Review: We-Vibe Nova 2

Recently I was asked for a rabbit vibrator recommendation from one of my readers whose old toy had just broke, and as I scrolled through almost five years worth of my own reviews to find something suitable, I realised with surprise that there wasn’t a single product I felt I could suggest. I’m not sure whether it’s because rabbit vibrators are so hit or miss and I just haven’t found something I enjoy enough yet, or that they perhaps just aren’t for me, but the bottom line is that I don’t have even one traditional rabbit vibrator that I personally enjoy enough to feel comfortable recommending it to someone else. Of all the rabbits I’ve tried, there have been plenty of alright products, such as The Rabbit Company Come Hither and Vibease Esthesia, but even my current favourite, the Rocks Off Regala, can’t even stimulate my pleasure points effectively. In fact, the best dual-stimulation toys I’ve tried aren’t even rabbits at all, but the Womanizer DUO and SenseMax SenseVibe Warm, two luxury toys that aren’t exactly what people are after when they ask for rabbit recommendations. Plus, the nature of rabbits means that even if I did find one I enjoy, chances are it wouldn’t work for you anyway. But, when I recently heard that We-Vibe were releasing a newer version of their legendary Nova rabbit, a flexible vibrator designed to work with a range of body types and the toy that Womanizer based the DUO’s amazing G-Spot arm on, I was all in.

The We-Vibe Nova 2 looks almost like a cross between a traditional rabbit vibrator and the more compact-style dual-stimulators that have come out in recent years, such as the SenseMax SenseVibe Warm. While the handle and G-Spot arm are what you’d expect from this sort of toy, it is the clitoral arm’s appearance that first makes you realise this is something special. Using a massive curve, the likes of which I’ve never seen on a toy before, We-Vibe have set the Nova 2 up for ultimate flexibility, in order to not only ensure that this toy works for a wide variety of people, but to also make sure that contact with the clit and G-Spot is maintained regardless of how you position or thrust with the toy, which in turn allows for blended orgasms. This is achieved in two ways, with the first being the immensely flexible external arm which moves with you during use, and the second being the adjustable internal arm which can be positioned prior to use. The entirety of the toy is then covered in a pink body-safe silicone, which I was actually quite surprised by as it is very squishy, and the controls and logo are imprinted into this at end of the ergonomic handle, whilst the magnetic charging plates are on the other side. Quite a sleek and stylish toy, the only downsides to it for me visually are the fairly obvious seams alongside multiple marks on the silicone that look like they have been caused by the mould (which at first I thought might be an error unique to my copy, but after speaking to other bloggers it seems this is a general issue). Other than this though the Nova 2 is flawless and has all of the features you’d expect from a high quality We-Vibe product, being USB rechargeable and waterproof in addition to its travel lock and compatibility with the brand’s We-Connect phone application. Finally, while the toy is technically anal-safe, it is not intended for this kind of use.

We-Vibe sent the Nova 2 directly to me for review, and as such I won’t go into the shipping details. As for the packaging this was exactly in line with the company’s usual fun and colourful branding, while still being entirely appropriate for the toy’s more luxury price tag. Featuring a picture of the product alongside information and drawings to demonstrate how it works, the top of the box may then be lifted once the safety seals are cut to reveal the toy inside. Under this you’ll then also find the toy’s charging cable, alongside a satin storage bag, quick-start guide (full instructions can be found here), and a sample packet of Pjur lubricant (however as this contains glycerin I wouldn’t recommend its use). Finally, the We-Vibe Nova 2 also comes with a two year warranty.

Charging the We-Vibe Nova 2 is easy as it is USB rechargeable. Simply plug one end into a USB port and the other end can then be connected to the magnetic plates on the toy, which thankfully have a great connection strength so you don’t need to worry about it falling off. When charging a light on the toy should flash and this will become solid once the battery is full. Charging should take 90 minutes, and this should then give you around two hours of play time.

Controlling the We-Vibe Nova 2 with the five buttons on it isn’t the most intuitive, but once you start using it you pick it up fairly quickly. Basically, the plus and minus buttons are what control the toy’s vibrations, whilst the arrow buttons are what control the pattern modes. To turn the toy on first press the plus button, which will place both motors on their lowest steady speed. You can then continue clicking the plus button to increase the vibrations, for which there are roughly 10 levels, or hold it down to quickly place the vibrations at their maximum level. At any point you can also press the minus button, which will decrease the vibration levels, and by holding this down you can turn the toy off. Then, to flick through the toy’s 10 pattern modes you can use the arrow buttons, allowing you to easily go back and forth between these. Finally, there is one last button with a twist symbol, and this allows you to toggle the toy’s dual motors, with one click activating just the clitoral motor, a second click activating just the G-Spot motor, and a final click activating both motors again. In addition to all of this there is also a travel lock function, and this can be activated or deactivated by holding down the plus and minus buttons for two seconds, with success being indicated by the toy vibrating twice.

In addition to controlling the toy with the buttons on it, you can also control it with the We-Connect app, which is particularly great for bluetooth or long distance partner play. I have quite a few toys that work with this app, and as such you can check out my full overview of it at my sex toy app review round-up.

We-Vibe are well known for their immensely powerful and rumbly vibrators, and the Nova 2 is no exception. Both arms feature fantastic vibes that are incredibly strong, and that easily stand up to some of my most powerful internal vibrators such as the L’amorouse Prism V. In fact, one thing that really stands out with this toy is that the vibrations are way more thuddy than I am use to, and give off an almost hammer-like feeling, particularly at lower levels, that I really enjoy. Plus, the noise level is surprisingly also very low, and even with both motors running at full speed I doubt anyone would be able to hear you behind a closed door, which is really something considering the power level!

As the insertable shaft of the Nova 2 is fairly thin, inserting it once some good lube has been applied is relatively easy, although if I do want to make things even smoother then warming up first with the Funkit Toys NoFrillDo R is always good. Once inside I find that the internal arm finds my G-Spot with ease, whilst the external arm rests perfectly, albeit somewhat strangely, on my clitoris. This is because, as with all other rabbit vibrators, I expected the tip of the external arm to be what made contact with my clit, but instead it’s actually the back of its curve that does so. As soon as I started thrusting with it though the reason for this became clear, as by having a broad and curved surface against your clit it can slide and move while maintaining contact, which is something no other rabbit vibrator I’ve ever tried has been able to achieve so successfully. Plus, unlike other clitoral arms that are either so flexible that no pressure is applied or so firm that their tip stabs into you, the Nova 2’s curve allows for it to apply maximum pressure broadly. Typically when I use rabbit vibrators a big part of it is finding a middle-ground between both pleasure points, which usually results in neither being fully stimulated, but that is not the case at all with the Nova 2. Instead of compromising between the two, both my G-Spot and clitoris receive full attention with this toy, regardless of how much I thrust or move it around. The result? Absolute unrestricted pleasure, the likes of which I have never experienced with a rabbit vibrator before. It is comparable only to the times I’ve used a very good clitoral toy, such as the We-Vibe Tango, combined with a very good G-Spot toy, such as the L’amorouse Prism V, yet not only is the Nova 2 a lot less effort to use than multiple toys (freeing up one hand for other activities), but it’s also a lot less expensive. Plus, by having both pleasure points being continually stimulated, it is perfect for achieving blended, and even multiple, orgasms.

In regards to the Nova 2’s adjustable G-Spot arm, I did struggle with this somewhat as it’s so stiff that it took me a very long time to work up the courage needed to actually move it, since I was so afraid of breaking it. Thankfully I got there in the end though and was able to try it out in a variety of different positions, but ultimately the default was my favourite anyway. Despite all of this though I absolutely love its inclusion, as it makes the toy way more accessible, and as scary as moving it the first time was I am glad it is so stiff, because otherwise it might move during use thus making G-Spot stimulation with the toy far less effective. It does seem to get looser the more you move it though, so once you find a position you like I’d recommend sticking with it!

Cleaning the We-Vibe Nova 2 is easy as it is waterproof. Just wipe it down with some warm soapy water, rinse, and leave to air dry. You can then return it to its storage bag to ensure it stays clean before the next use. Make sure to not use silicone-based lubricant with this product, as it may react badly to the silicone it is made of, but if you do then first perform a spot test.

If I am being honest, I had almost completely given up on rabbit vibrators. It felt like even if I did win the sex toy lottery and find one that actually suited my body perfectly, it probably wouldn’t fit anyone else, so what’s the point of even reviewing it? But it seems the sex toy gods at We-Vibe have heard humanity’s struggle, and in response they have blessed us with the answer to our cries: the Nova 2. Now, I’m not saying this toy will work for everyone, but I do believe it will work for a far wider range than any toy before it, and therefore usher in the dawn of a new age of dual-stimulation toys. Plus, it’s not just more versatile, but more pleasurable than any other rabbit vibrator as well, as by combining the curved clitoral arm that flexes and moves with your motions alongside powerful G-Spot vibrations, they have finally given us the ability to achieve non-stop pleasure. This then results in the most glorious blended orgasms I’ve ever experienced with a rabbit, and by far the easiest I’ve ever achieved in general. Truly every aspect of this toy is flawless, and even for a company who is known for their excellence this is still really something. Finally, considering all of this you’d probably expect this toy to be insanely expensive, but it is actually quite reasonably priced! So, all that’s really left to say at this point is that if you want a rabbit vibrator, then I wholeheartedly recommend the We-Vibe Nova 2.

You can get the We-Vibe Nova 2 for just $189.95 AUD at Lovehoney Australia or $149.99 USD at Lovehoney US, plus use my code HONEYX10 to get 10% OFF your total order!

I received this product in exchange for an honest and unbiased review. Affiliate links have been used in this post.