Every new year I like to try something new in the bedroom, and this time around I decided to give the LELO Soraya Beads a go. If you're not familiar with LELO, they're a Swedish luxury sex toy brand that's known for sleek design, body-safe materials, and products that feel more like something you'd find on a design shelf than in a bedside drawer. I've reviewed a few of their products before, and they consistently deliver on quality. But does this particular toy live up to the name? Let me walk you through it.
The Soraya Beads are designed for progressive anal stimulation with a vibrating motor. They feature graduated beads that increase in size, allowing you to ease in at your own pace. The concept is simple but the execution is what makes it interesting, so let me break it down.
First Impressions and Design
LELO always nails the unboxing experience, and the Soraya Beads are no exception. The packaging is premium, discreet, and feels like you're opening a piece of jewelry rather than a sex toy. Inside, you get the toy itself, a USB charging cable, a satin storage pouch, and a small packet of LELO's water-based lubricant.
The toy itself is beautiful. It's made from body-safe silicone that feels incredibly smooth to the touch. The graduated bead design means the first bead is quite small and manageable, with each subsequent bead getting progressively larger. This is thoughtful design for anyone who's newer to anal play or wants to warm up gradually. The handle at the base is ergonomic and easy to grip, which matters more than you'd think in the moment.
How It Actually Feels
The sensation of the beads is really unique. The graduated sizing means you get this building sensation as each bead enters — a gentle stretch followed by a release, then a slightly bigger stretch, and so on. Combined with the vibration motor in the base, it creates a layered experience that feels both stimulating and deeply relaxing at the same time.
I was pleasantly surprised by how the vibrations traveled through the beads. Even at lower settings, you can feel the rumble throughout the entire toy, not just at the base. The multiple vibration patterns give you plenty to experiment with, and I found that the slower, steady vibrations worked best for me during solo play, while the pulsing patterns were great during partnered play.
Who Is This Best For?
If you're curious about anal play but feel intimidated by it, the Soraya Beads are genuinely a great entry point. The graduated design means you never have to take on more than you're comfortable with. You can use just one or two beads and call it a day, or work your way up to the full set over multiple sessions.
They're also excellent for people who already enjoy anal stimulation and want something that offers vibration alongside the beaded sensation. The combination of the two creates something that's hard to replicate with non-vibrating beads or with a traditional vibrating plug.
- Beginners to anal play — the gradual sizing makes it approachable and non-intimidating
- Couples looking to add something new — easy for a partner to use during foreplay or intercourse
- Solo explorers — the ergonomic handle makes it easy to control on your own
- Vibration lovers — the motor is surprisingly powerful for the size of the toy
Any Downsides?
The price point is the most obvious one. LELO products are not cheap, and the Soraya Beads are on the higher end of their range. Whether that's worth it depends on how much you value premium materials, thoughtful design, and a product that's going to last. For me, the quality justifies the investment, but I understand that's not the case for everyone.
The other thing I'll mention is that cleaning beaded toys requires a bit more attention than a simple plug or vibrator. The grooves between beads need to be cleaned thoroughly, which takes an extra minute or two. Not a dealbreaker, but worth knowing.
My Final Verdict
The LELO Soraya Beads delivered exactly what I hoped for: a well-designed, thoughtful toy that makes anal play feel accessible and pleasurable without requiring you to be an expert. If you're starting your year with a resolution to explore your body more and expand your pleasure horizons, this is a solid choice. Watch the full review below for all the details, my real reactions, and a few extra tips for getting the most out of this toy.
