This thing is absolutely amazing - it's floppy enough to seem like it'd feel like nothing, but it's stimulating enough inside (with the right amount of lube added) that it provides some incredible sensations. I haven't tried the normal version of the 1000, but I suspect it would just be too mild a feeling. The additional heft if the 1000gs it makes it easier to give it more action than a simple sleeve-style stroker does, which definitely improves the experience. The entrance to this can be a little awkward to maneuver when in a sitting position but it's still doable one-handed with some deft effort, which is fine enough for me considering the angle improves the experience when used in the missionary and doggy style positions. The build quality in mine was extremely high, with one tiny additive imperfection that almost looks more like a mole than something wrong with the toy - no real flaws or defects to speak of. The only downsides are extremely minor, in that it's probably soft enough to tear if you get way too rough with it in cleaning or usage, and also it's a bit of a lint magnet. This toy is wholly worth full MSRP, so if you ever see it on sale, don't pass up the opportunity!