Seattle's Babeland twitter account said a few days back that they had a toy stronger than the famous, loved-the-world-over hitachi.

I scoffed. I said "there's no way." I've heard lots of people claim that toys are stronger that the hitachi, but when it comes down to it, they just don't measure up.

I take it back.

Babeland sent me the BodyWand to try it out, as I needed to feel for myself this miracle toy that beats out my old favourite. And it really does beat the hitachi, at least for me. I was shocked.

Like the hitachi, it plugs into the wall, and has a reasonably long cord making it pretty easy to use in bed. And like the hitachi, it's very, very strong- this is a powerful vibrator for those who like a jackhammer style vibration against their bits. The head of the BodyWand is about the same size as the hitachi, as well, so you can use all the same attachments with this as you have for your wand- I'm excited to try a few out, like the G-Whiz.

But there's two special things about the BodyWand versus the hitachi, that make it unique.

First, it's definitely quieter than the hitachi, which is fabulous. I used to worry that using my vibrator was going to wake the whole house, if not the neighborhood. I mean, it sounds like a power tool! The BodyWand, on the other hand, has a pleasant hum that's a lot more subtle.

Secondly, it has a dial. A dial! Genius. The hitachi has the wand controller, sure, where you can change the low/high setting into a variable one, but the BodyWand has that built in, making it easy to slowly ramp up the power as you go. Perfect! And I certainly felt like the hitachi was just a little less strong than the BodyWand...

I think I'm in love.

Finally, rather than vinyl, like the hitachi, the BodyWand is made of silicone and ABS plastic, making it more durable. I think you might find that your loyalties have switched over too!

Thank you Babeland for giving me a chance to fall in love and lust with the BodyWand- I will never doubt again!