I have reviewed a couple of Toyfriends in the past. I reviewed the Toyfriend Curvy, which I loved, the Toyfriend Seti, which I liked, and the Toyfriend Bossy, which I wanted to throw out the window. Considering I’m a bit like Goldilocks with my Toyfriends, I decided it was time to review another one, a tie-breaker, if you will. So, today we turn our attention to the the Toyfriend Starlet Vibrator.

The Toyfriend Starlet Vibrator is (obviously) made by the Swedish sex toy company, Toyfriend. One thing I have loved about all my Toyfriends is the awesome silicone with which they are covered. Not only is silicone latex and phthalate-free, non-porous, hypoallergenic, and body-safe, this silicone is super slick and smooth and doesn’t attract lint at all. I love it. It feels great against my skin as well. Of course, silicone is easy to care for and clean. As the Toyfriend Starlet is waterproof, you can wash it with antibacterial soap and warm water without fear. You can also use your favorite toy cleaner or a 10% bleach solution to sterilize it so you can share it with non-fluid bonded partners.

This silicone is so smooth, I really don’t need to use much lube with it, but no matter how much you use be sure and use a water-based lubricant. The silicone in a silicone-based lube could react with the silicone of the vibrator and cause the vibrator to become tacky. If you want to give it a shot, do a test patch at the base of the Toyfriend Starlet before slathering it all over with your silicone-based lubricant. This will easy to do as the entire Starlet is covered in silicone.

I hadn’t used my Curvy Toyfriend for a while when I first used the Starlet and I had forgotten the power of the Curvy. Well, the Starlet has that same power, which is surprising for vibrator that runs on two AAA batteries. The vibrations of the Toyfriend Starlet are quite strong, deep, and rumbly. They really work for me. Nothing buzzy about this vibrator. It has five modes of vibration, which are as follows:
1. Higher level straight vibration
2. Lower level straight vibration
3. Strong, one pulse pattern buuuuzzzz buuuuzzzz (This one is my favorite!)
4. Faster pulsation buuzz buuzz buuzz
5. Fastest pulsation buz buz buz buz

The one thing that is strange about all the Toyfriends I have tried is that they start on the highest level of vibration. That is always a bit of a jolt when I forget. I really prefer my vibrators to start on the lowest level so I can start slowly and get used to it.

With its one button control, the Toyfriend Starlet is easy to operate. You press the button on the bottom of the end cap to turn the vibrator on. To cycle through the vibration modes, you simply press the button. To turn the Toyfriend Starlett off, you press and hold the button for two seconds. No matter what mode you are on when you turn the vibrator off, it starts up at the highest speed so there is no memory. It really is a ramped up version of a simple vibrator.

The Toyfriend Starlet has a curved, flat head that is great to run along the body. It feels good against the nipples, clit, and labia. The flat head slips comfortably in between my labia and rests perfectly on my clit. The vibrations are centered in the head of the Toyfriend Starlet, which provides powerful stimulation for my clit. I suppose you can use the Toyfriend Starlet as an insertable vibrator but it really doesn’t work like that for me. Theoretically, the curved head could hit your g-spot depending on where it is, but it doesn’t hit mine, and the shaft of the vibrator feels like a handle, not an insertable. For me, this really is a clit vibrator, and though I have tried it internally, I only use it externally.

At 6.75″ in length and 1.25″ in diameter, the Toyfriend Starlet is an average sized vibrator. It feels solid in my hand but is not heavy and doesn’t hurt my wrist during use. It comes in a bright, cheery red silicone, which is a fun color. I don’t have very many red sex toys so I like the color quite a bit. On the side of the vibrator, it says, “tickler,” just like the other Toyfriends.

The packaging of the Toyfriend Starlet is the same as the other Toyfriends. It comes in a lightweight box with a plastic clamshell inside. The box is is colorful and says, “I VIBRATE,” on the sides, so it is not very discreet. You can also see the vibrator clearly in the clamshell. Also like the other Toyfriends, the Toyfriend Starlet comes with a clear plastic stand so you can stand it up in a cupboard, in your toy box, or on your dresser if you so desire. The box is not very sturdy so I don’t recommend it for storage. It also takes up quite a but more room than the vibrator itself. You’re probably better off storing it in a storage bag or ziploc baggie unless you have a ton of storage space.

As I mentioned before, the Toyfriend Starlet requires two AAA batteries, which are included with the vibrator. Super awesome! They come inside the vibrator with a small piece of paper that says, “I am a Tickler,” that keeps the vibrator from turning on. You can store then in the vibrator this way or take them out and store them separately, which is always a good idea.

Toyfriend Starlet Pros:
• Strong, deep vibrations
• Super smooth silicone
• Waterproof
• Comes with batteries
• Bright color

Toyfriend Starlet Cons:
• Starts on the highest level of vibration

Overall, the Toyfriend Starlet is a great simple vibrator with a few twists. It has an easy to operate button, pulsation patterns, awesome lint-free silicone, is waterproof, and comes with batteries. The vibrations are strong, quiet, and deep, just the way I like them. I tend to prefer rechargeable vibrators but it is nice sometimes to be able to reach for something and not have to worry about whether or not it’s charged. The fact that Toyfriend includes the batteries is classy and means you don’t have to wait until you buy or find batteries laying around the house to play. The Toyfriend Starlet is carried by a number of online retailers, so depending on where you like to shop and what you want to pay, you can find the Toyfriend Starlet at the following stores:
Babeland
EdenFantasys
FunWares (get 10% off your order with code: FIDDLER)
Good Vibrations

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Trojan is a company best known for their condoms but over the past few years Trojan has branched out into manufacturing sex toys as well. I recently had the opportunity to try out one of these sex toys, the Trojan Midnight Collection Multi-Position Vibrator from Babeland.

The Trojan Midnight Collection Multi-Position Vibrator is one of a series of new sex toys from Trojan. This vibrator reminds me a bit of the Je Joue Uma in shape. However, what makes this vibrator unique is its ability to twist to four different positions. Before receiving the Trojan Midnight Collection Multi-Position Vibrator I had high expectations of this twisting power. I was slightly disappointed to discover that this multi-positionality is much more subtle than I expected.

The Trojan Midnight Collection Multi-Position Vibrator is made of a combination of purple ABS plastic and silicone. The bottom half is made of plastic and the top half, the insertable portion, has a layer of silky silicone over the plastic making the Trojan Midnight Collection Multi-Position Vibrator extremely rigid with absolutely no give. This silicone is quite nice as it has a smooth feel to it and does not attract lint and dust like most silicone. The color is a deep plum, which I quite like. The vibrator is 10″ in length, with 5″ being insertable, and is 1.75″ in diameter, so it is on the girthier side. The insertable silicone tip has five ridges which I can not really feel during insertion. The Trojan Midnight Collection Multi-Position Vibrator requires two AA batteries which are included. To prolong the life of your batteries and your vibrator, always store it without the batteries inside.

Due to the silicone and plastic, the Trojan Midnight Collection Multi-Position Vibrator is easy to care for and clean. Both parts can be cleaned with warm water and antibacterial soap or a toy cleaner. The silicone half can also be wiped down with a 10% bleach solution to sterilize it. This would allow you to share this vibrator between non-fluid bonded partners. The Trojan Midnight Collection Multi-Position Vibrator is water-resistant, not waterproof, so take care when cleaning it and do not submerge it. The end cap to the battery compartment seems quite secure but it does not have an o-ring to keep water out. Rather than screw it on like a typical end piece, you align two little lines on either side of the end cap and twist it until it snaps in place. It does say on the box it’s safe to use in the shower so I gave it a try and it worked just fine. I was careful to let it dry thoroughly before uncapping the end to remove the batteries.

As the insertable portion is silicone, it is best to use a water-based lubricant during play. Silicone-based lubricants can react negatively with the silicone of the toy causing it to become tacky. If you want to try a silicone-based lubricant with this vibrator, you can always do a patch test before play time to test it out. This particular silicone is so silky smooth it has practically no drag and I find I need little to no lubricant aside from my own natural lubrication, but everyone is different. It also depends on how slippery and slidey you like your vibrators.

I find the Trojan Midnight Collection Multi-Position Vibrator to be slightly unwieldy in my hand, partly because the handle is so round and partly because it just a bit heavier than I expect it to be. The motor is in the base of the vibrator and while the vibrations can easily be felt in the tip of the Trojan Midnight Collection Multi-Position Vibrator, it can unfortunately also be felt quite a bit in the base so it tends to make my hand feel buzzy, especially at the higher speeds. The motor is also on the loud side which I don’t especially like. The vibrations are strong but also a bit buzzy, which is not my favorite. I prefer my vibrations deep and rumbly. That said, I can still get off with this vibrator.

My orgasms haven’t been insanely strong with this vibrator, probably due in part to the buzziness of the vibrations. The reason I was most interested in the Trojan Midnight Collection Multi-Position Vibrator was really for the multiple positions. When I first started playing with it just in my hands I was unimpressed. I did not find these positions significantly different enough to make it worth my while. It’s nothing like the Je Joue G-Ki, for example. However, after I played with it for a time and used it sexually, I began to see the advantages of the slight shifts in angle. I will say, I do like the S position, especially on my clit. It is comfortable for my hand and body combined and works quite well for me. I also like that the positions lock in place and don’t slip during rigorous play. The four different positions should allow most women to find an angle or two that work best for them.

As with most sex toys, you can use the Trojan Midnight Collection Multi-Position Vibrator by yourself or with your partner. Just don’t go sticking this vibrator up your butt as it lacks a flared base for safety. It is also only half silicone with a slight hinge in the middle that allows it shift position. I don’t notice this being a problem for cleaning but I’m not sure I’d trust being able to get it totally clean of bacteria if it goes up your butt.

This vibrator is quite easy to use. The Trojan Midnight Collection Multi-Position Vibrator has two simple buttons on the bottom of the rounded handled, a + button, and a – button. The + button turns the vibrator on and cycles through the five levels of steady vibration. Once you hit the highest level of vibration, it then cycles up through the three patterns. To cycle down through the patterns, decrease the power, or turn the vibrator off, simply use the – button. You can turn the vibrator off by pressing the – button down for one second or by pressing it until it scrolls down and shuts off. The Trojan Midnight Collection Multi-Position Vibrator always starts on the lowest level of steady vibration.

The packaging isn’t great so I have no desire to hang on to it, which is a good thing for storage because it’s quite huge. It consists of a lightweight purple cardboard box with a large window showing the vibrator. This box opens on either side rather than from the top and bottom. Inside, the vibrator is secured in a plastic clamshell along with the included Duracell batteries, instruction pamphlet, and silk storage bag. I give Trojan major props for including both the storage bag and the batteries, especially brand-name batteries. I have a tendency to complain when these items that I consider necessary are not included with their respective sex toys. It certainly does give the Trojan Midnight Collection Multi-Position Vibrator more of a luxurious feel and makes storage easy.

Something that really cracks me up about the instructions is that Trojan informs you that the Midnight Collection Multi-Positon Vibrator can be used alone or with your partner but if used during sexual intercourse, it does not offer any protection against STI’s or pregnancy. I realize they do this for the purpose of liability but I really wonder. Are there people out there who are buying this sex toy that need to be told this? I certainly hope not. Sometimes, I fear for the human race.

Trojan Midnight Collection Multi-Position Vibrator Pros:
• Can change shape/angle slightly
• Strong
• Silicone
• Included Duracell batteries
• Silk storage bag

Trojan Midnight Collection Multi-Position Vibrator Cons:
• Loud
• Can feel the vibrations in my hand
• Buzzy

The Trojan Midnight Collection Multi-Position Vibrator has me a bit non-plussed. There are some serious things I don’t really like about it, most importantly the vibrations. However, I really like its ability to change positions and how well it does this. If you have issues with the angle of your g-spot toys, this one may solve your problems. Of course, that is as long as you don’t mind the buzzy vibrations, but I do know some people prefer them. It certainly has enough power to get me off. It’s not insanely loud but it isn’t quiet either so you’ll probably need to play some music to drown it out if you have thin walls.

I have to say, based on the Trojan Midnight Collection Multi-Position Vibrator, I’m not in a rush to run out and try other toys from the Trojan Midnight Collection. I’m concerned they may all have the same buzzy vibrations, but I am considering trying out another one as I do like the design of this one and I really appreciate the batteries and storage bag.

Head on over to Babeland to check out the Trojan Midnight Collection Multi-Position Vibrator. If this one doesn’t sound like it’ll do it for you, Babeland has a ton of other cool g-spot vibrators like the Je Joue Uma and Je Joue G-Ki.

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Je Joue, the manufacturer of my lovely Ami, recently came out with a new vibrator, the Uma. Being a fan of Je Joue, I decided to review this little beauty.

Unlike the Ami, which is a set of kegelcisors, the Je Joue Uma is a g-spot and clit vibrator. Like the Ami, the Uma is covered in soft, silky silicone. I love this particular silicone because it doesn’t attract lint and dust like most silicone does. It is also very smooth with less drag than most of my other silicone sex toys. Of course, silicone is great for sex toys because it is latex and phthalate-free, non-porous, hypoallergenic, and body-safe. It is easy to clean with antibacterial soap and warm water or your favorite sex toy cleaner. You can even sterilize the Je Joue Uma by washing it down with a 10% bleach solution. This allows you to share it with non-fluid bonded partners if you have the desire.

The silicone does not have much drag to it so most often my natural lubrication sufficient, but lube is always a good idea. Remember to use water-based lubricant with the Je Joue Uma as silicone-based lube can negatively react with the silicone of the toy. For this reason, be cautious in storing your Uma with other silicone sex toys. It is best to store it in its box or some sort of storage bag so you don’t run into any issues.

The Je Joue Uma is 7″ long with almost as much of it as you want being insertable. Practically though, you probably won’t insert much more than 4″ as it is meant to stimulate your g-spot. It is a slim 1.25″ in diameter and it is totally hard under its smooth silicone exterior. This makes it a great option for g-spot stimulation, especially for those who prefer firm pressure on their g-spot. The handle, or area you grip with your hand, is slightly larger in diameter at closer to 1.7″. This handle fits comfortably in my hand and makes for easy gripping.

You operate the Je Joue Uma through the use of three buttons on the bottom of the handle. Two of these buttons (the + and -) are silver in color and protrude slightly from the vibrator, while the third button (it looks like an S on its side) sits flush with the base of the toy and is the same color as the silicone. This button controls the patterns. To turn on the Je Joue Uma, you hold the + button down for two seconds. To turn off you do the same with the – button. To increase the speed, press down on the + button and to decrease the speed, press down on the – button. Easy peasy lemon squeezy.

I have read some reviews (of course I read other people’s reviews!) complaining about these buttons. Some people find them very difficult to press. I do not. I do have to apply firm pressure when pressing so there’s no way I can accidentally change settings during play, which I like. The third button, however, is another story. As I mentioned before, the sideways S button controls the vibrational patterns and is SO freaking hard to push. I’m lucky I have long nails otherwise I have no idea how I would push it. Even so, if I want to use the patterns while masturbating I have to set it and forget it. It is practically impossible to switch the patterns up with the Je Joue Uma inside me or on my clit. Just forget it. It is frustrating as hell so I end up never using the patterns, which makes them practically useless. Sad. I like patterns, but I am basically forced to use the Je Joue Uma as a straight vibration toy due to my inability to press the damn S button.

Having said that, I do like the vibrations of the Je Joue Uma. They are plenty strong for me, such that while I sometimes use it on its highest level, I don’t always have to do so. I find the vibrations of the Je Joue Uma to be quite deep. They are especially rumbly on the lowest settings and increase slightly in pitch on the highest but they are far from buzzy. The Je Joue Uma is also very quiet. Even on its highest setting it can only be slightly heard under the covers and certainly not through the closed bedroom door. The lowest setting is very mild while the highest is comparable to my Leaf Fresh.

The instruction booklet claims the Je Joue Uma has seven levels of steady vibration and seven different patterns. However, I detect only five levels of steady vibration and six different patterns. I suppose the seventh is actually the steady vibrations.
1. Fast pulse
2. Escalating
3. Medium pulse
4. Faster pulsing
5. Longer pulsing
6. Slow, long pulsing

One thing I really love about the Je Joue Uma is that it is great for using during penetrative sex, especially during doggy style and anal. The longer handle makes it easy to hold against my clit while my partner enters me from behind. It is much easier to do this with the Je Joue Uma than a smaller clit vibrator because of the length of the handle. This is a really good way for me to get some clit stimulation during penetration. As a g-spot vibrator, the Je Joue Uma does an adequate job. I prefer toys with a more extreme curve but the hardness works well at stimulating my g-spot. I really like the combination of using the Uma against my clit, then slipping it inside to rub my g-spot, then moving it back to my clit. I am a clit-oriented girl after all.

The Je Joue Uma is rechargeable, which I totally adore. Even better, it charges magnetically so there are no open ports to allow water in, making it 100% waterproof. You truly can wash it and submerge it without fear. The magnetic charger is very easy to align and use. The metal buttons on the bottom of the Je Joue Uma are the feeds for the charger. The charger attaches and stays on easily, and when the vibrator is charging the small heart on the underside of the handle flashes red. When fully charged, this light will glow steadily. A two hour charge will provide approximately two hours of play time.

Like other Je Joue sex toys, the Uma comes in quite nice packaging. The outer box is lightweight cardboard, and in my case, purple. The inner box is hard and sturdy and good for storage. This box holds the Uma, its charger, and an instruction manual in six languages that explains Uma’s one year warranty and among other things.

Je Joue Uma Pros:
• Rumbly vibrations
• Easy to use during penetration
• Great silicone
• Waterproof
• Rechargeable

Je Joue Uma Cons:
• Middle button (patterns) is basically useless during play
• No storage bag

Just as I really liked the Je Joue Ami, so do I like the Je Joue Uma. The Uma is more than strong enough for me with its deep vibrations. It is easy to manage during sex and I love its silky silicone. The fact that it is waterproof makes cleaning worry-free and gives it versatility. As it is rechargeable I can use it as long as I want without having to worry that I’m running down the batteries. My only real complaint is that stupid middle S button. It is so difficult to use that I just don’t bother, which creates an unnecessary limitation with this vibrator. If it weren’t for this button, I would probably give the Uma 4 beans. However, since this is a major design flaw I can only go as high as 3 beans. Nonetheless, I do still really like the vibrations of this vibrator.

You can pick up your own Je Joue Uma at EdenFantasys. They carry it in purple, lavender, and fuchsia.

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Babeland has two new vibrators that look pretty cool, the Activus Vibe and the Stimulus Vibe.

Activus Vibe

Stimulus Vibe

Both of these vibrators are made of silicone and have 12 types of vibration. The Stimulus is a rabbit style vibrator and has two different motors, while the Activus is designed to target your g-spot and can be used both internally and externally. Both vibrators use four AAA batteries and come in bright colors. Check them out at Babeland.

Also, this weekend at Babeland you can save 20% on all LELO sex toys, which makes this an excellent time to go shopping!

Are you familiar with Je Joue? If you aren’t, you want to be. They make lovely, high-end sex toys like the MiMi and the SaSi. Well, they have just released a new vibrator called the Je Joue Uma and you can find at EdenFantasys.

The Je Joue Uma is a simple, sleek looking vibrator made of silicone. Its shape is contoured to fit the curves of the body, which I think is wonderful. It is billed as a great first toy for clitoral or g-spot use, but I have a feeling it will be awesome for all users. The Je Joue MiMi is also billed as a beginner vibrator and while I don’t have it, I know some advanced users who just love it. So if MiMi is anything to go by, I’m thinking the Je Joue Uma will be a very handy little vibrator. I’m considering picking one up myself.

The Je Joue Uma is rechargeable and as the charger is magnetic, the Uma is totally waterproof. I just love rechargeable and waterproof sex toys. Not having to buy batteries is great for the environment and my pocketbook. Waterproof vibrators are easy to clean and can be taken into the shower, bath, or hot tub. The Je Joue Uma has seven levels of vibration, as well as seven different pulsation patterns. I expect this means the Je Joue Uma can please any sexual palette.

The Je Joue Uma comes in four colors, black, lavender, purple, and fuchsia. You can buy it at EdenFantasys in every color but black. So head on on over to EdenFantasys and pick one of these cool new vibrators up for yourself or someone on your holiday shopping list.