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The pandemic-induced lockdown might be a thing of the past but the creative outlets for horniness are still going strong. People are still having more phone sex, snapping artful nudes, and investing in vibrators. So if you’ve always been curious about butt plugs, it’s never too late to explore new horizons. Experts agree that a butt plug can enhance your sex life solo or with a partner, as long as you’re patient and properly prepared.
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Rounding out our panel of experts is Em Odesser, a writer, mental-health advocate, and sex educator, and Liara Roux, sex worker, organizer, and writer. Keep reading to see what they recommend as the best butt plugs you can purchase online.
Best Butt Plugs for Beginners
Doc Johnson Naughty Trainer Set
Available in three different sizes, this trainer set is perfect for starting out and “to get ready for larger ones,” Engle says.
b-Vibe Novice Plug
“Its small, minimalist design makes it a nonthreatening beginner’s option, soothing nervous newbies,” says Roux. “The smooth silicone construction makes it easy to slip in and out painlessly, and the vibration is a pleasant sensation — perfect for anyone who wants to explore prostate play for the first time, or anyone who has been burned in the past and wants something that won’t hurt!”
Maude Cone
Get the same minimalist design with a smooth silicone construction for a fraction of the price with this Maude cone.
Satisfyer Anal Plugs 3-Piece Set
This beginner trio of nightstand eye candy makes for a cute gift for a lover or yourself. “They’re all small and great for starters. Plus the colors and shapes make the endeavor that much more fun,” says Johnson.
Blush Play With Me Naughty Candy Heart
Plugs are also a way to spice up your nudes, as Odesser suggests. “I love the idea of sending a cheeky nude (he-he) with a plug in, especially as so much of our dating lives is relegated to the online world. A lot of indie shops sell cute and affordable ones.”
Playboy Pleasure 3 Ways Butt Plugs
For more fun with nudes (or the makings of a great collector’s set), Playboy’s first-ever sex toy line is highly photogenic. This pack comes with aluminum trainers in three sizes, each with the iconic Playboy bunny on the cap.
b-Vibe Anal Education Set
For $150, this set includes three toys, an instruction guide, an enema, and a “lube launcher.” “I’m not the most experienced with backdoor play, but b-Vibe’s set seems to cater to that exact situation,” says Odesser. “For the price of one expensive vibrator, you get a pretty good range of toys, which means you can explore with some flexibility.”
Hisionlee Sex Toy Anal Plug Set
If you’re not quite sure what size is the best for you (or your partner), this set is ideal because it comes with four pieces to experiment with. Plus it’s under $20.
Tantus Sex/Adult Toys Neo Butt Plug
Reviewers agree that the silicone texture on this butt plug makes for a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
Best Butt Plugs for Experienced Users
Doc Johnson Triple Ripple Butt Plug
With three ridges for more varied play, Engle says it “gives you room for experimentation, since you don’t have to put the whole thing in. You can experiment with how much feels good.”
Unbound Shimmy
This vibrating toy is noticeably more pointy at the tip. “You can use it as a clitoral vibrator for focused stimulation as well, but make sure the toy is thoroughly sterilized,” says Engle.
Square Peg Toys Double Fist Plug
Square Peg Toys is the place to go when you simply cannot get enough. “They have toys large enough to satisfy the most insatiable booty holes,” says Roux. “Their famous double-fist plug will give such overwhelming stretch and sense of fullness that even the brattiest bottom will have to admit that they can’t possibly fit any more.”
Hedonic Glass Gummy Bear Butt Plug
Once you’re familiar with what you can handle, a custom piece has tons of possibilities. “Hedonic Glass makes the prettiest glass butt plugs I’ve seen,” says Roux. “They’re less comfortable than silicone but very easy to clean. Each butt plug is handblown to your specifications, so whether you want something small and cute or an option that can give you a bit of a stretch, they’ve got you covered.”
PinkCherry It’s A Gem Vibrating Butt Plug
If you’re not a beginner but still testing out the waters, this butt plug is for you. It’s the classic butt plug that adjusts easily no matter which vibration setting you choose.
Best Butt Plugs for Couples
We-Vibe Ditto Remote-Control Plug
The We-Vibe Ditto is the perfect starter toy for couples who want to add tech into the mix. The vibrating plug can be controlled by an app to keep even the most advanced among us guessing. It’s on the pricier side, but that just means you get features like ten interesting vibration patterns that rumble in the right ways.
b-Vibe Triplet Rechargeable Remote Control Vibrating Anal Beads
Anal beads are part of a more involved process, making this hybrid more fit for advanced users. “What makes it feel really good is when you’re removing it one step at a time,” says Engle.
b-Vibe Remote Control Rechargeable Vibrating Rimming Butt Plug
“This one has beads around the neck of it that simulate rimming,” says Mitchell. Combining a vibrator with anal play, it engages everything in that erogenous zone.
B-Vibe Vibrating Jewel Plug
Want to surprise your partner with a blinged-out booty? This vibrating butt plug comes in four sizes, and each size has different color options. It comes with a remote that has a 30-foot range and can take you or your partner through 15 patterns and six vibration intensities.
Best Butt Plugs for Prostate Stimulation
Aneros Helix Trident Prostate Massager
Like the G-spot, the prostate can be a pleasure center if you reach it right. With this toy’s curved shape, it’ll hit that sweet spot. Engle also says that “it presses on the perineum, which adds extra stimulation.”
nJoy Pure Plug
“This daddy is sexy, and its weight alone will turn you on,” Johnson says. “This heavy plug is perfect for temperature play.” Try running it under warm water for some extra heat.
Lelo Hugo
“This is the Cadillac of butt toys,” claims Engle — a luxury item filled with fancy features.
Best Butt Plug If You Have a Penis
b-Vibe Snug & Tug
For those with one, penis rings make erections stronger and last longer. Engle assures that this toy is “not actually scary.”
Lovehoney Inside Job Silicone Cock Ring and Butt Plug
Simple but effective. Just as Engle mentioned above, one reviewer can attest that this two-in-one sex toy “kept them hard and restricted ejaculation.”
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