Lovehoney Get Started 4 Piece Anal Toys Kit Review: a simple, beginner-friendly set that does the job

I picked up the Lovehoney Get Started 4 Piece Anal Toys Kit because I wanted something simple to experiment with, without spending a fortune or ending up with toys that look like torture devices. I’d say I’m somewhere between total beginner and early intermediate with anal stuff, so I wanted a kit that didn’t feel huge or scary, but still had a bit of variety and vibration to see what I actually like. This set promised four toys, all beginner-sized, with two vibrating options and two non-vibrating plugs.

In practice, I used this kit over a couple of weeks, both solo and with a partner. We tried all four toys at least a few times each, with different lubes and in different positions. I was mainly curious about two things: how comfortable they’d be going in and staying in, and whether the vibrations were actually useful or just a weak buzz. I’m not super picky with brands, but I do pay attention to how plasticky things feel and whether they look like they’ll fall apart after three uses.

From the start, my expectations were pretty moderate: I wasn’t looking for the best toy of my life, more something to learn with and maybe keep one or two favourites in regular rotation. The Amazon rating (around 4/5) seemed fair for a starter kit, and the price point matched that idea: not high-end, not bargain-bin, just middle of the road. That’s basically how it feels in real life too: it’s not trash, but it’s clearly not luxury gear either.

Overall, after using it a handful of times, my main feeling is: it’s a solid beginner kit, especially if you’ve never bought anal toys before and just want to figure out what shapes and sensations you like. It does have flaws — mainly the material and the vibrations — and if you’re already into anal play and know what you like, you’ll probably outgrow this fast. But as a first step, it’s pretty practical and straightforward, as long as you go in with realistic expectations.

From a value perspective, the main selling point is that you get four different toys in one box: two plugs, a probe, and vibrating beads. For someone who’s just starting out and doesn’t know yet if they prefer plugs, beads, or straight-up depth play, that’s genuinely useful. Instead of buying four separate toys and maybe hating half of them, you can mess around with this kit, see what you enjoy, and then later buy a higher-quality version of your favourite style.

The trade-off is obvious though: to keep the price reasonable, Lovehoney used PVC instead of silicone, simple wired vibrations, and basic design. So you’re not paying for premium materials or long-term durability; you’re paying for variety and an easy entry point. After a couple of weeks of use, everything still worked, nothing broke, and the shapes didn’t deform, but you can tell these aren’t toys that will last you for years if you use them heavily. They feel more like a training set than a forever collection.

Compared to other beginner kits I’ve seen or tried, this one sits in the middle of the pack. There are cheaper sets that feel rougher and even more plasticky, and there are more expensive silicone kits that feel much nicer but come with fewer pieces. If you’re on a budget and just want to experiment, this is a reasonable compromise. If you already know you like anal play and you’re looking for a serious upgrade, I’d skip this and go straight for individual silicone toys with better vibration.

So in terms of value, I’d say: good for curious beginners, not great for long-term anal toy fans. It’s money well spent if you treat it as a learning tool. Once you figure out what you like, you’ll probably end up replacing at least two of the four toys with higher-quality versions, but by then you’ll know exactly what to buy, and this kit will have done its job.

The main thing about the design is that it’s clearly made for people who are new to anal play. All the toys have slender, tapered tips, which makes the first part of insertion much easier. You don’t get that “wall” feeling you sometimes get with thicker toys right at the entrance. The plugs gradually widen, and the probe is long and slim, so you can control how far you go. For a first kit, that’s honestly the most important part: nothing feels like you’re being pushed too far too fast.

Each toy has a flared base, which is non-negotiable for anal stuff. In use, the bases did their job: nothing got lost, and nothing tried to travel further than it should. The bases are a bit chunky and not the most comfortable if you’re sitting upright for a long time, but for lying down or doggy style, they’re fine. The beads have a retrieval loop and a wired controller, which is old-fashioned compared to wireless toys, but at least you always know where the end is and it’s easy for a partner to hold and control.

Visually, the all-purple look is… okay. It’s not discreet, and it does look a bit like older sex toy designs from a few years back. If you’re into minimalist or more modern-looking toys, this won’t impress you. Functionally though, the shapes make sense: the beads gradually increase in size, the plugs are classic tear-drop/tapered shapes, and the probe is straightforward and easy to angle a bit to see what feels good.

My only real complaint on design is the wired controller for the beads and the general bulkiness of the vibrating parts. Compared to more recent toys that are rechargeable and wireless, this feels a bit clunky. The wire can get in the way if you’re moving around a lot, and it doesn’t feel very discreet. But for the price point and for a starter kit, it’s acceptable. You’re trading modern design for something simple and functional, and that’s basically what you get here.

The kit uses AA batteries for the vibrating beads (and a small bullet-style battery setup for the vibrating plug, depending on the exact version you get). Nothing is rechargeable here, which is a bit dated compared to a lot of modern toys, but it also means you can just swap batteries instead of waiting for charging. The annoying part is that batteries are not included, so if you forget to buy them, you end up with half the kit basically unusable on day one.

The controller for the beads is a basic dial wheel on a wired remote. You twist it to go from low to high. There are no preset patterns or fancy modes, just continuous intensity. The upside is that it’s dead simple: no learning curve, no tiny buttons. The downside is it feels a bit cheap in the hand, and the wire can get tangled or pulled if you move around too much. I had one session where the wire dragged across my leg and tugged a bit, which broke the mood. Not a disaster, but you definitely notice the wire.

Battery life is acceptable but not impressive. With decent AA batteries, I got a few sessions out of the beads before I noticed the power dropping, especially at higher settings. If you like longer sessions with stronger vibrations, you’ll burn through batteries a bit faster. The vibrating plug’s power source (small batteries in the bullet) also drains over time, and it’s not as strong to begin with. This is another area where you can tell the kit is budget-friendly: no USB charging, no battery level indicator, just basic battery-in, battery-out.

Overall, if you’re okay with swapping batteries and you don’t mind a wired controller, the system works fine. It’s not modern or sleek, but it’s reliable enough. If you’re used to rechargeable, wireless toys, this will feel like a step back. For a first kit though, it’s usable and simple, just remember to throw some AA batteries in your cart when you buy it.

Comfort-wise, the sizes are the main positive point. Everything in this kit is on the friendlier side, which really helps if you’re nervous or still figuring out what your body likes. The tapered tips make the first part of insertion pretty manageable, especially with enough lube. The smaller plug and the probe were the easiest for me to start with. After a bit of warm-up, the beads felt decent too, especially when inserted slowly one by one.

The downside is the firmness of the PVC. It’s not painful, but it doesn’t have that cushioned, flexible feel some silicone plugs have. You feel every ridge and bead quite clearly. That can be a plus if you like more defined sensation, but if you’re sensitive, it might feel a bit intense at first. I had one session where I didn’t use quite enough lube and I could feel the drag, which wasn’t pleasant. Once I went heavier on the lube, it was much more comfortable, so I’d say: don’t skimp on lube with this material.

In terms of wearing the plugs for a longer time, I’d call them okay but not super comfy. The bases are safe, but a bit wide and not very ergonomic. Lying on my back or in doggy style, they were fine and stayed in place nicely. Sitting upright for more than 15–20 minutes with the plug in got a bit annoying because you can feel the base pressing in. For quick sessions or during sex, no problem; for extended wear around the house, not ideal.

Overall, the comfort is decent for a beginner set: the shapes and sizes are friendly, but the material and bases limit how long you’ll want to keep them in. If you treat this as a kit to explore positions and sensations rather than something for long-term wearing, it works well enough. If your goal is hours of plug wear, you’ll probably end up upgrading to a softer, more ergonomic plug pretty quickly.

All the toys in this kit are made from PVC (soft plastic). If you’ve used silicone toys before, you’ll notice the difference right away. PVC feels firmer and a bit more plasticky, with less of that velvety or smooth finish you get on good silicone. In the hand, it’s not horrible, but it definitely doesn’t feel high-end. There’s a bit of flexibility in the thinner parts (like the probe and smaller beads), but the plugs are fairly firm overall.

Out of the box, there is a noticeable plastic smell. It’s not overwhelming, but you smell it when you open the packaging and when you put the toy near your face. After a couple of washes with mild soap and air-drying, the smell faded quite a bit, but it didn’t completely vanish. During actual use, I didn’t really notice it, but if you’re sensitive to smells, it might bug you at first. This is typical of cheaper PVC toys, so it wasn’t a big surprise.

Cleaning-wise, PVC is easy enough to wash with warm water and mild soap, but it’s not the same as non-porous, medical-grade silicone. I wouldn’t share these toys with multiple partners without condoms, and I’d be a bit more careful about long-term hygiene. For solo use or with a regular partner and some basic cleaning habits, it’s fine, but if you’re very strict about materials and safety, you might want to look at silicone kits instead. This one is clearly built to hit a price point rather than be the safest or most durable material on the market.

In short, the material is functional but budget. It’s firm enough to insert easily, flexible enough not to feel like hard plastic, but you can tell it’s not premium. For a starter kit at this price, I can live with it, but if you already know you prefer silicone or you’re picky about smells and porosity, this is going to feel like a step down.

On the performance side, the kit is split between basic pressure/stimulation (non-vibrating plug and probe) and vibration-based toys (vibrating plug and beads). The non-vibrating pieces do exactly what you’d expect: they give you that full, stretching sensation without anything fancy. For me, the smaller plug was good for warm-up or wearing during foreplay, while the probe was useful to test depth and angles. They both stay in place reasonably well as long as you don’t go wild, and they’re easy to remove thanks to the bases.

The vibrations are where things get more mixed. The vibrating beads use a multispeed wired controller. At the lower settings, the vibration is more of a gentle buzz, which is good if you’re nervous or sensitive. Turn it up and it gets stronger, but it’s still on the moderate side compared to higher-end toys. It’s enough to feel through the beads and give a nice tingling sensation, especially when inserting or removing them slowly, but it’s not the kind of power that’s going to blow your mind. The wire can also be a bit annoying if you change positions a lot; it’s fine if your partner is handling the controller.

The vibrating plug is simpler: basically a plug with a bullet-style vibe. The vibration is focused more at the base and travels up the plug. You feel it, but again, it’s not super intense. One thing I liked is that the vibration helped me relax a bit more during insertion, so even if it’s not super powerful, it does have a practical effect. The downside is noise: it’s not super loud, but you can definitely hear a buzz under the sheets. Not ideal if you need total discretion through thin walls.

In general, the performance is good enough for beginners who just want to see if they even like anal vibrations and different shapes. If you’ve already tried strong wand vibes or high-end anal toys, this will feel weak and basic. But if this is your first kit, it does the job of introducing you to plugs, beads, and vibrations without being too intense or overwhelming.

When you open the box, you get four purple toys: two butt plugs (one basic, one with vibration), a slim probe, and a string of vibrating anal beads. Everything is clearly on the small to medium side, which lines up with the “beginner-friendly” claim. The insertable lengths range from roughly 3.5" to 7.5" according to the specs, and in hand that feels accurate. Nothing looks massive, and that helps mentally if you’re a bit nervous about anal stuff.

The layout in the packaging is basic but clear. Each toy is easy to identify: you’ve got one smooth tapered plug, one similar plug with a removable bullet-style vibrator, a longer, more wand-like probe, and the beads with a wired controller that takes AA batteries. There’s no fancy storage pouch or anything like that, just the plastic tray and the box. It’s not pretty or discreet, but it’s functional. If you want proper storage, you’ll need to use a small bag or box of your own.

One thing I noticed is the kit doesn’t come with lube or batteries (despite the product info being a bit confusing about batteries), so you absolutely need to have water-based anal lube and AA batteries ready. Without lube, these toys are just not pleasant — the material isn’t super draggy, but it’s nowhere near as smooth as silicone. Also, the wired controller for the beads looks a bit old-school, but at least it’s obvious how to use it: a simple dial you turn to increase or decrease the intensity.

Overall, the presentation is very “no frills”. It’s clear what each toy is supposed to do, you don’t get lost in weird shapes, and it feels like a kit designed to let you test different basic forms: plug, vibrating plug, probe, beads. Nothing fancy, but straightforward, which is what you want if you’re just starting out and don’t want to overthink it.