¡Ella casi me vuelve loca! (but only almost crazy)
Ella is definitely a great dildo, but falls short on her g-spot end. However, if you're looking for a great all-around dildo, give Ella a try! For her price and quality, she really can't be beat.Published: August 11, 2009
Pros:
100% silicone, well designed, one year warranty.
Cons:
G-spot end tends to catch on pubic bone uncomfortably.
When the Ella first arrived at my doorstep I ripped the package open to find the nicest packaged sex toy I had ever come across. LELO is luxury in every way, from the packaging to the warranty, all is wonderfully thought out. I took Ella out of her beautiful packaging and held her in my hand. The dildo is surprisingly lightweight and made me think that maybe I would be disappointed because I usually like that "full" feeling. I was proved wrong on this front.
There are two ends to the Ella and my favorite part is by far the traditionally shaped end, which I'm sure makes me a minority. It is wide in all the right places and tapers off to nothing in the right places as well. Because of this flowing shape, when thrusting it feels as delicious as first insertion every single time. The g-spot end it tapered and angled as to hit the g-spot upon insertion. I will say it works, but it has some drawbacks; when thrusting hard with the g-spot end the dildo can get hung up on your pubic bone, which is very uncomfortable and can even be classified as painful. Therefore, the g-spot end is made for only very, very shallow thrusts or you will be in a world of pain instead of earth-shattering pleasure.
Ella is a well-made silicone dildo from LELO. First of all, she is made from 100% silicone, which automatically makes her superior as she is body safe and can be sterilized by boiling or wiping down with a 10% bleach solution. If you're not planning to share her you can just wash her off with some mild soap and water. I found that I like to wash her before and after each use as she's a major lint collector, but less so when kept in her storage box. Another great thing about silicone is she doesn't have that nasty chemical smell some cheaper toys have, so you won't be distracted by an awful smell while trying to get off with your new toy. Also, because she's so awesome and silicone, make sure to only use water-based lube with her!
Even though Ella is a body safe material, you should not use her anally as she has no flared base and using her may result in an embarrassing ER trip! That's definitely not what you want when having fun with your new toy.
There are two ends to the Ella and my favorite part is by far the traditionally shaped end, which I'm sure makes me a minority. It is wide in all the right places and tapers off to nothing in the right places as well. Because of this flowing shape, when thrusting it feels as delicious as first insertion every single time. The g-spot end it tapered and angled as to hit the g-spot upon insertion. I will say it works, but it has some drawbacks; when thrusting hard with the g-spot end the dildo can get hung up on your pubic bone, which is very uncomfortable and can even be classified as painful. Therefore, the g-spot end is made for only very, very shallow thrusts or you will be in a world of pain instead of earth-shattering pleasure.
Ella is a well-made silicone dildo from LELO. First of all, she is made from 100% silicone, which automatically makes her superior as she is body safe and can be sterilized by boiling or wiping down with a 10% bleach solution. If you're not planning to share her you can just wash her off with some mild soap and water. I found that I like to wash her before and after each use as she's a major lint collector, but less so when kept in her storage box. Another great thing about silicone is she doesn't have that nasty chemical smell some cheaper toys have, so you won't be distracted by an awful smell while trying to get off with your new toy. Also, because she's so awesome and silicone, make sure to only use water-based lube with her!
Even though Ella is a body safe material, you should not use her anally as she has no flared base and using her may result in an embarrassing ER trip! That's definitely not what you want when having fun with your new toy.
Experience
From my experience I would suggest using Ella by herself the first time, before adding clitoral stimulation. While she was not able to make me orgasm alone, it was a great feeling and maybe with a little more practice I can get there.
I was on the edge the entire time and had to add in my LAYAspot, to get there in the end. However, orgasming around the Ella feels so great, that I don't regret the purchase at all. She's going to be in my collection for years to come with good care.
I was on the edge the entire time and had to add in my LAYAspot, to get there in the end. However, orgasming around the Ella feels so great, that I don't regret the purchase at all. She's going to be in my collection for years to come with good care.
Follow-up commentary
2 months after original review
I have begun to love Ella much more than I initially did. I found a good angle so that she no longer catches uncomfortably on my pubic bone, which was my mine complaint about her. While she's not my favorite dildo, she's a good addition to anyone's collection.
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ella vs. others
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I want to get ella as my first she doesn't seem as menacing as the others made of glass or metal but are those materials better sensation wise?
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It comes down to personal preference, really. You're not going to know if glass or metal feels better to you until you try.
A couple things to keep in mind, though: glass and metal have absolutely no give, so they tend to feel bigger than silicone toys of the same size. They're also rather heavy in most cases, and so you need to be a bit more careful when you use them. Being too rough can result in internal bruising. They're very slick and smooth, though, unlike silicone which typically has some drag to it.
The Ella is pretty rigid for a silicone toy, but it's very light and easy to use. It's great if you're new to dildos. :) -
Quote: I want to get ella as my first she doesn't seem as menacing as the others made of glass or metal but are those materials better sensation wise?I have not tried anything like that I hear alot of good things and alot of not so good things. its up to you to try and see what you prefer..
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How Does Lelo Ella compare to Gigi?
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I know that Ella doesn't vibrate, but are there many other differences? I am wondering whether the Ella might be a better shape or size for g-spot stimulation
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Would the Ella work well for a beginner?
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I'm thinking of getting my bestfriend this for Christmas but she is new to toys. Would this be a good toy to give a newbie? I have not tried it myself so I'm not sure how easy it is to master.
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I have the similarly shaped Gigi and found nothing but frustration when trying to thrust with it.
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i think it would be a good option for a beginner.
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I need help the Ella curve is doing me in.
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I am not sure what I am doing wrong. I have read every review and some twice. I can not figure this girl out. I want to write a review but, how can I write a review on something I do not get. Any ideas would be wonderful. Please help me enjoy this beautiful toy.
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What do you not get about it? Not every toy works for every woman. Does it hurt to use? Maybe your vagina is too small for it yet or maybe you just need some lube. Do you not feel anything? Again, nothing is for everyone. Try sqeezing the toy by doing kegels when you use it. Some women say that makes things feel better. Or maybe try tilting it up towards your g-spot. That works for me with other toys.
I haven't used it yet. Just recently purchased a white Ella. And I can't wait! We've got the same name! :D -
If you don't get it you can still write your review from that perspective. I'm sure you wouldn't be the only one who had that experience with it. I have the Ella and she's nice but she's not fireworks for me and that's ok. We all have different experiences with toys and that is what makes these reviews so valuable.
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Dildo vs. Vibrator
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I am having a hard time getting used to the idea of a dildo vs. a vibrator! As far as using one goes, how does one decide which is better for oneself? Just wondering and thanks!
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Quote: I am having a hard time getting used to the idea of a dildo vs. a vibrator! As far as using one goes, how does one decide which is better for oneself? Just wondering and thanks!What I mean by this I think is, is it easier with one than the other, or maybe does it require a different mind set or even is one better with partner play vs. solo? I don't know, LOL, just curious.
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When we started with toys it was all about clit vibes for 'effective' reliable orgasms. But as we got into g-spot and a-spot stimulation, dildos have advantages over vibes because pressure is more important than vibes.
Now we almost always have some of both going on. A dildo for internal and a clit vibe for external - although she occasionally likes two vibes.
The only truism I've found is that what she wants/needs is different almost every time. I use to think 'this worked last time - so lets do it again' - but now I think 'we did that last time - what can I do to mix things up'.
That's why we have dozens of toys - both vibes and dildos.
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Ella for beginners
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Hey! I was just wondering if Ella would be something an absolute beginner could use, someone who's never gone looking for her g-spot before. She seems awfully tempting, but I wonder if I it's too advanced a toy for me?
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Quote: Hey! I was just wondering if Ella would be something an absolute beginner could use, someone who's never gone looking for her g-spot before. She seems awfully tempting, but I wonder if I it's too advanced a toy for me?Ella is perfect for beginners. I had tried several other G-spot toys before Ella. Ella was the first one that worked for me. Several people have had their first successes with Ella.
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Quote: Ella is perfect for beginners. I had tried several other G-spot toys before Ella. Ella was the first one that worked for me. Several people have had their first successes with Ella.I'm glad Ella seems like such a successful toy! I hope she works for me, too <3
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Ella and Gigi
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I've had both the Ella and the Gigi sitting in my shopping cart for days now. I was wondering.. should I get them both, or should I maybe just get one to try, then maybe later on get the other if I want?
They both seem so worth it, it's hard to just pick one! -
Quote: I've had both the Ella and the Gigi sitting in my shopping cart for days now. I was wondering.. should I get them both, or should I maybe just get one to try, then maybe later on get the other if I want?I just bought the Ella and have not tried it yet, but everyone seems to love it. I have had the GiGi for a couple of months and rarely use it, mainly because the control thing is located in the worst possible spot, and I invariably hit it and make the settings change! Argh! I also had no luck with it for g-spot stimulation, and the only times I get it out it is for clit work.
They both seem so worth it, it's hard to just pick one!
Even though I wasn't crazy about GiGi, it seems to do the job for a lot of people, so it might work for you. In fact, I bought it based on all the wonderful reviews. I've come to the conclusion that there is no one toy that will do the trick for everyone. Everyone is VERY different in their tastes and what they need. -
I agree that no toy is good for everyone. I can not get a rabbit vibe that actually works for me by stimulating my clit and vag at the same time. Perhaps its operator error.
Anyway, I love the Gigi. I solved the control issue for me anyway by wiping the lube off the control and my fingers...success. The effectiveness of the Gigi is the vibe plus the design. I don't have the Ella, which is not a vibe but I see it as similar to many of the g spot dils available.
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I love my Ella and I do enjoy the g-spot end the most, that being said I totally agree with you, it can and does catch on the pubic bone. I've just learned to use it in a way that works for me. Nice review.
Thanks! Maybe I just need to try the g-spot end more and angle my wrist in different ways until I find something more comfortable.
Thanks for the review!