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Jess also hosts CityTV’s Intimately You, PlayboyTV’s hit reality series Swing, and her weekly @SexWithDrJess podcast alongside her husband, Brandon. If you struggle to achieve an orgasm and can’t pinpoint why, the Lioness Vibrator 2.0 was designed for you. If you’d prefer a more compact wand, or one that’s battery operated, try the Vibratex Mystic Wand Vibrator ($80). It’s made by the same company as the Magic Wand, but is much smaller and easier to travel with. You can’t talk about the best vibrator without talking about the Magic Wand. This classic vibrator has been around for decades and is still one of the best selling toys on the market.
But just when I thought the sex toy market had reached peak ingenuity, I was proven wrong, when a vibrator inspired by snails went viral on TikTok. These sex toys vary widely in terms of looks , operation, and the sensations they provide, but fall most commonly into two categories. You’re about to have this vibe literally and figuratively wrapped around your finger. You can use it together to spice up foreplay or use it alone when you need some me-time. This vibrating penis ring scores a whisper-quiet two out of five on Babeland’s volume scale. Besides keeping your pleasure sessions on the down low, it also possesses 10 intensity levels, an easy-on quick-release design and a custom fit among its many pros.
This cheekily named Four Play set from Evolved involves four toys in one. “Just as much as they’re good for solo play, they’re also perfect to use during intercourse, as they’re unintimidating and small enough not to get in the way,” Alvarez Story says. “Bullet vibes are only designed for external use, not as much for insertion,” as they don’t have a flared base so they shouldn’t be used anally. But ironically, women’s sexual pleasure was the furthest thing from the minds of the male doctors who invented vibrators almost two centuries ago. Therein hangs a strange tale that provides quirky insights into both the history of sex toys and cultural notions about women’s sexuality. So when I heard about a three-in-one toy from Playboy’s Pleasure line called the Vibrato ($136, babeland.com), which functions as a wand vibrator, a vibrating dildo, and a G-spot stimulator, I decided to give it a spin.
If I think about the effects that most often confound neophytes, the Uni-Vibe and its many clones have to be right near the top of the list. With the Fidech G-Spot Rabbit Vibrator, you get the the power and pleasure of a rabbit, but at a pleasingly low price. On the spec side, the Satisfyer Pro 2 is completely waterproof and comes with a USB magnetic cable for easy charging. It’s a bit of an eyeful, but at this price, it’s a bargain too — endless amounts of bedroom fun, whether you’re riding solo or with your partner. Not every type of vibrator will suit everyone’s pleasuring needs, so it’s worth considering your options before taking the plunge. After all, you’re buying something that’ll go inside, around vibrator, and on top of intimate and delicate parts.
My favorite part about the Satisfyer Pro 2 is the shape — it almost looks like a hairbrush with a small nose on the top. The only part that really vibrates is that little nose, so your wrist or hands don’t feel numb from the vibrations. The Fin’s tether also easily slips off even if you’re in the middle of using it, and the buzzing is quiet enough that it won’t distract you (or wake the neighbors). It’s water-resistant, too, and made of medical-grade silicone, making it great for anyone with sensitive skin. Its pointy side can be a little intense with its targeted vibrations, though. I found myself feeling over-sensitive and needing a break after a few minutes of extended use.
The Rechargeable is Finn’s favorite of Magic Wand’s offerings to recommend because it is cordless and features a smooth silicone head and quieter motor. Some finger vibrators come in the design of a finger sleeve that easily slips over your digit of choice to make solo play or foreplay as easy as pressing a button (or your erogenous zones). Other devices are slightly larger and pebble-shaped to stimulate more surface area at once. Look no further than a bullet vibrator—the lipstick-shaped We-Vibe Tango X is tops. “[It] offers vibrations that penetrate through the skin to stimulate the entire clitoris,” sex educator Javay Frye-Nekrasova, MEd, previously told SELF.
“Vibrators with various settings and modes of stimulation allow you to explore a range of sensations to discover what feels best,” she says. “Versatile options are also ideal if you enjoy switching between different types of stimulation or want a toy that can be used in different ways, whether during solo or partnered play,” she adds. The Lush 3’s curved design provides simultaneous internal and external stimulation, with the egg vibrator designed to target the G-spot while a smaller vibrating pebble sits on the clitoris. Testers loved that the base is compatible with all Love Not War vibe heads – ideal when you can’t decide what you’re in the mood for – and they rated the sleek, waterproof design, long-lasting battery and handy travel-lock feature.