In this Lelo Ora 3 review, we look at this unique sex toy that simulates oral sex through the motion of a tongue on the clitoris. The vibrator looks a bit weird, but as Lelo puts it, this is “the world’s most sophisticated oral sex simulator on the market”.
While clit vibrators are present everywhere on the market, the Ora 3 isn’t simply a clitoris stimulator. Instead, it tries to mimic the motion of a tongue on the clitoris to deliver pleasure.
As such, there’s something of a disembodied tongue moving inside this toy, which is why I find it a bit weird. Yet, that “tongue” does make nice circles and delivers pleasure on demand! Of course, it’s not just the tongue involved in the action here.
Lelo Ora 3 includes vibrations, which becomes a potent combination when combined with the clit stimulation movement.
Lelo Ora 3 Review – Pros And Cons
Pros
- Excellent “tongue” simulation for oral sex
- Good combination of vibrations and mechanical movement
- Made from body safe materials
- Waterproof
- Easy and convenient to hold and use
Cons
- Noisy
- Low battery life for playtime
- The stimulation can feel insufficient
- Expensive
Getting Acquainted With Lelo Ora 3 – Features And Other Aspects
Looking At The Box Contents
First impressions matter and I think Lelo understands that pretty well. Their toy packaging is perhaps the best in the industry, including other premium adult toy makers. The box is matte black, with embossed letters at the front declaring that it contains the Lelo Ora 3 “oral pleasure simulator”.
Much of the front of the box is clear plastic, that shows the toy inside, nestled within the protective packaging. The toy is available in three colors, which are deep rose, aqua, and midnight blue.
Inside the box, you’ll find the following contents:
- Lelo Ora 3 oral pleasure simulator
- USB charging cable
- Warranty certificate
- Product manual
- A satin storage bag with drawstring
- And a small sachet containing Lelo’s water-based lubricant
Style And Design Elements For Lelo Ora 3
Lelo Ora 3 is a small, circular adult toy. It weighs just about 4.5 oz and measures 3.2 x 3.4 x 1.7 inches. You might notice that this toy isn’t an exact circle. Well, there’s a good reason for that. There’s some flat surface on there, which hosts the nub, or rather, the tongue for the toy.
Overall, Lelo Ora 3 is shaped like a disc but it’s not all solid. The outermost ring is coated entirely in silicone. This is Lelo’s classic premium silicone material that has a nice and soft finish. It feels amazing to the touch.
Silicone is also a good choice for adult toys, as this material is non-porous, non-toxic, and body safe. It helps keep the toy safer for use and hygienic.
Next to this silicone layer is the inner ring, which looks like it’s made from a shiny metal. Instead, it’s made from ABS plastic. This material too is non-porous, non-toxic, and body safe. It’s a good choice for a sex toy.
On a side note, I do wish Lelo would go easy on this shiny metal design that’s been used for their toys. It looked interesting some five years ago, but it doesn’t feel all that attractive anymore. It’s not exactly bad looking, but it doesn’t feel in place either.
Anyways, coming back to the Ora 3, this shiny metallic (plastic) disc also includes an opening to a side. It tapers to a hollow spot. This spot is placed quite well and allows for the user to hold the toy easily.
So, even though the shape is unusual for a sex toy, the Lelo Ora 3 looks pretty good. More importantly, it feels very natural to hold and use.
The ergonomics are on point with this sex toy.
So, What’s The Deal With The ‘Tongue’ On Lelo Ora 3
The highlight of Lelo Ora 3, and its unique selling point, is the presence of the ‘tongue’, or rather, the nub on the toy. This is a mechanical setup that mimics the effect of a tongue. It runs in circular motion, to create the effect of a tongue moving around the clitoris.
Lelo’s silicone coating is a good fit for this, as the touch and movement of the nub feels closer to natural. The silicone is good to the touch and it feels as good when the nub moves around, going over the clit to simulate oral sex.
Buttons, Controls, And Vibration Patterns
Lelo Ora 3 has the classic Lelo controls. There are three buttons here. At the center is the “()” button, through which users can switch patterns and vibrations. At either side of this button are the + and – buttons.
As you can guess, hitting the + button increases vibration intensity, while pressing the – button reduces the intensity.
The Ora 3 offers 12 patterns to use. But there’s more. The toy includes an “intense vibration” setting where it pulls out all the stops to deliver strong stimulation and movement. If you like power, with some oral sex, this mode might just be it.
Similarly, if you want to take things slow, move onto the “minimal vibrations” setting. As the name implies, this is the opposite of the intense setting. In this mode, the toy offers a sweet, but low-powered stimulation.
Lelo Ora 3’s fantastic ergonomics have a role to play here. The buttons remain within easy reach and can be handled conveniently while using the vibrator.
It feels fairly natural to use these. Lelo recommends putting a thumb through the cavity on the toy. This way, the user’s fingers go right on the buttons. This also provides a good grip on the toy and makes it easy to manipulate not just the buttons, but the vibrator itself.
Battery, Charging, And Waterproofing For Lelo Ora 3
Lelo Ora 3 draws its power from a 420 mAh Li-ion battery. The battery takes about 2 hours for a full charge. In a somewhat disappointing twist, the playtime is less than one hour. For those who prefer high intensity settings or the “intense vibration” mode, the playtime could be significantly lower.
This is likely one of the effects of including a mechanical system in the toy. While the nub is a nice touch, it also needs a fair bit of power to keep it moving.
Charging happens through the included USB cable, though it has a pin-style charger.
Lelo says that the toy is completely waterproof and is submersible in water. So, it’s possible to use it in the shower or bathtub. Personally, I’d prefer to not use this toy underwater.
My reasoning is simple. The best sensations form the Ora 3 come when there’s a good amount of lubricant on the clit. In the shower or the tub, water’s going to wash away the lube.
Lelo Ora 3 being waterproof also makes it remarkably easy to clean. You can wash and rinse it underwater. Just be careful to give adequate attention to the points where the two materials (silicone and plastic) meet.
Lelo Ora 3 Usage Review – What This Vibrator Feels Like In Use
Having Fun With Ora 3
As with any sex toy, the first thing to do with Lelo Ora 3, is to apply generous amounts of lubricant to your body. While this is true for any sex toy, it feels more important for the Ora, because a significant portion of the vibrator is actually going to rub and move against the body.
As for the vibrator itself, I find it… fun. The nub movement, or the simulated tongue, is indeed unique, and feels very good. It moves in circles around the clitoris and does a pretty good job at being pleasurable.
It’s an added benefit that the nub is untiring, so you can have it move just the way you like it, for as long as you like it.
The presence of vibrations really helps, and I think it does make the toy more enjoyable. They feel strong, deep, and rumbly. And they help to set the mood and get the ball rolling.
However, all said and done, I’d say the Lelo Ora 3 is nice. I do like it, and it is pleasurable, but for me, it doesn’t quite seem to hit the spot.
Even if the moving nub is weird it feels good. As do the vibrations. Even better, it’s really easy to hold the toy and direct it to wherever it needs to go.
And yet, I think there are better ways to get a nice and satisfying orgasm. Something like the Lelo Sona 2 Cruise or the Satisfyer Pro 2 come to mind.
To be clear, I do like this vibrator. Lelo Ora 3 is pleasurable and fun to use. I just think there are other vibrators and toys that perform better!
If it were cheaper, I would definitely recommend this toy. The sensation and movements of the simulated tongue are enjoyable, especially for those of us who love oral sex.
Is The Lelo Ora 3 Noisy Or Silent?
Wondering if you can use the Lelo Ora 3 discreetly in your room without anyone outside hearing any sounds? That plan might not work out that well.
Lelo Ora 3 is on the noisier side of things. I think this is largely because of the presence of the mechanical movement that controls the nub. Still, there is noise, and there’s a good chance that someone outside your bedroom door could hear the hum of the vibrator.
It’s not very loud, but it’s not discreet either. Lelo says the noise from the vibrator maxes out at 50 dB, which is almost the same as the volume of a normal conversation. I think the Lelo Ora 3 is louder than that.
Using some background noise like loud music or TV might help reduce the obvious noise of the vibrator from being heard outside.
Conclusion
At this point, it’s safe to say that the Lelo Ora 3 is a fun toy with the ability to deliver pleasurable sensations. The moving tongue motion is truly something to enjoy and feels great. If you like oral sex, the tongue motion will feel enjoyable and interesting, to say the least.
The toy adds another dimension of pleasure by including vibrations for pleasure. They help increase the quality and fun that you can get out of this sex toy.
On the downside, it tends to be noisy and has a playtime of less than an hour.