Review: b-Vibe Rimming Plug Petite

It was in 2017 that I first talked about how I just couldn’t get the idea of a rimming butt plug out of my head, and that has remained true until today. b-Vibe’s innovative first-of-its-kind rim job simulator was first released in 2016, acting as the launchpad for their now award-winning company, and was one of the products I featured in my Top New Sex Toys guide a year later. So even though I rarely review anal toys these days, with my last actually being on b-Vibe’s Snug Plug 2 in 2018, when COTR (the company that owns Le Wand and b-Vibe) recently reached out and asked if I’d like to review something from their collection, how could I not request the Rimming Plug Petite? Thankfully they were more than happy to oblige, and now here I am, finally reviewing what has remained the most exciting butt plug I’ve ever seen, even after seven years!

Product Description

The b-Vibe Rimming Plug is a vibrating butt plug with one special twist: it also features rotating beads in its neck to massage your sphincter and simulate a rim job, which is a form of oral sex performed on the anus. There are three sizes, the Petite, the 2, and the XL, and I went with the Petite to keep things simple. Although despite the name and the “ideal for anal beginners” message on b-Vibe’s website, this toy is surprisingly large, and not something I would suggest to those who are new to anal play. While it’s not quite my widest plug, at 3.5cm / 1.4″ in diameter it’s certainly something, and with a insertable length of 10cm / 3.9″ (and a total length of 12.4cm / 4.9″!) it is my longest, matching that of the Tantus Perfect Plug Plus. In addition, there’s another dimension to the Rimming Plug Petite that we don’t normally touch on, and that is the neck’s width at 2.2cm / 0.9″, since while these are usually fairly thin, this one needs to fit all of the toy’s electronics, which is why I assume the “Petite” is so big in general. Bulky yet tapered, the proportions of this product are unusual, with a thick base and long neck, so much so that the plug element looks small in comparison and reminds me more of an anal-safe dildo or vibrator. The b-Vibe logo is then inset into the silicone on one side of the base, and at the bottom of this you’ll find a single button and the toy’s magnetic charging prongs. Coming in three colours, black, purple, and blue (which is what I have), the Rimming Plug also arrives with a remote control that can work up to 30 feet away. Plus, it is USB rechargeable and covered fully in a smooth body-safe silicone. The only real immediate downside to this toy is that it is not waterproof, only splash proof, which in my opinion is absolutely not acceptable for a premium sex toy made in 2023. But luckily for the b-Vibe Rimming Plug Petite, it wasn’t made in 2023, which is the only excuse I’ll take.

Packaging

COTR are known for their exceptional packaging, and after my previous review of the Le Wand Hoop, I had high expectations going into my experience with the b-Vibe Rimming Plug Petite. I wasn’t let down either, with the box for the toy being high-quality and absolutely worthy of its premium price tag. While the Hoop took a more luxurious approach, appropriate for Le Wand’s branding, b-Vibe are all about colour and fun to make their products feel accessible, and that’s exactly the direction they’ve gone here too. The package highlights your chosen colour and shows off the toy with both pictures (including an actual size image on the front) and information about what it can do. Then, for a far more discreet and minimal option (although some details are still listed, such as the name of the product), which is ideal if you like to keep packaging for storage, you can simply slide this sleeve off to reveal the box underneath, which can be opened from the side magnetically. Inside this you’ll then find some brief instructions printed on the inner door, as well as the toy itself resting safely in plastic and the rest of its accessories underneath it. These are the Rimming Plug Petite’s USB charger and remote, alongside a branded storage pouch (this is nice, but previously the product came with a proper custom hardshell case, which it’s a shame I missed), a large user guide in many languages, a sticker of a unicorn with the phrase “Anal Is Magic”, and a small “Guide to Anal Play” booklet in English that also doubles as a product catalogue. In addition, the Rimming Plug Petite also comes with a one year warranty, and as it was sent to me directly by b-Vibe (who do not normally offer delivery to Australia), I won’t go into the shipping details.

Charging

Charging the b-Vibe Rimming Plug Petite is easy since it is USB rechargeable. Simply plug one end of the cord into a USB port, and then connect the magnets on the other end to the plates on the bottom of the toy. Plus, since these are quite stable, you shouldn’t have to worry about the magnets accidentally disconnecting or falling off. Charging should then take 2 hours, with a light on the toy flashing, and once complete the light will become solid, giving you around one hour of play time. Additionally, it’s also worth mentioning that not only is the Rimming Plug Petite’s cord longer than usual, but it features the brand logo, making it easy to identify.

There is then the matter of charging the remote. Looking at b-Vibe’s online product manual for the Rimming Plug Petite, the remote uses a CR2032 battery, which is the norm for sex toy remote controls and most small appliances. However, a sticker has been placed on both the back of my remote and on the English version of this page in my physical user manual, stating that “This remote control is a sealed unit. Do not attempt to open.” and directing users to email Calvista when the remote stops working for a replacement. Since Calvista is an Australian distribution company, I can assume this only applies to those in Australia, although I have no idea why this would be the case and I’ve never seen anything like it before. What I do know is that it’s a bit frustrating to need to go to the extra effort to completely replace something (even if it’s presumably for free) when I already have the replacement batteries for it, and also fairly wasteful. I have tried to get the remote open despite the warning, but it’s not budging, so this does seem to run deeper than just the sticker.

Controls

Whilst the b-Vibe Rimming Plug Petite does feature a single button on its base, this only has the ability to control the toy in the most basic way, so even if you have access to this, using the remote is still recommended. Regardless, to use it manually first turn the toy on by pressing the button, which will place the toy into standby mode and will also need to be done when using the remote in order to pair it. You can then continue clicking this button to cycle through nine modes, which includes three settings with just the beads, one setting with just the vibrations, and five settings with both (although only one of these features the vibrations without patterns). When done, just hold down the button for two seconds to turn the Rimming Plug Petite off. Additionally, the toy also features a travel lock, and this can be activated and deactivated by simply holding down the button for five seconds, with success being indicated by a flashing light.

As for the remote, this has five fairly self-explanatory controls, with the centre option working as the power button. Simply press this to turn it on, and if the toy is in standby mode then the two should pair without issue, which will activate both the rotations and vibrations at their lowest levels. You can then use the plus and minus buttons to increase or decrease the speed of these two motors, with both featuring six levels. Alternatively, you can press the other two buttons to control the motors independently, with the rotations featuring seven modes and the vibrations featuring six (and all of these modes also respond to the six speeds, meaning there are a lot of options). You can also, at any point, hold either of these two buttons down to turn off the associated motor, and then another press of this will turn it back on. Finally, to stop the toy and turn off the remote, you can hold down the power button on it, but you will need to make sure you do this on the toy as well, since it will be left in standby mode. Plus, like on the b-Vibe Rimming Plug Petite itself, you can also use a travel lock on the remote, and this can be activated and deactivated by simply holding down the plus and minus buttons for three seconds, with success being indicated by a flashing light. Overall, I am very happy with all of this, with the controls being extremely comprehensive and offering countless possibilities for use. I suppose the only downside is that with the toy being so reliant on the remote to access its full range of features, it makes it all the more important that Calvista come through on their promise to supply replacements (because what happens if shipping is slow or the toy is discontinued?).

First Impressions

I’ve never had a rim job, so the idea of a toy that could simulate the experience of one has always intrigued me. Turning on the b-Vibe Rimming Plug Petite for the first time, I was mesmerised by its spinning beads, which are quite visible to the eye through the silicone when they’re turned on. They’re fast, withstand a good amount of pressure, and only make a small amount of noise at their lowest level. The toy’s vibrations, which are powerful and rumbly, are the same, although as both motors increase in speed, so does the sound. In fact, at their highest levels, they are both (whether used together or separately) extremely loud, and this doesn’t change much during use. With this in mind, the Rimming Plug Petite certainly isn’t a toy you can use with discretion, at least not if you want to enjoy its motors at their full capacity.

My Experience

Despite b-Vibe’s claims of this being a beginner’s friendly plug, the Rimming Plug Petite is much too large for that, and even I require some warming up before use. For this, I use the Lovehoney Booty Buddy followed by the b-Vibe Snug Plug 2, as they provide a perfect ramp up in sizes before taking the Rimming Plug Petite. Thankfully, this is also helped by the fact that whilst the toy is quite long and may take some getting use to, it is also very tapered, and so insertion does go fairly smoothly. Once in, it is quite noticeable how much bulkier the product is over some of most of my other plugs, and this is most noticeable in the base, as it’s the first time for me that this element is not just a flat piece of silicone, but rather something that sticks out. This means that manoeuvring with the toy or sitting with it inserted is fairly uncomfortable, and so if you’re after something for long term wear I would recommend the Snug Plug instead. It does allow for easy use of the manual control, however, and because I tend to turn the toy on whilst it’s already inside me to conserve battery, I find this very helpful. Activating the rotations, I then quite enjoy the sensation, with it not feeling at all like regular vibrations. Instead, it’s like a pleasurable buzz that massages my sphincter for total relaxation. Adding the vibrations to this then takes it to another level, and I even quite like trying out the various patterns the two have to offer, with the remote being perfect for all this experimentation. Plus, whilst the rotations start to get lost after a little while, I find that having an orgasm with my Magic Wand Rechargeable helps bring them back even stronger, and that by having the b-Vibe Rimming Plug Petite running throughout, climax is way more powerful than usual.

Cleaning & Care

I said back in 2017 that the biggest downside to the b-Vibe Rimming Plug Petite was that it isn’t waterproof, and it’s a shame that despite this product going through some changes since then (such as the loss of the hardshell case) this hasn’t been fixed. Because it really is the toy’s biggest downside, and it has made testing it more than a little tricky. With butt plugs, my usual cleaning process would be to initially clean them by soaking in hot soapy water, and then after a few uses to boil them in water to sanitise and bake them in the oven to remove any smells. But with the Rimming Plug Petite, I can do none of that. Instead, I can only give it a quick wash under a running tape with plenty of soap, which can make removing any dried mess difficult (even though I clean it immediately after use). This also means it retains smells more than my other toys and isn’t sanitized, so now my review is done I plan to air it out with some baking soda and then wipe it down with a 10% bleach solution, in the hope this helps. In addition, this toy should also not be used with silicone-based lubricants, as it may negatively affect the material it is made of.

Final Thoughts

So, after seven years, was the b-Vibe Rimming Plug Petite everything I hoped it would be? I say yes, with its rotating beads eliciting a wonderfully satisfying feeling in my sphincter unlike anything I have ever experienced before, and I am so glad to have finally gotten to. Yet despite all this, I am still hesitant to recommend this toy, as with a price tag of $240 AUD / $160 USD at the time of writing, that’s one hella expensive feeling. Of course, for those who have the money and are looking to try something new in anal play, then by all means go for it. But do you need the Rimming Plug Petite in your toy box? Probably not. Especially when that luxury toy is not waterproof in a waterproof world, and you need to risk the chance that your remote will die and be useless, severely affecting use of the product, without a guaranteed replacement. Plus, whilst I did enjoy the sensation, it wasn’t the sort of feeling that I could orgasm from alone, and I couldn’t use it for extended wear either, which is something I always enjoy with butt plugs. Regardless, it was still a good time, and if b-Vibe does ever make the Rimming Plug waterproof, improve the remote, reduce the price and maybe even make a smaller size, you know I’ll be signing up once again.

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