But it’s the Lelo Gigi 3 that takes the cake. It’s curved, with a flat, wide tip that can cover the entire G-spot. Plus, it has eight settings, can connect to an app on your smartphone, and has intuitive buttons (so switching the intensity up just takes a few seconds). And did we mention it has a two-hour battery life?
If you have your eye on two (or three, or four) toys, sign up for Lelo’s mailing list to get notified about discounts—the brand regularly runs sales and also offers free shipping.
For options on options, look no further than Lovehoney. Beyond basic vibes, the brand stocks its own products (like the Greedy Girl rabbit vibrator, inspired by Fifty Shades of Grey) and some of our favorite butt plugs (like the vibrating Snug Plug). We’d also be remiss not to point out the Njoy Pure Wand, a bestselling stainless steel dildo, and the Beginner’s Unisex Strap-On Harness Kit, which comes with everything you need to try pegging.
Best of all, Lovehoney accepts returns within 30 days of purchase. Plus, they offer student discounts and regularly run sales on all kinds of pleasure products.
Unbound’s bright, sleek sex toys are ideal for beginners on a budget. No veiny, realistic dildos here—just the Pogo and Gemini, two simple standouts. While the silicone Pogo has a suction cup on the bottom (for sticking to the tub or shower wall, perhaps?), the glass Gemini was made for temperature play.
Also worth mentioning: the bestselling Bender, a flexible vibrator with a whopping 10 speeds and patterns, and the Puff, a tiny suction toy that delivers powerful, targeted sensations. Shipping is free for all orders over $69 (so get shopping!).
Come for the cute ‘fits, stay for the Orgasm Manifestation Candle. While Revolve doesn’t offer a ton of options, they do carry some truly great vibrators, cock rings, and other pleasure products. But that keeps the selection process fun, rather than overwhelming.
To take even more guesswork out of your shopping spree, start with my top picks: Lelo’s Tor 3, Smile Maker’s Ballerina (highly recommended for grinding), and Maude’s Spot.
New to Dame sex toys? You’re in for a treat. Since 2014, the brand has been making sleek, meticulously engineered sexual wellness products with intuitive designs. Two of the brand’s vibrators—the Pom and Dip 2.0—have won major points with experts, who’ve suggested them to SELF for beginners.
Since trying the just-launched Dame Min, I’ve been recommending it to everyone, whether you’re looking for a solo session savior or a couples’ sex toy. It has everything you could want in a wand vibe: A body-safe coating, easy-to-press buttons, and a long handle for better reach. Haven’t tried a finger vibrator yet? You may as well add the Fin to your virtual cart too—it’s tiny, but mighty (and can be a great intro to using toys with your partner, if you never have before).
Bruce and Melody Murison founded We-Vibe in 2003 with a mission to design pleasure products specifically for couples. Their first product was a wearable, C-shaped vibrator—now called the Chorus—that curves from the vagina around to the clit, delivering hands-free vibrations to both partners. (Pro tip: The latest version also wears well under the wearer’s harness during strap-on sex.)
