LELO F1S V3 Review

Personal Experience

My overall experience with the LELO F1S V3 was a positive one. Although there were some things I wasn’t entirely pleased with, overall, I feel that this new model provides a much more satisfying experience than the previous models.

Initial Impressions

Trying Them Out

Design

The design is essentially identical to the previous model, which I think is a good thing. Aside from using different colors of silicone to signify the size, both the regular and the XL look the same. The silicone itself is textured, closing towards the middle and opening up again towards the end. The exterior of the toy is dark black aluminum alloy, which feels nice in the hand. Up top sits the buttons and the charging port. There are only three buttons, and the charging port has a retractable cover to keep water out. Lastly, there is an indicator ring light on the top, and an internal light sitting behind the glass panel for added visual appeal.

Ease of Use

Manually, the LELO F1S V3 is extremely easy to use. Since it only features three buttons, switching between the built-in modes and speeds is simple. However, if you want more precise control over the individual motors then you'll need to use the app. The app didn't want to connect initially, but I didn't run into any issues after this initial hiccup. The device fits nicely in your hand, although I suppose you could technically use it with no hands. I'd recommend experimenting around a bit to ensure you can hit the right spots before you commit to going hands-free though.

Quality

Like basically every other LELO product, the LELO F1S V3 feels very well made. From the silicone within to the aluminum alloy on the outside, no part of this toy will have you thinking the toy looks cheap. It's not heavy, but it does have some weight to it, which pairs well with the small variety of textures on the exterior of the toy. It's definitely not silent. Still, it's not exactly loud. I would say you could easily cover up the noise by turning on the TV, although lower settings might not require this (depending on the thickness of your walls).

Price

At nearly $250, the LELO F1S V3 definitely isn't a cheap toy. That said, I do think it could be worth it for the right kind of buyer. Compared to the previous version (before markdowns), the new model only costs $20 more and offers a lot more performance for the price. Still, many men are used to the thrusting stimulation that strokers and sex provide. Neither of these are the LELO F1S V3's area of expertise. As such, I would recommend this to people who already know that they like vibrations. For complete newcomers, I would probably suggest trying a cheaper vibrator before making this investment.

Performance

Performance exceeded my expectations with this toy overall. The vibrations were strong, easy to adjust, and satisfying. The battery life certainly didn't hit two hours, but it was enough to use the toy twice before needing to be recharged. Also, despite being significantly more powerful than the previous version, the noise level stayed about the same (which is always a plus if you have roommates!). The big letdown for me was the "AI", which didn't seem to offer any game-changing vibrations. It's possible this will change with software updates in the future. Still, as of now, I wouldn't really count the AI as a main reason to pick this one up.

Packaging

The packaging is plain but classy. Each product came in a textured box inside of a fabric bag, with LELO branding stamped clearly across the front. The back of the box gives you a quick overview of the product in multiple languages, which is nice. The front is largely made of clear plastic, giving you a sneak peek at the product. One thing that's missing, however, is a QR code for easy app downloading. Inside the box, the toy is held in place with foam. Along with your toy, you also receive a few other goodies including instructions, a charging cable, a mini manual with a link to the actual manual, and a few packets of lube.

Materials and care

The LELO F1S V3 is one of the easiest toys you'll ever find in terms of maintenance. Being fully waterproof with an interior sleeve that's made of silicone, washing this toy out is a straightforward process. Aside from being easy to clean, using silicone for the sleeve also has the added advantage of being non-porous. This means that bacteria aren't able to hide inside of the pores of the sleeve. To clean, simply wash out once with water, clean using soap, then wash away any remaining soap. Leave the toy to dry before storing it away. Although it doesn't come with a designated storage box, the original packaging provided will work just fine.

Special feature

Like the previous model, this toy has an app that you can connect to the device with. Unlike the previous model, it actually works! The app is fairly simple, but it allows you to control speeds, intensities, and patterns while monitoring temperature and pressure. It also gives you access to the “AI” mode, which I wasn’t impressed by. However, as this is fairly new, I think the AI feature can definitely be increased via software updates.