Best Anal Toys: Soraya Beads vs. Lolli Vs. Ridge | Review

Anal masturbation is becoming increasingly popular; everyone is talking about it. However, in the overwhelming vastness of information on the Internet, shopping for your first, or even your next, anal sex toy can be overwhelming. There are many sizes, and each anal toy suits different preferences and wishes. To help you pick the best one for you, we’ve tested three of the best vibrating anal toys according to customers – the LELO Soraya Beads, the Satisfyer Lolli, and the Lovense Ridge.

To objectively decide what makes the best anal toy, we compared the following criteria: quality of materials, user experience, product technology, ergonomic design, battery life, stimulation, ease of use, and of course, price point.

Soraya Beads Review

Quality of Materials: 10/10

This isn’t the first LELO product we’ve tested, which is why it came as no surprise that the material was amazing to the touch. Soraya Beads are made with ABS plastic with a smooth body-safe silicone finish that feels nice when wet (something to always consider).

Soraya Beads also have a nice weight to them (about 5 oz. according to their website), which makes it solid to hold. Some cheaper anal toys can feel light and not as “impactful” upon use.

User Experience: 9/10

Compared to the other anal toys, we really enjoyed the length and girth of the beads and how easy it was to hold for penetrative movements. The design of Soraya Beads is thoughtful to both male and female anatomy.

Technology and Innovation: 8/10

The selling point for this product is its simultaneously vibrating beads, which is more novel than Lolli but less novel than Ridge. You can feel the vibrations in every bead, but the real magic is how it’s incorporated into the shape of the product. Soraya Beads also have cascading vibrations that move from bead to bead so it feels like thrusting without actual thrusting.

Design and Ergonomics: 10/10

We really loved the ergonomic design of Soraya Beads – the curved string of beads, increasing size of the beads, and even the spacing between beads were comfortable and exciting. Another fantastic part of the design is the handle itself (which is the same handle as the Soraya rabbit vibrator) that is easy to hold because of both girthy shape and weight. 

Battery Life: 8/10

Soraya Beads take 2 hours for a full charge with up to 2 hours of usage time. It also contains a 90-day stand by time, which means it will hold any amount of battery for three months.

Stimulation Type: 10/10

If anal stimulation is what after, anal stimulation is what you’ll get here. The vibrating beads resonate deeply in the bum and the vibration patterns offer something for everyone, whether that’s a constant buzz or intensifying waves. The quality vibrations coupled with the beads that grow in size feel amazing as they move in and out of the body.

Ease of Use and Maintenance: 10/10

Simply put – the easiest toy to control with one hand. While the more plug designs with small bases might work well for certain sex positions, the handle on Soraya beads is so easy to navigate and preferred for masturbation. It also has an internally-sealed battery so you don’t have to worry about fully submerging it in water during cleaning.

Price Point: 6/10

$229 is expensive, there’s no doubt, but if you’re looking for a toy that will last you forever and delivers when it comes to anal stimulation, Soraya Beads are it. It’s also often discounted on LELO’s website so you probably won’t be paying full price.

Overall Anal Sex Toy Score: 8.9/10

A very solid anal sex toy from all aspects, especially the ergonomic design of the toy. The price is justified by the quality that’s sure to last year for years and can be used for other types of stimulation if you get creative. 

Satisfyer Lolli Review

Quality of Materials: 7/10

Lolli is made from medical-grade silicone and has more of a plastic-y feel when compared to the smooth finish of Soraya Beads. Nothing wrong with it, but nothing special about it either. 

User Experience: 5/10

Lolli was a bit underwhelming for two main reasons that are mainly due to design – the handle (or lack thereof) and lackluster vibrations. It is a cheaper toy, so our expectations were lower, but we’d consider this more of a butt plug than an anal sex toy that’s meant for movement. 

Technology and Innovation: 5/10

Lolli’s 2 motos are located in the base and tip of the toy. Essentially, they just make the entire device vibrate which is standard but nothing mind-blowing. 

Design and Ergonomics: 6/10

This toy is much smaller when compared to the others we reviewed. While I’m sure this was designed with beginners in mind, coupled with the underwhelming vibration means it’s not impactful from a pleasure perspective. Otherwise, the wide base ensures no accidents. 

Battery Life: 7/10

Lolli takes 1.5 hours for a full charge and contains a magnetic charger. I personally prefer plug-in chargers for peace of mind that they won’t get knocked off as easily, but the Lolli one worked just fine. 

Stimulation Type: 5/10

As stated above, Lolli is more of a vibrating butt plug that stays put because it doesn’t have much of a base to hold onto. Especially with the use of lube (a must for anal play of any type), the base coupled with the plastic finish makes it harder to control. If you’re interested in a vibrating plug more than an anal toy that can be moved, Lolli works just fine.

Ease of Use and Maintenance: 7/10

Aside from not being able to handle the toy as expected, it was extremely easy to clean because of the more plastic finish. 

Price Point: 9/10

Lolli retails for about $45 (depending on the retail platform). While it may not be top-tier quality, it is an affordable vibrating anal plug. 

Overall Anal Sex Toy Score: 7.3/10

Straightforward and easy to use, but on the cheaper side when it comes to quality. Maybe a good “beginner beginner’s” toy (like someone who just started masturbating), but otherwise the toy is small and not as stimulating as the others in this category.

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Lovense Ridge Review

Quality of Materials: 8/10

Whereas Lolli was a plastic-like finish and Soraya was a smooth rubbery finish, Ridge is more of a matte silicone finish. 

User Experience: 6/10

The toy itself is a beautiful size and shape for beginners or anal pros, but the variety of features on Ridge are a little distracting. What we thought was the most intriguing part of the toy, the snaking tip, ended up being our least favorite part that stimulated parts of the anus that weren’t very arousing.  

Technology and Innovation: 10/10

What sets the Lovense Ridge apart from the other anal toys is its “snaking” movement. The tip of the toy whips in a circular motion. We’ll give it maximum points for innovation, but it turned out to be a personal con of this toy.

 Ridge can also be paired with music or sound activated, which are fun bells and whistles but not practical during real intimacy.

Design and Ergonomics: 7/10

The fully flexible base is a great feature of Ridge that allows you to hold the toy at a variety of angles. It would be even better if there was a proper handle at the base of the toy. The shapes of the beads are natural and a good size.

Battery Life: 9/10

A full charge takes a little over an hour and lasts for almost 2.5 hours of usage. 

Stimulation Type: 6/10

Docking due to personal preference (dislike actually) of the rotating tip. Very cool in theory, not a fan in practice. Would probably enjoy the toy off, as just a non-vibrating string of anal beads, more than the fancy tech features that distract from anal exploration.

Ease of Use and Maintenance: 8/10

Wished there was more of a handle to get use out of the easy-to-maneuver flexible base, but overall the toy was straightforward and appropriate in design.

Price Point: 5/10

The most expensive of all the anal toys tested, Ridge retails for $239 but is usually on some sort of sale.

Overall Anal Sex Toy Score: 8.4

A lot of effort was put into the features of the toy which took away from its user experience. Loved the shape and flexible base, could have done without the rotating tip and app-connectivity. 

Conclusion: What Is the Best Anal Toy for Beginners?

 With the highest averaged score across all categories, Soraya Beads is our favorite anal sex toy for beginners. Under the assumption that those toying with the idea of anal play have probably already mastered clitoral/vaginal or penis stimulation, Soraya Beads are a proper girth and weight that can be felt as though they were natural penetration with a partner. 

If you’re brand new to masturbation in general and are curious about the bum, Lolli could be a good option because of its small size. And if you’re looking for a more novel toy with lots of bells and whistles, Ridge’s rotating tip is something different. 

We hope this anal toys comparison gives you a little more insight into what toy might be for you, but whatever toy you choose, make sure to look for quality body-safe materials so you can enjoy worry-free pleasure exploration.