Thrusting dildo – what is it?
A thrusting dildo is a penetrative sex toy which automates the act of penetration by itself. It offers you a hands-free sexual experience. This mode of operation makes it similar to when you’re being taken on by your partner or a sex-machine.
Thrusting dildos vs. regular
A thrusting dildo is different from a regular dildo for many reasons. First, it offers more back and forth motions and less work. You just have to concentrate on the erotic sensation it supplies. The thrusting dildo allows for hands-free action. It lets you do more with your free hands, i.e., to play more with other erogenous zones. Also, many thrusting dildos have their remote controls. With the toy doing the thrusting, and the free hands, you can increase the sensation by varying the speed and vibration modes. With rabbit-styled designs, some thrusting dildos offer double stimulations. So, it lets you have the best of the feeling out of your vagina or your ass.
Features to consider when choosing a thrusting dildo
Given the number of options, materials, types, shapes, and sizes available in the market, it can be overwhelming to choose a thrusting dildo. It’s worth asking yourself first what you’re looking for, in terms of stimulation and experience, and how you’re going to use it. With that idea clear, here are some of the most important features to watch out for in a thrusting dildo.
Type
What kind of thrusting dildos are there? If you walk into any sex store or search the web, you will find a lot of different dildos, by size, shape, and material. Although the best known are realists, we can find different types depending on what they are designed for.
- The realistic: These are the ones that realistically mimic a penis. In many cases, they are modeled from a real member, that of a porn actor, for example. They copy the glans, veins, and sometimes and the testicles. Some even come with a special liquid ejaculation system.
- For the stimulation of the G point: These are those specially designed to stimulate the female G point, the most sensitive part inside the vagina. Like the Fun Factory X Lovehoney Stronic Drei, they have a curved shape to reach the G point during insertion.
- Annal dildos: These are those intended for anal play. They have a stopper, a wider part at the end. This is to prevent them from being fully introduced inside and the unwanted accident of being retained inside the anus.
- For stimulation of the P point: These toys are those designed to stimulate the male P point, that is to say, to stimulate the prostate by anal penetration.
- Rabbit dildos: These are intended for double stimulation. It can be inserted in the anus and vagina of the same person.
Speeds and patterns
Thrusting dildos come with the ability to vary the speed modes and vibrating patterns. The more you have, the better the user experience they offer.
If it’s your first toy, a model with 2-5 speed modes is sufficient. However, if you’ve been on this road for quite a time, models with around 10 to 15 speed and patterns are there for your sexual exploration and satisfaction.
Material
The material is an essential criterion for the hygiene and durability of the product, and for the experience they can provide us on a sexual level. Cheaper materials degrade more with use and require more hygienic care. However, the thing is they are more flexible and feel more like a real penis.
Nowadays, dildos are made of all kinds of materials. They range from materials that could be described as classic: metal, glass, wood, ceramic, and stone, some of them made by hand. Among modern materials, the most widely used and which we can recommend is medical grade silicone. Also common are gelatin, latex, PVC, and plastics. Today, most manufacturers use safe, tested, phthalate-free materials. These phthalates, chemicals added to certain materials to make them more flexible, are considered potentially dangerous to health.
The following is a list of the most common materials used in making dildos and their characteristics:
- Jell-O: They are very flexible. They are soft to the touch but sometimes sticky. It is a very porous material that makes cleaning and hygiene difficult. They are the cheapest and degrade quickly with use. A water-based lubricant should be used.
- PVC: They are quite flexible but firm and soft to the touch. They are not odorless and are also porous, which makes it difficult to maintain perfect hygiene over time. They are durable but eventually degrade with use. Although they can be used with silicone-based lubricants, a water-based lubricant is recommended.
- TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) and TPR (thermoplastic rubber): They have a soft, supple but firm feel. They are not odorless and, although porous, they are much less so than the previous two. They are more hygienic and durable, but if not properly maintained, they also degrade. A water-based lubricant should be used.
- Silicone: Soft but firm, the touch is very soft. They are not porous, which facilitates hygiene and disinfection. They are odorless and hypoallergenic, provided the silicone is medical-grade. They last a long time in perfect condition despite their use. They are always used with a water-based lubricant. Silicone dildos offer a very good balance between durability, hygiene, and economy. They offer an experience very close to that of conventional sex with a male member. They are the most popular nowadays. When well-made, they can last a long time and provide great moments of pleasure.
- Glass: They are sturdy, often with stretch marks and ripples. They can be heated or cooled to boost temperature and exert firm, sultry pressure on intimate areas. They are odorless, non-porous, easy to clean, and disinfect. They are very durable but fragile. They can be used with all types of lubricants.
- Metal: These are usually stainless steel, with hard shapes and usually curved to stimulate different points with firm pressure. They can be heated and cooled to play with temperature sensations. They are odorless, non-porous, and very easy to clean and disinfect. They are very durable and have almost eternal life. They can be used with all types of lubricants.
- Ceramic: They are hard and often hollow on the inside, so they can be filled with cold or hot water to boost the temperature. They are odorless, non-porous, and easy to clean. They are durable but fragile. They can be used with all types of lubricants.
Note: More conventional materials, such as metal, hard plastic, glass, and ceramics, are very durable, although the latter two are more fragile. They are very hygienic and easy to maintain. You can have them with you for as long as you want – almost for life. The experience they offer is more intense, but that doesn’t mean it’s less enjoyable. Hard materials like these are more suitable for professionals. An example is the
Long John Realistic Thrusting Vibrator.
Shape and texture
We can also find a wide variety of shapes and textures on the market. The shape, the curvature of some dildos, are designed to reach specific sexual points, the G point in women, and the P point in men. For anal pleasure, those with a wavy texture, with bumps, are ideal.
The ridged textures along the body of the dildo will help stimulate more erogenous zones, like nerve endings in the vulva. It will give you new sensations. It’s the same as with streaky condoms.
Of course, it’s a matter of taste and sexual experimentation.
Length, Insertable length and Circumference
Size is also important when choosing a penetrative sex toy like a thrusting dildo. On the market, there are small, medium, and large dildos. The size is not only important in length but also in thickness, diameter, or circumference. The ‘normal’ in thrusting dildos are those that are around 15 and 20 cm long and with a diameter of 3 to 5 cm.
The question of size is, of course, very personal. Only you can decide what is best for you in this area. If you intend to use them for anal sex and don’t have a lot of experience with it, it’s always best to start with something small.
While they are usually long (around 10 to 14 inches), rabbit dildos are usually shorter in insertable length because of the intersecting shaft. The length isn’t often a problem since you can choose not to insert it all. So, the longer it is, the better in the long run as you’ll want longer toys as you use it every day. The circumference is the most important thing to watch out for. Although using lube can facilitate insertion and reduce pain. However, the sex toy can generate a lot of pain if it’s too wide, and you’re a fresher with sex toys. 1.5 to 2 inches is ideal for a starter. And if you’re a pro, you can choose a model with a circumference within the range of 4-6 inches, like the Fun Factory X Lovehoney Stronic Drei.
Waterproof
Although it’s a bit hard finding an electronic sex toy like thrusting dildos, which are waterproof, it doesn’t mean you can’t find one. Good examples are the Fun Factory X Lovehoney Stronic Drei. Waterproof dildos aren’t only easy to clean and submersible for water fun. They are non-porous, don’t retain particles, and will, therefore, be safer to use with no fear of bacteria or fungi infection.
Price
We know this criterion works for all products. But, in the case of a thrusting dildo or vibrator, you can still find very economical models like the Long John Realistic Thrusting Vibrator. This can be very interesting to try if it’s your first time. It’s basically about balancing the quality of the product with the budget you want to invest for your enjoyment.
If this is your first time buying one and you have never used a dildo before, the cheaper ones are a good option. Its durability will be lower, however. You can still find high-quality models that can also be used by starters.
Does using a thrusting dildo pose a health risk?
Sexual hygiene is paramount to avoid infections and STDs (sexually transmitted diseases). With dildos, the risk is very low. However, if they are not cleaned well before and after each use or if a condom is not used, there may be a risk of bacterial vaginosis, urinary tract infections, and chlamydia.
If you are using them for anal penetration, do not use them in the genital area without washing them well first. You can also use a condom and throw it away. Anal bacteria, if they come in contact with the genital area, can cause vaginosis and other urinary tract infections.
This applies to both solo employment and couple employment. If you share them, whether it’s your regular or temporary partner, keep in mind what we have already said while using them. If you are going to share them with a friend, it is important to wash them thoroughly and even disinfect them to avoid sexually transmitted diseases like human papillomavirus or herpes.
Finally, a dildo can be used without a problem during pregnancy. It is only in cases of high-risk pregnancy that its use is contraindicated, as is the use of other sex toys. The most advisable thing is to consult the gynecologist, who best will be able to advise you on its use during this period.
How to clean your thrusting dildo
A dildo is designed to penetrate and play in some of the most sensitive and intimate areas of the body, anus, and vagina. Therefore, hygiene is essential. You must wash them thoroughly, with water and neutral soap, before and after each use. This will prevent any risk of infection and allow your toy to last longer in perfect condition.
Non-porous materials like silicone, glass, metal, or ceramic can be easily washed and should be disinfected from time to time. This can be done with alcohol or by sterilizing them in boiling water for a few minutes. They can then be dried with a cloth or chamois leather. In the case of silicone, it is best to let them air dry.
Porous materials, such as gelatin, PVC, TPE / TPR, are also cleaned with soap and water. But they cannot be sterilized (they cannot withstand high temperatures) or disinfected with alcohol (they can react chemically). Although an antibacterial erotic toy cleaning liquid can be used, over time, microorganisms can remain in the pores.
So we have to let this kind of dildo dry in the air. Whether porous or not, it is advisable to store them separately in individual fabric bags and preferably in a cool place. Very high temperatures, in the case of porous temperatures, can cause their degradation.
