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66 guides and counting, split into Tested Reviews (14 products we personally bought and use) and Buying Guides (researched from specs and comparisons) — filterable below by either, or by category. Some links are affiliate links — see our disclosure for how that works and why it doesn't change the verdict.
Tested Reviews are products we personally bought and used. Buying Guides are researched carefully from specs and comparisons, not hands-on — see our how we test page for exactly what that distinction means.
Everything below has been personally bought and used, not just researched from a spec sheet — see the full what we own list, or exactly how we test each one.
Direct vibration, not pulse-air, despite the same shape. Clove owns this one.
Rotating pulse-air stimulation, 7 patterns. Clove owns this one.
Dual-ended — air-pulse rose tip plus a curved G-spot shaft. Clove owns this one.
Dual-ended wand: suction on one end, vibration on the other. Discontinued.
Targeted beak-shaped contact vs. the rose toy's broader head.
Dual independent motors, vibration and suction, plus swappable tips. Clove owns this one.
Fluttering rabbit-ear teasers built for the receiving partner. Clove owns this one.
Squeeze-controlled remote, movement-responsive vibration — worn during sex.
Pleasure Air, no direct contact — built to be held between partners. Clove owns this one.
Budget-friendly air-pulse stimulator, best solo. Clove owns this one.
One standout, two with real 1-star averages — a genuinely mixed lineup, reviewed honestly.
Scratch-off couples adventures, aimed at the bedroom instead of date night.
A basic water-based lubricant that does the one job well. Clove uses this one.
The branded version of the wedge and ramp shapes we cover generically. Clove owns this.
The basics before you spend money on anything more specific.
Every product Clove personally owns and has reviewed from real use, in one place.
The four things we actually check — material, performance, noise, and cleaning — before we write a word.
Nine books that shaped how Nick and Clove think about sex, intimacy, and staying married.
Materials to look for and avoid, budget tiers, and how to pick a first toy.
What to look for, red flags to avoid, and why Google Maps beats a directory.
Our top picks for partnered use, from entry-level to app-controlled.
One motor, no extras — a genuinely reasonable first purchase.
Real injury and infection risks, and body-safe alternatives that cost about the same.
The category Womanizer popularized, and the budget alternatives it spawned.
Pleasure-air suction vs. a compact wand — how they differ and who each is for.
The brand that made pleasure-air technology affordable — Pro 2, Curvy, and more.
What to check before buying in a market flooded with near-identical listings.
Rotating pulse-air stimulation, 7 patterns. Clove owns this one.
Direct vibration, not pulse-air, despite the same shape. Clove owns this one.
Dual-ended — air-pulse rose tip plus a curved G-spot shaft. Clove owns this one.
Dual-ended wand: suction on one end, vibration on the other. Discontinued.
Targeted beak-shaped contact vs. the rose toy's broader head.
Dual independent motors, vibration and suction, plus swappable tips. Clove owns this one.
Flicking, licking, and dual-function mechanisms — what they actually do differently.
A flicking or licking motion, driven by a separate motor from the vibration itself.
Bigger head, stronger motor, built for external use — corded vs. cordless.
No direct vibration contact — how pressure-wave stimulation actually works.
Internal and external stimulation in one toy — what varies between models.
Sleeves, eggs, and app-controlled strokers.
Eggs vs. reusable cups — the two product families explained.
Script sync, partner control, and manual mode — explained plainly.
Rotating, telescopic, and vacuum-pump mechanisms explained.
What actually varies between products, and the one safety detail that matters most in each.
Basic bands, vibrating rings, and rabbit-style versions built for a partner.
Fluttering rabbit-ear teasers built for the receiving partner. Clove owns this one.
Realistic, glass, vibrating, or thrusting — what actually differs.
The one safety feature that matters more than any other.
Genuinely beginner-friendly gear vs. what's worth waiting on.
Progressive resistance training for the pelvic floor, explained plainly.
Terms that get searched constantly without much honest explanation attached.
A mounted, hands-free platform — a genuinely different category from handheld toys.
A real molding kit — how the casting process actually works.
Angle-specific design, and a step-by-step for a comfortable first try.
Temporary engorgement, not permanent growth — and the real safety rules.
TPE vs. silicone, realistic weight, storage — the practical side.
A real, mainstream category — what the "knot" feature actually is.
What's actually on the market vs. what's still marketing hype.
Scratch-off couples adventures, aimed at the bedroom instead of date night.
Squeeze-controlled remote, movement-responsive vibration — worn during sex.
Pleasure Air, no direct contact — built to be held between partners. Clove owns this one.
Budget-friendly air-pulse stimulator, best solo. Clove owns this one.
What separates the shapes, materials, and categories — not just product photos that all look the same.
Types, materials, and how plus-size sizing actually differs.
Sizing built for the body, not just relabeled women's sizing.
Genuinely different garments, not interchangeable names.
Fashion corset vs. waist trainer, and how garter clips actually work.
Hardware, adjustability, and what to layer it with.
Its own category, not just a themed version of regular lingerie.
Design-forward brands and remote-control features for long-distance or hands-free use.
FDA-tested silicone and a sexologist advisory board — all five current Serika toys.
Design-forward, premium-priced — what the Swedish brand is actually known for.
A low-frequency "rumbly" motor design — Mimi Soft Vibe and the Ami Kegel Set.
Worn internally, controlled by app — how it works for long-distance and partnered use.
App-controlled picks for couples who aren't in the same room.
What actually matters when picking a speaker and dimmable lighting, plus picks by budget.
Any spare room works — furniture, ambiance, texture, and discreet storage.
Pillows, chairs, benches, swings, and motorized machines — what each category actually is.
Lush, Edge, Max, Nora, Ferri, and Hush — the app-controlled lineup, explained.
Kite, Yami, Mash, Boom, BoomPro, and Lube — built specifically for long-distance control.
Red Dot Award-winning design across vibrators, kegel trainers, anal, and video-sync male toys.
Yes, the condom brand makes vibrators — Vibes, Wave, and Shiver, compared.
One standout, two with real 1-star averages — a genuinely mixed lineup, reviewed honestly.
Real considerations for different bodies, plus the logistics nobody markets loudly.
Real product considerations for lesbian, gay, and trans/nonbinary readers.
Packaging, billing descriptors, and what to expect at delivery.
Silicone, ABS, and glass — what degrades each, and how to store them safely.
What each type is actually good for, and what it can ruin if you get it wrong.
A basic water-based lubricant that does the one job well. Clove uses this one.
The branded version of the wedge and ramp shapes we cover generically. Clove owns this.