19 Homemade Sex Toys You Can DIY From Household Items, According to Sex Experts in 2022

There’s a lot of vibrator fear-mongering out there, mostly from idiots who are threatened by female sexual empowerment. Or that your male partners would be intimidated by your vibrator usage? Let’s bust through the BS and talk about how to make your vibrator a healthy part of your masturbatory life.

Generally you don’t need to disinfect toys that only one person uses or that stay covered with condoms. Some nonporous, nonmotorized toys can go into the dishwasher without soap for steam sanitizing. Alternatively, you can boil most nonporous, nonmotorized toys in hot water.

Rechargeable sex toys are better for the environment and your pocket, but bear in mind that you will have to wait for your toy to charge before use. This aesthetically pleasing two-in-one toy, which features a vibrating dildo and an external stimulator, was a big hit with testers. They said it was extremely straightforward to use and would make a great starter toy for couples who are new to sex toys.

In the best instances, the patch exposed to lube appeared slightly raised; in the worst cases, the lube completely removed the finish from the toy, causing it to become gummy, sticky, and blistered. The staff at Early to Bed replicated our test and found similar results. I received my master of public health degree in 2014 from Indiana University, where I assisted research scientist Debra Herbenick with academic and consumer research related to sex-toy use.

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.

With its shiny metallic finish in neon-bright colors, this is one of the most aesthetically pleasing bullets in my collection. Since this toy is longer and thicker than bullet vibes typically are, it can be used for internal vaginal stimulation in a pinch, making it a versatile pick. Unlike most motorized sex toys, which need to be plugged in prior to use, the Vibrato comes fully charged. So immediately after investigating the buttons and giving the toy a quick wash with warm water and fragrance-free soap (it’s waterproof, another bonus), I got down to it. Since downsizing to an apartment with limited storage, I’ve come to see the value in versatile sex toys, or gadgets that can be used in multiple ways. Figure out whether or not you’ll want to use your vibe for anal penetration—because if you do, it absolutely must have a flared base.

Thanks to its warming effect , this slick toy left our panel feeling hot and steamy, in the best way. Able to heat up and cool down, it’s perfect for those who enjoy temperature play. The navy and silver design was described as “elegant” by our panel vibrator, and the smooth material felt lovely to hold and use.

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.