Why Your Sex Toy Feels Weaker Than Before

Step 1: Check the charger and power source

It sounds basic, but this is the number one reason toys “die.”

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Try a different charging cable

Not all magnetic charging cables are the same. Even toys from the same brand sometimes use different polarity. If your cable is slightly misaligned or weakened, your toy may charge halfway and lose power quickly.

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Try a different USB brick

Low-voltage or cheap charging blocks make toys charge slower and weaker.

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Check the toy’s light

If it blinks, pulses, or turns off right away, it usually means the connection is loose.

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Step 2: Clean the charging contacts

Over time, lube, body oils, or dust build up on charging points. That thin film can cut power dramatically.

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How to clean

• Wipe the magnetic contacts with a cotton swab

• Use a bit of rubbing alcohol if needed

• Dry fully before charging

A quick clean often restores full strength immediately.

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Step 3: Confirm you’re using the right kind of lube

This one surprises people.

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Silicone toys + silicone lube

They don’t mix.
Silicone lube can break down the outer layer of silicone toys, causing drag, friction, or reduced performance.

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Suction toys + too much lube

Excess lube can break the seal and weaken suction.
Clean the rim and try again.

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What to use instead

Stick to water-based lube, especially for beginners or anyone using suction toys, bullets, wands, or G-spot vibes.

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Step 4: Check if your toy is overheating

Most modern toys have safety shutoffs. If you run a high-powered toy (wand, suction toy, or dual motor vibe) for too long, the internal motor may slow down to protect itself.

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How to fix it

Turn the toy off for 10 minutes.
Let it cool.
Try again.
If it returns to full power, it’s working normally.

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Step 5: Check if the battery is aging

Batteries inside toys are like phone batteries. They weaken over time, especially if:

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• you charge it overnight often

• you store it completely dead

• you leave it plugged into a weak USB port

• you haven’t used it in months

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If you notice shorter and shorter runtime, this is usually the cause.

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Signs the battery is aging

• only stays strong for a minute or two

• needs constant recharging

• works only when plugged in (rare, but it happens)

• vibrations feel thin or buzzy instead of deep

There’s no safe way to replace internal batteries in most toys. At this point, upgrading is the best move.

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Step 6: Suction toys acting weak?

This is its own issue.

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Check the air intake hole

If the tiny air vent is blocked by:

• lint

• lube

• skin oils

the suction gets dramatically weaker.

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Clean the vent with a dry cotton swab and try again.

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Check the seal

Press the toy fully against the skin, pause for one second, then activate suction.
A proper seal matters more than the intensity level.

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Step 7: Wands and motors feeling “buzzy”?

This means the motor is losing torque.

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Causes

• old battery

• motor fatigue

• internal lubricant drying out (in rare models)

If you’ve been using a cheap wand or a no-brand toy, this happens a lot earlier.

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Best solution

Upgrade to a premium silicone wand with a stronger motor and better thermal protection.

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Step 8: When it’s definitely time to replace your toy

Here’s the honest checklist.

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It’s replacement time if:

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• the toy only holds a charge for a few minutes

• the motor stalls or stops on high settings

• the charging cable “clicks” but doesn’t connect

• the silicone feels tacky or swollen

• the suction never fully returns

• it overheats quickly

• you’ve had it 3–5 years

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Toys don’t last forever. But the good news is that modern motors are more powerful, quieter, and longer-lasting, so upgrading usually feels like leveling up.

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Need a stronger toy or a quick replacement?

If your current toy just isn’t doing it anymore, we can help you find something that delivers real power and lasts longer. Tell us what you like, and we’ll match you with options that fit your budget, your body, and your comfort level.

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If you’re in Edmonton, you can get a replacement delivered in about an hour. Canada and US customers get discreet shipping straight to their door.

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Quick links if you’re ready to explore

• Clitoral suction toys – deep, focused stimulation that never feels weak again
• Mini and full-size wands – stronger motors for people who want real intensity
• G-spot vibrators – firm pressure and consistent power
• Water-based lube – keeps toys performing their best
• Toy cleaners – helps extend the life of your toys
• New arrivals – fresh stock with modern motors and better battery life

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