What’s this again?
This is the “lite” version of the FunSR PRO which they released last December, at about half the price. If you haven’t read my review on the PRO, I recommend you read that first >> 🎙 [Review] FunSR PRO Sound Test & Review.
These devices uses the GIM6010-8 joint motor designed for robotics, which is way smoother and quieter than hobby servos seen in a standard OSR2 / SR6. While the FunSR PRO houses 3, the Mini is more compact and has only 1.
Insides of the FunSR PRO, with 3 motors
An issue I took with the PRO is its weight and bulkiness. With the desk mount attached, the PRO weights 3.25kg (7.2 lb). The Mini reduces that to 1.25kg (2.76 lb), while maintaining a full-metal casing as well as metal arms.
The trade-off is less degrees of freedom. The Mini can only stroke up-down (L0), and optionally Twist (R0), hence it’s a 2-axis stroker. This may sound underwhelming, but consider these two the most effective axes to milk a penis on.
The Buckle Connector
There’s 2 receivers to choose from: the usual “plate-with-straps”, and a modified T-Twist. They are connected to the mechanical arm with this quick-release buckle. This allows them to be installed and swapped pretty easily.
The Improved Twist
The Twist module is plugged to the main unit via a 4-pin cable. There’s a screw to be tightened at the end to secure the connection.
Just like the FunSR1 2.0, Mini’s Twist uses a stepper motor instead of servos, which is capable of rotating up to 360 degree instead of just 270.
What’s been improved is the twist ring, now fitted with bearing beads in between. This prevents plastic-on-plastic friction and should reduces the grinding noise during operation.
Let’s see how all these plays into its sound profile.
Sound Test
Notes:
- This was recorded in a different location with a different microphone than the one used in my sound test for FunSR PRO, hence I’m not comparing the two. Though the SR6 is the same unit, which may serve as a benchmark.
- The speed and range of the motors are also adjustable. Mine defaults to KP1.2, which I later increased to KP5.0 (maximum speed) to test its limit. KP5.0 is rarely needed in everyday usage.
Stroke
Script used for this test:
speedtest.funscript (7.5 KB)
- Similar to the PRO, the motor noise is very much neglectable. It’s louder at maximum speed setting, but has a nice profile that isn’t sharp to the ears.
- There are audible “clunks” when the Mini changes its direction at maximum KP (5.0). The buckle seems not 100% solid, though this wasn’t an issue at normal KP value.
Twist
- Loudness is about the same as the old twist receiver, though the profile has been improved. It is now low-pitched and doesn’t sound like plastic grinding each other.
- At fast speed there’s very noticeable “thumps” when it abruptly reverses direction due to hitting the step motor’s speed limit (same as the FunSR1 2.0’s Twist, and the Handy).
Size Comparison
From left to right: FunSR1 2.0, SSR6, FunSR Mini, OSR2+.
The Mini is actually quite long. In its complete form it extends up to 48 cm (18.9 in) including the mount, making it practically longer than the SR6 (35 cm) and the PRO (41 cm).
One part that contributed to the length is the Twist receiver, which is connected at one end instead of the centre, as it is with an SR6.
The consequence is that one may have to detach the Twist receiver to fit the device into their drawer, which luckily is relatively painless thanks to the improved connector. Though, the length may also force you to sit further away from your desk (~40cm), and hence further from your screen. A flexible monitor or a VR headset would be helpful in such scenario.
Other Stuff
Desk Mount
It’s about the same as the FunSR PRO, a design consists of aluminium extrusion, a high-infill PETG print, nuts and bolts. You can adjust the mounting height by sliding the clamp along the extrusion - need a plus screwdriver for this.
If you prefer to use your own mount, you can install the VESA adapter plate instead.
Buttons
You can toggle manual mode with the centre button, which puts the device into a constant stroking motion. Speed can be adjusted with the other 2 buttons. This can be handy used as fillers.
Power Cable
A standard 24V 3A power brick. USB A-to-C cable.
Thoughts
Bit of mixed feelings. It’s got pretty good presentation as a finished product, possibly the best to came from FunOSR. It boasts all the advantages of the GIM6010-8 motor. Though its shortcoming are also obvious - the functionality targets the SSR2 whilst adopting an OSR form factor. If you are not used to the OSR, particularly how it clamps to the desk and how it moves, you may take issue with it.
What I liked:
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Pretty much Everything I liked about the FunSR PRO. The motor is silent, smooth and powerful. Speed / stroke length / starting position are all customisable.
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The Build. I like the aluminium casing, looks nice, and eliminates the need for a fan.
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Buckle. It’s very easy to install and swap the receiver using the buckle. The 4-pin connector also looks like good quality. It’s the same concept as FunSR1 2.0 but better implemented.
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Weight. Can’t call it light, but it weighs less than the PRO and is easier to handle.
What I disliked:
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Length. It extends quite long for something that is “mini”. I feel this length is unecessary and can be shed off in several areas. I still prefer to store it as a whole, and to sit closer to my desk.
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No Pitch and Roll. The receiver must remain in upright position with no rooms of tilting.
I feel this device is meant for someone who:
- Demand silent strokes.
- Doesn’t care for roll and pitch.
- Cool with the way the an OSR works.
Links & Coupon
If you enjoyed this review and would like to order one, feel free to use my promo code for a $10 discount at purchase.
- -$10 with FALAFEL
but in all seriousness this looks so clean and aesthetically pleasing. Was planning to get a handy2 once my funs1 bites the dust but that new twist module man… 
