Vibrating butt plugs are a relatively easy way to enhance your sexual pleasure during masturbation and partnered sex. You just pop the plug in your rear end, turn on the vibrations, and leave it there as long as you want. Unfortunately, some cisgender heterosexual men are uncomfortable with anal penetration (on themselves) because they worry it means they’re secretly gay, or are somehow “less of a man.” This is ridiculous! Butt stuff has nothing to do with sexual orientation and everything to do with pleasure.
“Anal play can be pleasurable for all genders and all sexual orientations by adding an additional set of sexual sensations in the bedroom,” says Trip Richards, a.k.a. Triplextransman, a porn performer and sex educator.
Why do vibrating butt plugs feel good?
For people with a penis, a vibrating butt plug (or any butt plug, for that matter) stimulates the prostate, the walnut-sized gland located roughly two to three inches inside the rectum, as well as the nerve endings around the anus. Got a vulva? You can still enjoy anal stimulation, and even combine it with clit action for a blended orgasm.
Whether you bring a butt plug into partnered sex or solo play, Richards notes that vibrating plugs take sensations up a notch. The vibrations reverberate throughout your body, which can lead to full-body orgasms, as opposed to localized orgasms that only feel pleasurable around your penis or clitoris. He adds that most vibrating toys offer a variety of settings, from a gentle hum to more mind-blowing intensity.
How do I choose a vibrating butt plug?
Choosing between battery-powered and rechargeable:
Both have pros and cons, says Ashley Manta, author of The CBD Solution: Sex. “Battery-operated is usually cheaper, so [it’s] potentially good for someone who is just starting out,” Manta says. “But you do get what you pay for, and battery-operated vibes tend to be more on the buzzy side, which can feel itchy if you’re someone who prefers rumbly vibration.” On the other hand, she says that rechargeable toys tend to be higher quality, often come with warranties, and are usually made out of non-porous materials (i.e. they’re smoother, water resistant, and are less likely to accumulate bacteria).
Choosing the right size:
Don’t let your eyes be bigger than your orifices, Manta warns. “Sometimes, people get a bit ambitious when choosing a plug, so be sure to have tried inserting a well-lubed finger first and see how many fingers (if more than one) you can comfortably take,” she suggests. If you’re just starting out, you don’t want to get something much bigger than that.
If you’re in the process of anal training, Manta recommends B-Vibe’s Anal Training and Education Butt Plug Set, which will allow you to start with a smaller size and gradually work up to your preferred girth.
How do I use a vibrating butt plug?
Manta encourages users to try the plug solo to see how it feels before bringing it to partnered sex. “Lay down a towel, make sure your plug is either fully charged or has fresh batteries, use a copious amount of compatible lube, and lie in a comfortable position for insertion,” she says. Most people like to lie either on their back or on their side for solo play, but you could really do it in whatever position is most accessible for you—including standing.
Manta recommends waiting to turn on the vibrations until after the plug is inside you, so you’re not trying to insert a rapidly-buzzing object. Also, make sure you have some wipes nearby to wipe off your hands before handling the remote. “Breathe! Relax! Take it slow! Have a marvelous time!” she says.
One note on safety: Manta reminds anal enthusiasts that any toy that goes in the ass should have a flanged base. Don’t use a bullet vibrator like a butt plug, or it might vanish up your bum and warrant an ER visit.
Now, you may have an aversion to vibrating butt plugs—or any kind of anal sex toy—because of poop. We get it. That said, if you douche beforehand, which is a simple process, you should be in the clear. If you’re not down to douche, Richards suggests slipping a condom on a plug as an easy “cheat,” especially since the toy pretty much stays in place.
What are the best vibrating butt plugs?
With all that out of the way, here are the 15 best vibrating butt plugs currently on the market. (Fair warning, because they vibrate, these plugs are a little pricier than other sex toys, although we included a few cheaper ones on the list.)
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