Lelo Dot — Test & Review

Isabelle Uren
by Isabelle UrenLast updated: 
Lelo Dot

Lelo's brand spanking new clitoral stimulator does away with traditional vibrations and replaces them with the Dot. This sleek, sultry stimulator has a soft flexible tip that traces around your clitoris in an elliptical pattern for oh so pleasurable pinpoint stimulation without the numbness. This is meant to make it easier to achieve those magical multiple orgasms! It has 8 settings to play with and it's fully waterproof for some fun in the tub!

Design:

Rating: Lelo Dot was rated 100 out of 100, which means it is designed absolutely incredible.

What it is: The design rating takes into account the shape of the toy in both a visual and ergonomic perspective. We ask our reviewers to rate the overall feeling of the Lelo Dot.

100/100
Ease of Use:

Rating: Lelo Dot was rated 90 out of 100, which means it is extremely easy to use and worked very well.

What it is: The Ease of Use rating is a score given on how easy the toy is to operate and use. Aspects that are considered is the suitability for different kinds of people, intuitiveness, and potential learning curve of using the product for pleasure (or pain).

90/100
Quality:

Rating: Lelo Dot was rated 100 out of 100, which means it is one of the absolute top quality toys.

What it is: The Quality rating is a score that takes into account the quality of the materials used in the toy, how well it was manufactured, the safety, durability and overall quality feel of the toy.

100/100
Price:

Rating: Lelo Dot was rated 4 out of 5, which means it is very expensive.

What it is: The Price rating is indicated by 1-5 price icons. 1 indicate a very cheap product, while 5 indicate a very expensive product. The rating is a relative score compared to other similar toys.

Medium
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Bedbible rating:

Rating: Lelo Dot was rated 4.6 out of 5, which means it is amongst the absolute best of toys that I can absolutely recommend you try out.

What it is: The Bedbible rating is indicated by 1-5 stars. 1 indicates a very bad product, while 5 indicate a very good product. It is the overall rating given by our tester which makes it a very subjective score of the Lelo Dot.

4.6/5.0
User rating:

Rating: Lelo Dot was rated 4.2 out of 5, which means it is amongst the absolute best of toys that I can absolutely recommend you try out.

What it is: The User rating is indicated by 1-5 stars. The score is an aggregated rating of all online ratings. We find and aggregate all ratings based on a weighting system that takes into account how many reviews are available at each source.

4.2/5.0
Sources
4.2 / 5  LELO (220)
/ 5  SheVibe ()
5 / 5  HustlerHollywood (4)
Design:

Rating: Lelo Dot was rated 100 out of 100, which means it is designed absolutely incredible.

What it is: The design rating takes into account the shape of the toy in both a visual and ergonomic perspective. We ask our reviewers to rate the overall feeling of the Lelo Dot.

 100/100
Ease of Use:

Rating: Lelo Dot was rated 90 out of 100, which means it is extremely easy to use and worked very well.

What it is: The Ease of Use rating is a score given on how easy the toy is to operate and use. Aspects that are considered is the suitability for different kinds of people, intuitiveness, and potential learning curve of using the product for pleasure (or pain).

 90/100
Quality:

Rating: Lelo Dot was rated 100 out of 100, which means it is one of the absolute top quality toys.

What it is: The Quality rating is a score that takes into account the quality of the materials used in the toy, how well it was manufactured, the safety, durability and overall quality feel of the toy.

 100/100
Price:

Rating: Lelo Dot was rated 4 out of 5, which means it is very expensive.

What it is: The Price rating is indicated by 1-5 price icons. 1 indicate a very cheap product, while 5 indicate a very expensive product. The rating is a relative score compared to other similar toys.

 Medium
Price ratingPrice ratingPrice ratingPrice ratingPrice rating
Bedbible rating:

Rating: Lelo Dot was rated 4.6 out of 5, which means it is amongst the absolute best of toys that I can absolutely recommend you try out.

What it is: The Bedbible rating is indicated by 1-5 stars. 1 indicates a very bad product, while 5 indicate a very good product. It is the overall rating given by our tester which makes it a very subjective score of the Lelo Dot.

 4.6/5.0

User rating:

Rating: Lelo Dot was rated 4.2 out of 5, which means it is amongst the absolute best of toys that I can absolutely recommend you try out.

What it is: The User rating is indicated by 1-5 stars. The score is an aggregated rating of all online ratings. We find and aggregate all ratings based on a weighting system that takes into account how many reviews are available at each source.

 4.2/5.0

Sources
4.2 / 5  LELO (220)
/ 5  SheVibe ()
5 / 5  HustlerHollywood (4)
Price:Medium

Rating: Lelo Dot was rated 4 out of 5, which means it is very expensive.

What it is: The Price rating is indicated by 1-5 price icons. 1 indicate a very cheap product, while 5 indicate a very expensive product. The rating is a relative score compared to other similar toys.

Bedbible rating: 4.6

Rating: Lelo Dot was rated 4.6 out of 5, which means it is amongst the absolute best of toys that I can absolutely recommend you try out.

What it is: The Bedbible rating is indicated by 1-5 stars. 1 indicates a very bad product, while 5 indicate a very good product. It is the overall rating given by our tester which makes it a very subjective score of the Lelo Dot.

User rating: 4.2

Rating: Lelo Dot was rated 4.2 out of 5, which means it is amongst the absolute best of toys that I can absolutely recommend you try out.

What it is: The User rating is indicated by 1-5 stars. The score is an aggregated rating of all online ratings. We find and aggregate all ratings based on a weighting system that takes into account how many reviews are available at each source.

Sources
4.2/5LELO (220)
LELO
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SheVibe
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Table of contents (16)

My Personal Experiences

My Personal Experiences with Lelo Dot

I was a little bit unsure about the Lelo Dot, not only do I usually prefer broad rumbly vibrators like the Doxy Die Cast or my favorite suction stimulator the Lelo Sila, but I was also a bit skeptical of the whole oscillator thing in general and whether it would feel that much different from vibrations. However, I have absolutely loved using the Dot!

Does it feel different from vibrations?

So when I first tried the Dot I thought there wasn’t that much difference to a slim vibrator and on a sensation level, I still think the difference is pretty subtle. Rachel had previously tested another oscillator, the Zumio X, and didn’t think it felt that different from standard vibrations. However, I think the addition of the flexible tip is what makes a difference with the dot, as combined with the oscillations, it does create more movement against your clitoris. I also discovered that if you hold it lightly against your clitoris, it creates an almost teasing tickling sensation, which I actually really enjoyed, much to my surprise! I also found it was easier to notice a difference in sensation when holding the tip vertical to my body, rather than laying it flat, which felt more like standard vibrations and allowed for more pressure. The Dot is also great for some teasing foreplay and feels great when stroked up and down the labia.

Magical Multiple Orgasms

One of Lelo’s claims for the Dot is it’s multi-orgasmic powers, allowing you to keep going without getting numb. I am lucky enough to be able to have multiple orgasms fairly easily anyway, but I did find the Dot was particularly good for this, as the small tip allows you to target exactly the right spot and avoid any bits that feel overwhelming. I would say the orgasms aren’t the most intense as they are much more on the surface of the clit but they still feel fantastic!

Pros
ProsOscillations don't numb your clitoris
ProsGreat for multiple orgasms
ProsLight but pleasurable stimulation
ProsCan be used on all erogenous zones
ProsUse the tip vertically or horizontally
ProsSuper quiet
Cons
ProsDoesn't provide a lot of pressure
ProsMight feel ticklish to some

Design

My Personal Experiences with Lelo Dot

The Lelo Dot has an unusual but rather elegant design. I like the teardrop design, although it kind of reminds me of a fancy candle lighter. It's one of those toys where everyone goes 'oh it kind of looks like...' but they never say sex toy! The discreet design is great if you accidentally leave it out in view! I have the aqua model but it also comes in a light pink or lilac version. The finger loop handle is actually pretty useful and comfortable to hold and makes it easy to hold the Dot in different angles.

Ease of Use

My Personal Experiences with Lelo Dot

The Dot has Lelo's signature three button interface — increase and decrease power buttons and an on/off button that also scrolls through the patterns. Once you get a feel for which button is the + and which one is the - the Dot is relatively easy to use. The symbols on the buttons are also raised which is handy if you have impaired vision. The only thing that I've found a little tricky with the Dot is finding and maintaining the right position. As the stimulator head is so small, it's easy for it to slip out of the sweet spot, which can be annoying if you are just getting close to the big O. I also love that it has a pin charger and not a magnetic one, as it is much more secure.

Quality

My Personal Experiences with Lelo Dot

The Dot lives up to the great quality you would expect from a luxury sex toy brand like Lelo. The silicone is buttery soft, there are no loose pieces, and it doesn't get hot during use. The battery life is also great with a minimum of 2 hours play per charge and the charge holds really well. I've used it quite a lot and not had to recharge it all yet!

Price

My Personal Experiences with Lelo Dot

The Lelo Dot comes with a pretty steep price tag which I would say is maybe a little high. That being said, if you know you love pin point stimulation or you have the budget and want to try something new, this is a fantastic sex toy!

Performance

My Personal Experiences with Lelo Dot

While I think there is a noticeable difference between regular vibrations and the Lelo Dot, it is subtle. However, it does feel VERY good! The lower settings feel quite rumbly and the higher settings are definitely on the buzzy side, but in a very pleasant way! The tip is very soft and flexible which means you can press it against your clit quite comfortably, although you shouldn't put too much pressure on as it could damage it. And, big bonus, it is in one of the quietest sex toys I own, so it's really great if you are looking for a discreet toy that won't wake the whole house! The lower settings are just 20 dB and the highest setting reaches around 30 dB and that's going to be even quieter if you use it under a blanket.

Packaging

My Personal Experiences with Lelo Dot

The Lelo Dot comes in Lelo's signature classy black box with gold details that leaves in doubt that you are getting a luxury product! The clear front gives you a great view of the product but if you didn't already know this was a sex toy, it could be hard to guess as there's nothing on the box or in the design of the toy to give it away. It's also a nice sturdy box for those who prefer to keep their toys in the box rather than the bag included.

Materials and care

My Personal Experiences with Lelo Dot

As with all Lelo toys, the Lelo Dot is covered in lovely soft silicone, with a shiny ABS plastic accent on the finger grip, both of which are body-safe and non-porous. It's also 100% waterproof, so you can clean it with fragrance-free soap and warm water before and after each use. There is seam between the shiny ABS plastic and the silicone so be sure to clean this as lube or bodily fluids can get stuck in there. When it's fully dry, pop it into the storage bag ready for next time!

Tested and reviewed by

Isabelle Uren

Age:
31
Sex toy experience:
Experienced
Gender:
Female
Sexual orientation:
Heterosexual
All-time favorite sex toy:
Recommended for the beginner and intermediate

The Lelo Dot was rated 30 out of 100 meaning that it is most suitable for someone with some experience

BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
The vibrations of the Lelo Dot are silent, gently, and somewhat buzzy
Sound:

Rating: Lelo Dot was rated 1 out of 5, which means it is silent.

What it is: The sound rating provides a visual representation of how loud the vibrations of Lelo Dot felt to the reviewer.

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Power:

Rating: Lelo Dot was rated 2 out of 5, which means it is gentle.

What it is: The power rating describes how fast and strong the vibrations of Lelo Dot felt to the reviewer.

Sound ratingSound ratingPower ratingPower ratingPower rating
Buzzy
What it is: Buzzy vibrators have a high frequency that stimulates the surface (like a high pitch).
Rumbly
What it is: Rumbly vibrators have low-frequency vibrations that stimulate deeper into the tissue (like the bass in music).

You should buy the Lelo Dot if you...

You should buyLove pinpoint stimulation
You should buyWant to try something a little different
You should buyWant a toy for foreplay
You should buyNeed a discreet sex toy
You should buyFind that vibrations numb your clitoris

You should NOT buy the Lelo Dot if you...

You should NOT buyPrefer broad stimulation
You should NOT buyNeed intense, rumbly vibrations
You should NOT buyNeed a lot of pressure against your clitoris
You should NOT buyDon't enjoy buzzy stimulation

Specifications and features

Specifications and features Lelo Dot
Vibration modes8 
Length6.5 inches
Width2.4 inches
WaterproofYes 
MaterialsSilicone, ABS plastic 
RechargeableYes 
Battery Life120 minutes
Charging Time120 minutes
Travel LockYes 
Storage Bag IncludedYes 

Conclusion

I definitely think the Lelo Dot has added something unique to my bedside collection! It is great for foreplay or exploring multiple orgasms. It's not going to give the same intensity or depth of orgasm as other more broad, rumbly toys, but I like to have the variation and love using the slim tip to explore where I'm most sensitive. It's also great for days where you don't want anything too knock your socks off intense!

All available shops

LELO
ProsDiscreet shipping & billingProsStudent discountsProsFREE shipping
Check price
SheVibe
ProsDiscreet shipping & billing​ProsTheir website ROCKS!ProsFREE shipping on orders $68+
Check price
HustlerHollywood
ProsDiscreet shipping & billingPros15% off with email sign-up ProsFREE shipping on orders $79+
Check price

Comparing Lelo Dot with alternatives

Lelo Dot
Lelo Dot
ZALO Queen Set
ZALO Queen Set
Satisfyer Pro 2 Next Generation
Satisfyer Pro 2 Next Generation
Calexotics Whisper Micro Bullet Vibrator
Calexotics Whisper Micro Bullet Vibrator
Lovense Ferri
Lovense Ferri
Pink Punch Peachu
Pink Punch Peachu
Overall score4.4 / 5.0 4.4 / 5.0 4.5 / 5.0 3.0 / 5.0 4.2 / 5.0 NaN / 5.0
Bedbible rating4.6 / 5.0 4.0 / 5.0 4.4 / 5.0 3.0 / 5.0 4.3 / 5.0 4.5 / 5.0
User rating4.2 / 5.0
from 224 users
4.8 / 5.0
from 21 users
4.6 / 5.0
from 7495 users
3 / 5.0
from 3 users
4.1 / 5.0
from 20 users
NaN / 5.0
from 0 users
PriceMedium Medium Low Low Medium Medium
Design100 / 100 90 / 100 75 / 100 85 / 100 80 / 100 90 / 100
Ease of use90 / 100 80 / 100 95 / 100 90 / 100 80 / 100 100 / 100
Quality100 / 100 95 / 100 80 / 100 25 / 100 90 / 100 100 / 100
Sound20 / 100 60 / 100 60 / 100 20 / 100 20 / 100 20 / 100
Power40 / 100 60 / 100 60 / 100 60 / 100 40 / 100 80 / 100
Buzzy/Rumblysomewhat buzzy neither really buzzy nor rumbly neither really buzzy nor rumbly neither really buzzy nor rumbly somewhat buzzy somewhat rumbly
Vibration modes8 PulseWave: 4 Speeds & 4 Patterns | Vibrations: 2 Steady & 6 Patterns --3 5
Length6.5 inches216 mm / 8.5 inches6.5 inches(Bullet) 1.25 inches inches3 inches-
Width2.4 inches-1.5 inches-0.83 inches-
WaterproofYes No, Splashproof Yes No Yes null
MaterialsSilicone, ABS plastic Silicone & ABS Plastic ABS plastic, Silicone ABS plastic Silicone Food-grade silicone
RechargeableYes Yes Yes No Yes null
Battery Life120 minutes120 minutes30 minutes-180 minutes60 minutes
Charging Time120 minutes60 minutes90 minutes-60 minutes60 minutes
Travel LockYes Yes No No --
Storage Bag IncludedYes Yes No No Yes -
Insertable length-131 mm / 5.12 inches----
Diameter-35 mm / 1.4 inches-(Bullet) 0.25 inches inches0.9 inches-
Weight-Vibrator: 165 g / 0.36 lbs | Attachment: 30 g / 0.07 lbs----
Remote Controls-App -Yes, corded remote control Yes -
Clitoral suction--11 modes-No modesnull modes
Vibration speeds---2 --
Vibration patterns---1 10 -
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How to use Lelo Dot

The Lelo Dot is actually pretty versatile and can be used all over the body to tease any sweet spot you like. Here are some of my favorite ways to use it.

Lelo Dot
Use some lube!
Lelo Dot
No matter how you are using your Lelo Dot, adding in some water-based lube will make everything feel better!
Nipple play
Lelo Dot
The Dot makes is great for some nipple play. It doesn't provide the most intense nip stimulation but it makes for some good teasing foreplay.
Lelo Dot
Lelo Dot
Stimulate your labia
Lelo Dot
Before diving into clitoral stimulation, you can run the tip of your dot between your labia to help build arousal and sensitivity.
Clitoral stimulation
Lelo Dot
Explore stimulating your clitoris and the area around it to find which spots are most sensitive. You can also experiment with holding the tip at different angles to find what feels best for you!
Lelo Dot

FAQ

Does the Lelo Dot vibrate?
No the Lelo Dot doesn't vibrate. Instead, the tip oscillates in an oval pattern. However, it does feel pretty similar to vibrations.
Is the Lelo Dot waterproof?
Yes, the Lelo Dot is waterproof, meaning you can enjoy it in the bath or shower!
What lube can I use with the Lelo Dot?
As the Lelo Dot is made from silicone, you should only use a water-based lubrication with the toy as others can damage the silicone.
How to use the Lelo Dot travel lock
To activate the travel lock, when the toy is turned off, hold down the plus and minus buttons at the same time for three seconds. Do the same to turn the lock off again.

Instructions - Manual

Read the full Lelo Dot manual   

How did the Lelo Dot get tested and reviewed?

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The only editing we do is uploading and adding additional information such as the product specifications, comparisons to other products, and links to places where you can buy the Lelo Dot.

Author
Isabelle Uren
Isabelle Uren

Site Manager | Aiming to empower people to embrace sexual pleasure one sex toy at a time or two, whatever takes your fancy! As well researching and writing about all things sex, I study Tantra and love finding new way to enhance intimacy, alone or with a partner. My life philosophy is the three Ms approach — meditation, masturbation, and mmm a good cup of tea!

Age: 31
Gender: Female
Sexual orientation: Heterosexual
Sex toy experience: Experienced
All-time favorite sex toy: Doxy Die Cast
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