There’s a new app-controlled male masturbator on the block: the LELO F1S V3. It’s not here to poorly replicate a hand job, a blow job, or any other sexy occupation. Rather, it’s taking technology to the next level with LELO’s groundbreaking app. With the V3, you can let AI take the wheel for a customized experience based on feedback it receives from your body. Further, it comes in two sizes, so you can choose the one that most aligns with your anatomy.
Join me as I find out whether it is worth the high price tag in my review.
Think you can’t climax solely from vibration? Think again. The V3 has convinced my partner that penis vibrator toys are an excellent, easy way to get off. Before, vibrating toys took him a while to enjoy, but this one took him from zero to sixty quicker than he could say, “Thanks, artificial intelligence!”
The new and improved F1S V3 is a must-purchase for anyone who wants to try the latest feature: letting AI control your pleasure. It’s excellent for those who want a larger size than the first, crave luxury features, but still want a smaller, discreet experience. The Liquid Silicone and the ease of insertion are other differentiating factors of the upgrade. You can skip this upgrade if you have the original, don’t care about trying AI, and are happy with the original size.
Who Is This For? If money isn’t an issue and you want the most customizable masturbation experience, this is the device for you. This is the best vibrating penis masturbator that my partner has ever tried. So, if you love penis vibration, you’ll be happy. It’s an excellent combination of small yet powerful, and it’s fairly discreet.
Who Is This Not For? If you have erectile dysfunction or unpredictability, this won’t be the best sex toy since you must be fully erect to start playing. A better choice for anyone who wants to start with a soft penis is the Lovense Gush. This toy doesn’t provide a stroking sensation. For that, you’d be better off with the AutoBlow VacuGlide. Also, long-distance couples will find the app disappointing since there isn’t a way to turn the control over to their partner. If you have a very large penis, you may find that the extra large size is still too small to be satisfying.
You Can Buy It on the official Lelo website for $249.
Table Of Contents
What Is LELO F1S V3?
The LELO F1S V3 is described as an AI-driven male masturbator—an exciting twist on the ol’ penis thermos (this looks exactly like a thermos to me). Rather than straightforward vibration or stroking, it uses sonic waves on all sides to remove the need for thrusting. It has two motors, a suction motor and a vibration motor, that combine to produce an utterly unique sensation. You can use the app to try out the AI interactive mode, which has a performance sensor that issues real-time encrypted info based on the movement. When the AI receives the information, it syncs the intensity and motion, creating a masturbatory experience that is truly one-of-a-kind.
First Impressions and Features
Unboxing
LELO offers my favorite unboxing experience. The package is a gorgeous, sturdy black box that is so pretty that it is hard to part with, which is a good thing in this case since it doesn’t come with a storage bag. You may want to keep it in the box and wash it before each use, or you may want to invest in a makeup bag for easier storage. It comes with two packs of lube, a brief instruction manual, and a USB recharging cable.
Features
The device has cutting-edge features, including:
- Eight settings to choose from, plus AI interactive mode
- Two sizes to choose from: standard and extra large
- Two motors (one for suction and one for vibration) that you can operate independently
- An app for extra customizability
- Sensonic Technology for distinctive sensation using deeply resonating sonic pulses
- Cruise Control to ensure that the motor doesn’t dip when you press it firmly against you
Specifications
The specifications at a glance:
- Material: Body-safe silicone, aluminum alloy, LEXAN 141 R
- Size:
- Standard: 5.67” x 2.83”, 4.30” insertable, girth 1.7-2.36”
- XL: 6.00” x 2.83”, 4.70” insertable, girth 1.7-2.5”
- Color: Blue for the standard, red for the XL
- Mechanism: Penis vibration
- Weight: 0.7 lbs
How Do I Use the LELO F1S V3?
Charge the toy and then wash it. Grab some water-based lube and lube up your erection. You need to be erect before using this toy, so consider listening to some erotica, reading some of the erotica included in the LELO app, or using whatever ethical porn is your fave.
Next, decide whether to use the three-button interface or the app to control the toy. In either case, turn the sex toy on by pressing the middle button and holding it for three seconds. If you’re using the buttons, you can press the middle button to cycle through patterns. The minus button will decrease the intensity, and the plus button will increase it. When finished, turn the toy off by pressing the middle button for three seconds. Then, wash the toy before storing it.
If you decide to use the app, you must download the LELO app onto your phone and pair the toy with it. The app walks you through this straightforward process. You’ll see the pleasure console where you can increase the speed or intensity or let AI choose your path.
It also has an automatic shutoff after twenty minutes to save your battery in case of automatic turn-on. So, if you take a while to masturbate, don’t be alarmed if the toy turns off in the middle.
Note: For our male masturbator newbies, don’t worry- we have an extensive guide on how to use a stroker for you.
My Personal Experience
My partner had a great time testing out both sizes of the LELO F1S V3. We were surprised by how little difference there was between the standard size and the extra large—just under 0.5” insertable length more—but with a noticeably larger circumference. Between the two sizes, very large-sized penises will probably still have trouble fitting. And since the insertable length never tops 5”, large penises will only feel sensations on the end of the penis.
However, my partner loved both sizes and found the extra large more comfortable. Since the design allowed airflow, there wasn’t an air bubble at the tip, which occurs occasionally with airtight toys. Instead, the device fit snugly around his penis, and the sensations were intense.
Packaging
The F1S V3 was comparable to other LELO toys, meaning it was luxurious and giftable. The one thing I noticed was that it was missing a storage bag, which was a bummer. However, it makes a gorgeous gift and comes with everything else you need to begin, including lube, an instruction manual, and a charging cable.
Design
I am in love with the design. There’s something sexy about it. It has gorgeous black paneling on the sides with a stripe of color, but there’s also a peek-a-boo window that lets you see a little bit of the mechanics happening during masturbation. It feels like a peep show, and I am into it.
My partner found the design to be sleek. However, when he held the toy with lube on his penis and hand, it was slippery and would spin a bit. You’ll have to get used to it to master the motion. He tried to use it hands-free, but with lube, the F1S V3 would slowly inch its way off his penis. You’ll need to use a hand to keep it in the right spot.
The top of the toy is where you’ll find the 3-button control panel (image above). When in use, the middle button is easy to locate, but the plus and minus buttons are less straightforward to find by feel. You’ll have to memorize where they are unless you’re jerking off in broad daylight.
Further, since this looks like a thermos, it’s discreet enough to leave on your nightstand. The manual recommends storing it with the buttons down, so you won’t see the word “LELO,” but visitors would see the ribbed sleeve, which might be a tip-off.
Another note about the design is that the sleeve is rather tight at the entry—in both sizes. It feels nice once you’re in position, but it would be difficult or impossible to use without an erection. The toy requires that you’re hard before getting started, so this wouldn’t be a good choice for people with erectile unpredictability.
Material
The LELO F1S V3 used a material I’d never heard of before: LEXAN 141 R. So I wanted to research it and find out what I could about it as a sex toy material. LEXAN 141 is a polycarbonate, and it does have BPA, something to consider if you’re avoiding that type of substance. But it’s exceptionally sturdy, stain- and heat-resistant, and FDA-approved as food-safe.
The inner material is super soft—the extra plush silicone—which my partner adored. The outside is sturdy and elegant. The only downside to the material is that it’s quite slippery once you have lube on your hands. Keep one hand completely dry so that it doesn’t end up slipping out of position.
The material is ribbed on the inside, which adds to the experience, though not as much as if it were a stroker. However, it feels good as you enter it. Liquid silicone gives this an extra luxe feel for a realistic sensation.
Stimulations
The motors have the power to spare. They start rumbly, but you can adjust them on the app if you like faster, buzzier sensations. There is an extensive range, which will appeal to people who like vibrations of all kinds. It took a moment for my partner to adjust to the fact that this wasn’t a penis vibrator meant for thrusting. You put it on, and it stays in the same position (as long as you hold it—if you don’t, it will eventually slide off). If you absolutely need to thrust or feel stroking to climax, this toy may prove disappointing. However, my partner does typically prefer to thrust, and this toy helped him climax. It was a welcome change to his typical self-pleasure routine.
Though one of the motors is a suction vibrator, the stimulations didn’t feel like suction to my partner—just straightforward vibration. However, the vibrations were more than enough to get him off easily, especially when using the app to contour it to his preferences.
The Cruise Control was a welcome addition to this gadget. The two motors are powerful, and though there is no stroking involved, you will likely feel the urge to press the toy tightly against you as you near climax. Some motors stall out when you do this, but Cruise Control keeps the power consistent even when you push against it toward the end.
Sound Level
This automatic masturbator is relatively loud. When I tested the sound level, it ranged from 49 to 66 decibels. Most of the penis masturbators we’ve tested have been noisy, so this isn’t a huge change from other devices. If you want to keep your playtime a secret, turn on some music and lock your bedroom door. Consider placing a pillow on top of the F1S V3 to muffle the sound further, and you should be good.
Build Quality and Dimensions
The build quality is excellent. You will be tempted to leave this gorgeous device on your nightstand to show it off to visitors. It’s sturdy, and you can tell just by touching it that it was built to last.
The insertable length is somewhat short, even on the extra-large size. And there was so much resistance that my partner found it challenging to get it completely onto his penis, but that didn’t stop him from having mind-blowing orgasm after mind-blowing orgasm. (I put them next to two coffee mugs above so you get an idea of their sizes).
Ease of Use
Using the F1S V3 is quite easy with the 3-button interface—it cycles through patterns and allows you to adjust the sensation’s intensities. However, if you only stick to those controls, you miss a lot of the functionality and pleasure that the app brings.
The app was trickier to use than the buttons yet far more rewarding. Even after pairing the toy, it is not completely obvious how to use the app to its fullest functionality. When you purchase this, plan on using it several times before you get the hang of it.
App
My partner and I were super impressed with LELO’s app (screenshots below). Since the F1S V3 is advertised as a pleasure console, we were curious about the app’s user experience. It looks like you’re driving a race car, which is a fun feature. You can control the motors separately with the app, which is crucial for creating a customizable experience.
You can also let AI take control, which my partner was a massive fan of. The website says AI uses data in real-time to curate a one-of-a-kind experience, which was certainly unique. However, when my partner tried the AI setting, it didn’t change throughout the experience—it was just one speed and intensity, and it didn’t get stronger or faster at any point. It would have been more enjoyable if they had a dynamic AI experience because as is it feels like just another static setting.
The app also does not allow you to let your partner control the toy remotely. So, while it works great as a remote control vibrator, it won’t work for long-distance couples.
Versatility
The sex toy has one function: penis vibration. Yet, thanks to the app settings, my partner, who doesn’t typically get off from vibration alone, fell in love with it.
It’s also a bit less versatile since the design means that you’ll need to start with an erection. People who have trouble getting erections won’t get any use out of this.
Since I’m weird, I tested how well the vibrations traveled throughout the toy, meaning I used it to masturbate, too. The vibrations were strong enough for me to find it pleasurable, and if I put the entry end of the toy around my clit, it was more than enough sensation for me to get off. It won’t work for anyone who needs pinpoint stimulation at all, though, since nothing was touching my clit directly, only around it.
On the other hand, this toy comes in multiple sizes, which will cater to a larger audience of people with penises.
Warranty and Support
LELO offers a one-year worldwide manufacturing warranty that covers faulty workmanship or materials, but not wear and tear. If something happens to your F1S V3 during the warranty period, they will replace it for no cost during the first year of ownership.
You can only get a refund if you return the toy unopened within 14 days of receiving it. Be confident this is the device for you before purchasing!
Minor Issues I Found During Testing
Though this was one of my partner’s favorite penis masturbators ever, he thought there was a little room for improvement. The F1S V3 can’t be used hands-free or with a flaccid penis—you have to be hard, and you have to hold the device in the right spot.
Review Summary
Overall, this is one of the most well-appointed automatic male masturbators that my partner has ever tried. The experience was one-of-a-kind, making climaxing from vibration easier than any other vibration-only device.
Pros
- Sleek aesthetic with body-safe materials
- Two sizes to choose from, making it comfortable for people with larger penises
- The app uses AI functionality, which is revolutionary
- The design eliminates air pockets, ensuring a glove-like fit
- Customizable experience, thanks to the ability to control the motors independently
Cons
- Somewhat loud and not incredibly easy to clean
- Entrance point is tight, so it won’t be great for people who have difficulty getting fully hard before using the F1S V3
- The $249 price tag will considerably narrow down who can afford this toy
Alternatives to the LELO F1S V3
LELO F1S V2
The LELO V2 is missing some of the newer upgrades that the V3 has, but both masturbators have the Sensonic and Cruise Control technology and dual motor design. You can connect both to the app, but the second version won’t have the AI-powered settings. It also doesn’t come in two sizes, and the earlier version shares most dimensions with the standard size of the V3. However, you can choose between matte black, gunmetal red, or midnight blue on the V2, an option you don’t have with the V3.
You can check out the full specs of the former version in this Lelo F1s V2 review.
Grab the earlier version for $200, or on sale for even less.
AutoBlow VacuGlide
The AutoBlow VacuGlide is my partner’s favorite sex toy ever, thanks to the stroking sensation. While the other toys on this list provide vibration, the VacuGlide is the only one that feels like you’re being stroked. Which toy you buy will come down to how much space you have, whether you need something discreet, and how much you’re willing to spend. The AutoBlow VacuGlide is one of the larger toys we own, and we own some pretty substantial sex toys.
If you don’t have space for a backpack-sized device if you have roommates or family members you don’t want to hear you, or if you don’t have $800+ to spend on a stroker, you’ll be better off with the LELO F1S V3. If you have space and spend money, the VacuGlide provides an incredible experience that is incomparable to any other device on this list.
To have a more detailed understanding, we recommend reading the full review of Autoblow Vacuglide.
Lovense Gush
The Lovense Gush is a vibrating, hands-free stroker. It’s the least powerful device on this list, but it’s also more affordable and much quieter than most. Since you can use it hands-free, it’s great for people with grip difficulties. Due to the design, this stroker would be easier for people with erectile unpredictability to use, as you can start with a flaccid penis. The Gush stimulates the frenulum rather than the whole penis, so if you want more sensation, you’ll be better off splurging on the LELO F1S V3. However, it’s discreet, quiet, and truly hands-free.
You can find the Lovense Gush for a retail price of $200, but often on sale for $100. Feel free to use the discount code from our Lovense Gush review.
Lovense Calor
The Lovense Calor is a heated pocket pussy, but it’s quite similar in design, size, and function to the LELO F1S V3. One side of the Calor is flexible, so that you can squeeze it, and it will fit tightly around your erection. However, the LELO sex toy still offers a tighter fit on all sides with more intense vibrations. The Calor has a heating element, adding a pleasant extra dimension of sensation. However, the Lovense app beats the LELO app easily, and the Calor will be a better buy for couples in long-distance relationships who want remote control from any location.
The Lovense Calor can be yours for $140.
JimmyJane Arvos
JimmyJane Arvos is another masturbator that uses vibration to help you climax. One side of the Arvos is flexible, so you can use your grip to clinch around your penis. The Arvos has a heating element, adding to the real sensation. However, the shape of it occasionally felt pinchy on my partner’s penis, and there aren’t additional sizes to choose from. The LELO F1S is quite a bit tighter so you feel the vibrations more intensely, but it’s also softer and more comfortable. It’s easily more customizable and has an app that allows you to get creative, which the Arvos does not have. However, the Arvos is a steal and quite affordable, perfect for first-time toy buyers.
Grab a JimmyJane Arvos for around $80.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What Is the Best Lube for LELO F1S V3?
Since the LELO toy has some silicone components, you should keep this masturbator far away from silicone lube. Use water-based lube instead.
Water-based lubricant will protect the body-safe silicone exterior, ensuring that it stays impervious to bacteria and that you can sterilize it for years to come. Silicone lubricant doesn’t play well with silicone toys since it can leave your toy porous and prone to storing bacteria. Water-based is best, but it can also lose its slipperiness more quickly, so plan on reapplying, especially if you have been masturbating for a long time.
How Do I Clean LELO F1S V3?
Cleaning is somewhat more complicated than other comparable sex toys. Since the inner silicone sleeve is connected, you must put warm, soapy water into the sleeve and slosh it around, scrubbing with your fingers or a toothbrush. Then, rinse thoroughly and dry with a lint-proof cloth.
You can’t quite see where you’re cleaning or if there are any spots that you’ve missed, so you will have to be extra careful to ensure you get every spot.
How to Charge LELO F1S V3?
The F1S V3 comes with a USB recharging cord. Lift the flap at the bottom of the three-button control panel, and then stick in the cord. It flashes brightly while charging, the lights moving around the circle like a Ferris wheel. It’s distracting, so you might want to charge it in a different room than you sleep in. Once it’s fully charged, the lights stay solid.
The user manual says that the toys will take up to two hours to charge and then last up to two hours. When I tested them, they lasted different amounts of time on a full charge. The red XL one lasted about three hours and thirty minutes, dying well before the blue standard version, which lasted a full four hours. They both took an hour and forty-five minutes to recharge. When testing the battery, I noticed that the device shuts off every twenty minutes automatically to help prevent draining the battery in the case of an accidental turn-on.
Is the Packaging Discreet?
Yes, everything LELO sends is discreet. However, when I received the package, I had to sign for it. Though the package was a plain cardboard box with no indication of what was inside, I had to be home to collect the package, which may pose an obstacle to some folks.
Angela
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