Intro to Vibrators - A Buyers Guide

By Haley 7/1/21

So you want to buy a vibrator- not to fear! Our expert staff have curated this guide to help you wade through the "what's what" of these products designed to shake things up and help you find those Good Vibrations.

Vibrators enhance masturbation and mutual pleasure. They can help you achieve more intense orgasms, stimulate all your erogenous zones, and improve overall sexual satisfaction. Couples can enhance an already pleasurable relationship or add a bit of spice where it's lacking. You and your partner can find new ways to show your appreciation for one another in the most intimate and intense ways. Once you're done here, check out a list of our absolute must-have vibrators: Our Favorite Vibrators

For those of you who are new-new to vibrators & sex toys:

What is a vibrator?

A type of sex toy used during solo play (masturbation) or during sex that uses vibrations to stimulate the body. Vibrators are the most common sex enhancer for couples. There are many different types of vibrators ranging in size, shape, color, style, and intensity. Keep reading to find one that works best for you! If you need a few tips on talking with your partner about bringing vibrators into your sex life: Introducing Sex Toys Into Your Relationship

What types of vibrators are out there?

Classic Vibrators: These are typically phallic shaped and designed to be inserted but can be used for stimulation of other erogenous zones.

Bullets and Eggs: These are mostly like the classic vibrator but much smaller and more discreet. Their size makes them a bit less intimidating than other vibrator styles.

Clitoral Vibrators: This style is designed with clitoral stimulation in mind, iis meant to be used externally, and come in different shapes ranging from a simple point-like tip to suction cups designed to surround the clitoris.

G-Spot Vibrators:As the name implies, this vibrator style is designed to be used internally. They typically feature a curved shape specifically to stimulate the G-Spot.

Wand Style: Originally marketed as a body massager for back or neck pain, the wand quickly made its way down south and set the standard for intense clitoral stimulation.

Rabbit Style Vibrators: These come in a variety of styles but it's the clitoral stimulator that branches off from the main shaft, providing simultaneous internal and clitoral stimulation. They gained their name because most rabbit-style vibrators' clitoral stimulators resemble bunny ears.

Vibrating Eggs: This style steps away from the phallic or cylindrical shape of classic vibrators and is typically round in shape. The design allows the egg to be nestled internally- think Kegel exercisers that vibrate, minus the weight.

Triple Area Vibrators: This style offers a sort of all-in-one design which offers penetrative stimulation, clitoral stimulation, and anal stimulation. 

Related Articles:

If you're looking for some light reading, we have an interesting article about the history of the vibrator: History Of The Vibrator : From Cure To Sex Toy

For a few overall guides about the what's what of her "down there," we have: The Vagina - A Road Map and, more specifically, the clitoris: The Clitoris A Spicy Road Map To Clitoral Orgasm as well as the G-Spot Guide: Finding The G-Spot | A G-Spot Road Map