Features to consider when choosing a small dildo
When choosing a new small dildo, there are a few features that you may want to check out to ensure you’re getting the most comfortable piece for your body and sexual preferences.
Insertable length
The insertable length on any dildo refers to how much of it will actually enter you when inserted. The smallest dildo in our reviews is the Blush Super-Flexible Realistic Packing Dildo, which has an insertable length of 4 inches. The longest insertable length is the Amor Dildo at 5.3 inches. The length you choose should be comfortable, so it may be a good idea to start smaller and work your way up to a longer model to be sure you can handle it. You should also consider how you’re using it since a short model may be better for anal play than vaginal use.
Overall length
The overall length of the dildo tells you how long it is from the end of the base to the tip of the head. When you subtract the insertable length from the overall length, the remainder tells you how long the base is. The bigger the base, the more room you have to grip it when using it as a handheld toy. The overall size also helps you determine how portable and storable this toy is. Bigger toys are harder to hide, so keep this in mind when picking your new dildo.
Circumference
The circumference tells you how big the shaft is at its largest point, usually close to the base. The bigger it is, the fuller you’ll feel when it’s inserted. Though a larger thickness may be great for some people, others may not be able to handle such girth, so will likely want a thinner model. Smaller circumferences are also better for anal play, so be sure to consider the dildo’s use before you buy one.
Materials used
There are a few different options when it comes to materials for dildos. These include silicone, rubber, plastic, glass, and metal. Some are hard and rigid, like the Lovehoney Tentacle Textured Sensual Glass Dildo, while others are soft and flexible.
You should also consider how you’ll react to these materials. The silicone, glass, and metal ones are hypoallergenic and usually quite easy to clean. The skin-safe rubber and plastic models are a bit harder to clean but cost less, so may be a better option for the budget-conscious.
If there’s a suction cup base
A suction cup base, like the one on the Avant P3 Pride Beauty Dildo, allows you to attach the dildo to almost any smooth, flat surface. This allows you to stick it to the wall of your bedroom or shower, a mirror, a window, or even a table. It will keep your hands free during use for other toys or just to hang on to something while you’re pleasuring yourself. The suction base also gives you a wider piece to grip when using it as a handheld toy.
If it’s harness compatible
Another great feature models like the Limba Flex Dildo has to offer is that they are harness compatible. This means that you can use these models with a harness, creating a strap-on unit that you can use to simulate intercourse with a partner, both vaginally and anally. This allows women to experience what it’s like to be a member of the opposite sex during intercourse, creating a new experience. They can also use this on male and female partners for some variety in their sexual sessions.
If it’s vibrating
There are two vibrating models in our reviews. The BASICS Beginners Realistic Dildo Vibrator has a twisting base that you use to turn it on and adjust the vibrations. Though this gives the dildo a cleaner look, it can be hard to grip when your hands are wet. The Double O Heaven Double Penetration Dildo is wired with a remote control that you can hold in your hand and a button to adjust the settings as you see fit. This is handy since you can alter the settings easily or hand it off to a partner to use on you.
