Morse goes as far as to call it “the ultimate couples toy,” and Vanessa Marin, a licensed psychotherapist and writer specializing in sex therapy, says it’s one of her favorites. Although there have been a few different versions of this wearable, C-shape vibe over the years, the company’s Sync is arguably the best. The original couples sex toy - according to Emily Morse, doctor of human sexuality and host of Sex With Emily on SiriusXM - is from We-Vibe (a Canadian company that celebrated its 14th anniversary last month). non-app compatibility: While you can get plenty of fun with a toy that’s not app-compatible, one with app-compatibility options for creativity and play in the bedroom is great for long-distance couples. Please note that a couple of toys on this list are made from thermoplastic elastomers (soft plastics that are often porous), so they should not be shared between partners and should be disposed of after the manufacturers’ set number of uses.Īpp compatibility vs. Body-safe materials - which include things like silicone, glass, metals like stainless steel, and ABS plastic - are nonporous, so they are less likely to harbor harmful bacteria or viruses and are, therefore, more hygienic.
Material: You want to make sure you’re investing in toys that are made of high-quality, body-safe materials. Type: Experts say you’ll want a different type of toy depending on the type of pleasure and play you seek, so we’ve noted the types - from vibrators to rings to strokers. To save you the trouble of trying out a bunch of duds, I asked eight experts to share their favorite couples sex toys - ones that are safe, easy to use, and, of course, lots of fun.īest overall | Best body vibrator | Best rabbit vibrator | Best wearable vibrator | Best bullet vibrator | Best hands-free vibrator | Best bendable vibrator | Best air-suction toy | Best ring | Best adjustable ring | Best stroker | Best open-design stroker | Best strap-on harness | Best dildo for strap-ons | Best accessory While almost any sex toy (from a high-design vibrator to a decidedly non-vibrating dildo) can become a couples sex toy, if you’re looking to try something totally new - or want some help mixing things up in the bedroom - there are plenty of clever, innovative sex toys designed specifically for couples. Photo-Illustration: The Strategist Photos: Retailers