The Handy Review: The Best Automatic Penis Stroker?

A WiFi-enabled automatic stroker with app control and interactive video syncing, The Handy promises a very different kind of experience to traditional strokers. In this guest review, Tigerlily shares exactly what it’s like to use, how it performs in real situations, and whether it’s actually worth the hype.

The Handy Smart WiFi Connected Penis Masturbator is, hands down, the best automatic penis stroker available today. And I hold my hands up to say I’ve enjoyed testing this rather too much. Read on to get a grip of exactly what makes the Handy so unique.

Ok, enough hand puns. The Handy retails for less than $200, and we think it’s worth every penny.

It’s strong, powerful, works with a variety of sleeves, and allows for immersive video syncing in the most mind blowing way possible. And it has WiFi. That is right, we are going full on teledildonics today.

What’s In The Box

Inside the box – which proudly claims it is the “ultimate hand job machine” – you will find The Handy Smart WiFi Connected Penis Masturbator itself, measuring roughly the size of two Coke cans on top of each other, and made of both black ABS plastic and silicone. There is also a power supply, some sample packs of lube, and a custom Handy sleeve to get started.

The sleeve is made of jelly polymer/TPR material, which will eventually need to be replaced. It appears to be uniquely designed for use with The Handy, as two protruding lines run around the centre and base, stopping the fabric strap from sliding up or down.

Replacement sleeves are readily available on TheHandy.com. However, a silicone sleeve would have been preferable for longevity, and I hope they will eventually offer one as an option.

That said, there is nothing to stop you using your own sleeve instead. Unlike the leading competitor, you are not explicitly tied to only using Handy branded sleeves. The sleeve attaches to the side of the Handy using a simple velcro strap.

On one side of The Handy Smart WiFi Connected Penis Masturbator you will find the Power button, four control buttons, and the WiFi button.

On the other side is where you find the strap, and slightly worryingly, you can see inside the Handy, specifically the shaft mechanism that slides the fixing belt up and down. While I have not heard of any mechanical accidents yet, and the gap is too small for fingers or other objects to fit it, mechanical parts should generally be hidden. If there is a version 2 of the Handy, I hope there is a silicone lip covering this part. Again though, I have not had actual issues with it nor learned of any. It is just a little unnerving to see.

Power On

The biggest perceived drawback to The Handy Smart WiFi Connected Penis Masturbator is that it does not have a battery. Usage requires it to be plugged in at all times to the included AC adaptor.

I would argue the lack of battery is actually a good thing. With any electronics, the battery is one of the first things to break. Batteries degrade over time when left alone, as well as every time they are used, and every time they are charged – until eventually, they stop holding a charge at all. At that point, some devices will not even work when plugged in, so they get disposed of. Most consumer electronics do not have a replaceable battery. The Handy will have a significantly longer lifespan because it does not have a battery, and in an age of disposable electronics, that is definitely a good thing.

Another benefit of requiring AC power is that you will not need to worry about charging it. I cannot tell you the number of times I have picked up a toy and found the battery has run down while left in the drawer.

A reliable power source also means a more powerful motor can be used.

The Handy Sleeve

Made of a deliciously soft TPR material, the custom Handy sleeve does indeed feel incredible. A bumpy interior texture ensures constant stimulation, while the closed end means simple clean up. You can squeeze the air out as you slide in to get a nice bit of suction if you prefer.

If you are not a fan of the sensations and have your own stroker that you would instead use, you almost certainly can. While the supplied strap can accommodate strokers up to 7cm diameter, you could feasibly purchase a longer one – it is really just a wide bit of velcro. The only real restriction is weight. It struggles with absurdly heavy, large silicone strokers, like those from Bad Dragon or John Thomas Toys. The Quickshot, Tenga cups, and other small or medium masturbators are suitable.

I found third party strokers, such as the TENGA Twist, could be strapped in securely. The lack of additional ribbing on the outside did not seem to matter so much. But you might not want to – the supplied Handy sleeve feels really quite exquisite.

Manual Control

The simplest way to use the Handy is with the buttons on the device. To power on, simply plug it in. Start the action with the top button. Then the buttons in the middle control stroke length, up to 11cm max, and speed, up to 10 strokes a second. There are no built in patterns, so in manual mode, you are limited to simple oscillating up and down until you adjust the stroke length or speed yourself.

Wi-Fi Setup

My first few attempts at connecting The Handy Smart WiFi Connected Penis Masturbator to the internet were frustrating, but it appeared to be due to a required firmware upgrade. Once that was completed, things went smoothly every time. The only thing you need to note down is the connection password (not the same as a WiFi password). Whoever knows the key will be able to remote control your device, so keep it secret.

Unlike other toys that rely on Bluetooth, The Handy uses only WiFi. In my experience, this is a lot smoother and more reliable than Bluetooth. It depends only on whether you have an internet connection, rather than your phone choice. But it does add a point of failure. If TheHandy.com ever goes down because the company has folded, you will lose all connected functionality. Hopefully, if that were ever to occur, they would release an update beforehand that allows a configuration change to use an open source server or another such mechanism. And given how good the Handy is, I do not see them going under any time soon.

Video Syncing

Aside from remote control, having a web connected toy means that it can be controlled by other software. This means the action can be scripted and replayed for a dynamic experience without you needing to directly control the movement. The best use case of this so far is synchronising the Handy to videos.

You will find a surprisingly good selection of demo videos available on the Handy website, which you can try out in your browser. All you need to do is enter the connection key for your Handy. You can see examples of this syncing in the video review.

For really mind blowing experiences, you will want to pair this with a VR headset.

SexLikeReal is a third party VR porn marketplace (with original content too), which hosts both videos and funscripts. The scripts sync to The Handy Smart WiFi Connected Penis Masturbator and recreate on screen action. Most scripts need to be purchased separately, but some studios provide them along with a video purchase. Scripts and movies are then stored in your SLR account and can be streamed from anywhere. The SLR app can also act as a player for locally stored movies and scripts that you have downloaded from other sources. With apps available for both desktop and mobile, it is the best solution out there at the moment.

If you are using the Oculus Quest, you will need to sideload the SexLikeReal app. This involves downloading a desktop app, connecting your Quest, and enabling a developer account on your Quest. It is a little more involved, but such is the price of a closed mobile system. But do not worry, there are plenty of guides out there to help you, and I assure you it is worth the effort.

It is worth noting, however, that it is still early days. With an open API just released, the Handy is likely to be integrated into upcoming games and other experiences for a wide variety of platforms. Integration with Holodexxx was just teased, for example.

The pairing process between supported apps and the Handy is far easier than you would imagine. Simply type in the secret connection code you were shown when setting up the Handy. That is it. Assuming your Handy is on, and you have pressed the WiFi button, it will be automatically synced up with whatever you are playing back. If only everything worked this smoothly.

One Size Fits Most

Two features of the Handy really make it stand out from the admittedly limited competition.

The first is the adjustable strap that holds the sleeve. By simply tightening or loosening this, you can change the tightness, similar to if you were gripping the sleeve yourself. If you are larger than average or smaller than average, you will appreciate this immensely.

Secondly, the stroke length can be dynamically scaled even while using pre scripted content, matching the stroke scale to the size of your dick. For those of us who are perhaps shorter than the maximum stroke length the Handy is capable of, a full stroke can often result in the stroker coming right off at the top end. It is awkward, annoying, and pulls you out of the moment. With the Handy, all you need to do is press the down button until things match up. Now a stroke at the top of the video dick corresponds precisely to your own, just as it should be.

Noise Level

While not entirely silent as the Handy site claims, it is undoubtedly quiet enough to use it and not be worried about inquisitive housemates or nosy neighbours. I measured no more than 70 dB on maximum speed, with the microphone right next to it. This is low enough that any other noise source would easily mask it.

How It Compares To Fleshlight Launch

There is only one device out there that compares to The Handy Smart WiFi Connected Penis Masturbator. It is not even on sale anymore. But since I own one, I will summarise the differences here. The Fleshlight Launch, which only works with Fleshlight branded overpriced masturbators, is obscenely loud, bulky, and features an unreliable Bluetooth connection. It does have an internal battery, but as noted earlier, that will degrade over time, rendering the device useless.

Video Review

Short video review of The Handy penis masturbator (contains shots of porn videos on a tablet screen):

Should You Buy The Handy

If you can afford it, the Handy is the best masturbator you will find. It shines when combined with a VR headset, but it is a powerful machine that any dick will love, even without the video sync features. The modular strap design means that you can easily swap out for something else if the included sleeve does not fit you. Or if you are smaller than average, you can tighten it up.

The Handy will turn you into the laziest wanker ever. 10/10.

Buy Yours

Thanks so much to Tigerlily for this fantastic and thorough review of The Handy Smart WiFi Connected Penis Masturbator.

FAQ

Is The Handy worth the price?

Yes. At under $200, Tigerlily rated it 10/10 and praised the power, build quality and unique video syncing that no competitor matches right now.

Can I use other sleeves with The Handy?

Yes. The adjustable strap fits many third party strokers. Very heavy silicone sleeves may be too much for the motor, but small to medium strokers work well.

Does The Handy work with VR and funscripts?

Yes. It syncs with interactive videos and VR via funscripts and supported apps, delivering a highly immersive experience when paired with a headset.

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