ZALO Queen Set – Test & Review

The Realities of Using the ZALO Queen Set

First Impressions

Trying It Out

Using The Sleeve

ZALO Remote App

Breaking Down the Design of the ZALO Queen Set

As with all of ZALO’s products, the Queen is of exceptional design, with a Cleopatra-inspired appearance that is both regal and elegant, words not often used to describe a vibrator. Coming in your choice of Jewel Green, Wine Red, or Twilight Purple, ridges are used to full effect around the Queen’s handle, whilst a gold snake-like band ending in a SWAROVSKI crystal further adds to the sense of luxury. Moving down, the slender shaft then curves slightly for enhanced G-Spot play, before ending in a flat tip featuring circular ridges and a hollow center, which is where the PulseWave occurs. When applied, the matching silicone sleeve only enhances the design, with its edges helping to emphasize the detailing on the handle.

A Closer Look at the ZALO Queen Set’s Ease of Use

ZALO provides two methods of controlling the Queen, the app (described above) and two buttons which are hidden on either side of the gold band. Pressing the button closest to the insertable end will place the toy into stand-by mode, which is needed when connecting the toy to the app or using the heating function, and you can cycle through the toy’s pulsations by continuing to press this. The other button will then activate the vibrations, with the two motors able to be used separately or together. Finally, to turn the toy off, just hold down the original button for three seconds. This all functions smoothly, so the biggest challenge is remembering which button does what (and where they are!).

Quality Assessment: A Closer Look at the ZALO Queen Set

The Queen Set features the same exceptional quality I’ve come to expect from ZALO, using high quality materials and advanced features. The only real flaws are the seams that run around the length of the silicone, however these are very faint and do not affect use. Additionally, the metal charging prongs on the back are quite sharp, and while these are too far up to be inserted, they can make holding the toy more difficult.

Is the price worth it?

Being a luxury product, there’s no denying that the ZALO Queen Set is on the pricier side of things. But for an award-winning vibrator from a high-end brand, it is about standard, and that’s before you even begin to consider all of the Queen’s additional features, such as its suction sleeve, app-compatibility and heating function. Purchasing the Queen without its silicone attachment does significantly reduce the price, which may be good if you have no interest in the suction sensation this element provides, but I think it’s worth the extra cost.

Performance of the ZALO Queen Set

A full charge of the Queen will give you up to two hours of use, which is excellent. It then performs well without any issues, and despite its dual motors it is actually surprisingly quiet. Even when combined, the two vibration styles only give off a small amount of noise (which gets even quieter when fully inserted), and so while someone in the same room as you could certainly hear it, you should be alright behind closed doors.

Packaging of the ZALO Queen Set

ZALO’s packaging is some of the best there is, and the Queen Set is no different. Taking inspiration from Cleopatra, matte black card helps to emphasize the detailed artwork and writing printed glossy gold ink, whilst clear plastic allows the toy to be seen in all its glory prior to opening. Inside, you’ll then find all accessories stored together in a smaller box, and included is a luxury storage bag, charging cable, detailed instruction manual, warranty card (which feels like a credit card and offers a 1 year warranty alongside a 10 year commitment), two sample packets of ZALO’s water-based lubricant, and the silicone sleeve. Finally, the toy and sleeve both feature safety seals, so you know they haven't been tampered with.

Exploring the Materials and Care of the ZALO Queen Set

The ZALO Queen is made up of a high-quality silicone, which is both body-safe and non-porous, and then coated in ZALO’s Softek to ensure the surface feels silky smooth. Detailing near the handle of the toy is then comprised of ABS plastic, whilst metal charging prongs rest on the back. Completely firm, the only elements of this toy with any give are the top of the handle and center of the PulseWave plate. In terms of care, the lack of waterproofing on the Queen presents one of its biggest challenges, and so I’d recommend just carefully wiping it down after use. The silicone sleeve, however, may be fully submerged if required. In addition, make sure to not use any silicone-based lubricant with this toy, as it may affect the silicone it is made with.

Special feature

The ZALO Queen Set’s special feature has to be its self-heating technology. Controlled by an additional hidden button at the top of the toy’s handle where the ZALO logo is, this can be turned on whenever the Queen is in stand-by mode. A LED indicator under the button will begin to flash slowly during heating, and the temperature will rise quickly until it reaches a maximum of 107° Fahrenheit / 42° Celsius, with a press of any button canceling it. While it’s the middle of summer where I am, making this a little too hot for comfort, I think it’ll be a wonderful addition to the product in winter.