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How to choose a stroker

TENGA Flip Zero leads our choose a stroker ranking for men. Real products still sold in the US, re-checked weekly.

Reviewed by · Prices checked · How we rank

The verdict

A stroker is all about the slow build. Warm it up, lube it well and take your time.

Our No. 1: TENGA Flip Zero

Quick picks

  1. Best overallNo. 1 ↓

    TENGA Flip Zero

    $109.99 to $148.95

    Shop $109.99 at SheVibe

    ships free

  2. Runner-upNo. 2 ↓

    Fleshlight Pink Lady STU

    Shop $69.95 at SheVibe

    ships free

  3. Budget pickNo. 4 ↓

    Fleshlight Quickshot

    Shop $34.95 at SheVibe

At a glance

Compare the top 6

  1. 1TENGA Flip ZeroTENGA Flip Zero$109.99 to $148.95from 275 reviews$109.99 →
  2. 2Fleshlight Pink Lady STUFleshlight Pink Lady STU$69.95Too new to rate$69.95 →
  3. 3TENGA Egg Hard Boiled IITENGA Egg Hard Boiled II$41.94from 25 reviews$41.94 →
  4. 4Fleshlight QuickshotFleshlight Quickshot$34.95from 103 reviews$34.95 →
  5. 5Arcwave Ion 2Arcwave Ion 2$179from 19 reviews$179 →
  6. 6Sliquid H2OSliquid H2O$13.99from 16 reviews$13.99 →

The ranking

Strokers ranked for a first sleeve

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 · TENGAPhoto at the top ↑

TENGA Flip Zero

from 275 reviews$109.99 to $148.95
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Reusable. Flip to wash. The how-to-choose if you already finished an Egg and you will dry it.

Pros

  • Silicone pads

Cons

  • TPE is porous compared with silicone. Wash it. Dry it
  • Water-based lotion. TENGA's packet is in the box

Why it ranks: How-to-choose names Flip Zero. Reviews mention cleanup.

Fleshlight Pink Lady STU stamina training unit in the hard case.
Fleshlight Pink Lady STU stamina training unit in the hard case.
No. 2

No. 2 · Fleshlight

Fleshlight Pink Lady STU

Too new to rate$69.95
Shop $69.95 at SheVibeships free

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The case. The wash.

Cons

  • Cleanup is the job after the job. Plan on that
  • Water-based lube only. Oil wrecks the sleeve

Why it ranks: How-to-choose still names Classic. Reviews argue about texture.

TENGA Egg Hard Boiled Edition II variety six-pack by TENGA.
TENGA Egg Hard Boiled Edition II variety six-pack by TENGA.
No. 3

No. 3 · TENGA

TENGA Egg Hard Boiled II

from 25 reviews$41.94
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Six single-use stretch sleeves in egg cases. Hard Boiled Edition II textures. Lotion in the box. Airport energy.

Cons

  • One use. That's the product
  • If you already know you want reusable, skip to Flip or Spinner

Why it ranks: Choose-stroker starts disposable. Reviews mention the squeeze.

Fleshlight Quickshot by Fleshlight.
Fleshlight Quickshot by Fleshlight.
No. 4

No. 4 · Fleshlight

Fleshlight Quickshot

from 103 reviews$34.95
Shop $34.95 at SheVibe

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Open ends. Short. The how-to-choose if you wanted to pass it or keep a hand in the job.

Cons

  • Girth over about 4.5 inches can be a no. Read their note
  • Open ends. It will not hide in a drawer the way a capped Classic does

Why it ranks: How-to-choose-plus-Quickshot. Reviews mention two openings.

Arcwave Ion 2 by Arcwave.
Arcwave Ion 2 by Arcwave.
No. 5

No. 5 · Arcwave

Arcwave Ion 2

from 19 reviews$179
Shop $179 at IntimatifyUse code BEDSIDE15: 15% offShop $179 at SheVibeships freeShop $179 at Pleasure Chestships free

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Air-pulse for a glans. Loud. The how-to-choose fork if you wanted a seal, not a sleeve.

Pros

  • Silicone contact

Cons

  • This is not a Fleshlight. Don't buy it expecting a stroke
  • Cleanup is still a project. Read their sheet

Why it ranks: How-to-choose leak into Ion. Category fit drops.

Sliquid H2O by Sliquid.
Sliquid H2O by Sliquid.
No. 6

No. 6 · Sliquid

Sliquid H2O

from 16 reviews$13.99
Shop $13.99 at SheVibe

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Water-based. Oil wrecks a sleeve. Same cart.

Cons

  • It dries. Reapply. Keep the bottle in reach
  • Not for a long water session. That's silicone lube

Why it ranks: Choose-stroker without a bottle is a dry, loud night.

Notes from Bedside CSO (Chief Sex Officer)

Notes from Bedside CSO (Chief Sex Officer)

Warm water, lots of water-based lube, slow start. Rinse it right after and let it dry fully before you put it away. Alone, stop right before you finish, breathe, and start again. You'll thank yourself.

The one we'd practice with is Sliquid H2O. Clean, slippery and no sticky finish. It's the bottle you stop thinking about, which is the point.

Before you buy

Buying guide

Named, washable

Egg or Flip. Best first stroker. How to use a stroker.

The bottle

How to use lube. Best quiet strokers if a motor already looked loud.

FAQ

Common questions

How do you choose a first stroker?
Named TPE or silicone you can rinse. Egg if cleanup is the fear. Flip Zero if you will dry it. How to use a stroker.
Do I need a motor?
No. A sleeve first. Best quiet strokers if the wall is thin. Best automatic strokers if you already want a case that hums.
TPE or silicone?
Named either. Unlabeled is a skip. How to use lube. Oil wrecks a sleeve.

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