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The five levels of intensity and five suction patterns also create a wide range of sensations. The Dame Aer is the first air-suction toy that we’ve liked better than our previous picks from Womanizer (the first brand to offer this technology). It’s significantly smaller and narrower than the Womanizer Classic we also like, and it’s made from a softer silicone material that’s more comfortable against the body. Most notably, of all the suction toys we’ve tried, the Aer produces a sensation that feels most similar to oral sex, according to our testers.

There is some controversy surrounding the impact of silicone lube on silicone toys, so we decided to conduct our own test. The toy has an IPX7 waterproof rating (meaning it can withstand being submerged in 3 feet of water for up to 30 minutes) and is made from molded silicone and plastic, so it’s relatively easy to clean. It comes with a one-year warranty, plus a 10-year guarantee that allows you to purchase a replacement model for 50% of the original price should your toy break in the decade following the initial year of coverage. The Purple Pleasure’s control panel consists of a pair of buttons located above the handle on the top of the toy. Pressing the top button for a few seconds turns the vibe on and off panty vibrators, and the same button allows you to cycle forward through five vibration strengths and 10 patterns.

Then we scoured the massive pool of sex toy options (and read tons of reviews) to find the ones that hit a variety of pleasure points, and that can be used alone or as a couple. According to sex therapists, prioritizing your pleasure offers benefits for yourself, and thus, your partner. With regular use, they can elevate your sexual experience no matter what you’re in the mood for.

(Those infamous rabbit vibrators? Yes!) Grab one for an intimate experience that’ll leave you breathless. The Evolved Tongue Tied is our favorite of the “tongue” vibrators we’ve tested. While they’re not as pinpointed as those from the Lelo Dot, we did find that this vibrator’s flickering tongue (measuring about 1 inch long and 0.25 inches wide at the tip) offers powerful, focused sensations. There can be a bit of a learning curve in terms of optimal positioning when using this toy, as applying too much pressure may cause the tongue’s motion to stall. The Tulip features a rolling ball bearing at the flat tip of the toy, which feels quite strong against a fingertip but provides less-intense stimulation when pressed against a clitoris. Positioning it is complicated, and our testers said it did not provide enough stimulation to be satisfying.

“Bullet vibrators are always an excellent choice for couples because they are small, mighty, and less intimidating than some other toys,” says Howard. “They are best used on the vulva and clitoris to stimulate different erogenous zones , such as the nipples.” Because they’re so petite, they’re also easy to use on the clitoris during penetrative sex, she adds. If you’d rather not have any phones near you during sex, then the We-Vibe Chorus is for you.