7 Best Beginner Butt Plugs

Why I Chose It

To me this is absolutely the ideal beginner butt plug! It’s small, it’s cute and the metal material slides beautifully. Our tester, Cassie, was also a big fan of this little cutie, writing that it “has very quickly become a favorite (and a staple)” in her bedroom!

She loves that the size is to perfect “to use without much warm-up” and that even though it’s small and easy to insert, “the weight and firmness of the metal feels amazing.” It’s great for wearing for solo or partnered sex, and “It adds a lovely amount of pressure during vaginal penetration.”

I understand if you are a little intimidated by the metal, but as a sex toy expert, I highly recommend going for a metal plug over a silicone one, as metal has less friction than silicone, making it easier to insert! I recommend placing it in a glass of warm (NOT HOT) water to slightly heat it before use.

The highly tapered tip also makes it easier to insert as it gives a very gradual stretch!

Why I Chose It

I chose the Fun Factory Bootie Fem as a runner-up because it’s the best non-vibrating silicone butt plug for beginners. It’s incredibly smooth and squishy, and its unique design and flexibility make it a very user-friendly butt plug. Our tester and sexpert Cassie, said, “It’s surprisingly beginner-friendly, easy to insert, and comfortable to wear – even for longer periods of time.”

What makes the Bootie Fem special is the tulip design. The producer claims that it’s made to help angle any vaginal penetration to better target the G-spot. However, Cassie wasn’t so impressed by this feature: “Now, I like the concept of this, but I definitely wasn’t sold on it in practice. It may just be my anatomy that doesn’t work with this design, but I didn’t feel like it did anything special for PIV sex compared to other butt plugs I’ve used.”

On the other hand, I still think that the design of the base is great for all kinds of penetrative play, and if you are ready to explore double penetration, this is the best butt plug to try it with! Overall, I think the Fun Factory Bootie Fem is a high-quality butt plug. It’s great for solo play, comfortable for extended wear, and could add a fun element to couple activities.

Why I Chose It

The Lovehoney Butt Tingler is a super simple vibrating butt plug that will be a perfect choice for beginners. It’s small, slim, and very easy to operate. According to our tester, Emiel, the butt plug “was slim enough that I didn’t feel any uncomfortable pressure during this, which has sometimes happened in the past with double penetration.”

But because of its cheap price, the quality of the vibrations isn’t the best. Because the Butt Tingler is batter-operated, the vibrations aren’t super powerful and quite buzzy: “There were definitely 3 speeds and different vibration patterns, but it didn’t feel like much even on the highest speed.”

Overall, I think the Lovehoney Butt Tingler will be a good choice for those who are curious about vibrating butt plugs, and want something cheap and easy to use to explore different sensations and see whether anal vibes are something that works for their bodies. But if you are after a small anal toy with powerful vibes, I would go for a different toy; perhaps the b-Vibe Novice Plug might be a better choice.

Why I Chose It

If you want to splurge a little, I think the We-Vibe Ditto+ is a great candidate. It’s specifically designed to be a wearable butt plug, so if you enjoy wearing anal toys in public, or are looking for the most comfortable plug, you will love the Ditto+. Here is what our tester, Daphne, said about the design: “The angle is great, and the flexibility allowed me to move around, sit, stand, walk, lie down, turn over in bed, use a dildo vaginally simultaneously, and it stayed in.”

When it comes to vibrations, they were described as powerful and rumbly, but not overwhelmingly strong, which, in my opinion, is the best combination for beginners. Our tester also mentioned that the Ditto+ is really quiet and that “the battery life is pretty good. It lasted almost two hours on multiple occasions. And, it only took a little more than an hour to recharge.”

Another great thing is the control system. It can be controlled in many ways; manually on the plug, via remote control, or via app control. Therefore, it’s a great toy for both solo and partner play! If your partner(s) are long-distance, all you have to do is download the app and let your partner control the Ditto+.

Why I Chose It

The njoy Pure Plug is definitely the most luxurious butt plug on this list. I personally love all kinds of metal sex toys. A metal dildo has been my favorite insertable toy for a long time, and there is no other toy that can compete with the sensation that metal provides. They are smooth, filling, and perfect for temperature play. And the njoy Pure Plug is the best introduction to metal butt plugs! The size might look a bit intimidating for beginners, but because of its angled design with a thinner neck, it feels really comfortable. According to our tester, Rachel: “The bulbous head stretches you a little bit more as you insert it, but then it actually feels much more comfortable to wear! The long, thin stem means no sphincter stretching once it’s in, and it stays in place as you move around and do other things.”

The firmness of a metal toy provides very intense internal stimulation, plus metal adds extra weight, which is another reason why Rachel loved it so much: “I wasn’t sure how I would like the weightiness of it, but I was pleasantly surprised! It felt substantial and satisfying inside. I wore it during PIV (penis in vagina) sex and loved every second of it!”

The only concern I have is that metal butt plugs are firm, which for a total newbie might be too much to handle. So I strongly recommend a long warm-up session, using a silicone plug or even fingers before inserting the plug. And don’t forget the lube!

Why I Chose It

I had the pleasure of testing the Icicles No. 48, and I love everything about it! I think it’s going to be a great choice for beginners looking to explore the wonders of glass butt plugs!

I definitely fell in love with this toy because of its adorable design, but the stimulation it provides is just as amazing! The cool sensation of the glass and its firmness feel amazing. As I am not an anal pro, I was a bit worried that the firmness might be too much for me, but the lack of flexibility and slightly tapered tip actually made the insertion much easier. The smoothness of the glass also helped. I also enjoyed warming it up first to get the warm sensation on my skin, which I highly recommend trying, especially during foreplay.

Wearing it felt great as well, although I wouldn’t recommend it as a wearable plug because the daisy base isn’t the most comfortable to sit on.

All in all, there is nothing negative I have to say about this glass butt plug. The design is simple yet effective, and the cute flowery aesthetic is very encouraging to try anal play, even if you are a bit afraid to try it.

Why I Chose It

The We-Vibe Vector+ is the best beginner-friendly option for prostate owners! I chose it specifically because of its special design, where the angle of the tip is supposed to provide precise P-spot stimulation. And according to our tester, Robby, it’s worked perfectly: “As soon as I put it in, I feel the most incredible and breathtaking pressure on my prostate. It isn’t overwhelming and the shape of the vibrator’s stem stimulates my prostate very well, giving me intense pleasure.”

Robby also highlighted that the Vector+ is very comfortable and easy to use, thanks to its slender design and soft silicone feel. He also mentioned that the vibrations felt strong, but not overly powerful, which is perfectly catered to those new to vibrations.

But one thing that stood out to Robby the most was the app-control! He mentioned that the app was easy to navigate, and “It is really nice to be able to customize so much with the We-Vibe Connect app which allows you to control the speed, and different vibration patterns not available on the remote, use music from your phone to make the We-Vibe Vector+ vibrate to your personal library, and connect with your partner so they can control the We-Vibe Vector+ for you!”

All in all, I agree with our tester, that the We-Vibe Vector+ is a well-designed and top-quality toy. I am a big fan of toys that have an app control, and a physical remote to make the experience more versatile for solo and couple’s play. What you might be concerned with is the very tiny size of the plug, which seems like you can outgrow quickly, especially if you are interested in anal training. However, you can always use the We-Vibe Vector+ as a wearable plug, as it’s suitable for public play, and the We-Vibe app offers so many fun features to explore, that it’s hard to get bored of!