Best Anal Toys: 5 Picks You'll Actually Want to Use

If you’re interested in anal play then you’ve probably heard about anal sex toys but aren’t quite exactly sure what they are or where to start. An anal toy can be described as any sex toy designed for safe play around and inside the anus, whether those toys are slim plugs, vibrating beads, prostate massagers or even thrusting machines. This category can sound intimidating especially for beginners, but like most sex toys, they’re mostly about matching a shape to the kind of experience you’d like to have.

Here’s the part that not many people talk about though: anal play isn’t reserved for any specific type of person as the anus is packed with nerve endings, so anyone can enjoy it, whatever their gender, sexual orientation or body type. “Men’s anal toy” and “women’s anal toy” are mostly shelf labels, what really matters is size, shape and how much movement you’re looking for.

To make your anal toy shopping decision easier, we narrowed our best picks to five toys, with each one winning in their respective category. Before we get started though, we think you should check out our anal toy size guide which matches our anal toy sizes against real-world objects.

Here's a quick version of our top picks:

There are a number of different categories of anal toys, with each one delivering a different sensation. Plugs give a steady feeling of fullness, beads add movement, prostate massagers target one very specific spot, and machines do all the hard work for you. Keep reading below to find out our favorite Lovense anal toy in each category.

If you’re new to anal play, or have never used an anal plug before, the Lush Anal is the gentlest way in. Its thoughtful design is the reason why it’s our pick for the best beginner's anal toy.

The head measures just 0.84 inches (21.55mm) across, about the width of a standard wine cork, so insertion is easy. The tip is designed to be flat with no pointed edges, which means you can sit or stand with it in, making public play easily accessible. A T-shaped flared base keeps it anchored outside your body, a must-have on any plug.

Then comes the fun part, this anal vibrator delivers up to 7,500 vibrations per minute, runs close to 4 hours on a single charge and hums at about 33 dB, quieter than a library. Its pink LED tail glows along with the vibration level, and you can switch the light off in the app when you’d prefer things to be more discreet.

More about using the Lovense Remote app to control your Lush Anal. In the app, you can sync your toy’s vibrations to music, let sound trigger them, or hand control to someone hundreds of miles away for a surprise they won't see coming.

Curious how it compares to its siblings? Our Lush Anal vs. Hush 2 vs. Ridge breakdown lays it out side by side.

The Edge 2 takes the title for best prostate massager. It's also the one to look at if you're comparing a prostate massager for men or for anyone else with a prostate. Boasting two motors which provide vibration to both the prostate and perineum, this prostate massager provides dual stimulation that most anal toys simply cannot.

With the prostate sitting roughly 2 to 3 inches inside the rectum, having a toy with a flexible neck (instead of a rigid one) is key in ensuring not only comfort, but providing targeted stimulation. That's where the Edge 2's real star feature comes in: the bendable neck.

Bodies differ and positions change, so the Edge 2 flexes to suit lying, sitting, kneeling or standing instead of making you adapt to it. It's wearable and fully hands-free, so you can settle back and let the build happen on its own.

It's discreet, too. Wearable and quiet, it blends into the background of your day until you decide otherwise, making it perfect for your first prostate toy.

Sharing the controls with someone else? Read how couples use remote-controlled anal toys for ideas.

If you’re looking for a vibrating butt plug that you can go up in size, then look no further than the Hush 2. It comes in four diameters, so you can start small and progress without changing shape, brand or app. Every size has a smooth neck, a flared base, a silicone body, IPX7 waterproofing and magnetic charging.

All four sizes are wearable, and each one is controlled through the Lovense Remote app, which includes seven preset patterns plus unlimited custom ones. Vibrations reach up to 7,500 per minute, so even the smallest size has plenty of rumble.

Progression is the whole point here. Spend a few relaxed sessions at one size, and move up only when it feels effortless. Our anal training guide for partners walks through pacing, and if two people want to share a lineup, check these butt plug picks for two.

We have to admit that there’s a problem with most anal beads on the market; they just sit there. Ridge doesn't. It vibrates and rotates, and you control each motion separately, with rotation reaching up to 116 rotations per minute. That's what makes it our favorite among anal beads.

The small beads slip in easily and get gradually larger as your confidence grows. A flared base keeps things safe, and a flexible joint bends to fit your position of choice. Our tip for a strong finish: pull the beads out just as you're about to climax.

For anyone with a prostate, the combo of vibration and rotation massages it gently. For anyone with a vagina, it indirectly stimulates the G-spot and A-spot.

Ridge also works well with distance in the mix. Hand your partner the rotation and vibration controls from anywhere, and you can focus entirely on moving the beads at your own pace.

Ready to switch things up and go completely automatic? The Lovense Mini Sex Machine is the best auto thrust anal machine on this list. It thrusts at up to 260 strokes per minute, with stroke length adjustable up to 3 inches (7.5 cm) and angle changes that need no tools.

A machine like this deserves extra care when it comes to anal play. Begin with the slowest speed and shortest stroke, use more water-based lube than you think you need, and keep that stop button handy.

It's compact at about 7 lb (3.2 kg), with non-slip rubber grips that hold steady at top speed and an emergency stop button within reach. It tops out around 60 dB. The Vac-U-Lock system lets you swap in any compatible attachment, and a 5.43" (138 mm) silicone dildo comes in the box.

No oiling is needed, thanks to its self-greasing system, and it ships with a one-year warranty.

Picking an anal sex toy gets easier once you know what each feature does. We’ve put together a quick list that you should go through before committing and adding anything to your cart.

We suggest that you think about the type of sensation you’d like to feel as well. Vibration is a deep rumble that suits plugs and prostate massagers. Rotation adds a swirling, shifting feeling that beads do best. Thrusting brings rhythm and a hands-off pace. Many people end up owning more than one type, and that's perfectly normal.

Then match the toy to your goal:

You should always set a few ground rules before the fun starts. Warm up first, use plenty of water-based lube, and let your body set the pace. Stop if you feel pain, as opposed to mild stretch or fullness. And never use a toy without a flared base.

Now that we’ve got that out of the way, here are some situations we think you can use our top anal toy picks.

Picture a quiet evening with nowhere to be. The lights are low, a warm bath is running, and your phone sits within reach. You coat yourself and the toy in lube, then take a slow breath.

With the Edge 2, you ease it in and bend the neck until the angle feels just right. Then you settle back and open the Lovense Remote app. Start with only the prostate motor humming, low and steady. When you're ready, bring in the perineum motor and notice how the two sensations blend with each other. Because your hands are free, everything goes into the slow build, the swell, the fade and the swell again.

Tonight, though, you want movement. With Ridge, you slide the beads in one at a time, pausing between each. Start with rotation alone, a lazy spiral that you feel more than hear. Then layer the vibration over it and let both climb. Hold the flared base, and pull the beads out slowly as you get close. Afterward, stay put for a minute. Drink some water, let your breathing settle and enjoy the quiet.

You're out for dinner, and the Hush 2 is already in. Someone you trust controls your toy using their phone hidden under the table. You keep a straight face while you order dessert. They notice the tiny shift in your posture and smile, then nudge the pattern up a notch.

By the time you get home, you're both a little breathless. The Hush 2 comes out, and Ridge takes its place. Your partner coats the beads and guides them in slowly while you tell them what feels good. They take the rotation control and you take the vibration, trading intensity back and forth until neither of you wants to stop talking.

This one needs a little setup, so make it part of the mood. Position the Mini Sex Machine on a stable surface and adjust the angle by hand, with no tools required. Set the stroke length to its shortest, put the speed on its lowest, and keep the emergency stop where either of you can reach it.

Lube everything generously and agree on a signal before you begin. One person settles in while the other holds the phone. Slow strokes first, building by small steps while you watch each other's faces. Sync it to a playlist if you like, so the thrusts follow the beat. Raise the speed only when both of you say yes, and keep talking the whole way.

When you're done, switch everything off and take a minute together. Check in, grab some water and decide what to keep, change or skip next time. Good anal play is built on that kind of honest follow-up.

Cleaning your sex toys after each use should ALWAYS be part of the routine instead of an afterthought. A few minutes after play keeps your toys hygienic and long-lasting.

The Lush Anal, Hush 2 and Ridge are all IPX7 waterproof, so a rinse under the tap is fine..

Here's what Lovense customers say about these toys, with ratings from each product page.

The best anal toy is the one that matches your curiosity, your comfort level and your pace. Start gentle with the Lush Anal, chase prostate pleasure with the Edge 2, climb through sizes with the Hush 2, add motion with Ridge, or let the Mini Sex Machine set the rhythm.

Whatever you pick, go slowly, use plenty of lube and keep a flared base between you and trouble. Everything else is just discovering what you like. Ready to explore? Browse the lineup and find the toy that makes you say, "Okay, I get it now."