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Philistines may think that digging around for the best male masturbators is a waste of time given how many five-star reviews the humble hand has earned in the long history of jacking off. They’re wrong. High-tech innovations in pleasure are arriving faster than ever in the realm of sex toys for men. Better vibrations and new sensations in orgasm achievements are available, if only you’ll reach out and grab them. With all due respect to the hand, even your favorite meal gets boring—especially once you see what else is on the menu.

The Best Male Masturbators, at a Glance

Can't wait to give your hand a break? Check out our top picks for the best male masturbators right here.

The Best Fleshlight: Fleshlight Pink Lady Destroya, $70The Best Cheap Masturbator: Tenga Egg Wavy II, $10The Best Vibrating Masturbator: Hot Octopuss Pulse Solo Essential, $99The Best Masturbator to Use With a Partner: Fleshlight Quickshot Vantage, $38The Best Self-Stroking Masturbator: The Handy, $209

That menu reads like a Greek diner’s when you see how varied the best male sex toys are these days. You’ve got strokers (your Fleshlights and the like), but also cock rings, frenulum massagers, and blowjob simulators, to name just a few. Some will even do all the work for you, hands-free. Though if you think the best male masturbators are just a lazy man’s shortcut to orgasm, you’re missing the point. They’re here to make you feel things you’ve never felt before, and can even be used in tandem with a partner to amp up a blow job or foreplay.

Before we take a walk down the sex toy aisle, it’s worth pointing out that these toys can be used by anyone with a penis. Some require erections and some don’t, and some will work better for certain sizes of penises than others. Below, we cherrypicked a short list of the best masturbator toys out there (some that I've tested with my partner, others recommended by sex experts, and even more that came highly reviewed and recommended by shoppers).

The Best Vibrating Masturbator: Hot Octopuss Pulse Solo Essential

Hot Octopuss

Pulse Solo Essential$91

Babeland

According to Hot Octopuss, this toy has sold over two million units, and once you've felt the vibrations yourself, you'll understand why. They're super rumbly, meaning they're low-pitched and go beyond surface-level for a fuller, more satisfying sensation. We also like that it's compact and comes with its own travel pouch so you can bring the fun on the road with you. The Pulse Solo Essential is the most pared-down model the brand makes, but if you want a version with a few more cool features (like a remote control) check out the Pulse Duo Lux instead.

What shoppers are saying: “This is the first toy I've come across that feels respectful and sensual in its design. It feels good to the touch, and stimulates incredibly. It's changed my relationship to self stimulation. Feels amazing. Guys, if you're curious, this is the toy to get.” —a Babeland reviewer

The Best Masturbator to Use With a Partner: Fleshlight Quickshot Vantage

Fleshlight

Quickshot Vantage$38

Lovers

Fleshlight's Quickshot line of strokers are all smaller than usual, making them relatively discreet (though possibly tight for anyone over five-ish inches of girth). But this four-inch-long stroker has another special feature: it's open-ended on both sides, which means a partner could potentially give you oral sex while using it on the base of your penis, making for an ultra-intense combination of sensations. Cleanup is easy, too, since all it needs is a little sudsing up with warm water and soap.

What shoppers are saying: “I thoroughly enjoy using my Quickshot Vantage Fleshlight. I especially like that it's open on both ends and that it's the right length to allow my penis to emerge out the other end. That also allows for easier clean up. As always, use a generous amount of lube to get the most enjoyment from it.” —a Lovers reviewer

The Best Masturbator for Travel: Tenga Egg Wavy II

Tenga

Egg Wavy II$10

Lovehoney

$6

Amazon

This disposable, one-use-only stroker is a great entry-level toy because of its affordability. Using the Egg is pretty straight forward: Just stretch the sleeve over the head and extend it down towards the shaft. If you flip your Tenga Egg inside out and give it a thorough wash with soap and water after each use, letting it dry fully before storing, you might be able to get up to four to five uses out of it, definitely enough to figure out whether you want to upgrade to a longer-lasting product.

What shoppers are saying: “Love these eggs especially for travel! Discreet and small enough to not draw attention. They are perfect for using while out of the house, like at a hotel. Myself and my partner love these as we can relax and pleasure ourselves and each other with these eggs and get each other to the perfect point of no return whilst enjoying the intimacy of a sex toy.” —a Lovehoney reviewer

The Best Budget Masturbator: Tenga Flex

Tenga

Flex$35 $32

Amazon

This aesthetically pleasing stroker comes recommended by Danielle Bezalel, a sex educator and the creator/host of the Sex Ed With DB podcast. “The Flex's spiral-ribbed casing has created spinning stimulation,” she explains. “Cover the air hole at the top of the item during use, and the Flex will wind and unwind, creating a spiraling movement!” It's nice to be able to use your typical up-and-down stroking motion and get completely different sensations out of it, as the toy's internal texture rotates around your dick. This toy also comes with its own drying stand for after cleanup.

What shoppers are saying: “I cannot put into words how highly I recommend this. The pros heavily out weigh the miniscule cons. For one, it had incredible suction power. Secondly, the entrance was wonderfully forgiving. Once you push in for the first time any difficulty goes away. Thirdly, the latex was silky smooth with no hitches or flaws.” —an Amazon reviewer

The Best Fleshlight Toy: Fleshlight Pink Lady

Fleshlight

Vulva$100

Babeland

Fleshlight is still the biggest name in the world of penis toys, in part because the brand's soft and squishy SuperSkin material feels so damn realistic, offering some of the most lifelike simulated sex ever. This masturbation sleeve contains a variety of different textures to stimulate different parts of your dick. (And if you want to dive deeper into the Fleshlight space, we have our favorite models from the brand over here, as well as some more below.)

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What shoppers are saying: “I've used the Fleshlight a few times, both by myself and with my partner. It feels great, remarkably close to the real thing. It's fun and it adds novelty to masturbation. The first time I tried it I half-expected to see my partner in bed with me as it felt so close to the real thing.” —a Babeland reviewer

The Best Open-Design Masturbator: Fun Factory Manta

Fun Factory

Manta$145

Good Vibes

Over the years, Fun Factory's Manta has topped numerous best-of lists from the best toys for oral sex and the best toys for couples. “[It's] designed to be great for solo play and partnered sex,” Rebecca Alvarez Story, founder of wellness brand Bloomi, previously told us. The toy hugs the shaft and vibrates, and you can maximize its potential by having your partner pair it with a blowjob. The open design of this toy makes cleanup a whole lot easier and also allows you to combine the Manta's vibrations with blowjobs or handjobs for even more mind-blowing sensations.

What shoppers are saying: “This is my SO's favorite toy! He doesn't really like using toys together but it's his go-to if I am away. The vibrations are strong, it's easy to clean, and the shape is unique and great for stimulating different parts of the shaft and balls. The vibrations are really great and rumbly, and I have even stolen this to use a few times myself when my other toys weren't charged.” —a Good Vibes reviewer

The Best Self-Stroking Masturbator: The Handy

The Handy

The Handy$199

The Handy

This toy is basically a handjob machine: it controls an included stroker and allows you to adjust the tightness of its grip, as well as the speed and length of its strokes. Beginners will absolutely love this thing—the powerful motor can reach turbo speeds of up to 600 (!) strokes per minute, which is faster than you could ever manage, even after shotgunning a Red Bull.

What shoppers are saying: “Really cool device at an excellent price that still feels high-quality. The sync features, both Bluetooth and wireless, make it stand out. I still feel the good ol' classic hand is superior but Handy offers a nice decoupled experience. For the price I think it’s a must-have gadget.” —a Handy reviewer

The Best High-Tech Masturbator: Lelo F1S V2

Lelo

F1S V2$229 $160

LELO

Luxury sex toy brand Lelo specializes in high-end technological marvels that can get you off, and the F1S V2 is a prime example. It's a vibrating stroker equipped with a flexible internal sleeve, two motors to provide intense vibration, customizable programs, and a slew of sensors that (in combination with Lelo's app) can measure and record stats on your thrust speed and sexual stamina. The value of quantified thrusting is debatable, but the data’s kinda fun to see. You can manually use the stroker or let it do all the work, and my partner is absolutely chuffed about how great this thing feels.

What shoppers are saying: “This is an absolutely amazing device. The F1S V2 is literally the best sex toy I have ever purchased. Everything works as it should. The app gives you total control over the two motors and once you work out how to use it, one can receive the maximum pleasure to suit the moment. Connecting to iPad or iPhone is immediate.” —a Lelo reviewer

The Best Waterproof Masturbator: Cobra Libre II

Fun Factory

Cobra Libre II$130 $117

Lovehoney

Opinions differ across the internet about what this vibrating toy most resembles. A futuristic race car, maybe? Or a vacuum cleaner? But the Cobra Libre’s purpose is much less confusing: It directs powerful, satisfying vibrations onto the head of your penis—i.e. its most sensitive area. The result is a real “don’t knock it until you’ve tried it” orgasm-driving experience, according to users and reviewers. Of course, that means it’s not an insertable toy like the others here, and won’t touch anything south of the head. But that means you can potentially pair it with a toy like the open-ended Fleshlight Quickshot (or maybe an anal toy?) for potential ejaculation overload. It's even waterproof, so you can take it into the tub for some solo play.

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What shoppers are saying: “This is my second Cobra Libre. These little beasts are amazing and this newer model with buttons instead of the touch and heat sensor is such an improvement on the design. The CL is addictive and bliss-inducing. If you can get one, do so while you still can.” —a Lovehoney reviewer

The Best Interactive Masturbator: Kiiroo Onyx+

Kiiroo

Onyx+$219

SheVibe

This toy has a whopping 10 contraction rings inside it, for some serious stroking. The Onyx+ can be used for long-distance play, like the Lovense Max 2 above, by syncing up with another Kiiro sex toy (like the brand’s Pearl 2 vibrator) and replicating how your partner's using it. 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.

What shoppers are saying: “Wasn’t really into thrusting type toys more of a suction type of guy. Anyways this toy exceeded my expectations with a different mechanism that treats it like it’s thrusting but better.” —a SheVibe reviewer

The Best Luxury Masturbator: Tenga Flip Zero EV White Electronic Vibration

Tenga

Flip Zero EV White Electronic Vibration$207 $197

Amazon

It's doubtful that Apple will ever branch out into the sex toy business, but this high-end sleeve toy looks like what would happen if they did. The toy's intense internal texture combines with its vibrations to overwhelm you with pleasure, and you can manually adjust the tightness of the toy by pressing harder or softer on its outer “pressure pads.” The best part of all is the flip-open design that makes this toy much easier to clean than its peers.

What shoppers are saying: “No need to look any further this is the toy you want. The Tenga Flip Zero is the one and once inside, Tenga Flip Zero allows some form of masturbation do-it-yourself customization so your rod can feel like, Ooooh my goodness. It will control your life for the first two weeks so be careful if your work requires 100% of your brain to complete your tasks.” —an Amazon reviewer

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Kate Sloan is a sex toy writer for GQ. She has written the books “101 Kinky Things Even You Can Do” and “200 Words to Help You Talk About Sexuality & Gender,” and is a cohost for the podcasts The Dildorks and Question Box. Her writing on sex and relationships... Read moreWriterInstagramRelated Stories for GQSex and Relationships