33 of the Very Best Vibrators

Type: Wand | Material: Silicone, ABS plastic | Speed: 4 speeds | Patterns: 4 patterns

Originally marketed as a muscle massager, the Magic Wand (formerly the Hitachi Magic Wand) was released in 1968 and quickly took off as a vibrator. It’s been a categorical favorite ever since. I’ve had mine for about a year and I very quickly understood why. While I have plenty of other toys in my nightstand that may be more aesthetically pleasing or boast some new tech, I find myself reaching for the Magic Wand over them time and time again. It’s just that good. Today’s rechargeable version is cordless, plus it’s lighter and quieter than the original. Carol Queen, Ph.D., staff sexologist at Good Vibrations in San Francisco and curator of the store’s Antique Vibrator Museum, says it has a well-deserved reputation for being “strong and consistent,” with many users having had their first orgasms with this “power player,” making it their “go-to sex-toy friend.” Writer Beca Grimm agrees: “It’s the Maybelline Great Lash of vibrators — the same no-frills shit your mom used (maybe still uses?) that gets the job done.” Archie Bongiovanni, sexual-health educator and events coordinator at the Minneapolis store Smitten Kitten, calls it “the Cadillac of vibrators” and points out that it can feel good on a penis, too, along with the clitoris and vulva. While it got the most recommendations of any toy on this list, a few of our experts did note that it can sometimes be too intense when used directly on more sensitive areas of the body. “It’s too powerful for me, so I like to put a cover on it or place it on my hip bone so I can still feel the vibrations,” says sex educator Lola Jean. Pleasure-based sex educator and kink trainer Lateef Taylor recommends buying wand attachments to explore different sensations with the wand on various body parts.

Type: Wand | Material: Silicone, ABS plastic | Speed: 6 speeds | Patterns: 4 patterns

Le Wand Petite shares the shape and intensity of the Magic Wand but in a much smaller toy that’s easier to travel with, store, and handle. Despite the size, it still packs a “powerful punch,” says Lisa Finn, brand manager at Babeland, adding that the smooth silicone head is perfect for broader, external stimulation on any type of body, regardless of gender. Sex educator and blogger Kelvin Sparks agrees and adds that because it has a slimmer design, it can fit between bodies without getting in the way, so it’s great for people looking for a vibrator they want to use during penetrative sex. Shan Boodram, author of The Game of Desire, says it delivers on both aesthetics and power. “It’s a toy that I use solo, with my partner, on my partner, and casually on other parts of my body,” she says. Plus, “if it’s left lying around and company comes over (because, seriously, I do use it casually), I’m never embarrassed if it’s spotted.”

Type: Palm | Material: Silicone | Speed: 5 speeds | Patterns: 7 patterns

Discreet, waterproof, and rechargeable, the Je Joue Mimi works for both solo and couple play, without a lot of noise. Bongiovanni recommends it for anyone looking for a quiet toy. With adjustable vibration patterns and speeds, the Mimi is ideal if you’re into a more mellow toy. Andrea Barrica, CEO and founder of O.school, says it’s her go-to because she finds most wands and suction toys to be too intense. When we tested this as part of a review of high-design vibrators, one of our testers simply said, “The Mimi, so soft.”

Type: Palm | Material: Silicone | Speed: 8 speeds | Patterns: 0 patterns

Like the Mimi, the Touch is made of supersoft, medical-grade silicone that’s totally waterproof. It’s also one of Bongiovanni’s recommendations for quiet toys. Olive Moore of Narcisse NYC in Brooklyn says it’s “perfect” for people with roommates or if loud buzzing takes you out of the moment. One of our testers said that compared to other We-Vibe vibrators she has tried, the Touch is more ergonomic and has deeper, rumbly-er vibrations. The contoured, handheld form is perfectly sized for stimulation across the labia and clitoris.

Type: Wearable | Material: Silicone | Speed: 3 speeds | Patterns: 0 patterns

Another popular toy that can be worn during intercourse is the Eva II from Dame. Sid Azmi, the owner of Please in Brooklyn, likes that this small vibrator with two flexible arms allows for hands-free play. The Eva is designed to rest between the labia, using its arms to secure it comfortably in place. This means it can deliver direct clitoral stimulation no matter which position you’re in or how often you move. Azmi says, “It’s nice to not always have to masturbate on your back, and it’s great for use while having sex with a partner.” She points out that many people have trouble achieving orgasm through internal stimulation alone. Madeline Cooper, a licensed clinical social worker and therapist who specializes in sexuality and relationships, whom we spoke to for our roundup of the best sex toys for couples, also recommends the Eva vibrator so you don’t have to focus on holding something in place while you’re engaging with your partner during intimacy.

Type: C-shaped | Material: Silicone | Speed: 3 speeds | Patterns: 7 patterns

According to Jacq Jones, sex educator and owner of Baltimore’s Sugar shop, the We-Vibe Sync is “the most popular vibe for couples in the world.” (The We-Vibe Sync is also at the top of our roundup of the best sex toys for couples, and We-Vibe, in general, came recommended in our sweep of the best sex toys for long-distance couples.) She told us it was the first toy that was designed specifically to put vibration and pressure on both the G-spot and the clit while also being worn during sexual intercourse. Because of its unique U shape, it can be used during sex, with both partners enjoying the vibrations. Bongiovanni says that with the additional We-Connect app and Bluetooth functions, this is also a great toy to wear out and about while a partner controls the vibration and is a “fantastic long-distance toy.” Emmy Williams, manager of Narcisse NYC, loves the Sync because the flexible fit of the toy and the vibration patterns can be customized to a “near-limitless degree.”

Type: Tongue style | Material: Silicone, ABS plastic | Speed: 6 speeds | Patterns: 8 patterns

Another vibrator that feels similar to receiving oral sex, the ergonomic Mimic can be used externally on the clitoris and labia, or even on testicles. The flat surfaces and edges of the Mimic provide different levels of pressure and vibration so you can customize your experience. “I can’t say enough about the Mimic,” says Angela Wells, founder, president, and CEO of Vibrant, Planned Parenthood’s sex-toy e-tailer, who loves that it’s waterproof and easy to incorporate into play with partners. Ava Mir-Ausziehen, a performer, writer, and sex-toy reviewer for Sssh.com, is also a fan of its thin, flexible shape.

Type: Finger style | Material: Silicone | Speed: 3 speeds | Patterns: 0 patterns

Best for those seeking the pressure and feel of a fingertip, the Fin from Dame — a newer brand founded and designed by women — has two vibrating patterns and three speeds. Our testers agreed that Dame’s vibrators were the softest of the bunch, with silicone that “feels like expensive silk.”

Type: G-spot pulsator | Material: Silicone | Speed: 7 speeds | Patterns: 3 patterns

If you’re seeking a toy for internal use with a thrusting feel, Fun Factory’s Stronic line of waterproof silicone toys is an expert favorite because of the toys’ smooth, comfortable insertion and powerful motion. “These toys produce a powerful thrusting motion,” Bongiovanni says, describing the rhythm as “smooth and nearly silent.” The shape of this slim model is geared toward G-spot stimulation and offers a choice of seven speeds and three rhythm settings.

Type: Rabbit pulsator | Material: Silicone | Speed: 8 speeds | Patterns: 8 patterns

The Bi Stronic combines the thrusting power of the Stronic G with a “rabbit style” vibrator for an external clitoral buzz. Sex expert Lorraine White says, “The unique motor (precision German engineering!) in the shaft can be set to mimic a natural thrusting motion while vibrating” to achieve a blended orgasm. The clitoral section of the vibrator can also be controlled separately if you prefer just G-spot stimulation.

Type: Oscillator | Material: Silicone, ABS plastic | Speed: 8 speeds | Patterns: 0 patterns

Jones admits that the Zumio X is “weird-looking, like a rechargeable toothbrush that lost its head,” but also says it’s one of her favorite vibrators. The pinpoint tip provides intense clitoral stimulation, and it moves in a unique oscillating pattern that some may prefer to a traditional buzzing toy. “The Zumio is unlike any other toy I own or have seen on the market,” says Moore. Since the tip actually moves instead of just vibrating, it makes for really unique sensations, she notes.

Type: Double ended | Material: Silicone | Speed: 10 speeds | Patterns: 12 patterns

Because all bodies are different, finding toys that can be used in a number of different ways is important to both Azmi and Zoë Ligon, founder of Spectrum Boutique. The more flexible a vibrator is, the more kinds of bodies it can potentially please. According to Azmi, the PicoBong Transformer, which has been around for a number of years, is a vastly underrated toy. Azmi likened the toy’s shape to a “jump rope with two bulbous ends” and told us that when you turn it on, the whole thing vibrates. The open-ended design allows you to use it in a multitude of ways, including internally, externally, with a partner, alone, wrapped around a penis like a cock ring, or simply to massage your neck. It’s pliable, so it can do a bunch of things, which makes it especially nice for people of all genders and people with changing bodies.

Type: Bullet | Material: ABS plastic | Speed: 8 speeds | Patterns: 0 patterns

Sparks describes the We-Vibe Tango as a “very classic bullet-style vibrator,” which he says is a classic for a reason. Butch calls the Tango “the gold standard” of bullet vibrators that “sex-toy reviewers compare all other bullet vibrators to.” Sparks says, “The Tango has the most rumbly vibrations I’ve seen a bullet vibrator have.” Butch agrees and notes that unlike a lot of bullets, the Tango’s vibrations aren’t buzzy — “they’re strong and thump-y.” But despite the strength of its vibrations, it’s really quiet in use, Sparks says.

Type: Wearable | Material: Silicone | Speed: 3 speeds | Patterns: 7 patterns

Sexsmith calls this vibrator “a strong, versatile little toy” that can be worn under clothing “for a secret thrill while someone else holds the remote control,” making it a really great choice for couples. The Moxie attaches to your underwear with a strong magnet, so you can wear it with whatever you want, Butch explains. “It can also be worn with a strap-on for more stimulation for the wearer — my personal favorite,” Sexsmith adds.

Type: Egg-shaped | Material: Silicone | Speed: 3 speeds | Patterns: 1 pattern

Jean calls the Iroha by Tenga one of her favorites, adding that the line uses a spongy material that allows you to play with levels of pressure: “They look like little works of art, so you can proudly display them.”

Type: Palm | Material: Silicone | Speed: 5 speeds | Patterns: 5 patterns

Taylor loves the palm-size Dame Pom because “it’s not shaped like a phallus, so it’s accessible to people of all different genders.” Taylor adds that “it’s also squishy, so it’s good for both partner play and solo play because you can use targeted pressure” on different parts of the body and easily slide it between different bodies. Because it doesn’t have an internal body, it’s flexible enough to easily conform to different areas of the body — “and it’s affordable for something that is very well made.”

Type: Ring | Material: Silicone | Speed: 5 speeds | Patterns: 5 patterns

It’s on the more expensive side, but if you know you enjoy rings, this one from Hot Octopuss is worth the investment. Jones says it has “a broad area for clitoral contact, but the top of it goes around the balls and the perineum, so it’s also for the partner.” It’s waterproof and uses a USB charger.

Type: Ring | Material: Silicone | Speed: 3 speeds | Patterns: 1 pattern

Along with new designs for clitoral and G-spot vibes, there’s a growing market of vibrating rings for penises that can be used either alone or with a partner. If you’re looking to experiment with one, Samantha Bard, co-owner of Shag, calls the PrimO Minx “a great starter ring” because it’s “comfortable, stretchy, and unassuming.” She explains that “wearing this around the shaft and balls so it restricts blood flow [gives the wearer] a very powerful orgasm.”

Type: Ring | Material: Silicone | Speed: 3 speeds | Patterns: 7 patterns

If you’re looking for a ring to use with a partner, Morse loves the We-Vibe Pivot, which she describes as “kind of a twofer,” since it has really strong vibrations — so you could use it as a clitoral vibe — as well as a ring for partners with penises.

Type: Anal plug | Material: Silicone | Speed: 10 speeds | Patterns: 0 patterns

Erotica writer and podcast host Anne Stagg says the Rio was a “delightful companion” on their “first fully informed expedition into anal play.” Stagg loves that it’s “small enough for beginners to use safely (with lube)” and that the rumbling vibrations “light up all those sensitive nerve endings.”

Type: Prostate | Material: Silicone, ABS plastic | Speed: 3 speeds | Patterns: 5 patterns

The Lelo Hugo “has two motors and really strong, rumbly vibrations,” says Taylor, adding that it’s “aesthetically pleasing, remote controlled, and anatomically well made.” But perhaps the best thing about it is its size: “It’s accessible to people who are exploring for the first time as well as those who are more experienced and desire more stimulation,” they say. Taylor also notes it is great for those with or without prostates and is 100 percent waterproof. “It also pulses and has different patterns, so it’s really versatile.”

Type: Stroker | Material: Silicone | Speed: Six speeds | Patterns: Six patterns

The Fun Factory Manta, a vibrating stroker, is “unlike any other sex toy on the market,” says Finn. “The soft, velvety silicone head is contoured to flex around the penis, and is designed with ridges along the inside of the wings that hold lubricant in place for added sensation.” Plus, its very slim profile makes it ideal to use with a partner, and Kit Richardson, buyer for the Museum of Sex and the MoSex Shop, adds that it’s perfect if you’re looking to “intensify a BJ.”