The Body and Soul Elation is a new toy by California Exotics. It is very similar to the Body and Soul Connection, also sold at EdenFantasys. Honestly, there is not much difference between the two besides the claws spacing. These two toys are like twins, not identical but fraternal. The Body and Soul toys are the latest line by California Exotics, and in my personal opinion the toy styles are very "buggy"... don't you think it looks like a bug?

This toy is a massager and teaser. It can be used to stimulate many parts of the body, including: nipples, clitoris, vagina, shaft, balls, or any other places that are sensitive to vibrations and like to be teased. It is a solo or partner toy. You can use it alone on yourself, use it on your partner, or your partner may pleasure you with it.

It works well for teasing and masturbating, but is a bit difficult to use during intercourse. The reason being, it bulky and heavy, it just gets in the way.

Materials: Silicone and Plastic
The top portion of the toy, including the claws and tip, is made of silicone. There is one very light seams on the top, hardly noticeable. The push button surrounding area is also a silicone. The silicone portion of the toy is soft, smooth, flexible and very safe (material rating is 10/10). Some of the benefits of silicone are that it retains heat, is non-porous, repels water, dirt and bacteria and doesn't fall apart with extended friction. The silicone section does have minimal drag against the skin.

The base of the toy is plastic. The plastic is very stiff and hard. The safety rating is 8/10, still very safe. I did not notice any smell from this toy. There are no bumps, waves or ridges for added texture. The recommended lubricant to use with this toy is a water-based lubricant.

The toy comes in two colors: black and purple. I received the black.

This toys design is similar to a bug or a sea creature. It has two antennas – or claws – or ears. You choose. They are very flexible and move in every direction with just a little pressure. They are slightly bulbous at the top, and the bulbs are hard. The claws lean in toward the middle. In between the claws is a slight raised bump. This bump does not have vibrations in it.

The main body of the device is a heavy, bulbous screw-off bottom. It is weighted down, meaning it is bottom heavy. The body screws off in half, just above the button. The plastic body is in an Easter egg-like shape, and the back has a flattened portion that allows it to sit up on a flat surface, like a bedside table. The toy fits nicely in the palm of my hand. Inside the body portion is the battery device for the 2 AAA batteries.

On the front of the body is a single push-button. This button is circular and black. The button turns red when it is on. The button says 10X on it, probably because of the 10 speeds.

Length: 4 1/4"
Circumference: 6 1/2"
Diameter: 2"
Space In-Between Claws: 3/4"
Weight: 0.3 lb

The size is pretty small, but the weight is something I am not used to. Although it is small, is not the best for traveling for the fact it is heavy.

The Elation requires 2 AAA batteries to get it going. It is a push button type. The button rotates continuously through the settings and will only turn off if you hold down the button for about 3 seconds.

The toy settings:
1. Low Steady Vibration
2. Medium Steady Vibration
3. High Steady Vibration
4. Pulses
5. 2 Pulses, Extended Pulse
6. Extended Pulses
7. 3 Pulses, Extended Pulse
8. Escalations (Rollercoaster)
9. Strong Pulses
10. Pulses and Escalations Mixed

The vibrations are located on the ends of the claws. The toy isn't the strongest, but it works well for me. I liked the strongest steady setting. It is great for beginners or for advanced users, it just depends on your preference of strength. This toy is VERY buzzy, which is kind of standard to the California Exotics toys that I've tried. It is so loud it can be heard over a down comforter and in the other room! I would give it a 5-buzz and a 3-vroom.

This toy is labeled as waterproof. The toy does have a small rubber seal on the inside where you screw the top and bottom together. Although it appears to be waterproof, I would not submerge this one, based on the reviews from the Body and Soul Connections. I think water would leak through, the seal doesn't feel that impressive.

This toy does collect some dirt and dust easily on the silicone portion. To clean this toy, just use simple soap and water. You could also use my favorite, Edenfantasys wet wipes or other alcohol wipes. Since the toy isn't actually waterproof, just use caution when cleaning.

As for storage, this toy should be stored in a cool dark place. I recommend a toy box or in the original package.

The Elation comes in a rectangular box that is covered in pictures, descriptions and California Exotic logos. The toy is inside the box in a sealed plastic. There is a very informative instruction booklet that comes inside the toy box, which I always appreciate. However, the 2 AAA batteries that are necessary for the toy are not included. The packaging is not discreet but could easily be reused for storage.

Personally, this toy isn't so bad. The shape is a bit shocking, but I like the idea of the claws. I love that the back is flattened so it can sit up on its own. After I was done using it, I just washed it and set it out to dry, and since it sat up on its own, the silicone claws were not going to collect whatever was on the counter. I love that.

I played around with the toy on the outside of my vagina and clit for a good amount of time. It was getting me excited, but not going to go all the way with me this way. Not to mention the noise was distracting me. SO LOUD! Once I inserted this toy as well, and use it like a rabbit vibrator, inside the vagina and on my clit. One claw on each, it worked great. It took a lot of patience and effort, but I finally was able to get off with this toy, using it this way. I did this by having it inserted and swiping the other claw back and forth on my clit. I only need one hand to accomplish this, and I am glad it took me all the way, but it did require quite the effort.

I am giving it four stars for a few reasons. Because it is only 3-vrooms, the folks that need a lot of power, will probably not be satisfied. For many, it will only be a fun teaser for foreplay. (Unless you don't need a lot – me) It is VERY buzzy, which is kind of irritating, it literally sounds like a street sweeper or sirens.