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Anal toys must be used with to protect delicate anal tissues, which are not self-lubricating. Avoid using silicone lubes with silicone toys.
Of all the toys we’ve tested, the is the easiest to clean, an important feature for an anal toy. Unlike some of the silicone toys we tested, the Pure Plug doesn’t smell funky after washing. The Pure Plug can also be used with , which are ideal for anal play because of their long-lasting viscous texture. Although the Pure Plug is one of the most expensive toys we tested, it’s also the most beloved for its ideal combination of heft and smoothness. And it’s nearly indestructible, all but guaranteeing that your investment will last.
You can find hundreds, if not thousands, of butt plugs and other anal toys, and the criteria for what makes a sex toy “good” can be highly subjective. Our picks stood out after we considered scores of models and tested more than two dozen of them.
Anal toys come in many different styles, including dildos, beads, plugs, and prostate stimulators. We decided to focus primarily on butt plugs, the most popular style of anal toy.
It comes in three sizes, each in a beautiful box. The smallest size has a bulb that is 1 inch in diameter at its widest point; the medium is 1.25 inches, and the large is 1.5 inches. Beginners should opt for the smallest size, while more experienced users are likely to prefer the medium or large. The large Pure Plug is not huge as far as anal toys go—all three models measure less than 3 inches in length, and the large Pure Plug’s 1.5-inch diameter is manageable even for many intermediate users—but the hard texture may make these toys feel larger than a softer toy of the same size. Nevertheless, if you are unsure about which size to purchase, for this toy we recommend sizing up.
