In my role as a commerce editor, I’ve written about the best sex toys for women for over four years. I’ve spoken with dozens of certified sex experts, tried many myself, and waded through studies and reviews. The questions I get asked the most by people are “How does toy work?” (I know, some of them look pretty futuristic), and “Which one should I buy first?” If you’re wondering the same, I’ll share what I always tell my friends: Figure out how you want to use the toy (alone, with other people, or both), and what sensations give you the most pleasure.

Then, you can narrow it down. For instance, if you know you like clitoral stimulation and the sensation of oral sex, the powerful and the cheaper are two of the . Need a ? Try the , or the remote-controllable .

Want to try pegging? Add a , like and a to your cart. Beginners to can opt for the easy-to-use, wallet-friendly or (both faves of mine). Here's a quick breakdown of what each major sex toy type is best for, in case your head's spinning.

Ahead, the best options for folks with vulvas, according to reviewers (like me) and sex educators. All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Lelo Amazon The extended mouth of this slips around the clit and pulses airwaves against it—without actually touching it. The luxury toy tops our experts' lists again and again because of how its sensations manage to smoothly build from gentle to powerful. It's .