I bought this when I first got interested in anal play, thinking it would be a good beginner's toy and worth the price. Was I ever wrong! Don't get me wrong - the size is perfect for people who are just starting to explore anal play. The taper is small and smooth which should, in theory, translate into easy insertion. The problem is almost everything else.

First, the material is rubber, which is unsafe, unclean, and unsuitable for play with partners (without, of course, using a condom). This is especially important being an anal toy; who wants to use a porous material with an anal toy? Yuck! The way it is constructed is also poor. It's just a hollow rubber shell that has been filled with more rubber. The core is not solid, which makes for a flimsy, difficult-to-insert toy. The questionable construction also affects the visual quality of the experience; if you're someone who appreciates the aesthetic appeal of an anal plug, this one will definitely be a turn off. You can see the material through the bottom; it's a weird clear/yellowish color that even looks toxic. It also has a pronounced mold seam that is characteristic of cheaper sex toys, which seems unsafe, specially for a sensitive area like the anus.

The biggest problem BY FAR, however, was the smell. The minute I took it out of the package I was overwhelmed by something that smelled like a mix of gasoline and a tire fire. After owning this plug for quite some time, I can say that it has diminished to the point where I'm not smelling it 5 feet away anymore, but I can still smell it up close. To be honest, I have not used this product more than a handful of times for this exact reason. I couldn't justify sticking something in me that smelled that toxic just for the sake of "getting my money's worth."

When I bought this plug, I was expecting to be able to use it for an extended period of time with some practice. However, the taper is too small to stay in, and the base is too wide to comfortably use it for that purpose.

It's not currently in stock as I'm writing this, but if you're going to spend the money, I recommend spending a few extra dollars and getting the Plug of Lust. It looks a little intimidating for a first-timer, but it's actually very comfortable and you won't gag when you take it out of the package.