LELO Sona Care Guide: Cleaning the Mouthpiece, Charging, and Storage
By Jake Turner · Senior Editor · April 2025
The LELO Sona is a sonic wave clitoral stimulator — distinct from air-pulse (Womanizer) and vibration-based toys. Its care centers on the silicone mouthpiece and the requirement to clean the internal sonic mechanism indirectly. Here’s the care protocol based on LELO’s documentation.
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How the Sona Works
The LELO Sona uses sonic pulses transmitted through a silicone mouthpiece to stimulate the clitoris. Unlike air-pulse toys (Womanizer) that create suction, the Sona uses vibration conducted through the mouthpiece surface. The silicone mouthpiece is the primary contact surface and the key focus for cleaning.
Cleaning the Mouthpiece
The Sona is IPX7 waterproof. LELO’s documentation specifies warm water and LELO toy cleaner for cleaning. Rinse the mouthpiece under warm water, apply toy cleaner, work it into the mouthpiece surface and any ridges, then rinse thoroughly. The IPX7 rating means the full toy can be submerged during cleaning. Air dry fully before storage.
LELO’s documented restrictions apply: no silicone-based cleaners, no alcohol, no acetone, no petroleum-based products. Use LELO toy cleaner or a fragrance-free sex toy cleaner.
Charging
The Sona charges via LELO’s proprietary USB charging cable. Charge time is approximately 2 hours for a full charge, providing 1–2 hours of use depending on intensity setting. The LED indicator blinks during charging and remains steady when fully charged. Store the LELO charging cable with the Sona — LELO cables are not interchangeable with other USB standards.
Lubricant Compatibility
Water-based lubricants only. LELO’s documentation advises against silicone-based lubricants on all LELO products, including the Sona. The silicone mouthpiece is degraded by silicone lube.
Storage
The Sona comes with a satin storage pouch from LELO. For those building a collection, the Home in Bold box stores the Sona and its charging cable together in a locked, organized compartment — particularly useful if storing alongside other LELO products.
| Spec | LELO Sona |
|---|---|
| Technology | Sonic waves (not air-pulse) |
| Material | Body-safe silicone (IPX7) |
| Charge time | ~2 hours |
| Use time | 1–2 hours (intensity-dependent) |
| Charging cable | Proprietary LELO USB |
| Safe lubricants | Water-based only |
Store Your LELO Sona in the Home in Bold Box
LELO’s proprietary charging cable is easy to misplace. The Home in Bold box keeps Sona and its cable together in one locked compartment.
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Jake Turner
Senior Editor · GloryHoleToGo
Jake has spent over a decade reviewing sexual wellness products and storage solutions. His brand care guides draw on official manufacturer documentation, direct product testing, and consultation with sex educators. Where manufacturer specifications were unavailable or varied by model, this is noted explicitly in the article.