Don’t get me wrong; I love a cheap and simple orgasm as much as the next person. But, I also enjoy exploring my kinks in a safe, satisfying and sophisticated way. Plus, using sex toys isn’t always a private thing. In my experience, some of the best sessions have been with a partner and some of the best partners had high-end devices made out of luxury-grade materials. When you want your fetish to feel like a gift, there’s only one answer – precious metal dildos. I found out that the LELO brand had created their very own “golden gate” that stretched the line between boring sex and mind-blowing sensations, so I obviously had to give it a try. Were my efforts fruitful or do I feel ripped off? Well, let me start out by making sure you know what I’m talking about first.
What Is the Lelo OLGA?
The LELO brand is very well-known for producing extremely high-quality pleasure products, but their lineup of precious metal playthings is simply out of this world. Their flagship device, the OLGA, is a superior example of what luxury lovemaking should look and feel like. It’s only a dildo, but it’s made from the industry’s most superb materials. On top of that, the overall design makes it incredibly versatile – perfect for men, women and couples, plus appropriate for both vaginal or anal stimulation. The toy also doubles as a vibrator, sending waves of pleasure from the integrated power system into you or your partner’s body at varying speeds and intensity levels. Crafted to redefine modern-day sex and masturbation through the inclusion of sophisticated ergonomics and technologies, this thing remains one of the hottest-selling sex toys on the market and will probably stay that way until something better comes along.
The Main Features
Haling from Sweden, OLGA’s full name is the “G-spot Vibrating Dildo in 24-karat Gold,” and that should tell you everything you need to know about her. Basically, she’s an exceptionally versatile device with plenty of pleasure to pass around and tons of style to demonstrate. The vibrating motors inside her sleek, shiny exterior are powerful and brought to life by a single button on the back of the device, but most of the magic comes from her shape and unique temperature-sensitive composition. Available in either 24-karat gold overlay or stainless-steel, the big-O features a slightly curved form to pinpoint the g-spot (or p-spot) of the user(s) and reacts instantly to hot or cold stimuli to produce an added layer of sensation. On top of that, she’s dual ended with both of her precision-polished sides having a distinct shape to them, meaning users can enjoy several different activities with the same device if they know how to wield it right. In fact, it’s fully waterproof too, so taking it into the bath or shower should be no problem whatsoever.
What Comes in the Box?
You can’t always count on the mail, but you can count on high-end sex toys to be packaged nicely. Lelo’s 24-Karat Gold OLGA G-Spot Vibrating Dildo is no disappointment in the presentation department either, despite most of its price having more to do with the toy than the container. It comes snuggled inside a hinged wooden box with a satin drawstring pouch tucked underneath the device. There’s also a USB charging cable plus soft cleaning cloth placed inside, and trust me you’ll need it to prevent the toy from becoming scratched, fingerprinted or damaged because gold plating is rather soft compared to alloys like stainless-steel. Fortunately, the manufacturer throws in a 1-year warranty on the device (including the vibrating motor), so even if something goes wrong you’ll be covered. I highly suggest utilizing the storage pouch and/or box when the toy isn’t in use because, although it can’t attract dirt and debris like silicone or latex toys, it can still get broken and (hint) it’s one of the most expensive sex toys on the market. However, the manufacturer dole out a free pair of golden cufflinks with each purchase, so at least there’s that.
The Experience
Experience is everything when it comes to judging a new sex toy, especially one that’s expensive because it’s made out of the same stuff your wedding ring is. Looks and labels aside, the device still needs to perform its duties as intended. With that said, I like to pit all my toys against the same basic criteria just to keep things fair. If a low-end device can do the same things that a high-end one can do, then I save money. If it can’t, then I save the hassle of going shopping again. Either way, here’s how the OLGA measured up when it got put to the test:
- The Dimensions
This thing is obviously made exclusively for vaginal stimulation, but it worked for anal play as well (provided I moved it around quite a bit and shoved it in a lot more). The size makes it ideal for hands-on fun but it’s probably not the best option for dual penetration because it’s not very long at all. Regardless, the designers made it easy enough to hold onto during use, but I could have used some gripper ridges along the inside or outside of the curved shaft just to make things a little easier.
- The Materials
The materials are good and smooth with no noticeable edges or blemishes in the metal. It comes polished to a gleaming shine and feels weighty in the hands, so even if it’s just a thin coating of 24-karat gold you know immediately that your holding a well-made device. The metal is cold to the touch initially but it can be easily warmed under water due to the waterproof construction. And I thought it felt really great with a water-based lube but my partner schooled me on that one. She said I should use an oil-based lubricant to protect the metal unless I’m dead-set on buying the stainless-steel version and she’s probably right (like always).
- The Sensations
I was somewhat disappointed by the lack of texturization on the toy. The maker could have added some ridges on the shaft or at least on one of the ends to mix up the sensations a bit more. Both sides felt pretty much the same minus a slight difference in size and shape. So basically, it’s all a matter of how you move the toy around and not so much about the consistency of the polished exterior, which may not be very pleasing to some people (especially those who aren’t looking for deep penetration).
- The Functionality
For a simple, handheld pleasure product that plays double duty as a dildo and a vibrator, OLGA deserves a promotion. However, would it have killed the Lelo people to include a few more vibration settings to explore? One single pattern is fine in the beginning but I eventually turned it off and just used the dong for temperature play and penetration because I got bored. Honestly, I expected more out of a top-name company and their super expensive precious metal dildo, but I digress.
The Ups and Downs
Even luxury-grade playthings have a few flaws in their stars, but I had to learn that the hard way. You see, there was once a time when I mistakenly assumed that the perfect product existed. In my search for its discovery, I was duped several times by attractive packaging and clever advertisements because I didn’t know any better. Eventually, I realized that the only way to determine a product’s value is to look closely and critically at its many inherent pros and cons. Like my grandfather used to say, “You’ve got to stand for something or you’ll fall for anything.” Think about what you want and then consider the following ups and downs before spending any money on the Lelo OLGA Vibrating G-Spot Dildo (in 24-karat gold or stainless-steel):
PROS
- Makes an amazingly attractive gift for a partner
- Ideal for singles and couples
- Shaped for vaginal and/or anal stimulation
- Strong vibrations to intensify pleasure
- Temperature-responsive
- Fully submersible in water
- Battery rechargeable via USB
- Made from skin-safe materials
- 1-year warranty included
CONS
- Not compatible with interactive devices
- Single vibration pattern available
- May not have the texture some users prefer
- Expensive
The Takeaway
While it may look more like a sexy piece of jewelry than a pleasure product, the Lelo OLGA 24-Karat Gold Vibrating G-Spot Dildo is one of the industry’s best precious metal dongs and there are plenty of good reasons why. Having sold thousands of units despite the relatively high cost of production and presentation, the manufacturer has obviously paid special attention to this toy’s creation. Not only is it crafted out of luxurious materials but it’s also ergonomically formed to stimulate the sweet spots of the human body with pinpoint accuracy. The metallic overlay, whether gold or steel, is not only luxurious but also reactive to hot or cold temperatures, making the internal vibrations of the toy even more satisfying to whoever uses it. Overall, it’s a sophisticated purchase for any man, woman or couple who is interested in elevating their bedroom game to new and unusual heights.
