The LAYAspot is a wonderful clitoral stimulator for newer vibe users. It is ergonomic both in terms of manual and vaginal placement. The toy is easy to use in the palm of your hand, and cups the mound of the vagina nicely, allowing sensations to ripple through the entire area. It can also be used with rather pleasant results along the curves of the inner thighs. The design is (naturally) not well-suited for penetration or anal play.

When I bought this toy, a friend insisted that the curve of the LAYA would feel like a tongue, thus simulating the feeling of oral sex. That is definitely not the case, as LAYA doesn't flicker like a tongue at all. It's simply flattened to cover the entire clitoral area - which is especially useful if you're new to masturbation, or have variable sensitivity. But if you like the full pressure of a chin or nose against you during oral, LAYA's design can definitely help with that.

The vibrations are far from overpowering, but "high" was more than enough to get me there - multiple times! Cycling through the different speed/stimulus options has never been appealing to me, but there are definitely lots of settings to choose from if you like a wide variety. It's easy to move from setting to setting, too, as the buttons are literally at your fingertips. I also like that there are both + and - buttons, so you don't have to cycle through each setting to get back to the one you liked, as with many other toys. Be careful, though! More than once I've lost an orgasm by accidentally pushing a button at the wrong moment.

LAYA is one of the more discreet vibrators I've enjoyed. It is relatively quiet, even on its strongest setting. And, since it isn't shaped like a penis, this vibrator is much less obvious than a lot of toys. I've accidentally left it out and had someone walk past it without ever knowing what it was.

The material is smooth but generally firm, which is optimal for pressure against the clitoris. LAYA also has virtually no smell and is definitely hypoallergenic--it didn't irritate my rather sensitive skin. Cleaning is definitely not a problem, though be sure to do so right after play.

LAYA was dependable enough for daily play and lasted several years. All in all, a great clitoral vibrator for a beginner or something looking to add a novel shape to their collection.