The 22 Best Vibrators, According to Sex Toy Experts

Howard specifically recommends this bullet vibrator as an ideal sex toy for beginners—especially those who are new to vibrators. It’s made to be non-intimidating, with quiet vibrations and a petite size. The toy also boasts three vibration intensities and seven rhythms, each of which is designed to provide customizable, on-point external pleasure to the clitoris. Howard adds, "It’s cute, portable, packed with power, and has three different intensities for direct clitoral stimulation." And if you like using your bath time for pleasure, this toy has got you covered—it’s completely submersible.

Pros: Portable; Affordable; Quiet; Expert-approved; Free of latex and phthalates

Cons: Not as suited for those who wanted stronger vibrations

Specs: Three vibration intensities and seven rhythms; AAA battery-powered; Submersible; Made of plastic

Customer Review: "It has a good variety of vibration strengths and patterns that allow for a great buildup. This was the first sex toy I’ve used and it’s great, especially for a beginner like me!" -Lovehoney

Wand vibrators are great for beginners, and have been made famous by television shows like Sex and the City, which extolled these toys’ ability to bring tremendous pleasure to people with vaginas via external stimulation. "Another excellent vibrator for beginners is the Deluxe Rechargeable Mini Massage Wand Vibe," agrees Howard. "This one also comes with various intensity levels and can be used on different body areas." To be specific, it features seven vibration patterns and ten intensity levels, and it has a run time of 60 minutes. 

Pros: Versatile; Portable; Expert-approved

Cons: Not very quiet; Made from silicone, so not compatible with silicone-based lube

Specs: Seven vibration patterns and 10 intensity levels; 60-minute battery life; Splashproof; Made of silicone

Customer Review: "As a transgender woman I was advised to get one of those and I'm so glad I got this. It's the best thing to date." -Lovehoney

Somatic psychotherapist, sex therapist, and marriage and family therapist Dr. Holly Richmond says, "I tell my clients the FemmeFun Ultra Bullet packs the most bang for the buck and size. It looks like a tiny purple flashlight with a hot pink on/off button, and has 20 different powerful vibration modes. It's perfect for travel, especially if noise is a consideration as well. It’s whisper quiet, so vibe away no matter where you are." Made from soft silicone, it's also fully waterproof—perfect for fun in the tub or shower and for easy washing.

Pros: quiet; portable; suitable for beginners and advanced users; expert-approved

Cons: needs frequent charging; made from silicone, so not compatible with silicone-based lube

Specs: 20 vibration modes; Three-hour battery life; Waterproof; Made from silicone

Customer Review: "Powerful for the size and various fun settings. Yet small enough to be discretely slipped into a purse and comes with a classy cloth bag. Smooth silicone. The on/off settings button is placed on the end, not on the side, which prevents it from being accidentally pushed during use. Sturdy and flexible. Quiet enough to be used without detection from another room (such as a hotel room). The USB charger is the magnetic kind—easy attachment. Battery seems to last quite a while too." -Amazon

Unique, beginner-friendly Emojibator aims to make sex toys fun and accessible to all people, regardless of their experience level, by making toys in funny, cheeky shapes like eggplants, chickens, and more. Plus, they’re effective (this one features 10 distinct vibration settings), culminating in what Fretz calls "a unique orgasm experience." In a review, one customer raves that this is their first sex toy ever, and that they're already "obsessed." Get it in this popular eggplant shape, or in one of its other incarnations: the banana, the cherry, the cherry, the pickle, the chili pepper, or the strawberry. Each one is made from medical-grade silicone and is a guaranteed good time.

Pros: Suitable for beginners; Quiet; Expert-approved

Cons: Not as suited for beginners or those who want a more complex experience; Made from silicone, so not compatible with silicone-based lube

Specs: 10 vibration settings; AAA battery-powered; Made from silicone; Waterproof

Customer Review: "First toy ever, I'm OBSESSED!!!!! Really good material, super quiet, strong vibration." -Emojibator

"One tool reigns supreme when it comes to tried-and-true results, and that's the Hitachi Magic Wand," says Dr. Lindsay Byron, a Women's Studies Scholar and the mind behind Dr. Lux ATL, of this legendary toy. "This personal massager covers a larger surface than your average disco stick, and demands more power than a battery can deliver. If it plugs into the wall, you're gonna have a ball—and that's why I'm in a long-term relationship with this consistent and intense vibrator." Indeed, this is the model that started the worldwide wand vibrator craze.

Pros: Tried-and-true; Versatile; Suited for all experience levels; Great for partner play; Expert-approved

Cons: Expensive; Not very quiet; Head is made from silicone, so not compatible with silicone-based lube

Specs: Eight vibration modes, four intensities, and four vibration patterns; Three-hour battery life; Neither waterproof nor splashproof; Silicone head

Customer Review: "The wand is a must-have for every woman. No joke. If you don't already own one, what the hell are you waiting for?!" -Amazon

This wand vibrator is a top pick for Christine DeLozier, author of Diet for Great Sex: Food for Male and Female Sexual Health. She says, "You don’t need to spend hundreds of dollars to get the job done! People love this affordable wand vibrator with many unique vibration patterns. For its small price tag, it’s very powerful. The material is also comfortable, soft, and easy to clean." Plus, it’s customizable, with 20 vibration patterns and eight speeds, making it perfect for novices and experienced users alike.

Pros: Affordable; High-powered; Easy to clean; Expert-approved

Cons: Needs to be charged frequently; Head is made from silicone, so not compatible with silicone-based lube

Specs: 20 vibration patterns and eight speeds; Two-hour battery life; Waterproof; Made from silicone

Customer Review: "My bedroom's new best friend." -Amazon

Howard recommends this fully waterproof, soft silicone vibrator for those who enjoy g-spot stimulation (AKA penetration), saying, "This vibrator provides direct g-spot stimulation for increased arousal and intense orgasms." It features eight vibration modes and 12 intensity speeds as well, so you can customize your pleasure experience. Its unique curved shape is designed to hit just the right spot, and reviewers rave about how easy it is to use, how comfortable it is to hold, and how much pleasure it brings.

Pros: Curved shape for direct g-spot stimulation; Long battery life; Expert-approved; Waterproof, Flexible; Free of latex and phthalates

Cons: Made from silicone, so not compatible with silicone-based lube 

Specs: Eight vibration modes and 12 intensities; 80-minute battery life; Waterproof; Made from silicone

Customer Review: "This is the absolute best vibrator my wife and I have ever used! I ordered it because the reviews said that there have been more reports of women squirting with this vibrator than any other on the market. And the reviews were absolutely correct! It came in the mail on Valentine's Day. We used it that night and my wife squirted for the first time in her life, and we've been trying for years to do this. Its design is perfect to hit a woman's g-spot and my wife said she's never felt anything like that before" -Lovehoney

Many people with vaginas enjoy g-spot stimulation because they are too sensitive for clitoral stimulation—a preference that Howard says calls for a "classic internal vibrator" like this one from Lovehoney. Plus, this particular model offers a ribbed texture—and anyone who’s ever used a ribbed condom knows that the extra friction can be highly stimulating, potentially leading to a quicker, more intense orgasm. The vibrator also features seven vibration functions, four patterns, is completely waterproof, and offers six impressive inches of length.

Pros: Affordable; Ridged shape provides a unique sensation; Expert-approved; Free of latex and phthalates

Cons: Loud; Made from silicone, so not compatible with silicone-based lube

Specs: Three vibration speeds and four patterns; AA battery-powered; Waterproof; Made from silicone

Customer Review: "This is my first ever sex toy. I was a bit intimated at first, but with plenty lube and taking my time, this is mind blowing! It has 7 settings...The ribbed detail on the shaft makes the toy even more brilliant. I felt every wave. I would highly recommend it as a beginner's toy." -Lovehoney

Polly Rodriguez, founder of sexual wellness company Unbound, says, "This waterproof toy is designed to provide touchless stimulation of the clitoris using pulsating pleasure waves that feel both gentle and powerful. There's really nothing else like it. The interchangeable suction heads are made of soft, hygienic silicone and you can easily switch between eight levels of intensity.” And the toy’s efficacy is backed by testing, too. Rodriguez adds, “Studies showed that women using this vibrator were able to achieve orgasm, on average, in less than two minutes."

Pros: Customizable; Good for all experience levels; Waterproof; Expert-approved

Cons: Made from silicone, so not compatible with silicone-based lube

Specs: 12 intensity levels; Waterproof; Four-hour battery life; Made from silicone

Customer Review: "An absolute must-have for all women who climax from clitoral stimulation." -Womanizer

This aesthetically pleasing vibrator consistently ranks as a best seller across multiple sex toy sites (thanks, in part, to it going viral on TikTok several times over), providing both traditional rumble vibrations as well as air and suction settings. It’s gone viral multiple times over for its sweet, feminine look and its incredible efficacy, boasting three intensities and several patterns. While not waterproof, it is splashproof, and it can easily be charged with a magnetic, USB-powered charging base. Reviewers swear by this toy, with one attesting, "I was done in under a minute."

Pros: Gentle; Good for all experience levels; Customizable; Expert-approved

Cons: Made from silicone, so not compatible with silicone-based lube

Specs: Three vibration intensities and seven patterns; Splashproof; Made from silicone

Customer Review: "Powerful and fun. Great vibration variety for both intensity and patterns. I like how once it's on, the button lights up so it's easy to find and press to change it." -Babeland

Sex and relationship therapist Tammy Nelson specifically recommends this product, explaining that "its outer ring rests against your anatomy to create a rhythmic sucking sensation with five intensity settings that allow you to choose the right amount of suction to get you to the place you want to be. It has not failed any users yet, and I recommend it to all of my female-bodied clients." It’s also waterproof, USB rechargeable, and made with comfort in mind for those with female anatomy.

Pros: Waterproof; Made with medical-grade silicone; Different suction settings; Expert-approved

Cons: Not suited for those who want very intense stimulation; Made from silicone, so not compatible with silicone-based lube

Specs: Five speeds; Two to three-hour battery life; Waterproof; Made from silicone

Customer Review: "Let's just say I was done in under a minute. I highly recommend. It is great for personal use, or for partner play." -Babeland

Laurie Mintz, a sexpert and author of Becoming Cliterate and A Tired Woman’s Guide to Passionate Sex, highly recommends this toy, which has twelve different vibration patterns. In addition to masterfully mimicking the feeling of oral sex, which she calls "the ultimate pleasure for many women," it also "has a very comfortable, smooth nub that moves up and down, rotates, and vibrates. And you can change the speed and intensity of the 'oral sex' you are giving yourself—all without having to tell a partner to do so!"

Pros: Customizable settings; Great for beginners; Expert-approved

Cons: Not as suited for those who want more intense stimulation; Made from silicone, so not compatible with silicone-based lube

Specs: 12 vibration patterns; Approximate one-hour battery life; Waterproof; Made from silicone

Customer Review: "Takes a bit of practice and a couple tries to find the sweet spot(s), but once you find it there’s no going back. Love this thing!!" -Amazon

I'm a big fan of plusOne's products, and so, evidently, is sex expert Kit Richardson, who recommends this toy for those who want to be "confident that your purchase will leave you satisfied and won’t make your bank account cry. Rechargeable, waterproof, and silky-smooth body-safe silicone ensures your pleasure play is a five star experience. With its bulbous and curved internal arm and strong vibrating clitoral arm the plusOne Dual Vibrating Massager is ideal for those looking for a fuller sensation internally while receiving a strong vibration externally." It has 10 different vibration modes—perfect for exploration and customization.

Pros: strong; affordable; waterproof; expert-approved

Cons: may not be suited for beginners or those who are physically very sensitive; made from silicone, so not compatible with silicone-based lube

Specs: 10 vibration modes; Three-hour battery life; Waterproof; Made from silicone

Customer Review: "I’ve purchased a few different ones— this is by FAR and away my favorite. Great battery life. Soft outside— easy to clean. The different settings keep things exciting." -Amazon

Sex educator and Lovehoney sex expert Javay Frye-Nekrasova says, "The We-Vibe Nova 2 is a great rabbit vibrator for beginners, advanced users, and partner play. The adjustable arm's flexibility allows for people to adjust it as they need regardless of experience level. The handle length allows for partners to take control of the toy and use it on their partner." It features 12 intensity levels and more than 10 unique vibration modes, has flexible arms designed for comfort, and is completely waterproof.

Pros: works well for both solo and partner play; works for remote play; long handle; expert-approved

Cons: expensive; made from silicone, so not compatible with silicone-based lube

Specs: 10 vibration modes and 12 intensity levels; Two-hour battery life; Waterproof; Made from silicone

Customer Review: "Bought this on a whim for use with a long distance boyfriend. Oh boy. Was not at all prepared for just how good it is." -Lovehoney

Sex therapist Dr. Shannon Chavez says that this product, which is designed to wrap around a penis, simultaneously pleasuring the shaft of the penis for one partner and the clitoris (or rectum) of the other during penetration. Colloquially known as a cock ring, it can also be used during anal sex or during solo masturbation for those with penises. Dr. Chavez adds that this option is suited "for any couple who wants to start with a product that is small and simple,” adding that "the vibrator has seven vibration patterns, and its discreet look that will make each person more comfortable introducing toys into their bedroom."

Pros: Long-lasting; High-quality; Long battery life; USB rechargeable; Expert-approved

Cons: Limited to penis-vagina sex; Made from silicone, so not compatible with silicone-based lube

Specs: Seven vibration settings; Two-hour battery life; Splashproof; Made from silicone

Customer Review: "The silicone is very good quality, easy clean up, and being rechargeable is a big plus!" -Amazon

"Take note that this is the first hands-free, strap-free, non-intrusive couples vibrator," says Polly Rodriguez. "Eva is made of the smoothest silicone, with flexible wings that fit snugly under a woman's labia majora, making it possible to experience clitoral stimulation during sex or while playing solo." It’s completely waterproof, making it a great way to facilitate easier bathtub or shower sex, and it’s made from soft, comfortable silicone with a lightweight feel that prevents soreness after extended play. It comes in four colors, including this chic lavender option.

Pros: Works with penis-vagina and vagina-vagina sex; Easy to use; Works for masturbation; Expert-approved

Cons: Expensive; Made from silicone, so not compatible with silicone-based lube

Specs: Three intensity levels; Four-hour battery life; Waterproof; Made from silicone

Customer Review: "I was very surprised at how much I liked this vibe! It's easy to wear both with and without penetration. The three speeds are great...I particularly loved being able to orgasm more easily in missionary." -Dame Products

Claire Cavanah, co-founder of major sex toy retailer Babeland, cites this as one of the platform's most popular vibrators for couples, explaining that it "can be worn during sex, is more flexible and powerful, and can be operated with an app that also works remotely.” She clarifies, “That means your partner can control your vibrator even when you're far apart." It’s also waterproof, has a battery life of 120 minutes, is USB rechargeable, and has 10 delightful levels of intensity. 

Pros: Provides dual stimulation; Works for solo and partner play; Works long-distance; Expert-approved

Cons: Expensive; Made from silicone, so not compatible with silicone-based lube

Specs: 10 intensity levels; Two-hour battery life; Waterproof; Made from silicone

Customer Review: "We really enjoy this one! Quality product that fits and functions perfectly. Vibration are plenty strong and patterns feels great." -Lovehoney

Ohmibod co-founder and creator of the original music vibrator Suki Dunham stands behind this novel product. She explains, "The wearable Bluetooth App-controlled vibrator is perfect for remote play whether you are across the room or across the country. Esca 2's integrated LED lights up and corresponds to the vibrations, letting your partner see exactly what kind of good vibrations they are sending your way." It also has multiple vibration settings, including a “Club Vibe” mode that syncs vibrations to the music of your choice.

Pros: Works long-distance; Expert-approved

Cons: Some users report connectivity issues and short battery life; Made from silicone, so not compatible with silicone-based lube

Specs: Four vibration settings; Two- to three-hour battery life; Waterproof; Made from silicone

Customer Review: "My wife loves the custom options to change the vibration." -Adam & Eve

This sleek, no-nonsense vibrator is based on a novel concept: A sex toy that you can take with you and wear around, right out in the open. Personally, it's one of my favorite accessories, and I get compliments every time I wear it. Plus, it doesn’t look like a vibrator in an in-your-face sort of way, and matches with just about any outfit—whether you opt for the silver, gold, or rose gold colorways. In terms of use as a vibrator, it features intense, no-frills vibration settings, with four speeds and two modes, and is a breeze to clean.

Pros: can be worn daily; subtle; fashionable; editor-approved; works with all types of lubricant; easy to clean and use

Cons: none found

Specs: Four vibration speeds and two settings; 90-minute battery life; Water-resistant but not submersible; Made from stainless steel

Customer Review: "Perfect for travel. Very powerful vibrations with 4 different settings! Totally worth the money!" -Ulta

Sexologist Dr. Jill McDevitt loves this bullet vibrator, which is waterproof and has eight distinct vibration functions. She says, "It easily passes for a lipstick you can keep in your purse or makeup bag. Plus it's powerful and functional, so you can actually use and enjoy it. I like to recommend this one to clients in need of something discreet and private." If you travel a lot for work, it’s the perfect addition to your toiletry bag. And if your carry-on gets searched by TSA at the airport, you won’t have to worry about a thing—they’ll never know the difference. 

Pros: Subtle; Affordable; Expert-approved

Cons: Only good for those who prefer pinpointed, external stimulation

Specs: 10 vibration settings; Two-hour battery life; Waterproof; Silicone tip

Customer Review: "I like this product cause it has many vibration options and it is actually the size of a lipstick tube, which is awesome and discreet" -Babeland

"For anal stimulation, you can’t go wrong with a vibrating butt plug," says Howard. "Like all vibrators, these also have varying intensities and levels, which is why we recommend this option from We-Vibe, which has 15 vibrating patterns and six levels of intensity." It also comes with a wireless remote control that can be used from up to 30 feet away, making this option perfect for both easy solo masturbation as well as partner play. While it’s great for all experience levels, it’s made with beginners in mind.

Pros: Suitable for all experience levels; Customizable; Expert-approved; Free of latex and phthalates

Cons: Made from silicone, so not compatible with silicone-based lube

Specs: 15 vibration patterns and six intensity levels; One-hour battery life; Waterproof; Made from silicone

Customer Review: "Got this for my girlfriend and she fell in love with it almost instantly. It takes a little study to learn how to use its adjustable power settings and numerous types of vibration. The remote control makes the introduction to the plug and experimentation with it a delight." -Amazon

Howard says that beginners "would love" this toy specifically, which is no surprise considering its thin, tapered tip that makes for easy insertion its flexible shaft that adjusts to the user’s body and preferences. Reviewers write that its vibrations are powerful, that it's easy to clean, and that it's great for all experience levels, from beginners to veteran users. Completely waterproof, four insertable inches long, and made from soft, body-safe silicone, the vibrator features seven increasing speeds designed to stimulate that sweet spot. 

Pros: Easy to clean; Great for all experience levels; Customizable; Affordable; Quiet; Expert-approved

Cons: Some customers find it difficult to switch vibration patterns during use (is not remote-controlled, so users need to reach around); Made from silicone, so not compatible with silicone-based lube

Specs: Seven vibration speeds; Waterproof; N battery-powered (batteries included); Made from silicone

Customer Review: "I would definitely recommend this product for anyone who’s begging to dabble in anal play! It’s super easy to use, quiet, and effective!" -Lovehoney