Lovense Tenera: In-Depth Review of Clitoral Sucking

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Lovense has finally answered the call and made their very own clit-sucking toy! On the surface, it promises some pretty intense pleasure, but the big question is: does Lovense Tenera stand out in what’s become an oversaturated market, or is it just another clitoral stimulator? In this review, we’ll explore every aspect of the toy – from its price and packaging to the app controls and hands-on testing. By the end, you’ll have a clearer picture of whether the Tenera is the new must-have addition to your collection.

What is Lovense Tenera 2? A Quick View

Lovense Tenera 2 is an app-controlled, clit sucking sex toy. If you’ve heard about or played with the Womanizer or the Satisfyer versions, you’ll already know what this toy is about. For those who are unfamiliar with these knee-buckling buddies, instead of having straight-up vibrations that stimulate the clitoris, the toy’s “mouth” sits against the clit and the back-and-forth motions create a vacuum-like suction. And as most sexually active clit owners know, this particular sensation is a-ma-zing!

For those who prefer visuals:

Tenera Basic Features:

Note: This isn’t part of my personal reactions to the toy, more of a general overview of “what is it” vs “what I think”. This way, you have a better picture of what’s going on by the time you get to the actual testing.

Build Quality & Design

Tenera is made entirely of body-safe silicone with a curved structure that is both an ergonomic body and a handle. The standard plus and minus buttons switch the toy on or off and toggle through its intensity and pattern settings.

When holding Tenera upright, it might feel slightly awkward to press these buttons, but it’s important to remember that during actual use, the toy will be tilted downwards, making the buttons more accessible.

Unlike other clit sucking toys that come with detachable end caps, Tenera’s tip is part of the casing. This isn’t a throwaway design detail. It’s meant to make sure the toy is waterproof, super easy to clean, and creates a suction that’s tight enough to keep the vibes going without any air slipping through.

Lovense also decided to shake things up with the color scheme, ditching their usual bright pinks and blacks for a soft gradient of baby pink to light blue, giving it a fresh, unique look.

Size/Measurements

Tenera is around the height of a Coke can sitting at 110mm tall. The curves measure 17x38mm at the base and 44×38 at the head. The suction oval is 11×15 mm and tapers into a concave hold with an “internal” opening of about 4×4 mm. Keep in mind the opening doesn’t go into the mechanical parts, just into the waterproof compartment.

Vibrations, Patterns, & Intensity

When it comes to steady vibration levels, Lovense has steered away from their standard 3 levels, 4 patterns, and 10 open slots that are the manufacturer’s settings. Why? Most women say they prefer steady vibes overall, so Tenera has 5 intensity levels, 4 patterns, and 10 open slots in total. This is a simple but excellent tweak. It’s also not only suction.

For anyone interested the levels are called low, medium, high, intense, and extreme. The patterns are called pulse, wave, fireworks, and earthquake. These aren’t locked into the toy. Users can go through the Lovense Remote app to reprogram any of these levels.

As for vibration control, it’s intertwined with suction. In other brands, you might be able to control the suction and vibration separately but Lovense has kept things simple yet powerful.

Noise Levels

Noise levels are really only important if you’re dealing with sex toys that are designed for public play. Tanera however is only meant for the bedroom. It’s not hands-free and not wearable – but that’s expected. However, discretion in privacy is still important if you are living with other people or have paper-thin walls. Even at its highest level, this clit sucker is very quiet.

Charging & Battery Life

Tenera’s charging is simple with a magnetic clip and USB port. It takes around 60 minutes to get a full charge and from that, you’ll get 1.5 to 2 hours of continuous use (depending on how strong you keep the vibrations at).

Cleaning & Care

Each clitoral suction toy has its own quirks when it comes to cleaning. With some, you have to remove the cap, with others you can’t get any water on them at all. Tenera is 100% waterproof and self-cleaning, which is a new function for a Lovense toy. All you have to do is wipe the toy down with mild soap and water or sex toy cleaner and then submerge it underwater and let it run for around a minute et voilà, you’re good to go.

Price Insights

Tenera sits reasonably at the mid to high-level range, but you can get it cheaper depending on holiday sales. Compared to the rest of the market, it’s slightly cheaper than the Womanizer and more than the Satisfyer.

Testing Tenera 2 – Personal Review

I had used a budget-level clit masturbator in the past and I found it quite enjoyable – this was, of course, during a time when I couldn’t afford something like the Womanizer and hadn’t even heard about the Satisfyer. Still, the cheap little guy got me through some pretty decent orgasms. But when I had the chance to test a high-end clitoral suction sex toy, you bet I nearly broke my keyboard when typing in my shipping address.

That being said I’m a huge fan of clit action. Internal stimulation is fine in solo play but I generally prefer it with a partner and internal sex toys don’t do it for me as much as external ones.

I had already tested Lovense Ambi, Hyphy, Ferri, and Exomoon (which are all clit targeted options) so Tenera would be going up against some pretty stiff competition, pun intended.

Unboxing: The First Impressions

I always do a thorough inspection of packaging because, at some point in our lives, we’re going to get a disgruntled delivery person who would rather kick the package to the door instead of placing it down gently. The toy arrived at my door with no issues and the plane brown box didn’t scream that a sex toy was inside. The inner packaging aligned with the rest of the Lovense products – pink, blur, and purple brand colors with lots of white space that gives it a chic, modern look. There weren’t any denser bruises on the inside packaging either.

Unboxing is always a joy for me, it’s kind of like Christmas. The inside was what I expected: Tenera, a user manual, a black satin bag, a magnetic charger, and a protective toy casing.

Pre-Play Prep: Cleaning & Charging

I make a point of giving my sex toys a thorough cleaning before play because you never know what happens from the factory floor to your door. Thankfully it was easy since it’s waterproof and I didn’t have to worry about moisture going into the hole. The self-cleaning feature is also nice for someone like me who’s paranoid about bacteria and germs.

Testing Round One: The Outskirts

Once things were squeaky clean I went to the bedroom and got straight to testing – obviously. I was so impatient I didn’t even ceremoniously charge up the toy in case it wasn’t at 100%.

As mentioned, I’ve played with clit sex toys before and I know the deal. You NEVER go for the clit first unless you want to fall off your bed. So I turned the toy on low and used my fingers to test the intensity.

I could feel the difference in vibrations as I cycled through the first five study levels. The suction was a little harder to differentiate but this thing is meant to go on something much more sensitive than the tip of my finger, so I slowly started playing with other erogenous zones to get me going.

Round Two: Mother-efin Nipple Orgasms!

Right off the bat, I can say that anyone (like me) who is lucky enough to be able to have nipple orgasms, is in for a treat. Tenera latched right on and even the gentlest setting made me shiver. After that, it was nipple orgasms galore! it was a surprise because Hyphy’s sensations were too strong for me and Ambi’s didn’t quite get me there. So I guess suction/vibrations is my Goldilocks zone.

Round Three: Down to Brass Tacks

When I had my fill, I moved on to the star of the show. I kept Tenera on the outskirts of my labia while playing around with the intensity levels and patterns.

As someone who’s not a fan of sex toy patterns in general, I did enjoy the “pulses” on this part of my body. So that’s a surprising plus.

When it was time to move to the clit I prepared myself because I knew what was coming … me. Although I still didn’t know how strong the vibrations and suction would be.

Tenera is advertised as “4500 air pulses a minute” but I didn’t even get close to that because it wasn’t long after the head of the toy touched my erogenous zone that I had a knee-buckling orgasm. And this was just on the second level! I even had to pull the toy away a little bit, mid-orgasm, so the neighbors wouldn’t hear me scream.

Trying Out Tenera’s Other Features

• I did some playing around in the bathtub because my shower is quite small and I would probably fall down in it if I had an orgasm. Mixing with the heat of the water in a different sensual environment was lovely and I had the same orgasmic results.
• I was finally able to use the multi-toy connection option. I have Lovense Gemini – the vibrating nipple clamps. Using these two toys together is like fireworks ending with an exquisite nuclear bomb.
• The last round was micro-testing with the various Remote App features.
  • My go-to is usually the erotic audiobooks and Tenera’s syncing with the steamy bits was blissful.
  • The sync-to-music option created interesting patterns, but songs with a deeper bass are better because you can really feel the difference in vibrations.
  • The ambient sound was a bit too weak for me so I gave up fast.
  • The gaming aspect felt clumsy because this isn’t a hands-free toy. Although if I really wanted to gamify my orgasms I could always hold the toy between my thighs and let the suction land where it wants and things would still be fun.

Long-Distance Connectivity Check

I don’t have a partner for long-distance testing but I did some quick tests around my house with Tenera on my bedside table and me in different rooms using Bluetooth or the long-distance app connection.

Bluetooth is obviously spotty for anyone who doesn’t have a great connection or decent connectivity within a multi-level house. However, I don’t think anyone’s going to be using the Bluetooth function over its limit so I don’t think connectivity will be a deal breaker.

Minor Critiques: Room for Improvement

Usually, I try to find some flaw in whatever sex toy I’m testing – because there is always something to improve on. But there really wasn’t much I could find other than possibly upgrading the program and vibrator to control the suction and study intensities separately. I have no idea how many people out there would like this kind of dual control. It’s just a thought.

Final Verdict: Tenera Triumphs

Needless to say, I was thoroughly impressed with  Tenera and give it a well-deserved 5/5.

I quickly forgot the cheap clit sucker that was at the bottom of my bedside table… RIP, you served me well old friend but I’m trading you in for a newer mode.

Blissful Blast-Off: Elevate Your Climax

This isn’t just any toy – it’s your ticket to an exhilarating journey of sensual exploration. Whether alone or with a partner, Tenera unleashes a whirlwind of euphoria at your command. Say goodbye to the mundane orgasms!

I’m Ready for O-MG Moments!

Maximizing Tenera: Using the Lovense App

Lovense Remote App Features

• Long-Distance Control: Control the intensity of the toy, anywhere in the world.
• Audiobook Sync: Add an extra layer of enjoyment to erotic stories as vibrations match the audiobook’s narrative.
• Music Connection: Tenera will dance to the rhythm of your favorite songs for a uniquely musical pleasure session.
• Interactive Gaming Sync: Dive into a new dimension of gaming where your toy vibrates in sync with in-game actions.
• App Games: Try free, in-app games (like speed typing erotic poetry) where the sensations sync with the action.
• Communication Tools: Use chat, video, and voice features to maintain a deep connection and share intimate moments from afar.
• Multi-Toy Management: Control multiple toys at once, amplifying the pleasure for everyone involved and for multiple erogenous zones.
• Adult VR & Video Sync: Vibrations link with VR content or adult films for a deeply immersive experience.
• Motion Sync: Experience dynamic vibrations that respond to your phone’s movements.
• Music Video Vibes: Vibes follow along with music videos for a visually and sensually rhythmic experience.
• Ambient Sound Reaction: Let your toy react to the sounds around you, from the softest whispers to the loudest beats.
• Alarm and Reminder: Utilize your toy as a pleasant alarm or reminder, turning mundane moments into delightful ones.
• Pattern Replay: Relive your favorite patterns or sessions with saved settings for a repeat of those perfect pleasure moments.

How to Connect Tenera 2 to the App

1. Download the Lovense Remote App from the App Store (for iOS) or Google Play Store (for Android).
2. Open the app and create an account or log in if you already have one.
3. Press and hold Tenera’s ON/OFF button to turn on the toy. A light will flash to indicate it’s on and ready to pair.
4. Turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone.
5. Click the  icon.
6. Tap “+” to begin searching. After the toy is found, tap “Done“. The light will stay on to indicate it’s connected. Your toy can now be controlled with your smartphone.
7. This icon  shows the signal of the connection. It will switch to this one  if it disconnects. If paired, it will automatically reconnect.

How to Reprogram Tenera 2’s Buttons & Levels

To reprogram the buttons and levels of your Tenera, follow these steps:

1. Once you’ve successfully paired your Tenera with your phone, navigate to the Tenera panel in the “My Toys” section of the app.
2. Tap the “Program” button to access the programming options.
3. Select “Adjust Levels” to modify the first three steady power levels according to your preference.
4. Choose “Create New Pattern” to add a preset pattern to your Tenera.

Tenera 2 Specifications

Compatible with:

• iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch iOS 14.2 and later
• Android 5.0 and later (with Bluetooth 4.0 enabled)
• Mac (with Bluetooth 4.0 enabled)
• Windows PC (needs a Lovense USB Bluetooth Adapter to connect)

Unboxing Tenera 2 & Shipping TidBits

Tenera’s packaging catches the eye with its sleek and simple design, blending the brand’s signature colors with plenty of white space for a modern touch. Inside, the toy sits snugly in a custom-made plastic holder, a departure from the usual foam inserts. This not only keeps the toy safe during shipping but also gives a nod to durability and style.

What’s Inside:

• 1x Lovense Tenera, snugly nestled in its protective mold
• 1x USB charging cable for powering up the device
• 1x instruction manual with useful details and tips
• 1x satin storage pouch for hygiene and discreetness

Discreet Shipping:

All Lovense products are shipped in a discreet brown box. The shipping label also has the company’s name instead of the brand. Both of these make sure that customers can protect their privacy or gifting surprises. Even your credit card statement will show up with “Hytto” rather than Lovense.

Tenera vs. Other Lovense Toys

Not sure if Tenera is the best Lovense option for you? Here are two other comparable clit-targeted toys.

Lovene Tenera is perfect for those craving intense clitoral stimulation. With its customizable suction settings and powerful vibrations, Tenera is best for individuals seeking heightened pleasure and unforgettable orgasms.

Lovense Ambi offers a unique blend of pinpoint stimulation and broad vibrations. Its compact size and ergonomic shape make it ideal for precise clit stimulation, while its dual-ended design allows for a variety of sensations. Best those who prefer versatility in their pleasure.

Lovense Hyphy is best for those seeking versatile pleasure with its dual-ended design targeting the clitoris, G-Spot, and nipples. With three silicone attachments providing unique sensations, Hyphy offers endless exploration for solo or couples play.

Tenera vs. Other Clit Suction Toys

If you want to understand Tenera in relation to other similar options from other brands, this table will help!

Pros & Cons

Who Will Love Lovense Tenera Vs. Who Might Pass

Who’s it for:

• Individuals who desire intense orgasms and heightened pleasure.
• Anyone seeking innovative clitoral stimulation.
• Couples looking to explore new sensations together.
• Long-distance partners interested in remote intimacy.
• Those who enjoy discreet pleasure devices.
• Anyone who values customizable stimulation modes.
• People who appreciate body-safe materials for intimate products.
• Beginners in the world of sex toys looking for user-friendly options.
• Those who enjoy solo play and want to enhance their experience.
• Users who want to incorporate technology into their intimate lives.

Who’s it’s not for:

• Those who have sensitivity to strong suction sensations.
• People who prefer larger or more anatomically specific toys.
• Anyone with limited access to smartphone technology.
• Users who are not comfortable with remote-controlled devices.

Final Thoughts & Verdict

It’s about time the company put out a clitoral section sex toy! And, in fine fashion, they’ve stuck to their “power first” promise with not just the motor/vibrator device but adding five levels of intensity instead of the standard three. Combined with all the goodies in the Remote App, Lovense Tenera is a strong addition to the Lovense sex toy family and one of my top three toys.

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