My boyfriend and I received this toy in the mail and immediately put it to use. I have always wanted to try a cock ring, and I'm glad that this one was available. I enjoyed the most during sex, but it can be used during foreplay as stimulation. This is a ring for beginners and advanced users. It's easy to put on, and easy to operate. It's stretchy rubber ring makes it easy to slip on and off. Using this toy with my boyfriend made sex a lot better.

There isn't really a smell to this ring, and no taste. It's made of silicone, so you can use a water based lubricant while using this toy. The ring is made of a stretchy silicone, with what Minerva calls "pleasure dots". These dots are little raised bumps all over the ring that are great for both partners. The material is able to stretch to fit your guy just right. My boyfriend was worried that the material would not stretch to fit him, but it did. He said it enhanced his erection, and even helped him last longer. I enjoyed the texture on the ring. The "pleasure dots" were an extra feature that were helpful in reaching an orgasm. They definitely feel good.

The ring comes in a really pretty purple color. The ring itself is pretty sturdy. We have used it a good amount of times, and it is still in great condition. The stretchy silicone ring always comes back to normal after use. I was worried about the ring stretching out quickly, but it has retained it's original shape.

The shape of the actual vibrator piece is great as well. It's a small oval shape that fits perfectly when placed on the penis facing upward towards your belly button. This really helps with clitoral stimulation. It can also be used the other way to stimulate the perineum, but I personally enjoy the clitoral stimulation.

The vibrator is attached to a small remote that is easily used by either partner. It is small enough to not be a burden, but has some amazing functions. It is easily unplugged from the ring if needed, but honestly, you will want to keep it plugged in at all times!

This ring is easily put on and removed. My boyfriend said that it took him a minute or two to get used to having something on his penis, but it was fine after that. I think it really depends on the girth of the penis. The ring is easily stretched though, so that is a plus. I think that it would fit all shapes and sizes.

The functions that this little ring can do are amazing. There are five functions with ten speeds. The intensity of the highest vibration is pretty good. I like high intensity, so I enjoyed it. You can go from a light vibration, to a high one in just seconds.

The different functions are great. There is a "Arouse", "Tease", "Foreplay", "Ectasy", and "Climax" function. They all have different patterns of vibrations. The functions differ in length and pattern. If you want to mix it up, use them all at different times. It's very easy to use. There are little heart buttons that control the speed and functions.

I really enjoyed all the different vibration modes. They were all nice, and it was an awesome feeling to mix them up. I suggest going through them all, seeing which one feels best, and then play around with the vibration speed.

The toy is easily cared for. Do not submerse this toy in water, but simply remove the ring from the remote and clean with soap and water. You can also use an antibacterial cleaner.

The Minerva comes with a cute little designer pouch that makes it discreet. We place ours in the pouch, and store it in our bedside table for easy access.

This was my first cock ring and I really enjoyed it. I enjoyed trying out the different vibration functions and speeds. It was exciting to use for myself and my boyfriend. It definitely enhanced stimulation. I don't know if it helped me orgasm quicker, but it definitely made them more intense.

My boyfriend said that he was not really able to feel the vibrations by just wearing it and trying out different vibrations. Once it was used during sex though, he was able to feel it more. The ring itself helped his erection, as well as extending the duration of sex.