As you shop, it can be hard to know what’s worth your money

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“Sexual health is a really important factor in your overall health and wellbeing from a physical , mental, emotional and relational perspective,” says Zar. Open-air strokers are a godsend when it comes to breezy clean-up, and, much like its cousin the Fun Factory Manta, the Desire stroker is lightweight and a great travel-size toy. This 9.5-inch-long stoker, however, packs a whopping 20 functions and an angled stroking ring that makes it even easier to use for folks with limited range of motion or grip. Its hard to find something to complain about with this vibe, but we will say that though it can technically be used in the bath or shower, it’s only water-resistant, so you won’t want to submerge it in any water. Other than that, this is simply an elegant vibrator at an affordable price, making it an ideal pick for vibrator users of all experience levels.

If your go-to place to get it on is a bed with an outlet nearby, consider this corded wand from Doxy. It’s arguably the most intense clitoral vibrator—not to mention the shiniest. The fact that it needs to be plugged in may make it your last choice for camping trips, but you’ll never have to remember to charge it (or worry about its batteries dying). As you shop, it can be hard to know what’s worth your money and what you might enjoy. We spoke with experts to understand what you should look for in a clitoral vibrator—here’s what to keep in mind.

A physical remote is like a TV remote, where you can change settings by pressing buttons. A smartphone app allows you to adjust levels and patterns on your phone screen. This flexible and ergonomically designed rabbit dildo syncs with other We-Vibe products viberator, making it a strong choice if you’re in a couple. With a unique suction feature for the clit, Melt’s female customers rave about the sensations it offers. Going for 2 hours on a single charge, the Melt can also go into sleep mode, staying on standby for up to 4 hours. With the ability to both vibrate and rotate, the Lelo IDA is ideal if you’re a heterosexual couple.

Aside from the bells and whistles, the Chorus is just a really great vibrator. Its vibrating tip is perfect for pinpointing your clitoris or your nipples but also feels great against your G-spot, too. The Maude Vibrator charges up quickly and holds that charge for at least 2.5 hours.

You can also find out what types of lubricants can be used with the toy to enhance the experience. Designed to be compact in size, all mini vibrators are used to stimulate the genitals to increase arousal and to promote intense climaxes. These toys use batteries to produce vibrations, and some are rechargeable.

Also, they’re great for self-pleasure as well as for being pleasured by your partner. Be open to discovery and trying new things with your partner, and be OK with the fact that your partner may not enjoy a toy you really like — you might have to move on to something else that you both enjoy. It’s totally understandable  — getting your first vibrator can be intimidating, especially given how many options there are.

Phthalates have come under fire for their potential to affect human health (the scientific jury is still out, according to the CDC) but in the name of “better safe than sorry,” you can easily find sex toys that are phthalate-free. This is any vibrator designed specifically to make the outside of your body feel incredible. People typically use them on their clitoris, labia, and vulva, but you can try them for external stimulation on any part of your body you like.