Womanizer vs. Satisfyer vs. Lelo Sona: Best Clit Suction Stimulators Ranking

Womanizer vs. Satisfyer vs. Sona 2

Blow me?!? Have u ever wondered: What’s the difference between Womanizer vs. Satisfyer vs. Lelo Sona? I study & rank several dozen of the best Womanizer-style “clit suction vibrators” comparatively here, based on extensive testing. They’re all fiercely stimulating: going right for the clit & giving it everything they’ve got. Their pulsing technology has a certain passion about it—and I respect that.

These top clit “suction vibrators”1 all surround the clitoris and blow air out onto it. Their intensity levels range from “white & fluffy clouds” to “A tornado is coming!” I’ve never seen anyone describe precisely how Womanizer, Satisfyer, and Lelo Sona vary in terms of sensation, so I’ve spent two months analyzing the distinct feelings these “Pleasure Air” vs. “pressure wave” vs. “SenSonic” pulsators create. Plus my complete speed chart below ranks the intensity of each toy, with a dot for every single speed level.

A quick best-of & top recommendations for pressure waves / suction toys:

Womanizer vs Satisfyer vs Sona best air pulse clitoral stimulators 2023

Looking for info on how to use a Womanizer / get a good seal? Here are full tips!

If you’re looking for *intense* + clit stimulation, then you’re in the right place! Only wand vibrators (ranking here) can compete with air pulsation toys for sheer orgasmic power.2

Womanizer vs. Satisfyer vs. Sona Sensation

Satisfyer vs. Womanizer, Womanizer vs. Sona—Do They Feel Different?

Yes, yes, they absolutely do! To explain the differences between Womanizer, Satisfyer, Sona, and Melt, I’ve devised a “thuddy vs. flappy” divide. It’s like the “rumbly vs. buzzy” dichotomy that sex bloggers often employ in vibrator reviews.

Thuddy pulsations have more impact and, to me, feel higher-quality—though others may prefer flappy pulsations, like how occasionally I’ll see someone specifically looking for surface-level (buzzy) vibrations. In summary:

  1. (New) Womanizer toys are, without fail, thuddy. Overall it’s thumpity-thump-thump, with a bit of flip-flappy-ness on the very highest intensities.
  2. Satisfyer pulsations are more flappy throughout. (To match, Satisfyer vibe motors are quite buzzy.) On higher levels, the Pro 2 sounds more shrill—more like an electric toothbrush. Satisfyer has improved this lately, luckily, with the new Dual Pleasure / Love and Curvys sounding less racous.
  3. The We-Vibe Melt is most sucky (due to the flexible mouth), with a good degree of thuddiness underneath.
  4. Lelo Sonas are vibro-pulsation (I could’ve sworn mine had a vibrating motor too, for 20 seconds the first time I used it)—and so are are the newer: Rose vibe, Jewel vibe, and Vedo Suki. I get the Sona’s “sonic waves” marketing, because Sona resounds a *little* deeper into the internal clit. Or, if you’re looking for a toy that will practically assault your clit with vibrating pulses, see the Vedo Suki; it strong. Or the Inya Rose vibrator’s (& Firefly moon) are more powerful than Sona for cheaper — this Rose toy’s very-rumbly vibration adds a lot.
  5. Unihorn Bean Blossom is air-pulse and rumbly vibration and a clit-stroking tongue. (So, it’s the Sona’s / Rose’s vibro-pulsation, except with a tongue too.) The Unihorn’s air pulses echo around my clit, and the tongue makes it feel more natural IMO—more like manual massage, with direct contact. Best new sex toy of 2023 so far!

So how *fast* do these all go?

Pulsation Intensity Chart

This chart marks the intensity of each pulsation function in each of my 12 best Womanizer style toys, with a dot. From slow (left side) to fast (right side), here’s how Womanizer, Melt, Sona, and Satisfyer stack up for air-pulse speed, chart below. TL;DR: Womanizer Premium 2 ($199) has the best speed range overall and gets the strongest; Satisfyer Pro 2 Generation 3 or Satisfyer Curvys are IMO the best beginner option due to their lower start, vibrating functionality, & cheaper price ($39.99); and the Inya Rose ($41.99) is awesome because it adds vibration rolled into the air-pulse power. Click to enlarge:

Scale from 1 to 10, where 10 (right side) is strongest! The longer the bar, the more extensive the toy’s speed range.

We-Vibe Melt

We-Vibe Melt: 9.25 out of 10 intensity; Full review here
Shop We-Vibe Melt ($149.99)

The We-Vibe Melt is my first love in terms of air pulsation stimulators, and the reason this guide exists. I’ve read many a rave review from other users over the last 4 years now! Melt’s flexible oval mouth latches on and practically nibbles at my clit. I believe it’s the air pulsation stimulator that’s most like oral sex.3 This is a strong toy, and takes a little getting used to, is the only complaint I’ve heard from a few real-life Melt users. It’s Womanizer’s original Pleasure Air technology, improved with a more comfortable shape.

The We-Vibe Melt’s shape is über-convenient: I love sitting on it while writing reviews (!!!) and it’s made to fit better between bodies during penis-in-vag sex. It’s much easier to use while squeezing around / lightly jerking a dildo, for example.

WeVibe Melt review

And it’s hella strong: The lowest setting starts air pulsing faster than other Womanizer/Wow Tech products, and ends just as fast as Womanizer Premium original. Levels 9 to 10 especially are insane: they lose some thuddiness, as the pulsations are *all in*. 

The We-Vibe Melt’s beautiful shape has lately been imitated by the Dame Aer: which is half as powerful on high, harder to grip because Aer’s body is thicker, and squawks in a way that reminds me of a sea lion.

Satisfyer Pro 2 Next Generation

Satisfyer Pro 2 Next Generation: 8.75 out of 10 intensity
Shop Satisfyer Pro 2 NG ($39.99–$59.99 depending on features)

A sex toy classic. The Satisfyer Pro 2 is the most popular air pulsation sex toy, hands-down. Its name is known because:

Satisfyer air pulsators are lower-priced than Womanizer ones, but still come with a good speed range. So they’re cheaper, but not sucky quality. Satisfyer Pro 2’s air-pulse (both 2nd and 3rd generation, $39.99 to $49.99) starts and ends maybe 5% slower than Womanizer Premium, with 11 speeds vs. Premium’s 12. Not much difference there. So you get a lot of range, a lot of options, for much less than a Womanizer.

Satisfyer Pro 2 Next Generation vs. Satisfyer Pro 2 Generation 3
From left: Pro 2 Generation 3’s original cap and cover-cap on the toy (2 caps included); Satisfyer Pro 2 2nd Generation in blue; and the same Satisfyer Pro 2-Gen 2 but in gold; plus, 5-pack of replacement caps, lower right.

I love the optional vibrating motor in the new Pro 2 Gen. 3!!! Air-pulse can feel even more crazy intense when vibes are added, too. And the Pro 2 Gen. 3’s total-cover cap is the best after I’ve come on the air pulsation, then I switch over to pulsing vibration on my clitoris so I’m not overstimulated post-orgasm. This lets me have better multiple O’s.

The vibration in the Pro 2-3 also reverberates outside (over my labia, more widely!) in the Satisfyer replacement cap 5-pack, where two of the silicone “mouths” extend farther to the sides. See those bigger donuts in the bottom right corner, above pic!

Womanizer Classic & Premium

Womanizer Classic: 9.0 out of 10 intensity, vs. Premium’s 10/10; Full comparison review here
Shop: Classic 2 ($129.99) and Premium ($199)

Wait for my point here: So I’ve got this Lindt chocolate bar sitting on my desk, with the word “EXCELLENCE” written really big under the brand name.4 That’s how I feel about Womanizer: it’s a brand that makes excellent products. The originator, the start of the air-pulse craze. But have they now been surpassed by other brands? Hmm.

As a rule, a Womanizer toy’s highest intensity gets stronger as the model costs more. So, the Premium 2 is the strongest at $199; the Classic 2 is quite powerful, but has a bit less range (has 10 functions, vs. Premium’s 14) for $129 pre-discount; while, last, Liberty and Starlet 3 have the least amount of options for $99/$79 and therefore are not worth the extra cost over a Satisfyer Pro. My personal favorite Womanizer is the thuddy-thuddy, quite strong Classic 2 in mint here:

Womanizer marilyn Monroe - my experience clitoral orgasms
Womanizer Classic 2 in mint, my personal favorite Womanizer!!!

2023 Update: The Premium 2 and Classic 2 are very similar to the originals, except: The Classic 2 has the same motor power as the original Classic—but Classic 2 is (a) slightly less rattly on the middle speed levels, and (b) has a “silky soft” PU coating on its ABS plastic body. Meanwhile, the Premium 2 now has 1 more low level, and 1 more high level vs. the original Premium (14 functions, vs. 12 functions for the original). Both version 2 Womanizers turn themselves off after 10 minutes if you don’t press any buttons—but can be powered right back on.

And if you want a G-spot plus clit toy, then the Womanizer Duo has the Premium’s intense pulses plus really rumbly vibration. It’s squirting-level good.

Satisfyer Curvy

Satisfyer Curvy: 7.5 out of 10 intensity; Review vs. Pro 2 here
Shop the 3 Curvys ($33.95 – $44.95)

This is truly the next generation of Satisfyer toys, IMO surpassing the famous Satisfyer Pro 2 Next Generation. Satisfyer Curvy (3 different models)—all have 11 air pulsation speeds, vibrate too (optional), and offer app control—either in person, or long-distance via the Satisfyer app. Did I mention they’re all5 under $45 too, and my favorite Curvy 3 is cheapest rn?!? Fantastic.

Satisfyer Pro 2 vs. Satisfyer Curvy 2+, Curvy 3+, Curvy 1+ ed
Satisfyer Curvys circling the Satisfyer Pro 2 Next Gen.

I go into depth about the differences between Curvy 1+ vs. 2+ vs. 3+ in this review. I’m the biggest fan of Satisfyer Curvy 3+, bottom in the above pic: it’s got a smaller, more flexible mouth—more sensation for my not-large clit. It’s hard to beat the Curvys’ “orgasms per dollar value.” All 3 Satisfyer Curvy toys share the same motor, the difference in their shapes and mouth sizes! Do note: Curvy pulsators are roughly 25% less powerful than Satisfyer Pro 2 on high speed, and the Curvy vibration is buzzy / high-pitched but pretty powerful—whereas the Pro 2 Next Gen. doesn’t vibrate, while the Pro 2 Vibrating model has weaker vibrations than the Curvys.

Unihorn Vibrator – Bean Blossom

8.25 out of 10 intensity; Full review here
Shop the air-pulse Unihorn ($39.99)

This is my favorite new toy in 3 years. Air-pulse vibrators can have tongues too?!?!? I was shocked when I first tested the Unihorn “Bean Blossom,” since it literally does more. Its rounded tongue flutters over the clit, its mouth surrounds with air-pressure out, and it vibrates deeply. And last, its got a higher-pitched motor in its adorable unicorn butt, LOL.

Unihorn Vibrator with air pulse clitoral suction

The Unihorn’s moving-tongue + suction mouth are more natural-feeling, IMO, than just air-pulse. Its air pulse pressure is good: not the most intense by itself—but when you add in the tongue and the rumbly vibes, it’s a lot. I come harder on the Unihorn than on any Satisfyer or Womanizer. This air-pulse🌬️+tongue👅 combo is an awesome idea, actually innovative; I’m thrilled. Only downside: definitely not quiet.

Inya Rose Vibrator, by NS

8.75 out of 10 intensity; Full review here
Shop Rose Vibrator by NS Novelties ($41.99)

Rose vibrator_ NS Inya Review, suction mouth size in hand

This “viral” sex toy got real popular, real fast because it is BAM 💥 in terms of power — not to mention, it’s cheap and it’s damn cute too. The Rose vibrator that’s part of NS Novelties’ Inya line has 3 steady vibrating/suction intensities, with rumbly vibration too. (Not all Rose vibrators have this same motor: the vibration in others is more surface-level.) Essentially, it’s the Lelo Sona’s air pulse vibration but in a cuter shape.

The Rose vibe is cute AF, but its one huge downside is how its petals trap fluids. You need to use a soft bristled toothbrush to clean it. That’s why you should choose the Jewel vibrator if you wanna minimize your cleaning time.

Moon Vibe “Firefly Dream” / Sugar Pop Jewel

Firefly Dream🌙 by NS: 9.25 out of 10 intensity; Full review here
Shop Dream (2 motors, $69.99); or shop Jewel (1 motor; $54.99)

Woooo!!! If you’ve heard of the Rose vibe (covered next), then both the Moon Vibe and the Jewel have the same “suction” functionality—but, I love that both are easier to clean because they don’t have all the fluid-trapping petals that the Rose toy does.

The Firefly “moon vibe” is my favorite by far, better than the Rose. Why? It’s easier to hold, it has a 2nd vibrating motor, it has a tighter clit “suction mouth”, and the power-pulses echo on 2 of the patterns for a surround-sound megaphone effect. Tears of pleasure well in my eyes: the Dream moon vibe is intense!!! It begins with pretty-strong pulses and rumbly vibration, then levels up to “hang on for the ride” and “OMG eeeeeh!!!” levels of intensity, once situated tightly over the clitoris. Then, there’s a second vibrating motor (higher-pitched) in the other end.

Firefly Dream vibrator experience
The Firefly Dream moon here, and Sugar Pop Jewel also by NS, have a removable storage cap.

Dream & the Jewel vibe are for anyone whose clit enjoys strong stimulation. I’ve rarely been aware just how hard my clit is before orgasm, than while using this Jewel. The Firefly Dream shares the same “mouth” motor (and same air-pulse strength) as the cute Sugar Pop Jewel also by NS; reviewed here, but the Dream’s oval mouth is more ergonomic. I do not recommend the Firefly Dream to anyone with a larger clitoris: see a size comparison chart here.

Womanizer Liberty & Starlet 3

Womanizer Liberty & Starlet 3: 8 out of 10 intensity; Full review here
Shop Womanizer Starlet 3 ($79.00) or Womanizer Liberty ($99.00)

Best Womanizer under $100. The Womanizer Liberty 3 now has 6 intensity levels, of deeply thuddy pulsation. It matches the motor of the earlier Womanizer Liberty—which I loved to sit on, and use hands-free!, due to its smaller, compact size.

Womanizer Starlet 3 vs Womanizer Liberty comparison
Left to right: Womanizer Starlet 3, Womanizer Liberty & its storage cap.

So what’s the difference between Starlet 3 and Womanizer Liberty? Liberty has two extras, for $20 more total: (1) Two barely-different-sized, removable mouths (not just 1 like the Starlet). 1 mouth is slightly taller than the other. (This might be helpful if your clit sticks out strongly from your vulva when you’re aroused.) (2) The Liberty also has a plastic storage cover for travel purposes. And Liberty comes in more colors, too.

My Libertys keep dying, though! This is a very defect-prone toy, and the hassle of needing to have it replaced, IMO, isn’t really worth the fact that the pulsations are deeper than Satisfyer ones. TL;DR: If you’re going for a more affordable Womanizer, then the Starlet 3 is the best value; otherwise, consider a Satisfyer Pro 2 Gen 3 so you get vibration as an option too.

Lelo Sona 2 and Sona 2 Cruise

Vs. Lelo Sila

Lelo Sona 2: 8.5 out of 10 intensity, vs. 9.5/10 for Sona 2 Cruise; Full review here
Shop Lelo SenSonic Sonas & Sila here ($69 to $169.99)

I call Lelo Sona 2 & Sona 2 Cruise “vibro-flutterers.” They have this “SenSonic” sonic wave technology that makes the pulsations feel totally different. It’s like a vibrating element added underneath the blowing air. (Now equaled, and even surpassed, by the Lora DiCarlo Baci, discussed above.)

The revamped Sona 2 & Sona 2 Cruise have a pulse plate that’s deeper into the hole, to avoid it accidentally grabbing anyone’s clit. (I feel 100% safe using the original Sona & Lelo Sona Cruise—but anatomy does vary.) The mouth in Sona 2 is fractionally wider, and has a slight upward-curved rim that I find less comfortable but am able to ignore once I get going. Indeed, all Lelo Sonas make me feel like crying, then coming hard.

So what’s the difference between the Sona and Sona Cruise? Cruise Control is the function that adds $30 to Sona 2’s price. Basically, it makes Sona Cruises jump up in power when you press hard on the mouth. I don’t like this, having speed ramped up almost against my will, and would recommend the cheaper non-Cruise Control version, which I feel is more consistent because you have complete control via the buttons. That said, the Cruise Control version goes harder on high speed, is more intense. Both Sona 2 models start on high when you hit the + button, but you can dial it down to go as slow as Womanizer Classic speed #1. No Lelo Sona gets as fast as Womanizer toys (besides Starlet 2), but it feels like MORE because of the whole SenSonic effect and the tight fit.

Lelo Sila review vs. Lelo Sona 2 featured
Sila, left, lilac; Sona 2, right, black.

And versus the newer Sila: Sila is quieter, and has rumblier vibes. Plus a few folks have complained that the Sona’s tightness has injured them, so if you’ve got a big clit, then Sila will be the obvious choice. For average size clits, though, the Sila’s LORGE mouth makes the pulsation feel less intense: full comparison here. How much strength do you need? The Sila’s teardrop shape is interesting to experiment with, and Sila’s vibrations are almost G-spot vibrator-width—so my labia get more stimulation. Downsides, though: Sila’s button placement is awkward, on the underside of the toy so you have to memorize which way is up and down (the buttons are easy to confuse too). And unlike the Lelo Sona, the Lelo Sila is not a suction toy. Sona has mild suction, if you get the right fit; vs. with Sila, which is air pulsing pressure waves all the way. In the end, if you’re wondering: Satisfyer or Lelo, the Satisfyer Curvys will give you more for a better price — unless you like a tight clitoral seal, then the Sona is not a bad choice. Speaking of Sona alternatives:

Other Choices: In a Nutshell

I’m cutting down the bulk here, because we have so many options!

  • I am no longer recommending the Satisfyer Pro 2 & Pro 3 Vibration because I believe the Satisfyer Curvy toys are superior choices: they have pulsation, independently controllable vibration PLUS app control (can be long-distance if desired) PLUS are cheaper. Win-win. 😊 Pro 3 Vibes: 7 out of 10 for pulsation intensity, due to how the silicone at the mouth can be pushed down, so it’s harder to get a good seal & feel the intensity!
  • Lovehoney Womanizer Pro 40 (9.5 out of 10 intensity; $119.99; comparison w/ Womanizer Classic & Premium here): I’m not saying the relaunched Womanizer Pro 40 is a bad toy at all…I just think it’s outdated now, given the new Womanizer toys (like the Premium) and especially the We-Vibe Melt. Womanizer Pro40 does get as strong as Womanizer Classic, but has 6 speeds instead of 8. The pulsations also feel slightly less thuddy, and revived Pro 40 makes a rattling kinda noise on higher speeds. If you were sold on the protruding, round mouth of the original Womanizer Pro 40 and want a replacement, check out this toy.
  • Romp Shine & Free (6.5/10 intensity, my review linked because these r so disappointing vs. Satisfyer): So the makers of Womanizer & We-Vibe products decided to make a budget brand of toys, “Romp,” and they’re really for the beginner. Or for anyone who does wants light clitoral stimulation. The two Romp rechargeable models, Shine and Free, have 10 intensity levels. That sounds like a lot, but they’re all tightly packed, and you are not getting Womanizer-level strength at all. You’re also not getting Womanizer thud: Romp Shine and Free’s pulsations simply don’t have the same weight. I have a serious grievance against the battery-powered Romp, Romp Switch, which is even worse and made me break a nail trying to open its battery compartment. Also even less power than Shine and Free. These toys are genuinely bargain-bin compared to Womanizer products. The magnetic chargers are awful, really difficult to keep connected to the toy. The plastic feels cheaper, they only last 45 minutes per charge, and the buttons are harder to press as well. You really get what you pay for with Romp, unlike with most Satisfyer toys.
  • Vedo Suki ($54.99): The original Suki had me like, “WHOA there, tiger.” It was ridiculously powerful, the strongest suction vibrator fo sure! But lately, Vedo has enlarged its mouth, also potentially lessening its focused power. That’s a benefit for people who have larger clitorises (original Suki’s “insert clit here” hole was a nicely tight fit for my average one. I need to pick the new-mouthed Suki up to test it & weigh its power, still. Suki’s uniquely cool feature is the finger-loop. It’s a raised bar on the back of the toy so you can slide it between your first and middle fingers.

Tracy’s Dog Clitoral Suction Vibrator (😱)

This dual-stimulating “suction toy” sells like wildfire on Amazon, so I accepted one in order to have an educated opinion.6 I do not recommend buying sex toys from Amazon in any situation, and the Tracy’s Dog Clitoral Suction Vibrator is a prime (no pun intended) example of why that is:

The product manual lists the materials as “ABS + Silica Gel.” YIKES. Silica gel is a desiccant: like in those little packets that dry out everything around them and come with “DO NOT EAT” warnings. Silica gel is porous and not a stable sex toy material. And silicone gel is used in breast implants. Liquid-injection-molded platinum silicone is what I *hope* this product is coated with… But if the manufacturer is confused about what its products are actually made from, do you really want to put them in/against your genitals?

The Tracy’s Dog (brand name even more poorly chosen than “Womanizer”) toy has not-bad pulsation speed, though getting a good clit-fit is mission impossible with me and the large circular opening due to the insertable vibrator’s length. That internal arm bends, but isn’t flexible enough to let the clit nozzle rest on my clit when the vibes are on my G-spot. Surprise: the vibes are pretty rumbly. I liked them enough to try using the G-spot arm alone, but then the clit section was a hassle, torquing into my mons.

So this toy may be silicone, but no one outside the production facility really knows for sure. The Womanizer Duo is honestly the best alternative, a beautiful machine for dual stimulation—and $197.10 best pricing (w/ code FELICITY at checkout). I believe that within the next couple years, trustworthy dual stimulators with clit pulsation (instead of vibration) will become much more affordable. For example, I’m liking the Voodoo Beso Plus a lot more, and I trust it more.

On *Fit*: How Do You Use a Womanizer / Satisfyer

Since they are very different from traditional vibes, often people wonder: How do you use a Womanizer toy? How does a Lelo Sona work? Well, Womanizer, Satisfyer, and Sona are meant to fit around the clitoris. They create a sort of seal. Quick tips:

  • Lube is essential! Much more comfortable with.
  • Spread your labia first.7
  • Find the highest intensity that doesn’t feel like TOO MUCH.
  • Alternate going up, then back down if you feel overstimulated.

Keep in mind: You do not actually have to get a perfect seal/vacuum to use these toys, especially if your clit is sensitive. But it will increase intensity if you do manage a tighter fit. You also do not need to have an exposed clitoris; the pulses can still stimulate strongly through the clitoral hood. To answer a question I had when I got into air pressure technology testing: Womanizer toys do work effectively for buried clits too.

As mentioned, please use lube for more comfort, and to avoid irritation. With the air blowing outward, it’s so much better to be extra-super-duper wet when you start. A thick water-based lubricant will help.

Important tip: You may want to start slow!!! Do note that air pulsation clit stimulators are *A LOT*. Many clit-owners report coming hard and sometimes too fast, especially when they start using a Womanizer/Satisfyer. Sometimes these toys create multiple orgasms when the user thought that was something they couldn’t do. If you want a slower build-up or you’re one-and-done, then be gentle at first. Linger on the lower speeds. Go up in intensity…then back down for a little while. And repeat till you feel ready to come. Otherwise, air pulsators will practically extract the orgasms from you. Personally I’m most comfortable backing down a couple speeds right before I orgasm, because damn, this is strong stimulation!

We all have different stimulation preferences—so not everyone likes their clit treated the same way. Some like broader or more pinpoint stimulation; some like it to the right or left. (I like pressure underneath!) So getting the right fit may take some experimentation. Important questions before buying are: How wide do you want the mouth? How thick, and how hard? 

When Womanizer Pleasure Air stimulators first came out, their openings were all (almost totally)8 circular. Satisfyer toys still, and the revived Womanizer Pro 40, follow that trend. But in 2018, Womanizer began releasing toys with oval openings instead: noticeably longer than they are wide. The We-Vibe Melt followed suit. I believe this is a huge improvement because clitoral-size studies uniformly indicate that clitoral glandes (heads, the part that can be exposed) are longer than they are wide.9

Many users do enjoy circular openings too. (With their softer silicone, the Satisfyer Luxury toys’ circular openings are still pretty mouth-y.) For the most streamlined fit, however, an oval shape will suit more clits more precisely.

Size is also a potential issue: clits vary in size much like penises do. The best new Womanizer models—Classic, Premium, and Liberty—try resolving this by giving you two silicone heads. The size differences are small…but may help a bit. For full “mouth” size info, see the chart in the previous section. In brief, smallest is the Lelo Sonas (original, & then Sona 2 is just *barely* wider); and largest is Satisfyer Pro 3 Vibration, followed closely by Satisfyer Pro 2 Next Gen. & Satisfyer Luxury High Fashion.

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NOTES

  1. Some vibrate, but most don’t. Exceptions—like most Satisfyers discussed below—are noted.
  2. But a wand’s strength is broader than these Womanizer “clit sucking” toys—which concentrate their efforts on the clitoral glans (head). Some people have a strong preference for broader stimulation, so it’s worth considering your personal preferences before buying.
  3. Except, you know, it all stays in one place instead of moving around and licking. 😝
  4. 90% cacao, baby. Gotta go intense with the chocolate too.
  5. I’m ignoring the Satisfyer Love Triangle, as I keep pressing the wrong buttons on it and dislike the shape for that reason. It’s tough to grip.
  6. I turned down money for a review, for the record. I only promote products & services that I would consider buying for myself, a partner, or a friend.
  7. Especially if they’re fleshy / your clit doesn’t stick out.
  8. They’re very circular ovals, to be precise, just barely longer than wide.
  9. Some sources: This 2018 study of 657 women gave mean clit width as 4.62 mm, vs. 6.89 mm length. This 1992 study of 200 women measured mean width as 3.4 (+/- 1.0 mm), vs. 5.1 (+/- 1.4) mm length (standard deviation in parens).

36 thoughts on “Womanizer vs. Satisfyer vs. Lelo Sona: Best Clit Suction Stimulators Ranking”

  1. Wow so much data!♥️ I’ve always known I’m not into full strength, but thanks to this lovely speed comparison chart now I know just how much, since I only use the first 3-4 speeds of my Satisfyer Pro 2 – thank you so much!

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  2. If you look at the chart again, Sona 2 starts lower than Melt—Sona 2’s first speed is comparable to Womanizer Classic’s first—whereas Sona 2 Cruise starts noticeably higher. So it just depends on which model one is talking about. And Sona 2 Cruise is also more powerful than original Sona Cruise, so that’s another variable that the reviews you’ve read may not have covered yet.

    Sona 2 and Sona 2 Cruise were both just released, and to my knowledge, my review is the first.

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  3. I love your detailed reviews! I too love data and comparison. I could use advice. My partner is usually on her back and I usually sit between her legs grab onto them and thrust for PiV. She’s unable to hold a toy because of a disability so I have to. We’ve tried wands but it’s hard to hold it on her clit while thrusting which means we have to stop and I need to try to get it in position again. We’ve tried Eva 2 and it doesn’t stay because it’s hard for it to get any purchase and it ends up causing pain when I try to get it more in place. We found these and she’s definitely interested but we’re wondering how well you think it will work given everything above? Really interested in the melt. Do you find that the head keeps your labia spread so it stays? Also can you recommend another toy that might help? Thanks!

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    • Thanks so much for the compliment!

      I need to either hold Melt or reposition it frequently to keep the seal optimal while being penetrated. My labia don’t really need to be spread once my legs are fully open, but I can’t imagine Melt keeping them back really effectively if they were larger.

      Honestly, I think a We-Vibe Sync is probably your best bet. It’s definitely worth the price over We-Vibe Match because Sync has adjustable joints plus a separate motor in the clit section. And it’s specifically designed to be hands-free (but without the interesting wings like Eva—which I haven’t tried but myself but which kinda scares me).

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  4. Hi, I’m so sorry I missed your comment last week!

    Air pulsation toys *generally* are known to produce very fast clitoral orgasms. (Not everyone is the same, but this is true of most people.) They really seem to pull the orgasms out.

    I would definitely recommend We-Vibe Melt as the one that makes me come the fastest. It doesn’t start as gentle as Womanizer Premium, which is so light (“fluttery” is the best word) on the first couple speeds. I like that about Melt, it doesn’t mess around.

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  5. Hi, thanks for reading! So the disconnected dot on Sona 2 represents the MASSIVE leap up in power that only occurs on this one wild patterned setting, function #12. I talk about function #12 a few times in my separate Sona 2 vs. Sona 2 Cruise review. It’s like function #8, the last one, on the original Sona except stronger. (But still not as strong as Melt’s top speed!)

    I’m glad you love Melt too, it’s definitely my favorite.

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  6. Understandable, all these toys do seem very hard to tell apart until you actually use them!

    I think almost any Womanizer (minus Starlet, which is weaker) and as well as Melt are capable of producing multiple and drawn-out orgasms.

    Womanizer Premium is the most “building” toy for me because it does start quite low. The pulsations are SO light on the first few speeds.

    But if you have any interest in using the toy at the same time as vaginal penetration, Melt is 10x easier. It’s just shaped so much better, IMO. I’m also a massive fan of how the silicone in Melt’s mouth is more flexible, I think it’s most comfortable.

    Hope this helps! Let me know if you have more questions.

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    • Good question! It depends on whether you’d want stronger power at the end: because these feel less fluttery once the pulsations start going really fast. I do think that Womanizer Premium is very fluttery on the first 3 levels.

      Vs. High Fashion, which has that whispery quality going on through a few more speeds: it’s the most “muted” / gentle feeling of all these, with the lighter pulsations and the super-soft mouth.

      I like Liberty a lot, I just think it’s a “lite” version of Premium.

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  7. Hi Felicity,
    Stumbled upon this post while wondering what others compared to my toys. I currently own Sona 2 and Satisfiyer 2 and would say they definitely feel VERY different! I loved all of your charts and information! Thanks for the information!

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  8. Hey!

    I’d say to get both types, if you can! There’s no way to tell which type of stimulation someone will like more. For good first picks, check out a BMS Essential Bullet and a Satisfyer Pro Penguin. Both are great prices and have good power.

    Rabbit vibes are really anatomy-dependent; it can be tough to get the alignment right. Like I could never use a Jack Rabbit for fun. (We-Vibe Nova 2 is the only rabbit vibe that works super-well for me because it’s so very flexible and adjustable.)

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  9. I have the sona cruise (not the 2). I find that it is not strong enough to always bring me to orgasm (can get there sometimes but it takes a while). It does feel good tho. I’m not sure which other product to try. I’m thinking the melt or womanizer premium or maybe even the the cruise 2. Would love some help in my decision.

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  10. Yes, just launched. My first thought upon seeing the Dame Aer was that it’s a Melt copycat. Has the same mouth shape — except the body looks a tad clunkier. I’ll see how the Aer’s silicone feel & the power are next month, probably.

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  11. Hello,
    Just dropped in to tell you that your comparison helped a lot. I got myself a lovely new Womanizer Premium – Raspberry, and I’m absolutely blown away by the toe-curling sweaty orgasms it brings me to!
    Thank you so much for your informative posts.

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  12. My wife had a very sensitive clit and some vibrators work for her and others don’t.
    What vibrator do you advise for someone with a highly sensitive clit? She struggles to cum with anything but she does occasionally.

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    • I’d say the Pillow Talk Racy! I love how rumbly it is, and it’s not overpowering. The fully adjustable speed control is nice in these Pillow Talk toys: You press the control button to turn on, and then you hold your finger down and release when you find the intensity you like. So you have access to the full power range, instead of a few pre-set intensities chosen by the manufacturer.

      Racy is a normal vibrator rather than an air pulsation toy, of course. It can be used either for clit or for G-spot play.

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  13. Thanks for the detailed information! Your site is a great resource and I have made several purchases based on your reviews. I’m wondering if you have any advice for me. I’m looking for a clitoral toy for use in PIV sex. I need strong, pinpoint stimulation. My go-to toy is the WeVibe Tango X, but I’ve had extremely inconsistent success using it during sex since I need to angle it a particular way for it to hit right and it’s hard to keep it in that position. I recently picked up the WeVibe Melt and enjoyed it for solo play, including with a dildo, but again I need it in a very particular spot and had no luck keeping it in the right place during sex. This is my first pressure air toy, so I’m not positive, but I would say the mouth seems too large for me. I’m a bit disheartened to keep reading that the Melt is considered the most ergonomic pressure air toy for PIV since I found it really unwieldy. It just kept slipping around and I had to stop my partner every 30 seconds to adjust. Broader vibes can occasionally get me to orgasm if they are super strong like a Hitachi, but more often they just numb me out before I get anywhere close. The pressure air concept seems really promising, and I really like the orgasms I’ve had with the Melt so far, but I still want to find that perfect toy for PIV and am not sure where to turn next. Do you have any suggestions? Or even positions that might be friendlier to the Melt? I’m typically only needing to go to level 3 or 4 with the Melt (although I can tolerate the highest level) so I’m not sure if more power would help or hurt. Sorry this was long. Thanks again!

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    • Hi, thank you for reading! Ooh, you’re right, air pulse toys are really difficult to keep consistent positioning in during PIV sex, especially if the sex is active 😉 (not just sloooow grinding).

      Have you tried the Melt during doggy style sex? Or any other position where you’re not facing your lover (but they’re entering you from behind).

      Since you mentioned “pinpoint,” I wonder if you’d benefit from the Lovense Hyphy. A good bit of power coming from that little point. It’s definitely as strong as the Tango X, but higher-pitched. The handle/G-spot end is longer, so it may be easier to keep a grip on — but if your sex is more hardcore (=fast, with deep thrusting), I wouldn’t guarantee anything staying in place really well for clit stimulation.

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  14. Hey! I am a first timer and have read this review about 3 times before deciding to order Satisfyer Curvy 3. I tried it in numerous ways and I absolutely hated it. I don’t like “flappy” quality at all. Cannot achieve orgasm with it at all which is a huge disappointment bs so many hours wasted in vain. Does this mean this sort of toy is not for me? My clit is on the large side, could this be a reason? I would like to try your fave WeVibe ? Or Lelo? I don’t want flappy at all, and you said it would feel more sucky and like oral sex …rather than surface level annoyance. Ugh 😣 I’m sorry just super frustrated and willing to try another recommendation.

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    • Oh no, I’m sorry to hear you didn’t get much out of the Curvy 3!

      I think clit size can be a big factor with these toys, if someone isn’t average especially. The Curvy 3 is the smallest Satisfyer air-pulse “mouth” I’ve seen; Curvy 1 vs 2 vs 3 mouth size detailed here. I had a similar experience with the Pro 2, which just feels huge to me and was a lot of work for very little pleasure.

      I think the Melt is a little more suction-y, but it’s not really like pulling-inward suction. None of these air pulse toys are truly cunnilingus-like. The Inya Triple Delight does have a 3-way thing going on where it’s more imitative of oral, plus vibration (but def not an exact re-creation).

      Depending on how large your clit is, the Melt may not be an improvement; but definitely avoid the Lelo Sonas, which are even tighter. The Lelo Sila is really big, and oddly asymmetrical, though.

      None of the Womanizer mouths are substantially wider than the Curvy 3’s mouth width, but the Womanizer mouths are longer.

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  15. Hi – My wife has just bought the Vush Empress 2, but because her clitoris is very sensitive it has been difficult to find the right setting. On the lowest setting there is very little suction, but the next level up the vibe is too much.
    (Even her other wand, she only uses on a low rumbly setting, anything more buzzy is too much for her.)
    She is eager to try a suction toy, is there a non-vibrating one you could recommend?

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    • Hi! So “suction” isn’t the correct term for this type of toy: “air pulsation” is. They puff air outward.

      Womanizer products do not vibrate along with the air pulsing. I would recommend the Womanizer Starlet 3 as the best intro option with a fair amount of gentler settings! The teal color there is a really pretty turquoise, not green.

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    • Hi! So generally, people with small clits will have less problems with fit than folks with large ones; since with a small one, there will just be a little more area around the clit that’s being air-pulsed, vs. actual discomfort for a large clit.

      That said, my clitoris is small-to-medium and I prefer the Curvy 3 and the We-Vibe Melt.

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  16. A friend suggested I upgrade from the tracy’s dog toy for all the reasons you stated and she recommended your site. I don’t want the penetrating arm, and as you identified, it is nearly impossible to find a fit for it. How would you describe it? Is it one that also vibrates at the head? I was a hitachi person until I found the tracy’s dog, so I gravitate toward the thuddy, but it was the “sucking” action that did it for me (and now I know it’s puffs of air!)

    Also, can you compare the volume of the puffs of air for these toys? Or maybe that’s not the right question…

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    • So, the best-known Tracy’s Dog toy is just an air-pulse clit toy on one side, with a vibrating G-spot shaft. Any of these just-air-pulse toys will do similar. Satisfyer Pro 2 is the bestseller and has a lot more steady air-pulse speeds than the Tracy’s Dog one, though it does have a less-flexible silicone rim. If you’re wanting one with a flexible mouth, We-Vibe Melt is awesome.

      The higher the intensity of any of these, the louder it will be. So, for example, use the Pro 2 on the first 5 of 11 intensity levels and it’ll be pretty darn quiet, just louder if you go to max. speed.

      Thank you so much for reading!!!

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  17. I wonder if you can give me some advice?
    I want to buy one of these toys for my wife to try.
    She has rheumatoid arthritis, and is currently getting pain in her wrists and fingers, which means that manual stimulation with her fingers (her preferred method of masturbation) is very difficult for any length of time. Therefore she is currently finding it very difficult to orgasm from this method.
    She has used a conventional vibrator, but doesn’t like it much. So I was wondering if one of these toys would be suitable. It needs to be something that can be held in place easily, without having to grip too tightly. Also, she often says that she finds her clit to be very sensitive.
    Any recommendations?
    Many thanks, and can I add that your reviews are very good.

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    • Thank you!
      I do think that an air-pulse toy is absolutely worth trying because they do a lot of work for the user.

      You can press down hard against their handle/body to apply more pressure, but it’s not necessary after you get the toy’s opening situated well around the clit. Then you can totally let go and let it run. This is IMO a bit easier with slightly wider air-pulse toys, so the “body” of the toy can rest in place between the user’s thighs. This works for the larger Womanizers especially: that’s the Classic and the Premium.

      The Premium 2 has the widest range from really light intensity to very strong/fast air-pulse on the highest setting. The Classic 2 feels like it’s missing the Premium 2’s lower couple, and higher couple, functions (Classic 2 has 10 functions vs. Premium 2’s 14). This review has a chart pointing to how strong I feel each of those is.

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    • Thank you! Definitely. I do think the marketing reads like malarky on many levels*, but am looking forward to seeing whether the Next’s air-pulse actually feels any different.

      * Whisper quiet. Ha. All air pulse toys get louder as they get stronger.
      * Smart silence “makes the toy quieter” … um, only when you’re not using it. In which case you could just turn it off.
      * Two sizes of stimulator head “to ensure that everyone can use their Womanizer.” Nope, categorically false. The two heads are both the same width, and people with significantly larger-than-average clits will be much better suited by a Satisfyer Curvy 1 or any Pro 2.
      * Soft silicone. No. It’s smooth silicone, but it’s not soft as in squishy or fleshy.

      The 3-D part sounds gimmicky, but I’m very willing to change my opinion if it delivers – I’ll be getting one in the next few weeks, review next month. Thank you for asking!!

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