Worlds greatest vibrator

You heard it here first, folks: Masturbating is pretty much essential to your mental and physical health—I'm talking pain relief and better sleep here. And when you bring a vibrator into the mix, you're signing up for all those good-for-you benefits and toe-curling orgasms on demand. That said, with all the options out there, shopping for the vibrator that'll turn you on every time you switch it on isn't all that simple. In fact, considering all the bells and whistles and hefty price tags some of the latest vibes are boasting, it can be pretty freaking hard. Do you like penetration?

Currently riding solo? Well, your hands work , but take it from the experts —or some seriously excited reviewers: A vibrator works even better. Consider yourself a pro? We also found the most powerful toys to fit nicely into your pleasure chest of vibrators, rabbits, and rings.

Every product is independently selected by obsessive editors. The search for the right vibrator can be daunting and expensive. Among the thousands available to choose from, there are subcategories, including very large and very small vibrators with multiple vibration patterns, those that attach to the tip of your finger, others that simulate tongues, even more that approximate penises, wearable vibrators with remote controls, and a growing category of vibrators that use suction to specifically stimulate the clitoris. We talked to 29 sex experts, sex educators, sexologists, shop owners, and professional reviewers about the 38 best vibrators. Originally marketed as a muscle massager, the Magic Wand formerly the Hitachi Magic Wand was released in and quickly took off as a vibrator.

Sex tech has come a long way in the past 10 years, not only in terms of cultural acceptance and awareness but also technology. Gone are the days of clunky, pink plastic rabbit vibrators that feel like knock-off action figures. They feature ultra-premium, surgical-grade silicone, robust Bluetooth connectivity, programmable vibration patterns, and multiple motors all designed to help you have a good time. If you buy something using links in our stories, we may earn a commission. This helps support our journalism.