We’ve heard a lot (from our Readers and others) about the vibrator that the NYT’s review column Wired says is the best out there. We think you want to know what CRUSH Reader Susie has to say about it. Thank you, Susie!
We noted (and many of you, dear CRUSH Readers, sent us) the NYT Wired piece on wand vibrators. Not for nothing, but their overall best pick, The Hitachi Magic Wand (Rechargeable), is a vibrator that we had sent out to a few of our toy testers almost two years ago. When we sought their reviews, we heard bupkus back. Nothing.
Our PrimeCrush Toy Tester Reviewers are quick to fill out reviews for things they love, as well as hate. But the things they’re ‘whatever’ over they just don’t get around to reviewing. When we pressed again after reading it was the top pick of Wired’s team, we eventually got some brief responses back that varied from “meh,” to “yeah, no.”
But here’s another, contrary data point: when we asked CRUSH Readers to write in with their favorite sex toys, one Reader replied:
“The Hitachi Magic Wand is my favorite. Yes, it’s the old standby. The rechargeable version doesn’t constrain you to wall outlets, and the variable speeds and tempos just work.”
We wanted to keep digging on this, and decided on another approach. Looking for our own ‘head-to-head’ (so to speak) comparison on wand vibrators, we sent Susie, one of our Sex Toy Testing stalwarts, a few to compare, knowing she’d come back with a candid report. (Susie’s been testing for us since we started this series.)
We Asked One of Our Sex Toy Testers to Compare Wand Vibrators.
Word-for-word, here’s what Susie says.
I had never used a wand vibrator before the three I tested arrived in my mail. Sure, I had seen the Hitachi Magic Wand in Frederick’s of Hollywood while strolling the mall as a teenager, but I had no idea how it worked. So when I made my first vibrator purchase, I bypassed this odd-looking tool for something that looked more familiar – a neon pink vibrating cock. Welcome to the bizarre world of sex toys!
The Hitachi Magic Wand
The Hitachi Magic Wand has been around for decades and is a classic vibrator. The Magic Wand is no frills. From the “As seen on TV” box to the instruction manual that looks like the one that came with my new oscillating fan, you never doubt that the Magic Wand is utilitarian. It is made of hard plastic, which isn’t really comfortable. The strong motor gives it its oomph as well as its loudness. Many people are devoted to their Magic Wands, swearing by their simplicity and speed. There are two settings, and they are strong. There is no build-up with the Magic Wand, and unlike other vibrators, you can put the massive round head around your genitals and have an intense orgasm. No need to insert it anywhere; in fact, please don’t! The Magic Wand is great for people experiencing decreased sensitivity or decreased libido because it speeds things up. I found it to be too much for me initially, so I used it with my clothes on, and that helped with the intensity.
The Dame Com Wand Vibrator
The second wand vibrator I tried was the Dame Com. It was the complete opposite of the Magic Wand. The experience with the Magic Wand is no nonsense, practical, and straightforward. With the Dame Com, they are trying to evoke luxury and beauty. The packaging was beautiful, the soft pink wand nestled in a wave of pinks and purples. The wand itself was incredibly soft, made of medical grade silicone. It is waterproof, so you can take it in the tub or shower. One nice feature of the Com is that it curves so it is more comfortable to handle and use. There are five patterns to try, and they can be set at five different intensity levels. It’s relatively quiet yet has power. I loved the Dame Com. I liked how soft it was and how I could control the intensity. It felt great on other parts of my body, too, especially my breasts. I used the Com solo but can see the potential of introducing it to a partner. While I am still learning how to use a wand vibrator, I am excited to return this one.
The LELO Smart Wand 2 Vibrator
The final wand vibrator I tried was the Lelo Smart Wand 2 (Large). Like the Dame Com, it was beautifully packaged. It was a bold magenta and had a sleek curved gold handle, which was striking to look at. Like the Com, the Smart Wand is waterproof and uses soft silicone. There are 10 settings, though, giving you more options for speed and intensity. The Smart Wand was quiet and easy to use. The different settings allowed for variation in intensity and rhythm. The Smart Wand was heavier than the others, and the head was quite large, which made it feel slightly top heavy (bottom heavy?). I found the head to be too big, and I struggled with getting it to fit comfortably. Lelo offers Smart Wands in a medium, which would be a better fit for me. While Lelo claims the gold on the handle helps create a sturdier handle, I’m not convinced it is necessary nor feels better than all silicone. It does look sleek, so it may matter to someone’s design aesthetic.
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