Men may still feel like they’re behind the curve when it comes to using sex toys (I ran a quick Instagram poll this week and only 38% of dudes reported having tried them). But the taboo around male masturbation is starting to break down, as evidenced by the proliferation of sexy new toy releases. And while some of these devices are designed to be used alone, others are intended to elevate a partner’s pleasure during heterosexual activities as well.
Male sex toys tend to fall into two categories: those for the penis and those for anal stimulation. Some are even designed to help prevent premature ejaculation, which is one of the biggest concerns among first-time users. A little lube, and these toys can make for a satisfying way to increase pleasure or even induce orgasms.
Many of the newest toys for the penis and anal are also very beautiful, with sleek design that doesn’t try to replicate female genitalia. The new Ohnut toy is a great example, with rings that stretch over the penis and ball to escalate intensity and pleasure. Another example is the ice blue Fleshlight, which tightens and loosens to fit any size penis. And for anal stimulation, there are a number of new products as well, including the Anal Beads from Utimi. The lead beads vibrate, and there’s a massager that presses against the scrotum when you insert the beads.
In addition, there are some very cool masturbation sleeves that don’t look like anything other than a regular sleeve. The Tenga Flip Hole has a design that looks more like Apple packaging than a sexual play product, and the sleeve itself feels smooth and silky against the penis. Another option is the Lelo F1S, which is a high-tech masturbation machine that sends sonic waves through your penis, with multiple settings that can be accessed via an app to cater to your whims.
But there are also a number of sex toys for male masturbation that don’t involve any sort of electronic technology. A sleeve from Hot Octopuss has soft, flexible rings that are easy to stretch and can be added or removed depending on your size, while the aforementioned Ohnut is a soft silicone ring with a stretchy texture that provides a different sensation for penetration.
There are also some toys that focus on the prostate, a nerve-ending-packed pleasure center that is often neglected in orgasms. A straight dude’s best bet is the ice blue Fleshlight, and there are also now a number of more sophisticated toys designed for this sensitive area. Lelo’s new F1S console and the elongated anal toy from Ohnut are both excellent choices.
The renaissance of male sex toys is a welcome one, and it’s clear that more and more men are taking advantage of these fun and sensual tools. The benefits are numerous, both for solo masturbation and for elevating heterosexual sex. And as more and more people come on board, the toy industry will continue to innovate, proving that there are no limits for sexy fun.
