National Masturbation Month: The history of the vibrator
The folks at Satisfyer sent me a few of their app-friendly toys recently and a partner and I decided to try a few out (for science). On top of some extensive solo research, I’m here to give you a run-down of a few of their app-controlled sex toys that you might want to pick up ASAP. The other side of the toy—which functions as the handle of the wand portion—is a 5.75-inch long dildo with a motor that allows it to vibrate, twirl, or twist. When used as a dildo, the Vibrato can help people who enjoy penetration get theirs, Weiss says. Many vulva-owners enjoy penetration even more after a clitoral orgasm, as the vagina often expands and becomes more lubricated in response to pleasure, she says. As such, she loves that each side of the vibrator can provide a different kind of orgasm.
This category includes a wide range of toys, but the idea is that they stimulate internal or external erogenous zones (or both!) by vibrating. Some vibrators, like bullet vibrators or suction vibrators, are designed to be used on the clitoris, nipples, perineum, or other external body parts. Others, like G-spot vibrators or anal vibrators, are meant to go inside your body and vibrate against your internal hotspots. The Lelo Soraya Rabbit stands out as the undisputed champion in the realm of rabbit vibrators, offering a perfect blend of elegance and power. With its dual-stimulation design, whisper-quiet motor, and body-safe silicone, the Soraya delivers intense pleasure while maintaining a luxurious feel. Its intuitive controls, customizable settings, and ergonomic shape make it a top choice for those seeking an unparalleled and sophisticated sensual experience.
If I think about the effects that most often confound neophytes, the Uni-Vibe and its many clones have to be right near the top of the list. With the Fidech G-Spot Rabbit Vibrator, you get the the power and pleasure of a rabbit, but at a pleasingly low price. On the spec side, the Satisfyer Pro 2 is completely waterproof and comes with a USB magnetic cable for easy charging. It’s a bit of an eyeful, but at this price, it’s a bargain too — endless amounts of bedroom fun, whether you’re riding solo or with your partner. Not every type of vibrator will suit everyone’s pleasuring needs, so it’s worth considering your options before taking the plunge. After all, you’re buying something that’ll go inside, around, and on top of intimate and delicate parts.
German brand Fun Factory makes some of the best-engineered vibes on the market, which is why this rabbit is so damn good. Its ultra-powerful dual motors serve up deep, thrumming vibration to both the G-spot and the clit (or to the prostate and perineum, if used anally). The flexibility of its external arm allows it to move with you when you thrust the toy—and thrusting is a breeze with this vibe, because of its looped handle.
Even folks who have yet to dip their toe into the sex toy world have heard about the best vibrators and the innovation sex tech has brought us this century. Originally, they were merely crude dildos that just happened to vibrate. As a deeper understanding of the human anatomy has come to light, vibrators are designed to transcend archaic stereotypes about what sexual pleasure should be. Though certain designs have their drawbacks, vibrators, overall, are pretty versatile in terms of where you can place them. A G-spot toy usually can’t be used anally, but that doesn’t mean you can’t use their buzzy sensations to massage your erogenous zones. However, due to their usually small size, external vibrators tend to be the best option for placement play.
The Satisfyer Pro 2 is an Adam & Eve top seller and also has the stamp of approval from my Mashable colleague Jess Joho, who deemed it the best budget suction clitoral stimulator. Given this track record, I had high expectations for the Magic Wand and it handedly met them. I hesitate to say wands are foolproof orgasm machines because every body is different — but for my cis woman self viberator, that was certainly the case. In truth, there’s no singular “best” vibrator out there, as everyone has different tastes. Someone who loves a suction vibrator may think a wand is overhyped, and vice versa. Sensually crafted to stimulate all the vagina’s pleasure spots at once, Smile Makers The Romantic boasts an ultra-powerful motor and a unique motion technology that delivers smooth and rumbly effects.
You may want to do some research to pick a vibrator that will satisfy your needs, although many vibrators have a variety of possible uses and vibration strength settings. The Ruby Glow Massager contours to your body—one side has raised ridges that you can grind your vulva against, while the other features a smooth nub that targets your perineum. Each side has its own motor , so “you can either rock back and forth along the toy, or simply sit down on it and let the vibrations do all the leg work,” Finn tells SELF. The Ballerina stays easy to maneuver in any position and can even rest between two bodies without you holding it there. It has 12 different settings, two simple buttons, and is quiet (even at its strongest). I try to keep things simple and stick with vibrators that are USB rechargeable either with USB-A or USB-C.
Plus, it can be controlled by buttons on the device or an app-connected smartphone so your partner can pleasure you even from afar. Our testers couldn’t believe how powerful this palm-sized vibrator was, even on the lower speed settings. The vibrations were a bit too intense for some, but if you’re in the market for a small but mighty bullet vibrator, this is a hot contender. Made from soft silicone with a squidgy gel tip, all testers said it was comfortable and easy to use and were impressed with the wide range of settings to explore. Bullet and wand vibrators do the same thing — external stimulation on parts of your body, such as the clitoris. While “bullet” often describes small, bullet-shaped vibrators, Amrich uses that label more broadly to categorize vibrators that focus on clitoral stimulation and aren’t specifically designed to be inserted into the body.