14 Best Wand Vibrators, According to Sex Experts in 2023
There are so many sex toys to choose from, all made for different kinds of pleasure. If you’re looking for something with a lot of power, a wand vibrator is our top pick for you. We spoke with a variety of sex experts and educators to learn more about what makes wand vibes so great and which ones you should consider.
What are wand vibrators?
Wands are usually characterized by big, tennis-ball-shaped heads and intense motors. They use pressure and vibration to provide external stimulation, and their size and shape deliver power that comes through in deep, rumbly vibrations, which can be downright mind-blowing for clitoral stimulation in particular. If focusing on your clitoris is one of the ways you like to orgasm, wand vibes are some of the best sex toys you can try. (If you’re looking for G-spot stimulation, you might find that with rabbit vibrators and dildos, among other toys.)
Because of their wide heads, which cover a lot of surface area, wand vibrators are easy to use during masturbation or with a partner. They can be used all over the body, including on the nipples, penises, butts, and beyond.
What should you look for in a wand vibrator?
Some wands are smaller and more discreet, while others are veritable powerhouses. Many come with a variety of speeds and settings. These days most options are wireless, but some wands have cords, meaning you never have to charge them (or replace batteries). The head of the wand vibrator should be made out of a nonporous material, like smooth silicone, that’s soft and easy to clean. If you want to take your wand into the tub or shower, make sure to buy one that’s waterproof. (Many wands are not, since the motors are typically made with plastic.) Lastly, be sure to pair any silicone vibe with water-based lube. This type of lube won’t break down the toy’s material, which a silicone lube (including the lube on some pre-lubricated condoms) can do.
The best wand vibrators to buy right now
We asked sex experts, reviewers, and editors to share their picks for the best wand vibrators—all of which we’ve rounded up in this story. Here’s a quick summary of their favorites before you dive in:
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Magic Wand Rechargeable
The Magic Wand vibrator is “iconic for a reason,” says Lisa Finn, a brand manager at Babeland. That reason is power. The toy has strong vibrations, and this updated version comes with improvements over the original model from the 1970s, including a redesigned head that Finn calls “the Goldilocks of wand heads”—not too round, not too flat. The rechargeable massager is cordless, so you won’t be bound to an outlet, as you would with the original.
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Le Wand Rechargeable Vibrating Massager
Another expert favorite is Le Wand’s rechargeable vibrator. It has many of the same qualities that make the original Magic Wand so famous—like a vigorous motor and well-designed silicone head—but with a sleeker body. “It feels like a little bit of luxury,” Shadeen Francis, LMFT, an AASECT-certified sex therapist, tells SELF. It also packs a lot of pleasure in a much smaller package than the Magic Wand, making it lighter and easier to hold, Francis says.
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Maude Vibe
A bit like a cross between a wand and a finger vibrator, this toy from sexual wellness company Maude earned top marks from SELF commerce editor Malia Griggs for its minimalist design (with just three intensities that span from gentle to “eye-poppingly powerful”), cheaper price, and a body that’s small and subtle enough to tuck into a purse.
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Dame Com
Dame’s Com wand vibrator has a more flexible neck than a standard wand vibe that curves to help you hit the right spots. With five intensities and five vibration patterns, SELF’s commerce writer, Sarah Madaus, wrote that that the Com vibrator got her off “in mere minutes.” For those with roommates or paper-thin walls, it's also whisper-quiet.
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Le Wand Petite Rechargeable Massager
Fittingly called the Le Wand Petite, this smaller version of the above massager is easy to pack in a travel bag if you want to take it on the road. The best part? “It doesn’t compromise much at all in terms of power,” Finn, the Babeland brand manager, says. It has six patterns, 10 vibration levels, and you can swap out the head for (separately purchasable) attachments that target the G-spot or P-spot and add texture.
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Fun Factory Manta Vibrator
Manta might not look like your typical wand toy, but Francis says she likes to think of it as what a wand might look like if it were designed for a penis. Instead of a solid, round head, the rechargeable Manta has U-shaped silicone wings that can “grip a penis in a vibrating hug,” according to Francis. She recommends holding it in place for a rhythmic throb, using it as a stroker for ribbed pleasure, or exploring the six different pulse modes and six intensities.
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Lelo Smart Wand 2
If you have a bigger budget, you might want to pick up the Lelo Smart Wand, a recommendation from sex therapist Madeline Cooper, LCSW. In general, Lelo’s toys tend to be high-quality, Cooper says, and its wand is no exception. Its soft silicone body is made to feel velvety smooth and even a little warm to the touch. Thanks to its sturdy, curved handle, you can keep a looser, more comfortable grip on the wand, Cooper says. The waterproof Lelo Smart Wand comes in both large (pictured here) and medium sizes.
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Palm Power Pocket Massager
If it’s a mini toy you’re looking for, one of the best vibrators for the job is the Palm Power Pocket, the smallest (and cheapest) wand on this list. At just 3.5 inches long, it literally fits in your palm. “Wands can feel intimidating to someone who has never used a sex toy before, so I recommend this as something that is a bit more approachable and discreet for beginners,” Cooper says.
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Good Vibrations Echo Rechargeable Silicone Vibrator
This cute pocket-sized wand is USB-rechargeable with a battery life of up to 80 minutes. It has three vibration speeds, seven patterns to toggle between, and a memory chip that remembers your favorite speed/pattern combo every time you turn the toy on. What Carol Queen, PhD, and staff expert at Good Vibrations, especially likes about the Echo is its three different textures: rippled on one side, ridged at the top, and flat and smooth on the other side.
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CalExotics Naughty Bits WILF Wand
CalExotics knew exactly what it was doing when it named its wand WILF (Wand I’d Like to Fuck), with a splashy design that Dr. Queen calls “beautiful and fancy.” The toy’s entire body is covered in silky soft silicone, and you can play with its 10 vibration patterns and intensity levels. It’s also waterproof, should you be in the mood to get wet.
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Lovehoney Deluxe Rechargeable Mini Massage Wand
The Deluxe Rechargeable Mini is similar to Lovehoney’s larger wand, only a lot smaller. At 7.5 inches long, “it’s small but mighty,” Megan Fleming, PhD, a psychologist and AASECT-certified sex therapist, tells SELF. What’s nice about this mini wand is that its wide, domed head covers more surface area with vibrations, according to Dr. Fleming. The Mini has seven vibration patterns and 10 intensity levels, and Dr. Fleming suggests using it on sensitive areas, like the nipples.
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CalExotics Hype Flexi-Wand
Although not a traditional wand vibrator, the CalExotics Flexi-Wand holds a spot among experts’ favorites. “Unlike most other vibrators, this toy has a flexible head that bends, which allows you to customize it to fit your needs and wants,” Finn previously told SELF. The Flexi-Wand doesn’t have a bulbous tip like other wands, but its slim body means you can use it both internally and externally for clitoral stimulation and more (though not for anal penetration, as it lacks a flared base).
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Vush The Majesty 2 Rechargeable Mini Wand Vibrator
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