About this time last year, I reviewed the Nomi Tang Getaway Wild Vibrator. It was my first experience with Nomi Tang and I was impressed. Thanks to Babeland, I have had the opportunity to try out the Getaway’s older sibling, the Nomi Tang Better Than Chocolate.

The packaging of the Nomi Tang Better Than Chocolate Vibrator is very high end, so of course I’m a fan. The outside sleeve is not the most discreet, however, as it has an image of the vibrator and the printed words, “designer vibrator” on it. This I could do without. Get rid of the sleeve and you have a lovely white hinged box with the Nomi Tang logo on it, discreet and elegant. Included in the box is the Better Than Chocolate Vibrator (of course), the user manual in nine languages, and a soft, velvety storage bag.

As you can see from the images, the Nomi Tang Better Than Chocolate Vibrator has an unusual shape. It is designed as a clitoral stimulator, to be used externally, not for insertion. The shape is meant to gently stimulate the sensitive areas on your body and is especially good for cupping the the labia and pressing up against the clit. The Better Than Chocolate also works well for pinpoint nipple stimulation.

The Nomi Tang Better Than Chocolate Vibrator is 4.25″ long, 2.5″ wide, and approximately 1.5″ thick. It is made from thermoplastic elastomer and polycarbonate. This elastomer/polycarbonate combination feels softer than a hard ABS plastic. It is also porous and therefore should not be shared with non-fluid bonded partners. However, as it is plastic, you can use both water-based lubricants and silicone-based lubricants with it. The thermoplastic elastomer is nice and smooth so I find very little lubricant is necessary for use. Just a little dab does it for me if I use any lube at all. I find my natural lubrication is often sufficient.

As the Nomi Tang Better Than Chocolate is waterproof up to approximately three feet, cleaning is a breeze. Just make sure the battery cap is screwed on tightly before washing with warm water and antibacterial soap, or cleaning with your favorite toy cleaner.

Did I say battery cap? Why yes, I did. The Nomi Tang Better Than Chocolate Vibrator runs on two AAA batteries that are not included. Sad. I really do think all vibrators that require batteries should include the first set, but maybe I’m greedy. I do give Nomi Tang points for including the very nice storage bag.

Aside from its unusual shape, the other thing that makes the Nomi Tang Better Than Chocolate Vibrator unique is its control panel, which consists of the dedicated on/off button and the touch sensor. The on/off button is self-explanatory. It’s the touch sensor that requires a bit of explanation. The touch sensor is about 1.5″ long and .5″ wide, with the “NT” logo at the bottom, and very easy to use. To increase the Better Than Chocolate’s vibration level, slide your finger up along the sensor, away from the NT logo. Each swipe of your finger increases the power by one level. To decrease power, slide your finger down, toward the logo. To switch to a pulsation pattern, hold your finger over the NT logo for 2 seconds. Change the pulsation speed by swiping your finger and down the sensor, just like you do with the vibration levels. This control system is unique and responsive, and works remarkably well. I will say it does take some getting used to though.

A great feature is the touch sensor’s lock. At any time, simply hold your finger at the top of the touch sensor for two seconds and you lock in that particular power level and pattern. This keeps you from accidentally changing the program during play. The NT logo glows blue while on steady vibration, flashes blue while on pulsation pattern, and glows red when the sensor is locked. The Nomi Tang Better Than Chocolate Vibrator will lock automatically when the touch sensor is covered with water, but it will continue functioning. Simply dry off the touch sensor to unlock the vibrator and change your speed or pattern or turn it off.

The pulsation patterns are a bit difficult to define as they are not exactly discrete, but they go something like this:
1. Buuuuzzzzz buuuuzzzzz buuuuzzzzz buuuuzzzzz
2. Buuuzzz buuuzzz buuuzzz buuuzzz
2. Buuzz buuzz buuzz buuzz
3. Buz buz buz buz buz

The Nomi Tang Better Than Chocolate Vibrator comes with a one year manufacturer’s warranty, which tells me that Nomi Tang is willing to stand behind their products. This is always a good sign to me.

In use, I really like the Nomi Tang Better Than Chocolate Vibrator. The unique shape fits well in my hand and is easy to press up against my clit. The shape also transmits the vibrations well against my body without making my hand go numb. While I had some complaints about the power level of the Getaway Wild, I find the Better Than Chocolate sufficient in power to get me off. It’s actually quite a bit stronger than my Getaway Wild, which surprised me in a happy way. The vibrations could still be stronger, but it’s not like it takes me forever to get off with this vibrator. I find the vibrations to be slightly less rumbly than those of the Getaway Wild, but they are not high-pitched and buzzy.

Nomi Tang Better Than Chocolate Vibrator Pros:
• Great shape
• Intuitive control panel
• Waterproof
• Storage bag

Nomi Tang Better Than Chocolate Vibrator Cons:
• Material cannot be sterilized
• Vibrations make be weak for some
• Battery-operated

There are definitely some great things about the Nomi Tang Better Than Chocolate Vibrator. I really like the shape and the control panel, though it does have a learning curve. I love that it is waterproof and comes with a storage bag. I am not a power queen but I do need a fair amount of lower frequency vibrations to get off. While the Better Than Chocolate is not the most powerful, most rumbly vibrator on the block it does the job. I would prefer this vibrator be rechargeable but that’s just kinda picky. I would also prefer it to be made out of silicone, but I have no real need to share it with anyone so that isn’t an issue for me. Overall, I am happy with the Better Than Chocolate, though I’m not sure it lives up to its name. Then again, sometimes there truly is nothing better than chocolate.

Head on over to Babeland and choose a Nomi Tang Better Than Chocolate Vibrator in one of three colors, fuschia, blue, or sakura pink (like mine)!

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