Ergonest Ball Stretcher Review

Personal Experience

First Impressions

Final Thoughts

Design

Perfect design for all day wear. Things stay where they should and the shape is formed well to snuggle male contours. Best of all the cradle on top allows for a nesting effect rather than an annoying and sometimes painful obstruction between the bits. The securing clasp on the side is properly designed to stay in place and still easily removed in only one direction- the trick is to give it a bit of pressure to seat it in place.

Ease of Use

Super easy to use. The unique sizing of the clasp and the overall quality is easier to use than any other stretcher I've ever had on. It took me a minute to get used to something new but by the second off and on I was an old pro. NO tools required is a huge bonus. If I need to do a quick grooming in the shower, I just slip it off then back on when done.

Quality

I've been raving about the quality of the Ergonest as I am truly impressed. I've been disappointed by other products so many times, that looking for burrs first thing is habit. I am very happy with the quality, the look, the feel. I keep mentioning the clasp, because its operation really is important and it functions so well without accidental slippage and pinching. The clasp needs only a bit of force to seat it, and its there to stay. Again to the quality of design, all sides fit and rest so well that I am truly amazed by the comfort it creates while giving just the right amount of tug and or bounce to the boys. There is even matching etch marks on the clasp and stretcher to take the guess work out of which end to insert. I say give the maker and QC guy a beer on me!

Price

The price of the Ergonest is on the upper end, but I say worth every penny. I wish this had been my first stretcher, as then I wouldn't have wasted money on the ones before. I am experienced now, so that’s easy to say. If you are new to this type of daily wearable, your hesitation is understandable, however other types are no where near this good. Had I started with the Ergonest light, I may very well be wearing several at a time by now.

Performance

The Ergonest is a ball stretcher that does very well, what its intended for, adding weight to your balls in a super comfortable tug 24/7 or for however long it is on. Mine is the heavy, so it occupies more space between the legs, but is less noticeable between the thighs when walking, than my old donut that was half the weight. Not too tight or loose, my balls could not escape the solid steel on they’re own.

Packaging

The packing was especially classy. The box that the Ergonest arrived in looked like car parts but when I opened it, the inside transformed into an alluring show. I would think if the box was inside out on a store shelf I'd have been drawn to it. That they didn't waste money on fancy extra packaging that would just be thrown away, helps keep the price down. Also a bit of bubble wrap to prevent rattle was good.

Materials and care

Stainless steel is washable with any soap. You could boil it or throw it in the dishwasher, but frankly I wouldn't like to wait that long. I just give mine a rinse in the shower and good to go. In my early days, a good lotion applied to the skin prevents chaffing, but as I've been a user for so long, I have no issues with that as long as I keep the hair away. If you do want to store it for a while, a nice black cloth bag was included. Of course I used the bag for my old one that I'm keeping for added weight in the future.

Special feature

The alignment etching for the clasp is very helpful and the opening size to slide your sack in is just right. I was concerned at first that sliding in I might get scratched or pinched, so I braced myself for pain – there were NO issues getting it on / sack tucked in and the clasp firmly in place. If sizing is a concern, the Ergonest is offered in two weights and three internal sizes. A guide on the website aids in determining the right size, but the thickness / weight is a consideration most aided by individual experience.