Have you ever wondered how Womanizer vs. Satisfyer vs. Lelo Sona actually feel different? In this guide I compare and rank dozens of air-pulse (often called “clit suction”) vibrators — commonly searched as clit suction vibrators or suction toys — based on 6+ years of testing. My goal is simple: find the best suction vibrator for different preferences.
Even the top clit suction vibrators vary widely in how strong they feel. 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 analyzed the feels these “Pleasure Air” vs. “pressure wave” vs. “SenSonic” pulsators create. Plus my complete speed chart below ranks the intensity of each toy side-by-side.
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Best Womanizer vs. Other Air Pulse Clitoral Toys
A quick best-of — my top tested recommendations for the best suction vibrator options across different preferences:
- Easiest for couples: We-Vibe Melt 2: Easy-grip power; Strongest sex-friendly toy; Punchy suction.
- Best value clitoral stimulator: Zen Rose has 5 steady functions: that’s 2 extra suction-vibration speeds vs. other Rose toys. It’s easier to clean and vibrates the surrounding labia more deeply: Zen Rose includes rumbly vibration.
- Best Womanizer for more stimulation: Womanizer Enhance finally added vibration that works in tandem with “PleasureAir” thumping clitoral suction! Its strength is like the Womanizer Classic 2, but extra vibration makes it more satisfying for my body.
- Strongest Overall: Womanizer Premium (2): Thuddiest pulsing tech too, whoa! This is the strongest Womanizer, with 14 total speeds from gentle to strong. Also found in the excellent G-spot vibrating Womanizer Duo 2.
- Cutest / most gift-worthy suction toy: Unihorn in yellow: Air pulse plus. Bean Blossom Unihorn has a clit-licking tongue inside its air-pulsing mouth (snout?). Rumbly vibes in front; second “butt” motor in back. Super effin’ cute.💖 Less speed range, however: moderately strong, not really strong.
- Popular best-seller: Satisfyer Pro 2: Good for squirting & rubbing over the clitoris; all-time best-seller. Good for larger clits. Feels too bulky for my body – not a personal favorite.
Looking for info on how to use a Womanizer / get a good seal? See my guide to using air pulse vibrators for best results.
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.1
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Womanizer vs. Satisfyer vs. Sona Sensation
Satisfyer vs. Womanizer, Womanizer vs. Sona—Do They Feel Different?
To explain the differences between Womanizer, Satisfyer, Sona, and Melt suction toys, 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:
- (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. (If you’re specifically comparing established models within the brand, see my Womanizer Classic vs Premium vs Pro 40 comparison.)
- 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.
- The We-Vibe Melt is most sucky (due to the flexible mouth), with a good degree of thuddiness underneath.
- 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 & Zen Rose are more powerful than Sona for cheaper — this Rose toy’s very-rumbly vibration adds a lot.
- 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.
So how *fast* do these all go?
Pulsation Intensity Chart
This chart marks the intensity of the full speed range in each of my 14 best Womanizer & Satisfyer style toys. 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; Zen Rose is my personal #1 due to its rumbly vibration + flared petals = “makes me think of getting head” feel; Satisfyer Pro 2 (Generation 2) is a good beginner option due to its lower start ($49.99); and We-Vibe Melt 2 is a classic, now in better colors, fantastic for adding faster clit orgasms to couples’ sex. Click to enlarge:
⚡The other strongest clit-stimulation category is the wand vibrator. See my guide to best magic wand vibrators (compared) for a detailed ranking.
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 was 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 6 years now! Melt’s flexible oval mouth latches on and practically nibbles at my clit. 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 through 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-vagina sex. It’s much easier to use while squeezing around / lightly jerking a dildo, for example.
And it’s quite strong: The lowest setting starts air pulsing faster than other Womanizer/Wow Tech products, and ends just as fast as Womanizer Premium original (but not Premium 2, which is stronger). The We-Vibe Melt’s levels 10 to 12 especially are forceful: they lose some thuddiness, as the pulsations are *all in*.
Womanizer Classic & Premium
Womanizer Classic: 9.0 out of 10 intensity, vs. Premium’s 10/10; Full Womanizer Premium vs. Classic review
Shop: Classic 2 ($129.99) and Premium ($199)
Womanizer is a brand that makes excellent clitoral stimulating products. They were the first: the beginning of the air-pulse craze.
But have they now been surpassed by other brands? Well… it depends on how much you spend on your Womanizer toy:
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.
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. But Womanizer’s new release adds vibes to the clit suction, too:
Best Vibrating Womanizer Toy: Enhance
Zen Rose power: 9.5 out of 10 intensity. Full Womanizer Enhance Review.
Shop Enhance by Womanizer ($169.00)
Finally, the first big improvement Womanizer’s made in the last few years! The Enhance’s added vibration + ergonomic mouth that disperses the vibration, is better for folks who also love wider clitoral vibration.
The Womanizer Enhance includes 10 functions of clitoral air-pulse suction × 10 intensity levels; as well as 10 vibration functions. The vibration is only a medium-strength, but feels more intense when combined with the stronger air-suction.
In my testing, it took me longer to reach climax on the Enhance vs. my best-value clit stimulator (next), but when I did: the Enhance orgasm was longer and felt incredible.
Best Value: Zen Rose Vibrator
Zen Rose power: 9.5 out of 10 intensity
Shop Zen Rose Now: It’s Lowered to under $50! ($49.99)
FULL STOP love it. The wide spread of these rumbling petals is just everything for my clit and my labia, too. The deep vibes, flowing through: I can turn the petals wider to fit Zen Rose into dual stimulation (dildo-ing!), or I can turn ’em longer to stimulate my flappy-flaps.
Other Rose toys now suck IMO, since the Zen Rose’s bigger petals are easier to clean. You can get soap & water into the grooves no problem, and wash your fluids off to avoid residue!
This, my fave rumble-sucker, has 5 steady speeds, and the first is fairly strong – but the fifth is really strong. Stronger than the Satisfyer vibrating toys‘ buzzy 2nd vibe motors, for sure:
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 some speed range for less price.
Ergonomically, the Satisfyer Pro 2 is not a great fit for my body: which includes a hooded clitoris that does not protrude, and plenty of sensitivity. The Satisfyer’s mouth size is too large & unyielding for me — I’ve frequently heard it works better for larger clitorises (more than 0.2″ diameter) and folks with clitoral growth.
I did enjoy testing the new Pro 2 Gen. 3 due to its Pro 2 Gen. 3’s total-cover cap, but it hasn’t remained in my pleasure rotation.
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.
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)
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 Zen Rose vibrator if you wanna minimize your cleaning time.
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.
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.
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.
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!
- 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.
On *Fit*: How Do You Use a Womanizer / Satisfyer
Since clit suction vibrators are very different from traditional vibrators, 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 (its glans or head – which only a small part of the fuller clitoris!). Both Womanizer and Satisfyer “suction mouths” create a light seal. Quick tips:
- Lube is essential! Much more comfortable with lubricant. Pick a safe lubricant, water-based.
- Spread your labia first.2
- Find the highest intensity that doesn’t feel like TOO MUCH.
- Alternate going up, then back down if you feel overstimulated.
- Add internal stimulation: Many users enjoy the fullness of wearing a soft pussy plug (guide) during clitoral suction play: it creates gentle dual sensation.
- Alternate between feeling the air pulse toy, and lightly clenching your pelvic floor muscles.
- Explore and move at your own pace, adding in other arousal tools you enjoy.
- Try rubbing the clit sucker’s hole lightly up-and-down (1″ maximum distance) over the clitoris.
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 can 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) 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. 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).
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… limited to one-fifth an inch (0.2″) of additional depth. For full “mouth” size info, see the table in the next section:
Clit Suction Toy Mouth Sizes – Measured
This table lists the length and width inside the clit suction “mouth” of each toy, plus approximate depth before the mouth *or* air pulse tunnel narrows substantially. Womanizer vs. Satisfyer vs. Lelo dimensions compared:
| Suction Toy | Internal Mouth Size (Length × Width) | Depth |
|---|---|---|
| Satisfyer Pro 2 (Gen. 2 & Gen. 3) | 0.62″ × 0.50″ | 1.05″ |
| Zen Rose | 0.48″ (circular) | 0.80″ |
| We-Vibe Melt | 0.65″ × 0.45″ | 0.5″ |
| Womanizer Premium | 0.60″ × 0.45″ | 0.2″ and 0.4″ |
| Womanizer Classic | 0.60″ × 0.45″ | 0.2″ and 0.4″ |
| Lelo Sona 2 | 0.40″ (circular) | 0.67″ |
| Lelo Sila | 0.75″ × 0.55″ | 0.6″ |
| Lovense Tenera 2 | 0.72″ × 0.55″ | 0.25″ |
| Unihorn BB | 0.52″ × 0.48″ | 0.1″ |
| Generic Rose toy | 0.44″ (circular) | 0.4″ |
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NOTES
- 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. ↩︎
- Especially if they’re fleshy / your clit doesn’t stick out. ↩︎
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!
You’re welcome! Thank you for the comment!
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.
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!
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).
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.
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.
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.
I like very gentle and fluttery. Best bet for me – Womanizer Premium or Liberty or the Satisfyer High Fashion?
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.
Thanks! Should be early December.
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!
Ah, so much useful, accessible, and fact-based information. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
You’re so welcome, I hope you’ve found an awesome match for you based on it!
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.)
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.
I’d say to check out the We-Vibe Melt! It feels stronger to me than the Sonas, when all are on high speed.
Womanizer Premium is as strong as Melt, I just think Melt is easier to hold and fits into vaginal toying better than Womanizer Premium.
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.
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.
Awesome, I’m so glad you’re enjoying the Premium!!! You’re very welcome, glad to help.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
What would be the best toy for someone with a very small clitoris?
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.
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…
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!!!
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.
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.
Your reviews are awesome. Any plans to review the Womanizer Next? Thanks!
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!!
Any word on the Next? Thanks!
I thank you for all the work and passion you put into these reviews. They are truly valuable.
My wife purchased the Satisfyer Pro 2 a few months ago and has enjoyed it after figuring out how to use it. She loves how it builds to her climax. This was her entry level and she is looking to upgrade. It seems like you really like the We Vibe Melt but my only concern/question is regarding the mouth size. From the pics it appears smaller than the Satisfyer. My wife often complains that her clit seems to “move around” when using a toy and the arousal can just disappear. Her clit has beome less sensitive clit since menopause. Vibrators are not much help but the clit suction toys work well and gives her the best and longest orgasms.
Is the We Vibe Melt opening as small as it looks? Is there any other suction device that may be better for post menopause where the clit becomes less sensitive? The Satisfyer has done a decent job so any recommendations for an upgrade would be appreciated. Thanks!
Hi! So, I’ve never heard of anyone thinking the Melt’s mouth is too small if they haven’t experienced clitoral growth (due to testosterone or other medical treatments).
It’s possible that you’re perceiving the Melt’s opening as small based on online product photos due to shadows: the mouth goes pretty deep and angles slightly inward, hence some shadow.
That said, I may have missed an opinion from some Melt-testers who have larger than average / more-protruding clitorises vs. the median user, just naturally. My own clit does not protrude or change location.
Looking at averages from several medical studies, the average clit size is roughly 0.2 inches diameter (clitoral glans width), while the Melt’s internal “mouth” diameter is approx. 0.45 inch diameter. Here’s a table comparing that Melt mouth size to other popular air pulse clit suction toys like Womanizer, Rose vibe, and the Satisfyer Pro 2.
For stronger toys, the We-Vibe Melt is IMO a bit more intense vs. the Pro 2s since sometime around 2020 when Satisfyer changed the motor slightly (my 2017 Pro 2 felt stronger vs. the current one), though the Melt is not hugely more intense than any Pro 2 I’ve ever felt. I think checking out a toy with a more vibratory feel too makes sense, vs. just-air-pulse:
That means toys in the “Rose vibe” style or Lelo Sonas: my new personal favorite is the Zen Rose, whose opening is exactly 0.5″ diameter (and in a circle). Its only disadvantages vs. the Melt are that: its a circular bulb, so it doesn’t curve toward the user’s bellybutton in a handle shape, and thus is somewhat less easy to hold onto during penetrative sex; it has half the number of steady air pulse + vibration speeds as Melt; and it’s out of stock just right now, but I’ve heard more are being flown in, so it should be for sale again by early June 2024.
Howdy! The Lelo Sona 2 cruise is the only suction toy I’ve ever tried, but found it too strong for me, even on the lowest setting, so I ended up having to keep it right above my clit lol. I’ve been looking into getting a different one, potentially the Lelo Sila, since it has a wider mouth, but $160 is a lot :/. I’m considering the satisfyer or we-melt, as they’re a bit less expensive, but I’ve also seen lots of ads for Nancy’s Lem suction toy, have you tried or heard of this one? It’s a really cute design, just not sure if it’s mostly for marketing.
I do love lemons (have half a lemon tart sitting on my counter!), but that toy I would bet is a HIGH profit margin for the manufacturer, there’s no way a rando new brand should be charging $90 for an air pulse toy. I would say to get the Satisfyer Pro 2 and start with the lowest two speeds. It is a larger open mouth than the Sona and has much gentler first couple levels. Sila is nothing special and also highly marked-up. $45.99 for the Pro 2 Gen. 2, the classic one.
Hi! You mention a chart of all the sizes of the toys but I don’t see it and the link just jumps to the top of the article. I’m a transman on T and thus have a very large clit (Testosterone causes significant tissue growth to the clit.) which means a lot of toys mean to fit a clit don’t fit me so a size chart would be really useful to me!
Hi, thank you for pointing that out – I need to revise, since a lot of products have been discontinued. I Will get a new heading on clit suction mouth size added by tomorrow. Offhand I’m thinking the Pro 2 series is largest overall now, but will pull out the calipers to verify.
I find the toy intensity table really helpful. As someone who needs low levels of stimulation, I’ve found the Satisfyers work well for me. But, I’ve been considering a womanizer. I’d love to know where you’d put Enhance’s lowest intensity on that table, please?