The 5 Best Vibrators of 2025
Wand-style vibrators
The Dame Com wand vibrator has an appealing ergonomic shape (it curves toward the body), as well as an easy-to-clean all-silicone body. However, we did not find its vibrations to be as powerful as those of the Magic Wand Rechargeable, and the vibrations are strong all through the handle, making this toy unpleasant to hold for an extended period of time.
The corded Doxy Number 3 is a smaller, quieter version of the Doxy Original. Although this sleek wand is both aesthetically pleasing and powerful, it costs more than our Magic Wand picks and the original Doxy.
The Goop Wellness Double-Sided Wand Vibrator is an excellent beginner pick, functioning as two toys in one for under $100. This beautifully designed double-sided toy offers two distinct types of stimulation: The round, Magic Wand–like head offers broad, diffuse stimulation, while the pointed end offers more targeted clitoral stimulation similar to that of the Maude Vibe. Our testers found that the sensations from the round end, while powerful, are not as intense as the Magic Wand’s and may feel too diffuse to get some people over the edge. Although the pointed end can work as an insertable toy, for our testers it was not an ideal shape for G-spot stimulation; still, the pointed end is an excellent clitoral vibrator. One potential drawback is that the entire toy transmits strong vibrations when either motor is switched on, which may irritate the user’s hands while they’re holding it for a prolonged time.
The Le Wand Original is almost virtually identical to the Magic Wand Rechargeable in both function and appearance, though it offers a few unique selling points, namely 10 levels of vibration instead of four, a flexible neck, and three color options (white, silver/gray, and pink). The trade-off is that it’s $50 more expensive, and it lacks the quick on/off switch of the Magic Wand Rechargeable. Level 10 on the Le Wand Original does not offer significantly more intensity than level 4 on the Magic Wand Rechargeable, and this toy’s vibrations feel somewhat less rumbly. Although this model is an excellent wand vibrator, we don’t recommend it over our top pick unless color options are important to you. Like the Magic Wand Rechargeable, the Le Wand Original is covered by a one-year warranty.
We considered the rechargeable Unbound Ollie as an inexpensive alternative to the Magic Wand Rechargeable. This wand vibrator is definitely more aesthetically pleasing and easier to clean than the Magic Wand, as it’s completely coated in soft silicone in an appealing shade of pastel turquoise. However, our testers said the vibrations were less powerful than those of both the Magic Wand and the Doxy Original; they also discovered that the Ollie’s flexible head, which initially seemed like an improvement on those of the other wands we tested, had some serious flaws. One tester, who has used the Magic Wand as her go-to toy for five years, reported that after a few uses of the Ollie, she “had it pressed up against [her] clit, hard but not like … Hulk hard,” and “the ‘stem’ between the head and the wand seemed to have snapped.” The tester continued, “It still vibrates, but it’s not connecting enough to make it functional.” In reviews, buyers have reported similar problems, saying, “I used it like 5 times and then it broke” and “really good but broke after 5 uses.”
The Wahl All Body Powerful Therapeutic Massager is a popular budget alternative to the Magic Wand that features intense power concentrated in a smaller head, but owners report that it breaks more easily.
We also looked at some smaller, battery-operated or rechargeable alternatives to the Magic Wand, including the Lelo Smart Wand (now superseded by the Smart Wand 2, which we haven’t tested), the Mystic Wand (currently unavailable), and the Palm Power Massager. None could surpass the Magic Wand in terms of both time-tested power and value.
Suction vibrators
We tried but dismissed a budget suction-vibration toy that’s a top seller on Amazon. At a fraction of the price of the Dame Aer and the Womanizer Classic, the Adorime Bita is a very good value for a rechargeable toy. However, our tester found it somewhat lacking: “While it felt like the Womanizer [Classic] fit perfectly against my clitoris, the Adorime’s open, round head was less effective at creating the same powerful suction effect.”
The Beso Plus was our least favorite of the clitoral suction/G-spot dual-stimulator vibrators we’ve tried. Our tester found the “mouth” of the toy to be uncomfortably firm and irritating.
The Biird Namii is somewhat large and cumbersome, and its vibrations are weaker than those of similar models we tested.
Like the Shegasm 5 Star Rabbit we like, the NS Novelties Inya Sonnet provides dual stimulation, offering both clitoral suction and internal vibration. At $55, it’s half the price as the Shegasm model, although it lacks the thumping mechanism that makes the 5 Star Rabbit a standout. The Sonnet is a fine toy, but our tester preferred the 5 Star Rabbit overall. The 5 Star Rabbit is also covered by a longer warranty (five years versus the Sonnet’s one).
The Satisfyer Pro 2 uses suction technology similar to that of the Womanizer models. However, we found that the nozzle on the Satisfyer is made of a harder material and is less contoured to the shape of the clitoris, making this toy less comfortable and more difficult to position correctly to achieve proper suction.
The Womanizer OG is a wand with a larger suction mouth designed for internal (G-spot) stimulation, though it can also be used externally. Unfortunately, the suction feels somewhat weak. However, some customer reviewers who say they have large clitorises, prefer more gentle stimulation, or like a longer handle say they’ve found this toy to be good for external stimulation.
The Womanizer Premium is significantly more expensive than the Classic; we’re not convinced that its added “autopilot” and “smart silence” features are worth an additional $60 or so.
Vibrators for precise stimulation
We tested the CalExotics Tulip and Jasmine vibrators. The Tulip features a rolling ball bearing at the flat tip of the toy, which feels quite strong against a fingertip but provides less-intense stimulation when pressed against a clitoris. Positioning it is complicated, and our testers said it did not provide enough stimulation to be satisfying. The Jasmine has a small, flexible, vibrating “tongue” set in a loop that is supposed to encircle the clitoris. Though this toy provides powerful, focused stimulation, we found such pinpoint stimulation to be more intense and easier to position with toys like the Lelo Dot and the Dame Aer.
The Inmi Vibrassage series features three vibrator models, each of which uses three individual tendrils to stimulate the clitoris. The two models we tested, the Fondle and the Caress, each have one stationary vibrating leg and two legs that rotate in circular motions to stimulate the clitoris. We preferred the longer handle of the Fondle, which made it easier and more ergonomically comfortable to use. Both testers who tried these toys said that using them involved a learning curve, and while one tester enjoyed the novel sensations and achieved orgasm using them, our other tester could not, even after multiple sessions. We would recommend these models, which are typically priced around $90, to experienced sex-toy connoisseurs looking for something different, rather than to newbies shopping for their first vibrator.
Before the Lelo Dot, we recommended the Zumio S as our pick for precise stimulation. We still love the stimulation that this toy provides, but we have encountered some issues with battery longevity during long-term testing. Although Zumio covers the toy with a two-year warranty, all three units we’ve long-term tested have exhibited a decline in battery life toward the end of their warranty period. Additionally, the Zumio S—which is designed to be stored in its charger—has a longer-than-usual charging period (16 hours). After two years of occasional use, one Zumio S we tested barely retained a lasting charge if we charged it for less than the full 16 hours, and even on a full charge, it stopped running after 1 hour 45 minutes—well under the promised two-hour run time.
We tested the Zalo Bess as an alternative to the Zumio S. Like the Zumio S, the Zalo Bess has a narrow tip for precise stimulation. It comes with three attachment tips, which in our tests did not produce significant functional differences. The Bess’s handle can technically serve as an insertable G-spot vibrator, too, but we found that feature impractical and therefore chose not to test it. Although this toy is a great value and provides pinpoint stimulation similar to that of the Zumio S, its primary drawback is its control panel. Most vibrators offer multiple vibration levels that you can cycle through before the pattern settings begin, or a separate button for the pattern settings altogether, but the Bess has three levels of continuous vibration strengths mixed in between five vibration patterns at random. If you are not interested in the patterns, cycling through this hodgepodge of settings to find your desired level of vibration can be confusing.
Vibrators under $75
In an earlier version of this guide, we named the CalExotics Silver Bullet as our budget pick. Subsequently we concluded that the pricier but cordless Satisfyer Purple Pleasure offered stronger vibrations, was made of better-quality materials, and was more aesthetically pleasing.
While the Luna Ava vibrator is a steal at $30, don’t expect it to replace your Magic Wand anytime soon. We found its vibrations to be more buzzy than rumbly, and the 20 different settings are a nuisance given that there is no back-or-forth button—you have to click through all 20 to return to the one you started with.
The Maude Vibe was also a previous budget pick. We loved its simple, utilitarian design and powerful vibrations (with three intensity modes), as well as its relatively affordable price. Unfortunately, two long-term testers encountered issues with the toy’s lithium-ion battery bricking within or just after the one-year warranty period, particularly if they didn’t keep it consistently charged.
While the thick, long Rocks Off Chaiamo vibrator is powerful, we found it generally worked better as an insertable toy than for clitoral stimulation. While the toy’s length makes it ergonomically friendly, the vibrations tended to be more diffuse, offering less focused stimulation and causing it to be uncomfortable to hold.
The Satisfyer Dark Desire is quite similar in size and power to our budget pick, the Purple Pleasure, but we found the wider tip to be less convenient for positioning and the textured silicone to be more irritating than pleasurable. We loved the strong vibrations and easy-to-hold loop handle on the brand’s White Temptation but found the loaf-like shape to be awkward to use, preferring the tapered silhouette of the Purple Pleasure.
Satisfyer’s Ultra Power Bullet line includes eight models. We tried the 6, which is similar in shape and size to a fountain pen. Unfortunately, we found the toy’s vibrations to be a bit buzzy compared to those of the rumbly and similarly shaped We-Vibe Tango (see below). And the Ultra Power Bullet 6’s handle vibrates to an unpleasant degree.
The Unbound Pep is a cute and affordable palm-sized vibrator, but unfortunately we found that the thick silicone caused the vibrations to feel “dampened” and not as focused and powerful as those from similar models, including the Satisfyer Purple Pleasure we recommend and the Dame Pom we like.
The tiny but super-powerful We-Vibe Tango is a good value for a rechargeable, bullet-style toy that is small enough to fit in a pocket but capable of delivering the rumbly intensity of a much larger vibrator. Although we recommend this model as a starter vibrator, for some of our testers the hard plastic became slippery and difficult to hold when it came in contact with lubricant. This was not the case with the less expensive Satisfyer Purple Pleasure.
Other vibrators
The tiny, egg-shaped Blush Novelties Aria Flutter Tongue is adorable, but we found the Evolved Tongue Tied to be a better overall choice among tongue-style vibrators (see below). The small, flickering “tongue” on the Aria Flutter Tongue is inset in a mouth similar to that of a suction vibrator such that the tongue’s motion isn’t hindered by excess pressure, but overall we found this toy’s size and speed more irritating than pleasurable.
Dame’s original Eva vibrator was appealing in concept as a “hands-free, strap-free, non-intrusive couples’ vibrator.” Unfortunately, our testers found that it didn’t stay in place well: “The only issue with the thing is its strapless design, which means that during PIV [penis-in-vagina intercourse] the thing just falls right off unless you’re flat on your back and trying your best not to move too much. Too much focusing on keeping the toy in place takes attention away from the act itself.” Others found it too weak and “buzzy” to be satisfying.
We found the second-generation Dame Eva an improvement on the original: It is smaller, easier to position, and more powerful. But it still has the same issues with being “buzzy” and slipping around during partner play. We found that it stayed in place best during the cowgirl (person with vagina on top) position. Couples looking for a little added stimulation during intercourse may enjoy this toy for that purpose.
The Dame Kip is a perfectly effective and elegant lipstick-style vibrator, but it is usually more expensive than the equally powerful Satisfyer Purple Pleasure.
The Evolved Tongue Tied is our favorite of the “tongue” vibrators we’ve tested. While they’re not as pinpointed as those from the Lelo Dot, we did find that this vibrator’s flickering tongue (measuring about 1 inch long and 0.25 inches wide at the tip) offers powerful, focused sensations. There can be a bit of a learning curve in terms of optimal positioning when using this toy, as applying too much pressure may cause the tongue’s motion to stall.
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. Both testers who tried the Volta enjoyed the dual vibrating tips of this versatile toy that has a loop handle for easy holding, and they said it was an excellent vibrator, but they did not think it was better than the similarly priced Dame Aer or Zumio S, both of which also offer unusual mechanisms of their own. The Volta definitely involves a bit of a learning curve, and it’s probably a better choice for advanced sex-toy users. Finding the ideal placement for the two vibrating tips requires some trial and error—an intriguing experiment for the sex-toy fan who has tried it all and is craving something new, but a frustrating experience for those who desire a cut-to-the-chase, intuitive toy.
The vibrations of the Je Joue Mimi felt jerky and choppy at the lower speeds and caused the motor to make wheezing noises. This toy works best if you use it at its maximum setting, provided that the maximum setting is not too strong or weak for your personal tastes.
Lelo’s Siri 2 is a fine toy, but it’s a bit expensive compared with the Satisfyer Purple Pleasure, which is more streamlined and less gimmicky. We also tested Lelo’s classic hard-plastic Nea 2, which is plenty powerful for its tiny size but does not compare to the We-Vibe Tango and its ultra-intense vibrations.
We chose not to test the since-discontinued Unbound Squish because it appeared to be very similar to the Minna Limon, which also offers programmable stimulation and squeeze-pressure technology. Our tester who tried Minna’s similar Ola toy (currently unavailable) found this technology to be more gimmicky than innovative.
A favorite of sex-toy blogger Epiphora, the bejeweled pastel Pillow Talk Sassy is affordably priced and offers powerful vibrations that can work for either clitoral or G-spot stimulation. Although our testers liked the sleek shape and size of this model, in our tests it generally worked better as a G-spot toy than as a clitoral vibrator. The Sassy’s sibling, the Pillow Talk Flirty bullet, is designed specifically for clitoral stimulation, but we found that its vibrations were not as strong as those of our budget pick.
We were intrigued by the Pipedream Fantasy for Her because it offers a different type of stimulation than any other vibrator we’ve tested. You place a cup attached at the end of the toy (either round or oval) over the vulva to provide broad suction stimulation, while the internal “tongue” flicks back and forth over the clitoris. The handle of this toy also works well as an insertable G-spot vibrator. Although the Fantasy for Her provides a unique and very pleasurable form of stimulation, we encountered a difficult learning curve when figuring out how best to position and operate the toy for the ideal amount of both clitoral stimulation and suction. The four buttons on the control console are a bit confusing and challenging to use: One turns on the tongue, one turns on the vibrator within the G-spot handle, one activates and cycles through three levels of suction, and the last one either releases the suction or causes it to pulse. In our tests it was sometimes necessary for us to press a button multiple times to activate the desired function.
We decided not to test the original Smile Makers’s The Billionaire because it required one AA battery for four hours of use. The redesigned version has a rechargeable battery, but costs $20 more than the Satisfyer Purple Pleasure, and is covered by a lesser warranty.
The Tenga Iroha Temari is an exceptionally cool-looking vibrator inspired by traditional Japanese textile designs, with a unique swiveling head, a base designed to reduce the transmission of vibrations to the hand, and a convenient fitted cover that keeps the vibrator discreet and dust-free when not in use. Although this vibrator offers powerful vibrations for its small size, our testers found it to be a bit noisy compared with other models and tricky to clean around the edges of the swiveling head.
The Wild Flower Enby 2 (currently unavailable) is a versatile vibrator that can be used both by people with penises and people with vulvas. Shaped like a miniature bicycle seat, the Enby 2 features a vibrating protrusion that expands out to a flexible, flat, triangular silicone surface that transmits the vibrations. We like the concept, and we found the vibrations to be plenty strong. 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.
This article was edited by Tracy Vence and Kalee Thompson.
