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How to choose a realistic dildo

Vixen Maverick leads our choose a realistic dildo ranking. Real products still sold in the US, re-checked weekly.

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The verdict

A dildo is as simple as it gets. Warm it up, lube it up and go at whatever pace feels greedy.

Our No. 1: Vixen Maverick

Quick picks

  1. Best overallNo. 1 ↓

    Vixen Maverick

  2. Runner-upNo. 2 ↓

    Vixen Mustang

  3. Budget pickNo. 4 ↓

    Tantus Silk Small

At a glance

Compare the top 8

  1. 1Vixen MaverickVixen Maverick$129.50from 10 reviews$129.50 →
  2. 2Vixen MustangVixen Mustang$125.75from 16 reviews$125.75 →
  3. 3Tantus Silk MediumTantus Silk Medium$42Too new to rate$42 →
  4. 4Tantus Silk SmallTantus Silk Small$31.99Too new to rate$31.99 →
  5. 5Tantus EchoTantus Echo$51.99Too new to rate$51.99 →
  6. 6Tantus Silk LargeTantus Silk Large$52from 21 reviews$52 →
  7. 7We-Vibe Rave 2We-Vibe Rave 2$122.40 to $149from 137 reviews$149 →
  8. 8njoy Pure Wandnjoy Pure Wand$150from 24 reviews$150 →

The ranking

The full ranking

Ranked by demand, review quality, availability, and fit. Stars are owner review averages from the store or brand site, where there are enough reviews.

How we rank

No. 1 · Vixen CreationsPhoto at the top ↑

Vixen Maverick

from 10 reviews$129.50

Ships discreetly from SheVibe

Maverick. Realistic VixSkin.

Pros

  • VixSkin dual-density silicone
  • Flared base

Cons

  • Water-based lube. Silicone lube can damage silicone
  • Heavier than a Silk. That's the skin

Why it ranks: Dildo search that wants Maverick.

Vixen Mustang VixSkin realistic dildo in chocolate, on white.
Vixen Mustang VixSkin realistic dildo in chocolate, on white.
No. 2

No. 2 · Vixen Creations

Vixen Mustang

from 16 reviews$125.75

Ships discreetly from SheVibe

Mustang. Dual-density. Harness ready.

Pros

  • Flared base

Cons

  • Read the size chart. Names are not a scale
  • Water-based lube

Why it ranks: Dildo-plus-Mustang.

Official Tantus Silk photo used for Silk Medium, a harness-compatible platinum silicone dildo.
Official Tantus Silk photo used for Silk Medium, a harness-compatible platinum silicone dildo.
No. 3

No. 3 · Tantus

Tantus Silk Medium

Too new to rate$42

Ships discreetly from SheVibe

Silk Medium. Platinum.

Pros

  • Platinum-cure silicone
  • Flared base

Cons

  • Firm. If you wanted squish, that's Vixen
  • Water-based lube

Why it ranks: Dildo-plus-SilkMed.

Official Tantus Silk Small. Slim platinum silicone insertables with flared bases on white.
Official Tantus Silk Small. Slim platinum silicone insertables with flared bases on white.
No. 4

No. 4 · Tantus

Tantus Silk Small

Too new to rate$31.99

Free shipping at SheVibe over $68. Tempted to treat yourself? Add a silky lube and it all ships free.

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Silk Small. Beginner flare.

Pros

  • Platinum-cure silicone
  • Flared base

Cons

  • Slim. That's the point
  • Water-based lube only

Why it ranks: Dildo-plus-SilkSmall.

Tantus Echo by Tantus.
Tantus Echo by Tantus.
No. 5

No. 5 · Tantus

Tantus Echo

Too new to rate$51.99

Ships discreetly from SheVibe

Echo. Curve.

Pros

  • Platinum-cure silicone
  • Flared base

Cons

  • Texture. If you wanted smooth, that's Silk
  • Confirm whether your listing includes the bullet

Why it ranks: Dildo-plus-Echo.

Official Tantus Silk photo used for Silk Large, a longer harness-compatible dildo.
Official Tantus Silk photo used for Silk Large, a longer harness-compatible dildo.
No. 6

No. 6 · Tantus

Tantus Silk Large

from 21 reviews$52

Ships discreetly from SheVibe

Silk Large.

Pros

  • Platinum-cure silicone
  • Flared base

Cons

  • Larger. Don't start here
  • Water-based lube

Why it ranks: Dildo-plus-SilkLarge.

Official njoy Pure Wand product photo. Stainless S-curve on a wide studio background.
Official njoy Pure Wand product photo. Stainless S-curve on a wide studio background.
No. 8

No. 8 · njoy

njoy Pure Wand

from 24 reviews$150

Pure Wand. Steel.

Pros

  • Body-safe stainless steel

Cons

  • Hard. Go slower than silicone
  • No flared suction cup. This is a hand toy

Why it ranks: Dildo-plus-PureWand.

Tantus Ryder by Tantus.
Tantus Ryder by Tantus.
No. 9

No. 9 · Tantus

Tantus Ryder

Too new to rate$32

Free shipping at SheVibe over $68. Tempted to treat yourself? Add a silky lube and it all ships free.

Ships discreetly from SheVibe

Ryder.

Pros

  • Platinum-cure silicone
  • Flared base

Cons

  • Firmer than Vixen. Plan on that
  • Water-based lube

Why it ranks: Dildo-plus-Ryder.

Tantus Bend Over Intermediate Kit by Tantus.
Tantus Bend Over Intermediate Kit by Tantus.
No. 10

No. 10 · Tantus

Tantus Bend Over Intermediate Kit

Too new to rate$89.99

Ships discreetly from SheVibe

Bend Over kit.

Pros

  • Platinum silicone dildos

Cons

  • Intermediate in the name. Believe it
  • You are also buying a harness. See Best strap-ons if that's the point

Why it ranks: Dildo-plus-BendOver.

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No. 11

No. 11 · SpareParts

SpareParts Joque Cover

Joque if harness was half the search.

from 11 reviews

Ships discreetly from Pleasure Chest

Sliquid H2O by Sliquid.
Sliquid H2O by Sliquid.
No. 13

No. 13 · Sliquid

Sliquid H2O

The bottle. Dry nights stall.

from 16 reviews

Free shipping at SheVibe over $68. Tempted to treat yourself? Add a silky lube and it all ships free.

Ships discreetly from SheVibe

Sliquid Shine naturally unscented organic toy cleaner 2 oz.
Sliquid Shine naturally unscented organic toy cleaner 2 oz.
No. 14

No. 14 · Sliquid

Sliquid Shine 2 oz

Travel Shine.

from 17 reviews

Free shipping at SheVibe over $68. Tempted to treat yourself? Add a silky lube and it all ships free.

Ships discreetly from SheVibe

Notes from Bedside CSO (Chief Sex Officer)

Notes from Bedside CSO (Chief Sex Officer)

Go smaller than your ego wants, warm it up in your hands and use plenty of water-based lube. You can size up next time. Solo, stick it to the shower wall or take your time on your back with a lot of lube. Both are great.

The one we'd practice with is Vixen Maverick. The head is plump and the curve aims right at the G-spot. VixSkin makes it feel close to the real thing.

For exact lengths and widths, see our dildo size guide.

Before you buy

Buying guide

The one we'd pick up again

Vixen Maverick. Smooth, heavy and a little squishy on the surface. Close your eyes and it stops feeling like a toy. With a partner, put it in their hand and tell them how slow. Or harness it up and let them wear it.

Other moods

Different mood tonight? Try best Vixen Maverick alternatives, or Body-safe sex toy materials if you want to wander further.

FAQ

Common questions

Dual-density or firm platinum?
Dual-density for soft skin feel. Silk for firm platinum. Best dual-density dildos for beginners.
What about jelly?
No. Body-safe sex toy materials.
Harness compatible?
Need a flared base. Best harness-compatible dildos.

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