Happy Day After Christmas, Dear Readers!

In June 2011, I reviewed the new PAPAYA Toys Candy Stick Vibrator. You can see I found very few flaws in this vibrator and considering I liked it quite a lot, I figured it might be fun to review another of PAPAYA Toys’ vibrators. This time it’s the PAPAYA Toys Tattoo Vibrator from FunWares.

Just like the Candy Stick, the PAPAYA Toys Tattoo Vibrator was a bit of a surprise when I opened the box. Having had the same experience with the Candy Stick, I was somewhat prepared. Even so, I was still struck with how big the Tattoo appears. Holding it in my hand certainly does not diminish the size of this bright green vibrator. At 9″ long, with 5.5″ being insertable, the PAPAYA Toys Tattoo Vibrator is quite a handful. It’s not that 5.5″ of insertable length is so unusual, it’s more the 9″ in length and the 1.75″ in girth (at its widest point) that makes the Tattoo feel so large in my hand. It may also be the color that makes it stand out. However, just because this vibrator seems huge in the hand does mean it is anything of which to be frightened.

Like their other sex toys, the PAPAYA Toys Tattoo Vibrator is made of 100% medical grade silicone. Although the Tattoo is manufactured in Asia, the silicone comes from U.S. suppliers so you can be sure it is of the highest quality. This silicone has a very slight scent but I have to practically stick the vibrator up my nose to smell it. It has no discernible taste, not that your mouth is the preferred place you want to stick this toy. Of course, the reason for the name “Tattoo” is the tattoo designs on both sides of the shaft, which add a nice detail.

This particular silicone has a lovely soft feel to it. However, it does have quite a bit of drag so I recommend using a water-based lubricant with it. You want to avoid silicone-based lubes as they can have a negative chemical reaction with the silicone of the vibrator, damaging it and causing it to become tacky. Aside from the softness of this silicone, it does not pick up much lint or dust. Of course, you still want to wash the Tattoo before and after use. I’m just pointing out that it isn’t a lint magnet like many silicone toys.

As the Tattoo Vibrator is waterproof, cleaning is easy. PAPAYA Toys recommends washing it with warm water and soap, though you can also use a sex toy cleaner or a 10% bleach solution. As an aside, the Tattoo does not have any sort of flared base so it isn’t appropriate for anal use.

I know I’m always going on and on about how I prefer rechargeable vibrators, and I do. However, it is nice to have a few vibrators around that take batteries because they are ready to go in a jiff while you’re waiting for your rechargeables to charge up. The PAPAYA Toys Tattoo Vibrator requires two AA batteries, which are not included, so you’d best have some on hand. The bottom third of the shaft, right below the purple plastic band, unscrews to allow access to the battery compartment. When you unscrew it you can feel how solidly the vibrator is put together, and the large o-ring gives me confidence that the Tattoo is truly waterproof.

Inside the battery compartment is a rather unique battery cartridge. It is great for a couple of reasons. First and foremost, you never want to store your vibrators with batteries inside of them. When you are done using the Tattoo, remove the batteries, after washing it and before putting it away. This will lengthen the life of your batteries and vibrator. It is quick and easy to remove the battery pack with the batteries in it and store them like that. This allows you to simply pop the cartridge in when you are ready to use the Tattoo, no fumbling around trying to get the batteries into the vibrator.

The other very cool thing about this battery cartridge is that it is reversible. It doesn’t matter which way you put it in, it will work. This may sound like no big deal but if you’ve ever spent an annoying amount of time trying to get a battery pack into a vibrator the proper way, you know this is super cool. It is so cool, in fact, that PAPAYA Toys won the Outstanding Innovation Award for its Reversible Battery Pack at the 2011 O Awards at the AVN Adult Novelty Expo.

Enough about battery packs, let’s get to the vibrations. In short, I like them. They are deep and rumbly and strong. They get me off quickly and will be satisfying for many women. The vibrations are concentrated in the head of the vibrator so I really feel them on my clit when I am using the Tattoo externally. Like the Candy Stick, I find the PAPAYA Toys Tattoo Vibrator to be on the noisy side. I can hear it through the door of my bedroom if everything is quiet. Music or TV will easily mask the sound but if you need a silent toy, this is not the vibrator for you.

Once you get the hang of it, the PAPAYA Toys Tattoo Vibrator is easy to use. It works a little differently than most of my vibrators so it takes some getting used to. The Tattoo has a large button on its base that acts as the control panel. In use, the right side of the button turns the vibrator on, increases the intensity of the vibrations, and switches between modes. The left side of the button decreases the intensity and turns the vibrator off. What’s different about this system is that rather than clicking the right side of the button briefly to increase the intensity, you press and hold until you reach the desired level. A brief push of the button cycles you to the next mode. It is the same with the left side of the button. Press and hold to decrease the intensity level and give a brief click to turn the Tattoo off. There is nothing wrong with this design, I am just accustomed to pressing and holding to turn the vibrator off and giving a brief push to change the intensity. In addition, the PAPAYA Tattoo Vibrator has a memory chip so it remembers where it was when you turned it off and starts up on the same mode and intensity level.

The PAPAYA Toys Tattoo Vibrator has three vibration modes. They are as follows:
1. Steady vibration
2. Medium pulse
3. 1 medium pulse and 4 fast pulses

I really enjoy using the PAPAYA Toys Tattoo Vibrator. I like the vibrations, and while I prefer a quiet toy, it isn’t an absolute necessity for me. The shape works well, and though I do not feel the lovely tattoo design on the sides of the shaft when it is inside me, I do feel the pop of the head as I thrust in and out. I normally like patterns but these patterns don’t do much for me so I tend to prefer the steady vibration mode of the Tattoo. As the silicone is layered over a hard inner core that contains the motor, clenching down on the shaft feels pretty great.

The packaging of the PAPAYA Toys Tattoo Vibrator is simple yet pretty and useful. There is an outer sleeve around the box with an image of the Tattoo. I would like them to do away with this to save on paper but I understand they use it to identify the specific vibrator as the box underneath is generic. The box itself is large compared to the size of the Tattoo but it is very strong and sturdy. It closes via a magnetic flap on the side. Inside the box, the Tattoo sits in a molded plastic tray with its black satin storage bag. As you all know, I love a good storage bag. Hell, I’ll even take a not so great storage bag over none at all.

Also included in the box is a pamphlet in English, German, French, and Spanish. This pamphlet provides basic information about the vibrator and the company. Normally I would complain about such a large box but I love that it is discreet, without any images of the Tattoo on it (unlike the outer sleeve) or the word vibrator plastered all over the place. The text on the back of the box is in German, so unless you’ve got a best friend who happens to be from Germany like I do, you should be pretty safe. I also think that once you remove the plastic tray the box is great for storage. You can fit a couple of vibrators (tucked into individual storage bags so they don’t touch) in the box, a bunch of condoms and little bottles of lube, or multiple toy chargers. It has tons of uses.

PAPAYA Toys Tattoo Vibrator Pros:
• Rumbly vibrations
• Strong vibrations
• Good shape
• Nice size
• Memory chip
• Waterproof
• Not a lint magnet

PAPAYA Toys Tattoo Vibrator Cons:
• Noisy

Like its cousin the Candy Stick, the PAPAYA Toys Tattoo Vibrator is pretty nice. The size and shape suit me very well, as do the vibrations. I really like the softness of the silicone and the fact that it is easy to keep clean. I think all sex toys should be waterproof, just for ease of cleaning if nothing else, so I very much appreciate this about the Tattoo. A memory chip is by no means a necessity but it can be nice when you have to turn off the vibrator in a hurry because someone is knocking on your door or you get a phone call you must answer. It’s convenient to be able to turn the Tattoo back on and start up right where you left off. The design is attractive and I love the fun color. The fact that it comes with a storage bag and a discreet box is a bonus. For a non-rechargeable vibrator, the Tattoo does a good job.

You can pick up a PAPAYA Toys Tattoo Vibrator of your very own at FunWares. It comes in Apple, Strawberry, and Grape, and you’ll receive 10% off your ENTIRE order by using the code: FIDDLER at checkout.

Bean Fiddler Rating:

There are a good number of sex toy manufacturers out there, and as a reviewer, I try to gain some experience with a wide variety of them. Having not run across Great Kingsland before, I was curious what their toys might be like. Having nothing else really new on my radar, it seemed like a good time to try out the Pretty Love Bunny carried by We Love Toys.

You know how you order something and even though you know what the measurements are before it arrives you are somehow surprised by the size anyway? That’s what happened with the Pretty Love Bunny. I pulled the box out of the padded envelope and thought, “How can the vibrator possibly fit in a box so small?” Yet it does, and do you know why? Because the Pretty Love Bunny is kinda tiny.

The Pretty Love Bunny is only 5″ from its base to the tips of its ears. It is made mostly of burgundy silicone and has an adorable little face with eyes and a nose. The silicone has a lovely silky feel to it and it does not attract lint like most silicone. The top half of the Pretty Love Bunny is bendy, while the bottom half, with the motor, is made of ABS. It has three ridges across its front that make gripping it easier and more comfortable.

The Pretty Love Bunny is waterproof which makes cleaning easy. I just wash it in the sink with antibacterial soap and water, but you can also use a sex toy cleaner. The silicone portion can be disinfected with a 10% bleach solution.

As there is very little drag with this smooth silicone I don’t require much, if any, lubricant. However, if you do use lube, be sure to use water-based lubricant rather than silicone-based. Silicone-based lubricant can cause a chemical reaction with the silicone of the Pretty Love Bunny damaging it and causing it to become tacky.

I prefer rechargeable vibrators because, in the long run, they are less expensive and better for the environment. You don’t have to spend a lot of money on batteries and find ways to dispose of them. Therefore, the fact that the Pretty Love Bunny is rechargeable makes me happy. It has a small charging port on its bottom that is covered by a removable silicone plug. This plug comes off completely. I don’t like this at all because it is very small and easy to lose. I discovered this because it popped off during my first charge. Losing this silicone plug would not exactly kill the waterproof factor of the Pretty Love Bunny but I would certainly not want to take it into the bath or shower with the port completely open.

As the Pretty Love Bunny does not come with a user manual, I really don’t know how long it takes to get fully charged. During charging, both the charger and the Pretty Love Bunny glow red and the Love Bunny goes dark when charging is complete. I charged mine for a few hours which did the trick. I have not run down the battery yet, so I’m not sure how long that takes. It will run down more quickly if you use it on the higher intensity levels.

The control panel is on the back of the Pretty Love Bunny and blends in well with the body. It is an oval shape with four button areas. These are not distinct buttons but is easy to press the control you want without hitting something else. The trick is getting the vibrator to do what you want. You actually have to press these buttons with such force to change settings, that I don’t think it’s possible to turn the vibrator off accidentally. You also may have issues with the force required to push the buttons during play. I have a very difficult time changing modes and intensity while I’m using the Pretty Love Bunny.

There are + and – buttons as well as up and down arrows. It took a few minutes to figure out how it works as there are no instructions. The up arrow turns the Pretty Love Bunny on and the down arrow turns it off. The plus and minus buttons scroll through the five levels of intensity. What’s weird is that when I turn the vibrator on it seems to be on the third level of intensity. I’ve never run across this before. Most vibrators start at the lowest level of intensity and I have a few that start on the highest, but the middle is just strange. I wouldn’t have thought to try to scroll down after turning the Pretty Love Bunny on, but it just seemed awfully strong for a low setting so I gave it a try.

If the website hadn’t mentioned that there are seven vibration modes, I would have totally missed the patterns. This is why we need manuals, people. Once you’ve set the Pretty Love Bunny on the level of intensity you want, you hit the up arrow to scroll through the seven pattern modes. To turn the vibrator off when you are in the pattern modes, press and hold the – button for a few seconds.
1. Long , slow pulse
2. 2 short then one long pulse
3. Medium pulse
4. Sets of 3 fast pulses
5. 3 short and 3 long pulses
6. Fastest pulses
7. Fast pulses

Just like with the weirdness of turning on at level three intensity, the Pretty Love Bunny’s pattern modes are in a kinda wacky order. I generally find similar patterns are grouped together and arranged by speed, which is not the case here. The order just seems wrong. I suppose this isn’t necessarily a problem, but I find it annoying anyway. Of course, I have more sex toys than any one person needs so I am getting pickier and pickier.

I find the Pretty Love Bunny to be loud for a vibrator of its size. This is not an issue for me, but I know it is for some. The frequency of the vibrations are not deep and rumbly, but they’re not really buzzy either. They feel sort of…light. I think this is partly because the little flexible ears are flicking against my clit as opposed to something solid being pressed against my body. Still, the vibrations are powerful, unexpectedly so. Without having a lot of pressure against my clit I need this added power and I think it will make many people happy.

How do I like the Pretty Love Bunny in use? I love the silky smoothness of the silicone against my skin. It’s versatile because I can use the ears to tickle and tease my clit and if I want more pressure, I can use the nose. The ears also feel great against my nipples and labia. They flick back and forth so quickly I can get pinpoint precision on my clit if I want. While I like the way the Pretty Love Bunny feels on my body, I don’t like actually using it that much because of the control panel. The layout is fine but you have to press so hard on the buttons to make a change that half the time I have to stop what I’m doing to hold it with both hands so I can get enough pressure on the buttons. Granted, I do have long nails and it’s possible this is part of the problem.

The packaging of the Pretty Love Bunny is simple and sweet. It comes in a very hard and sturdy small black box, which unfortunately is not discreet. It doesn’t say vibrator on it but it has an image of the Love Bunny on the front that sort of screams sex toy to me. Inside the box, the Pretty Love Bunny sits in a bed of molded foam and underneath this foam is the charger. I think the funniest part of this toy is the included storage bag. It’s a rough sheer black material that feels low end and it closes with a ribbon that says “sex toys” on it. Hilarious. I usually don’t single out the storage bag but this just cracked me up so much. What this packaging lacks is a user manual and I always find this irritating. I’m plenty experienced with sex toys and can figure out how they work pretty easily, but what about someone who is purchasing this as their first vibrator? Granted, it’s not rocket science, but why make it more difficult and uncomfortable for someone? Nonetheless, this box is really great for storage because it doesn’t take up a huge amount of space. You can also remove the foam and use it to store other things, multiple chargers (labeled), batteries, condoms, etc.

Pretty Love Bunny Pros:
• Strong
• Versatile
• Good shape
• Rechargeable
• Waterproof
• Very silky silicone
• Not a lint magnet

Pretty Love Bunny Cons:
• Difficult to change modes during use
• Loud
• Charging port cover comes off easily
• Starts on level 3 intensity
• Weird order on patterns
• No user manual

The Pretty Love Bunny has me conflicted. I like the way it feels but I don’t like the actual process of using it. I think the Pretty Love Bunny has some flaws with how its vibration modes are set up, but as I admitted, I am picky. I would prefer it start on the lowest level and ramp up from there and I would like the patterns to be more orderly. However, that’s really not a make it or break it issue. I also kinda hate the control panel. It’s just very difficult for me to press the buttons firmly enough.One of the big issues for me is that the charging port cover comes off so easily. That is a big no no. I know I’ve complained more than ever before about the lack of user manual, but I really think this vibrator needs one. Even if I like the vibrator, I’m not sure what good that is if it’s a pain in the butt to use. Still, it does have redeeming qualities, hence my indecisiveness. To a certain degree, the pros and cons cancel each other out leaving me to go with a middle of the road rating. You can find the Pretty Love Bunny at We Love Toys.

Bean Fiddler Rating

Before I start this review, I just want to wish Everyone a Happy 12/12/12!

Ever since I found myself in the midst of the sex toy world, I have been hearing about Jimmyjane products. They have a very strong reputation for making high quality sex toys and sensual items. Over the past two years I’ve kept my eyes open for an opportunity to review something Jimmyjane but it never seemed to come together. Of all the Jimmyjane products, the Form 2 interested me the most. I even posted a Spotlight on it way back. The shape just tickled my fancy and it seemed to have a lot of positive things going for it. As it did not appear anyone would ask me to review it for them, I finally just went for it and picked one up.

I did a lot of research on the Jimmyjane Form 2 before purchasing one. If I’m going to be spending over $100, I want to be reasonably convinced I’m going to like the sex toy I’m investing in. I had read numerous reviews that the Form 2 has a glitch in its motors causing it to make a loud, high-pitched whine when pressure is put on them. Apparently, this is an issue with most Form 2 vibrators and is not something that is fixed by replacing the unit. Nonetheless, I really wanted it so I took the risk. Turns out everything I read was true of my Form 2, but more on that annoying whine later.

The Form 2 is a cute little vibrator that reminds me of a tooth. It is a mere 3″ long and approximately 1.75″ in diameter, not that the diameter matters much as it is not an insertable. There is a motor in each of the little legs giving the Form 2 an extra boost of power. This vibrator is covered in silky smooth silicone that has a minimal amount of drag to it so it doesn’t require a ton of lube. As the Form 2 is silicone, you want to use water-based lubricant with it as silicone-based lubes can create a negative chemical reaction.

One great thing about the Jimmyjane Form 2 is that it’s waterproof with no open ports so it is super easy to clean. You can use warm water and antibacterial soap, a sex toy cleaner, or a 10% bleach solution. Something else I like about this particular silicone is that it is not a lint magnet, which is excellent, as most silicone tends to be. There is a very small seam in the silicone running around the outside of the vibrator but I do not feel it in use at all.

The Jimmyjane Form 2 is rechargeable and the way it charges is super cool. It has a metal circle on it’s base so you it charges when you sit in the charging cradle, like a cordless phone. As I mentioned before there are no open ports, nothing for water to penetrate, which makes me totally comfortable using the Form 2 in the shower and submerging it in the bath, though I do not actually spend much time masturbating in my bathroom.

The control panel of the Jimmyjane Form 2 consists of three teeny buttons on the face of the vibrator, +, -, and ~. These buttons are very straightforward and simple to use. The + button turns the Form 2 on and increases the intensity of the vibration. The – button decreases the intensity of the vibration and turns the vibrator off. The ~ button switches modes and cycles through them. You can increase and decrease the intensity of the vibrations in each mode, which is great. The Form 2 also has a memory chip so it remembers what mode and intensity you were on when you turned it off and starts back in the same place when you turn it back on.

The Jimmyjane Form 2 has five levels of intensity and four vibration modes. They are as follows:
1. Steady vibration
2. Ramp up from motor to motor*
3. Ramp up
4. Fast pulse
*I’m not sure exactly what is going on with the second pattern, but I like it a lot.

I already told you about the mysterious and annoying high-pitched whine and mentioned that my Form 2 does have this glitch. However, it doesn’t happen consistently. I can see no rhyme nor reason as to why sometimes I can put more pressure on the legs without an issue and other times less pressure sets it off. When it does happen it’s annoying, but it doesn’t happen all the time so I can live with it. One thing I find surprising about the Form 2 is that it is louder than I expected. I figured it would be whisper quiet as it’s so small, but it really isn’t. It’s not insanely loud. You can’t hear it through a closed door, but you can hear when it’s under the covers.

Aside from all the hullabaloo about noise, the Form 2 is a joy to use. I love how the little legs surround my clit with their dual motors. I don’t know how other women use their Jimmyjane Form 2 but I like to hold mine sideways so that one leg is on top of my clit and the other is underneath it. It fits my body perfectly this way and provides more than adequate power to get me off quickly and easily. As long as you remember where the buttons are, which comes with practice, it’s a snap to use. Just as I was hoping when I went out on a limb with the Jimmyjane Form 2, I really like it. In fact, it’s pretty great. The power is awesome, especially for a vibrator of this size. It even rivals my most favorite We-Vibe Touch and that, my friends, is not easy to do.

The packaging of the Jimmyjane Form 2 is a bit of a disappointment. It comes in a very large box with images of the vibrator on all sides. It also says “vibrator” right on the front, totally indiscreet. Inside the box the Form 2 sits within a flexible plastic container that also holds the charging cradle. Underneath this container is another smaller one that holds the charging cord. Also included is a pamphlet on the Jimmyjane family and a little instruction booklet. I dislike that this packaging is huge which means it cannot be used for storage, not to mention that once I removed the components from the box I was never able to get them back in and close it again. I really believe when you spend over $100 on a toy a storage bag should be included. Nothing fancy, just a simple satin bag will do. All of my other high end vibrators come with storage bags. Some even come with boxes too pretty to throw away. I know it’s nitpicky but it just annoys me that I have nowhere to store my Form 2.

Jimmyjane Form 2 Pros:
• Dual motors
• Powerful
• Good shape
• Rechargeable
• Waterproof
• Easy to use
• Not a lint magnet
• Silky silicone

Jimmyjane Form 2 Cons:
• Intermittent high-pitched whining noise with applied pressure
• Louder than expected

When it comes to ratings and recommendations, the Jimmyjane Form 2 puts me in a tricky spot. This vibrator could easily be a top contender for my favorite sex toy of 2012 if it weren’t for the irritating glitchy noise issue. Granted, it doesn’t happen every time I use the vibrator but because it does happen at times, when it does it’s annoying. As much as I love the power of the Form 2 and most everything about using it, it is difficult to decide how to rate it. Of course I would prefer my Form 2 was not at all glitchy, but I can live with it. It really is an awesome vibrator but it’s not my only one, so if I don’t feel like dealing with it I don’t have to.

For shape, size, waterproofness, and power, I highly recommend the Form 2. If you are ok with the likelihood that your Form 2 will make this annoying noise, at least from time to time, and it isn’t your only vibrator, then by all means go for it. However, if you need a toy that will always be super quiet, if you find noise horribly distracting, if you’re counting your pennies (and who isn’t nowadays?), I just cannot in good conscience give this vibrator my full backing. Without the noise glitch I would give the Jimmyjane Form 2 a resounding five beans, but that stupid whine won’t allow me to do that. I’m deducting one full bean for it and it would be more if I didn’t like the damn vibrator so much.

You can find the Jimmyjane Form 2 at the following stores:
Babeland
EdenFantasys
Good Vibrations
***TODAY (12/12/12) ONLY Good Vibrations is offering the Form 2 for $99!

Bean Fiddler Rating:

I’ve had my eye on the Goliath for quite some time. It’s large, it looks cool in purple, it comes in different colors, and it’s made by Tantus. I am a big fan of Tantus as you can see from my multiple Tantus reviews and Spotlights. When FunWares started carrying the Goliath, I figured it was my chance to nab one. After all, what girl doesn’t want a Tantus Goliath Vibrating Dildo for her very own? Ok, some people may not want one but I sure did.

One thing I love about Tantus is that they are a U.S. based company and their products are made in the United States, which is uncommon in the sex toy industry. More jobs for American citizens! While it is often my preference to use locally made products, I don’t always have that luxury for a variety of reasons. However, when I do, I jump at the opportunity. Another benefit to Tantus products is that their toys are very high quality and the Tantus Goliath Vibrating Dildo is no exception to this rule.

When it comes to silicone sex toys, Tantus makes some of the best around. Their silicone is luxuriously smooth, rich feeling, and nicely squashy. Made from medical grade 100% Ultra-Premium Platinum Silicone, the Tantus Goliath is made of good stuff. Like other sex toys made from pure silicone, the Goliath is latex and phthalate-free, hypoallergenic, and body safe. Unlike some other toys, however, you can be sure the Goliath is 100% silicone and not some mixture of silicone and TPR or some other material. As sex toy manufacturers are not regulated by the U.S. Government, they are not required to disclose all the materials in their toys. In fact, they can classify a sex toy as a “silicone toy” even if it is not 100% silicone. Tantus does not do this.

In general, you want to use a water-based lubricant with silicone sex toys. Often a silicone-based lube will cause the silicone of the sex toy to become tacky due to a chemical reaction between the silicone in the lube and the silicone of the toy. As the Tantus Goliath Vibrating Dildo is made from high quality 100% silicone, you may be able to use it with high quality silicone-based lubricants, such as Pjur Original Bodyglide. If you are planning on doing this be sure to do a patch test beforehand and keep in mind I am referring to high quality, pure silicone-based lubes, not the cheapy stuff. I definitely recommend using a good amount of lubricant during play as there is significant drag to the silicone of the Tantus Goliath.

Cleaning the Tantus Goliath is easy peasy. You can wash it with warm water and antibacterial soap, a sex toy cleaner, or a 10% bleach solution. After removing the waterproof silver bullet, you can also boil your Goliath for 3-5 minutes or wash it in the the top drawer of your dishwasher, without detergent. This, as well as the bleach solution, will sterilize your Goliath so it can be used between non-fluid bonded partners or go from anal to vaginal use.

On the wider end of dildos, the Tantus Goliath is 7″ long, with 6.5″ being insertable, and 1.75″ in diameter. While not the girthiest dildo I have, the Goliath is certainly moving in that direction. It is a far cry from a slender 1″ diameter insertable that is very common in the world of sex toys. The Goliath has a flared base, so it can be used in a harness o-ring and is safe for anal use.

One of the features of the Tantus Goliath that is not common for me in the dildos I normally choose is the life-like shape and appearance. The Goliath has raised veins that run along the length of the shaft. It also has an enlarged head to give the sensation of an actual penis. Normally, I am not a huge fan of life-like sex toys. They just creep me out. Thankfully, the vibrant Midnight Purple of my Tantus Goliath goes a long way in alleviating that problem.

You may have noticed, I keep referring to the Goliath as a vibrating dildo rather than a vibrator. This is because it is basically a dildo with a receptacle for the included silver bullet. You can use it simply as a dildo without the bullet or add some vibration by inserting it. The included bullet requires one N 1.5v battery (included) and can be used with other Tantus products, such as the Tantus Delta. The silver bullets that come with Tantus vibrating dildos are interchangeable and have just one speed. Just as I have found in the past with other Tantus toys, the vibrations of this bullet are on the buzzy side and not as powerful as I would like. I really wish Tantus would include a better bullet with their products. If it’s going to vibrate, I want to feel and enjoy it. On the other hand, the bullet is waterproof, which is always a good thing. When using the bullet, it is a good idea to add a few drops of lube before inserting it into the base of the Goliath. This makes it easier to remove come cleaning time. If you forget to do this, you may end up throwing the dildo across the room in frustration.

So how do I like the Tantus Goliath in use? I like it. I really enjoy a girthier toy, be it a vibrator or a dildo, so the diameter of the Goliath works well for me. I enjoy the feeling of being filled by it. I also fancy texture, so the veins on the shaft are lovely as well. The flared base makes thrusting easy and comfortable. All in all, the Tantus Goliath is a great dildo. However, when it comes to vibrations the Goliath falls on its face. Though the vibrations of the bullet are somewhat strong (for a bullet) when it’s in my hand, they really do not transmit to the tip of the Goliath well. I feel the vibrations mostly in the base and the thickness of the silicone dulls them quite a bit. The bullet does add some additional stimulation but I need another vibrator on my clit to get off. To be fair, I really require clitoral stimulation to orgasm. That being said, while I can get off using the silver bullet on its own, I have not been able to using it inside the Goliath. I just think it is better as a dildo.

The packaging of the Goliath Vibrating Dildo is typical Tantus fare. It comes in a clear plastic box that is tightly fastened. Inside this box, the Goliath and the silver bullet sit in a clear plastic clamshell. The box is good enough for shipping and such but not the best for storage as it takes up a fair amount of room. It also isn’t the sturdiest thing in the world. However, it does protect the Goliath from smushing up against other silicone sex toys and causing it to get tacky. It also protects it from dust and lint, which is very important because Tantus silicone loves to attract anything floating around in the air. As the box is clear, it is definitely not discreet, so you probably don’t want to leave it laying about the house for everyone to see.

Tantus Goliath Vibrating Pros:
• High quality silicone
• Girthy
• Good Texture
• Pronounced head
• Waterproof
• Can be sterilized

Tantus Goliath Vibrating Dildo Cons:
• Weak vibrations through the silicone
• Buzzy vibrations
• Lint Magnet

Overall, the Tantus Goliath Vibrating Dildo has a lot going for it. It’s made by Tantus and manufactured in the United States. It is nice and thick, with the girthiness feeling pleasantly filling. I love the texture of the veins and the pronounced head popping in out and out of me as I thrust. I appreciate that it is life-like but not life-like at the same time. As a dildo, it’s pretty great. As a vibrator, however, not so much. The vibrations are not strong enough nor deep enough to get me off. I really need an actual vibrator on my clit at the same time to orgasm. That being said, thrusting with the Goliath while using a vibe on my clit is very effective. If it were just a dildo, I’d give the Goliath 4.5 beans but considering it’s supposed to be a vibrating dildo, I have to knock off half a bean as it just isn’t quite up to the task. Nevertheless, I like it enough to strongly recommend it if you’re in the market for a girthy, textured, high-quality dildo. So, head over to FunWares and check out the Tantus Goliath Vibrating Dildo. Remember, you get 10% off FunWares’ already low prices with code: FIDDLER at checkout.

Bean Fiddler Rating:

I know I write about LELO products a lot. In fact, just recently I reviewed the LELO Isla from EdenFantasys. Apart from a one issue I had with the vibrator (granted it was a semi big deal), I really liked it. In fact, I like most of my LELO products. They make such high quality toys. One of their very popular products that I have yet to try is the LELO Luna Beads system. This system is a set kegelcisors or vaginal balls. The Luna Beads come in their original version, the Luna Mini Pleasure Bead System, and now the Luna Beads Noir.

As you might have guessed from the name, before even looking at the image, the LELO Luna Beads Noir vaginal balls are black. They are based on the original Luna Beads system but there is a big difference. Whereas both the original Luna Beads and the Mini Luna Beads come with two sets of vaginal balls of differing weights, the LELO Luna Beads Noir come with only the one set. The upside of this is that the Luna Beads Noir are less expensive than the original and Mini Bead systems. The downside is that you obviously only have one set of vaginal balls with which to work. Having two sets of vaginal balls allows you to start at a lesser weight and work your way up to the heavier balls as your PVC muscle gets stronger.

Luna Beads

Luna Mini Beads

Comparing size and weight, it would seem the LELO Luna Beads Noir are designed for women who are slightly more advanced with their kegel work and who find the longer length of the original Luna Beads uncomfortable. The Luna Beads Noir are 3″ in length compared to the original set’s 3 1/2″ length. This may not seem like a big difference but an additional 1/2″ inside you can make all the difference in the world. The Luna Beads Noir are only 1″ in diameter, making them smaller than the original set’s 1 3/8″ diameter and even the Luna Mini Beads’ diameter of 1 1/8″. This will also tend to make them more comfortable for some women who might find larger vaginal balls too big for comfort. What is cool about the Luna Beads Noir is that while they are smaller in diameter and length than the other Luna Beads systems, they weigh the same as the heavier balls from the original system, 1.4 ounces. This means you really have the opportunity to work on your PVC muscle.

The removable vaginal balls of the LELO Luna Beads Noir are made of hard plastic, which is perfect as it is non-porous, while the little black strappy bit that holds the balls in place is made of silicone. They only come in black, but of course you have the option of the original LELO Luna Beads and the Luna Mini Beads if you prefer the white, blue, and pink.

You can buy all three sets of LELO Luna Beads at EdenFantasys and get free shipping, if you spend $35+. So if you have any interest in a strong PVC muscle (and what woman doesn’t?), I suggest you head over to EdenFantasys and check out the new LELO Luna Beads Noir, as well as the other LELO Luna Beads.