This sex toy was voted best for solo pleasure by our expert

Emojibator is a sex toy company that aims to “celebrate pleasure.” Its products are bright, vibrant, and seemingly irreverent—at least on first glance. I first saw Emojibator’s products while scrolling through Urban Outfitter’s catalog last year. At the time, my gut response was to be alarmed by the cherry vibrator that flashed by. When given the opportunity to test the tiny vibrator, though, I leapt at the chance. Cleopatra’s innovative (alleged!) gourd situation emerged in 54 BC, paving the way for a slew of other female sexual pleasure inventions to come.

The bottom button turns the toy off and on (long hold) and cycles through five vibration patterns (press). The upper buttons move the intensity up and down through five levels. According to the manufacturer, the Aer can fully charge in two hours and can operate at the highest setting for up to one and a half hours on a full charge. In our testing, we were able to achieve a full charge from a drained battery in only an hour and 16 minutes—and the toy was still going strong after we left it on at maximum speed for two hours.

Though obviously that should be the case for any vibe , it’s nice that there’s a toy out there that markets itself as such and leans in to the different ways different bodies can enjoy some buzz. If you’re not looking for more intense direct stimulation, the Tango might be a bit too much. It is also on the pricier end, but if you want a bullet vibe that’ll last for a while and that you’ll actually want to use time and time again vibrators, we say the Tango is well worth the investment. The other aspects of the Poet’s design are just as impressive, with the finger-pad sized indents on its sides making it both easy for holding and squeezing, which adjusts the vibration and pulse speed. So yes, it’s a little pricey, but it has the features that back the price up, and still, it’s still cheaper than the Womanizer Premium or Lelo Sila.

Don’t be deceived by its size – this petite vibrator stimulates the clitoris with a powerful tapping sensation, with the help of three speeds and six vibration patterns. Our in-house team of reviewers has collectively tried over 500 sex toys—the ones we featured here are amongst their tried-and-true faves. We also asked sex educators and therapists to share the products that have been the biggest game-changers in their clients’ and patients’ solo and partnered sex lives. The final list only includes options that earned two enthusiastic thumbs up. Our favorite palm vibe, the Le Wand Point, has a sleek stainless steel handle and an uber-soft ridged silicone tip. The heavier steel end allows the toy to provide more pressure than an all-silicone option, Finn previously told SELF.

But despite its general reliability, a larger wand vibrator doesn’t necessarily scream discreet. This wand in particular tends to be louder, and definitely requires more real estate in your nightstand drawer. As with everything else when it comes to sex, what makes a good vibrator relies a lot on a single factor — your own preferences.

If you’re new to anal play, start with a smaller toy and use plenty of lube to avoid discomfort. “I love Uberlube, Good Clean Love, and Slippery Stuff,” shares Rosara Torrisi, PhD, a licensed clinical social worker and AASECT-certified sex therapist at the Long Island Institute of Sex Therapy in Syosset, New York. It’s incredibly important to keep your sex toys hygienic, and luckily it’s really simple to do so.

It also has a low battery indicator, so there are no mid-sex surprises. Wand vibrators are typically on the larger side, but there are still plenty of different shapes to choose from. “Vaginas, vulvas, and other erogenous areas come in different shapes and sizes, and finding the perfect length and width is key,” says Dr. Hack. The price range for vibrators is surprisingly vast, with the most affordable options in the $20 area and the most luxurious upwards of $300.