The Bodywand Aqua Massager is one of my weaker wands. It’s only a good option for those who prefer soft stimulation.

Its strength is similar to the middle power levels on many of my non-wand vibrators. The highest power is just enough for me to orgasm, but I prefer more strength.

Smaller vibrators with this power are often enough for me, since their vibrations are more focused. But the Bodywand Aqua’s wide head spreads the soft vibrations over a broad area – making it feel too weak and diffuse.

I usually prefer sex toys that offer a gradual increase in intensity, so I like that the Bodywand Aqua provides 6 intensity levels. But with this wand, I just skip straight to the highest power before it does anything for me.

You can do better than the Bodywand Aqua at this price. Both the Blush Noje W4 and Maia Zoe are more powerful and less expensive. And two of my favorite wands with greater power, the FemmeFunn Ultra Wand and Magic Wand Mini, are about the same price as the Bodywand Aqua.

The Magic Wand Original is an extremely strong wand with only two power levels.

Even its lowest strength is much more powerful than any of my non-wand vibrators. It’s so strong, I typically only use the lowest setting. And even then, I prefer to use the Magic Wand Original over my clothes or underwear because of the intensity.

Its lowest strength pushes the boundaries of what I can handle when I’m not adequately warmed up – still enjoyably powerful, but any more strength would become overwhelming for me. I think many people will need softer levels to warm up.

While I enjoy the Magic Wand Original’s powerful vibrations, the body-safe Magic Wand Plus has some significant advantages over the Original.

The Plus has four power levels instead of the Original’s two settings – and these four levels cover a broader power range. They start softer than the Magic Wand Original which can prevent overstimulation early on. And it finishes even stronger than the Magic Wand Original.
At a comparable price, most people will enjoy the vibrations of the Magic Wand Plus more.

We rate wands with rumbly vibrations higher than those with buzzy vibrations since most people prefer the deeper feeling they give. But some do prefer buzzy vibrations – so choose based on what you enjoy!

The Bodywand Aqua is a fairly buzzy wand vibrator. It only has one power I consider moderately rumbly. But it’s the softest setting, so I rarely use it. Because this wand massager is fairly weak, you’ll likely spend most of your time on its highest settings – and these are all moderately buzzy.

Because these vibrations are buzzy, they feel less impactful to me. Unless you know you prefer buzzy vibes, you’ll likely want to choose another wand.

The Magic Wand Mini (a personal favorite) and Maia Zoe are more rumbly wands at comparable prices.

Because most people want a wand vibrator with deep, rumbly vibrations, we rate these higher than buzzy wands. But it’s definitely a personal preference.

The Magic Wand Original has buzzy vibrations on high power. But the lower level which I use most has neutral-feeling vibrations: neither rumbly nor buzzy.

Personally, I don’t need all my vibrators to be extremely rumbly. I actually really enjoy the Magic Wand Original’s neutral vibes. But, I think most people want something more rumbly overall. Or at least a wand with some rumbly settings to enjoy.

If that’s you, both the Magic Wand Plus and Magic Wand Rechargeable are more rumbly than the Original when they’re vibrating at comparable power. And both have extremely rumbly low levels.

They’ll be a better fit for most people. But the Magic Wand Original’s vibrations are good for those who enjoy vibrations between rumbly and buzzy.

Though the Bodywand Aqua is not difficult to use, it has some inconveniences.

First, it’s battery-operated – not rechargeable. This means you need to keep AA batteries on hand and this cost adds up. So although the Aqua seems budget-friendly, it’s really more expensive than comparable rechargeable wands. And you can’t simply recharge it when it dies – you’ve got to find some AA batteries or head to the store.

When I’m using the Bodywand Aqua, it feels as though most of its weight is in the handle, rather than the head. So the wand’s balance tips the head away from you instead of pressing it deeper into you.

You can also feel the vibrations in your hands. Since it’s pretty weak, it’s not too distracting. But many wands dampen vibrations in your hands better.

The size of the Magic Wand Original makes it a little trickier to maneuver than some smaller wands like the Lovense Domi.

But with wands this powerful, I don’t need to maneuver them into a very precise spot. Or leverage them much for extra pressure. The strong, broad vibes easily stimulate the entire area. So maneuverability may not be as important to you.

Because the head is broad and the vibes are powerful, but not rumbly I feel the vibrations in my legs more than I’d like sometimes. This can occasionally become fatiguing. I don’t have this issue with smaller, more precise wands like the Lovense Domi 2. Or more rumbly full-sized wands like the Magic Wand Plus or Rechargeable.

Some of the Magic Wand Original’s vibes also travel into the handle. But it’s not too distracting to me.

I find the Original comfortable against my body, because the head is so plush. So it doesn’t bump uncomfortably against my pubic bone with heavy movement as some firm wands do.

I also really like the switch button. You can toggle between the top and low power. It’s intuitive and very easy to feel where the button is with your fingers – so you can easily control it without looking.

The Bodywand Aqua works fairly well during sex.

Its compact size makes it fairly easy to maneuver and apply pressure. But for a short wand, its head is large. So it takes up more space than other small wands like the Lovense Domi 2 or Maia Zoe.

And it’s one of the heaviest compact wands. So it can still get tiring, especially in Doggystyle. I need to reach far back with its short handle, and hold the Aqua’s weight up between my legs.

Its neck has the right amount of flexibility though – not so much that applying pressure is difficult; But not too little that its firm head becomes uncomfortable.

However, the Bodywand Aqua’s soft, buzzy vibrations just don’t provide much impact for me during sex.

I prefer compact wands with more strength or rumbliness like the Lovense Domi 2 and Magic Wand Mini.

I enjoy the Magic Wand Original in most sex positions, though not Doggystyle.

I think it works extremely well in Cowgirl. In this position, there’s plenty of open space, so the long handle does not get in the way. I move around a lot in this position, and I find many wands bump into my pubic bone uncomfortably. But the Magic Wand Original’s plush head provides cushioning to keep it comfy. Though I’ll note, the Magic Wand Plus’s and Rechargeable’s body-safe silicone heads are also plush and comfortable)

In Spooning and Modified Missionary positions, the Magic Wand Original is fairly easy to use. Though, in these positions my legs are usually somewhat closed. And I can’t fit the Original’s wide head as close to my clit as I can with a small wand like the Lovense Domi 2. But since the vibrations are so strong, I don’t need to position this wand precisely. So it’s not a deal-breaker for me, and I still enjoy it in both these positions.

I find it more difficult to use the Magic Wand Original in the Doggystyle position. With the rounded head, I need to angle the handle really low to fit the head on my clit how I enjoy it. But then the handle bumps into the bed. The Plus and Rechargeable have more squared-off heads that fit better for me. I don’t need to angle their handles so extremely to get clit stimulation in Doggystyle.

Overall, it’s still a decent option during sex, though I prefer the Plus and Rechargeable. Or if you want a powerful wand that’s extremely easy to maneuver during sex, consider the compact Lovense Domi 2.

Note: The sound levels recorded in the video and measurements above were taken before the Build Quality issues developed. For a listen into the BodyWand Aqua’s sound now, see the video here

During our testing, the Bodywand Aqua had relatively low decibel readings. However, in practical use, my partner can hear it behind a closed bedroom door beginning at its middle power level.

The main problem is that this wand has developed a strange rattling sound that consistently pops up when I’m using the Bodywand Aqua. When it rattles, it’s loud and distracting.
For a more discreet wand in the Aqua’s price range, consider the Magic Wand Mini. It’s a bit more powerful, more rumbly, and remains inaudible behind a closed door on all power levels.

Unfortunately, the Magic Wand Original is louder than most wands. I don’t find the sound distracting, but you’ll need to be conscious if you live with housemates.

If my partner stands on the other side of our closed bedroom door, he can hear it vibrating even on low power. When I turn on a box fan in the bedroom, my partner can no longer hear it on either setting. Playing music also drowns out the Original’s noise.

If low noise is important to you though, there are extremely powerful wands with more discreet low levels like the Magic Wand Plus and BMS PalmPower Extreme. Their softer settings are still powerful enough for me to orgasm while remaining more discreet.

The Bodywand Aqua is compatible with a limited range of wand attachments.

The attachments designed for the Le Wand Petite fit the Bodywand Aqua too. These cover a fairly broad range of stimulation including clitoral, G-spot, anal, prostate, and dual-stimulation. So you can likely find something to enjoy.

The PalmPower Extreme’s G-spot attachment also fits the Bodywand Aqua. But this doesn’t contribute much since Le Wand offers several G-spot attachments of higher quality.

Alongside other full-sized wands, the Magic Wand Original has the broadest range of compatibility with wand attachments.

Since Magic Wand is the most famous massager brand, many attachments are designed specifically for the Magic Wand Original, Plus, and Rechargeable. Though the Original’s head is slightly shorter than the Plus or Rechargeable, I’ve found all three wands are compatible with the same attachments.

You can find a compatible attachment for pretty much any kind of stimulation – G-spot, anal, prostate, penis, clitoral texture, dual-stimulation. You name it, you can likely find an attachment for it.

I also want to reiterate that the Magic Wand Original’s head is porous and cannot be sanitized. So if you go with this wand, you’ll want to get a body-safe silicone cap attachment like the Pleasure Works Pop Top. This is one of the reasons I recommend most people go with the Magic Wand Plus instead.

I test my wands with my Liberator mounts – the Axis and Wanda. The Bodywand Aqua works well with both.

Its medium length is perfect for the Liberator Wanda. The Aqua’s head sits just above the fabric of the mount so you can easily lower your weight onto the wand. By leaning forward or backward you can vary the Aqua’s pressure and stimulation –  and because its head is so broad, it stays in contact with your clit easily.

The Bodywand Aqua also has excellent compatibility with the Liberator Axis. Even though I usually prefer curved wands in this mount, the Bodywand’s head is broad enough that it reaches my clit and applies good contact and pressure. The Aqua’s handle is also a good width for the Axis. It fits easily and is thick enough that it does not shift around during use.

If you’re ok with the low power of this wand, it can be a good fit for hands-free play. It’s the cheapest wand that works well in mounts.

But one of my personal favorites to use with mounts is the Dame Com, and this is only about $20 more. The Com’s curved handle makes it excellent at applying firm pressure. And it’s deep, rumbly vibrations are more impactful.

I test my wands with my two Liberator mounts for hands-free stimulation: the Wanda and Axis. The Magic Wand Original works well with the Axis and is average with the Wanda.

The Axis is best if you lie on your stomach, while the mount holds your wand horizontally at a slight upward angle between your legs.

The Magic Wand Original’s handle is a good thickness for a secure fit in the mount. I usually prefer curved wands in this mount so their head is angled up closer to my clit. But even though Magic Wand Original’s handle is straight, its head is large enough that the wand maintains excellent contact with my clit. I can also easily shift my weight down harder onto the Magic Wand’s head for firmer pressure when I want.

The Magic Wand Original is average when used with the Wanda. This mount holds the wand nearly upright. You can typically straddle the wand on your knees or bend all the way forward on your elbows and knees (in a sort of Doggystyle position).

With shorter wands, the head sits just past the fabric. So when straddling a short wand, I can lower my weight onto the wand’s head for good pressure and stimulation. But the Magic Wand Original sticks out too far to easily straddle it.

The only way I can get comfortable clit stimulation is to get on my elbows and knees. So it’s a bit more limited, but this position still provides a good way to get hands-free clit stimulation. And on my elbows and knees, there’s plenty of room to have sex with my partner from behind while the Magic Wand Original is in the Wanda.

With a lot of movement, the Wanda’s fabric will occasionally toggle the power button which can be annoying. I haven’t experienced this issue with other wands, since the Magic Wand Original is the only one I have with an old-fashioned toggle switch.

If you want the best hands-free experience, the BMS PalmPower Extreme is excellent with both mounts. Its medium length is better with the Wanda. And its angled head is perfect in the Axis. It’s easily my favorite wand to use hands-free with mounts!

The Bodywand Aqua uses 3 AA batteries. During our testing, it lasted 250 minutes continuously running on its highest power. And then…

Time to buy more batteries. 

This expense adds up – a rechargeable or plug-in wand is much more cost-effective. There are many comparably-priced rechargeable wands with better overall performance. Or you could spend more on the wand itself with the money you’ll save on batteries.

The Magic Wand Original is a plug-in wand, so battery life is not applicable. Corded wands have their own set of advantages and disadvantages.

A plug-in wand like the Magic Wand Original is always ready to go. You’ll never reach for it only to realize you forgot to charge the battery. But you have to play near an outlet (though the Magic Wand Original’s cord is 6 feet long so you have plenty of room). Some people also find a cord mildly annoying to work around.

If you find cordless wands more convenient consider the Magic Wand Rechargeable or BMS PalmPower Extreme (which is a bit more powerful too).

The Bodywand Aqua has below-average build quality. The handle’s plastic feels somewhat cheap and you can really feel the vibrations in your hands.

The Aqua has also developed a rattling sound within our first 6 months of using it, and this rattling has gotten worse over time. Though the motor still vibrates, this makes us think its overall build is less durable than other wands.

In addition, this wand takes AA batteries instead of being rechargeable or plug-in, which at this point is the industry standard for quality vibrators. We’ve also had the batteries get lodged in the handle, and they can be difficult to remove.

Unfortunately, the Magic Wand Original has a porous vinyl head. Porous materials can harbor bacteria and cannot be fully sanitized. To make this wand body-safe, you can purchase a $20 silicone cap to cover the wand’s head. You can remove this cap and wash it between uses.

When you factor in the cost of the cap, it’s cheaper to just purchase the fully body-safe Magic Wand Plus.

Other than this, the Magic Wand Original is high-quality. The hard plastic handle and toggle button feel solid and built to last. And the head has a nice plush feel, which adds to the comfort – though the body-safe silicone of the Magic Wand Plus and Rechargeable are also soft and comfy.