I'm not always sure how I feel about anal play. While I do enjoy it, and I do find it pleasurable, I sometimes have a hard time finding a butt plug that is both comfortable and easy to keep inside. When I orgasm, I have a tendency to clench down hard, and the embarrassment of pushing most toys out of my body keeps me a) from using most anal toys|Anal Toys, and b) from being able to relax and enjoy them.

So I received the Ace, I was very excited because this isn't a butt plug built like most others. Most butt plugs have the bulb directly attached to the base, but the Ace has the bulb on a longer shaft connected to a small rectangular base.

I tried out the small version of the Ace|Ace plug small - Butt plug by Tantus - in purple (my favorite color!). It's a cute little toy, and not in the last bit intimidating, so after some foreplay with my husband, D, I was more than ready to try it out. For me, the design worked exactly as promised. The plug slid inside easily and the long stem kept it seated well, while the small rectangular base fit comfortably between my cheeks. And it felt amazing - it was comfortable enough that I was actually able to relax and really enjoy the sensations! I have heard other reviewers say that the longer stem prevents the toy from being comfortably thrust in and out, but since I don't use butt plugs like that, I didn't have a problem with it - but it's something to keep in mind.

The Ace is made of phthalate free and made of silicone. While this means that it shouldn't be used with silicone based lubes (we used a water based lube which works well with most toys), it also means that it can be completely sterilized by boiling or washed in a 10% bleach and water solution and shared. Which was a good thing, because D wanted to try it out too!

I promised you a his 'n hers review: well, here's D's perspective Ace:

"The Ace, so far, is the most comfortable butt plug that I have had the pleasure of using. The key to its comfort lies in the shape of the plug itself. It's the ergonomic version of the standard butt plug. The base isn't round, so it actually fits between the cheeks, and the length of the stem of the plug allows for the continued retention of the plug. Normally, I can't keep a plug in while I'm coming. Just can't, I clench and it slips out. The ace on the other hand, stayed in. Even during the orgasm, no shooting across the room or anything. The stem allows the plug to be kept in, and for me allowed me to control the pressure on my prostate."