Bathmate HydroXtreme — Test & Review

The Bathmate HydroXtreme: My Journey

Right off the bat, the Bathmate HydroXtreme7 was different from the two previous models I had tried so far. Of course, different isn’t always better, but—in this case—it paid off.

First Impressions

Using the Pump

How is the Bathmate HydroXtreme designed

Most of the design of this penis pump is identical to the Hydromax, from the removable "comfort pad" to the clear tube with the "ruler" sticker on the side. The main difference is in the cap. Not only does this cap make it so you can use the pump by itself, but it also lets air pass through so you can take advantage of the included hand pump. The slide on this cap can go either way, which I wasn't a big fan of. Since it closes on both sides and only opens in the middle, it's easy to accidentally re-close the cap instead of opening it. This is, of course, an extremely minor issue, but still worth mentioning.

Was the Bathmate HydroXtreme easy to use?

If the slide on the top only had two positions then I would give this a slightly higher mark. However, that's really my only complaint with the design as a whole. It does a great job at providing precise suction, especially when using the included hand pump. The red tubing was an interesting choice, although it does match the box. It feels fairly thick and doesn't compress at all during use. The hand pump itself feels very high quality and nice in the hands. However, since you do need one hand for the pump and another for the hand pump, I wouldn't suggest this to someone with grip issues, as pumping takes a bit of pressure.

Quality vs Expectation

As a whole, this kit definitely feel the highest quality when compared to the two lesser Hydro products. While the pump itself is nearly identical, the addition of a well-made tube and hand pump help make it feel more expensive. The included accessories seem good as well. The three-number lock is a nice touch, although some could realistically just break through the bag anyway. Still, bag is a fairly nice material, coming complete with plenty of space for two pumps. You can actually fit all three in there, although it's a tight fit. It's also worth noting that this kit comes with toy cleaner, adding to the overall feeling of quality.

Affordability Check: The Price of Bathmate HydroXtreme

At nearly $300, the Bathmate HydroXtreme7 is definitely a bit pricey. Assuming that the basic pump is worth its original asking price, the remaining $130 would be applied to the accessories. This covers a lot of different items, including the tubing, the hand pump, the carrying case, the strap, the cleaning tools, a small hand towel, and the combination lock. I do think it's a bit overpriced, but I'd also argue that it gives you the best value for your money. The extras are actually useful and the pumping power of this kit is fantastic, making it a worthy investment (even for the complete beginner).

The Bathmate HydroXtreme: Does it Deliver on Performance?

The Bathmate HydroXtreme7 easily exceeded expectations, especially after I'd already tried the two other Hydro products. While the other models provided a decent amount of suction, they never offered more than I needed. I was ready to call it a day, and yet, this pump still had more to give! Despite being able to produce a lot of suction, the Bathmate HydroXtreme7 is completely adjustable in small increments, which I think is its biggest strong point. This flexibility makes it valuable to users at all levels, not strictly expert users alone. As an added bonus, the entire pump setup can be taken apart, making cleanup a breeze.

The Art of Presentation: Packaging Explored

The packaging on this box is essentially identical to the packaging on the smaller boxes, just bigger. The design mainly uses red as a highlight, matching the red tubing. This box does feature a photo of everything contained in the set on the back, which is a nice touch. The exterior of the box mentions that it's the most powerful Hydropump model and included a handball. While it doesn't specifically tell you how to use the product, I still think this is an improvement over the other box designs.

Materials and care

Like the other Bathmate products, the Bathmate HydroXtreme7 is well-made. Both the tube and the hand pump feel especially well-made, and the variety of textures on the toy make it a bit more enjoyable to use the device. Even with the pump, it's still very light (albeit a bit clunky due to requiring two hands). The entire toy can be disassembled, and is easy to clean since it's waterproof. Soap and water works well for this, although it's unlikely that the toy will get very anyway during regular use. I really like how this combo includes a storage bag, as this was sorely missing in the cheaper options. Even better, they've given you a fairly nice storage bag, complete with side pockets for accessories.