In 2020 the US sex toy market amounts to over $30 billion. It has saved marriages, helped deliver its customers to previously unimaginable heights of pleasure, and no doubt scared a few people once or twice too.

With so many different kinds of Sex Toys available it can be a daunting first purchase. As with pretty much anything in life, you don’t know what you like until you’ve tried it. And not many stores are accepting returns on anal beads because they’re not your cup of tea!

Let’s take a look at some of the more common sex Toys to see what all the fuss is about, and how they might spice things up for you, no matter what your sleeping arrangements are.   

Different Kinds of Sex Toys

What follows is an ‘in-no-way-definitive’ list of the different sex toys you can use to spice things up. We’ve deliberately left BDSM gear off the list. Not because we don’t think you’re ready for it, but simply because its a whole article in itself.  Plus, a lot of it is more attire than it is an accessory!

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1. Dildos

A dildo is, quite simply, anything that bears some phallic resemblance, and is intended for penetration. But do not -even for a second- think that you are going to walk into a sex shop and automatically set your eyes upon modest-sized synthetic dicks. Times have changed!

The sheer variety of dildos is immense. They range from the realistic to the damn-right monstrous. Not only do they just come in size ‘huge’ but they also come resembling tentacles and even swords.

You can buy kits to make a clone of your partner’s erection. There are dildos specifically for anal penetration and dildos that stick to non-porous surfaces so you can keep your hands free. Even if you can’t imagine it, they’ve probably done it!  

2. Clitoral Vibrators

Clitoral vibrators are the stealth of sex toys. They’re much smaller than their penetrative counterparts and are designed to pursue the Clitoral orgasm. You might have heard the term ‘bullet’ which refers to a small clitoral vibrator the size of a lipstick.

In fact, numerous clitoral vibratos are disguised to look like everyday objects such as a lipstick or a mascara brush and even a rubber duck! Clitoral vibrators are great for solo use. But they also make a welcome addition for couples when paired with penetrative sex for that extra O-factor!  

3. Rabbit Vibrators

The rabbit reinvented the orgasm for women, and probably put a lot of men out of work too! The rabbit combines penetration from a vibrating or rotating phallic shaft, with clitoral stimulation from a small stimulator attached to the side that resembles bunny ears. Hence the name.   

4. Wand Vibrators

The 1970s saw the birth of the Hitachi Magic Wand dual-speed massager, and since then clitoral orgasms have gotten more and more intense. Yes, the magic wand is a clitoral vibrator, but it gets its own section!

Wands tend to be much bigger than other vibrators, and this is because they offer much more in the way of vibration. They were originally packaged as a means to relieve tension and relax sore muscles, but word soon spread that the wand was the ultimate in clitoral stimulation. 

5. G-Spot Toys

It will come as no surprise that G-spot toys are designed for the specific goal of stimulating the G-spot. They are usually curved in design or have an expertly positioned lump on the end of them. Pretty much all G-spot toys will vibrate, so they can double up as clitoral stimulators too. 

6. Butt Plugs

Yes, its a plug for your butt! The inside of the anus is jam-packed with sensitive nerve endings making it a go-to zone for enhancing pleasure. Butt plugs are usually pretty small, tapered, and have a flared base to stop them from disappearing inside of you.

You can use them to enhance stimulation during sex or even as a stepping stone towards anal sex. They’re a great way to gradually stretch your anus in preparation for bigger things, and you can even wear them in public!

7. Cock Rings

The cock ring is a couple’s toy. It sits at the base of the penis prior to getting an erection and then once the penis is erect the cock ring becomes taught. This means that the erect penis stays harder, fuller, and longer for longer! 

These days many cock rings come with a small vibrator built into them, which can add extra sensation for him, but also provide clitoral stimulation during intercourse for her. Cock rings are incredibly inexpensive, so definitely worth a go, if you’re looking to spice things up.

8. Prostate Massagers

Prostate toys are designed to stimulate the prostate, which is essentially the male G-spot. Some vibrate and others don’t. Once inside the anus, the prostate massager applies pressure to the prostate, which will turn any orgasm up to 11. 

Some are attached to cock rings or have a flared base so they can be worn safely during intercourse, while others are more handheld devices for a more experimental and playful experience.

9. Masturbation Sleeves

The masturbation sleeve was perhaps the first ‘for him’ sex toy that hit the market. Most famously is the ‘flesh-light,’ which is essentially a synthetic mouth or vagina hidden within what looks like a flashlight. As you can probably imagine, they are intended for solo-play.

However, there are open-ended masturbation sleeves also designed for couples to use as extra stimulation during a blowjob or a hand-job.   

10. Strap-Ons 

Last on the list is the infamous strap-on. It’s a dildo that fits into a harness designed to be worn around the pelvis. Most harnesses are made to a standard size to accept most dildos so you can pick and choose your size easily.

Don’t think you’re limited to just harnesses for the pelvis. You can get strap-on harnesses for your forehead and chin too! 

Time to Get a Little Kinky

So there you have it, 10 different kinds of sex toys for your consideration. No matter how many of you there are, or what your orientation is, there is something for everyone. If you’re looking at introducing sex toys to your partner then its always best to have a conversation prior to pulling it out from the bedside drawer in the heat of the moment. Other than that, get kinky, and have fun!  

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