22 Homemade Sex Toys You Can Make From Household Items

Clitoral suction stimulators are designed to replicate the sensation of oral sex, and this winning Womanizer toy is a top-tier option. Every product below has been tested by at least five people, who made sure it lived up to any claims made on the box. This included trying every speed setting, vibration type and any accompanying apps, as offered by toys like Lovense’s App-Controlled Love Egg Vibrator. Hard plastic and silicone toys are easiest to clean with anti-bacterial soap and cool or warm water.

If you shop online vibrators, you have a huge selection, and you don’t have to worry about anyone peering over your shoulder. Go to websites that are really great at providing educational/expert information with their toys, like Babeland, Good Vibrations, Ella Paradis or Lovehoney. Some sites even give you the option to chat with a live representative who can answer your questions. Also, for all modes, music is available to create a relaxing atmosphere. The main distinguishing feature is that the app also works when the screen is off. It provides a convenient and portable massage solution, making it perfect for on-the-go relaxation or relieving muscle tension throughout the day.

Another key facet of using any vibrator is keeping it nice and clean, to avoid bacteria buildup and infection. “For toys with motors, you can use fragrance-free soap and water or toy cleaner,” Eva Sweeney, a sex toy reviewer, educator, and founder of Cripping Up Sex with Eva, previously told Allure. You can spritz the toy with a bit of warm soapy water, or, if it’s waterproof, you can soak it in the sink for a few moments. And, like all LELO sex toys, the Ora 3 is so elegantly designed that you can leave it out on your nightstand and people will assume it’s simply a beautiful sculpture…maybe. The G-spot, the P-spot, the A-spot—no matter which internal spot you’re looking to stimulate, there’s probably an insertable vibrator that’s up to the task.

“Nearly all STIs are capable of being transmitted through sex toys, especially toys that are inserted into the body or make mucosal contact,” Susan Bard, a New York City-based dermatologist, affirmed. We loved the strong vibrations and easy-to-hold loop handle on the brand’s White Temptation but found the loaf-like shape to be awkward to use, preferring the tapered silhouette of the Purple Pleasure. The Beso Plus was our least favorite of the clitoral suction/G-spot dual-stimulator vibrators we’ve tried. Our tester found the “mouth” of the toy to be uncomfortably firm and irritating. If you wish to use a lubricant with your toy (as experts often recommend), keep in mind that only water-based lube is safe to use with all types of toys. Oil-based lubricants are not just unsafe for use with condoms but can also interact badly with toys made of soft plastic or rubber, causing the devices to disintegrate or to leach chemicals (PDF).

Although our testers liked the sleek shape and size of this model, in our tests it generally worked better as a G-spot toy than as a clitoral vibrator. The Sassy’s sibling, the Pillow Talk Flirty bullet, is designed specifically for clitoral stimulation, but we found that its vibrations were not as strong as those of our budget pick. Compared with the design of similar models we’ve considered, the Aer’s oval nozzle opening is a bit larger (measuring 0.8 by 0.5 inches), creating more diffuse airflow while maintaining a tight seal due to the soft, flexible rim. Our testers reported that the sensations of the Aer were more gentle, diffuse, and even “cloud-like,” more accurately replicating the sensations of oral sex than other models we’ve tested in the past.

Its curved shaft is designed to fit inside the vagina, and it has a slender external arm that makes for easy removal. “It can be controlled from anywhere in the world , the curved head nestles comfortably against the sensitive tissues of the G-spot, and the vibrations range from a rumble to a pulsing earthquake,” Francis says. Like other remote-control offerings, the Lush 3 can also sync up with your music, creating unlimited vibration patterns for an ultra-customizable experience. Most wand vibrators have ball-shaped heads, long handles, and intense motors.

These two-in-one toys have the benefits of a girthy, and sometimes thrusting, shaft that’s combined with the pleasure of your favorite clit stimulators. If direct stimulation (or external stimulation overall) doesn’t get you off, don’t sweat. Below are a few sex toy alternatives that are guaranteed to tempt you with a good time. This aesthetically pleasing stroker comes recommended by Danielle Bezalel, a sex educator and the creator/host of the Sex Ed With DB podcast. “The Flex’s spiral-ribbed casing has created spinning stimulation,” she explains. “Cover the air hole at the top of the item during use, and the Flex will wind and unwind, creating a spiraling movement!

Everyone praised the soft, supple material and agreed it was extremely quiet, giving them the confidence to use it with others at home or when travelling. If you love the size and the stimulation provided by beginner bullets, but are in the market for a more sophisticated vibrator, try this lipstick-like option from We-Vibe. Lovehoney received rave reviews when it first brought out the Rose Clitoral Suction Stimulator, and it recently revisited the original design to add some bells and whistles – or to be exact, a G-spot egg.

The sex toy scene has truly gone off in recent years via thrilling tech advancements (hello, app-controlled toys bridging the long-distance gap) and game-changing categories designed to elevate your solo or shared pleasure. Suction vibrators are a standout innovation that’s made major waves. Also known as clit sucking toys or clit suction vibrators, this category focuses on clitoral pleasure via air pressure and vibrating suction—a departure from traditional buzzy sex toys for beginners. “Dual-stimulation vibrators can be easy to use, and the combined internal and external stimulation can be great for beginners who don’t want to have to buy two different toys,” says Alesandra Madison, a BDSM educator. Many of them offer different types of stimulation from different parts of the toy.