Vibrators: What They Are and How to Use Them

Then consider the range of intensities and patterns the toy provides vibrator, Carol Queen, PhD, a sex educator with Good Vibes, tells SELF, so you can turn it up as you get more turned on—or lower it if you want to draw out your orgasm. Most of our panel said this egg-shaped vibrator helped them achieve a more intense orgasm and they all noted how quiet it was, so they didn’t have to worry about anyone hearing it if they were in the next room. Our testers found it provided a completely different experience compared to other vibrators on the market and said it was beautifully designed. Lexington, Kentucky-based marriage and family therapist Juliana Hauser, PhD, previously told Allure where you place your vibrator is critical. High-frequency vibration designed to run off of pneumatic air power.

The Fifty Shades of Grey Greedy Girl G-Spot Rabbit Vibrator is as classic as sex toys come. This rumbly option has a girthy shaft paired with an adorable rabbit-shaped clit massager for double the pleasure and fun. It’s also worth mentioning that this vibrating massager features 36 toe-curling vibration combinations, so feel free to experiment with them. Some vibrators are best enjoyed solo, but the Adam & Eve Rechargeable Rabbit was made to be shared.

According to our panel, Le Wand was “a lot of fun” during partnered play. The versatile toy can be used for sensual massages, foreplay and during sex. Our panellists were blown away by the number of speed settings and distinctive vibration patterns there were to experiment with, allowing them to achieve orgasms that were both fast and intense. While the Deluxe Mini is small, it’s also pretty mighty, Megan Fleming, MD, a psychologist and AASECT-certified sex therapist, tells SELF. Its seven vibration patterns and 10 speed settings provide plenty of variety—FYI , that’s 70 combinations total. Plus, the ultra-flexible neck comes in handy when you’re using it with a partner (or two).

All our testers praised this vibrator for its discreet appearance and compact size. It has a good range of speeds and vibration settings – three speeds and seven pulsating patterns – and it was comfortable to use, even for lengthier periods. The best vibrators for couples can offer an enticing host of mind-body benefits, including shared intimacy and stronger orgasms. Using one of our best vibrators, love eggs, or app-controlled devices, could help to heighten your entire experience. Sex educator Linnea Marie notes that people “have the potential of achieving blended orgasms” with these toys, which is why they’re such a good accessory for people that can’t get off from penetration alone.

It would seem that vibrators fall under the rubric of unmentionable products (Katsanis, 1994), and hence are largely avoided from scientific inquiry (at least by marketing scholars). That said, vibrators constitute a market estimated at one billion dollars in the United States alone (Chiang, 2011). Most vibrators have locking mechanisms too, which some people mistake for a faulty product. Gerek vouches that this toy makes for “explosive climaxes” with its combination of sucking, stroking, and vibration. Yes, there’s even a “climax button” you can deploy when you’re getting close to coming, and the toy will suck you in even deeper, mimicking a deep-throating sensation for an intense finish.

You’ve already got a remote control for your TV and your stereo, but the best remote control vibrators are a whole ‘nother ball game, allowing you to dial up the sensations during sex without barely lifting a finger. Yep, nowadays you don’t have to awkwardly fumble with the buttons embedded on your sex toys during a romp like a plebe. Many vibrators for women and men come with their own remote or sync up with an app on your phone for ease of use and even some long-distance intrigue. Plus, when you add tech assistance to your sex life, you’re just asking for a good time.