The Gyrating Chubby G certainly lives up to its name: this little number has a 5-inch circumference, despite the fact that only 3.5 inches of it are insertable. There is a studded attachment designed to stimulate the clitoris when this vibe is inserted vaginally, however it fell short of actually doing any good - it protrudes only half an inch in either direction. Because of the wider platform, this vibrator could be used anally, though the design is best suited to g-spot use.



The package claims "extreme vibrating action," and it is definitely not wrong. If you prefer lower intensity toys, you may wish to steer clear, as the Chubby G has quite a bit of power. Fans of girthier toys will definitely be pleased with the stretching power of the shaft, and those who enjoy g-spot stimulation will be pleased with the arc of the tip. Because of the power, this toy does provide excellent clitoral stimulation, so if you are lucky enough to be suited to the shape of the studded platform, you will definitely get a lot out of this toy. I do stress that the vibrations are very powerful - they are far too intense for my tastes - though I very much wouldn't mind using the Chubby G in lieu of a clitoral vibrator because of this.

Couples may enjoy the use of this toy if g-spot stimulation is something that is difficult to achieve through sex. Because of the curvy, narrower tip and the wide shaft, this toy is easy to maneuver and more than able to push the right buttons. The Chubby G is waterproof when closed, thus making it suitable for use in the shower or bath as well as the bedroom. You could also easily soak it in warm water to heat it up to body temperature, though because of the mechanical aspect of this vibrator, I would not recommend chilling it. Though it is fairly quiet - if I turn it on and leave the room I cannot hear it once the door is closed - I would not recommend using it if you suspect that someone else is in earshot, as it is clearly audible to anyone in the same room.

You can choose from one of three colors for your Gyrating Chubby G: pink, orange and purple. The purple is quite a nice color, neither darker nor lighter than the color that I expected. Please don't mind the darkness of my photographs. Since I do not have a digital camera, I've had to resort to webcam to take them, and I assure you that the color is much more vibrant.



This vibe is unscented and largely tasteless, as it is silicone on the exterior, save for a small metal-coated ring and the plastic twist-off lid. It is very smooth, aside from the silicone studs along the platform intended to stimulate the clitoris, though there is a small seam along the middle of the toy. It's well-sealed, however, and thus it is not sharp and you cannot feel it catch. The smoothness of the toy does not make it very physically stimulating, however once it's powered on, the vibrations more than make up for that. As mentioned before, this toy is waterproof, though I suggest ensuring that the lid is sealed tightly before each use. There is a symbol on the bottom of this toy indicating that it is recyclable.

Personally, I found the design to be a little bit peculiar. When I first saw the picture online, I puzzled over whether the hilt, so to speak, was supposed to be insertable. Once it arrived and I opened it, it was much easier to see exactly how it was to be used, however, with the platform being half way up the shaft and covered in small silicone bumps, it is still quite a sight to see. I am disappointed that the clitoral stimulator is so small. Such powerful vibrations are a bit of a waste for me if they cannot reach my clit.



I think that the girth definitely puts this vibe in a more advanced class than many others. Beginners may find it to be rather too girthy, though size queens may not find the stretch to be enough. At three and a half inches, the length of the insertable end of the shaft is rather short, so if you're looking for something with a bit of depth, I suggest searching elsewhere. The entirety of the toy itself is just under seven inches, and there is absolutely no mistaking that this is intended for sexual use. Because it is not discreet, I do not recommend it for any sort of travel where your bags may be searched, if the thought of it being discovered embarrasses you. A good case, bag or hideaway pillow would be perfectly suitable for home storage, as the packaging absolutely does not serve as discreet storage.

For the power that it exerts, the Gyrating Chubby G is very quiet. There are two speeds, neither of which is louder than the other, and the vibrations can be felt throughout the entirety of the toy. If you intend to use this for a prolonged period of time and are not accustomed to strong vibrations, your hand may feel slightly tingly from the intensity. Both settings are simply constant vibration - there is no pattern to either of them, though of course the second setting is quicker.



The switch is located on the bottom of the toy, and is easy to depress with one hand. It cycles through the settings with the push of a button, from off to medium-slow to medium-fast speed. This is very convenient, as it is easy to change between settings, whilst using this toy by simply rotating your grip. I find both speeds to be too intense for my tastes, which is a shame because the girth and the ease of use appeal to me.

The bottom compartment of the toy, where the batteries are stored, is quite easy to remove with a twist, but a little bit more difficult to put back into place. The lid must be aligned perfectly after the batteries have been inserted, as there are two grooves on one side and only one on the other. This is because two of the batteries are inserted positive to negative and one is inverted, therefore in order to function properly, precision is required. I did find that the toy turned on if the batteries were put in improperly. The instructions note how the batteries go in, but not which battery goes where, so the first time I put them in, I decided to go the trial and error route. This causes the vibrator to move with a much more reasonable intensity, and is how I would choose to use this toy, if I were not concerned about potential damage. There are illustrations inside the battery compartment on the toy, which I noticed after removing the batteries the first time, and following those is definitely the recommended route.

Since it is silicone, this toy is definitely not compatible with silicone-based lubricants, as they may bind with the toy and cause irreversible damage. The best choice would be water-based lubricants. Though this toy is waterproof, there is nothing indicating that it is dishwasher safe. I would not put this toy in a dishwasher for fear of damaging the mechanical components. Boiling silicone vibrators is also not recommended, because you may damage the internal workings as well. The Chubby G is easily washable with soap and warm water. Mild soap is recommended, so that there will be no harmful residue on the toy that could irritate you at your next use. Toy wipes or toy cleaners are also a good option, provided that they are safe for silicone. It is not recommended that you store this with porous toys, as they cannot be sanitized. I keep all my toys separate, but if you store yours in groups, please keep this with like materials.

The studs do make this toy a bit more tedious to clean than something completely smooth, but provided that you go over them individually, there should not be any problems. Nevertheless, this toy requires that you be a bit more thorough than you would be with simpler toys.

Though the packaging for this toy can definitely be described as "interesting," discreet is one of the last words that I would use. The bright colors and eye-catching patterns serve to emphasize the vivid picture of the vibrator emblazoned on the front and left side of the box. A clear love of the word "gyrating" is demonstrated through the name of the line, Gyration Sensations, which is written across the top, the claim of "intense gyrating action" located about halfway down and, of course, the toy's name - the Gyrating Chubby G - located at the bottom.



The only user instructions included within the box are the small slip which provides a diagram for battery insertion. There are, however, written care instructions on the right side of the box, so you may wish to read these before throwing it away if you are not experienced in the proper care and use of silicone vibrators.



The back of the box has bullet point notes written in five languages. The only point that I have yet to mention is that the three AA batteries required for the function of this vibrator are not included. The URL necessary for product registration can be found at the very bottom of the box, and there is a Blackberry PIN located at the top.

California Exotic Novelties "Gyrating Chubby G" includes a warranty through https://vibetronics.com/. This company will replace your toy if it fails mechanically within thirty days after purchase, though they do not offer reimbursements. Nor do they ship out replacement parts. You must clean and return your product in its original packaging with the original receipt and a $10.00 U.S. money order or check made payable to Vibetronics to cover shipping and handling. It's very probable that the cost of shipping both ways would not make replacing this toy through Vibetronics worth your money, especially as there is a four to six week wait.