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Nalone Electro Wand Review

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Nalone Electro WandThe Nalone Electro Wand is a 2-in-1 sex toy. It doubles as both your standard wand-style vibrator and an e-stim toy — emitting electromagnetic pulses through a thin metal ring that circles the head of the wand.

It is relatively small for a wand massager, measuring approximately 1.5″ at its widest point and less than 9″ long. Made from silicone and ABS plastic, the vibrator should be both nonporous & body-safe. Its hot pink silicone has a nice matte finish that is velvety soft to the touch & doesn’t attract much dust or lint. In contrast, the ABS plastic has a super-shiny chrome effect that (in my opinion) only serves to look cheap, tacky, and potentially unsafe for internal use.

The toy boasts 2 separate vibration motors: one in the head and another in the handle. It is rechargeable via a small “self-healing silicone” port (a charging connection that doesn’t require a protective cover). The manual claims 2.5 hours of use for every 3-hour charge. It is also listed as being 100% waterproof, which I assume is primarily for cleaning; combining water + electro sex toys personally gives me pause.

The Electro Wand has a somewhat complicated 4-button control system… and it doesn’t help that my experience differs from what the user manual claims.

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  • The top button [lightning bolt + wedge] cycles through 3 electromagnetic intensity levels. (The manual claims that this button cycles through 5 electromagnetic “modes” but I don’t feel any difference aside from strength.)
  • The second button [lightning bolt power symbol] turns on/off the electromagnetic function. (The manual claims that this button also cycles through the strength of the pulses, but it only appears to function as the power switch for me.)
  • The 3rd button [wand head + squiggle] controls the vibration motor in the head of the wand: turning it on/off and cycling through 7 different modes.
  • The bottom button [downward arrow + squiggle] controls the motor in the handle of the wand: also turning it on/off and cycling through the 7 modes.

The product packaging is simple and tasteful, even if the quality does feel a bit like dollar store luxury. The toy arrives in a baby pink cardboard box covered with a black slipcase. (The slipcase features images of the toy as well as product specs.) Inside, the vibrator is cushioned by a foam insert covered in white satin. Also included is a purple velvet travel/storage pouch, USB charging cord, user manual, 1-year warranty card, and a small Nalone product catalog.

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Nalone Electro WandThe Nalone Electro Wand & I got off to a bad start. A real bad start.

At first, testing it on my arms & legs produced absolutely zero zappy effects. I could feel a little once I placed my fingers directly on it, and a little more when I added some water-based lube. But overall, it was still widely disappointing and extremely unpredictable. One moment I would feel a light “pins & needles” tickle jumping through my nerves. Then I would move ever so slightly and lose that feeling altogether. And yet somehow, in trying to find it again, I would occasionally be met with a sharp painful jolt. Completely confused, the obvious next step was to rush into testing this toy on my genitals. Wrong! So very, very wrong. 

I shocked the hell out of my clitoris, folks. 

It was easily the most painful second of my entire life and I spent a few additional moments tucked into a ball, rocking back and forth on my bed, whimpering pathetically. Believe me when I say that this is the only toy I was actually happy to avoid when my libido crashed.

But I’m a professional masturbator. So I put on my big (demi)girl panties and charged this fucker up again.

Round Two

First, I spent some time reacquainting myself with the controls and the electromagnetic intensity levels in the palm of my hand. I used a bit of water-based lube, because I still was not able to feel anything without it. (Even on the highest setting, I can hear the electricity more than feel it.)

Nalone Electro Wand - boxWith lube, the lowest setting produces a quick-but-dinstinct pulsing pattern through my skin; beating so fast that it reminds me of a tiny mouse’s heart. When I switch to the middle setting, I experience a brief moment of stabbing pain, followed by what I would compare to a very buzzy vibrator being left on one area of the body for too long. The tingles travel through my fingers, making them feel numb. And every once in a while, my muscles will clench & my hand will freeze up. On the highest setting, I experience a very low level pain practically identical to when part of your body falls asleep but you still force it to move. The tingly numbness remains for a few minutes after I take the Electro Wand away.

Feeling ever-so-slightly confident, I decided to try introducing this toy to my vulva again. I slathered my body and the head of the wand in water-based lube, turned the electromagnetic pulse level to its lowest setting, and started cautiously touching it to my labia. Nothing. I turned it up a notch. I definitely feel it. It tingles in a soft “pins & needles” sort of way; mildly pleasurable on my labia but more painful as I near my clitoris. Once I got accustomed to the sensation, I decided to be brave & max it out on the 3rd setting. It’s hard to explain. It’s like having the blade of a sharp knife traced across the skin. It’s uncomfortable, but not painful. The mindfuck is the worst part, always there to remind me of the that one excruciating moment when I traumatized my clit.

And if I turn the vibrations on, the Electro Wand becomes just another vibrator — and a mediocre one at that. Even on the lowest setting, the vibrations completely mask the electromagnetic pulses. The vibrations are strong(ish), but surface-level. It’s the age-old buzzy vibe conundrum. It takes time to reach orgasm… but the longer I use the vibe, the more my clitoris becomes numb to the sensation.

Why does this thing have 2 motors?!

Nalone Electro WandIt’s important to note that although there is a motor in the handle of the Nalone Electro Wand, it is an incredibly stupid idea. The large seams around the chrome would make insertion uncomfortable for many (and potentially scratch the inside of the vagina). It would be a pain to clean vaginal fluids off the charging port. And the buttons would become useless when buried in labial folds. Not to mention, I’m not entirely convinced that the chrome finish won’t flake off over time. Mine has one tiny chip in it already. And although it is too small to even photograph, I really don’t want that stuff getting left inside of my vagina.

To really drive home the point that this was a giant design mistake, the handle motor feels much weaker than the head. For me, it doesn’t even function as a successful clit vibe.

But Safety Though.

Another thing that I absolutely hate about the Nalone Electro Wand is that the manual mentions e-stim safety exactly ZERO times. Seriously. The “Warnings” and “Safety Recommendations” include things like washing your toy, making sure that it’s fully charged before use, not sharing your toy, and choosing the “most suitable vibration mode for yourself.” I’m not kidding.

Nalone is not a company that specializes in electrosex products. Because of that, they have completely overlooked the importance of providing safety information to customers who are most likely electrosex beginners. When I attempted to contact them for more details (type of current, intensity, frequency, etc), the UK division directed me to their US side of operations — whose website & e-mail are now apparently defunct.Nalone Electro Wand

So, my official sex educator advice is as follows…

To play it safe, adhere to the standard e-stim rules:

  • Do not use this toy on areas above the waist, especially near the brain or heart. (This is hugely important when you have 2+ connection points that can pass an electrical current, but is good beginner’s advice all around.)
  • Do not use this toy if you are pregnant.
  • Do not use this toy if you have a heart condition or any sort of implanted medical device (example: pacemakers).
  • Do not use this toy if you have epilepsy.
  • Do not use this toy on body piercings with metal jewelry.
  • Do not use this toy on open sores or skin abrasions.

For the strength & type of electrical pulse used in this toy, these rules may be overly cautious — but I simply do not know. If you have specific questions about your particular body, try asking your doctor. And if you’re nervous about mentioning kinky sex toys to them (or fear that they won’t have the knowledge to answer those questions), try asking about TENS units — which people often use for pain relief. From my limited e-stim experience with both a cheap Zeus Power Box & the Kinklab Neon Wand, this toy seems to provide sensations that are more similar to TENS units (sharper, deeper-traveling) than they are to milder electrostatic toys (tingly, skin/surface-level).

The sensations produced by the Nalone Electro Wand weren’t terrible (most of the time)… but I also didn’t find them pleasurable. The pulses lean towards the more stabby end of the spectrum for me — especially when compared to my beloved Kinklab Neon Wand. Plus, the electromagnetic ring is so small and the placement against my skin has to be so incredibly precise that it’s just annoying & makes the toy feel inconsistent. (My electrosex-loving partner actually refuses to touch the toy for this reason).

All of this, paired with the mediocre vibrations and the fact that Nalone is irresponsible about educating their customers on basic safety, means that I cannot ethically recommend this toy. There are much higher quality products out there for approximately the same price ($139). My advice would be to try the Neon Wand ($100-150), a Mystim TENS unit (like this one: $160), or a Mystim E-Stim Vibe (like these: $100-150) if you’re interested in venturing into the world of electosex.

Pros: nonporous & body-safe silicone, 2-in-1 toy (vibration + electro) toy, multiple settings, rechargeable, waterproof

Cons: finicky electromagnetic pulses, zero information on electrosex safety, mediocre/buzzy vibrations, confusingly has a second motor in the handle despite the fact that it has large uncomfortable seams, chrome plating may chip off, feels surprisingly cheap for the high price tag

Special thanks to my affiliate, Peepshow Toys, for providing me with this toy in exchange for an honest & unbiased review. They have taken my opinion of this product to heart & have since decided to remove the Nalone Electro Wand from their website…  But you can still check out their selection of Mystim toys instead!

And don’t forget to save 10% off your purchase by using discount code “Mandi” at checkout!

Tantus Silicone Paddles: Pelt & Wham Bam Review

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Leather has long been the material of choice for impact play: paddles, floggers, whips, crops, even padded canes. I get it — the smell, the feel, the routine that develops with proper leather care; it can all be sexually intoxicating. But for those of us who are kink-inclined as well as being concerned about hygienic and/or vegan-friendly toys…there haven’t been many other options.

That is, until Tantus developed their line of silicone paddles. 

tantus paddles drawingSilicone is a fantastic material, and one that will last a lifetime with very minimal care from its owner. It’s body safe, hypoallergenic, & non-porous. It can be cleaned with soap & water/toy cleaner or it can be sanitized with boiling water, a solution of 10% bleach/90% water, or by placing it in the top rack of the dishwasher. With proper sanitizing between uses, it can safely be used with multiple partners. And as an added bonus, it’s surprisingly cool to the touch. This can feel rather glorious during use — soothing the warm & reddened skin that develops from continued spanking.

peltpackageTantus’ line of “silicone sensation toys” includes 5 different paddle designs: the Pelt, Thwack, Wham Bam, Snap Strap, and Plunge (very similar to the Thwack — but with an insertable, dildo-shaped handle). All are made from a velvety soft, matte-finish silicone that attracts hardly any dust, hair, or lint. All designs also include a small round hole near the end of the handle for ease of hanging/storing. Each paddle has a small raised Tantus logo, but packaging is extremely minimal. (If ordered from Tantus, your paddle will likely arrive in a clear plastic sleeve — but if found in a brick & mortar store, a simple hanging tag will probably be the only piece of branding.)

My review will focus on the Pelt & the Wham Bam. However, it you’d like to see all of the Tantus paddles in action, I highly suggest watching Ducky DooLittle’s short video review.

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pelt measurements_phixrThe Tantus Pelt resembles your stereotypical paddle. It is rather short and gently rounded; its impact area being more of an oval than a circle. It’s total length measures in at 11.5″, with approximately 5″ being used for the handle. The width of the paddle ranges from 1.25″ at the neck to approximately 3″ near the rounded tip. (The handle has a maximum width of 1.75″.) The silicone is thicker on the handle (0.5″) than it is on the face (0.25″), allowing it to be more flexible when swung. The Pelt is firm & short enough that it will easily maintain it’s shape when held vertically, not bending in either direction.

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wham bam measurements_phixrThe Wham Bam is a rectangular paddle with a much longer and thinner shape, somewhat resembling a belt. In fact, it’s very similar to the Snap Strap — but not quite as long. The Wham Bam has a total length of 15″, with almost 2/3 of that space being devoted to impact area. The width ranges from 1.25″ at the neck to an even 2″ along the length of the face. The shape of the handle is identical to the Pelt, as is the thickness of the silicone. Even though the silicone is just as thick and firm, the added length makes it much more difficult for the Wham Bam to maintain its shape when held vertically. It easily wants to wobble and droop slightly to one side.

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Of the two, the Pelt is definitely the easiest to control. The shorter length gives it amazingly quick snapping power. With just a flick of the wrist, it lands firmly and evenly in the precise spot that was aimed for. In fact, I’ve found that there’s almost no reason to involve my elbow or my shoulder in swinging the Pelt as I can get all the intensity I need from simply changing the speed of my smaller movements.

whambamflopThe Wham Bam, on the other hand, takes a bit more practice. The long floppy shape can become awkward & anticlimactic with small movements, providing a disappointing experience for the receiver. The aim can also be tricky for inexperienced spankers — myself included. (There have been many apologies offered for accidentally hitting my partner too high or wrapping around his hip.) However, there does appear to be more variety available with this particular paddle. While it’s possible to control the Wham Bam with only quick flicks of the wrist (for less intense hits), it’s most effective when used with more of an exaggerated swing. The focus of the impact can even be changed so that it’s solely on the tip (similar to a whip) or spread out along the entire length (more like a paddle). However, as you can see in the video below, focusing impact on the area near the handle doesn’t give very good results.

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If I could say only one thing about Tantus’ silicone paddles, it would be this: They are not for the faint of heart. The silicone provides a “bite” unlike any other implement I’ve ever experienced as part of my personal adventures in impact play. (This includes leather paddles, leather floggers, rubber floggers, and of course, hands. My experience with canes, whips, & crops is practically nonexistent.)

In fact, I actually bruised my leg while trying to get a decent video for this review. Experiencing growing amounts of pain & still unable to capture that lovely “pop!”, I eventually gave up and asked my wonderful partner to help me out.

Putting the final touches on my review for the @tantusinc Pelt & Wham Bam silicone paddles!

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The Pelt, with its wider surface area, is ever-so-slightly less intense than the Wham Bam — but it still feels sharp & stingy (especially when compared to the “thuddyness” of stiffer leather paddles). My partner and I can best describe it as an amplified version of hand-spanking; more intense impact with less exertion on the part of the spanker. The Pelt is capable of a range of sensations, from surprisingly light warm-up taps to a rather intimidatingly loud snap. No matter the intensity, I have found the Pelt to be fairly manageable…at least for a while.

The Wham Bam, on the other hand, can very easily surpass my pain threshold. With its added length, it falls much heavier and the initial sting lasts longer — especially if the impact is focused in the tip. It’s almost impossible to get a nice, gentle warm-up; more often than not, the paddle either flops against the skin with no real impact at all or it jumps straight to making my body twitch in fear & my muscles tighten from the pain. My measly limits prevent my partner from getting in a good swing with the Wham Bam…and although he can certainly take more than I can, I have still occasionally put too much power behind my hits. It’s definitely not a “let loose” kind of toy for either of us. It provides the kind of impact that will jolt us out of our trance — not lull us into a sense of subspace.

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This may not sound very beginner-friendly, but my best advice in the case of Tantus’ silicone paddles is to know what you like beforehand. The intensity of these paddles (especially the Wham Bam) is probably not going to be the right fit for a first time spankee — in fact, it could very well be terrifying. Take some time to get to know what types of sensation you enjoy and where your limits are. (How much warm-up do you need? How hard do you like to be spanked? Do you prefer “thud” or “sting”? How long can you endure? etc.) And for the person doing the spanking, it’ll probably be much easier to start out with tools that offer tighter control and provide a wider range of sensation.

With that being said, if you know that you enjoy stingy & rather intense impact play, the Tantus paddles seriously cannot be beat. They are of absolutely impeccable quality, completely hygienic, and they pack a major wallop. Plus, at approximately $50, they are some of the most affordable impact toys on the market.

4stars

Pros: body-safe & nonporous silicone, shareable, 5 designs offer a range of possibilities, provides very powerful impact with minimal exertion, high-quality yet affordable

Cons: might be too intense or stingy for some individuals, longer paddles (like the Wham Bam) can be a little difficult to control

Special thanks to my affiliate, Tantus, for providing me with the Pelt in exchange for an honest & unbiased review. (I had already purchased the Wham Bam some time ago.) If you would like to add any of Tantus’ silicone paddles to your own collection, please consider doing so here.