This was my first time with this type of toy, so I was a little intimidated, but it really is good for beginners, in my opinion/experience. Both ends of this 2-in-1 toy work well. The plug end is fairly small but still effective. The beaded end seems to be just long enough for comfort and certainly provides for an interesting experience. Finally, being solid silicone, it cleans up really easily with soap and water and doesn't retain nasty odors at all. I do wish it came in something suitable to store it in. The package is not resealable, but I feel like I get so many other products in resealable plastic pouches that it shouldn't have been too much to ask to receive this in one of those. It's not a big deal but would have been a nice touch.