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A vibrator is a battery or rechargeable-powered sex toy that delivers vibration to stimulate the body during solo or partnered play. They come in dozens of different formats for different purposes -- but the basics are simpler than the overwhelming number of options suggests. This guide breaks down every type, what each one does, and how to choose your first one. In this guide...

A clitoral stimulator is a sex toy designed specifically for external stimulation of the clitoris. The category has expanded significantly in recent years -- moving well beyond the traditional vibrator to include suction toys, air pulse technology, and licking stimulators that produce completely different kinds of sensation. This guide covers every type, how they work, and which one is right for you. In this...

A strap-on is a wearable dildo system -- a harness worn around the hips that holds a dildo in place for penetrative sex. Pegging is the specific practice of anal penetration with a strap-on. Both are more popular, more accessible, and more beginner-friendly than many people realise. This guide covers harness types, dildo selection, how to get started, and what to buy. In this...

A male masturbator is a sex toy designed for penile stimulation -- ranging from simple pocket-sized sleeves to fully automated devices with suction, vibration, and rotating internal mechanisms. The category has evolved dramatically in recent years, and the gap between a basic sleeve and a high-end automatic masturbator is significant. This guide breaks down every type and what to look for before buying. In...

The best couples sex toys are the ones both people actually feel during sex -- not something one partner holds on the side while the other tries to ignore it. This guide covers every category of toy designed specifically for use together: remote vibrators, cock rings, we-vibe styles, thrusting toys, and more -- with practical advice on what actually works and why. In this...

A butt plug is an anal toy designed to be inserted and worn -- unlike a dildo, which is used for in-and-out penetration, a butt plug has a tapered shape and a flared base that holds it securely in position. They are used solo during masturbation, during partnered sex, or simply worn for the sensation of fullness. This guide covers everything you need to...

Anal beads are a series of connected beads or spheres inserted into the rectum during sexual activity and removed -- usually at the point of orgasm. The sensation comes from the passage of each bead through the sphincter on both insertion and removal, which stimulates the densely-nerved anal opening in a rhythmic, controlled way that differs fundamentally from a butt plug or dildo. This...

A wand vibrator is a large, long-handled vibrator with a broad rounded head that delivers deep, powerful external stimulation. Wands are the most consistently effective vibrators for people who have difficulty orgasming with other toys -- and the most versatile, with a range of attachments that expand what the head can do. This guide covers everything you need to know before buying one. In...

A vibrator is a battery or rechargeable-powered sex toy that delivers vibration to stimulate the body during solo or partnered play. They come in dozens of different formats for different purposes -- but the basics are simpler than the overwhelming number of options suggests. This guide breaks down every type, what each one does, and how to choose your first one. In this guide...

A strap-on is a wearable dildo system -- a harness worn around the hips that holds a dildo in place for penetrative sex. Pegging is the specific practice of anal penetration with a strap-on. Both are more popular, more accessible, and more beginner-friendly than many people realise. This guide covers harness types, dildo selection, how to get started, and what to buy. In this...

Cleaning sex toys properly is one of the most overlooked aspects of toy ownership -- and one of the most important. The right cleaning method depends entirely on the toy's material. Silicone, glass, and metal can be fully sterilised. TPE and rubber cannot. Getting this wrong leads to bacterial build-up, material degradation, and avoidable health risks. This guide covers exactly what to do with...

A clitoral stimulator is a sex toy designed specifically for external stimulation of the clitoris. The category has expanded significantly in recent years -- moving well beyond the traditional vibrator to include suction toys, air pulse technology, and licking stimulators that produce completely different kinds of sensation. This guide covers every type, how they work, and which one is right for you. In this...