Beginner-friendly toys are designed to feel approachable and accessible for anyone who has limited or no experience with sex toys. They’re simple to use, have approachable sizes, offer adjustable intensity, and are made from body-safe materials. The goal is to give you an easy, comfortable way to explore new sensations without feeling overwhelmed.

The best sex toy is the one that fits your needs, so start by thinking about the type of stimulation you usually enjoy - external (like on the clit or penis), internal (like vaginal, G-spot, anal, and prostate), gentle, powerful, etc. Think about what feels good when you have partnered sex or masturbate. If you’re not sure yet, choose something smaller with simple controls and a shape that feels unintimidating. Look for toys with versatile settings, simple controls, and read reviews to see how others describe the sensations. Prioritize body-safe materials and choose a shape that feels unintimidating to you.

This is wholly dependent on you and your body - if you’re looking for an internal toy like a G-spot vibe or anal toy, and have never experimented with penetration, start small. If you’re exploring vibration for the first time, get a toy that has a more gentle vibration or adjustable intensity for a variety of settings to see which you like best. External vibes (like bullets or wands), soft silicone dildos, and anal training sets are popular with first-time toy users.

Silicone, borosilicate glass, stainless steel, and ABS plastic are excellent choices, since they’re body-safe and non-porous, which makes them easy to keep clean. Think about texture and what you like - for softer, go for silicone, liquid silicone, or TPE. For firmer, metal, glass, or plastic are good choices. Avoid toys made with jelly rubber or any material that lists phthalates, as these can be porous or irritating - to note, Good Vibes only stocks body-safe materials, and we do not carry any toys made with phthalates.

Lube makes everything smoother and more comfortable, especially for internal or anal play. Water-based lubricant is the safest and most versatile, especially for using with silicone toys (silicone lubricant is not compatible with all silicone toys). Good Vibes only stocks body-safe lubricants, but keep in mind any sensitivities you may have to ingredients like botanicals (aloe, seed oils, plant extracts), and try to avoid sensation lubes or flavored lubes when you’re first starting - keep it simple with plain water-based lube like Good Lube or Sliquid.