Great for kegels, not for g-spot
This toy is great at what it's advertised as - a kegel exerciser. But if you're looking for something to tease your g-spot while you do housework, keep looking; this one disappoints.Published: October 28, 2011
Pros:
*high quality silicone
*great for kegels
*great for kegels
Cons:
*not a great shape for a newbie
*not great for sexual stimulation
*not great for sexual stimulation
Physically this toy is top notch. The packaging is classy and (when I ordered mine, which was about a year ago) included a sample lube from Fun Factory. The internal steel ball makes a soft kind of rolling noise, but it's very quiet and I couldn't hear anything once they were inserted. The silicone is nice and smooth, and a little water based lube goes a long way when inserting. The looped string makes taking them out a cinch (just remember to relax!). The silicone is very firm. The first few times I inserted these it was a very tight fit and inadvertent clenching could hurt, but once they were in I appreciated the firmness. I clean mine with soap and water, no muss no fuss.
As far as kegel exercises go, these were fine. As I mentioned, the first few times I used them it was already a tight fit so I'm not sure how much tighter I got, but they've got a nice weight to them and I was definitely working my kegels more than I usually do when I had them in.
That said, I bought mine because of the reviews that touted them as discreet g-spot stimulation and I found them woefully inadequate in that area (and I have gotten aroused from my menstrual cup hitting the right spot, so I don't think it's me). I love being teased, and when I bought these I was in college living with about 15 other students. The idea of slipping in the Teneo balls and then vacuuming the living room, getting aroused but unable to do anything about it because my house mates were in there studying, would've been a dream come true.
Unfortunately once they were in I could hardly feel them, except as a kegel-stimulating weight. They were discreet and easy to wear "in public" - I walked around, did the dishes, sat and read a book - but I didn't get any stimulation from them at all.
As far as kegel exercises go, these were fine. As I mentioned, the first few times I used them it was already a tight fit so I'm not sure how much tighter I got, but they've got a nice weight to them and I was definitely working my kegels more than I usually do when I had them in.
That said, I bought mine because of the reviews that touted them as discreet g-spot stimulation and I found them woefully inadequate in that area (and I have gotten aroused from my menstrual cup hitting the right spot, so I don't think it's me). I love being teased, and when I bought these I was in college living with about 15 other students. The idea of slipping in the Teneo balls and then vacuuming the living room, getting aroused but unable to do anything about it because my house mates were in there studying, would've been a dream come true.
Unfortunately once they were in I could hardly feel them, except as a kegel-stimulating weight. They were discreet and easy to wear "in public" - I walked around, did the dishes, sat and read a book - but I didn't get any stimulation from them at all.
Experience
These were the first insertable toy I tried and I wouldn't recommend them for someone just starting out, unless you know the 1.5" diameter will be fine for you (learn from my mistakes!). Because they're egg shaped instead of tapered like most dildos, if they're a tight fit going in, they're just as tight going out. The first time I tried it I got one in past the half-way point (which was a very tight fit and required some deep breathing), decided that was enough for the day and then had to do it all over again to get it out. It wasn't a very sexy experience.
Follow-up commentary
2 months after original review
I've only used these twice since my review but I had some new observations that I wanted to add. First, I think I'm not getting g-spot stimulation while walking around because my g-spot is lining up with the narrow bit between the two balls. Second, I accidentally discovered that peeing with these in is surprisingly difficult but feels really good! So if you're also disappointed with these not giving you any stimulation, maybe give that a try.
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Have you tried these or something similar?
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I'm curious to hear about how long (daily and over the long term) you wore them, and what the results were. Could you tell a difference?
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Quote: I'm curious to hear about how long (daily and over the long term) you wore them, and what the results were. Could you tell a difference?I'll be interested to hear people's responses to this. My understanding is that they can be worn all day. But when I try to wear any toy for a prolonged period of time (more than 1 hours) I find that I get dry and the toy gets uncomfortable and I have to take it out.
As for telling a difference: I try to remember to do some Kegel exercises a few times a day, and I've noticed a difference since I started. Since these toys are a Kegel exerciser, I assume that if they do what they're meant to do, then yes, you would be able to tell a difference. These are at the top of my wishlist right now. Maybe I'll get them soon and I'll be able to give you an answer myself! -
never tried them. Looks cool though
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Choosing The Right Ben Wa Balls For Your Anatomy
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So, this is a general question for all the women out there. I recently purchased Fun Factory's Smart balls Teneo Duo and they're my first set of ben wa balls. I spent quite some time analyzing the different types of ben wa balls and felt comfortable enough purchasing the ones from Fun Factory after the great reviews. Now that I've gotten them and tried them a few times, I'm sort of disappointed and left wondering if I'm doing something wrong (since many others seem to love them).
For me, the balls are very cumbersome to insert. The product isn't huge by any means. I own vibrators with a larger circumference than the Teneo Duo. Yet, everytime I've struggled to insert them (even with lube). Additionally, I can't feel any vibrations or movement. I know they're not necessarily supposed to be arousing. But, I literally can't feel anything. While, when I hold them in my hand and move them slightly, I can feel the movement without a problem. So. I'm looking for advice from any women out there.
Should I have started with smaller sized ben wa balls? Does the material of the balls make a difference in sensation (metal vs. silicone)? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! -
Quote: So, this is a general question for all the women out there. I recently purchased Fun Factory's Smart balls Teneo Duo and they're my first set of ben wa balls. I spent quite some time analyzing the different types of ben wa balls and felt comfortable enough purchasing the ones from Fun Factory after the great reviews. Now that I've gotten them and tried them a few times, I'm sort of disappointed and left wondering if I'm doing something wrong (since many others seem to love them).I have both the original Smartballs and the Teneo Duo. I can offer some personal insight into one of your problems, and will take a stab in the dark at the other.
For me, the balls are very cumbersome to insert. The product isn't huge by any means. I own vibrators with a larger circumference than the Teneo Duo. Yet, everytime I've struggled to insert them (even with lube). Additionally, I can't feel any vibrations or movement. I know they're not necessarily supposed to be arousing. But, I literally can't feel anything. While, when I hold them in my hand and move them slightly, I can feel the movement without a problem. So. I'm looking for advice from any women out there.
Should I have started with smaller sized ben wa balls? Does the material of the balls make a difference in sensation (metal vs. silicone)? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
First, as to insertion, my stab in the dark is: are you using lube and inserting the balls one by one? This toy needs lubricant, as its silioone creates a lot of friction and "drag." I swab some lube on the top half of the first ball, and a little around the neck of the second. I also find the finger insertion grip to be useless for the first ball. You have to hold the first ball on its own and pop it in there, then use the finger grip for the second.
As to the vibrations, my personal experience is that I didn't feel them at all when I first started using the smartballs, but the sensation improved as my grip did. I didn't find that the vibrations stimulated involuntary muscle contractions or gave me a passive workout out of the box. I had to use them for a couple of weeks and do a lot of deliberate squeezing before the process got more automatic.
Your mileage may vary, as everyone's anatomy is different, but my advice would be to give it a couple of weeks of daily wear and see whether your opinion changes. I love mine now and feel that they provide a PC muscle workout that is superior to kegel exercises sans equipment.
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Quote: I have both the original Smartballs and the Teneo Duo. I can offer some personal insight into one of your problems, and will take a stab in the dark at the other.So the sensation improves over time? I've never been impressed by any balls, because I can't feel them. I think I'll take your advice and try to get some regular use out of mine so maybe I can see what all the fuss is about.
First, as to insertion, my stab in the dark is: are you using lube and inserting the balls one by one? This toy needs lubricant, as its silioone creates a lot of friction and "drag." I swab some lube on the top half of the first ball, and a little around the neck of the second. I also find the finger insertion grip to be useless for the first ball. You have to hold the first ball on its own and pop it in there, then use the finger grip for the second.
As to the vibrations, my personal experience is that I didn't feel them at all when I first started using the smartballs, but the sensation improved as my grip did. I didn't find that the vibrations stimulated involuntary muscle contractions or gave me a passive workout out of the box. I had to use them for a couple of weeks and do a lot of deliberate squeezing before the process got more automatic.
Your mileage may vary, as everyone's anatomy is different, but my advice would be to give it a couple of weeks of daily wear and see whether your opinion changes. I love mine now and feel that they provide a PC muscle workout that is superior to kegel exercises sans equipment.
Hope this helps.
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What's the difference
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Between the Smartballs Teneo duo and the regular Smartballs
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Quote: Between the Smartballs Teneo duo and the regular SmartballsThe regular smart balls are smaller in diameter and circumference. So pick which one you think would be more comfortable for you.
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The Teneo Duo are also made out of silicone, while the regular Smartballs are made of Elastomed.
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Oh my goodness! Those are much bigger than what I'd expected. Thank you, thank you for including such important info! I had these on my wishlist. Yikes! There's no way that size would be comfortable for me. The only thing that's stopped me from getting the kegel balls yet is because there's so darn many to choose from I can't ever make up my mind. Lol. Your review was super helpful. I think I should look for a smaller size.
I do hate that they weren't able to give you that excitement That's what I'm looking for in the balls too. Lol Great job on the review!
Thanks Kendra! I'm glad the review was useful. I wish I'd been smarter about sizing when I bought mine, best of luck finding something that suits you
good review, thanks for sharing.
Great review!
Thanks for the review! Very informative!
Thanks for the review.
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thanks!
Thanks, good review.