The Decadence Thumper is aptly named: the slender vibrator is exquisite, in its work at tapping and seriously arousing erogenous zones. Smooth and angled like the finger of an attentive lover, the vibe hums gently around face, ears, neck, clavicle, nipples—anywhere you like. Labial and clitoral play remain faithful to that notion of a guided finger. G-spot expectations should likely be framed in the same way: if one thick finger (or two slender ones) have ever hit the spot for you, this might do the trick; if not, be prepared for arousal, rather than satiation. Get creative, though, and mix this little waterproof enticer with other forms of play. And, if there are other sentient beings in or just beyond the walls of your sensual environment (children, guests, roommates), this is a vibe with nearly no sound, just below heavy cotton sheets, a thin blanket, or general background noise, so it's a fine addition to your other plans.

Velvet Cote has a soft, sensual feel, due to its PU coating. Phthalate-free reduces concerns about allergens. Inside, the vibe is ABS plastic, as is its storage/carry case. Be aware: as with all matte-textured toys, longer fingernails, chipped nails, torn cuticles and the like may snag on this product. Both water and silicone lubricants can be used with the Decadence Thumper; oil-based lubricants are not compatible.

Think of the Decadence Thumper as an attentive lover's finger toy, packaged in an ergonomic, opaque cellphone case: small, slender, unobtrusive, and willing to stimulate your play.

Arousal will be the finesse this vibe brings to your life. At 4.5 inches in length—excluding the base, only 3.25 inches can be functionally stroked against the body (and certainly no more can be inserted)—this is one of the smaller pleasures for the toy chest. The slender 1 inch in diameter is enough to tease.

A single AA battery keeps this product running happily. The vibrations aren't mighty, but they are persistent. The shape and texture are the more evocative elements.

Decadence Thumper's base twists, to permit the user some control over the range of vibrations. The system has no marked settings, so one simply turns through what seems to be two or three settings. In every mode, there is very little intensity: enough to arouse, but not enough to satisfy. A lovely tease.

While not whisper quiet, the Decadence Thumper is surely amongst the most "that sound could be anything" types of vibrators. Its sound level does magnify greatly, when it comes in contact with another vibrating toy.

The Decadence Thumper is untextured, leaving a smooth surface for wiping. Its Velvet Cote finish is non-porous, which makes for easy cleanup with soap and hot water. For a deeper clean, or for sterilization purposes, use a spritzer bottle with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol; this method avoids stray fibers becoming attached to your vibrator. This product is not safe to boil, microwave, or run through the dishwasher. Always allow your product to dry, before storing. This vibrator may be left in its own open case, to air dry, before the case is shut and ready to travel.

While I enjoy the Decadence Thumper, I was displeased to find that any effort to turn off the product could also end in removing the base and releasing the battery. Seems a design flaw, to twist so far to the "off" position.

This is not a toy I would recommend for beginners: there's far too much emphasis on arousal, with very little assurance of complete satisfaction. Beginners might want to start with a toy that requires less planning.

For the price, this is a sweet little addition to the moderately experienced player's toy chest.