Mini vibromasseur luxe rechargeable, Desire

Just when I thought I had everything I needed in the original Desire bullet vibrator, Lovehoney brings it's A-game again with a new, special-edition bullet vibe.

A purple metallic beauty, made of the softest silicone with an easy to use push button on the bottom - I love it. It's rechargeable and waterproof, leaving no limits to play time.

I actually prefer this to the original Desire bullet vibrator. I found the original Desire bullet to be a bit too powerful on it's first setting. I really like that the first speed on this bullet runs at 35% of power - it's a lot more gentle and perfect for foreplay. But as you cycle through the speeds and patterns, this little vibe packs a real punch. Three continuous speeds and a massive 17 patterns means you're sure to find something that tickles your fancy, and there's plenty to experiment with and explore.

The only thing I would improve about this toy is you need to unscrew the bottom cap to charge it up. It can be a bit fiddly getting the bottom cap back on again after charging, and I imagine it needs to be screwed on tight to keep its waterproof properties.

A fantastic little toy for solo and couple's play. Would absolutely recommend to everyone.

I own a variety of bullets now as I like their variation of usability. They tend to make an appearance in just about every playtime I have. Either used alone or in combination with another toy as a warm-up toy or during sex due to their accommodating size. So when given the chance to try a new special limited edition bullet I was more than eager to see what was special about it.

The packaging is classy and stylish per the Desire range, but with a few subtle holographic differences which hint to the finish of the bullet. Inside the box is a lovely half-moon shaped faux leather zip up case to store and keep your bullet clean, safe and away from prying eyes at home or during travel. The case is very discreet and looks like a small make-up pouch. Inside the pouch there are two sections, one for the USB lead and instruction booklet and the other for the bullet itself.

Initially I was quite surprised by the size of the bullet. It feels more like the size of a small vibrator. It is 11.5cm - 4 1/2 inches length and has a circumference of 8.5cm - just under 3 1/2 inches. Comparing it to the original Desire bullet measurements of 9cm - 3 1/2 inches and 7cm - 2 3/4 inches circumference it doesn't sound much, but placed side by side it is quite the difference. It also weights 63g compared to the 54g of the original, so not much difference there.

The silicone though is where the differences start. The special edition has a gorgeous iridescent shimmer to it, it is also more of a violet colour than the usual deep purple of the Desire range. Due to the nature of the silicone production it doesn't have that ultra soft silky finish instead it has a slight drag/grippy feel to it, but not to worry too much as that goes away as soon lube is applied and it is once again silky smooth.

Initially I wasn't too keen on the feel of the silicone, but in use I actually found it to be a bonus as it makes it easier to keep hold of. This combined with the extra size makes this bullet perfect for those that like bullets, but find using them fiddly due to their size. It is also a great bullet for those with grip issues. Having the extra length means you can nicely lube up the tip to make it nice and smooth but have plenty of the bullet left to hold onto that has that nice slightly grippy feel to it.

The special edition bullet has a larger and easier to use button on the base for controlling the functions, and I find it much easier to use than the original desire. The charging is slightly different as the base of the special edition screws off to reveal a charging port unlike the magnetic charging of the original. I tend to prefer magnetic, but it's a fair trade off to get a control button that is a bit easier to use.

In use I found that the power of the special edition isn't quite as powerful as the original, but it's not far off. It definitely has a fair bit of oomph to it. It does feel a bit buzzier and not as rumbly, but the patterns are mostly unique to this bullet. I mentioned before that I have a variety of bullets and none of them have the patterns that this one does. Only a couple of the patterns have I found elsewhere. If you like patterns then you'll definitely enjoy some new ones here.

Something that I found to be a great bonus is that the vibrations are felt less in the hand that is holding it due to the extra length of the bullet. I don't have grip issues, but I do get numb fingers/hand sometimes from the more powerful vibrations. So to be able to have that power and not have to have the numb over tingly feeling from holding it, that is really great in my opinion.

In fact I'd say this would be a great bullet to promote for those with grip/wrist/arthritis issues due to a number of factors. It's larger size makes keeping hold of it easier. The slightly grippy texture of the silicone again makes holding it during use much easier, either alone or with a partner. The larger button on the bottom makes it easier to change the functions. The added length also means that the vibrations are felt less at the base, and so you don't get numb fingers as easily. For anyone that loves bullets but has one or more of these issues I'd highly recommend giving this bullet a try.

Cleaning is simple and easy given that the bullet is waterproof. A quick rinse and spray with a sex toy cleaner, leave to air dry and then pop it away in its stylish case ready for next time. Oh and that grippy texture makes it easier to keep hold of in water too!

Overall I found a few hidden gems in this shimmering beauty during use that I wasn't expecting. It will certainly have its place in my regular toy line up.

I wouldn't normally bother to start a review talking about the packaging; it's just a box that is going in the bin. However, I just wanted to mention how Lovehoney have managed to jazz up the standard Desire packaging with the holographic colouring but still managed to keep the packaging looking classy and high end. This bullet would definitely make an awesome gift.

Aside from the box, you get a cute storage pouch to keep the bullet and the charger in. The pouch looks just like a mini make up bag and would go totally unnoticed to anyone who didn't recognise the Lovehoney heart logo. However, if you need a little more privacy, the zips have a hole for you to add a padlock if you wanted too. The pouch is big enough to hold a couple of small toys or the bullet plus the charger, a small bottle of lube and some condoms.

Okay, on to the important bit: the bullet itself.

The bullet is made of a metallic purple, seamless silicone with a plastic base. The base unscrews to reveal the charging port. The bullet is a little larger than many of its counterparts (particularly battery operated bullets), but that does mean it is pretty easy to get a good grip on it. The taper tip will give accurate stimulation if that is what you need, but the slope of the taper is big enough to allow for more of surface area to touch your sensitive spots if you angle it a little.

The toy is controlled by a single button on the base. The button is fairly easy to press and so it can be accidentally pressed during use, so you do have to be a little careful. I would suggest keeping the travel lock on when not in use (press the button twice quickly).

As there is only one button you can only scroll through the speeds and patterns in one direction, which could be a little annoying if you over click passed your favourite setting. Unlike some high end toys, this bullet does not remember the last setting you used and will start from the beginning each time it is turned on.

The vibrations themselves start nice and rumbly but do get a little buzzy as they get faster, although not enough to be an issue. I am a power queen and although the first setting doesn't do a whole lot for me, the second is good and the third is definitely strong enough.

The first is 30%, the second is 70% and the third is 100%. The step up between the first and second is a little high for my tastes, I prefer a slightly more even increase. The highest setting is a little noisy but nothing a closed door and a little background noise won't cover.

Then comes the 17 patterns. Yeah, 17. On a toy that only has one control button. Admittedly I am not a patterns person, so I do feel this is a little excessive. If you enjoy patterns (or even just the occasional pattern), this would be a great toy for you. I have tried out the patterns and there are a couple that I do like and will revisit at some point, but most of the time I fear I will be using only 10% of this toy (the middle and fastest speed settings). Don't get me wrong, that 10% I am using will keep me reaching for this bullet, it just feels like a little bit of a waste.

All in all, this is a great toy. It has a nice strength of vibration, is simple to use, easy to clean and looks really attractive. It will definitely be one of my go to toys for clitoral stimulation. I guess I just wish I was more into patterns so that I would make more use of the full range of this toy.