Tenga 3D Spiral — Test & Review
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My Verdict
Although I am not a fan of masturbation sleeves, I decided to give the Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve a whirl. And while the results were less than stellar, they also were not terrible. The Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve has its ups and downs (pun intended) in function and performance. It does tend to become somewhat painful, due to those hard sensations described on the Tenga website. It wasn't a severe pain - just enough to be slightly uncomfortable, but not overly so. I tend to shy away from pain – whether during sex, or otherwise, and the pain from the Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve didn’t send me packing, so most people shouldn’t be bothered by it. The real issue for me is how soon it tends to dry out and require more lube be applied. After some experimenting, I did find a way to hold it and to stroke with it that felt amazing and gave me an orgasm. Bottom line: the Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve will give you an orgasm and will make you feel good doing so; however, for me, it will not be my go-to, nor even in my top five go-to toys.
Buy, if you...
- want a toy that is aesthetically-pleasing
- are looking for a stroker you can easily travel with
- are on a budget
Don't buy, if you...
- don’t want to feel some slight pain during use
- don’t want a toy that is small
- don’t want a toy that you will have to dispose of after approximately 50 uses
About The Tenga 3D Spiral
The Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve is a reusable manual stroker designed to last for approximately 50 uses. It comes with a stand and clear case, for the discerning sex toy owner. And I must admit – it looks sleek turned inside out (as intended by the manufacturer) sitting in its case.
Pros
- ✅easy to clean and dry
- ✅does not look like a sex toy in its case
- ✅lower price point
Cons
- ❌has a short(er) shelf life
- ❌becomes dry quickly during use
- ❌design can be somewhat painful
Table of contents (13)
Personal Experience
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My Tango with the Tenga
While not my first time using a sleeve, this is my first review for a masturbation sleeve. The masturbation sleeve is not my first go-to for a sex toy; however, after reading reviews for the Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve, I was intrigued enough to give it a whirl. Or a stroke. Or several. Upon receiving and unpackaging it, I was somewhat surprised by the size. My initial thoughts were, “That is small (short and narrow).” The sleeve is under six inches long, and the opening for insertion is narrower than my fingers, save my pinkies.The Tango Gets Aggressive (as it should)
The Tango dance is known for being sexual and aggressive, and the Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve follows suit. I had read in reviews that some users had experienced pain during use, and, not being one who enjoys pain coupled with sex, caused me to hesitate somewhat before agreeing to review the Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve. From the Tenga website, regarding the Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve: “…the detailed ribs of each step of the walls combine to provide two separate stimuli catering to those adherent to both hard and soft sensations.” I found those hard sensations at times to be slightly painful, especially when the inside would begin to dry up; something it had a tendency to do frequently. However, the pain was minimal; it wasn’t a severe pain – just enough to be slightly uncomfortable, but not overly so. I tend to shy away from pain – whether during sex, or otherwise, and the pain from the Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve didn’t send me packing, so most people shouldn’t be bothered by it. And otherwise, those spirals felt amazing as I stroked them up and down my penis.Every Dance Must End – Even the Best Tango
As I stated, I was surprised by how small the Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve was when I first unpackaged it. However, I quickly realized that its small size was not an issue, as it easily stretched to allow me inside. According to the Tenga website, it will stretch to accommodate a penis of up to 9.80” in length, and up to 3.15” in width. After some experimenting, I found that holding it in the middle and gently squeezing made for some amazing sensations. The Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve did become dry frequently, and would require more lube (water-based only). This would occur every 5-10 minutes, and more often it seemed to be the former more so than the latter. For the sake of transparency, when I am using a sex toy such as the Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve, it is a long session during which I watch porn and take my time, which is at least part of the reason for needing to reapply lube often. A session normally will last at least an hour; however, needing to reapply lube after 5-10 minutes (more often five) seems to be excessive, at least compared to some of the other masturbator strokers I’ve used. I needed to reapply lube to the Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve more often than any other masturbator I’ve used. At the end of my session, I sped up and orgasmed; however, my orgasm with the Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve was not as strong as with many other toys I’ve used. When reviewing a product, the strength of the orgasms it gives me goes a long way in the final overall score I give it, as well as whether I can achieve multiple orgasms with it within that one session. With the Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve, my orgasm wasn’t the toe-curling, mind-numbing ones that some toys have given me, nor was I able to have 2-3 back-to-back orgasms like I can with some toys.Design
![Tenga 3D Spiral Design](https://wp.bedbible.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Tenga-3D-Spiral-Masturbation-Sleeve-Design.jpg)
The design of the Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve is rather straightforward: an easily reversible stand-alone sleeve with no frills or gimmicks. It is small, but stretches to fit when necessary. The inner winding hexagonal plates the manufacturer touts both soft and hard; some are the former while others are the latter, and I felt both sensations while using the Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve. Overall, the design works; however, it does get somewhat painful at times – especially when it dries out during use, which it tends to do often, and more lube is needed.
Ease of Use
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The Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve is very straightforward and easy to use, and should present no issues for anyone with mobility issues, as it is small, light and only 2.75” wide.
Quality
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The Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve seems to be well made. It is quiet, and while this seems a no brainer for a hand-held masturbator, I have used manual masturbators that were noisy. It is easy to clean and dry, and comes with a case for storing – and displaying, if you are so inclined.
Price
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The Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve is right at that price where it is almost becoming too much for what you get, if only due to the fact that it is (by design) a disposable product. According to the manufacturer, it will last for approximately 50 uses, and will then be needed to be disposed of.
Performance
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The performance of Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve was about what I expected, which was neither great nor terrible. For a sleeve masturbator, it performed well, save the sometimes-painful interior design. Another issue I had while using the Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve was that it would go dry often and rather quickly, despite having sufficiently lubed it (and my penis) to begin with. After using it for a period of time, I found that it would become nearly dry – and painful as a result, and I would have to reapply lube. This would occur every 5-10 minutes during use., and more often it was at the five minute mark. The Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve required additional lube more often than any masturbator I've used.
Packaging
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The Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve doesn’t come in a box; but rather, rolled up in wrapping paper inside its clear plastic case. Therefore, there are no pictures or writing, or anything of that manner on the “packaging.”
Materials and care
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The Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve is made of TPE and is Phthalate-free. It is by far the easiest toy to clean – and equally important, to dry, that I own. Rinse and clean the outside, then simply turn the sleeve inside out, run under warm water, wash with toy cleaner or soap, rinse again, and dry with a towel. Once you’ve dried the outside as well, turn inside out and place on the stand and cover with case.
Special feature
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The inside of the sleeve of the Tenga 3D Spiral Masturbation Sleeve has winding hexagonal plates which are twisted to provide the perfect torque. Each rib provides soft and hard sensations, giving the user unique and multiple sensations during use.
Specifications and features
Length | 5.75 inches |
Width | 2.75 inches |
Insertable length | 9.80 inches |
Diameter (internal) | Stretches up to 3.15 inches |
Flexibility | Flexible |
Openings | 1 |
Texture | Spiral hexagonal plates |
Materials | TPE |
Waterproof | Yes |
Storage Bag Included | Yes, Case/Stand |
Colors Available | White |
Comparing Tenga 3D Spiral with alternatives
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Overall score | 3.9 / 5.0 | 5.0 / 5.0 | 4.4 / 5.0 | 4.7 / 5.0 | 5.0 / 5.0 | 3.8 / 5.0 |
Bedbible rating | 3.8 / 5.0 | 5.0 / 5.0 | 4.5 / 5.0 | 4.6 / 5.0 | 4.9 / 5.0 | 4.0 / 5.0 |
User rating | 4 / 5.0 from 56 users | 4.9 / 5.0 from 37 users | 4.3 / 5.0 from 12 users | 4.8 / 5.0 from 278 users | 5 / 5.0 from 6 users | 3.5 / 5.0 from 41 users |
Price | Affordable | Pricey | Moderate | Pricey | Pricey | Moderate |
Design | 70 / 100 | 80 / 100 | 90 / 100 | 90 / 100 | 90 / 100 | 85 / 100 |
Ease of use | 90 / 100 | 60 / 100 | 80 / 100 | 90 / 100 | 60 / 100 | 90 / 100 |
Quality | 80 / 100 | 100 / 100 | 85 / 100 | 50 / 100 | 95 / 100 | 80 / 100 |
Sound | - | - | 40 / 100 | - | - | 80 / 100 |
Power | - | - | 60 / 100 | - | - | 80 / 100 |
Buzzy/Rumbly | - | - | neither really buzzy nor rumbly | - | - | somewhat rumbly |
Length | 5.75 inches | Legs: 2.3 inches | 9.2 inches | 10 inches | - | 13 inches |
Width | 2.75 inches | Hips: 16.93 inches | 3.4 inches | - | - | 3.7 inches |
Insertable length | 9.80 inches | Vaginal: 6.8 inches, Anal: 6.1 inches | 5 inches | 8.25 inches | Vaginal: 7.09 inches ; Anal: 5.11 inches | - |
Diameter (internal) | Stretches up to 3.15 inches | - | 2 inches | 2.25 inches | - | 1.6 inches |
Flexibility | Flexible | - | - | - | - | - |
Openings | 1 | 2, Vaginal and Anal | - | - | Vaginal, Anal | - |
Texture | Spiral hexagonal plates | - | - | - | - | - |
Materials | TPE | TPE | Body: ABS Plastic, Sleeve: TPE | Hard plastic, soft plastic | Regular/ Ultra-soft Silicone | TPE, ABS+PC, Metals |
Waterproof | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Sleeve: Yes; Device: No |
Storage Bag Included | Yes, Case/Stand | Yes | - | Yes (can be locked) | No | No |
Colors Available | White | Ebony, Fair | Black | - | Fair and Tan | Dark Blue |
Weight | - | 41.5 lbs | 1.15 lbs | - | 65.92 lbs | - |
Height | - | Sitting: 12.20 inches | - | - | 33.46 inches | - |
Vibration patterns | - | - | 10 | - | - | - |
Battery Life | - | - | 80 minutes | - | - | 1.5 minutes |
Rechargeable | - | - | Yes | - | - | Yes |
Charging Time | - | - | 120 minutes | - | - | 2 minutes |
Quick-release valve | - | - | - | Yes | - | - |
Adjustable | - | - | - | Yes (manual & via hand pump) | Yes | - |
Allergies | - | - | - | Latex & phthalate-free | - | - |
Thrust Modes | - | - | - | - | - | 7 |
Remote Controls | - | - | - | - | - | App Controls |
Travel Lock | - | - | - | - | - | Yes |
Reviewed by:
James Exline