The Wahl is easily lost in the shuffle — usually only mentioned in the same breath as the Hitachi as another once-innocent body massager that has been perverted. But the Hitachi has been more universally perverted, so the Wahl tends to be forgotten. Now that I have tried the Wahl, I feel that this is a great injustice. And I am here to rectify it.
Often referred to as the Wahl 7-in-1, the Wahl is an 8-inch long, gun-shaped massager that comes with seven plastic attachments. Each attachment has a vanilla purpose, and they are named for them: scalp attachment, knuckle joint attachment, etc. These attachments fit not-so-gracefully around an inner post, usually after some shoving. The Wahl’s cord is a quite generous 8.5 feet long, with a regular-sized plug, so it doesn’t hog the outlet.
If you are thinking that the Wahl looks really bulky and perhaps heavy — unfortunately, you are right. It is both large, unwieldy, and quite heavy — one pound, two ounces to be exact, most of it concentrated in the chunky head. So yes, the Wahl takes some effort to use, and some patience. When I use it with a dildo, sometimes holding it by the intended handle does not work out, so I end up awkwardly grasping the head. The Wahl also does collide with dildos sometimes, and makes thrusting with dildos more difficult.
But here’s what’s awesome: EVERYTHING ELSE. Mainly this: Wahl’s two speeds are incredibly strong and feel completely different from one another — they really feel like two different vibrators. The first setting is more surface-level and buzzy, but very intense, and not at all numbing. In fact, if I had to choose just one vibrator speed to get off with for the rest of my life, it would be very similar to the Wahl’s first setting. I often orgasm with the Wahl before I can make it to the second setting.
The second setting is insane. It’s deep, with a rumbling, thrumming sensation to it. And when I say that, I mean it. I don’t know if it’s actually moving back and forth, but it feels like something crazy is going on. Like a jackhammer… a really stimulating jackhammer. I have never felt vibrations like this, and I’m kinda in love.
I’m also continually dumbfounded by how quiet the Wahl is. It’s nearly silent on both settings, and sounds much like white noise. With the amount of power this thing puts out, its sound level is miraculous.
My favorite attachment is the “spot applicator” — the gumdrop-shaped one. It’s the least obtrusive and easiest to use. Many of the others are simply too big, unless you’re looking for vulva massage. I would warn against ever using the scalp attachment (the pointy one) or the deep muscle massage attachment (the bulls-eye one), because they’re impossible to clean. The lovely AAG also pointed me toward a nearly-discontinued attachment called the Spot Tip
I don’t know if you can sense my giddiness over the Wahl, but I’m freaking giddy. This is a really awesome toy. The two speeds are strong enough and different enough that they could satisfy anyone; I actually love going back and forth between the two speeds when I use it. And its vibrations are so deep that I squirted using just the Wahl, with no insertable toys at all.
I always wished the Hitachi could focus on just my clit, and the Wahl does just that. The sensation of using the Wahl is quite different — more concentrated and pinpoint — but the intensity is similar. I will be recommending the Wahl to people who claim they can only get off with the Hitachi. And I will prove them wrong.
But what really seals the deal for me is the Wahl’s price: $28. That’s right, it’s about the price of a good bullet, and significantly cheaper than the Hitachi. Pretty badass, don’t you think?
Thanks a ton, SheVibe!
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January 15th, 2010 at 7:27 pm
DO WANT.
January 15th, 2010 at 11:09 pm
I adore this vibe. Where oh where do you get the spot tip?
I also discovered that suction dildos will stick nicely to the suction looking attachment. Oh the joy!
I got mine at a drugstore for $17. You can get a heated version for 25. It comes close to the mind numbing power of the hitachi without the clit numbing (or the noise).
*sigh* must be love.
January 16th, 2010 at 12:01 am
@Lilly 2: I got the Spot Tip here. I suggest you get one soon, because I barely found it at all.
Good point about the suction cup dildos! I’ve read that elsewhere as well. I should’ve tried it before I wrote this; oops.
January 16th, 2010 at 7:25 am
Something very similar to the wahl was my 1st vibrator and I loved it so. But then I tried a hitachi and I’ve honestly never been able to go back. I think that the wahl will be awesome for some hitachi users and it will surprise them. But for me, I prefer all over vulva stimulation because my clit likes to hide right before orgasm. The hitachi is the best at finding it no matter where it tries to hide.
January 17th, 2010 at 2:51 am
F your wahl. HITACHI REPRESENT. WUT WUT?
Much love,
C-Nizzle
January 17th, 2010 at 2:54 am
@Carnivalesq: F YOUR HITACHI. WAHL FOREVER.
January 17th, 2010 at 12:04 pm
Alright, fine, fine, fine. I’ll add it to my list. :-p
January 19th, 2010 at 7:11 pm
Very nice. Think the heated version may be my next purchase…
October 4th, 2010 at 5:26 pm
I finally bought this and it’s a little too strong for me – but it’s FANTASTIC as a massager!
October 7th, 2010 at 7:28 am
All right, chica, you’ve talked me into it. I admit I had always snubbed my nose at the Wahl and its clunky, frumpy appearance. I will definitely have to give this a try.
October 10th, 2010 at 9:59 am
I’m going to have to give this one a more thorough try.
October 10th, 2010 at 10:10 pm
I dismissed this because of it’s looks too…but after you’ve raved and the price is right…gonna have to check it out.
October 11th, 2010 at 3:41 pm
Are all the attachments hard plastic? Just wondering if i would have to take my piercing out to use it
October 11th, 2010 at 6:36 pm
@sbmisvschoolgirl: Yeah, they are all hard plastic. But there is a softer vinyl attachment called the Spot Tip floating around in some places.
October 14th, 2010 at 11:45 pm
O.O Looks shiver-inducing! And the fact that it’s so quiet…*neeeed!*
Thanks for mentioning its bulk; I was wondering. And good point on the more complicated-shaped attachments. Cleaning would definitely be an issue.
Thanks for the review!
October 15th, 2010 at 2:06 pm
@Tuesday: Let me rephrase that.
I’m going to have to give this one a more thorough try. I’ve only tried it briefly a few times at a friends house. Maybe its better when you own it and can use it for longer periods of time.
July 1st, 2011 at 4:34 pm
Yes, this is absolutely amazing! When my spouse came in the door after a long day at work holding this, I knew exactly what it was thanks to your review, and let me say it did NOT disappoint! I heart setting two. And I, too, was surprised at the (lack of) noise level.