Clandestine Devices Mimic Massager Review

Personal Experience

Uncharted Waters

Riding the Wave

Design

The design of the Mimic is my favorite aspect of the vibe, so I only have a few minor dislikes. I love the way the vibe fits in the palm of your hand and the feel of its ultra silky silicone. My partner also held the vibe in their hands and remarked how delightful the little mantra ray shape is. The design simultaneously looks cute, sleek and artful all the same time. I feel the design of the toy is very approachable for all genders: The toy comes in 3 colors (black, lilac, and a sea foam green) and the tip, the wings, and the base of the toy vibrate. The vibe can be enjoyed in various ways and by different bodies. One design aspect I didn't enjoy about the toy is the light indicator; I find the light distracting and I'd rather not have more lights when I'm in play mode. In addition, I initially found the buttons difficult to find and press, and I found holding the Mimic with one of my hands uncomfortable (in a few positions).

Ease of Use

Though in the beginning there is a learning curve, and as long as you don't have issues bending your wrist, the Mimic ranks high on the ease of use scale. I found the vibe easy to hold and if my wrists started arching, I switched hands or took a break from using the Mimic for another toy. (I am over 40, so working with and taking care of my aches and pains is part of my life). Initially the vibe was difficult to navigate, because the plus and minus buttons are hard to feel. After my fingers learned where the buttons are, I found navigation easy and the buttons just require a moderate amount of pressure to turn on. I like the simple interface the vibe has: one button for on/off/patterns and another two for increasing or decreasing speed. The Mimic felt natural to move against the body and fit curves beautifully. (To note, this vibe doesn't have an app. ability, so the interface is indeed just the three buttons).

Quality

Minus a few exceptions, I'd rate the Mimic Massager has a high quality toy. The Mimic feels lovely to hold during all types of play. I love the thoughtfulness of the design and how the vibe snuggles into your hands with its silicone silkiness. The vibe also feels flexible in its wings but sturdy where you don't have to be delicate with it during play. Though the Mimic isn't whisper quiet, the toy is on the quieter end of vibes. The buttons are a bit difficult to push and find during play, but the light on the vibe can help guide you to the buttons in dim lightening. The quality of the charging port and the merging of the ABS plastic and the silicone could be higher: The silicone flap covering the port feels flimsy, and the merging of the two materials feels somewhat abrupt and not seamless.

Price

The Mimic is currently a mid-priced vibrator. There is a newer version out called the Mimic Plus, which is more of a higher-priced vibe. I feel if you're looking for what the original Mimic offers, the toy offers worthy vibes for the price: The Mimic has moderately strong, buzzy vibes, has an unique shape (ergonomic to hold and easily slipping between bodies during play), and offers pin-point and broad stimulation in one toy. Unless you need super strong, top power vibes, the Mimic will also have all the power you need. For those looking for rumblier vibes, the Mimic website compares the original Mimic and the Mimic Plus and states the Mimic Plus does offer more rumbly vibrations.

Performance

I do feel the Mimic lived up to its promises of being a comfortable and pleasurable vibe; However, for my personal needs, it won’t be one of my favorite toys. The Mimic is easeful and comfortable to hold, except with my left hand where I can’t hold a bendy position for long. If I liked buzzy vibes, I feel the Mimic has a functional range from soft to moderately strong. I do appreciate how I can use the vibe in various ways (all in one toy) and it is one of the fewer toys that works well in multiple positions in partner play. In addition, the device never got hot when I used it, the battery has 1 hour of continuous power, and the charging takes about two hours max. The Mimic website says the vibe is a discreet and quiet vibe, and I agree to both.

Packaging

I have seen vibe packaging I have enjoyed more, but I still rank the Mimic has high on the packaging scale. The Mimic comes in a solid and sturdy black box. You could use the box itself for storage, or you can use the black, satin bag the device comes with. I find the box is a pretty design. The black box has splashes of color matching the color of vibe you buy; Mine is black, so the color splashes on the cover are a light black. I feel the splashy design compliments the water- manta ray design of the vibe, which is featured on the cover too. I appreciate the sturdy box, but I'd prefer to see the actual toy through a plastic, clear cover myself.

Materials and care

The Mimic is made of body-safe silicone and ABS (a type of plastic). The toy generally feels and looks high quality. The toy is one of the lightest vibes I own, which adds to the seamless feelings of holding the toy. To clean the Mimic, the manufacturer recommends a suitable silicone-friendly cleaner. Otherwise, you can use a mild soap and lukewarm water. Then, allow the toy to dry or pat dry. Though the vibe is 100% waterproof, there is a tiny gap where the ABS plastic and silicone meet and the charging port hole has a silicone flap that can capture material if not diligently cleaned. I do like how the Mimic's manual assures you the toy is waterproof with or without this little port flap. For storage after cleaning, the Mimic come with a black draw string bag for storage.