Durex Play Slim Vibrator Sex Toy Waterproof 8 Vibrations
The best vibrators (and best sex toys in general) are not only powerful, but also easy and practical to use, with features like quiet motors, travel locks and extensive run times. We consulted experts for their advice on what to look out for when you’re shopping for one, and below have curated 10 of the best vibrators for just about every budget—ranging from accessibly priced options to high-end sex toys. We’ve also shared expert tips on how to properly clean and maintain your vibrator to get the most (and safest) use out of it. “If you want to enjoy more intense and overwhelming sensations (both internally and externally), it doesn’t get better than the Womanizer Duo 2,” Dr. O’Reilly tells SELF. It combines the air-pulse technology of a clitoral suction vibrator with a curved arm that has 14 vibration settings and slips inside. A toy that targets your clit and your G-spot at the same time, she says (sort of like a rabbit vibe, but better).
“It’s really a great option because it has Smart Silence viberator, so when it’s touching your body, it turns on and then when you pull it away from your body, it turns off,” says Amrich. The best wand vibrators can be used for solo or partnered time and deliver deep, rumbling sensations that can feel seriously mind-blowing on external body parts. They’re really popular for using on the clitoris, but you can also try them on nipples , penises, butts, or anywhere else you want to feel a nice buzz. And BTW, you may see some wand vibes labeled as “personal massagers,” but not all massage devices are the same—a percussive one (like the Theragun) shouldn’t be used everywhere. “Discovering what helps you orgasm contributes to your sexual confidence and boosts your sexual desire, which is great for yourself as well as sex with your partner,” says sex and relationship expert Tara Suwinyattichaiporn, Ph.D. When choosing a sex toy for solo play, she says to try to get toys that offer various types of stimulation.
In fact, there are a bunch of different kinds of vibrators out there—and it’s sensible to understand each kind before selecting one (or a few) to spend money on. According to their website, the Doxy Original Massager is 30 percent more powerful than Hitachi’s wand. Its large head and buttons make it easy to maneuver and change settings. I can’t test for whether the Doxy is exactly 30 percent more powerful, but it nonetheless had the same “foolproof orgasm” vibes — literally and figuratively — as other wands. Yes, the Womanizer is a suction toy, meaning it’s not this writer’s favorite.
Although this vibrator offers powerful vibrations for its small size, our testers found it to be a bit noisy compared with other models and tricky to clean around the edges of the swiveling head. Before the Lelo Dot, we recommended the Zumio S as our pick for precise stimulation. We still love the stimulation that this toy provides, but we have encountered some issues with battery longevity during long-term testing.
It’s a really great toy, especially when you consider how inconspicuous it is. The Strawberry Emojibator is a little bigger, and a little more complex. Shaped like a strawberry, it’s an eight vibration, eight suction setting toy that is designed to work as a vibrator or rose toy for clitorial stimulation.