The Lovense Solace sits in an interesting spot in the auto-stroker line. It's the mid-tier option, a real thrusting machine with a 280-strokes-per-minute motor and a hands-free desk mount, but it's not the top-end Solace Pro with its AI sync. That positioning makes it the honest answer for a specific kind of gooner: someone who wants real thrusting and hands-free play without paying for the top end.
The short version: the Solace is a genuine thrusting machine that's a clear step up from the Max 2's vibration-and-contract, and a clear step down in price and power from the Solace Pro. It's the middle child that does exactly what the middle child should, and it's worth a look if you want thrusting without the flagship price.
The Verdict
Rating: 4.3 / 5
The short version: A capable thrusting auto-stroker with a hands-free desk mount, sitting between the Max 2 and the Solace Pro. Buy it if you want real thrusting at a mid price and don't need the AI sync of the top end.
Best for: gooners who want thrusting over the Max 2's vibration, hands-free desk-mount sessions, a mid-price step up. Skip it if: you want the top-end AI sync (Solace Pro) or you're happy with the gentler, cheaper Max 2.
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Pros
- Real thrusting, up to 280 strokes per minute, which is a clear step up from the Max 2's contract-and-release.
- The hands-free desk mount is genuinely useful for long sessions and multi-screen gooning.
- App-controlled with the full Lovense remote feature set.
- Sits at a mid price, cheaper than the Solace Pro but more capable than the Max 2.
- Solid build quality.
Cons
- It's in an awkward spot between two better-defined options. The Max 2 is cheaper, the Solace Pro is more powerful with AI sync.
- Not quiet. The thrusting motor is audible.
- The 280-stroke motor, while strong, is noticeably less refined than the Solace Pro's 300-stroke AI-tuned unit.
- The desk mount, while useful, limits how you position it compared to a more flexible setup.
What It's Actually Like to Use
The Solace is the toy I'd recommend to someone who knows they want thrusting but isn't sure they need the flagship. Here's the honest picture.
First impressions. It's a solid, well-built machine, clearly a step up in size and construction from the Max 2. The desk mount is the standout feature out of the box, and it's easy to set up. It feels like a proper piece of hardware rather than a toy.
In use. The thrusting is the point, and it delivers. At 280 strokes per minute, it's strong and consistent, and the sensation is genuinely machine-like in a way the Max 2's vibration isn't. It takes a moment to dial in the right position and speed, but once it's set, it holds a rhythm that's great for hands-free edging. The app lets you control speed and patterns, and it syncs to content.
Long sessions. The desk mount is the big win. Once it's positioned, you can run a long session with both hands free, which is exactly what multi-screen gooning needs. The battery holds up well, and the thrusting stays consistent. It does get warm with extended use, but nothing concerning.
The app. Full Lovense app support, so a partner can control it remotely and you can sync to content. It's not the AI sync of the Solace Pro, but the standard app control works well and covers most needs.
Cleaning. The sleeve removes for cleaning, and the main unit cleans externally. It's manageable, similar to the other strokers.
The verdict in practice. The Solace is a good mid-tier machine that does what it sets out to do. It's a real step up from the Max 2 for anyone who wants thrusting, and it's cheaper than the Solace Pro. The honest catch is that the Solace Pro isn't that much more for a meaningful upgrade in power and AI sync. If that extra isn't worth it to you, the Solace is a solid pick. If it is, save for the Pro.
How It Fits the Gooning Practice
The Solace fits the gooning setup through the hands-free desk mount, which is its real superpower for extended sessions. A thrusting machine that frees both hands is a different experience from a handheld stroker, because it lets you run a session the way the community actually goons, with multiple screens, content controls, and both hands available. The desk mount means you set it once and it holds position for hours.
The thrusting itself is the other part of the fit. The Max 2's contract-and-release is gentler, but the Solace's real thrusting is closer to the intense, physical end of the practice. For gooners who've outgrown the gentler feel, the thrusting is the upgrade they're looking for, and the mid price makes it an honest step up before committing to the flagship.
The content sync, via the app, works well, though it's not the AI-tuned sync of the Solace Pro. For most gooning, the standard sync is enough. It's the toy that splits the difference between the value option and the flagship, and it does it competently.
How It Compares
Lovense Max 2 (/toys/lovense-max-2). The value option. The Max 2 vibrates and contracts rather than thrusts, and it's notably cheaper. The Solace adds real thrusting and a hands-free mount. Pick the Max 2 for value and gentler feel; pick the Solace for thrusting.
Lovense Solace Pro (/toys/lovense-solace-pro). The top end. The Solace Pro pushes to 300 strokes per minute with AI content sync. The Solace is cheaper but lacks the AI sync and top power. If the AI sync matters, the Pro is worth the upgrade; if not, the Solace covers most of it for less.
Kiiroo Keon (/toys/kiiroo-keon). The premium rival. The Keon has strong thrusting and quieter operation, but locks you into proprietary sleeves. The Solace offers the Lovense app ecosystem and a mid price.
Who Should Buy It
Buy the Solace if you're a gooner who wants real thrusting and a hands-free desk mount at a mid price, without needing the top-end AI sync. It's the honest middle option.
Skip it if you're happy with the cheaper, gentler Max 2, or if you know you'll want the flagship Solace Pro's power and AI sync, in which case save for that instead.
FAQ
Is the Lovense Solace worth it?
Yes, if you want real thrusting and a hands-free mount at a mid price. It's a clear step up from the Max 2, though the Solace Pro is worth the extra if you want AI sync.
Is the Lovense Solace waterproof?
The sleeve is removable and washable, but the main unit is not fully submersible. Clean the base externally.
Can the Lovense Solace be used long distance / app-controlled?
Yes. It connects to the Lovense app over Bluetooth, and a partner can control it from anywhere. It also syncs to content.
How loud is the Lovense Solace?
It's moderately loud due to the thrusting motor. It needs a private space.
The Solace is the mid-tier thrusting machine that does exactly what it should. Real thrusting, a hands-free mount, and the Lovense app, at a price between the Max 2 and the Solace Pro. It's a solid pick for anyone who wants thrusting without the flagship price.
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