This Heated Vibrator Somehow Made Masturbating Even Hotter

You know those parties that women used to throw in their living rooms? The ones where they would get together to sell beauty products, hair-care lines, and trendy handbags? Well, about ten years ago, I attended one. Except it wasn't to buy or sell Avon products, as much as it was about empowering women to own their pleasure, and with that, new sex toys. Of course, I touched them all, pushing buttons and feeling how sleek they were. But out of them all, one stood out to me most: a heated vibrator.

The only problem? It was $350. At the time, I was freshly 20, broke, and had never owned a "big girl sex toy," as I liked to call it. There was no way I could afford such a hefty price tag for a toy that was (probably) not that good of quality anyway. Back then, I wasn't a sex and relationships writer, so I wouldn't have known the difference even if I could have afforded it. Even so, I thought about that toy for years and never found anything quite like it.

That is, until now, when I discovered that Bloomi — a Latina-owned pleasure brand — came out with their newest launch: none other than a heated vibrator, the Bloomi Glow Warming Massager ($64). I felt like my 20-something dreams of a heated toy had finally been answered, even if it was a decade late.

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$64 at Bloomi

Time hasn't taken the desire away, so obviously, I had to try it out immediately. Here's my honest take on it, below.

You might be wondering: How have you worked as a sex writer for so long and never come across a heated vibrator? Well, the answer is, I have. They just weren't very good. So what actually makes for a good heated vibe then?

Did Bloomi's Glow Warming Massager meet my high expectations for a heated vibrator? Luckily, and to my surprise, it did all of that and more.

When I first unboxed the toy, I was most intrigued to see how warm (or hot) it got. With two separate buttons on the teal-colored toy — one for vibrator control and the other for heat — I turned on the heat first. I felt it get slowly warm in my hands, enough to notice it, but not enough to feel too intense. This vibrator gets up to 116°F but it never felt too hot to handle. Then, I turned the vibration on and noticed that the heat got a little more revved up and noticeable with the buzzing going on. To the touch of my fingers, however, it still felt like a gentle heat that easily translated to a comfortable and sexy solo session.

Personally, I really enjoyed the heat aspect. It gave me flashbacks to ten years prior, when I sat in a living room with other giggling college girls and held the former heated vibrator in my hands and thought, "I bet that would feel real." To that end, the heat does provide a feeling of "life," rather than using a hard and cold toy to get off.

I also liked how easy it was to use, too. Although I've tried many complicated or pro-level sex toys, sometimes it's just nice to have something that is sweet and simple. The Glow Warming Massager felt like that. Plus, as someone with a fairly sensitive vulva and clit, I quickly found that I didn't have to worry about being too overstimulated by the toy's vibration. It has five settings to choose from, and I found that the rhythms of the heat and vibration setting together made for an easy, flowing orgasm that left me feeling satisfied.

What I liked, too, was the price point. There was no way I could afford a $350 sex toy as a broke college student, nor would I even pay that for a toy now, in my 30s. At $64, the Glow Warming Massager comes at a much more reasonable price, and it feels like a much more accessible toy for folks of all ages.

If you think you might want to try out the Glow Warming Massager for yourself, I'd first ask a few questions: Are you interested in temperature play? If so, this could be a fun option for you. Are you mostly into insertable toys? If so, this might not be your vibe, as it's made for clitoral stimulation. Lastly, are you looking for a toy that is accessible for beginners and experts just the same? Then, this could be the right option for you, too.

Overall, before buying any sex toy, it's always best to gauge your sexual desires and interests — if that all fits in line with the Glow Warming Massager, try it out for yourself!

This vibrator is perfect for those who need a little extra relaxation at the end of the day but don't want anything too intense. Think: beginner-friendly, with a warm twist.

It's perfect for anyone who loves to play with temperature or just doesn't like how other vibrators can feel cold to the touch. I also think it is a great play option for folks who travel often, because it's easy to pack and is relatively small. Plus, I think that no matter who you are, if you're a vulva-haver who's into self-care rituals that feel luxurious, this vibrator has that bougie feeling to it.

Right now, you can get your hands on the Glow Warming Massager exclusively on the Bloomi website.

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Hayley Folk (she/her) is a freelance writer, editor, and podcast host based in New York City. She is the host of the "Naked Folk" podcast — a sexual wellness and relationships podcast — and she writes for major publications about the LGBTQ+ community, travel, lifestyle, sex, and wellness. In 2022, she received her Master of Fine Arts in creative writing from The New School.