Hot Octopuss Pulse Solo Lux Review 2024: The Guybrator!

Hot Octopuss Pulse Solo Lux with the wrist-strap remoteIn 2010, my wife was always on business trips, so I started looking around for solo masturbation toys. Since then, I’ve experimented with plenty of male sex toys, from cock rings to Fleshlights and blowjob simulators. However, I am always looking for new shiny objects, and Hot Octopuss Pulse Solo Lux recently caught my eye. But is it any good? Let’s discuss this and more in this article!

Key Takeaways
4.5 out of 5 stars

Of all the sex toys I’ve experimented with, Pulse Solo Lux is up there with the best. The power, hands-free functionality, and quality design make this masturbator worth the high price tag. It’s taken top place in my bedside drawer, and I can’t see it losing the spot anytime soon. Highly recommended!

Who Should Try It? If mind-blowing orgasms are up your alley, buy this product! People with erectile dysfunction will also love it, as you can use it while flaccid.

Who Can Skip It? Pulse Solo Lux focuses on the penis tip only. So if you want a stroker that encapsulates your entire penis, you should try something like Kiiroo Keon or Autoblow AI+ instead.

You Can Buy It on the official Hot Octopuss website for $149.95.

What Is Hot Octopuss Pulse Solo Lux?

Pulse Solo Lux is a male masturbator from the British company Hot Octopuss. It uses the company’s trademarked PulsePlate Technology, an oscillating sensation that is different from other masturbators that just vibrate.

Pulse Solo Lux

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About The Company

Hot Octupuss is a sex toy company founded with the goal of bringing mind-blowing pleasure to its customers. Two best friends were tired of the lack of creativity and imagination in the adult toy industry, so they took it upon themselves to reinvent it. And so, Hot Octupuss was born, and since then, they have helped thousands of people worldwide find sexual pleasure they thought wasn’t possible.

The company designs all its toys to work with your body and provide ultimate pleasure. They are developed, tested, and trialed on real people, and some solid science backs their designs and technology.

What’s remarkable is that Hot Octupuss is inclusive; whether you’re gay, cis, trans, bisexual, have restricted or limited mobility, or are aged, they have a product for you.

Have you heard of Guybrators? Hot Octupuss brought these into the world, and there is something for everyone (because everyone is different). I’m seriously impressed with the range available, from Guybrators designed for solo play to toys designed for couples.

First Impressions & Features

Packaging

My Solo Lux arrived in discreet packaging, which is always a bonus when you have nosy neighbors like mine. Unfortunately, after removing the outer packaging, my box was quite damaged, as if it had been through a warzone on the way to my place.

The content of the box

Luckily, the product inside was safe and sound. Still, I wonder why Hot Octopuss doesn’t upgrade its packaging – it would protect the product and better represent the high quality they are known for.

Included in the box was the Pulse Solo Lux, a silk pouch to keep the toy in after use, a wristband and remote, and an instruction booklet with in-depth information on how to use the toy.

Included in the box:

  • The main Pulse Solo Lux Guybrator
  • The wrist strap remote control
  • A silk pouch
  • A USB charging cable
  • User manual and instructions

Design

I was seriously impressed with the sleek, black design of the Solo Lux. It’s a great-looking device, and it feels super soft in your hand, thanks to the matte-finish silicone. In addition, the central unit looks like a spaceship with silicone wings that wraps around the shaft of the penis. Nice design!

The biggest drawcard was that this toy is hands-free, using the watch-like remote to control speed and vibration settings. I mean, what’s better than a toy where you get to sit back and enjoy the ride? Plus, having the remote connected to my wrist means that the remote won’t get lost between the bedsheets.

Honestly, I get put off by the overly complicated features in some of the other penis milking machines on the market. Apps, QR codes, and online accounts are all significant technological advancements, and well done to those pushing the boundaries of masturbation tech. Still, for me – a powerful toy with simple functions wins me over every time.

The game-changer is that it can be used on a flaccid or erect penis, giving you endless opportunities to put it to the test. It’s also an excellent toy for anyone experiencing problems with erections or who might need a little extra help to get things going.

Hot Octopuss Pulse Solo Lux with the wrist-strap remote

The Solo Lux is a toy that requires no time or tech know-how. It’s simple and intuitive. Most of the best-selling women’s vibrators have that same keep-it-simple approach, and I think the male-based toys should be taking notes on why that is the case.

The Pulse Solo Lux features 9-speed oscillation and 5 vibration settings with an adjustable frequency you can control on the watch or the central unit. Turning it on in my hand, I felt the power straight away.

The silk pouch is a charming touch. It shows Hot Octupuss had thought about aftercare and storage, demonstrating why the brand is becoming a market leader.

PulsePlate Technology

Hot Octupuss’s trademarked PulsePlate Technology is powerful! The team has worked out a way to have some seriously cock numbing oscillations happening under the hood. The technology has been so successful that the company has started incorporating it in their female toys, which is excellent news if you own a vulva.

The wrist-strap remote

Hands-Free Pleasure

Hot Octupuss are innovative, and the Pulse Solo Lux is a true testament to that. You don’t need to stroke yourself with hands-free technology. Instead, an exceptional hands-free orgasm is possible by sitting back and letting the vibrations work their magic. Although you can use it as a stroker, the real magic comes (ahem) from allowing the PulsePlate to hit your cock in all the right places.

The wrist-strap remote with the control panel detached

Always Ready

What’s cool about this product is you can use the device without an erection. Because you can use it on flaccid or erect penises, the Lux’s vibrations will hit all the right spots from the word go. It makes the perfect toy for someone experiencing problems with erections (ED) or for seniors.

The device charging

It Comes With Technology & Power

With the press of a button, this toy can go from a premium Guybrator to something with power, and I mean absolute power. You can access 4,450rpm of turbo power. I found it quite intense, but it’s good to know you will never be disappointed with an underpowered toy.

The travel pouch

The magnetic connector is a quality touch. It’s simple to use and will unclip easily if the power cable gets pulled or tripped on, potentially saving the toy from damage. The charging port is also protected with a rubber cover.

Waterproof

Shower sex is hot, and it’s also pretty convenient, especially when you have the in-laws staying in the next bedroom like me for the past 2 weeks (yes, two weeks!). The Solo Lux is totally waterproof, so you can indulge in self-pleasuring in the bath or shower…maybe in the pool (depends on who’s home, of course!).

Warning: The little remote control is NOT waterproof, so keep this in mind when diving into waterplay.

Specifications

  • Material: non-porous Silicone, ABS plastic
  • Color: Smoke
  • Weight: 0.5lbs
  • Size: 4.6 x 2.6 x 2.8 inches
  • Functionality: 9 Speed Oscillator, 5 vibration modes
  • Motor: 3.6V Precisions Microdrives
  • Battery: Rechargeable Li-ion 3.6V 420mAh
  • Noise Level: Less than 55dB
  • Battery Life: 1 hour
  • Charging: magnetic USB cable
  • Charging Time: 3 hours
  • Waterproof: Yes, completely waterproof (Not the remote)

How To Use Hot Octopuss Pulse Solo Lux?

Using Solo Lux is very easy:

  1. You can choose to use the toy with an erect or flaccid penis.
  2. Apply water-based lubricant and insert your cock into the wings.
  3. A two-second press on the main power button will turn the toy on
  4. Further clicks will scroll through the many modes.
  5. The opposite side has plus and minus buttons and the crown button to select turbo speed.

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My Personal Experience

After doing a lot of research, I couldn’t wait to unbox the toy and try it. For the sake of this website, I managed to practice enough self-control to film the unboxing and take some photos before testing it out. Just opening the packaging was getting me in the mood, so as soon as I did my work, I put the Solo Lux to use.

Thankfully the toy came fully charged, so I didn’t have to wait. It’s so anti-climatic when you unbox a new toy and can’t use it immediately, so thank you, Hot Octopuss, for thinking of the impatient ones among us.

Build Quality

The soft-touch body-safe silicone felt really nice in my hands and even better downstairs. Hitting the power button, I was instantly impressed with the power and sensations this little device can produce.

Settings

Operating the Solo Lux was a breeze. I appreciate it when a company uses standardized functions on its buttons instead of reinventing the wheel. A two-second press on the main power button will bring the toy to life, and further short clicks will send you through the various modes. The other side of the toy has plus and minus buttons for power control and the crown button to take you to turbo speed.

Remote Control

The remote control wristwatch is a nice touch and has a beautiful look and feel. I ended up holding the band rather than attaching it to my wrist. The remote slips out of the wristband easily, similar to an Apple Watch.

Sound Level

In my personal opinion, the Solo Lux was on the noisy side. Still, it is a low-pitched hum that isn’t as piercing as other toys in my collection. And hey, the incredible power has to come from somewhere, right?

Ease Of Use

The Solo Lux is designed first and foremost as a Guybrator, not a stroker. It means you nestle the Lux around your cock and allow the vibrations to do their thing. Hot Octopuss does explain that you can use the Lux as a stroker, but make sure to add some water-based lube to the equation first.

For my first try, I decided I would resist using the Lux as a stroker so I could test the toy’s primary functions as a hands-free masturbator.

Initially, it was a little strange to allow the toy to do all the work without the stroking motion I’m used to. Still, the vibrations were something new, and I enjoyed that. The high-powered pulse feeling got me hard in an instant.

Stimulations

I knew this toy was powerful, but it actually blew my mind. Some of the settings were, in fact, too much for me, mainly because I hit the Turbo button without building up the intensity first. The vibration settings were fun to explore too.

After settling into a more friendly medium vibration setting, I started to understand the benefits of the Pulse Plate Technology. The oscillations flow right through your cock, and before long, I could feel the edging sensation getting stronger and bringing me closer to cumming. I did everything I could not to grab my cock and start stroking, and before long, I was shooting cum into the air hands-free – something I had not experienced since high school.

If you want to see what Pulse Solo Lux looks like and how to use it, please watch our unboxing and demonstration video below:

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Review Summary

Stimulation4.6 out of 5 stars
Features4.4 out of 5 stars
Cleanup4.8 out of 5 stars
Price4.2 out of 5 stars
Overall Rating4.5 out of 5 stars

Of all the sex toys I’ve experimented with, the Pulse Solo Lux from Hot Octopuss is up there with the best. The power, hands-free functionality, and quality design make this toy worth the price.

If hair-raising orgasms are up to your alley, then buy this toy! It’s taken top place in my bedside drawer, and I can’t see it losing that spot anytime soon.

Pros

  • Hands-free
  • Small and compact
  • Powerful, PulsePlate technology
  • Intense vibrations
  • Easy to clean and storage
  • Waterproof
  • Magnetic power adaptor

Cons

  • A little noisy
  • The watch band is a little gimmicky
  • Poor packaging

But if that’s the worst of it, honestly, this toy is up there with the greats.

Who Is It For?

If you haven’t tried the Guybrator-style masturbators before, I recommend investing in something from the Pulse range. It is a new sensation that will spice up the way you masturbate. I imagine it would be a good trainer, too, especially for people who practice the “death grip” too often in their alone time.

In addition, you can use this penis vibrator with or without an erection, which is a great feature. People with erectile dysfunction would love this toy, as the feeling is fantastic even without being hard.

Who Is It Not For?

Pulse Solo Lux focuses only on the penis tip, i.e., the frenulum area. So if you’re looking for a stroker that encapsulates your entire penis, you should try Kiiroo Keon. You can control it using a smartphone app. And it also lets you enjoy interactive VR content. You can read my complete review here. Or you can find other auto stroker toys here.

The Lux caters more to solo play, so for couples, you can check out Pulse Duo or Pulse Duo Lux. You can read more about them below.

Update: Hot Octopuss released a new model called Pulse Solo Interactive that syncs with VR porn.

Where Can I Buy Pulse Solo Lux?

You can buy Pule Solo Lux at the official store.

Cleaning and Storage

Being 100% waterproof, cleaning the Pulse Solo Lux is super easy.

A quick rinse under warm water, dry with a clean, lint-free cloth, and it’s ready to go again. Take note, the remote is NOT waterproof, so don’t go dunking that underwater, or you’ll be very sorry you did. The remote pops out of the wristband, and you can wipe it down with a damp cloth. The wristband, being silicone, can be washed in water.

Finally, once everything is clean, pop the toy and the remote control wrist strap into the silk pouch for clean, safe storage. It keeps everything dust-free until next time.

Comparing It With Other Hot Octopuss Toys

Differentiating between the Hot Octopuss range can be challenging, with similar names for their male toys. Their lineup includes; Atom Plus Lux, Pulse Duo Lux, Pulse Duo, Pulse Solo Lux, Pulse Solo Essential, Pocket Pulse, and Atom Plus.

  • From what I can gather, Solo Lux has a few notable upgrades from Solo Essential. The main differences are a wrist remote control, a magnetic charging adaptor, and a more powerful motor (3950rpm vs. 4450rpm). The Lux also included a Turbo mode feature, allowing you to instantly hit the maximum power.
  • The company designed Pulse Duo for couples’ play. What does that mean? Well, the outside casing also vibrates, so if you wear it during sex, you stimulate your partner’s clitoris. The motor is similar to Solo Essential (3950rpm) and has a remote control but not a wrist version like Solo Lux.
  • Pulse Duo Lux has the same couple functionality as Pulse Duo but has more power (4450rpm, and two wrist-strap remotes. It also has the same turbo feature as Solo Lux.
  • Finally, we have Pocket Pulse. It doesn’t have the fancy PulsePlate technology like the other Pulse models, but it comes with vibrations. You can use it as a stroker, and it’s great for guys looking for something smaller and discreet.

Thanks for reading my Pulse Solo Lux review.

Tim

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