Shopping for a Dildo

Material:

Silicone is an ideal material as it is flexible yet holds its shape well, warms to body heat and can be boiled to sterilize and is non-porous (so no lube or bacteria can be absorbed). While the material itself can be more expensive than other toys, they are often made by small businesses and if taken care of properly, they will last you a lifetime. Most of our soft dildos are made of silicone.
If a toy advertises itself as "silicon" or silicone blends, this means it is most likely is porous, cannot be boiled and is generally not of the same quality as 100% silicone toys. 

Vixskin Silicone: This innovative silicone has a firm silicone core with a super soft and realistic-feeling outer layer for very pleasurable penetration.The Mustang is a great Vixskin silicone average-sized toy, and many customers have noted that the larger sized toys are easier to accomodate as the softness makes them feel less intrusive than a harder toy.

Elastomer is a fabulous alternative to silicone. It is less expensive and less porous than jelly or latex toys, and does not contain phthalates.

Rubber/Latex dildos are very soft and inexpensive. They are great for those who want to see what size they like and experiment. We recommend using them with condoms as phthalates (a softener used in jelly/latex toys) have been linked to infertility in male and female lab rat experiments. The Mickie is a good beginner dildo, and works for packing as well.

Glass/acrylic is a great option for someone who wants something beautiful, durable, easy to clean and with firm pressure. It is especially great for  g-spot play.  The Blue Swirl is a popular choice with it's added texture and colour.  Glass Dildos are generally not harness compatible.

Aluminum warms to the touch looks elegant and offers firm pressure. The Alumina Revolve has two different ends that offers two distinct types of pleasure. Aluminum toys are generally not harness compatible.  

Stainless Steel offers pressure and weight that is unparalleled by other materials. It is also non-porous, sterilizable and worthy of leaving on your coffee table! The Njoy Pure Wand is a toy that will find your g-spot without fail.

Wood dildos feel and look natural and are very light yet firm. Nobessence Seduction has a lovely g-spot curve with two different sized ends.

Length

If you like your cervix stimulated, then look for toys 6" or longer. The Spur and Rex 1 are good choices for those who do not want their cervixes stimulated. For larger-sized folks who may not be able to get a dildo all of the way in, especially with a harness, a longer dildo often works better. For anal play, as long as it is soft, length makes little difference. For male-bodied people, the prostate is within 3" inside the rectum and for female-bodied the perineal sponge or G-Spot  is 2" inside, and will be have at least some stimulation by any dildo.

Width

Make sure your eyes are not wider than your vagina!  The average width of most dildos is 1.5" wide, though many people prefer going on the smaller or larger side of average.  The Woody is a popular, average-sized dildo, and one of our best sellers. For beginner anal play something thinner such as The Mistress is a great choice, and is a bit narrower than most dills.  Toys that have ripples with varying width offer more intensity and sensation, and something like the Large Ripple silicone butt plug is on the wider side for most anal play, and a bit more narrow than most dills intended for vaginal use, and the Fun Twirl is deeply textured, and about average width. The Tantus Curve also has some great texture and a curvy shape without being too ridge-y.

Shape

A dildo with a base is essential for any anal play and a thick, wide base is best for use in a harness. 

Dildos with testicles offer not only a look, but when used by a woman in a harness will stimulate the harness-wearer's clitoris. The Jet is a great dildo for dual pleasure in a harness.

Dildos with a handle, such as the Jollie are great for self play or for pleasuring a partner while lying beside them.

Double-ended dildos double your pleasure!  Ones that fit in a harness, such as The Tango are designed for women to wear inside for g-spot and clitoral stimulation as well as for penetration of her partner. Those that are not designed for harness use such as the Njoy Pfun Wand offer two dildos in one with different options for varying stimulation on either side.

Vibration

Vibrating dildos offer additional stimulation,although some people do find them to be numbing when left vibrating internally.  Other people find that vibration can increase blood flow and arousal - it all depends on your own experience.  Some of our bestselling vibrating dildos are The Shaft  and The Leo.

G-Spot

If you are looking for a dildo especially for G-Spot stimulation, you'll be looking for something with a prominent curve that will rub the anterior wall of the vagina.  Dildos like The Ella and the Pure Wand and the Curve are especially designed to hit the sweet spot.  For dills that can be used with a harness, check out The Bandito or The Faerie.

Packing

Packing Dildos are soft enough so that they can be worn under clothes as a "package". Most packing dills, like the Mr. Right are not practical for penetration, although some like The Packable Jelly Dildo can be used for penetration as well.

Dildos offer an amazing world of sensation, and are great for both solo play and with a partner.  With so many shapes and sizes, it can be difficult to choose or know where to start.  We hope this guide helps you choose the right toy for you.