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“Hysteria” and the Strange History of Vibrators

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.

An extra wide mouth on the LELO Sila means this suction toy can travel to so many erogenous zones and caters to all clitoral sizes. Perfect for foreplay or solo play, it easily suctions over the entire clitoris and can even be used on your nipples. Whether you’re a jet setter, searching for the perfect after-dark honeymoon accessory or just don’t want something that screams “sex toy,” this shell-shaped toy is bound to be your new BFF.

Made from soft silicone, it has five speeds and six patterns for users to enjoy, with most of our testers saying it helped them achieve a stronger orgasm more quickly. To find the top performers, our Good Housekeeping Institute testing panel of 123 women put a range of models to the test. While I easily had sex with my partner during the aforementioned play party, sitting on top of an intensely vibrating machine in front of people I didn’t know felt too exposed for me, for some reason. However, the other people I’d seen trying it out always looked like they’d immensely enjoyed it. That’s why when the opportunity arose for me to try the Motorbunny Buck in my own home, I was stoked.

Equipped with a special gripped design that targets both your G-spot and clitoris, Lovense’s Dolce vibrator comes equipped with two motors for both areas. Testers loved that the toy’s adjustable base allowed them to use this toy hands-free, enabling the Dolce to sit firmly against the skin and fit snugly internally. Its petite size makes it a perfect option for play while away from home, alongside its discreet design profile.

You can place it on the bed or a chair, then grind against or ride it during solo play. One side has a flicking tongue, which you can use to mimic the feeling of oral sex on your clit or anus, while the other has a warming feature (because heated seats aren’t just for cars anymore). Waterproof and remote-controllable, the Vibepad will surely be a grinder’s go-to—just remember to add a dab of water-based lubricant for maximum comfort. Some of the intercourse simulators in this guide are paired with content libraries that sync up with mechanical motions performed by the toys. Your partner may also be able to access an audio interface with each mobile app that allows them to take physical control of your toy while also projecting audio into your partner’s space, and vice versa. These capabilities are becoming more commonplace for highly developed sex toys designed for couples living apart.

If you’re new to the party-for-one game, Alexandra Fine , sexologist and co-founder of Dame has a few pointers. “Imagine the sensations of all these different kinds of vibrators.” She adds that if the sensation sounds like something you would like, your body will tell you. “Launched earlier this year, OhMiBod’s Lovelife Rev was designed with accessibility in mind. Its ergonomic design and large button are easier to grip than most vibes.” The easy-to-grip ergonomic design means all of your attention can go to getting off.

Whether you consider yourself a size queen, a bullet buff vibrator, or something in between, you’ll find at least one option here to rock your world. Join our email list and receive exclusive offers, CRAVE Culture editions, and early access to every new product drop. They may all have the same goal, but each vibrator on this list is unique. Unlike the Pom, Mimi can’t bend and doesn’t come with its own pouch.