“Hysteria” and the Strange History of Vibrators
So whatever mood you’re in… there’s a toy on this list that will satisfy you. Because they offer a whole new world of possibilities when it comes to enjoying our sexuality. You’ll also want to make sure that you have a solid Bluetooth connection—after all, you don’t want the toy losing power in the middle of… well, you know. That means you can give your partner a little extra stimulation even when you’re not in the same room (or even the same country). With its powerful motor, it packs a punch that other wand massagers simply can’t match. And with its male and female attachments, it opens up a whole world of new possibilities.
The travel lock also adds to its discretion and portability, eliminating the fear of having to explain your vibrating bag. Discreet, petite and powerful, bullet vibrators are hard to beat — especially when they’re this good. The sleek, matte finish gives this one a luxurious feel, while the compact, lightweight design made it easy to hold and manoeuvre. But shopping for sex toys can be intimidating, and with more products on the market than ever before, finding a device that suits your needs is no easy feat.
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 vibrators, 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.
Satisfyer claims that the toy can operate for up to two hours after three hours of charge time, but the actual time may vary depending on the strength at which you use the toy. We recommend periodically charging the toy to preserve its longevity, rather than allowing the battery to run down completely. Testers reported that the long handle makes the Magic Wand comfortable to hold for long periods of time without hand cramping or numbness. The switch sits high enough on the handle that testers were unlikely to switch it off accidentally during use (which was an issue with some of the smaller rechargeable models). We’ve focused on toys that will work well for most people , including beginners.
“Honestly, the quietest toys are going to be marketed as quiet,” says Gigi Engle, a certified sex and relationship psychotherapist and resident intimacy expert at dating app, 3Fun. “With that being said, you’re going to want to look for something smaller that has a smaller motor.” Engle explains that the smaller the motor, the quieter the toy. “You’re going to have better luck with palm, finger, and bullet vibrators. These toys are basically silent, which can be a great choice,” Engle adds. Wands are super versatile, with long handles and large heads that make them easy to use in different solo or partnered positions.
The W500 model offers two different sized heads — because clitorises don’t come in one shape or size! — which is a nice upgrade but you’ve got to be willing to pay the price” (The Pleasure Chest, $220). No matter your tastes, there are many, many uses for remote-controlled sex toys — from hands-free solo play or partnered activities (up close or long distance). To start, I stripped to my silk skivvies, keeping them on as a buffer just in case the vibrations from the wand were too intense. When they weren’t, I threw my underwear to the floor and reached for some water-based lubricant in my night table.