First and foremost I have reviewed a growing handful of items here and I still think this is one of the best sex toy sites out there. That being said, I think this little red hot was not so hot. More of a room temperature toy.

Doc Johnson makes some great toys but not all them hit the mark. Here are some good points on the Vivid red hots Janine:

The material (TPR) is interesting. I’d never used it before and found it to be smooth but with a bit of drag sensation. I kinda liked it. The ribbing didn’t do much for me until I began to swirl it around and twist it while it was inside. The more lube in this case the better. It’s a nice shape for those new to toys. Actually, I think this is a great toy for beginners. Not too big, soft, has the gradual increase in size then down to a bit smaller size so you can more easily close in around it and really take it in.

Cleaning is easy as well. Being that it is TPR it is more porous than silicone but much less than others. If sharing always use a condom on the toy and clean with mild soap and water or toy cleaner as it cannot be disinfected (boiling water is not enough). If using for anal play always use a condom. You can use silicone or water based lubricants with this toy which is fantastic as I use both depending on the toy and if it’s going in the “front door” or the “back”. Although make sure you clean in between the ribs really well, it’s a bit of a groove and found that unless rinsed really well it collects soap residue.

However… Vivid red hots Janine just never really got me “going”. I thought my body was contemplating getting excited but… it just never got me all hot and bothered. I tried both lubes. I tried it in my pussy as well as anally (condom of course) etc etc. It was fine anally but that isn’t really what it was meant for and I just thought I’d give it a try. That is NOT for beginners with this toy (back door). If trying, lube very well and hold on to it! I don’t really recommend it since it could be very slippery and it would be better for teasing than actual penetration.

As far as vibration goes, well, I wish I had something to say here. As soon as I went to turn it on, the dial broke right off. I’d say I’m a girl of average strength so I don’t think I forced it and I’m going to give it the benefit of the doubt that that would not happen every time, none-the-less…it did with this toy and I didn’t even get to try the vibration experience. I was hoping that part would up the star count on this toy. Alas all it did was bring it down further.

Bottom line, great toy for beginners and a little teasing but might leave the more experienced toy user feeling a bit deflated.