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Beginner Bondage Setup Under $100: Under the Bed Restraints, Bondage Tape, Blindfold and Lube
Being tied up for the first time should feel exciting, not scary or expensive. Here is a beginner setup for under $100 that turns any bed into a playground.
Reviewed by Bedside CSO (Chief Sex Officer) · Prices checked · How we rank
Best for most peopleUpdated
Start with the Sportsheets Under the Bed Restraint System ($64), then add Scandal Lovers Tape ($9.99), a satin blindfold ($8.99) and Sliquid H2O ($13.99): $96.97 for the whole setup.
- The restraints: Sportsheets Under the Bed Restraint System (No. 1) Shop $64 →
- The tape: Scandal Lovers Tape (No. 2) Shop $9.99 →
- The blindfold: Sex & Mischief Satin Black Blindfold (No. 3) Shop $8.99 →
- The lube: Sliquid H2O (No. 4) Shop $13.99 →
The verdict
Start with the Sportsheets Under the Bed Restraint System ($64), four adjustable cuffs on a strap that hides under any mattress, then add Scandal Lovers Tape ($9.99), a satin blindfold ($8.99) and Sliquid H2O ($13.99). The whole beginner setup is $96.97.
- The anchor: Sportsheets Under the Bed restraints, four cuffs that fit any size bed, $64.
- The playful extra: Scandal Lovers Tape, a soft PVC wrap that only sticks to itself, $9.99.
- The mood and the glide: a satin blindfold ($8.99) and Sliquid H2O ($13.99).
Quick picks
The restraintsNo. 1 ↓
Sportsheets Under the Bed Restraint System
$61.95 to $64Fits any bed, $64
Shop $64 at SheVibeThe tapeNo. 2 ↓
Scandal Lovers Tape
Sticks to itself, $9.99
Shop $9.99 at SheVibeThe blindfoldNo. 3 ↓
Sex & Mischief Satin Black Blindfold
$7.95 to $8.99Satin blindfold, $8.99
Shop $8.99 at SheVibeThe lubeNo. 4 ↓
Sliquid H2O
Toy-safe lube
Shop $13.99 at SheVibe
Quick answers
- What is the best beginner bondage setup under $100?
- Start with the Sportsheets Under the Bed Restraint System ($64), then add Scandal Lovers Tape ($9.99), a satin blindfold ($8.99) and Sliquid H2O ($13.99): $96.97 for the whole setup.
- Where can I buy the Sportsheets Under the Bed Restraint System?
- We link to SheVibe and Pleasure Chest. Every store gets the same size button on the card, and prices are re-checked when we update the guide.
- How do you rank these?
- By what people actually buy and search for, owner reviews, whether it is in stock, and how well it fits this list. Stores pay us a commission on some links, but that never moves a rank.
At a glance
Compare the top 4
The ranking
The beginner bondage setup, piece by piece
Ranked by demand, review quality, availability, and fit. Stars are owner review averages from the store or brand site, where there are enough reviews.
No. 1 · SportsheetsPhoto at the top ↑
The restraints
Sportsheets Under the Bed Restraint System
Fits any bed, $64
Ships discreetly from SheVibe
Four adjustable cuffs on one long strap that slides under your mattress. Fits any bed size and tucks away when you are done.
Cons
- It is built to stay on the bed, not to travel
- Agree on a safeword before anyone is cuffed
Why it ranks: The anchor. Four adjustable cuffs on one under-mattress strap that fits any bed.
No. 2 · CalExotics
The tape
Scandal Lovers Tape
Sticks to itself, $9.99
Free shipping at SheVibe over $68. Tempted to treat yourself? Add a silky lube and it all ships free.
Ships discreetly from SheVibe
About 49 feet of one-inch PVC tape that sticks only to itself. No residue, no pulled hair.
Cons
- Keep it off hair and away from the neck
- Have safety scissors within reach
Why it ranks: The improviser. Soft PVC tape that clings to itself for wrists, ankles or a pretty bow.
No. 3 · Sportsheets
The blindfold
Sex & Mischief Satin Black Blindfold
Satin blindfold, $8.99
Free shipping at SheVibe over $68. Tempted to treat yourself? Add a silky lube and it all ships free.
Ships discreetly from SheVibe
A soft satin blindfold with an elastic strap. Takes sight away so every touch lands harder.
Cons
- Check for caught hair when you put it on
- Keep your safeword working in the dark
Why it ranks: The heightener. Soft satin that makes every touch a surprise.
No. 4 · Sliquid
The lube
Sliquid H2O
Toy-safe lube
Free shipping at SheVibe over $68. Tempted to treat yourself? Add a silky lube and it all ships free.
Ships discreetly from SheVibe
Glycerin-free, unscented water-based lube that is safe with silicone toys.
Cons
- Water-based lube dries; reapply as you go
- For long play in water, choose a silicone lube
Why it ranks: The glide. Pure water-based lube for hands and toys.
Notes from Bedside CSO (Chief Sex Officer)
Notes from Bedside CSO (Chief Sex Officer)
Most first-time bondage kits are a pile of flimsy pieces you will never use twice. This setup takes the opposite approach: one solid restraint system that becomes part of your bed, one versatile tape for when you want to improvise, a blindfold to heighten everything and a bottle of lube so the night never stalls.
Here is the complete setup, each piece in stock at the price shown, plus a classic wand add-on if you want the person in the cuffs to have a very good time.
Before you buy
Buying guide
Why the Under the Bed restraints
The Sportsheets Under the Bed system is the piece most couples keep for years. One long nylon strap runs under your mattress, and an adjustable cuff waits at each corner. It fits any bed size, the cuffs close with soft hook-and-loop so either of you can slip out fast, and when the night is over the straps tuck away out of sight. It is $64 at SheVibe today.
Why bondage tape, too
Cuffs are perfect for spread out and helpless. Scandal Lovers Tape is for everything else: wrists crossed behind the back, ankles together, or a quick wrap around the thighs. It sticks only to itself, so there is no residue and no pulled hair, and the roll is about 49 feet long. Keep blunt scissors on the nightstand. It is $9.99 at SheVibe.
Add a wand for the person in the cuffs
Restraints plus a powerful wand is the pairing couples come back for. Add the corded Magic Wand Plus ($104.99), four speeds of deep rumble that never runs out of battery mid-tease, and the setup becomes $201.96. Prefer cordless? The Magic Wand Rechargeable is $149.99.
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Mistakes to avoid
How the first night goes
Agree on a safeword and a stop signal you can give with your hands before anyone is cuffed. Fasten the cuffs snug enough to hold, loose enough to slide two fingers under. Slip on the blindfold, then take your time: slow kisses, light touches, a little tape around the wrists if you are both enjoying it. Check in often, and keep the scissors close.
After
Unfasten everything gently, rub any pressure marks on wrists and ankles, and spend a few minutes close together. The cuffs can be spot cleaned with mild soap and water; toss the used tape.
Torn between two?
Head-to-head
FAQ
Common questions
- What do you need for a first bondage night?
- Restraints that are easy to escape, a blindfold, lube and an agreed safeword. This setup is $96.97 with Sportsheets Under the Bed restraints, Scandal Lovers Tape, a satin blindfold and Sliquid H2O.
- Do the Sportsheets Under the Bed restraints fit any mattress?
- Yes. The strap adjusts to fit any bed size from twin to king, including thick pillow-top mattresses.
- Is bondage tape safe for beginners?
- Yes, when you wrap it loosely, keep it off the neck and keep blunt scissors in reach. Because it clings to itself rather than skin, it peels away without tugging hair.
- How is this different from the bondage night starter setup?
- That setup is built around a wand, nipple clamps and a paddle for couples ready for more sensation. This one keeps the focus on gentle restraint and stays under $100.
- What toy should we add first?
- A wand. Adding the Magic Wand Plus ($104.99) brings the full setup to $201.96.
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