Our ultimate beginner's guide to buying a vibrator

Score: 89/100

This winning Womanizer toy is designed to mimic the sensations of oral sex, with gentle waves and pulsations taking orgasms to a new level. Our testers loved the ‘autopilot’ feature, which automatically controls the suction speed and depth in a way that mimics oral sex from a partner. “It gave me the most intense orgasms I've ever experienced,” said one satisfied tester.

Score: 88/100

This sleek, stylish vibrator received a clean sweep of top reviews. Not only were panellists able to climax faster than with other toys, the massage wand also increased the intensity of their orgasms. Testers said the silicone head felt beautifully soft on their skin and the rechargeable battery lasted for an impressive three hours — so your alone time won’t be cut short. It’s on the larger side, but we would recommend making space for this one.

Score: 88/100

Thanks to its warming effect, this slick toy left our panel feeling hot and steamy, in the best way. Able to heat up and cool down, it's perfect for those who enjoy temperature play. The navy and silver design was described as “elegant” by our panel, and the smooth material felt lovely to hold and use. The unique sloping side scored extra points for its ability to target the G-spot, while the bunny ears were positioned in just the right spot to stimulate the clitoris.

Score: 87/100

Not only is this petite and packed with vibration patterns to play with, it’s also amazing value for money. Our panel found it easy to grip thanks to its small size, and said the tapered shape was able to provide precise stimulation that helped them achieve more intense orgasms than other toys they'd used. If value for money is priority, you've met your perfect match.

Score: 86/100

The We-Vibe Tango X Lipstick really is the Rolls-Royce of the bullet vibrator world and according to our panel, it's worth the premium price tag. The discreet, lipstick-like appearance is handy for travel and it was whisper-quiet in use. With eight speeds and seven vibration patterns, panellists found they had complete control over their experience, and flicking between settings was a breeze thanks to the easy to access buttons on the base.

Score: 86/100

Our testers couldn’t believe how powerful this palm-sized vibrator was, even on the lower speed settings. The vibrations were a bit too intense for some, but if you’re in the market for a small but mighty bullet vibrator, this is a hot contender. “I orgasmed in no time at all,” said one tester. Made from soft silicone with a squidgy gel tip, all testers said it was comfortable and easy to use and were impressed with the wide range of settings to explore.

Score: 85/100

This dual-stimulation suction toy boasts the brand's best-selling rose suction toy head, but with an exciting addition – a shaft you can flip round and insert for G-spot stimulation. It scored well for its design, which testers described as “discreet” and “aesthetically pleasing”. They also raved about its simple-to-use controls, which delivered quiet waves of pleasure and resulted in an “intense orgasm” for one happy tester.

Score: 84/100

This two-in-one vibrator has a massager for clitoral stimulation on one end and a G-spot stimulator with a tapered tip on the other. It features two separate motors, each with 10 unique vibration modes, and it helped all testers achieve a more intense orgasm, 90% quicker. The only downside is that you can’t use it in the tub or shower.

Score: 83/100

The We-Vibe Rave can be controlled using buttons on the vibrator itself, or you have the option of linking it to an app. This not only gives you (or your partner) the option to control it remotely, but also allows you to create your own vibration patterns. Testers loved the vibrator's clean design too, saying the curved shape was great for G-spot stimulation. It’s on the louder side, but it’s a lot of fun for couples.

Score: 88/100

This Lovehoney rabbit can be set to your desired temperature between 18-38 degrees, which our testers thought was a fun, unique feature. The sloped tip scored extra points with our panel as it’s perfect for stimulating the G-spot, and the bunny ears were ideally positioned to stimulate the clitoris. The super-soft silicone feels great against the skin, making it a pleasure to use and to hold.

Score: 84/100

The look, feel and sound of this dual vibrator was a big hit among our testers, who found it discreet, straightforward to use and aesthetically pleasing. Most importantly though, it provided a more intense orgasm for all testers, thanks to two interchangeable attachments: a massaging wand and a classic rabbit for G-spot stimulation for double the fun.

Score: 79/100

Unlike most rabbits, this one has two motors of equal power so you can simultaneously stimulate the clitoris and G-spot. The inner shaft and external arm offer different vibration modes and you can control them separately to create all manner of combinations. According to our panel, it’s extremely powerful, with many reporting “very intense orgasms” while using it. Still, the device is whisper-quiet and, best of all, the angle between the motors is adjustable to help you find the perfect fit, whatever your body shape.

Score: 88/100

According to our panel, Le Wand was "a lot of fun" during partnered play. The versatile toy can be used for sensual massages, foreplay and during sex. Our panellists were blown away by the number of speed settings and distinctive vibration patterns there were to experiment with, allowing them to achieve orgasms that were both fast and intense.

Score: 86/100

This aesthetically pleasing two-in-one toy, which features a vibrating dildo and an external stimulator, was a big hit with testers. They said it was extremely straightforward to use and would make a great starter toy for couples who are new to sex toys. There are no less than 20 functions to explore, with something for all preferences, and the device can be used in the shower or bath.

Score: 86/100

Our panel loved the remote control that comes with this vibrating egg, giving your partner the chance to join in on the fun and adjust the settings. It even comes with an intelligent mode that imitates sex from foreplay to orgasm, so you don't have to worry about changing the settings at all. Overall, it was a strong performer, with the majority of our the testers achieving a more intense orgasm.

Score: 89/100

Our best suction toy and our highest scoring vibrator overall, the Next uses innovative 3D pleasure air technology to produce slow, pulsating sensations our testers loved. “I had sensations I've never experienced before, it’s amazing!" one told us. It has 14 speed and intensity settings, a ‘climax control’ function and, best of all, an ‘autopilot’ option, which automatically controls the suction speed and depth to mimic oral sex from a partner.

Score: 86/100

This "beautiful looking product" provides double the pleasure with a suction head to mimic oral sex and an insertable love egg to target the G-spot. Testers loved the feel of the soft silicone against their skin and said it was a cinch to use thanks to easy-to-follow instructions. The are plenty of settings to choose from, including nine vibrating functions and 10 suction settings, so rest assured you won't get bored.

Score: 85/100

This attractive dual-ended rose toy is designed for blended orgasms. It uses gentle air pulses and suction to stimulate the clitoris and there’s a 4.5-inch handle to target the G-spot, too. It went down a treat with our panel, who praised the gorgeous design and ultra-soft silicone material. “It’s one of the best toys I’ve ever had,” said one. Everyone enjoyed playing around with the settings and they agreed it was exceptionally quiet, too.