If you’re determined to use the Cherry in the bath

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We’ve evaluated battery life by cycling the devices on and off for 20 minutes until they died, assessed overheating by letting them run for extended periods, and tested the function of waterproof vibrators. If you find using sex toys during intercourse a little clunky or distracting, this is the vibrator for you. The arms of this little device are meant to tuck into your labia (you read that right), so that all you have to focus on is you and your partner. It can also be used alone but might benefit from some kind of pressure from a pillow or mattress. Despite being cute and compact, bullet vibrators are much-loved for the super-sized sensations they provide, as well as their stealth capabilities.

What’s more, you can use it vaginally, anally or to stimulate other areas like breasts. If you are ready to level up your anal play experience, the Unbound Shimmy is the way to go. At just over six inches long and one inch in diameter, the Shimmy is definitely a medium plug, but not so large that it’ll take forever to work up to its size. The handle attached to the plug’s wider end allows for easy insertion, whether you’re using it alone or with a partner.

Or, you can angle the arms to provide more pinpointed stimulation wherever you want it. One SELF editor called the compact Maude Vibe the “sex toy I didn’t know I needed.” Its slim, elongated body lets you use it like an extension of your finger, with a tapered tip that targets the clit. This simple, whisper-quiet vibe has three intensities that ramp up from fluttery to “eye-poppingly powerful,” she says. That original vibe had a long body that could enter the vagina, with rabbit “ears” that stimulated the clit. Some rabbit vibes today have preserved this signature style—because if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Others have replaced the “ears” with shorter arms that curve towards the clit or suction mechanisms.

It uses “WaveMotion technology” that allows the larger arm of the Ina Wave 2 to curl in the same way human fingers making a “come hither” gesture do. That finger-like motion stimulates the G-spot, while the external arm acts as a clitoral stimulator. “The Magic Wand is still our No. 1 seller. We carry other wands, but it’s still the best. It has a reputation like no other,” says Amrich. The $70 model has a classic design that provides powerful vibration and must be plugged in while in use, while the newer, rechargeable model is $150.

German brand Fun Factory makes some of the best-engineered vibes on the market, which is why this rabbit is so damn good. Its ultra-powerful dual motors serve up deep, thrumming vibration to both the G-spot and the clit (or to the prostate and perineum, if used anally). The flexibility of its external arm allows it to move with you when you thrust the toy—and thrusting is a breeze with this vibe, because of its looped handle.

The Cherry vibrator was absolutely my favorite item of the two I tried. It has the utility of a great sex toy wrapped in a fun, irreverent package. It’s an inconspicuous item, too—you could leave it out on your shelves or as part of your decor, and honestly no one would blink. A lot of rose-shaped clitoral stimulators are designed to sit comfortably in the hand, and taper, so that the part that you’re using for suction isn’t uncomfortable against you.

With the speed and vibration options across the two motors, SnailVibe has 600 possible combinations, according to its site. The Strawberry was unimpressive—the actual shape of it made it lackluster to use, and it’s not something I would purchase again, especially with the $79 price tag. Ultimately, I would say yes to the Cherry, and no to the Strawberry, if I was looking to snag something from Emojibator’s toy lineup. If you’re determined to use the Cherry in the bath, the rating and several user reviews on Emojibator’s site indicate that you should have a nice time—my testing was skewed due to my initial struggle to find the charging port. As the name implies viberator, Emojibators are vibrators that look just like Emojis. The product selection is quite small and the bestsellers frequently sell out, so if any grab your eye, grab them quickly.

But the Kiiroo’s claim to fame is the way it can integrate with VR porn. If you’ve already got a VR headset and want to really bring your fantasy to fruition, this could be a great investment. Mashable reporters stay up-to-date with the best sex toys, new and old alike, as part of our extensive sex and relationships coverage, which helps us provide you with finely curated lists of our top picks for vibrators. Read more from Mashable about the Maude Vibe in our guides to the best budget sex toys and the most popular vibrators. Vibrators come in all different shapes , sizes, and though they perform the same basic function, vary quite a bit in how they get you there. Finding the best vibrator for you can be a sometimes frustrating process, but is greatly helped by having an understanding of what you’re looking for in your sex toy.