Though the name of this toy is a pun on a classic cocktail, its look is more inspired by high tech rather than hard liquor. At first glance, the waterproof Cobra Libre could pass as a men’s electric shaver or, depending on one’s geek level, some kind of Star Trekian phaser. Mostly it reminded this reviewer of a Hot Wheels car, and that’s a good thing since the target audience for this male stimulator will likely have many fond memory of Mattel’s mini cars—and will discover that this toy is also fast to the finish line. Powered by dual motors that can operate independently or together, the Cobra boasts an illuminated control panel that offers enough vibration variations to keep even the most discerning pleasure-pig in hog heaven.

The revolutionary design also departs from the traditional masturbator by focusing the stimulation on and around the head and top of the penis only—which is more than enough to get the user off—thus exposing the shaft and balls for more creative ventures, whether alone or with a partner. Sturdy but lightweight, the sleek, hardbody exterior hides a cushy inner liner of platinum-grade silicone that provides a soft yet snug fit. And because it’s silicone, you’ll want to play it safe by using it with a high-quality water-based lube.

The good news is that the Cobra Libre runs quietly for approximately an hour on a rechargeable battery; the bad news is that, despite the toy’s three-digit price tag, the magnetic charger is not included. Of course, for the retailer that’s good news, since it means an automatic upsell unless the user already owns one of chargers, which will work with any item from Fun Factory’s Click ’N’ Charge line. Accordingly, to avoid dealing with a disappointed dude later, we strongly recommend that your sales staff query the customer about the charger before he/she leaves the store. Aside from that niggling detail, we have to say that the Cobra Libre is sheer perfection. And with the hetero market finally receiving the same attention as that of its gay brethren, the race to create the ultimate male pleasure device has definitely heated up. With the Cobra Libre, the Germans may very well have taken the lead while giving new meaning to the phrase “Hot Rod.”

Website: FunFactoryUSA.com
Retailing: Pricy but worth every penny, and a guaranteed upsell for both water-based lube and charger.
Colors: Black and white, blue and white, red and black, and all black
Power: Rechargeable; pair with Fun Factory’s Click ‘N’ Charge magnetic recharger.
MSRP: $$$