The BMS Essential Bullet is very strong for a small, budget-friendly bullet. Its wide power range sets it apart from other inexpensive bullets. It’s the only option I’ve tested with soft, medium, and intense power levels at this price point. 

This broad range is excellent for those who enjoy strength but also need gentle settings while warming up. It’s also great for beginners who want to learn their preferred power range (not everyone loves extreme power).

The BMS Bullet has 4 total power levels, with the first starting at 2.5 out of 10 vibration strength. This great warm-up level is comfortable for those who are easily overstimulated. The top strength reaches 7.75 out of 10, which is intense and packs plenty of power for most people.

With only 4 settings, it doesn’t have as many power levels in each range as some bullets, like the BMS Swan Maximum Bullet or Pillow Talk Racy, which both have continuous power ranges that gradually increase in tiny steps. But for the price, the BMS Essential has a great power range.

The We-Vibe Tango has an excellent power range. It’s a great option for someone wanting soft, moderate, and intense power levels in one bullet.

The We-Vibe Tango begins with 2.5 out of 10 vibration strength, which provides an excellent warm-up. Low levels like this are useful in the beginning to prevent overstimulation. And some people prefer mild vibrations the entire time. The two middle levels are moderately powerful, with reasonably gradual steps between intensities.

Then, the top strength reaches 7.75 out of 10 vibration strength. This is plenty of power for me to orgasm with, though I typically use the top strength and am glad it’s not any less powerful. The highest setting is not so intense that it feels overwhelming to me.

If you enjoy extreme power, there are some stronger bullet vibrators like the Blush Limited Addiction or FemmeFunn Ultra Bullet. Each has a top power level that is too intense for me personally, but they lack gentle settings.

The We-Vibe Tango’s 4 power settings provide a great variety to ensure you find a comfortable and stimulating level. It will satisfy all except those who need extreme power.

We rate bullets with rumbly vibrations higher than those with buzzy ones because it’s what most people prefer. Some people, including myself, still appreciate a neutral feeling or even slightly buzzy vibrations. 

The BMS Essential Bullet has acceptable rumbliness but won’t satisfy those prioritizing deep rumbliness. Only the lowest power level falls in the rumbly range. And since that power level is a 2.5 out of 10 intensity, most people will only use this level while warming up.

The two middle power levels are in the neutral range, and I consider the top strength “moderately buzzy.” I personally enjoy all 4 of its power levels.

If deeper rumbliness is a high priority, you’ll have to increase your budget a bit. The Pillow Talk Racy is the most affordable option with great rumbliness. Or the Original We-Vibe Tango, which is being sold at a discount while stock remains.

We rate rumbly vibrations higher than buzzy ones because most people prefer deep, low-frequency vibrations.

The We-Vibe Tango is incredibly rumbly. Of all the bullet vibrators I’ve tested, only the upgraded We-Vibe Tango X is more rumbly. The Tango’s first 3 power levels are extremely rumbly. Its rumbliness is especially impressive considering its strength – vibrators always become buzzier as you increase power. But even the Tango’s highest strength remains moderately rumbly.

Powerful, deep vibrations typically come with a high price tag. But since the Tango is no longer in production and is being sold at a discount, it’s currently the most affordable rumbly bullet.

The BMS Bullet has mostly precise stimulation because it’s a thin, small bullet. So whether you use the very tip or the side of the bullet, it covers a fairly limited surface area.

This is great if you like focused clitoral stimulation. For those who enjoy a bit more breadth, you can’t spread the pressure out much as you can with a wider bullet like the Blush Limited Addiction or Satisfyer Ultra Power Bullet 5. How much precision you enjoy is entirely a personal preference. 

The We-Vibe Tango is best for those who prefer precise stimulation because of its thin (0.67 inches) lipstick-shaped tip. This design covers a small area, so it’s great at hitting a specific spot without affecting other areas where you don’t want vibrations much.

You can achieve a bit broader coverage by pressing the Tango’s side to your body to spread the vibrations out more. But it’s easiest to use for focused stimulation.

The BMS Essential Bullet has below-average comfort and ease of use. It can be tiring to use for extended periods because of the small size and vibrations in your hand. 

You can adjust your hold on the bullet to limit how distracting the vibrations feel in your hand. I find they’re worse if you’re holding the bullet loosely or at the very end. But they lessen if you grip the bullet tightly. They’ll be noticeable throughout your experience, though.

Since it’s so short, it takes effort to grip the end tightly, and it’s difficult to leverage the bullet. It takes effort from your fingers and arm to maneuver and press it where you want. Longer bullets like the Blush Limited Addiction provide more space to grip, and you can leverage them more easily with minimal finger-work.

The BMS Essential bullet also uses a one-button control system. You’ll use a single button to cycle through all 4 power levels and 5 vibration patterns. So, to move backward, you’ll need to press the button several times. Or I find it easier to simply turn the bullet off and back on again to start over at the lowest intensity. It’s manageable but could be better. 

I prefer bullets with separate buttons to increase and decrease power, like the Blush Limited Addiction or We-Vibe Tango X.

The We-Vibe Tango is comfortable and easy to use. The thin, firm core makes it easy to maneuver and leverage to hit your desired spot.

The vibrations don’t travel much into my hand while I’m using it, so it’s very comfortable to grip.

You control the Tango with a single button on the toy’s base. You’ll cycle through the 4 power settings and 4 patterns. I prefer the multi-button system of the updated We-Vibe Tango X, which lets you increase or decrease power instead of cycling through levels. But if you don’t want to spend the extra money to upgrade, the Tango’s cycle setup just takes some getting used to.

At most, you’re 8 clicks away from your desired setting since there are only a few intensity levels and patterns. And the button placement is ideal –  I don’t have to adjust my natural grip on the bullet to press the button.

The BMS Essential Bullet is difficult to use during sex because it’s so short that you have to reach down farther than usual, so then your hand takes up too much space. 

Even in fairly open positions like Spooning, the long reach required to use the BMS Essential is tiring. And your hand gets particularly in the way in positions like Missionary where space is already limited. Your partner may need to keep penetration shallow to avoid bumping into your hand. And your hand is so scrunched up that maneuvering the bullet in this tight space is tricky.

If you want a cheap bullet to use during sex and want a comfortable, less-distracting experience, I’d recommend the Blush Limited Addiction instead. The Blush Limited Addiction is much easier to maneuver because it’s still small enough to fit into tight spaces. But it’s long enough to leverage it easily, giving your hand plenty of room.

The We-Vibe Tango is great during sex. The rumbly vibrations travel deeper into your body and affect a wider area, which is helpful so that you don’t have to pay much attention to precisely positioning the bullet. I find these rumbly vibrations enhance sex without feeling overstimulating.

The thin design allows the Tango to slip into tight spaces easily and helps me keep good contact with my body. The original Tango is a half-inch shorter than the We-Vibe Tango X. The shorter length makes it a bit more challenging to grip during sex than the newer model. You have to pinch the end to hold it, but it’s still pretty easy.

The We-Vibe Tango is a good, affordable option if you want a bullet to use frequently during sex.

The BMS Essential Bullet is discreet. Even though it may have some louder decibel measurement than my other bullets (most bullets are very quiet), it’s still completely inaudible from behind a closed bedroom door. 

People outside your room won’t hear it. But the sound might distract you if you’re especially sensitive to noise. I consider myself fairly sensitive to sound and am not personally distracted by the BMS Essential Bullet’s noise. 

If you’re easily annoyed by vibration sounds, the Pillow Talk Racy and Pillow Talk Flirty are two of my quietest, relatively budget-friendly bullets.

The We-Vibe Tango has passable noise levels, but there are quieter bullet vibrators.

When the Tango is not pressed against your body, it can sometimes make a rattling sound. On the two highest levels, if I don’t keep the bullet pressed to my skin, my partner can hear the rattle from the other side of the bedroom door.

Turning on a box fan or playing music masks this noise entirely. So, if you live with others, you’ll want to keep the bullet in contact with your body or add background noise to cover the sound.

If noise is a big concern to you, the Pillow Talk Racy covers a similar power range but is inaudible behind a closed door on all settings.

The BMS Essential Bullet has reasonable battery life, lasting 75 minutes on high power during our testing. While there are longer-lasting bullet vibrators, 75 minutes is about average for bullets of this strength. And the manufacturer lists only 30 minutes on high, but my tests yielded much longer results, so I was happy with its performance.

This is ideal if you often forget to charge between uses. And you’ll extend the battery life beyond 75 minutes if you typically use some of the low or medium power levels too.

The We-Vibe Tango is rechargeable and has a great battery life. During our tests, it lasted 95 minutes, continuously vibrating on high power. This is more than most people will use in a session, and I can enjoy it multiple times without charging between uses.

The BMS Essential Bullet has a decent build quality. It has not given me any issues, but it feels a bit cheap. It’s the least expensive bullet I’ve tested, so I don’t expect a luxury or heavy-duty build. 

It’s made primarily of a silky lightweight ABS plastic, which feels thin but reasonably sturdy. Only the button is a more luxurious silicone material. It uses a charging system most sex toys have moved away from. You insert a charging pin through the self-healing silicone button into the toy. I’ve never experienced an issue with this charging mechanism, but it feels like it could damage the toy after a very long time.

It’s a nice toy to experiment on and figure out what you like, but not something you’d expect to last forever.

I base my ratings of Build Quality on my experience and how the toy “feels” to me unless I experience a substantial issue like the toy breaking. So we don’t weigh this score too highly. But if you’re looking for something that feels more solid, the Nasstoys Travel Vibe Mini is the cheapest bullet that felt exceptionally sturdy to me.

The We-Vibe Tango has a simple but great build quality. I love how the weight falls towards the tip, and it’s a comfortable amount of weight that gives it a sturdy and luxurious feel. The ABS Plastic construction does not feel too lightweight or cheap. I can apply solid pressure without feeling like I’ll damage the Tango.

It’s less luxurious than the new We-Vibe Tango X, which has a more comfortable silicone handle.

The BMS Essential Bullet is 100% waterproof, making it easy to clean. You can completely submerge it while scrubbing it with soap and water.

The We-Vibe Tango is completely waterproof, making it easy to clean. You can submerge the Tango in soapy water and scrub away without worry of water damage.