Fun Factory is BACK! Comparing the New and Old   New!

As one of the leaders of innovation in the sex toy industry, Fun Factory was founded in 1996 in Germany. From the very first rechargeable sex toy to being the first to use body safe silicone, Fun Factory changed the game when it comes to sex toys. Known for their powerful motors, colorful non-phallic designs, and German manufacturing, Fun Factory is an iconic sex toy brand that paved the way for many brands that followed. 

That is until the German brand was bought out by Satisfyer. 

After Satisfyer purchased Fun Factory in 2024, fans of Fun Factory have clamored to get their hands on the remaining stock of their favorite vibrators manufactured in the German factory. Fears of Satisfyer ruining the Fun Factory brand ran rampant, with retailers and individuals dreading what the change of ownership would mean for the iconic sex toy brand. 

Why the worry? Well, Satisfyer doesn’t exactly have the same reputation as Fun Factory. Until 2024, Fun Factory had a great customer service reputation on top of its quality manufacturing reputation. On the flip side, Satisfyer has a reputation for ignoring customer service messages and cheap manufacturing. After the buyout, Fun Factory’s reputation quickly changed. Warranties were no longer being honored, customer service messages left without response, and products listed on the Fun Factory site were always marked as “Sold Out.” 

It’s been almost two entire years since the buyout was announced, but we’re now seeing Fun Factory products returning to the market. I first saw them return from European retailer PeachyVibes, and I knew what I had to do: grab my Petite Stronic and VIM Wand from Peepshow Toys, purchase some of the new Fun Factory vibes, and get to work. 

For transparency: this review is a combination of personally driven purchases plus gifted pieces from both PeachyVibes and Peepshow Toys. Here’s a breakdown of what that looks like: 

• Products I Purchased: Amor, Laya III, Tiger and Volta
• Gifted by PeachyVibes: Laya III and Petite Stronic
• Gifted by Peepshow Toys (in 2024): Petite Stronic and VIM Wand

I put in weeks and weeks of work testing and comparing to the best of my ability so that you know what to expect. Grab something to drink and/or snack on, because this is a long one!

Fun Factory Differences Before and After Satisfyer Buyout

One of the first things that caught my eye, and even made me question the legitimacy of the new Fun Factory vibrators, is the updates to color options. The new colors are legitimate, and that’s not the only change that you should expect. 

• Lower pricing
  • Manufacturing is no longer in Germany, with Satisfyer moving the manufacturing to China to lower the costs. 
  • Old pricing was often between $150-170
  • New pricing is between $20-80
• Packaging has changed
  • New packaging is smaller in size, with a dusty rose framing on the front of the box. 
  • QR code for the user manual on the exterior of the box
  • Outline on the back of the box instead of a photo
  • Black & white manuals and paperwork instead of full color manuals
  • No sex games/tips on the interior of the sleeve
• Charging port and cord
  • Old Fun Factory toys have magnetic charging cords, while new Fun Factory toys do not come with a charging cord. 
  • New toys now charge with a USB-C port
• Button placement
  • New Fun Factory toys have the iconic red “FUN” power button in the middle
  • Old Fun Factory toys have the button either above or below the intensity control +/- buttons 
• Updated colors
  • Some, not all, new Fun Factory toys have new colors available, such as Laya III now being available in Bottle Green, Black or Raspberry. Laya III was previously available in Soft Violet or Sage Green
  • Some new Fun Factory toys have handle colors that match the silicone color, even outside of the Black Series

Those are all of the cosmetic changes I’ve seen, however they may not be the only ones. Since I don’t have all of the toys before and after the buyout, there may be additional cosmetic changes that I’m just simply unaware of. 

Cosmetic changes are not the only ones to be aware of, though. 

Fun Factory Laya III Comparison

As I was planning this piece, one of the things I really wanted to include was 1:1 comparisons. Frankly, finding Fun Factory products from before the buyout was a challenge, but I was lucky to find pre-buyout Laya III in stock from a Dutch retailer and then found post-buyout Laya III from PeachyVibes. For me, Laya III is a new vibrator. Prior to 2026, I’d never tried the device before! 

Laya III is an ergonomic clitoral vibrator, designed to fit comfortably against the anatomy while delivering a tapping sensation. The ergonomic shape offers stimulation for both the clitoris and labia at the same time. It vibrates whilst tapping, though this tapper is a bit different than some other tappers I’ve tried: Laya III doesn’t have a flat tapper surface that you can visually see the tapping movement on, instead you can just feel it. 

There are 7 quiet vibration levels and 3 modes, with a travel lock. It’s made with body-safe silicone and is rechargeable and waterproof submersible with an IPX7 rating. Laya III also has a memory feature. 

Basic info aside, Laya III is one of the vibrators that had a color makeover after the Satisfyer buyout. 

• The previous colors were pastel on a color chart, whereas the new colors are bright and bold. 
• The charging port is still in about the same place, though now with a charging cover over the USB-C port, instead of the magnetic port. 
• The texture has changed. It’s still the same pattern, however the new Laya III’s texture is not quite as sharp nor as deep. It’s a marginal difference, but you’d be surprised at how much the minor change can effect the way it feels. 
• Charging time estimates have changed. The old Laya III’s manual says it can take 6.5 hours to fully charge, whereas the new Laya III says it takes approximately 3 hours. 
• Different charge times also means different run time estimations. Old Laya III’s manual estimates 40-120 minutes of run time, depending on intensity (the higher the intensity, the shorter the run time). New Laya III’s manual estimates 60 minutes of runtime. 
• New Laya III is missing the disposal information that is embossed on the underside of the device. 
• There is a difference in weight: the new Laya III weighs 85g and the old one weighs 98g
• The new Laya III also has a new feature added: in addition to the vibration modes available, if you hold down the + or – button, the vibration levels vary in the lower end of the range before increasing or decreasing slightly, depending on the button you hold. 

My Hot Take on the Laya III

I do mean “hot” quite literally. After using both the old and new Laya III vibrators for long periods of time before increasing intensities, both devices warmed up pretty substantially. I’ll give them both credit, I do edge myself for 30-40 minutes before increasing intensity to achieve orgasm. That’s a long time for a vibrator to remain powered on! And to then increase the intensity? Laya III wouldn’t be the only vibrator I’ve tested that falls victim to overheating. I did find that the new Laya III did seem to get hotter faster, but the old Laya III wasn’t far behind. 

In my testing of the Laya III vibrators, I found that they were not a hands-free device for me. Using the textured side against my clitoris, I tried the vibrators with the smooth underside pressed towards my mons pubis and towards my labia. With the smooth underside against my mons pubis, I could feel the vibrations and tapping going deeper as promised, but I had to hold it there if I was on my back if I wanted to experience those sensations. With the smooth side against my labia, not only did I have to reach a little bit further to hold it in place, but I also felt like it was better for helping warm me up for penetration. The vibrations and tapping both felt good to me, but I really needed to hold the device in place to achieve orgasm.  

I also noticed a tiny bit more buzz to the vibrations in the new Laya III than the old Laya III. It wasn’t a big difference, and if I wasn’t specifically looking for the differences between the two devices, I probably would not have noticed it. In use, I only actually noticed it on the highest two intensities. I could hear the difference when I held the vibrators up to my ears, though. It was very subtle, and in my opinion, isn’t a big enough difference to tip the scales in either direction. 

I did try to use the Laya III on Cassie, however she quickly dismissed the vibrator. I started on the lowest setting on the tip of her penis where her glans are, to which she responded with “what is this, the lowest intensity vibrator on the planet?!” Even when I turned it up, the damage was already done and she wanted to move on to a different vibrator. 

Because I didn’t notice a big difference in the buzzy vs rumbly vibrations, I think that choosing between the new or old Laya III comes down to texture preferences. If you’ve tried the VIM and liked that texture, the old pre-Satisfyer buyout Laya III has a similar sharpness and depth to the texture. If the VIM was too textured, then the new post-buyout Fun Factory Laya III is a more gentle option. The new Laya III does get hotter faster, so if you’re someone who likes to use a vibrator for longer periods of time, you may wish to find the old version instead. The old Laya III retailed for around €90, whereas the new Laya III is going for ~€35

Laya III Pros:

• Very quiet 
• Waterproof submersible
• Rechargeable 
• Moderate to high texture, depending on whether it’s a pre or post buyout version
• Can also be used for assisting in breast feeding 
• Affordably priced 
• Eco-friendly packaging

Laya III Cons:

• Texture is not for everyone
• Prone to overheating during prolonged use
• Not a hands-free device for me

Fun Factory Stronic Petite Comparison

Having previously reviewed the Stronic Petite, I was thrilled when PeachyVibes had the new version in stock and were willing to send one my way. The Stronic Petite is a vibrator in that it is a motorized sex toy, however it doesn’t actually vibrate. Instead, the Stronic Petite is a pulsating dildo, meaning that it has a micro thrusting motion to it. The device is intended for vaginal use only, as there is no flare to prevent it from being sucked in during anal use. 

With a tapered tip and three ripples on the top of the shaft, Stronic Petite is a self-propelled pulsator that relies on internal magnets to propel movement. The device has a body-safe silicone shaft with a nonporous ABS plastic handle. Despite the name “Petite”, this Stronic device by Fun Factory has the same powerful motor as the full size Stronic toys in their line up. 

Like the Laya III, the Stronic Petite is also waterproof submersible with an IPX7 rating. It is also equipped with a travel lock and memory, and the device is rechargeable.

The Fun Factory Stronic Petite had a slight makeover, though not to the same degree as Laya III. It is now only available in one color, Petrol, and the handle is about the same color as the shaft.

• The old Stronic Petite was available in Deep Sea Blue or Pastel Lilac, both with a soft gold handle
• The placement of the charging port is about the same: both on the bottom, backside of the handle. The old one was a magnetic charging port, and the new one is a USB-C with a cover. 
• There is a slight variation in weight: the new version weighs 218g and the old version weighs 216g
• Charge time estimates have changed drastically. The old one had an estimated charge time of 6 hours while the new one is only 3 hours. 
• The runtime estimates are a huge difference too. The pre-buyout Stronic Petite had an estimated run time of 2-3 hours, while the post-buyout version has only 30 minutes. Yikes, that’s a big difference. 
• The silicone is different. I can’t lie, I loathe the drag on the old Fun Factory Stronic Petite. It’s a really heavy drag. The new version has far less drag, and I’d liken it to Blush’s silicone that has minimal drag. 

Smooth Sailing with Stronic Petite

Visual cosmetic differences between the pre and post buyout Fun Factory Stronic Petite aside, the first thing I noticed was how smooth the silicone of the new version is compared to the old version. The old version from before the buyout has a significant amount of drag and required me to always use some extra lube, even when I have a lot of natural wetness. The new version has incredibly smooth silicone with minimal drag to it. I’d liken the silicone of the new version to the silicone Blush uses, or even the silicone on the old Fun Factory VIM Wand (there’s a couple spots that are not textured on the bottom of the head and top & bottom of the handle). I personally prefer the silicone of the new version since it has far less drag. 

Having reviewed the Stronic Petite previously, I was hesitant to return to it. I did bring the old version with me when I moved internationally, though I’ll confess that I had not used it since arriving here in the Netherlands until taking on this project. As I revisited the Stronic Petite, I found myself really enjoying it again. The mini-thrusting motion is fantastic, especially since I can use the device handsfree by using my thighs to keep it in place. While on my back, I would angle the Stronic Petite so it would caress my g-spot, then use an external stimulator on my clitoris. The result was explosive with both versions of the device! And pairing it with the Laya III? Amazing!

There were some subtle differences between the two versions that I did not notice until writing this review. The old version has a very quiet “blip” sound when changing intensities that the new version does not. I’ve either forgotten about it or just never noticed this before, though it’s so quiet that I couldn’t hear it while in use between my legs. The new version’s internal magnet movement is slightly more audible, particularly if the device is on its side or with the ripples facing down. It’s still a quiet pulsator, but I don’t like that I can hear the magnets moving inside. 

Comparing the two models is a bit more challenging here, because I strongly prefer the silicone on the new version of the Stronic Petite over the silicone on the old version. However, the old version has a significantly longer run time and I can’t hear the magnets moving inside when it’s turned to the side or with the ripples facing down. The new version is retailing for less than €65, whereas the old version was around €130 at full price. 

Fun Factory Stronic Petite Pros:

• Self-propelled pulsating dildo 
• Can be used hands-free
• Tapered tip has a little bit of squish for easier insertion
• Waterproof submersible
• Rechargeable
• Memory function
• Old version has an estimated 2-3hr runtime on a single charge

Stronic Petite Cons: 

• Long charging time (6hrs for old, 3hrs for new version)
• New version has an estimated 30 minute runtime 
• Old version’s silicone has a lot of drag
• Moving internal magnets are audible on the new version
• Not safe for anal use

Fun Factory Volta Lay-On Vibrator

Volta is also a new vibrator for me, in that I’d never tried one before preparing for this piece. I’m very familiar with the vibrator, though, as its design is damn near iconic. I found an excellent deal on a Volta from a Dutch retailer, and couldn’t resist finally grabbing one. I don’t have an old Volta to compare it to, but I’m working on sourcing one. 

With an ergonomic loop handle and fluttering, layered tips, Volta can be used externally on the clitoris, nipples, penis glans, or even teasing the exterior of the anus. It is designed for the clitoris, but allows for so much more. There are 12 vibration modes, including 6 steady speeds and 6 vibration patterns. Though this is an actual vibrating vibrator, Volta delivers vibrations that tap the tips together to intensify stimulation and pleasure. 

Like the other sex toys from Fun Factory, Volta is made with body safe silicone and non-porous ABS plastic. It’s rechargeable, with a memory feature and travel lock, and has an IPX7 rating, meaning it is safe to keep submerged for up to 30 minutes in ~1 meter / 3.28ft of water. It has an estimated charge time of 1.5hrs which gives an estimated runtime of 60 minutes. The new Volta retails around €52, whereas the old Volta retailed for around €110. 

Though I don’t have an old version from before the Satisfyer buyout, I have noticed a few cosmetic differences between it and the new version of the Fun Factory Volta: 

• Color makeover: the old Volta was available in Black, Blackberry, Petrol or Sapphire, while the new version is available in Aquamarine, Black or Magenta
• Charging port placement: the old version’s magnetic charging port was below the buttons on the bottom front of the handle, and the new version’s USB-C port is on the back of the handle, just below where the handle meets the shaft
• The handle has changed! The new version still has the loop, but it added some ribbed texture for a non-slip experience
• Another weight change: the old version weighs 193g and the new version weighs 190g
• Charging time has changed: the old version had an estimated 6-8hr charging time and the new version has a 1.5hr charging time
• Runtime is also different: the old version had an estimated 40-120 minutes of runtime, and the new version has a 60 minute runtime 

My Thoughts on the New Fun Factory Volta

I’ve felt intrigued by the Fun Factory Volta vibrator for a while, and I was really excited to finally try one out. As someone who really loves clitoral “bunny ears” vibrators, I was imagining a similar type of stimulation, in which the tips are placed on either side of the clitoris. Volta is not that. I mean, you can, and I did try doing it that way, but the loop handle is far easier to hold when it’s not turned to the side. Instead, the tips tap against each other as they vibrate, which delivers an extra tap of stimulation to the clitoris when the tips are pressed against the outward facing part of the clit. I really enjoyed it, even if it wasn’t what I was envisioning. 

Fun Factory could have made this vibrator smaller, but as someone with a big belly and short arms, I’m really glad that they did not. The length of the shaft was enough that I was able to comfortably reach and hold the loop handle without straining any muscles or having to sit in a very specific position while holding it. 

On its own, Volta was powerful enough to help me achieve orgasm, but it really shined when I paired it with some internal stimulation. For me, it really didn’t matter what type of internal stimulation, whether thrusting or cockwarming with a dildo, or during PIV sex. The design is thin enough that it was comfortable to hold between my body and my partner’s during penetrative sex without ever feeling like it was hindering pleasure. 

The best part? Using Volta on my wife’s penis. I’ve wanted a Fun Factory Manta specifically for her, but the Volta does exactly what I wanted the Manta to do: the tips wrapped around her glans where she feels the most sensations. And it does so in such a way that I’m still able to give her additional pleasure with my tongue without the vibrator getting in the way. Cassie’s preferred positioning of Volta was with the tip of her penis between the two tips of the vibrator, though I found holding the device that way while between her legs the least comfortable option. I preferred holding it at 90degree angle to her penis so the tips were touching the top and bottom of the tip of her penis but still gave me access to deliver oral stimulation. 

Fun Factory Volta Pros: 

• Waterproof submersible
• Can be used externally on any anatomy 
• Rechargeable
• 6 steady vibration speeds
• Ergonomic loop handle makes it easy and comfortable to hold
• Body-safe silicone is pretty smooth and has minimal drag

It’s a very rare day for me that I don’t have any “Cons” for a sex toy, but frankly I feel like I’m digging trying to find something, anything, and still coming up empty. Take the win, Volta! 

Fun Factory Tiger Vibrator

Much like the Laya III and Volta, the Fun Factory Tiger g-spot vibrator is another new one for me. I didn’t have any previous interest in Tiger, and I ended up snagging one as a “free gift” with minimum purchase. I was pretty weary about the texture of Tiger, as the design has a significant amount of ribbed texture that I’m not always a fan of. I ended up enjoying Tiger, but I’m not sure that it’ll become a regular fixture in my pleasure. 

With a flexible shaft and curved tip, Fun Factory Tiger is designed for g-spot or prostate stimulation. The shaft has rows of ripples and is very flexible for a vibrator, with a small amount of squish to it. There is a raised ridge at the bottom of the shaft that is designed for clitoral stimulation, but doubles as a partial flare to make Tiger anal safe-ish. Like Volta, it also has an ergonomic, non-slip textured loop handle. 

Tiger has 12 vibration modes, which breaks down to 6 steady speeds and 6 vibration patterns. Like the other toys from Fun Factory featured here, Tiger is made with silicone & ABS plastic, is rechargeable, with a waterproof submersible IPX7 rating. The old version of Tiger retailed for ~€110 and the new version goes for ~€60.

Though I don’t have a pre-buyout version of Tiger to compare, here are the changes I’ve noticed between the two based off images: 

• Colors updated: the new Tiger is available in Black, Magenta or Night Blue, whereas the old version was available in Black, Emerald, India Red, Petrol or Violet. 
• Button placement: the old version at the red FUN power button furthest from the tip with the +/- controls above it, while the new version has the button between the +/- intensity control buttons
• Charging port placement: the old version’s magnetic charging port was below the buttons on the bottom front of the handle, and the new version’s USB-C port is on the back of the handle, just below where the handle meets the shaft
• Like Volta, the handle has changed: the old version had a smooth handle, and the new Tiger has non-slip ribbing on the handle
• Weight changes: the old version weighs 278g and the new version weighs 286g
• Charge time has changed: the estimated charge time for the old Tiger was 6-8 hours, while the new one has an estimated charge time of 2 hours
• New runtime estimates: the old version had an estimated 40-120 minutes of runtime, while the new version has an estimated 45 minute runtime.

My Thoughts on the New Fun Factory Tiger

When I pulled Tiger out of the box, I was pleasantly surprised by the flexibility and squish level of the shaft, but I was still not sold on the texture. As I mentioned, Tiger wasn’t a model from Fun Factory that I was coveting, but a free gift with purchase was a powerful motivator to pick one up. Especially since I was planning this comparison of Fun Factory sex toys from before and after the Satisfyer buyout. Horizontal, rippled texture isn’t often an enjoyable texture for me. 

I was pretty cautious when testing Tiger because of my aversion to this type of horizontal texture, but the more I used the vibrator, the more I abandoned my caution. Tiger is really nice and it surprised me. The texture is noticeable, very noticeable in fact, but the light squish of the shaft made it far more comfortable than I expected. With proper lubrication, I was able to enjoy thrusting with the vibrator. This is a pretty big deal for me, as even just a couple of years ago, this texture would have put me off using the toy entirely. 

Shockingly, I like thrusting with Tiger more than I enjoy cockwarming with it. It was fine for inserting and holding it still with my thighs while using a different vibrator on my clitoris, but the vibrations weren’t really enough for me to get excited about that way. When thrusting, I didn’t have much of a preference between vibrations on or off, as it felt good both ways for me. 

The protruding ridge that is supposed to provide external clitoral stimulation was the biggest let down of Tiger. Tiger is not a rabbit vibrator or a dual stimulator, so I suppose this shouldn’t come as a surprise to me. With the vibrator inserted, the ridge just could not reach my clitoris. If I used the vibrator externally to stimulate my labia and clit, then yea, sure, that works. I’m not someone who enjoys switching between internal and external, as it just ends prolonging my orgasm in a way that frustrates me rather than pleasures me. Perhaps others enjoy that, but give me one or the other, or both simultaneously, and save the switching between the two for someone who enjoys it. 

The shape and size of the handle on Tiger did make it very easy for me to use handsfree, though I also found it easier to thrust the vibrator into myself because of the handle. I did still have to curve my back a little bit to reach for thrusting it into myself, but the loop handle made it so I didn’t need to grip the handle and could get by with just a finger or two in the loop to guide it. 

Fun Factory Tiger Pros:

• Flexible shaft has a small amount of squish to it
• Rechargeable
• Waterproof submersible
• Ergonomic loop handle is comfortable to hold
• Curved head is good for g-spot stimulation
• Travel lock 
• 6 steady vibration speeds and 6 vibration patterns

Tiger Cons: 

• Rippled texture is not for everyone
• Not a dual stimulator or rabbit vibe, and the external ridge for clitoral stimulation may not reach for all anatomies

Are the New Fun Factory Sex Toys Good?

I’ve had a bit over a month to test out the new, post-Satisfyer buyout Fun Factory sex toys, and I’ve done my best to push them to their limits. Even with that in mind, I still don’t know that I’ve had enough time to say definitively that the new or old ones are superior. There are a few little things that make a big difference to some, such as texture changes or silicone changes, but there are also a lot of little changes that maybe make a bigger difference to others, like color options. 

I’m glad to see Fun Factory back, but I’m also very cautious because Satisfyer does not have the same reputation that Fun Factory once held. I can’t imagine that Satisfyer is going to manage the brand better based on that reputation alone. I do know that once Satisfyer took over, they stopped honoring warranties that Fun Factory offered. I know that Satisfyer’s customer service is abysmal and unreliable, despite being such a popular brand for consumers. 

I also know that if Satisfyer wants to keep the Fun Factory brand alive and thriving, they’re going to need to step up their game. A reduction in price is nice, but is it enough to keep brand enthusiasts coming back? 

Speaking of price. I’m actually glad to see lower prices for Fun Factory toys. Given that the cost of everything else is on the rise, I expected the same price point with distributors and retailers just having a ridiculous profit margin. The new prices are surprisingly affordable, which is largely thanks to moving the manufacturing from Germany to China, where cheaper labor and cheaper materials are abundant. Are we getting products that are cheaper to make but held to the same level of quality? 

From the time I spent with the new Fun Factory sex toys manufactured in China, the ones I’ve tested are pretty darn good. They don’t feel cheap to hold, they still have a pretty decent amount of weight to them, and even though the plastic handles have changed colors, the quality of plastic looks and feels about the same.

Overall, I’m pleasantly surprised by the newly manufactured toys.

Where to Buy Fun Factory Vibrators?

From my understanding, the new Fun Factory products are only available in the European market from select retailers like PeachyVibes. I am optimistic that Fun Factory toys will eventually be available in the US, but given the tariff situation going on in the US, it may take a while. My sponsor for this post, PeachyVibes, does not ship to the US at this time, though package forwarding services do exist 😉 

It’s a pretty rare discovery to find the old Fun Factory products available, and I absolutely understand why it’s such a treasure hunt. The old products are reliable, trustworthy, and well made. Thankfully, both of my fave body-safe only retailers, PeachyVibes and Peepshow Toys, have OG German manufactured products in stock. But act fast, because supplies are limited and once they’re gone… they’re gone!

PeachyVibes has the full line-up of new Fun Factory sex toys, plus limited supplies of the Fun Cup Menstrual Cups, VIM Wand, Bootie Small Butt Plug and Black Ryde Dildo from the original German factory.

Peepshow Toys has 5 original models from the German factory: Volta, Miss Bi, Sundaze, Petite Stronic and Lady Bi.

I did reach out to Fun Factory for comment, however they declined my request to speak with anyone from their PR or sales department. 

This post is sponsored by PeachyVibes, a European retailer that only carries products made with body safe materials and avoids using gendered terminology whenever possible.