Are you using the right pocket pussies? There are plenty of sex toys on the market, but in the Fleshlight vs. pocket pussy debate, some sex toy options are significantly better, and safer, than others. Here’s what you should know about the difference between the Stamina Sleeve fleshlight (one of the most popular sleeves) and the Tracy’s Dog pocket pussy (best-selling pocket pussy on Amazon).
Fleshlight vs Pocket Pussy
Here’s how our two masturbators compare to each other.
Durability
Fleshlights are significantly more durable than just about any pocket pussy, so the Stamina Sleeve wins out here by a large margin. Notably, the Stamina Sleeve is specifically an endurance-building product, and I like that it has a practical purpose beyond just pleasure.
I still use my oldest fleshlight after 5 years.
Intensity
Intensity is difficult to quantify. A personal experience like mine helps, but individual factors like penis length and girth affect this category—so keep that in mind. However, as far as toy options go, the Stamina Sleeve is a little more intense than the Tracy’s Dog.
To be clear, that’s not a negative comment on the pocket pussy. Some people don’t want maximum stimulation from a toy, whether that comes from the textures, the design, or the superskin material of something like a Fleshlight Stamina Training Unit (STU). If you like high-intensity sleeves go for Stamina, if you don’t stick to Tracy’s Dog pocket pussy.
Cleaning
There’s really no euphemistic way to say this, so I’ll be direct: you need to clean your toy vagina. Leaving semen, lube, or other liquids inside your masturbators can lead to bacterial growth and damage the TPE (thermoplastic elastomers, or whatever other material the manufacturer used). This is so important that ease of cleaning is a major factor to consider when you’re going shopping.
The Tracy’s Dog has fewer bumps and ridges overall, which means it’s easier to brush or wipe the interior with tools. However, it doesn’t have a cap on the end, which makes it harder to drain water out of.
While Stamina’s TPE material itself is durable and more intense, it has so many bumps that it’s a bit harder to clean the nooks and crannies after a masturbation session. Rinsing with warm water goes a long way, but expect to spend some time cleaning it occasionally.
Feel
These products have generally different feels. The Stamina Sleeve fleshlight has a somewhat better material mixture with thicker, softer elements that help provide a pleasant sensation. That’s an important part of product design for toys like these, and you shouldn’t underestimate the value of good textures.
The Tracy’s Dog has a very different feel overall, with far fewer individual bumps that change its functionality while you’re using it. However, this product can also get a little sticky over time, even if you clean it regularly with warm water and safe cleaning chemicals.
Realism
This one isn’t even a question. The Tracy’s Dog is far more realistic than the Fleshlight in its overall design, and the difference is easy to spot as soon as you look inside of these products.
The differences here are mainly a matter of design choice and personal preference. The Fleshlight focuses on feeling good and making you especially satisfied with your purchase, but all of the little bumps inside aren’t realistic by any stretch of the imagination.
In contrast, the Tracy’s Dog aims to provide pleasure by mimicking the actual structure of a vagina. That means it has different feels at different depths, and you can see the structural differences on their store pages.
Like the intensity, this category isn’t necessarily as important as it can seem at first glance. Some people who want a portable vagina prefer extremely realistic textures, while other buyers just want a superskin material that mimics a pussy well enough to make it fun. There’s no “right” choice for a purchase in this regard, just personal preference.
Quality
Quality, in the context of a personal pussy, is mainly a measure of the materials and overall design as they come together to form a cohesive product. The Fleshlight is definitely the superior choice in this regard because it uses medical-grade silicon as part of its superskin construction.
Incidentally, that’s a significant part of the reason for both its price and durability when we compare it to options like the Tracy’s Dog. Quality also correlates closely with longevity in pussy sleeves, so men like us need to consider how we want to balance these factors before making our choice and heading out to purchase something.
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Price
In many ways, price is the least important part of your decision when you’re shopping for a masturbator, and I’ll tell you why. These are intensely personal devices that you’re probably going to use regularly for years.
Over that timeframe, a difference of $50 in price between products isn’t much. That measures out to a fraction of a cent per day, so it’s better to look at a product with the textures, longevity and features you want instead of the most affordable pocket vagina.
Price correlates heavily with factors like superskin material and whether your toy can stand up to heavy use. Most reviews also correlate with price, as more expensive products tend to be better in general, and therefore get better reviews.
With all of that said, the Tracy’s Dog is the cheaper option between these products, and by a significant margin at that. In fact, depending on where you’re shopping, it’s probably going to be less than half the cost of its Fleshlight competitor here.
That pricing difference has a big impact on particular elements, like the types of materials involved in your toy, the textures you can expect to find, and even general product sizes.
Rather than measuring raw price, though, I think it’s better to consider if toy sleeves are worth the money. In that regard, the Fleshlight wins out here because its comfortable texture and high-quality material make it a better buy for most people.
Warranty
The warranties for toys like these are difficult to quantify because different stores have different guarantees.
Fleshlight only accepts returns for unused sleeves within 30 days of delivery. This is an important distinction because many stores count from the date of purchase, not when you actually get the product.
Unfortunately, this isn’t a particularly generous return policy. If you try their product and find you don’t like it, the manufacturer won’t take the product or refund your money.
In practice, this means Fleshlight’s warranty only protects you from obvious manufacturing issues. However, if you buy from outside of the official store, you might have a different store warranty where you can get your money back. That’s why I usually recommend buying Fleshlight toys somewhere besides the official site.
Tracy’s Dog sells at regular retailers, so it’s already covered by their return policies. These are usually 30 days for a full refund with no questions asked, although they may dispose of the product rather than trying to repackage and resell that. I understand why that happens with a masturbator; most people don’t want used products here.
Usability of Fleshlight Versus Pocket Pussy
Usability is another factor that’s difficult to define. Both the Fleshlight and the Pocket Pussy are entirely functional for their intended purposes. They feel good, they’re the right size to be comfortable, and they’re reasonably durable products for the price.
This is an area where there isn’t a good thing to say about things like the Fleshlight STU, so much as there’s no bad parts to their usability. That’s all I actually want or expect from a toy, and I suspect most men agree.
Insertable Length
The Tracy’s Dog toy is indisputably the winner here. Its length as a masturbator includes 9.4 inches of insertable area, compared to 8.5 inches for the Fleshlight. Both are more than long enough as toys, but the extra space does allow for packing in more lube or other liquids between the base material.
Pros and Cons for These Pocket Pussies
Whether you’re buying a Fleshlight or a Pocket Pussy, there are a few pros and cons to consider. Here’s a brief summary of what you should know about each masturbator.
The Fleshlight STU is a higher-quality product overall. It uses better material choices and should last longer for all types of entertainment. It gives you a very intense stimulation which is a very important aspect and cleaning is easier, as well. However, the Fleshlight STU is also more expensive.
The Pocket Pussy is a more affordable choice. However, it’s not as durable as the Fleshlight and doesn’t provide quite as much stimulation while in use.
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Conclusion
While both products are excellent choices, the Fleshlight is a better overall product. It’s durable enough to hold up under extended use, and I think it feels somewhat better as well. The Tracy’s Dog is a good alternative if you’re on a budget, but I think it’s better as a backup choice instead of a first option.
