Lelo Soraya Beads Anal Massager

The LELO Soraya Beads are vibrating anal beads with a feature most bead toys lack: Bow-Motion, which sends vibration travelling from one bead to the next instead of buzzing the whole toy at once. Four beads grow gradually in size along a flexible silicone arm, and a flared handle stays outside for control. This listing is the black version, a sleek choice for anyone who'd rather a toy looked understated on the nightstand.

Bow-Motion, explained

Ordinary vibrating beads have one motor that shakes everything equally. With Bow-Motion, LELO moves the vibration along the beads in sequence, so the sensation rolls through the toy like a wave. That rolling pattern is the reason to choose Soraya over a plain bead string: you feel movement and direction, not just buzz. LELO gives it eight settings in total, so you can switch between gentle travelling pulses and steadier patterns, all controlled from three buttons on the handle.

Shape and materials

The body is smooth silicone over an ABS core, with four beads that increase gradually from the tip to the base. The arm bends to follow your body's curve rather than staying rigid, which makes it more comfortable during movement and easier to angle for a partner. Overall the toy measures about 234 × 59 × 46 mm and weighs about 145 g. The flared base and handle stay outside the body, which is essential for any anal toy.

Using vibrating anal beads solo or with a partner

Coat the beads and yourself in plenty of water-based lube. Lying on your side or on your back with knees raised usually works well. Insert the small tip and pause; let your muscles relax before taking the next bead, then the next. You can switch on the vibration before insertion or once you're settled. Many people enjoy slowly drawing the beads out, one at a time, at the moment of orgasm. With a partner, hand over the controls: the handle is easy to hold, and the three buttons are simple enough to work without looking.

Power, waterproofing and noise

Soraya Beads are USB-rechargeable. LELO lists up to two hours of charging for up to two hours of use, and around 90 days on standby. The toy is rated IPX7, so it can go in the bath or shower, and LELO puts the noise level below 60 dB. Make sure it's fully dry before charging.

Care

Use water-based lube only, as silicone lube can damage the surface. Wash the beads with warm water and mild soap or a toy cleaner after each use, paying attention to the gaps between beads, then dry and store it in the satin pouch it comes with. Give the handle and buttons a wipe as well, since lube collects there during play, and keep it away from other silicone toys in the drawer.

Specifications

• Brand: LELO, Soraya Beads
• Material: silicone and ABS
• Design: four graduated beads on a flexible arm, flared handle
• Vibration: Bow-Motion, 8 settings, 3 buttons
• Power: USB rechargeable; up to 2 h charge, up to 2 h use, 90 days standby
• Waterproof: IPX7
• Noise: under 60 dB
• Size: about 234 × 59 × 46 mm; about 145 g
• In the box: toy, USB charging cable, satin pouch
• Colour: black. Also in Violet Dusk

Read our anal play guide, or browse more anal beads and the LELO collection.