Meanwhile app-controlled vibrators are ideal for long-distance

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You can also use the band to adjust the tightness just how you like it. It focuses deep, strong vibrations right onto your frenulum and the surrounding area, no stroking or thrusting required. As with other Lovense toys, this one can be controlled via the well-designed Lovense app, so you can create your own vibration patterns, sync up the vibrations with music, or even let a far-away partner take control of the toy. Are willing to get a little adventurous with your first foray into the land of sex toys?

Our Good Housekeeping Institute testing panel viberators, made up of over 130 women of all ages and sex toy experience levels, tested a range of vibrators to find the ones worth investing in. Safe-sex practices are important either with a partner or on your own. Ensuring your toys are clean keeps infections at bay and can improve the life-span of your bedroom buddy. Remote control options come with a separate device that offers short-range control or hands-free fun. Meanwhile app-controlled vibrators are ideal for long-distance sessions.

When it comes to design, Shannon suggests thinking about sensations you know you like during solo or partnered sex and looking for a toy that can mimic them. Battery-operated toys are also nice for travel—just take out the batteries, and you won’t have to worry about them accidentally starting up in your bag. Plug-in toys won’t turn on unexpectedly either, but their real claim to fame is their intensity. Since they’re connected directly to a power source, they can provide much stronger vibrations than other models. All of the toys featured in this guide are paired with proprietary mobile apps that can be used to remotely control them from areas way outside the bedroom, often through WiFi-enabled connections. Some of these apps (Lovense Remote, FeelConnect chiefly among them) simply allow you to access your partner’s toy remotely even if you don’t have one yourself.

Equipped with a special gripped design that targets both your G-spot and clitoris, Lovense’s Dolce vibrator comes equipped with two motors for both areas. Testers loved that the toy’s adjustable base allowed them to use this toy hands-free, enabling the Dolce to sit firmly against the skin and fit snugly internally. Its petite size makes it a perfect option for play while away from home, alongside its discreet design profile.

Silicone lubricants are great for anal play, but unfortunately they interact negatively with silicone toys. I’m a full-time writer and sex educator who has tested more than 200 different sex toys in the past 25 years. I began blogging about sex toys in 2011, and I worked as a toy tester and copywriter for the retailer The Stockroom for several years. And, like all Magic Wand models, it’s also useful as a whole-body massager. Shopping for sex toys can be intimidating, for first-time buyers and experienced users alike. We talked to sex experts to find out how vibrators can enhance pleasure during both solo and couple play.

“It’s clitoral massager that’s no bigger than a lipstick, but still packs a range of intensities perfect for those exploring on the go.” Throw it in your bag with your chapstick, and no one will ask questions. While the controller does have up and down arrows, you can also squeeze and hold the outer, squishy part. This increases the speed of the vibration for as long as you’re holding it, which I found to be a highly enjoyable alternative to fumbling with specific controls while in use. The vibrator also connects to We-Vibe’s app which, when connected to WiFi, can control your vibrators from anywhere in the world.

The Hot Octopuss Pulse II is billed as the world’s first “guybrator”, and claims to be fun to use flaccid or erect. I have to admit that I was exceedingly skeptical when I first heard about this product, but my trusted male reviewer helped me realize that this could be a very fun purchase for some guys. The Greedy Girl is one of Lovehoney’s best-selling toys, with a 4.6 star rating from more than 1800 reviews. If you are a size queen who likes deep penetration stimulating your G-spot and beyond, then the Big Boss is for you. True to its name, it measures in at 9.25 inches long (with roughly 6.5 inches of insertable length) and has a big girth of 1.06 to 1.77 inches. It provides that very full feeling and puts nice pressure on the G-spot.

Still , it’s a worthy contender for those who enjoy dual stimulation. The tip emits high-frequency waves while the shaft provides deep rumbly vibrations, allowing you to create all manner of combinations. There are 25 speed combos and five pleasure patterns to choose between, so rest assured you’ll never get bored. Our panel of testers thought it looked discreet, and liked the size and shape. As for performance, most found it pleasurable to use and enjoyed a better and faster orgasm.