Heart racer - clitoral stimulator by Cal Exotics - review by ERW

This is a pretty versatile vibrator. The wand shape means it can be inserted or traced over genitals or breasts or held at one point with some leverage for deeper vibration. It's effective as a clitoral stimulator if you like direct pressure. Insertion does dull the vibration, but the highest setting is strong enough that it's still fairly effective. It's very effective when used lightly over the clitoris or pressed down firmly just above the clitoral hood, and when used to tease the vaginal entrance. The variable strength makes it good for beginners and experienced users who want something of this shape. Good for solo play, or for partnered if your partner knows what you like. It's quiet enough to use behind a closed door.

It's smooth, hard plastic, which transfers the vibrations pretty sharply, and also makes it easy to clean. A couple things, like the glitter infused into the plastic and the heart at the tip, are there just to be cute. They don't really do anything but add a playful touch and, in the case of the heart, just a tiny bit of rounded texture.

It's well designed for what it is. It wasn't designed as a vibrating dildo, so the width of the shaft is narrow, made for grasping to maneuver the head. The shaft is long enough for just about any hand size to get a good grip and angle with. The entire length of it does vibrate, and will buzz your fingers if you use it for long. It's slim enough to store easily in something the size of a jewelry box and to pack discreetly as long as no one actually takes it out; the glitter isn't very discreet.

The best part of this toy is probably the control knob. It's a dial at the base that you can turn from low to high and adjust pretty precisely for the strength of vibration you want; that makes this a good toy for just about anyone. The head vibrates most strongly, but the whole shaft buzzes only a little less! I found that very useful, since the shaft can still be pressed against the clit when the head is at the vaginal entrance. The waterproofing makes washing up especially easy. The vibrations from low to high are more a matter of speed and intensity than vigorous movement, so people who want more mechanical oomph may not like it as well. The strongest setting is higher pitched than the lower, and may carry just a bit further, but overall it's pretty quiet. I would recommend using it with a dildo, for those who like penetration; the two together make a great combination.

This toy is very easy to care for. It washes with warm water and soap, and stores easily in a box or bag. It goes well with any lube, and is smooth enough to use without too. It doesn't pick up lint, either, which is nice, and a quick wipe with a corner of the sheet will take care of any dust if it's been sitting for a while. It takes two AAA batteries and goes strong on them for a reasonable length of time.

The packaging is not discreet, so if this is an issue for you open the box in private; it's a plastic clamshell with a paper insert, and shows the toy clearly. There are directions on how to insert the batteries, and the packaging tells you what kind. There are no other directions, but this is an obvious enough toy that they aren't really needed. The controls at the base do have little arrows for higher and lower.

One thing to be aware of is that the screw at the cap, that holds the base together, may come loose with the vibration. If it does, it will make a rattling sound far louder than the buzz of the toy itself! It can be tightened with an eyeglasses screwdriver, but if you're using the toy for long it might loosen again. If that happens, I find that keeping a thumb or forefinger resting on the base will stop the rattle. This doesn't interfere much with the toy's use, but it is a minor annoyance.

This toy gave me a sharp, fast orgasm, strong enough that my thighs nearly cramped. I like! If you have a very sensitive clit, or if your sensitivity spikes right after orgasm (as mine does) be aware you may not be able to turn down the intensity fast enough and might just need to remove the toy while you settle or else switch to fingers. It's very buzzy, and if you like buzz this is the toy for you. If you prefer something that really moves or manipulates your clit, you probably want something else. This one is very rigid. I'd also say that, once you set a level of intensity you like, it's more effective to use the toy lighter or firmer instead of turning it up and down to vary the sensation.