31 Best Sex Toys for Men, According to Guys Who Actually Use Them
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Stop hiding from the truth: The best sex toys for men are a cheat code for truly great sex, both solo and with any number of partners. Yes, diving into the world of male masturbators and cock rings can be daunting—especially if those sketchy sex shops off the highway are your only point of reference—but with expert sources, countless hours of research, and quite a few toys tested, we’ve got your back. And your butt.
First of all, there are virtually no downsides to male toys. “Patients report that they are happier with their sex lives when they’re having more variety, and sex toys provide that,” Andrew Smiler, PhD, a licensed therapist and author of Dating and Sex: A Guide for the 21st Century Teen Boy, tells Glamour. Anyone who’s ever tried a stroker (a.k.a. a pocket pussy) knows that toys make masturbation better than the standard hand-on-penis action. But they also present people with the “opportunity to please their partner in a new or different way,” Smiler adds.
Best sex toys for men at a glance
- Best Overall Sex Toy for Men: Lelo Tor 3, $119
- Best Value Sex Toy for Men: PlusOne Personal Stroker, $30
- Best Vibrator for Couples: We-Vibe Sync 2, $159
- Best Male Masturbator: Tenga Flip Zero, $89
- Best Fleshlight: Fleshlight Pink Lady, $70
- Best Vibrating Cock Ring: Maude Band, $52
- Best Butt Plug: B-Vibe Snug Plug 3, $60
What types of sex toys can men use?
Men can use a wide array of sex toys. There’s an option for “every orifice and appendage,” Evan Goldstein, MD, founder and CEO of Bespoke Surgical, a health practice specializing in gay men’s sexual health, tells Glamour. Some of the most popular men’s sex toys differ from the vibrators you may be more familiar with. There are two main categories: penis toys and anal toys.
Penis toys
This group includes toys that stimulate any part of your penis, usually by stroking or thrusting. They’re pretty intuitive, considering you probably have plenty of experience in this form of self-pleasure. Here’s a breakdown of the most popular ones:
Male masturbators are sleeves that allow you to stroke yourself to orgasm with a sensation that’s more stimulating than your own hand. Many are made entirely of silicone, while others have motors and work as vibrators. Use them by sliding your penis in and out of them, with or without a partner present. (They’re especially fun to use while receiving oral sex.)
Cock rings wrap around the base of the penis and can lead to stronger erections and climaxes. The most common ones are made of stretchy silicone, but there are also metal and leather options available for more advanced users; vibrating cock rings are great for partnered sex. Use them by selecting the correct girth and putting one on before sex or masturbation.
Anal toys
“Anal toys hit the prostate at just the right spots that allow for full and complete orgasm,” says Dr. Goldstein. There’s some stigma around butt play, especially for men who identify as straight, but the payoff is worth it, he continues: “A true prostate orgasm, once felt, is beyond description. It sends positive sensations throughout the entire body, from head to toe.” These toys will help you get there.
As long as you take hygiene seriously and give yourself permission to explore with no judgment, anal sex can take your pleasure to new heights. Since your body doesn’t produce natural lubrication there, make sure you use plenty of anal lube, certified sex therapist Todd Baratz, a licensed couples’ psychotherapist, tells Glamour. (If you’re playing with silicone toys, make sure it’s a water-based lube so the toys don’t break down.)
Butt plugs are toys with tapered tips and flared bases that you insert into your anus for a feeling of fullness. They’re ideal for men who are new to the backdoor game; many come in multipacks with small, medium, and large options. Use them by applying lube and slowly pressing them against your anus until they enter.
Prostate massagers are unique from butt plugs because they’re shaped specifically to hit the P-spot. Most are shaped almost like thumbs and have a bulbous tip and a slightly smaller arm; many prostate massagers vibrate, and some even include an external vibrating arm for extra pleasure. Use them as you would a butt plug.
Anal beads are yet another backdoor toy. They’re made up of beads (often of graduated sizes) connected by a central wire, and they’re usually flexible. They’re ideal for warming up and exploring depth play. Use them by inserting each bead one by one with plenty of lube, then shifting them around.
Dildos are penis-shaped toys that you can insert into your anus. While some of them vibrate, most of them are entirely silicone. Suction cup dildos are especially useful for attaching to surfaces like shower walls and floors, and many of these are compatible with strap-on harnesses so that a partner without a penis can penetrate you. Some are designed to be realistic, adding to the fantasy of being penetrated by an actual penis; some are smoother and less realistic if accuracy doesn’t turn you on. Use them by lubing them up and slowly penetrating yourself to a depth that feels comfortable.
Sex toys for couples
You can also invest in sex toys for couples to unlock entirely new levels of pleasure with your partner—ideal ahead of Valentine’s Day. These include wearable devices like cock rings, plus handheld wand vibrators and remote-controlled toys that can feel great for people with any genitalia and of any sexual orientation. If you plan to use your toy with a partner, Dr. Smiler recommends sitting down and talking through your desires together—you might discover that they have some unexplored kinks and fetishes they’d like to give a go.
Meet our experts and testers
- Andrew Smiler, PhD, licensed therapist and author
- Evan Goldstein, MD, founder and CEO of Bespoke Surgical
- Todd Baratz, certified sex therapist and licensed couples’ psychotherapist
- Cassandra Corrado, sex educator who hosts sexuality-focused retreats
- Jake Smith, Glamour tester and writer who’s edited dozens of sex stories
What we looked for when testing
- Materials: Body-safe silicone is the gold standard for sex toys, and ABS plastic and stainless steel are also common and safe.
- Features: While none of these are completely necessary, they add to the experience and make your investment even more worthwhile: waterproofing, long battery life, ergonomic handles, and app or Bluetooth connectivity. You’ll often find more features in luxury sex toys, but cheaper options can be just as worthwhile.
- Tester approval: We turned to Glamour editors and our resident testers to share their favorite picks to get the lowdown on what vetted folks who have used countless toys really think. While the quotes are anonymous, they come from real people who’ve actually used these toys. (To widen our scope, we also take online reviews into account.) Our pros and cons are based on this feedback.
Best sex toys for men
These are the absolute best sex toys for men, according to rave reviews and our own resident toy testers. Prepare for some truly mind-blowing sex, just in time to celebrate V-Day with your partner (or your hand).