How to Use a Dildo: Step by Step Instructions with Video

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 Magic Wand Original is our podium pick for wand vibrators.

Affiliate commissions are how we can afford to produce these kind of in-depth, comprehensive reviews. The best course of action is to have a conversation with your partner about what they want to try, and what they might be open to trying. That way you’re all on the same page, and there’s no sudden surprises to ruin an intimate moment. But as with anything in any good relationship, you should talk to your partner about it first. Don’t just whip out an 8″ dildo in the heat of the moment and see what happens. These toys aren’t cheap, and you’ll want to protect your investment.

Since many dildos have ball and suction cups, these take away from the insertable length of a dildo. An 8″ dildo (length) might only have a 5″ or 6″ insertable length. When dildo manufacturers list their products, they use the overall length. If the dildo has balls, or a suction cup, that is included in the overall length. Double-ended dildos are ideal for those couples who love to play together.

For more, visit our Sexual Wellness section, where we unpack topics around consent, kink, sex toys, and more so you can have your safest and very best sexperiences yet. While any dildo is intended for sexual penetration, vibrators differ—they vibrate, but are not all designed for penetration. However, dildos empowered by motors can vibrate Inflatable Dildo, and many vibrators can be inserted too. Additionally, it’s usually up to the user to inflate the inflatable dildo to their preferred sizes. The Cock Locker Inflatable Penis paints a good picture of how this type of dildo can be adjusted.

The whole dildo looks like a penis erected by a young and strong man. In short, our massive dildos have a better sex experience than real men’s penis. When Allure tests a product, our editors look at it from every angle in an effort to best serve you. This is because of the increased risks that accompany sex toys.

Be the first to call dibs on our incredible sales and newest toys by entering your email below to join our mailing list. Manufacturers generally measure the width of a dildo rather than the circumference (or girth). To give you a great comparison, here is a visual of how dildo width translates to the average can of soda. All products featured on Allure are independently selected by our editors. Length is less important, as you don’t ever have to fully take the insertable length of a dildo, but you do have to be able to take the maximum width comfortably. The Stronic line by FunFactory are much more vibrator-like than the thrusting Mini Teddy.

When using any dildo toy, especially the larger ones, it’s important to use plenty of lube. These are molded and sculpted with intricate detail to provide the feel and texture of a real penis. They can vary from having balls or not, be straight or curved. Some even have a dual density fill – which consists of a firm center and a soft outer layer. Do you want a dildo that looks like a human penis, or something that’s completely different?