11 best sex toys that will spice things up in the bedroom

It’s near impossible to pick a sex toy people will universally love, but we couldn’t create more of a fuss over the Lovehoney rose. With a pretty, non-intimidating shape, this sweet-looking clitoral stimulator certainly packs a punch. Ten air pleasure technology settings take you from soft lick-like feelings to strong sucks, evoking the feeling of oral sex, and a slick of water-based lube is sure to level up any experience. It’s 100 per cent waterproof, so can be used in the bath or shower, and it can easily be recharged and ready to go in no time. So, if you’re someone who can orgasm through clit stimulation alone, we’re marking this as the best pick of the bunch.

Naming the best female sex toy was far from easy, and the toss-up between the Lovehoney rose and the Smile Makers the firefighter was incredibly tight.

Measuring 5.8in, it’s just large enough to get a good grip while using the tip to explore. Shaped like a flame (hence the name), it’s wide enough to cover a large proportion of the labia while the pointed end can be pinpointed to more precise locations, such as the clitoris, to truly get things going.

With eight settings and an incredibly easy-to-use, non-intimidating design, we’ve dubbed this best for beginners, but even those well-versed with sex toys are sure to find it truly gets things hot, hot, hot.

Rabbit vibrators are famous for a reason. Comprising both a long arm for internal penetration and a shorter arm for external stimulation, they build you up to reach a blended orgasm, getting both the G-spot and the clitoris in on the action. And we couldn’t ask for much more than that, could we? In a super soft silicone, this is the most skin-like toy we tried, making it incredibly comfortable even on sensitive sections. It effortlessly warmed up to body temperature – no cold, hard plastic here – while eight vibration patterns allow you to explore different areas with ease. We fell in love with the super-soft feel as well as the ‘climax mode’, which was the perfect button to press when looking for a quick win.

Anna Richards describes wand vibrators as the “powerhouse of all vibrators”, and we have to agree. But this one certainly isn’t winning any awards for discretion. Marketed as an all-over body massager, as most XL models are, it’s the largest sex toy we tried, measuring an impressive 11in.

The bulbous head is made from super-soft silicone that feels almost warm to the touch, and has 10 settings, from gentle to hard, to truly hit the good spots. Incredibly easy to use (across the entire body), a large handle means you can get creative with positioning, and the XL head hits quite a large area, so there’s no need to be precise.

For those looking for a partner play sex toy, this pleasure egg is sure to do the trick. One of the bestsellers from luxury sexual wellness brand Coco De Mer, its irregular shape sets it apart from many other options, but it does much more than you think at first glance.

Included in the box is the pleasure egg, shaped like a sperm, that can be used on any erogenous zone, internal or external, and a small remote control that can be operated by you or your partner. But don’t let the remote fool you, as this actually turns into a vibrator on its own, meaning you can both enjoy the sensations or focus on two areas of your body at once. Trust us when we say this can really help to heat things up in the bedroom. With its black and gold colouring, it certainly looks chic and can be stashed away in its vegan-leather carry case too.

Out of all the sex toys we’ve tried (and there were a lot), no vibrating options were truly silent. They have to move around, after all. So near silent was the closest we could get, and the Satisfyer high fly took the top spot for next to no sound.

Looking more like a paper aeroplane in shape, we were perplexed by how this one worked, but it turned out to be incredibly simple – whether you hold it against your nipple, neck, clitoris or any other erogenous zone, it’s sure to put you on cloud nine. With 12 vibrational patterns, there are a lot of different pleasure settings, and you can move the toy around from feeling the whole thing flat against you to just the tip, for more precise perks. As a bonus, you can even keep it in your underwear while you walk around, making it the perfect pick for foreplay.

For those in search of fuss-free fun, look no further than the Lovehoney magic bullet. With its tiny size, stripped-back shape and easy-to-use functions, it’s the perfect pick for everyone. Even better, it can fit in almost any bag (or pocket), should you wish to travel with the toy in tow. We loved its non-intimidating size, and the phrase small yet mighty definitely comes to mind, as three speeds and seven vibration patterns will get you off to a great start. Made from hard plastic, it’s incredibly easy to clean and also suitable for those with a latex allergy. We’re dubbing it a pocket rocket, and, at less than £13, it’s a bargain buy too.

The best bit about this toy is it only turns on when in contact with the skin, so you can put it down without the worry of it shaking its way off the bed. Clitoral stimulators, such as the Lovehoney rose, are currently having a moment in the spotlight, and this toy works in a similar way, getting the focus on the G-spot. Using pleasure air stimulation technology, it feels like it’s gently massaging the area, with 12 settings that can take it up to being seriously standout.

At 9.5in, it’s long enough to really get the good spot. Once you’ve climaxed, one press of a button will calm the toy down to the gentlest setting, seeing you have a relaxing end to every orgasm, without battling the buttons. So, those who get there with their G-spot only, you’re sure to be sold on this.

For those after a classic style with no bells and whistles, this So Divine design is sure to do the trick. The simple shape is straight up and down, like a rather large bullet, with a simple button at the base that turns it on and off. Designed with the help of menopause experts, it’s tailored towards those going through that stage of life, however, it has no specific functions that restrict it to just this group of women. Seven settings is quite a lot to play around with, whether it be internal or external, and it’s 7in size really helps you hit those good spots.

This one looks more like something out of Star Wars but trust us when we say it will leave you feeling like you’ve been transported to another galaxy. Sitting across the whole of the vagina, it’s designed to cradle, not penetrate, suck, blow or perform pinpointed pleasure, putting the focus on the entirety of the area, rather than just the clitoris. Because of this, it takes a while to work out how to use it, so be sure to set plenty of time aside to play around. Once you’ve mastered the technique, it may lead to multiple orgasms thanks to the clever layering technique.

A slit in the middle enables your fingers to explore, or you can also hold it in place with just your thighs. As it is on the larger side, it doesn’t work too well when playing around with a partner or other toys at the same time.

Lelo is one of the most luxurious self-pleasure brands around, and its sex toys look as lovely as they feel. The dot is a prime example, with a striking shape that looks more like a sculpture than a saucy bit of kit – so much so, we didn’t mind having it on top of the bedside table. But don’t let the shape fool you, as the design is far from just aesthetic. Made with the infinity sign in mind, the Lelo dot has been created to heighten the senses, leading to multiple orgasms. With an incredibly thin, long end, it precisely pinpoints each erogenous zone, giving gentle strokes with an elliptical movement for never-ending pleasure. Trust us when we say we found all of these marketing claims to be true, you just have to play around to perfect the technique.