After a slightly longer than anticipated wait, I am finally pleased to bring you our second LELO prostate massager review – and believe me, it has been worth the wait.
We’ve already taken a look at the LOKI, but the one I was most excited about trying was the HUGO. When I first saw the image of the HUGO, I couldn’t help but think it sort of looked like the Rosa by L’Amourose, however this had one huge difference – it was remote controlled. If you’ve read my reviews of the Rosa, you’ll know that my ultimate wish for those, was to have a remote controlled version, as the controls are so fiddly once it’s in use. I was hoping the HUGO would justify my want.
The great thing about this household, is that there are 2 of us with prostates, so we were able to tag-team both the HUGO and the BRUNO (review coming soon) – and let me tell you, boy that was a fun session! But i’ve kept you waiting long enough… let’s dive in and see how we got on.
First Impressions
Now for reasons that are unknown to me, the HUGO I received was not presented in it’s usual packaging. It was sealed up in bubble wrap, but still contained everything that would be included in a regular purchase. The actual packaging is similar to the LOKI – a crocodile skin effect cardboard box with a clear window in the lid, allowing you to see the toy inside.
Inside the box, you’ll get the HUGO, the remote, a storage bag, USB cable, Manual, Sachet of lube, Warranty card and a key to unlock the battery compartment on the remote (which requires 2 x AAA batteries). If the presentation is anything like in the LOKI, it’s nice and feels truly luxurious.
HUGO is coated in LELO’s deliciously smooth and silky silicone and features a gold ABS plastic base, imprinted with the LELO insignia. There is a little cap next to this which hides the charging port. Simply plug it in and then you can charge it either via your computer, or USB wall plug. Charging takes approximately 2 hours and will give you around about 2 hours of play time.
The toy has 2 powerful motors, one in the angled shaft, and a second on the perineal arm which provides external stimulation. There are 6 modes of regular vibrations and 2 SenseMotion modes (which I will get onto shortly). It has an insertable length of 3.5 inches and a girth of just over 4 inches, making it suitable for almost any experience level.
In Use
You can use the HUGO in 2 ways – either with the remote, or without the remote. To use with the remote, you simply press the Plus (+) button on the remote, then then press the button on the base of the HUGO once. The remote should then start to vibrate, along with the HUGO. Pressing the middle button on the remote cycles it through the 2 SenseMotion modes, and then each additional press takes you through the different patterns. You can then control the intensity by pressing the plus and minus buttons.
If you want to use the HUGO without the remote, simply just press the button on the base of the toy – DON’T touch the buttons on the remote. You can then just press the button on the base of the toy to again, cycle through the 6 different patterns.
I was so extremely excited to give this a try. It’s slightly smaller than the Rosa, so I decided that I wouldn’t attempt any warm up, especially as LELO say that this is supposed to be a good size for beginners as well, so I wanted to test out their theory. With a generous helping of water-based lube, I got into position and began to insert.
Initially, I did meet a little bit of resistance. The curve here is slightly more pronounced that on the LOKI, but with a couple of deep breaths, I completely relaxed and it soon slipped in with ease. Thanks to the very thin base, it came to rest comfortably, with the secondary motor now nestled up against my perineum.
I decided for my first time out, I would go remote controlled, so I could just lay there and get a feel for all of the vibrations. So with 3 presses of the remote, I was soon buzzing away on the first constant pattern, at it’s lowest speed. Even on it’s lowest speed, it’s got a decent rumble and a good amount of power – enough to have you sit up and say “Oh, hello…!”.
Speaking of which, sitting up on the HUGO is easy and comfortable. It’s been designed to fit within the natural contours of the body, so you can sit and rock on the HUGO without it feeling uncomfortable. This also intensifies the sensation as this pushes the tip firmer towards the prostate. I tried for a while, to walk around with the HUGO inside, and whilst it wasn’t necessarily unpleasant, I much prefer to sit/lie with this sort of toy. I’d save walking around for plugs.
As I started to work my way up the speeds, I couldn’t help but let out a mild giggle of shock. For it’s size, it really does pack a punch – I think the vibrations are almost on the same level as the Rosa. Not quite, but it’s VERY very close. Immediately I also noted that this is ever so slightly stronger than the LOKI. Remember how I said I was desperate for the LOKI to just go that one notch higher? Yeah, the HUGO goes there. And a bit more, I reckon.
I soon switched on to the second pattern, which is a pulsing setting. The 2 powerful motors pulse together, providing exquisite stimulation on the inside, and then you get the external tickle as well. I lay there for what felt like hours, just enjoying the sensations – the HUGO does leave you feeling surprisingly full. I soon began to feel a tingle over my body, and I knew that an orgasm was imminent. As I lay on my back, I began to ‘thrust’ my hips a little, which moved the HUGO inside, putting more pressure on the prostate. And with very minimal effort on my part, I felt a huge wave of energy pulsate through my body and then I began to shudder in orgasm.
On it’s second outing, I used the HUGO without the remote. Here, things get intense pretty much from the get go as you can’t control the intensity of the vibrations using it this way. So it’s pretty much “HOLY SHIT” right off the bat. For those of you who absolutely crave power, and need power straight away, then this mode will be perfect for you. For those of you who enjoy the power, but also like the warm up – then I would definitely stick to using it with the remote.
The third time HUGO came out, I gave it to my husband to try, and I lay next to him with BRUNO, so we could play together. He to started without a warm up, just a good coating of lube. He said it slipped inside extremely easily and comfortably, and also left him feeling full as well. As I introduced him to the different patterns (and the power) I figured this would be an excellent opportunity to explore the SenseMotion mode.
SenseMotion
A little while ago, we reviewed the Smart Wand which boasted ‘SenseTouch’ technology. This was supposed to be a unique mode, where the vibrations emitted by the wand were varied, based on the amount of pressure applied. Unfortunately, in practice – it just didn’t work. So I was slightly concerned that in this case, SenseMotion was going to be another useless gimmick that adds nothing. To my surprise, not only does the SenseMotion work, I definitely think it adds another dimension to play.
To use the SenseMotion mode, you need to just turn the remote and the toy on. Both will start to vibrate at a low level. On the first SenseMotion mode, as you tilt the remote, the intensity of the vibrations will increase. As soon as the remote is tilted 90 degrees, it’s at it’s highest speed. Laying it flat again, reduces it down to the lowest speed.
Pressing the middle button will take you to the second SenseMotion mode. This time, you simply just ‘shake’ the remote. The more vigorous you shake it, the more intense the vibrations are. What I like about the remote, is that it also vibrates along with the HUGO – so you know exactly what setting you have it and what intensity.
So with the MR now completely at my whim, I began to use the SenseMotion to tease him. Letting it sit there on a low setting before twirling the remote around in my fingers, creating a unique pulsing sensation that had him writhing and wriggling around. I can already see this working well with someone being blind-folded and restrained… ooh that’s an idea for next time!
The ‘Shake’ function is begging to be used during masturbation – using an elastic band (or similar) to secure the remote to my hand, I can then stroke and the speed of my stroke will then affect the speed of the HUGO… Oh yeah. But that’s for another day….
As we both lay there with our respective toys buzzing away, we soon reached the pinnacle of pleasure and whilst touching each other, we both reached climax at the same time. It was powerful, slightly disorientating and admittedly, I was left very out of breath. He was laying there completely drenched in sweat and was huffing and puffing away too. I’m pretty sure this means it was a success.
Clean-up and Maintenance
HUGO is completely waterproof, so can be taken into the bath or shower for some aquatic fun. This also means cleaning is a breeze. Simply rinse with warm water and some toy cleaner, before drying throughly and storing it away in the provided silk storage bag – which is big enough to hold HUGO, the remote and the Key. You can also just about fit the USB cable as well.
Summary
Well I have to say, LELO are definitely on to a winner here. All of the short-comings that the LOKI has, have been addressed with the HUGO. It’s definitely got more power too it, and the secondary motor provides the extra stimulation I need to take me over the edge. The remote is definitely a very welcome addition and offers some exciting new ways to play, especially with a partner. It doesn’t quite top the Rosa for me, but I was totally surprised with how well this worked, and I am so glad to add it to my collection.
The downside? The price. It’s more expensive than most of the other luxury prostate toys out there. Is it worth it? It’s got the power, it’s remote controlled and the added SenseMotion function can certainly kick things up a notch when playing with somebody else. If you’ve ummed and err’ed about getting the Rosa, then perhaps you should just take the plunge with the HUGO – you’re getting a similar kind of power and sensation, but the remote certainly makes things easier and more fun.
Where to Buy
If you would like to get hold of the HUGO, it retails at around £159 and can be ordered from the following places:
LELO / Lovehoney / Simply Pleasure
I would like to thank LELO who sent out the HUGO to me for free in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts, opinions and experiences dictated in this review are 100% genuine and my own. Remember, your own mileage may vary with this product. Affiliate links have been used within this post.
The Lowdown | LELO HUGO Remote Controlled Prostate Massager
Pros: Powerful, smaller size gives wider appeal, the remote control with added SenseMotion kicks things up a gear for some serious solo/couple fun.
Cons: Very pricey
Bottom Line: If you have the cash to spare, I would definitely recommend. It’s powerful, quiet and will be forever thinking of different ways to utilise the SenseMotion. For once, a gimmick that pays off!
November 11, 2015
So… If you where only going to have one… Hugo or revo stealth 2?
November 11, 2015
Hugo. Hands down.
December 18, 2015
Great review. If you had to choose; Lelo Hugo or L’Amourose Rosa?
February 12, 2016
It’s a tough call and really depends on my mood.. but currently – it’s the HUGO.
January 23, 2016
I’m a straight guy (if that matters) that bought this after trying putting a finger up my ass while watching porn, thinking this would give me giant erections/orgasms…….I tried it for at least half an hour for the first time tonight and it just simply doesn’t work for me…..my finger(s) were better……am I doing something wrong?
February 12, 2016
It’s not necessarily that you are doing anything ‘wrong’ but giving up after just one half-hour session seems a bit premature. You have to remember that every body reacts differently, and if i’m reading your post correctly, it sounds like you’ve never used anything like this before, and you’ve kind of ruined it by putting a lot of pressure on yourself to achieve something straight away, that many people take days/weeks/months to achieve.
In order to get the best results, you need to:
1) RELAX. Don’t go in expecting a lot to happen otherwise nothing will!
2) SET THE MOOD. Whether you put on some porn or sit in a darkened room with candlelight – whatever you need to do to get you ‘in the mood’ – do it.
3) TAKE IT SLOW. When you are ready, insert your toy slowly, and then turn it on. Slowly explore the different patterns and speeds before finding one that you really like and just go with it.
If you’ve never used anything like this before, you essentially need to train your body to react to this kind of sensation. Just take it slow, and don’t give up.
March 19, 2016
Is there a way to turn off the remote vibration?
March 23, 2016
Do you need to use a condom over the inserted parts?
Also the inserted part looks big. Is the HUGO good for beginners?
March 23, 2016
(Trying to type this again as my email address was incorrect)
Do you need to use a condom?
The ‘head’ looks large to insert. Is the HUGO ok for beginners?
March 31, 2016
Is the motor on the Hugo as quiet as the one on the rosa?
From what I’ve seen I like the Hugo better but noiseyness is a concern for me
March 31, 2016
Without doing some sort of fancy science experiment, I would say they are comparable in sound. Either way, using the Hugo in a closed bedroom, under the covers – you cannot hear it at all.
April 9, 2016
Hi.. My idea is to keep Hugo in my bum and then dress over it, with my partner retaining the control of the remote. Is it practical? Can Hugo be used to serve this purpose? Noise; impression on my clothes; and vibrations on the surfaces i am sitting on are a concern. Can you help?
April 13, 2016
So YES I think it’s doable. The HUGO sits in quite comfortably anyway – but if you wore a tight-fitting pair of pants over the top, it will certainly secure it in place. You shouldn’t really see much of a bump, and i’ve found the remote to be super responsive. Whilst it’s not super-loud, it’s not super-quiet either – You may be able to get away with it on the lower settings, if you are in a crowded and noisy place) – and sitting on hard surfaces will be a no-no. But softer seats/couches – might be OK. It might be something that you’ll have to test out at home before taking it out on the road.
April 15, 2016
thanks for the response.. totally appreciate it.. going to order it soon..
May 2, 2016
I seem to be one of those unfortunate users of the Hugo who find it has a tendency to slip out during usage. For something designed to be “hands free”, I found this to be a huge disappointment when you consider the cost. I am not sure why this specific prostate massager is doing that. I’ve used several over the years, and even the LELO Loki, which is not specifically designed to be “hands free”, has no problem staying in place.
For reference, other massagers I have used and still own are the Aneros Vice, Lux LX-3 Plus, and Jopen Ego E4. The latter two are designed much like the Hugo in an “L” shape, and neither of these will slip out during use.
Compared to the Hugo, do you find the L’Amourose Rosa more “secure” during use? I don’t requrie intense vibration (in fact, I prefer low to moderate levels). I do like the Loki in that its vibrations, even at lower levels, is more than sufficient. I have considered the Loki Wave, but that may be somewhat redundant with the Loki.
May 2, 2016
Hmmm it’s a tricky one. I’m wondering if it possibly a size issue? The HUGO has a much shorter shaft, so perhaps you just aren’t able to get much of a purchase on it?
Sadly, it’s not an exact science. I can tell you that the Rosa stayed in place for me. But then again, so did the HUGO. However, if the likes of the LOKI have been able to stay in, then I’m quietly confident that the ROSA would also be a good ‘fit’.
May 9, 2016
What I am posting is not really a comment on the review, which is excellent, as already mentioned by me in my previous comments.
I bought Hugo and have tried it 2-3 times now. I am here just to share my experience. I liked it and I could even walk around with it, without having to worry about it slipping out of me. The only concern I had was that it was able to stimulate my organ (properly) only when pushed deeper. So one of my hands was constantly occupied pushing and pressing my Hugo deeper inside so as to be able to make it reach the point where I wanted it to reach. I even tried sitting with it inside me, believing that that will push it deep, but it wasn’t much help.
I may not be too satisfied but I am certainly not unsatisfied. I am going to give it few more tries before completely giving up on it. But as of now, I feel my fingers did the job better. They would take me almost all the way to achieving an orgasm without stimulating my p…., before my arm would get cramped up. I hope to achieve the same result from Hugo. Will let you guys know the day I do.
September 1, 2016
I have to agree with you, Adi. I’ve spent the last few days with the Hugo, and in all honesty, I’m finding it a little difficult. For starters, it’s very uncomfortable to insert, and once it’s in, it never really feels like it’s in properly for me. Then when I try to lay down on a bed or a chair, it pops straight out again. I now sit with my legs up on a desk, spread slight as I hold it in place with one hand. Again, it just never feels like it’s reaching the right spot. I seem to get more direct stimulation by using the Aneros MGX – which is much thinner in design. I’m not going to give up on it just yet, as it’s still early days (I’ve only owned the product for a few days). But I’m certainly finding it a little difficult to enjoy, despite the wonderful SenseMotion and powerful buzz modes. I feel the Rosa would be more along the lines of getting to the right P-spot, but the size worries me. I’m 6’2, straight male, and have only been using the MGX up until a few days ago. I feel I’m a long way from prostate nirvana yet. But I’ll stick with it as the bloody thing cost a fortune.
March 27, 2017
Does the Hugo have the sme “come hither” motion as the Loki Wave?
March 27, 2017
Unfortunately, it does not.
March 27, 2017
In that case, would you recommend the Hugo or the Loki Wave for a curious, straight guy who’s a beginner and had very limited experience with anal play, but who’s very interested in exploring prostrate stimulation?
By the way, thanks for the blog, all of the great information, the details, and your enthusiasm! Rock on!
March 27, 2017
Out of those two, probably the HUGO. I think the size and shape are a bit more beginner friendly, but also, the shape as well. You can lie or sit with it, whereas with the WAVE, you are limited into what positions you can use it in, and as I recently discovered with the Prostate Rabbit, sitting and grinding on it feels pretty darn good!
January 9, 2018
Can you learn to spell, PLEASE? Do you know that “its” doesn’t always require an apostrophe? I hope English is not your first language.
January 9, 2018
Thank you for the eloquent feedback. Its always lovely to hear from a fan. It’s been a real treat to come home to lovely comments like this.
January 23, 2018
Excellent Site, wonderful reviews with color, commentary and the technical info you need to make an informed purchase. Keep up the great work. Just wanted you to know ITS much appreciated.
February 12, 2018
I’ve only ever had one anal toy, the Billy, and though I liked the feeling of it, it did require ‘hands on’ – because of the controls, and because it would easily pop out. I also noticed it felt better if I pushed it in a bit more, so perhaps it was a bit short. My question: I broke my Billy (left it for prolonged period of time in contact with a fleshlight, which did something to the material that made it bigger and come loose from the plastic) and I am looking for an improved replacement. Is the HUGO it? Or, based on my experience with the Billy, would you expect it to slide out as well? Is it longer than the Billy? Thanks for the reviews!
June 28, 2018
The HUGO is definitely an upgrade from the Billy, and because of the extended perineal arm; it’s a lot easier to keep hold of. It’s not longer, I’d say it’s about the same length. If you preferred the style of the Billy, then you might like the Backdoor Rabbit from The Rabbit Company https://thebiggayreview.com/rabbit-company-backdoor-rabbit/ – Hands down one of my favourite toys; prefer it to the LELO equivalent.
June 25, 2018
Quick question – I’m used to using oil based lubes and insertable objects that can tolerate oils. Water based always seems to get sticky and dry out quickly.
My concern here is this: is the texture of this massager such that will enable smooth, super-slippery insertion or do I just need to get over oils and find the right water-based lube?
I’m used to baby oil and disposable (cucumbers) so you can imagine what I’m up against. Will they make a cleanable oil based massager or does anyone else experience what I’m talking about and are these materials (HUGO, etc.) better these days? Thanks.
June 28, 2018
Have you tried Sliquid Sassy? It’s a water-based anal lube and I personally have never had an issue with that drying out too quickly or becoming sticky. It’s relatively affordable and stocked by most retailers.
Hybrid lubes are also a good way to go; combining the easy cleaning of water-based lube with the long lasting effects of a silicone lube: https://thebiggayreview.com/formula-x-anal-injection-lube/ I’ve been using this one from MEO a lot and it’s pretty good. Others I have tried and liked: https://thebiggayreview.com/system-jo-hybrid-lube/, https://thebiggayreview.com/mister-b-load-hybrid-lubricant/ and https://thebiggayreview.com/meo-hybrid-lubricant/.
As for the HUGO, it still would definitely benefit from a little lube; the silicone isn’t particularly draggy but regardless of how experienced someone might be, I always advocate using lube to ensure no injuries!
Hope this helps!