motors. It took me forever to figure out a way to describe this one, I had to wrap my tip tight around the tip to really feel it.

     The vibrations themselves are very rumbly I only wish they were a bit more powerful. On it's highest it ever so barely falls short for me and makes it a bit difficult for me to finish, though it is possible if I am very turned on. What is fantastic is that even with this much power they are virtually silent, a very low 2/5 and only when both motors are engaged, only with one motor it is easily a 1/5.

     My biggest complaint about this toy (and probably the only thing keeping it from being a 5/5) is the control panel. It feels a very cheap considering how much it costs, and compared to the rest of the toy (especially the yummy silicone). Its a thin plastic with the buttons fitting into it, the buttons themselves aren't very responsive, especially my (+) button. The remainder of the buttons work the majority of the time but they are still quite difficult to be sure that they are being depressed (which makes the light-up console very handy). I'm quite dissapointed in this considering the ammount I paid for it and I wish that they had put in the extra effort to make it match the quality of the rest of the product.

Charging

     The Elegance is rechargable through a small port in the base. The port is covered with a white silicone cover (which I'm not a fan of, I wish they had made it match the rest of the toy, it stands out like a sore thumb and looks rather odd) which makes it at least water resistant if not waterproof. I would be more than comfortable using it in a shower and I don't worry while washing it but the manual cautions against submerging it. The charger itself is USB but it also comes with an AC adapter for a standard US wall outlet. It cannot be used while charging and should not be charged for more than 24 hours at a time. You'll know it is time to charge you Elegance because the control panel will emit a red sheen, once it is plugged in the lights on the control panel will pulse.


Packaging

     I must admit, I'm a sucker for toys in fancy packaging and this is no dissapointment. It is made of a hard cardboard with a hard cardboard lid that fits over the entire box. The lid it white with the image of the toy and tons of information on the side describing its features. While it is very informative I wish they had made it a plainer more discrete top, I remember reading one review where the reviewer covered the top in a decorative paper, and I might do the same. The base it a simple black box where the toy sits and a drawer that sits below containing the directions, charger, a pamphlet listing some of their other toys and a really really REALLY nice pouch. No really, this is probably the nicest pouch I have ever gotten with a toy. It is just the right size for the Elegance (unlike some companies that give you massive pouches for tiny toys, I'm looking at you Jopen) and is made of a relatively high quality suade with what feels like a purple nylon liner. It even has a draw string with little metal tips and a thick metal to tighten it (which works quite well). The bag is so nice that I begin to wonder if they took the money they saved on the control panel and used it here! In all serriousness though, this is a really lovely bag and it means a lot to me to see a company goes the extra mile like this.


Performance


     There are so many things that I absolutly love about this toy, most importantly is the reason I bought it. The length and shape is perfect for thrusting and hitting the deeper and harder to reach sensative areas around the cervix (what some people may refer to as the U-spot). The ever so slight curve and swelling at the tip makes it perfect for that as well. The instant I opened the fantastic box and felt the silicone I was it love, it was by far the smoothest I have ever felt. Then theres the vibrations! They're so unique since they feature two motors, I really love the pulsing/rotation between the two motors, it almost feels like the contractions you can feel in the male penis during ejaculation. So cool!
     Unfortunatly, despite all of this, there are some, few, but some things that I do not love, namely the control panel. It's like putting a big zit on Olivia Wilde's otherwise perfect face. The plastic feels cheap and the buttons feel weak and non-responsive. So many times while I'm playing I need to stop and check the control panel while I fiddle with the buttons looking for the light that means I'm getting some responce. Please Extase! Re-release my Elegance with better controls, and a tad more power! I'll buy it I will! But also get rid of that strange smell...

Overall
 
    I want to tell you to drop everything, go to your nearest store (or favorite website) and buy this toy, and then stick it wherever makes you feel all warm and fuzzy and toe-curly. Unfortunately, the control panel is holding me back from giving it a full fledged 5/5, and it's ability to be the closest to the kind of power I need without being quite right. For now this is my favorite toy (since I'm waiting on a replacement of my Jopen vr5, and anyway,  can't thrust with that, its more for rocking) but unfortunately I can see it being easily replaced. While the vibrations are lovely, the silicone is delicious, and the dual motors is just plain nifty, it just turns out being too much work to control.

Find the Extase Elegance at Eden Fantasys! It's even on sale at the time of this posting!

Key Charms Curve Review

Vibration Strength: 3/5

Noise: 3/5

Ease of Use: 5/5

Ease of Care: 5/5

Material Safety: 4/5

Overall: 3/5

Pros:                                           Cons:

+ Soft Silicone                             - Weak/Buzzy Vibrations
+ Interchangeable Sleeve              - Tip is too Pointy
                                                 - Loud

Overview

     I'd like to introduce you to the new affordable line from one of my favorite luxury adult companies; Key by Jopen. I love Jopen's deluxe rabbit vibrators so I was thrilled when I heard about their new affordable line, expecially since I like toys that I can thrust with, one of the few things that the Jopen rabbits cannot do for me. Thanks to this sex toy shop I had the opportunity to test out one of the products from their new line, the Key Charms Curve.
     The Key Charms line is a collection of elongated plastic bullets, each with a unique silicone sleeve over it. The sleeves include: Plush, Velvet, Lace, Silk, and the one I received; Curve. This sleave features a totally smooth surface and a curved tip designed for g-spot stimulation. It is not designed for anal use as it is much too small to hold on to safely and has no flared base to anchor it outside the body.

Materials, Texture, and Care

     The Key Charms Curve is composed of three distinct materials; The outer sleeve is made of 100% body safe silicone. It is non-porous, phthalate-free, and easily sanitized. It is buttery smooth and features a soft, flexible curve at the tip. Silicone is often very soft and plush, and the tip of this toy is, but since this is a thin sleeve covering the hard bullet beneath it, the remainder of the toy is very firm.
     The bullet is made of a hard plastic, and although I don't know for sure, it does seem to have a PU coating. This gives it a velvety feel that is very smooth to the touch but it also creates microscopic texture for bacteria to get trapped in. While plastic is a mostly safe it will not last forever, covering it with the silicone sleeve and cleaning regularly will help to prolong it's life and protect it from collecting harmful bacteria.
     Finally, the base of the bullet and the button are made of what feels a plastic covered in a metallic coating. This is equally safe as compared to the rest of the toy, and although it is not the safest material out there I am not that concerned since this portion does not often come in contact with the body.
     The body of the toy should be cleaned after each use with warm soap and water. I recommend removing the sleeve and cleaning that inside and out as well as the body of the toy as it would be easy for fluids to get trapped in between. You should also be sure to let them dry before replacing the sleeve as I would worry that mold would form in the dampness in between. The silicone itself could be boiled (in a pot large enough that it does not touch the sides), or by being wiped down in a 10% bleach solution.

Measurement/Sizing

     The sizing of the Key Charm's Curve is a bit strange, at approximately 4 inches long and just under 3 inches in circumference it is far too small for most people to happily use for insertion but on the other hand it is a bit larger than the common bullet. I have heard some reviewers complain that this made it awkward for them to use as it didn't fit quite right in their hand but I found it comfortable and easy to use despite it's strange size.

Vibration Functions

     The Curve features five functions, only one of which is a constant, the remaining four are patterns. While the luxury Jopen line is known for eliminating patterns all together, featuring only a graduated speed from low to high, it was interesting (and a bit odd) to see them focus almost entirely on them in this line. The patterns they choose to include are as follows:

1. Steady Speed (high?)
2. Flutter
3. Escalating/Reving
4. Slow Pulse
5. ZZ  ZZ zz zz zz ZZ  ZZ (sorry I can't think of a good way to describe it)

     The vibrations themselves are relatively buzzy, they may not be as high pitched as some other toys I have used but I fear that after any length of time they would be numbing. I would rate them approximately 3/5 in power and 3.5/5 in volume which I'll round up to a 4. They are focused most in the tip which makes it good for focused clitoral stimulation .

Controls/Power



     The Curve is powered by one AA battery inserted into the base and is controlled by a simple push button control on the battery cap. On push turns it on and each subsequent push cycles through the functions, hold it down for two seconds to turn it off. It has no memory so when you turn it on it will return to the first function each time. The control button is placed well, it is not difficult to push but I also did not find myself pushing it accidentally.



Packaging

     The Curve comes packaged in a classy black and purple package, although it does sort of remind me of something from KY that you might find in a drugstore so I personally did not find that aspect very appealing. There is a purple cardboard sleeve slipped over a simple black box. The box itself is easily sturdy enough for storage and is not very big so it won't take up an excessive amount of space. The front has a picture of the toy itself and the side features some information, it is subtle and tasteful enough to give as a gift to anyone you're comfortable giving this as a gift too.

     The interior is all black with a simple cutout that the toy fits easily in to. Included with this is a piece of paperwork showing the other available sleeves for the toy. Unfortunately, to my knowledge, they are not available for purchase independently as of now, you would need to purchase a whole new bullet. There are also simple instructions detailing how to insert the battery but no instructions on cleaning. They also include a simple black storage bag, it is not very high quality and feels much like a stiff satin but it was still very nice of the company to include it.

Performance


     As I mentioned earlier the size of this toy is a bit strange, larger than an average bullet but still much smaller than your typical insertable toy. Externally it can be applied to the clitoris, vulva, nipples, or any other sensitive area. While I found the shape very easy to manipulate (it's not a very unique one at that) I was not in love with the vibrations, they were a bit too weak and buzzy for me. One thing that was nice was that the vibrations didn't seem to numb my fingers as quickly as I expected them too as I kept them near the end of the toy. The curved tip could also be used for direct, pinpoint clitoral stimulation while the sides could be used for broader stimulation to the vulva area.
     Internally this toy works as a great tease to get the body warmed up and looking for more but it is not enough to finish me off by any means. I feel the size would be too small for those who enjoy even the most petite of toys. The curved tip is designed to stimulate those with very shallow g-spots but I personally found the tip to be a bit too pointed as I prefer broader stimulation. Those that enjoy very pinpoint stimulation will find that this is firm enough to provide moderate pressure to the g-spot before flexing.

Closing Thoughts



     I had very high hopes for the product but I was a bit disappointed when I started reading reviews, even before I received my product. It seemed that most people were expecting a product comparable to the other popular Jopen products for 1/3 the price. Once I lowered my expectations I was actually happily surprised. This is not to say that it was an amazing toy, far from it, it has its flaws and it probably a bit overpriced, I'd have to say that you're paying a pit for the name. These things aside, it isn't a terrible product, it's just not all that it could have been. The vibrations are weak, buzzy, and loud compared to their power. There are very few toys that I will say "do not buy" as I'm sure each toy will appeal to someone, this particular toy is simple, maybe good for beginners who are intimidated by size buy would like to experiment with insertion. For those more experienced with toys I would say that this is not something that needs to be added to an already crowded toy box, but if you want it you can always buy it at this sex toy shop for $39.99.