## Other Sex Toys We Like
we test a lot of sex toys and accessories here at WIRED, and there isn’t enough room in one list for all of our favorite picks. There’s barely enough room on this list for all the toys we’d consider phenomenallet alone the ones we consider the absolute best. So here are some other products that are great in their own right and worth checking out.
The Sex Tech That blew Our Minds in 2023
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2023 was a year for sex tech. We saw toys get smarter, more inclusive, and, frankly, more powerful.Here are the gadgets that left us speechless (and sometimes, breathless).
For Clitoral Stimulation: womanizer Premium 2 ($229): Womanizer continues to dominate the clitoral suction toy market, and the premium 2 is their best yet. It’s quieter than previous models, has 10 intensity levels, and is fully waterproof. But the real game-changer is Pleasure Air Technology, which delivers a non-contact stimulation that feels… otherworldly.
For G-spot & Clitoral Bliss: Lelo Enigma ($199): Lelo’s Enigma is a weird-looking toy. It not only looks like some device a Stormtrooper would keep under their pillow to, well, who even knows, but looks aside, I can say this: I had one of the hardest and quickest orgasms of my life with this toy. Even after I climaxed, I sat there for 20 minutes wondering what had just happened. To this day, I don’t know if it was a blended orgasm, a triple orgasm, or some religious experience that only a heathen can have in the perfect setting. Like the Rabbit vibrator before it, the Enigma is designed to stimulate both the clitoris and the G-spot. But rather of relying solely on vibration, the Enigma’s clitoral stimulation arm contains a powerful air pulse mechanism for providing suction that imitates the sensation of receiving oral sex.The bigger, rounder end of the toy is where the vibration motor lives.Its body is flexible enough that you can use just one end or the other at a time, but if you use them together, it’s an intense experience, to say the least. Even going slow, the Enigma fires you off into space at warp speed-in a good way. Having mentioned that, the vibration end is a bit thick at its widest point, so if you’re not cozy with large-diameter toys, take it slow and easy. Use lots of lube.
The Unbound Bender: A Flexible Approach to Pleasure
Looking for a versatile and innovative sex toy? The Unbound bender, currently available for $69, might be exactly what you need. What sets the Bender apart is its incredible versatility, opening up a world of possibilities for solo play or partnered experiences.
This isn’t a one-trick pony. The Bender’s adaptable design allows you to shape it to perfectly fit your body and explore a variety of sensations. One moment it can be focused on intense G-spot stimulation, the next it’s reaching deeper towards the A-spot (or anterior fornix erogenous zone). With a few more twists, it easily transforms into a powerful clitoral vibrator.
The Bender doesn’t compromise on quality either. It’s waterproof for worry-free use in the shower or bath. While its vibrations may not match the intensity of a wand-style vibrator, it more than makes up for it with its adaptability and luxurious feel. The possibilities for exploration and pleasure with the Bender are truly endless.
The Dame Com Wants to Redesign the Vibrator-and How We Talk About Sex
For decades, the sex toy industry has largely catered to a male gaze, prioritizing powerful vibrations and a clinical aesthetic. But a new wave of companies is challenging that status quo, focusing on pleasure designed by women, for women. Leading the charge is Dame Products, and their latest offering, the Com, is a prime example of this shift.
The Com isn’t your typical vibrator. It’s a sleek, palm-sized device with a unique, ergonomic design.Instead of a single point of vibration, the Com features a flexible, wave-like head that’s meant to be moved across the clitoris in a swirling motion. This mimics the nuanced touch of a hand, offering a more dynamic and potentially more satisfying experience.
“We wanted to create something that felt more like a partner’s touch than a machine,” explains Alexandra Fine, Dame’s CEO and co-founder. “The Com is about exploration and finding, not just hitting a specific spot.”
But the Com is more than just a new design. Dame is also tackling the often-taboo subject of female pleasure head-on. Their marketing materials are refreshingly honest and sex-positive,featuring diverse bodies and emphasizing the importance of self-discovery. they’re actively working to destigmatize sex toys and encourage open conversations about what women actually want in the bedroom.
“There’s a lot of shame and misinformation surrounding female sexuality,” says fine. “We want to empower women to take ownership of their pleasure and feel comfortable exploring their bodies.”
The Com isn’t cheap, retailing for $195. But Dame argues that it’s an investment in self-care and a rejection of the disposable, mass-produced sex toys that dominate the market. It’s a device built to last,both physically and in terms of its impact on how we think about and talk about sex.
The company’s approach is resonating with consumers. Dame has cultivated a loyal following and garnered significant media attention. The Com, in particular, has been praised for its innovative design and its commitment to prioritizing female pleasure.
Dame Products isn’t just selling a sex toy; they’re selling a new vision of sexuality – one that’s inclusive, empowering, and focused on the diverse needs and desires of women.And in a market long overdue for disruption, that’s a powerful proposition.
Dame Fin for $49: For those who loved the Dame fin, good news: Fin 2.0 has arrived.Slicker in appearance and with two more intensities to choose from (making it five now,instead of three),the Fin 2.0 may as well teach a master class. With your favorite water-based lube, the Fin can seamlessly move across the body, stimulating everything from the earlobes to the nipples to that spot on the inner thigh that makes so many people squirm in ecstasy.When you’re ready to take things up a notch, it can bring your sexual pleasure journey to fruition-in other words, orgasm.
crave Vesper Mini for $109: In a society where things tend to get bigger, Crave decided to take the iconic Vesper and scale it down, creating the Vesper Mini (9/10, WIRED Recommends). Like its original model and its second incarnation, the Vesper Mini is designed to stimulate the clitoris with a gentle, pulsing motion. But unlike those other models, the Mini is small enough to take anywhere-and it’s quiet enough to use in public (if you’re feeling adventurous).
Magic Wand Micro for $65: Don’t Let the size Fool You
I know what you might be thinking, “But it’s so smol!” You know what else is small? hummingbirds, grapes, and puppies. So don’t let the smallness of anything, especially this Magic Wand Micro, cause alarm or assumption. Like all wands, the broad head of the Magic Wand Micro delivers rumbles galore that don’t just stimulate the clitoris but the entire vulva-and for a whopping three hours, when fully charged. It’s also USB rechargeable, so take that outlet-needy wand vibrators! Unlike some other wands-like this one’s older siblings-there’s no need to be near an outlet for your entire body to feel the surge of pleasure everywhere. Nor will you feel like you have an extra limb in bed with you, thanks to its diminutive size that can easily be wielded about without fear of knocking yourself or a partner in the head. Its size also makes it travel-ready, meaning lunchtime wanks are now a possibility.
## The Sex Tech I’m Actually Obsessed With Right Now
Okay, let’s get straight to it: I’ve been testing a *lot* of sex tech lately. And while some of it has been…fine, there are a few pieces that have genuinely blown me away. I’m talking about the kind of products that make you rethink your entire routine. So, buckle up, because I’m about to share the sex tech I’m currently obsessed with.
First up, let’s talk about the Crave Wink+. I’ve finally met a bullet that is currently rivaling my love for the Deux. Made of gorgeous body-safe, nickel-free stainless steel, the Wink+ offers four vibration intensities and one pattern mode, is 100 percent waterproof, and when fully charged and used at its highest speed, you can get up to a whopping five hours of playtime with this bad boy. It’s truly remarkable, and I know it will be on my nightstand for a very, very long time.
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Throughout this guide, we reference the different materials these sex toys are made of and there’s a good reason for that. It’s notoriously tough to pin down exactly what materials some sex toy manufacturers use and how safe those are for contact with your most sensitive body parts. This is due to FDA regulations and how they classify sex toys: medical devices or novelty. The former category requires rigorous testing and standards, whereas the latter makes it easier to get products into the market. There are a few sure bets, though.