Lube Reviews

Lube Reviews: Find the Perfect Lubricant for You

When it comes to enhancing pleasure and comfort, sex lubricants can make all the difference. But with so many options, how do you choose the best one? That’s where my Lube Reviews come in. I personally test and review a wide range of lubricants to help you find the perfect match for your needs.

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What Are the Different Types of Lube?

Not all lubricants are the same, and choosing the right one depends on how you plan to use it. Here are the main types:

Water-Based Lube

Water-based lubricants are the most versatile. They’re safe to use with all sex toys, easy to clean, and available in a variety of formulations. Whether you prefer a light, natural feel or a thick, long-lasting glide, there’s a water-based option for you.

Silicone Lube

Looking for a longer-lasting glide? Silicone-based lubricants don’t dry out quickly, making them perfect for extended pleasure sessions. Contrary to common belief, silicone lube is safe for use with genuine silicone sex toys—just do a patch test first to be sure.

Hybrid Lube

A mix of water and silicone, hybrid lubricants offer the best of both worlds. They provide the slickness of silicone while remaining easy to clean like water-based lubes. Many hybrids are also safe for a variety of toy materials.

Anal Lube

Since the anal area doesn’t produce its own natural lubrication, a thicker, long-lasting anal lube is essential for comfort and safety. Many anal lubes are silicone-based or hybrid for extra cushioning.

Oil-Based Lube

Great for massage and masturbation, oil-based lubricants provide a rich, smooth texture. However, they’re not compatible with latex condoms and can be harder to clean.

Sexual Lubricant Guides

I have written a series of guides to sexual lubricants, please find them below:

Why Use Lube?

Adding a quality lubricant to your play can:

  • Enhance comfort and prevent friction
  • Increase sensitivity for heightened pleasure
  • Make sex toys and penetrative play more enjoyable
  • Help if your body doesn’t produce enough natural lubrication

Honest, Thorough Lube Reviews You Can Trust

I believe in real, hands-on testing, so my Lube Reviews offer detailed insights into texture, longevity, compatibility, and overall performance. Whether you’re looking for the best anal lube, a toy-safe option, or a luxurious hybrid, you’ll find genuine recommendations here.

Disclaimer: this page contains sponsored reviews with affiliate links.

System JO Premium Silicone Lube Review

9 out of 10
When Cara gave us the opportunity to test this System JO Premium Silicone Lube as part of the Pleasure Panel we were delighted to be trying something new. We've been users of lube for years now and have always opted for the water based lubricants.

System JO Premium Silicone Lube Review

9 out of 10
I have two things to admit before I start this System JO Premium Silicone Lube review.

System JO H2O Flavoured Water Based Lubricant Review (Various Flavours)

9 out of 10
Price:
£5.95
Brand:
System JO
Materials:
Water
I received three sachets of the System JO H2O Flavoured Water Based Lubricant (in three different flavours) to test and review. They are all 3ml sachets with basically the same design on the front, just different colours and a different photo of whatever the flavour is. Clearly this is water-based lube, since it has "H2O" in massive letters on the front.

Cock Candy Strawberry Flavoured Lube Review

8 out of 10
Price:
£5.25
Brand:
MEO
Shop:
MEO.de
Materials:
Water
...seeing the MEO Cock Candy collection had me very intrigued and I gave into temptation. The Cock Candy Strawberry Flavoured Lube comes in an easy squirt bottle, I think if it was a pump option I wouldn't have been as impressed as these sometimes can be a little difficult to fiddle with in the heat of the moment but no, it makes things super easy to drizzle and gives just the right desired amount.

System JO Strawberry Oral Delight Arousal Gel Review

3 out of 10
I have never tried any type of oral gel before, however, I was game for my first time when offered the opportunity to road-test this System JO Strawberry Oral Delight Arousal Gel.

System JO Coconut Oil Hybrid Lube Review

9 out of 10
The System JO Coconut Oil lube is a thing of wonder, for so many reasons. Firstly, I wonder what the instructions and warning say on the side of the bottle; the font is so incredibly tiny I am completely unable to read it, and am now waiting for an appointment with my optometrist.

System JO Coconut Oil Hybrid Lube Review

4 out of 10
Cara Sutra chose me to review the silicone-free System JO Coconut Oil Hybrid Lube. I was interested in it due to its ingredients. It claims to be a fusion of water and coconut oil. I haven't tried coconut oil as a lubricant but I've heard lots about it, so naturally I was curious.

Cock Candy Vanilla Flavoured Lube Review

1 out of 10
Price:
£5.25
Brand:
MEO
Shop:
MEO.de
Materials:
Water
I jumped at the opportunity to review the Cock Candy Vanilla Flavoured Lube from MEO for the Cara Sutra sex blog. I am always curious about flavoured gels. I like to know if they make any difference to myself or my partner during oral sex.

Cock Candy Cherry Flavoured Lube Review

10 out of 10
Price:
£5.25
Brand:
MEO
Shop:
MEO.de
Materials:
Water
I squeezed a good amount of the Cock Candy Cherry Flavoured Lube on to the penis, what I thought was the right amount to use. I was really expecting to get that awful chemical after-taste you usually get with these kinds of products - you know the one I mean, the one that leaves you gagging for a drink to take the taste away. To my utter surprise this oral sex gel is really tasty and actually tastes like morello cherries.

System JO Hybrid Lubricant Review

8 out of 10
Overall the System JO Hybrid Lubricant is a nice, almost gel like lubricant which covers well and lasts a good length of time, I did not have to reapply during any of my sessions despite only using a small amount. As a bonus, the handy and compact 30ml sized bottle means it could slip easily into an overnight bag for fun on the move.

MEO Extreme Anal Lube Review

6 out of 10
Price:
£15.00
Brand:
MEO
Shop:
MEO.de
On the cold toys the MEO Extreme Anal Lube was quite thick and I needed, what seemed like, a lot to cover them to my satisfaction. On first insertion the lube was a little “grabby” and not as slippy as I would have liked, but it go better as it warmed up. It became obvious at this point that the numbing effect is only skin deep and didn’t affect the inner sphincter muscles.

Durex Sexlection Gift Box: Sexy Selection Box Reviews

8 out of 10
The brand is best known for their ever-reliable condoms, various types of sexual lubricants as well as introductory sex toys. The launch of the Durex Sexlection Gift Box is an exciting entry for Valentine's Gifts and Christmas Gifts for couples. I hope to publish more sexy selection box reviews here at the Cara Sutra sex blog shortly.

System JO For Women Agapé Water Based Lube Review

10 out of 10
Price:
£5.95
Brand:
System JO
Materials:
Water
The System JO For Women Agapé Water Based Lube mimics my natural wetness and is a pleasure to wank with. It doesn’t go tacky, a little goes a long way and it leaves no residue afterwards either. It kinda comes out slightly gel like and melts.

System JO H2O Black Licorice Flavoured Lube Review

5 out of 10
Price:
£10.50
Brand:
System JO
Materials:
Water
As soon as I opened it (you have to unscrew it for first use so you can remove the hygiene seal) the scent hit me, and it was not the scent I was expecting. This smelt really intensely of aniseed, and I was strongly reminded of when I was employed as bar staff in a working men’s club and all the little old dears drank Pernod.

System JO H2O Red Licorice Flavoured Lube Review

7 out of 10
Price:
£10.50
Brand:
System JO
Materials:
Water
When I opened the bottle the faint strawberry scent reminded me of something but I just couldn’t put my finger on it. The taste was quite sweet but had a weird slightly aniseed aftertaste that made it taste kind of medicinal. I’m not sure I’d buy it again but I didn’t dislike it. One for quick blow jobs rather than lingering ones I think.

Cock Candy Strawberry Kiwi Flavoured Lube Review

10 out of 10
Price:
£5.25
Brand:
MEO
Shop:
MEO.de
Materials:
Water
Though not as glorious as its sibling, Pina Colada, the Cock Candy Strawberry Kiwi Flavoured Lube is one of the most authentic tasting oral sex gels out there.

Cock Candy Pina Colada Flavoured Lube Review

10 out of 10
Price:
£5.25
Brand:
MEO
Shop:
MEO.de
Materials:
Water
My desire to give all the blow jobs recently went through the roof. Why? This Cock Candy Pina Colada Flavoured Lube from MEO. The stuff is delicious! Seriously, if it was even remotely sensible I’d be happy to stick it and a shot of Bacardi in a glass and slam it. I’ve had pre-packaged Pina Coladas that weren’t nearly as tasty as this, and although it has the same kind of sweetness you get from a pre-made cocktail, you don’t get the artificial, chemically aftertaste associated with many flavoured lubes. Bonus!

System JO Oral Delight Arousal Gel Peppermint Review

1 out of 10
In the end - five hours later - she was still sore and uncomfortable, we tried more traditional sexual activity and succeeded, but still with tenderness and a little too much discomfort to be fully pleasurable and now more than 12 hours later she is still in a bit of discomfort.

System JO Cranberry Massage Glide Lube Review

4 out of 10
Testing the System JO Cranberry Massage Glide Lube turned out to be quite a journey for me. I went from loving it, to rather blasé feelings, and ultimately now find it quite a chore to use! Never before has a lube started off so promising and ended up being overlooked in the end by my other options.

Sliquid Ride Bodyworx Water Based Lube Review

9 out of 10
Price:
£15.95
Brand:
Sliquid
Materials:
Water
I'd like to thank Cara for sending over some sachets of Sliquid Ride Bodyworx Water Based Lube to test and review as part of the Pleasure Panel. Each sachet of this lube has 5ml of water based lubricant. My first impression of the Sliquid Ride Bodyworx Water Based Lube was that the packaging was very masculine orientated. I turned over the sachet to find that it was made by Sliquid and I knew it would be of a high standard.