Ladies, cuffing season is over. If you haven’t yet found someone to hibernate with, then you should probably just stop trying. Tinder is filled with the dregs of humanity and going outside is a real inconvenient mess. But that’s no excuse to let your lady parts wither and die. It’s time to invest in the ultimate winter boo: A vibrator. And we’re here to aid you in your quest. Wednesday, we solicited your advice and were graced with over 100 recommendations. Almost of all them were for the Hitachi. Let’s talk about why.
Hitachi
Christened by the inimitable Betty Dodson as the “ Cadillac of Vibrators,” Hitachi’s Magic Wand is a staple of any respectable bedside drawer. Widely considered to be the gold standard of vibrators, it was invented in 1968 as a back massager. Unlike its antique predecessors, the brand spankin’ version has a nifty Shibari variable speed controller, which means that the modern-day libidinous user aren’t just limited to just two speeds. Hitachi steamrolled the competition, garnering over 200 stars and a flurry of recommendations. Here are just a few:
Any women who doesn’t answer “Hitachi” has never had the amazingly beautiful experience of a Hitachi. - Demon!
My first choice, like so many here, is the Hitachi Magic Wand. It is perfection, and if you want penetration, there are attachments for that. But since this one will be the winner, far and away, here’s what I love almost as much as the Hitachi: the Jimmyjane Form 2. It’s shockingly powerful for something so small. It fits in the palm of one hand, which makes it amazing for sex with another person - it’s particularly good for from behind/on all fours positions, because it’s so small and light. It also nestles nicely between bodies. It’s good for nipple stimulation, too. And my cis male partner sometimes uses it on himself, too. And it’s rechargeable. - Lorelei’s Handbags
What really does it for me is an oldie but goodie: the Magic Wand with the G-Wiz attachment. The vibrations are incredibly powerful and the attachement makes all the difference in the world, enabling both clitoral and g-spot stimulation at once. Many people complain about the fact it’s got an electric cord but I’ve read reviews of the rechargable version saying it’s not as powerful as the corded, so I went with the latter and don’t regret it (though bought an extension cord). Totally worth it. - Tupiniquim: forever gray
Runner-Up: Lelo
The Lelo Lily is straight up cute. It looks like a goddamned dimple, albeit a rechargable dimple with 8 settings and 10-year guarantee. But, we must warn you: The second model is both outrageously expensive and comes with a “scent.” That is bogus and weird. I don’t know about you, but I have no desire for a scratch and sniff vibrator. Stick with the affordable, odorless classic model. And for those who need G-spot simulation, the GIGI and Magic Wand models came in a close second.
I just bought one of these (the first model, not the second with the “scent”) for travel purposes. Still kind of freaked out at the thought of TSA agents doing anything to a less discreet vibe in my luggage. Plus, the smaller size seems like it would integrate well for use with a partner. I prefer my Mona 2, but honestly everything Lelo makes is great, it’s all down to personal preferences. If I came into MONEY tomorrow, I’d buy everything they offer. - NCR
I have one of these too! I love love love the number of speeds it has, the shape and curve is perfect, and it’s small enough to take on vacation. Super easy to clean. Quiet. Almost silent.
If there is one down to it, it’s a tad small. - Alex Knew the Otters Were Still Around!
Although I will say, I’ve never used it for g-spot stimulation like the blurb says; I’m just not that into that. But it’s got like 5 different vibration patterns and a lively range of variable intensities. Rechargeable, waterproof, and that slighty-fuzzy-feeling soft silicone. many bells down is one bell up
The Lelo Smart Wand (large size).
Imagine the power of the Hitachi but with a MORE rumbly vibration. I won mine back when I worked at a sex store. That was over two years ago. After almost daily use it’s barely showing its age. The battery still charges just as fast and lasts almost as long as it did right out of the box. The Hitachi is fine but it tended to make me go numb. The Smart Wand doesn’t do that and it’s a great experience every time. I’m fully committed to BUYINGrumbly vibration (rather than the BZZZZZ of the Hitachi), waterproof design, rechargeable battery, quiet as hell motor, and a 10 year quality guarantee another ONE when this bad boy eventually bites the dust. Yeah, Lelos are expensive. I know. But goddamn, this one is worth it. - vulvasaurus