17 Best Clitoral Vibrators, According to Sex Experts
If you’re interested in orgasming (and who isn’t, really?), a clitoral vibrator can be a great place to start. For lots of people, clitoral stimulation feels amazing—and can be essential to orgasming (or to intensifying orgasm). So if you have a clit and you’re choosing sex toys, it might make sense to start with something that stimulates that part of your body because “it’s one of your best routes to orgasm and pleasure,” Heather Shannon, LCPC, a certified sex therapist and host of the podcast Ask a Sex Therapist, tells SELF.
From wand massagers to suction toys, there are a ton of great external sex toys that are explicitly designed to prioritize the clitoris. Let’s dive into why these vibes are worth your time, as well as expert-recommended favorites and bestsellers.
What should you look for in a clitoral vibrator?
Figure out how you wish to use the vibrator (alone, for foreplay, or to finish) and what sensation you want. “Do you want a toy that really targets just the head of the clitoris—or the whole vulva?” Shannon asks. Direct pressure can feel great to some (which can be achieved with bullet vibrators and toys with pointed tips), while others may prefer a more diffuse vibration that spreads across the vulva (offered by most palm vibrators and clit suction toys with deep mouths that mimic the feeling of oral sex).
If you’re not sure what you like, Good Vibrations staff sex expert and sex educator Carol Queen, PhD, advises taking a look at vibrators that let you explore sensations. There are vibrators with several intensity levels or built with both a focused tip and a body that’s wide enough to cover more of the vulva.
Remember, always opt for toys made of sanitize-able, non-porous materials such as medical-grade silicone, hypoallergenic metals like stainless steel, and borosilicate glass.
The best clitoral vibrators right now
Whether you’re a beginner to masturbation or looking to introduce more clit stimulation into your partner play, there are lots of styles to choose from. To help you find the best clitoral vibrator for you, below we compiled into categories the top picks from sex experts, educators, and reviewers. Here’s a list of highlights to get your search started:
PS: If it's vaginal penetration you’re after, check out G-spot vibrators or rabbit vibrators for dual stimulation.
All products featured on SELF are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission.
- Amazon1
Best Suction Vibrator Overall: Lelo Sona 2 Cruise
Malika O’Neill, LPC, MEd, MS, founder of The Pleasure Collective LLC, previously recommended this waterproof Lelo air-pulse vibe because its slim, long mouth fits around the head of the clit and delivers 12 different targeted pulsations (from soft to intense rumbles).
- Satisfyer2
Best Suction Vibrator for Beginners: Satisfyer Pro 2
Another well-known and beloved name in clit-sucking toys, Satisfyer has a few different models to choose from. Indigo Stray Conger, LMFT, a certified sex therapist, previously told SELF that this one in particular is an affordable, high-quality toy for clitoral suction, making it a great option for beginners.
- Lelo3
Most Gentle Suction Vibrator: Lelo Sila Cruise
Not only is the Lelo Sila Cruise smaller in overall size than the Sona Cruise, but its mouth is wider and covers more of the clit (not just the head). This can lead to a more resonant, gradually building orgasm—a real benefit, according to one reviewer. “I told my husband that the orgasm the Sila Cruise gave me felt like a dying star collapsing in on itself—in a good way,” they wrote.
- Womanizer4
Best Suction Vibrator for Intensity Levels: Womanizer Premium 2
Marla Renee Stewart, MA, a certified sex educator and founder of Velvet Lips, praises the waterproof Womanizer Premium for how quiet it is and for its touch sensitivity. Unlike most toys, the vibrator only runs when it senses it’s near skin, which helps conserve its battery while reducing the constant buzzing. Plus, the Premium has an Autopilot mode that shifts at random between 14 intensity levels, from feathery to fast-pulsing.
- Lovehoney5
Best Wand Vibrator Overall: Hitachi Rechargeable Magic Wand Original
Wands are versatile choices for clitoral stimulation because of their long handles and large heads, meaning you can comfortably use them in a variety of positions and enjoy plenty of coverage. Originally designed for body massage, the Hitachi Magic Wand is now also a best-selling clitoral massager owing to its impressive vibrations and rechargeable, cordless body. Shannon calls the sensation “wildly intense” and recommends using the vibrator through fabric (on top of your underwear, pants, or even a blanket) to diffuse the sensation.
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Best Wand Vibrator for Beginners: Maude Vibe
Our commerce editor, Malia Griggs, adores her vibe from sexual wellness company Maude, which she says blends an egg, finger, and wand vibrator in one. Its three intensities makes it a straightforward choice for beginners, but don’t be fooled by its simplicity of choice. “The lowest vibration is a warm, rumbly sensation; the middle ramps up in fluttering; the highest intensity is eye-poppingly strong yet simultaneously gentle,” she previously wrote.
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Most Flexible Palm Vibrator: Dame Pom
Danielle Bezalel, MPH, host of Sex Ed With DB, recommends the Pom for when “you love to keep it quiet under the sheets and want some flexibility in your toys.” The vibrator fits in the palm of your hand, making it easy to maneuver and store.
Editor’s note: This vibrator is available for preorder starting June 1.
- Amazon8
Best Palm Vibrator for Diffuse Stimulation: Je Joue Mimi
Emily Morse, PhD, and host of Sex with Emily, likes the Je Joue Mimi “if you prefer a deep, rumbly vibration, rather than a buzzy one.” Because of its flatter, soaplike shape, the vibes can make their way throughout your nerve endings, unlike more pinpointed toys.
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- We-Vibe9
Most Discreet Vibrator: We-Vibe Tango
If you’re looking for something small and simple, thumb-sized bullet vibrators like this one could be for you. “The Tango X offers vibrations that penetrate through the skin to stimulate the entire clitoris,” sex educator Javay Frye-Nekrasova, MEd, previously told SELF. The angled tip is good for targeted clitoral action, and the toy’s eight speeds and seven vibration patterns only add to the fun.
- We-Vibe12
Best Couples Vibrator Overall: We-Vibe Chorus
Whether solo or with someone, this remote-controlled toy provides a one-two punch of clitoral and G-spot stimulation. The Chorus slides inside the vagina, leaving enough space for a penis or strap-on. “In the years I’ve been at Babeland, I’ve seen a lot of iterations of We-Vibe’s signature C-shaped wearable vibrator,” Lisa Finn, sex educator and brand manager at Babeland, previously told SELF, “but this one definitely is their best, with an even more adjustable design to contour more specifically to the wearer, an even smoother motor, and a remote that has a squeeze function, meaning the harder you grip the base of the remote, the more intense the vibration.” The Chorus is app-controlled, meaning your partner can control it via their phone.
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Best Hands-Free Couples Vibrator: Dame Eva II
Megan Fleming, PhD, MA, recommends the Eva for couples and for solo play because its wings fit comfortably under the labia, leaving your hands free to roam across your or your partner’s body—while still receiving clit-focused vibrations.
- We-Vibe14
Best Wearable Couples Vibrator: We-Vibe Moxie+
Here’s a panty vibrator that clips into your underwear with a magnet, so you can discreetly wear it in public without anyone knowing. “It’s waterproof, has multiple patterns, and is remote- or app-controllable,” Dr. Queen previously told SELF. Jenn Mason, certified sex educator and founder and owner of the sex shop WinkWink, tells SELF that it’s excellent for getting “a little bit aroused even pre-foreplay” and suggests wearing it for clitoral vibrations while going down on a partner (or making out).
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- Amazon15
Most Tongue-Like Oral Sex Simulator: Lelo Ora 3
The cute donut-shaped Ora 3 boasts a “tongue” that both vibrates and rotates, with 12 pleasure settings to mimic the feeling of oral sex. It’s super quiet, waterproof, and has an ergonomic loop in its soft silicone body that makes it easier to hold. “The circular mode is heavenly for playing alone, and I can turn on vibrations when I want to, uh, move things along,” one Lelo reviewer writes. “My favorite way to use it is to put it between my legs with a pillow between my knees and let it just circle my clit.”
- Lovehoney16
Most Versatile Oral Sex Simulator: Fun Factory Volta
The Volta’s head is split into two flexible, vibrating silicone tips, which can be used to create a fluttery sensation over the clit, to hug it from both sides, against the vaginal opening, and around the labia. Beyond the clit, it can feel good across the nipples or even as a penis stroker. The toy is fully waterproof, has six vibrations and patterns, and a loop handle for grip.
- Zumio17
Best Pinpoint Vibrator for Targeted Intensity: Zumio X Clitoral Stimulator
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