The Fleshlight comes housed within a simple black plastic casing. It looks a little cheap when compared to the clear cases available on other models, but it offers more discretion by hiding the pink insert inside. The exterior of the case is quite plain, but has some ridged detailing along the surface to create grip when using the product. The base cap of the case functions as an adjustable valve and can be loosened or tightened to alter the level of suction within the toy during use. It’s fairly successful at creating a strong sucking sensation, but unfortunately air still leaks in even when it’s screwed down as tightly as possible, and it would benefit from the presence of a rubber seal. The material of the insert feels fantastically soft to the touch, and can easily be squeezed and stretched about, often causing a strong impulse to start using it no sooner than you've felt it.

The opening of the Fleshlight Butt is designed to mimic an anus, and it manages to achieve a fairly realistic result here. The material surrounding the small hole in the centre is textured to replicate the way in which the anal opening is naturally creased and puckered. This effect isn’t only visual though, and slowly running a finger around it in circles will give an instantly recognisable feeling. The opening is the tightest point, but it only lasts for a depth of around a centimetre, before opening onto the inner texture. The most efficient way to apply lube to the inside of the insert is with a pump bottle or lubricant syringe, as it is quite a narrow opening. The best way to enjoy the tightness of the butt opening is to just pop the head of the penis in and out of it, as you really do feel it then, and along with the slight resistance it provides, it helps to imitate real anal sex. As the material is so stretchy, once you've completed inserted yourself and are enjoying the Fleshlight, you won't really notice any extra tightness from the opening around the base of the shaft.

Fleshlights are available with many different textures, but this one has a completely smooth central channel running throughout the length. In its normal state the channel has a uniform diameter of 17mm or 5/8", and during use it stretches out and provides a pleasantly snug grip on the penis, all whilst avoiding excessive tightness. I found this feeling to be both enjoyable and more than sufficient, but there are narrower variants available for people who prefer to squeeze their penis quite firmly when masturbating. The smooth interior feels very satisfying, and surprisingly it can actually seem slightly more intense than some of the textured Fleshlights. This is because during thrusting the smooth surface applies equal and continual pressure over the entire penis, whereas it varies in textured models as a result of all the bumps and grooves. Because the inside is smooth it means a reduced total surface area, which in turn means it’ll take less lube to coat it all, making it a slightly more economical choice if you’re worried about such things. If you want to add an extra layer of realism then you can heat up the insert to body temperature prior to use, simply by submerging it in hot water. I found that it wasn’t really worth the bother as the insert didn't seem to absorb much heat from the water, but it’s nice to have the option.

Fleshlights are intended to be a product which can be reused many times, provided you care for them properly, and as such they’re built to be durable. I've had mine for over a year now, and in that time it's remained in virtually the same condition as it was on the day I bought it.

The one thing that discourages me from using my Fleshlight as much as I might otherwise like to is the maintenance, because honestly it can be a little bit of a hassle. To make cleaning easier, the ends of the case can both be removed and the insert slipped out, allowing each part to be washed separately, before being left somewhere to air dry. You want to avoid using any type of soap on the insert as it can damage the material. You also want to make sure the inside of the insert has dried fully before storing it, in order to avoid mould growth, but it can take a while for all the moisture to evaporate completely. Once the insert has dried you may notice that the surface of the material has become slightly sticky, but this is in fact normal and the insert can be stored this way. If you’d rather be rid of the stickiness then to restore the material to its original condition you’ll need to powder the whole surface with a thin layer of corn starch. This is a little time consuming, so thankfully it’s a matter of preference more than a necessity.

Having tried several different masturbators in the past, the Fleshlight would definitely be the one which I would recommend. It may seem more expensive than other alternatives, but in the long run it’s a sound investment.

The Fleshlight is quite a versatile toy in how it can be used. You can either hold it in your hand and pump it up and down like you would normally masturbate, or you can place it somewhere and thrust yourself into it. Both options provide very pleasurable sensations.

I've had my FleshLight for about 8 months now, and I still love it.

The material has held up well, and I haven't noticed any signs of deterioration, even with regular use over that time.

I don't use it at frequently as I'd like to, as the maintenance does put me off sometimes, but when I do I still have a really pleasurable experience each and every occasion.

I like it enough that I'm probably going to buy another one now, just to try out some different textures. The original is great, but I yearn to feel what else there is to offer.