Using Eva, The Hands-Free Vibrator, During Sex

Not everyone rated the unique design – a few testers found it awkward to manoeuvre – but you can’t win ‘em all. The instructions could have been clearer, and the unusual design may take some getting used to, but we think it’s worth the effort. Given how simple it was to get started, there was nothing to stop our panel from reaching intense orgasms, with many saying they planned to continue using this product long after testing had finished.

So read on for a few that pass the low-key “shhh” test or deliver on a particularly subtle aesthetic. It’s important to note that only nonporous toys can be sterilized, and you’ll need to use strong ingredients like alcohol and bleach to properly rid of the germs. If you go for the bleach, Kleopfer recommends using a 10% bleach-to-water solution before rinsing well.

But we do not think this toy is the best pick for solo clitoral play (unless you prefer “riding” or grinding against a vibrator while lying face down, as opposed to holding it in place with your hand). We do think this toy has great potential for use during partnered intercourse, where the person with the vulva is on top. We decided to test the Fun Factory Volta on the recommendation of esteemed sex-toy blogger Epiphora, who gave it a glowing review and selected it as one of the best sex toys of 2018.

Our panel loved the remote control that comes with this vibrating egg, giving your partner the chance to join in on the fun and adjust the settings. It even comes with an intelligent mode that imitates sex from foreplay to orgasm, so you don’t have to worry about changing the settings at all. Overall, it was a strong performer, with the majority of our the testers achieving a more intense orgasm. This Lovehoney rabbit can be set to your desired temperature between degrees, which our testers thought was a fun, unique feature.

The sex tech industry has conditioned us to think of toys in terms of male and female vibrator, penis and vagina, but that’s reductive and inaccurate, contributing to a larger narrative about the relationship between genitals and gender. We opt to be as specific as possible and use anatomical terms to describe individual erogenous zones—and there are way more than just P and V. This step is optional, but lubricant can be helpful to reduce the friction that might cause discomfort. It’s important to note that the kind of lube you use depends on the material of your vibrator. For example, if the vibrator is made of silicone, a water-based lube will help preserve the material and avoid damaging it.

While it’s the size and shape of a skipping stone, the aptly named Pebble is anything but rock-hard—instead, it’s made of ultra-squishy silicone. Find sex pillows, sex toys based on your zodiac , and more on our sex toys page. You can also opt to add a remote control to this vibrator, which, if you so choose, has a 32-foot radius.

Porous materials, like PVC and elastomer, hold onto bacteria and can never be fully cleaned. Instead, look for vibes made from nonporous materials like ABS plastic and medical-grade silicone—these won’t irritate or damage genital and anal tissues, Dr. Suwinyattichaiporn says. If your sex toy looks rusty, discoloured or just generally worse for wear, it’s probably time to replace it. Similarly, if the battery looks damaged or there are frayed electrical wires, then you should look for a new vibrator. It has an impressive seven vibration modes and eight levels of intensity, putting you in total control of your experience. It also still comes in an attractive, compact (3.5”) case and makes minimal noise, so it’s a top choice if discretion is the name of the game.