There is nothing I love more than a nice, relaxing massage. Well, nothing that is, except for pleasuring my favorite spots. The great thing about the Magnifique is that it does both. As soon as I had it out of the box I asked my boyfriend to massage my back and neck with it. While I do have to admit that I had my reservations about how good the massage would feel (since I am a bit picky when it comes to what I get massaged with), I can now say that it was blissful. It simultaneously relaxed me and got me in the mood for playtime. The only criticism I have as far as the massager function goes is that I would prefer the tip to be broader and flatter rather than thin and curved, but since the thin curved tip works better for the vibrator function I really can't complain all that much. As a vibrator, it's equally delightful. You can use it to stimulate your clitoris, g-spot, and (even though I don't like anal penetration) it feels really nice if you use it on the outside of the anus.

The Magnifique is made of smooth, hard plastic. I happen to love this particular material because of the resistance free texture. I have tried other toys with a semi-resistant texture, and although they feel great on my clit, they tend to offer far too much resistance when I insert them (even if I'm really wet). I would definitely recommend the Magnifique, and other similar smooth, hard, plastic toys, for beginners so that have "smooth sailing" for their first few toy experiences. The more resistant materials might just hurt or frustrate them like it did for me.

My boyfriend and I both think that this vibrator resembles a Wii controller. So now every time one of use wants to use it we'll say, "Hey do you want to go play Wii?" Although it does resemble a Wii controller the shape of the Magnifique is longer and more slender. It also starts off thick at the base where the controls are located, then thins out in the middle, then becomes thick again at the other end. The shape is very unimposing, and because of the non-threatening shape that doesn't scream "SEX TOY!" (and because it's also a massager) you won't have to worry about leaving it out in the open. The Magnifique is 7 and 3/4" long, 4 and 1/2 inches being insertable.

The Magnifique is both quiet and very easy to use. It has a sliding control that you have to click up or down on to change the intensity of the vibrations. There are three settings, the first of which is a little weak, the second pretty nice, and the third, for lack of a better word, orgasmic. I do have one thing that I didn't like about the controls, however, but it's a rather minor nuisance. When you slide the controller from the off position to the on position it starts off on the highest setting, whereas I prefer for vibrators to start off with the lowest setting and work up from there. The strongest vibrations can be felt throughout the curved tip, although you can definitely feel them throughout the shaft as well.

This massager can be used with water, oil, and silicone based lubes... so take your pick. Although I must say once I started playing with this baby I didn't need any lube. To clean the Magnifique you can either rub it down with alcohol or wash it with soap and warm water. If you use the soap and water be advised that you'll need to wash it using a washcloth since the Magnifique isn't waterproof (so please don't submerge it!)

I absolutely loved the packaging that the Magnifique came in. Its a navy blue box that slides out of a translucent plastic cover. On both sides there is a picture of the Magnifique. I actually liked the box so much that I'm using it as its permanent storage place instead of storing it in the drawer with all of my other toys.