Lovense Lush 3 vs Lush 4: which one for ToyControl
The Lush 4 has stronger vibration, a redesigned tail, and longer battery. The Lush 3 still works perfectly. Here is how they compare.
The Lovense Lush is the most common interactive toy. Lush 3 has been the standard since 2020; Lush 4 launched as the refresh. Both work identically with ToyControl. Pick based on price and the specific differences below.
Side by side
| Lush 3 | Lush 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Released | 2020 | 2025 |
| Motor strength | Strong | Stronger |
| Battery life | About 4 hours active | About 5 hours active |
| Tail design | Same flexible silicone | Slimmer, more comfortable for long wear |
| Wireless range | Up to 5 meters | Up to 10 meters in good conditions |
| Charge time | About 2 hours | About 1.5 hours |
| Water rating | IPX7 (submersible briefly) | IPX7 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Price (new) | $99-119 | $129-149 |
| ToyControl support | Yes (no change needed) | Yes |
Both work the same way in ToyControl. Pairing, intensity scaling, scripts, patterns, Remote Control rooms: identical.
Where Lush 4 wins
- Motor. Noticeably stronger at high settings.
- Battery. A real improvement; 5 hours vs 4 matters for long sessions.
- Range. The extra distance helps if your toy is on you but the laptop is across the room.
- Comfort. The tail is slimmer and the shape is refined for longer wear.
Where Lush 3 still wins
- Price. Often $30-50 cheaper, especially used or refurbished.
- Availability. Still in production, widely stocked.
- Proven track record. Years of community testing and script tuning.
Which to buy
For a new buyer in 2026:
- If $30 matters: Lush 3 is plenty for most users.
- If you wear it for hours at a time: Lush 4's battery and tail design pay off.
- If you want the latest: Lush 4.
- If you find a used Lush 3 in good condition: great budget pick.
Setup and pairing
The pairing flow is identical between the two:
- Charge the toy fully. The charging light turns off when it is full.
- Open ToyControl, click the + in the Devices area.
- Pick Lovense Lush from the catalog.
- Confirm in the Bluetooth window.
See How to connect Lovense Lush to ToyControl.
The Lush 2 (legacy)
The Lush 2 (from 2018) was the previous generation. It still works with ToyControl if you have one, though Lovense considers it legacy. The pairing flow is the same. If you are buying, skip the Lush 2 and get a Lush 3 or 4.
Both with the same workflow
Whatever you pick, the Lush in ToyControl handles:
- Scripts as vibration intensity (high position values become strong vibration).
- Patterns for sustained sessions.
- Remote Control rooms as a wearable receiver toy.
For a wearable that follows the on-screen action of a video or script, both Lush 3 and Lush 4 are excellent.