What are anal toys?
Anal toys are sex toys made for the anus, rectum and, if you have a prostate, the P-spot: plugs you wear, beads you pull, and massagers, probes and vibes you move. The anus is packed with nerve endings, so any body can enjoy them. Two things set them apart: they need a flared base, handle or loop, so nothing slips inside, and they need lube, since the anus makes none.
Types of anal toys
Butt plugs
A butt plug sits inside you and stays put, for steady fullness. The Simply Sweet set has three silicone plugs, 0.9 to 1.5 inches wide, on flared bases. Want a tail? The Tailz Waggerz bunny tail wags at two speeds while its plug vibrates.
Vibrating and app-controlled plugs
Vibrating butt plugs add buzz to the fullness. The Lovense Hush 2 is app-controlled, IPX7 waterproof and comes in four sizes, 1 to 2.25 inches wide. The Booty Sparks Laser Plug vibrates by remote while a red laser spells out an invitation.
Anal training kits
Anal training kits let you size up one plug at a time. The Luxe Bling kit's three silicone plugs have heart-shaped, faux-gem bases; the Playboy Pleasure 3 Ways set is hematite-plated metal you can warm or chill in water.
Anal beads
Anal beads are a row of balls you ease in one at a time and draw out slowly. The Lovense Ridge vibrates and rotates, up to 116 rotations a minute, all by app.
Prostate massagers
Most prostate massagers angle toward your belly button to reach the P-spot, a few inches in. The Lovense Edge 2's arm bends to fit you, and its app works long-distance. The Aneros Helix Syn V works hands-free, with or without vibration.
Probes and slim anal vibes
Probes are slim toys you usually hold and move. The Nexus Bendz bends to the angle you like and vibrates all the way to its tip. The slender Cute Little Fuckers Jix is beginner-friendly, and its other end doubles as a handle.
Steel and glass anal toys
Both are non-porous and fine with any lube. The Gender X Blow Pop is borosilicate glass with a flared base and finger ring; inspect it first, then warm or cool it, never hot or frozen. njoy's Pure Plug 2.0 XL is 316-grade steel with an oversized handle.
Inflatable plugs
Inflatable plugs go in deflated, then grow inside you. The Anal Fantasy Auto Throb inflates while you hold its button, from just over 1 inch across to about 2. The Colt XXXL Pumper holds its size after you detach its hose.
How to choose anal toys
- Size. Start small, and check insertable length and width: width sets the stretch. Kits let you size up.
- Base. Look for a flared base, T-bar or handle; beads need a ring or handle.
- Material. Silicone, steel and glass are non-porous; TPR, PVC and jelly are porous and need more care.
- Vibration and control. Buttons, remote or app; some apps, like the Edge 2's, work long-distance.
- Prostate shape. Look for a tip angled toward your belly button.
- Weight. Steel and weighted plugs, like the b-Vibe Vibrating Snug Plug 1, feel fuller.
- Budget. Plain silicone plugs tend to cost least; motors and apps usually cost more.
How to use anal toys
- Use the bathroom first. A rinse is optional; the Nexus Anal Douche Set can help.
- Wash your hands and the toy, and trim your nails.
- With a partner, agree on a safe word; stop at once if either of you asks.
- Use plenty of anal lube: water-based with silicone toys; silicone lube suits steel and glass.
- Relax, get aroused and start with a lubed finger. Breathe out and ease the tip in slowly, pausing as needed.
- Hold it still or move it gently, adding lube as needed.
- Ease it out slowly (deflate an inflatable first), then wash it.
Cleaning, care and safety
- Flared base or handle, every time. Anything without one can slip inside.
- Anus to vagina? Wash a non-porous toy well first, or change its condom.
- Skip numbing lubes and sprays. Pain is your signal to slow down.
- Stop at sharp pain, bleeding or numbness. If it doesn't settle, talk to your doctor.
- Wash it after every use with warm, soapy water or toy cleaner; dry it fully. No boiling or dishwasher unless its listing says so.
- Sharing a porous toy? Use a fresh condom.
Anal toy FAQ
How do you use anal toys?
Slowly, with lots of lube. Warm up, start with a finger, then breathe out and ease the toy in a little at a time. Use only toys with a flared base or handle, and stop at any sharp pain.
How do you clean anal toys?
Wash them after every use with warm water and mild soap or toy cleaner, then let them dry fully. Submerge only IPX7 or submersible toys; splashproof ones, like the Auto Throb, get a rinse, never a soak.
Can an anal toy go in the vagina after washing?
Yes, if it's non-porous (silicone, stainless steel or glass) and washed thoroughly with soap and water. For a porous toy, use a condom and change it before you switch. Never go straight from anus to vagina.
What's the best anal toy for beginners?
A small, tapered silicone plug with a flared base, or a graduated kit. The b-Vibe Rookie is finger-shaped, 1 inch wide and 3.5 inches insertable, with an easy-grip handle. Add water-based anal lube, like JO Anal H2O.
What lube should I use with anal toys?
Thick anal lube, and plenty of it. JO Anal H2O is a thicker water-based formula with no numbing agents, safe with every toy. Silicone lube, like pjur Backdoor, lasts longer and stays slick without getting tacky, but pair it with steel or glass, not silicone toys.
What are the best anal toys for couples?
Toys a partner can control or share. The Playboy Plug & Play's remote reaches 30 feet, and the Lovense Edge 2's app works long-distance. The Zero Tolerance Extra Mile and b-Vibe Snug & Tug pair a cock ring with an anal toy (ring off within 20 to 30 minutes).
Where can I buy anal toys discreetly?
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