D I.Y Sex Toys: Self-Love Edition

It uses “WaveMotion technology” that allows the larger arm of the Ina Wave 2 to curl in the same way human fingers making a “come hither” gesture do. That finger-like motion stimulates the G-spot viberators, while the external arm acts as a clitoral stimulator. “The Magic Wand is still our No. 1 seller. We carry other wands, but it’s still the best. It has a reputation like no other,” says Amrich. The $70 model has a classic design that provides powerful vibration and must be plugged in while in use, while the newer, rechargeable model is $150.

The LELO Gigi 2 is made of super-smooth silicone and is completely waterproof (up to one meter). It does take a while to fully charge — roughly two hours — but it holds its charge for that long, as well. It comes with its own little carrying case, too, which is a small dome cover that pops right on top of the egg dish. I love this because it means that I can keep the vibrator out while it’s charging and no one will be the wiser.

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.

The Satisfyer Pro 2 is waterproof and easy to clean, though it is a bit loud before it creates a suction, so you may want to use this toy under some covers. The Satisfyer Pro 2 uses a pulsing sensation that provides the feel of sucking against your clitoris. In fact, it has a little notch that slips over your clitoris and creates a bit of suction, giving you a true-to-life mouth feeling. To help narrow down the best of what’s available, I tested a variety of vibrators all with their own specific use case. There were couple’s vibrators and bullet models, as well as finger-worn vibes and suction models. I’ve also included some insight into the testing methodology I used at the end of this guide.

“Womanizer is the OG brand of this style of toy, and they do it right.” You’ve probably heard of wand vibrators and G-spot vibrators, but fewer people are familiar with palm vibrators. As their names suggest, these compact vibrators are meant to fit comfortably in the palm of your hand and are usually flexible, soft, and rounded at the edges.

“Silicone or glass dildos are the best quality,” says Khalili, and this set doubles down on the latter option. One is pink and one is clear; the pink dildo is curved , with nodules along the shaft and bulbed tips at either end. If you and your partner are interested in exploring BDSM but are not into the black-leather vibe, this kit, with pre-tied knots made of natural fiber, is a good place to start.

What’s more, you can use it vaginally, anally or to stimulate other areas like breasts. If you are ready to level up your anal play experience, the Unbound Shimmy is the way to go. At just over six inches long and one inch in diameter, the Shimmy is definitely a medium plug, but not so large that it’ll take forever to work up to its size. The handle attached to the plug’s wider end allows for easy insertion, whether you’re using it alone or with a partner.