How to Clean a Vibrator and Other Sex Toys Safely

Unlike the Womanizer Classic vibrator, which is widest toward the nozzle and has a narrow handle, the Aer has a narrow head that allows it to slip easily between the labia for positioning against the clitoris. This sleek, angled shape also makes the toy convenient to use for clitoral stimulation during intercourse, as it doesn’t take up a lot of space. Across 10 years of testing, we’ve relied on 11 people with vulvas—ranging in age from early 20s to late 70s—to compare clitoral toys. Prior to participating in our tests, all of the panelists had used vibrators and were reliably able to achieve orgasm through vibrator use, though some were more experienced than others.

The shorter, rounded piece of the Snail Vibe Curve acts as the external arm, Weiss explains, while the straight end can provide up to five inches of penetration. The coiled shape of the smaller arm allows it to stay in contact with your clit, even as you push and pull the toy, she says. Since the entire silicone snail is flexible, you can slide the longer end in just a little , or all the way—the “shell” part of the toy unfurls as you insert the toy deeper. In my opinion, this is an improvement over other rabbit vibes that have shorter arms that can’t reach your clit unless the other end is fully inside your vagina.

One of the slimmest suction vibrators available, the We-Vibe Melt is our pick for partnered and multi-partnered play. Designed to fit between two bodies during intercourse, it can seamlessly slide in place for non-intrusive clitoral pleasure. Choose from 12 different intensity levels using the buttons on the back of the toy or through the We-Vibe app. This wand from FemmeFunn is one of my all-time favorites, thanks to its simple controls, wide range of vibration patterns, and delightful texture it delivers. Covered in buttery, body-safe silicone, it feels silky and skinlike—not sticky or tacky, as can be the case with lower-quality toys.

The same goes for the very handy output level controls—these are powerful, useful tools that would be even more powerful if they could be adjusted on the fly. Ah, yes, the ever-elusive G-spot — the source of some of the most life-changing orgasms you’ll ever experience. There’s good news with We-Vibe Rave 2, which is designed to find a perfect angle for hitting the G-spot. We know that’s a lot of questions to consider, but the moral of the story is that you’ve got a lot options.

The result is a very intuitive user experience, as well as an impressively quiet one; as far as wand vibes go, the Wand 2 makes very little noise, and it’s easy to maneuver with one hand thanks to the bendy body. Finally, because this is a We-Vibe toy, its 10 intensity levels and 10 vibration patterns can also be accessed from the app for some long-distance play. These products are very small in size and have an oval shape similar to a bullet used in a gun. Most often, the bullet is attached to a control box with a thin wire. The bullet is designed to be inserted into the vagina and is used to stimulate the G-spot. Unlike mini vibrators with shafts, bullets cannot be used to simulate sexual intercourse.

Orgasms release a jumble of hormones that cause positive feelings — oxytocin, dopamine, and endorphins. But, as we know, depression isn’t a mood — it’s a mental health illness that is more pervasive than grumpiness. Chronic vaginal dryness is uncomfortable AF, and it’s not something that just affects people going through menopause. The Good Housekeeping Institute has been testing products for over 100 years, so we know what we’re looking for when it comes to best in class. Before my Motorbunny arrived, my contact at the company warned me that this thing was strong. I assured them that I had already seen their machine in action and was down to try it.