Next Generation Smart Balls
These next generation smart balls are body-friendly, easy to use and provide both stimulation and exercise when used to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles.Published: May 27, 2009
Pros:
Silicone, noticeable improvement in pelvic muscle strength with use
Cons:
Texture may be uncomfortable for some while inserting
Serving as the next generation of ben wa balls from Fun Factory, the Smart Balls Teneo Duo pick up where the original Smart Balls left off. These new balls are slightly larger, but the major differences are in the material, texture and retrieval cord. The Teneo Duo balls are coated in 100% silicone, making them more hygienic and safe than the original Smart Balls. Like their predecessors, these vaginal balls are connected to one another with a piece of silicone, and have a retrieval cord to assist in removal. This cord is also made from silicone, and is quite stretchy. A small hollow in the second ball is designed to make insertion easier, though even with this help I found inserting the balls a challenge the first few times.
Texturally, the Teneo Duo balls have a ridged and ‘carved’ surface, which can definitely be felt during insertion – in fact, for me this texture was actually a little uncomfortable when pushing the balls inside. Once firmly seated inside of me, however, the raised parts of these balls granted extra sensation.
Ben wa balls, far from just looking pretty, are designed to serve a purpose: they are designed to tone and strengthen the pelvic muscles, as well as provide pleasure when used. Inner balls made from metal or another material provide silent vibrations while exercising, and if positioned correctly one ball can easily push up against the G-spot. Flexing and releasing one’s pelvic muscles against the firm weight of a set of ben wa balls or other vaginal exercisers strengthens these muscles, leading to more pleasurable sexual experiences.
Being made of silicone, the Teneo Duo balls can be washed with warm soapy water, sterilized with a 10% bleach solution or boiling water, or even thrown in the dishwasher (top rack, no soap). Silicone-based lube should definitely not be used with these balls, and given the lack of a flared base, anal use is not recommended.
Texturally, the Teneo Duo balls have a ridged and ‘carved’ surface, which can definitely be felt during insertion – in fact, for me this texture was actually a little uncomfortable when pushing the balls inside. Once firmly seated inside of me, however, the raised parts of these balls granted extra sensation.
Ben wa balls, far from just looking pretty, are designed to serve a purpose: they are designed to tone and strengthen the pelvic muscles, as well as provide pleasure when used. Inner balls made from metal or another material provide silent vibrations while exercising, and if positioned correctly one ball can easily push up against the G-spot. Flexing and releasing one’s pelvic muscles against the firm weight of a set of ben wa balls or other vaginal exercisers strengthens these muscles, leading to more pleasurable sexual experiences.
Being made of silicone, the Teneo Duo balls can be washed with warm soapy water, sterilized with a 10% bleach solution or boiling water, or even thrown in the dishwasher (top rack, no soap). Silicone-based lube should definitely not be used with these balls, and given the lack of a flared base, anal use is not recommended.
Experience
Having used these balls over the past several weeks, I've noticed a small but definite improvement in the strength of my pelvic muscles, and in my orgasms. When you are finished using these balls, bearing down and pushing helps to remove them without breaking the silicone retrieval loop.
This product was provided free of charge to the reviewer. This review is in compliance with the
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Ariane
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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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Thank you for viewing Smartballs Teneo duo – vaginal balls review page!
I am wondering though if the way the strings are attached (seperately) as compared to the smart balls (connected jointly) makes a significant difference in sensation of the cord at the opening of the vaginal entrance?
Thanks for the review.
It's good to see that these are silicone - now if they would have the color choices
Thanks for the review!
I could see how that texture could be a little uncomfortable to insert. Thanks for the review!
Naughty Student: If you play with the strings a bit there might be some difference in sensation between the two attachment methods, but to be honest unless I was actively fiddling with them I didn't notice much, even while walking around.
Sammi: These are new to EdenFantasys, so hopefully EF will offer all of the colors soon.
What sort of exercises do you do specifically? Are these comfortable to long term wear? Can you feel the vibrations better than the original and/or other vaginal balls?
great review!
Thanks for the review!
Thanks
great review!
thank you