The Fun Factory Laya III has a fantastic, wide power range, beginning softly and finishing intensely.

The first of 7 settings is a 1 out of 10 vibration strength, so those worried about overstimulation have gentle levels to enjoy. The first couple of settings feel especially “tappy,” which is a stimulating warmup without feeling overwhelming at all.

Power lovers will also be happy with the substantial top strength of 7.75. While there are a few more powerful bullet and mini vibrators, like the BMS Swan Maximum, the Laya has plenty of strength for me and most people. I orgasm on any preset power level between 4 and 7 – I usually don’t need to use the top strength.

Steps between settings are also comfortably gradual. You can also press and hold the “+” and “-” buttons to make micro-adjustments to the strength. This means it’s easy to find your ideal intensity and keep the journey comfortable.

The Magic Wand Micro has 3 power levels in a very tight range – they’re all mid-powered. The lowest setting is a 4.5 out of 10 strength, and the highest is 5.5 (on a scale compared to other mini and bullet vibrators). Compared to the larger Magic Wands, the Micro is substantially weaker.

The Micro has enough strength for me to orgasm, but it takes some effort. Some days, it feels just right, and others, I want a little more power. When I’m going for a second “O,” I definitely need more strength.

Its narrow power range is the Magic Wand Micro’s biggest drawback. Since the Micro’s range is so limited, it’s hard to predict whether it will suit your preferences. Plus, many people need gentle levels while warming up and intense levels to finish. Mini vibrators with a broader power range are simply more versatile.

If you typically need both gentle and intense levels, the We-Vibe Touch X or Lovense Ambi are better mini vibrators for you. If you only need moderate intensity, you’ll enjoy the Magic Wand Micro’s vibrations.

The other Magic Wands, like the Magic Wand Mini and Magic Wand Rechargeable, are significantly stronger with broader power ranges. In fact, the Magic Wand Micro’s top setting is only as powerful as the Mini’s lowest setting. So, if you’re after more power, try the Mini for a mid-sized or the Rechargeable for a full-sized option.

Note: Although the Magic Wand Micro’s and Mini’s power graphs look similar, we rated the Micro in comparison to bullet and mini vibrators, whereas the Magic Wand Mini is rated in comparison to wand vibrators, which are much stronger than bullets. So the numerical results between the two reviews are not directly comparable.

The Fun Factory Laya III’s vibrations have excellent rumbliness and a rich, layered feel. The first several settings feel very rumbly, and the top two settings are neutral.

But there’s more to the Laya’s story than most mini vibrators – the Laya’s vibrations also have a unique “layering effect,” which feels like typical vibrations plus a distinct “tapping” sensation underneath them. Listen to it in the video below.

To acheive this tapping effect, the motor runs at your chosen speed (the frequencies shown in our graph above), just like any other vibrator. But the Laya’s internal software briefly cuts power to the motor for mere milliseconds causing the motor to momentarily decelerate. Then it resumes power so the motor quickly accelerates back to its main operating frequency.

This brief slowdown-speedup cycle happens within milliseconds and sounds like a thump-thump-thump tapping. And it feels like deeper, more rumbly vibrations than the main frequency (because it’s actually decelerating briefly through lower frequencies).

All this is happening so fast, many times each second, that it feels like you’re always experiencing both the main vibration frequency and a more rumbly vibration frequency at the same time.

I love this innovation because I think both rumbly and neutral vibrations have benefits. Rumbly vibrations travel deeper and stimulate more nerves beneath the surface. But neutral (and buzzy) vibrations provide a surface-level kick that I also enjoy.

On the Fun Factory Laya III’s top settings I get the benefit of both types of vibrations – the concentrated, surface-level kick from the neutral vibes and the deeper stimulation from the rumbly tapping effect. It’s not an out-of-this-world difference, but I think it improves upon ordinary vibrations. And I enjoy this feeling more than normal rumbly vibes.

I’ve noticed a similar tapping effect in a few other rumbly mini-vibrators, like the We-Vibe Touch X and Je Joue Amour, but only on their lowest levels (which are already rumbly). But the Laya III keeps this deep, tapping sensation through all its power levels, even up to the top strength. So it’s the only one I’ve tried that feels like it combines neutral and rumbly vibes.

If you prefer only rumbly vibrations, you could stick to the lower power levels of the Laya III, which have a rumbly main frequency and a deeper tapping. Or go with the purely rumbly We-Vibe Tango X.

But the Fun Factory Laya III is right in my sweet spot. My favorite vibrations have a neutral feel, with a little overlap into the moderate levels of rumbly and buzzy. The Laya III fits really well with this preference.

The Magic Wand Micro has great rumbly vibrations on the first two settings and a neutral-feeling top setting. Neutral vibrations are actually some of my favorites since I enjoy the greater kick at the surface they bring over rumbly vibrations. So I’m glad the top power feels neutral, and I enjoy the lower settings’ rumbly feel for a comfortable warmup.

If you enjoy mid-strength, moderately rumbly vibrations, the Magic Wand Micro is great. If you prefer deeper rumbliness, the We-Vibe Tango X bullet vibrator remains extremely rumbly on every setting. Or for similar rumbliness to the Magic Wand Micro with a broader power range, consider the Pillow Talk Racy.

The Magic Wand Micro is less rumbly than the other Magic Wands (except the Original). Its frequency range is pretty similar to the Rechargeable, Plus, and Mini. But these larger wands have much more power on their rumbly settings, so their vibrations feel more impactful.

The Fun Factory Laya III provides lovely broad stimulation when using its entire length to hug your vulva. Or you can get a medium amount of precision when holding it like an ordinary vibrator, pressing the tip to your clit.

So this lay-on vibrator is best for people who prefer moderate to broad precision.

I wanted to clarify this because the Fun Factory Laya is marketed as also offering “pinpoint” stimulation using the ridges. But while the ridges provide an enjoyable texture, they are too small and un-pronounced to provide focused stimulation, like a typical bullet vibrator does. Your body cannot feel each ridge on its own.

If you prefer something that offers both broad and focused stimulation, consider the We-Vibe Touch X—you can use the flatter surface for broad stimulation or the slim tapered tip for focused stimulation.

But for those who enjoy broad coverage, the Laya is excellent! It blankets the whole vulva for direct but comfortably diffuse stimulation.

The Magic Wand Micro’s precision is between broad and focused, with a head width of 1.31 inches. This is broader than most bullet and mini vibrators (the median width of the ones we’ve tested so far is about 0.9 inches) but more focused than the other Magic Wands, which have heads ranging from 1.9 to 2.4 inches wide.

I enjoy the Magic Wand Micro’s moderate width – it’s comfortable for direct stimulation because the pressure spreads out evenly. When I use a slimmer toy than the Magic Wand Micro, I usually use it for indirect stimulation, pressing it near the side of my clit. Precise, direct stimulation often feels too intense for me. But it feels good with the Magic Wand Micro.

The Magic Wand Micro’s head shape also makes it easy to vary the precision. You can use the top lip of the cylindrical head for more focused stimulation or the side of the head for broader stimulation.

The Fun Factory Laya III is very comfortable and easy to use.

Even though there’s not an obvious handle, there are several convenient and comfortable ways to hold the Laya III. It takes a little getting used to if you’re accustomed to bullet vibrators because it’s girthier and curved, but I’ve found this makes it more versatile. You can leverage it easily with your fingers or simply rest your palm over it and lightly press it to your vulva.

When lying on top of the Laya, it’s very comfortable if you’re only pressing your body lightly against it. It curves along your body and spreads the vibrations over the whole area, which keeps the direct contact comfortable.

If you want to press your hips into it, you may have to take your time to find a comfortable angle to lay the vibrator –  the Laya’s very firm, so in some positions, it can be uncomfortable to press too hard into it. If I want to press harder into the Laya, I’ve found using blankets or a pillow beneath the Laya to adjust its angle makes it more comfortable and provides some cushioning. Or you can slip your hand under your body to hold the Laya tilted at the angle you like.

When using the Laya as an ordinary handheld vibrator, you can feel the vibrations in your hand—but that’s mostly when you’re holding it in the air. I don’t feel them much once I press the Fun Factory Laya to my body, and I don’t find them distracting at all, even on high power.

The curved shape makes it easy to apply excellent pressure whether you’re gripping it or using it hands-free by pressing your hips down into it. Because it’s very firm (not plush like the We-Vibe Touch X or Magic Wand Micro), you may have to limit how much pressure you apply to keep it comfortable against your body. But with the powerful, layered vibrations, I don’t have to press hard to get excellent clit stimulation.

The buttons are positioned above the part of the Laya in contact with your clit, so pressing a button also pushes the Laya against you more firmly. If you don’t like that firm contact, you can simply move the toy away from your body briefly while you change the power.

The controls themselves are excellent. The “+” and “-” buttons allow you to tap back and forth through the 7 power levels and 3 patterns. You don’t need to cycle through power levels to return to a previous setting, as many mini vibrators require you to do. You can also press and hold the Laya’s buttons to make even more gradual adjustments.

The Magic Wand Micro is exceptionally comfortable and easy to use. The handle is a great size to grip comfortably without cramping my hand or fingers, and it’s easy to leverage. I like how the base flares out a bit, providing a natural leverage spot for the inside of my thumb to press against, making it extra easy to apply firm pressure.

The plush silicone head and flexible neck keep the contact on my clit very comfy when I’m applying firm pressure. Very few mini vibrators have a plush head like the Magic Wand Micro.

I can also press the Micro’s buttons easily to change the setting during use, and their placement doesn’t cause me to accidentally press them when I don’t want to.

You tap the power button to turn it on, then tap the settings button to cycle through the 3 power levels and 4 patterns. The controls are more limited than vibrators with separate buttons to increase and decrease power. But since there are only 7 settings, cycling through them doesn’t take too long. When you turn the Magic Wand Micro off and back on, it starts again at the gentlest power setting – so you can use this method to get back to the beginning too.

The Fun Factory Laya III is one of my favorite mini vibrators to use during sex.

First, you can use it as a lay-on vibrator during sex for hands-free clit stimulation (discussed in depth below). If you don’t want to hold the Laya, you can lie face down with the vibrator sandwiched between your vulva and the bed (or a pillow) while your partner penetrates from behind. This is one of the main reasons I love the Laya III and use it so much!

If you don’t want to limit yourself to the position I mentioned above, it’s also great when you hold the Fun Factory Laya and use it like a normal handheld vibrator.

In sex positions with a lot of space to maneuver, like Spooning, there are many comfortable ways to use the Laya. You can rest your palm over the toy to press its contoured shape comfortably along your body. Or you can hold the end and angle it against you for firmer pressure. It’s very comfortable and keeps great contact with my clit, even during a lot of movement.

It’s also excellent in Missionary or other positions facing your partner. The curved design helps it fit seamlessly between your bodies, even when space is limited in these face-to-face positions. The curved shape also makes leveraging the Laya to apply pressure during sex easy. Occasionally, if my partner’s thrusting fast or his body bumps into my hand, the Laya can press mildly uncomfortably into my clit since it’s so firm. But this is rare and I haven’t found it to be a major issue.

The layered, rumbly vibrations also travel deep into my body which is very stimulating during sex.

The Magic Wand Micro is outstanding in spooning positions or others where you’re not facing your partner. It’s easy to fit between your legs, and the medium coverage and plush surface make it great for direct stimulation. It feels comfortable against the body and is easy to leverage with one hand.

It still provides good stimulation if you’re in missionary or other positions facing your partner. But since the head size is bigger than most bullets, it takes up more space and can’t fit as tightly near your clit if you prefer direct stimulation. It’s still comfortable and provides solid, indirect vibrations. But if you particularly care about clit stimulation in face-to-face positions, the Lovense Ambi or another angled bullet vibrator is best.

The Fun Factory Laya III’s noise levels are sub-par. The vibrations are often very quiet, only reaching 42.1 dB on high power. But when you hold the Laya in certain ways, it makes a louder rattling sound.

The rattling mostly happens when I’m holding the toy in the open air instead of pressed against my body. So when you move the Laya off your body to adjust its position, it’s likely to make this louder noise.

When we tested whether my partner could hear the Laya behind our closed bedroom door, he began hearing the rattling sound when I turned the Laya to power level 4 and above. But when I kept the Laya pressed to my body to prevent the rattling, he could not hear the vibrations on any power level or setting.

When I turned on a low-power box fan in the bedroom to mask the Laya’s noise, my partner said he could still barely hear the Laya rattling on its top setting – but only since he was standing right at the door trying to listen for it. He didn’t think anyone would notice it in a normal circumstance.

Playing music in the bedroom successfully masked the sound of the rattle.
Since I love everything else about this toy and we live alone, the noise issue doesn’t bother me, so I still use the Laya often. But if you have housemates, the We-Vibe Touch X is much quieter.

The Magic Wand Micro has great noise levels. When I used it in the bedroom, with my partner listening from the other side of the door, he could not hear it on any setting. Its decibel level on high is technically greater than many of my bullets at 51.9 Hz, but since the vibrations are never buzzy, they are not noticeable.

If you’re holding the toy in open air, it can make a slight rattling noise, which still can’t be heard outside the room but could become annoying to the user. But making small adjustments to your grip and pressing the toy against your body stops this rattling sound. I haven’t found it to be an issue.

The Fun Factory Laya III is rechargeable and has a great battery life, lasting 103 minutes on its highest power in our test. This is longer than most of my bullet and mini vibrators, even than stronger ones. So it’s an excellent choice if you want a mini-vibrator with a long battery life.

You charge it with the included magnetic USB charging cable. One downside is that it takes 6-7 hours to fully charge, whereas most take just 1-2 hours. So you’ll want to plan ahead to keep the Laya charged. I typically charge it after every use, just in case.

The Magic Wand Micro has a fantastic battery life, lasting 108 minutes on high power in our test. Only a small handful of my mini-vibrators lasted this long.

However, you have to remember that the Magic Wand Micro has moderate vibration strength, so it doesn’t use as much power as some others. If you choose a stronger mini vibrator, like the We-Vibe Touch X, you’ll have a longer runtime than our results if you typically use the lower and middle levels too. Our results are from running each vibrator on its highest setting until it dies.

The Fun Factory Laya III has a fantastic build quality (except for the rattling sound discussed above). The body-safe silicone feels very luxurious, and the ridges provide a grippy texture I really like. It has a nice weight, which feels high-quality in the hand. I also like the feel of the button click. The buttons are raised, so you can feel them without looking. The Laya feels solid and not easily breakable, with no bendy parts at risk of overstress.

I also love the color I got—“Sage Green,” a muted, more neutral-feeling color that is rare in the hot pink world of sex toys.

The Magic Wand Micro has a good build quality. However, I didn’t rate it as highly as some of my others because it’s not waterproof or splashproof.

Besides the lack of water protection, the head is made of smooth, plush silicone that’s body-safe and wonderfully comfortable. While flexible, the neck feels sturdy, so I can still put firm pressure on it. The plastic handle feels well put together, and the reliable silicone buttons have a nice press-feel.

Since the Fun Factory Laya III is IPX7 waterproof, it’s very easy to clean. You can fully submerge it while scrubbing with soap and water without worrying about damaging the toy. And you can also take it with you in the bath!

The Magic Wand Micro is not easy to clean. With such a small head, it could be easy to get water damage because it’s harder to keep water away from the neck.

The best practice is to clean it with a damp cloth. But when I’m in a rush, I often run it under the sink, keeping water from touching anywhere besides the silicone head. This is much trickier with the Magic Wand Micro compared to the larger Magic Wands since it’s so small.

If you’re not set on very intentional care, go with something waterproof like the We-Vibe Touch X or Lovense Ambi. There are many others with a waterproof rating too. To compare waterproof mini vibrators, you can use our Comparison Table tool here, click “Filters”, and check “IPX7” for the waterproof rating.