When the discussion of sex toys [1] comes up, people tend to gravitate toward vibrators [2]. But while vibrators are great and come highly recommended, in a world of so many sex toys, it seems almost unfair to skip the toy that started it all: the dildo. Long before battery-operated or rechargeable toys existed, there was the good ol' fashioned dildo. So old, in fact, that the oldest dildo is reportedly 28,000 years old and made of siltstone. That's right: long before people were buying silicone and glass dildos, human beings were getting their rocks off with, well, rocks.
Dildos are an important sex toy to have in any sexual arsenal because of their versatility. They're not just great for vaginal penetration, but they can be used anally and orally and shared (if they're double-ended), and they can fulfil any sexual fantasy if you want to be creative.
"Even if fingertips are one of the best and cheapest ways to pleasure yourself and/or a partner, dildos can be a miracle," says Laurène Dorléac, founder and CEO of Climax [3], a virtual platform that teaches people with vulvas how to pleasure themselves. "If you are alone and want to explore deep spots in your vagina, I recommend buying a toy designed for G spot stimulation that can also be used for A and O spots. If you're [with a partner], toys should be viewed as something that can enhance the experience . . . [dildos can] provide additional stimulations and thus create better sexual satisfaction."
But finding the best dildos to meet your needs isn't always easy. You can invest in the trial-and-error process and eventually realise you've found your soul mate in dildo form, or you can take a look at the list ahead. When it comes to dildos, these are the best you'll find.
Le Wand Arch Wand Metal Dildo
When it comes to G spot stimulation, it would be hard to find a dildo that delivers in the same way that the Le Wand Arch [5] ($190) does. Made of stainless steel, this perfectly shaped dildo is enough to make anyone a believer in the G spot orgasm. Want to take it up a notch? Use it for temperature play [6] since the metal holds hot and cold in a way that silicone just can't.
Clone-a-Willy
If you have a partner whose penis is the apple of your eye, thanks to Clone-a-Willy [7] ($55), you can have your very own custom dildo. (Yes! Your partner's member can be your member all the time!) If you failed high school art, don't worry: this custom dildo is really easy to do as long as your partner is hard for 60 to 90 seconds so the "willy" can be cast. If it doesn't work the first time, you can do it again.
Lovehoney Lifelike Lover
Sometimes you want a dildo that's a bit more real — like a full-blown realistic dildo. When that craving pops up, the Lovehoney Lifelike Lover [8] ($35) is exactly what you need. Not only do you get the pleasure that comes with something that looks and feels like the real deal, but with this dildo, you get vibration too — and via a controller. Lovehoney's Lifelike Lover line [9] has a variety of sizes too, so if you're a size queen, there's a huge dildo with your name on it.
Unbound Stellar
Since its launch in 2012, Unbound has cornered the market on sex toys that are both delicious to the sexual senses and downright cool. The Stellar [10] ($38), true to its name, looks like it's been plucked out of the universe and magically transported to your bedroom. Made of high-grade borosilicate glass, this glass dildo is ready to stimulate both internally and externally. And, like steel dildos, the glass locks in warmth and cold, making it amazing for temperature play [11].
Lovehoney Basics Mini Double Penetration Dildo
Does it make you greedy to want double dildo pleasure every time you sit down with your double-ended dildo? Hell no; it makes you a person who knows what they want. It doesn't matter if you're rolling solo [12] or with a partner (yes, it's that flexible), the Lovehoney Basics Mini Double Penetration Dildo [13] ($17) allows penetration in more than one spot. It might have "mini" in the name, but this dildo is 13 inches in length, making sharing easy-peasy.
Fun Factory Ride & Vibe Kit
If you're looking for a dildo that's flexible in more than one way, then the Fun Factory Ride & Vibe Kit [14] ($150) is it. This bendable, waterproof [15] (shower dildo!), and totally strapless dildo comes with a vibrating cock ring to guarantee multiple orgasms for everyone involved. Use it alone or with a partner, and it will leave you properly exhausted from orgasming too much.
King Cock Ultra Realistic Suction Dildo With Balls
When society tells you that you can't have it all, you can just hold up the King Cock Ultra Realistic Suction Dildo With Balls [16] ($50) and prove everyone wrong. Because, holy hell, this dildo has everything. What's on the menu with this bad boy? It has suction, it is large (a whopping eight inches), it is realistic-looking (balls!), it is two inches in diameter, and it's available in two colours. See? Having it all does exist.