This was the first official anal plug I'd ever purchased. I have done lots of anal play before but had never owned an actual butt plug. The cute color and shape of the 'lollipoppers' plug makes it appealing and intimidating for first time anal plug users.

However, when I first used it, I discovered quickly that the sharp, rather pointy end of the plug made for some discomfort and was generally unappealing. The tip isn't rounded like most plugs, I suppose to make it easier to slip in, as gradual plugs are better. However, I'd rather use other toys first and then move onto something bigger, rather than try and ram that tip up my ass again.

The general length of the toy was good, and the base provided great protection against doctor's visits. The vibrator was nice and subtle, but strong enough that you could feel the vibrations, especially if you are using something in your vagina as well (for those double penetration women out there). I could double the vibrator up and use it on my clit as well (providing you always clean between back and front doors!)

The rubber was nice and fairly flexible, which I like, as I'm not a fan of hard sex toys that don't have some give, especially when you're playing around with it inside you. In the future, I probably wouldn't get this light coloured of a toy for use in anal play, as it shows more 'dirty' than the darker colours.

For a first timer, I would also recommend something a bit daintier in terms of girth. I like the fairly large girth of it, but it was a bit too big for a beginner unless you really like the pain game. I had no idea how large was too large for anal plugs, but if you're a first-timer like I was, I definitely wish I would've gotten a smaller one to try at first.

As I stated, always be sanitary when switching from back to front or back to anywhere else. Obviously you can either clean it, or simply switch condoms.

I always use water based lubes and I don't like oil based ones, but I think either would work fine.

The size is all mentioned on the product description page. I simply mentioned the girth was a bit too large for a beginner and I wish I'd started smaller. Specifics like battery size and how many is all found on the product page (but it takes 2 AAA batteries).

It's not that easily removed - another downside. Once in, the base is firmly set and you don't have to worry about losing the toy. But I thought it slightly uncomfortable to remove because of the large girth of it and it made for a little bit more pain than I would've liked in a beginner anal toy.

Cleaning can be done best with toy cleaner which makes sure bacteria etc., does not stay on your toy, especially if you're sharing!

As for travel friendly, I just meant it's rather small and unassuming, and that the vibrator does not easily turn on on its own, so you don't have to worry about that. Although when traveling, I would always take batteries out to assure no embarrassment.