Bought this as a means to an end, and also the fact it could be worn with the pump detached.
It is easy to put in, I have been using a hybrid lube, and enjoy the full pumped feeling, and being stretched for a session of fisting.
The pump hose can be a little difficult to reattach when the inflatable is in, but that is purely with solo play.
The smooth silicon of the inflatable plug is very smooth, which makes for easy insertion.
Value for money, yes, I certainly think so.
If you are wanting an inflatable toy for anal training and stretching, I would recommend this as something that you should consider trying.
An added bonus is the plug can be infltated to your desired size, the hose removed, and the suction cup base comes into play, in as much as it can be put onto the shower wall, and used as a regular butt plug. Better still is when you take it out whilst inflated.
