The 5 Best Leather Spanking Paddles for Impressive Impact
How Did We Review These Leather Spanking Paddles?
Here at Bedbible, we’ve spent hours finding the best leather spanking paddles available out there! Our expertise in the field of sex toys and sexual education helps us find the best products based on what we know works for people – and what doesn’t!
We review these products by looking at existing user reviews, testing some of them ourselves, and try to rate them based on price range, quality, design, and performance. We also try our best to let our readers know which products are most suitable for different uses.
Leather: The Ultimate BDSM Material
We all know that leather is an absolute staple in BDSM accessories and equipment. There’s just something about the look and feel of genuine leather that brings out the kink in people! But why is leather such an iconic BDSM material?
Here are some of the pros and cons of leather BDSM equipment:
- Price – Genuine leather products will most likely just be in a higher price range than other products made of cheaper materials. But the price also reflects the high quality…
- Quality – Leather products can be quite durable and long-lasting when taken care of properly. Even though they’re on the pricier side, your new leather spanking paddle might just be one you can use for a very long time!
- Special care – For your leather to last as long as possible while keeping it clean and smooth, it requires special care. Between individual uses (and depending on how soiled your product is) you can get away with wiping it down with a damp cloth. Although, once in while, you should clean your leather thoroughly with an appropriate leather cleanser (like saddle soap) and use a leather conditioner to keep it in good condition.
- Sensation – Some people actually prefer the feeling on dragging leather across their skin, wearing leather harnesses or collars, or being tied up on leather furniture. Enjoying the smooth surface of genuine leather can add a real kick to your kinky play!
- Visuals – One of the ultimate pros of using leather BDSM tools is just the sexy look! It can really transform your outfit (or lack thereof) or your general kinky attitude as soon as you slap on a leather collar or leather BDSM harness!
FAQ
What is a Leather Spanking Paddle?
A leather spanking paddle is... exactly what it sounds like it is! A spanking paddle made of real leather. This material adds a certain value to the spanking practice both physically and visually. The leather look will always be a classic BDSM trait, and the sensations that come from leather can be as smooth and luxurious as it is sharp and unforgiving.
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The 5 Best leather spanking paddles in Test
Spartacus Original Frat Paddle 16 Inch
This Fraternity style spanking paddle is made of genuine leather, fleece and spring steel. A lightweight paddle with a heavy impact! The long and wide design allows the sharp impact to affect a bigger surface area. The reinforced steel at the center of the paddle makes it sturdy for any heavy duty spanking you want to subject your sub to! A raw hide string by the handle can be wrapped around your wrist for a secure grip.
The Spartacus Original Frat Paddle 16 Inch was rated 60 out of 100 meaning that it is most suitable for someone with some experience
are looking for a heavy duty spanking paddlelove the look and feel of leatherwant a simple design
need a smaller paddleprefer additional textures to your spanks| Length | 16.5 inches |
| Width | 3.25 inches |
| Waterproof | No |
| Materials | Leather, fleece, spring steel |
| Colors Available | Black |
Impacts a larger surface areaSuitable for heavy duty useSleek and simple designGood quality product
No variation in sensation with the smooth designOnly available in one colorThis Spartacus Original Frat Paddle is our leather spanking paddle test winner because of its simple yet powerful design and performance. This sleek and efficient paddle both looks and feels like the perfect BDSM accessory for kinksters who love spanking. The size of the paddle is great for impacting a wider area of the body, which makes it an ideal tool for more heavy duty use. It’s a very suitable spanking tool to use during more extreme bondage play, like if you’re using a spanking bench or a BDSM cross!
DOMINIX Deluxe Leather Heart Slapper Paddle
This DOMINIX Deluxe Heart Slapper can deliver deafening stings as the split design gives an extra loud slap! The wide paddle lets the sensation spread over a larger surface area of your sub’s body. Once you’ve practiced your spanking technique, the little heart-shaped cut-out will leave a stingy heart-shaped imprint on your sub’s sweet spots!
The DOMINIX Deluxe Leather Heart Slapper Paddle was rated 40 out of 100 meaning that it is most suitable for someone with some experience
are looking for a beginner leather slapper paddlewant to play around with spanking imprintswant a spanking paddle that's not too firmprefer a very firm spanking paddleneed something for heavy duty use| Length | 12.5 inches |
| Waterproof | No |
| Materials | Leather |
| Colors Available | Black |
Split design makes a loud slapRigid handle allows for powerful flicksLightweightNot very suitable for heavy duty useCan be tricky to get the imprint to show upThis slapper paddle is perfect for kinksters who already have some BDSM experience. The ideal step up from powerful hand spanking. The split design will excite you with the loud sound of powerful smacks while the flexible slapper is still relatively gentle on impact. The heart-shaped cut-out is perfect for anyone who wants to play around with leaving cute little stingy imprints all over their sub!
Rouge Leather Mini Spade Paddle
This romantic Rouge Spade Paddle only operates with a very small surface area and delivers limited stings. It’s very lightweight and easy to control with the strap wrapped around your wrist, while you either tease or tickler your lover with the cute leather tip, or deliver some sharp light slaps across their skin!
The Rouge Leather Mini Spade Paddle was rated 20 out of 100 meaning that it is most suitable for a complete beginner
are looking for a mini spanking paddleenjoy this cute spade designare not interested in heavy duty spanking sessionswant a spanking tool for a larger surface areawant a simple design| Length | 10.25 inches |
| Waterproof | No |
| Materials | Leather |
| Colors Available | Black, red |
Cute spade design for limited "dungeon"-vibesSmall surface area impact for beginnersTool for both sensation and impact playGreat to use on "hard to reach" placesNot at all suitable for heavy duty useIf you’re just at the beginning of your kinky jounrey and you’ve never ventured further than a light smack with a hand on your butt, this beginner’s mini spanking might be something for you! For anyone who wants to add a romantic vibe to their softcore spanking practice, the Rouge Spade Paddle is perfect.
Sportsheets Leather Slut Slapper Impression Paddle
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Discreet shipping & billingShipping rate: $8FREE shipping on orders $99+This slapper paddle will make all of your kinky degradation dreams come true! The leather cut-out on the paddle will leave a stingy red “slut” imprint on your sub as you wield this paddle. The dual-layered design will give a loud smack as you brand them over and over again. The rigid handle will allow for a good grip while the flexible leather paddle has a great bend for spanking mobility. Nylon string by the handle secures your grip during passionate spankings.
The Sportsheets Leather Slut Slapper Impression Paddle was rated 30 out of 100 meaning that it is most suitable for someone with some experience
like to explore humiliation playlike the loud sound of slapper paddlesprefer a thuddy sensation over a stingy feelprefer smooth spanking paddlesdon't need the added sound of a slapper design| Length | 13 inches |
| Waterproof | No |
| Materials | Cowhide leather, nylon chord, nickel free metal hardware, RBSE glass batten |
Great showpiece for a dungeon wallGood for humiliation playIntense sound and visual appealNot for super heavy duty useTakes a bit of practice to get the imprint to transferThis little degradation tool makes quite the impression (pun very much intended). It’s the perfect paddle for both light spanks to giver your hand a break, and for when you want to move onto some more intense spanks and perhaps play around with a Dom/sub humiliation dynamic. Enjoy the thrill of branding your sub as your “slut” and punish and please them with the thuddy impact!
Sportsheets Leather Paddle with Black Fur
The Sportsheets Leather and Fur Paddle is not just your regular old leather spanking paddle! With soft black faux fur on one side of the paddle and smooth and supple leather on the other, this paddle can offer you some dual sensation pleasure. Use the fur smooth caresses for sensation play stimulation or for soft padded spanks during warm-up or for alternating in between the sharper and more intense leather-sided spanks!
The Sportsheets Leather Paddle with Black Fur was rated 50 out of 100 meaning that it is most suitable for someone with some experience
want one toy for both sensation and impact playenjoy soft padded spankingswant multiple sensations in one paddledon't enjoy the sensation of furneed something that is splashproof| Waterproof | No |
| Materials | Cowhide leather, nylon chord, nickel free metal hardware, RBSE glass batten, ployester fabric, polyurethane foam |
Soft faux fur for sensation play and soft padded spanksSmooth leather side for sharp thuddy spanksMultiple sensations and uses in one productDifficult to keep cleanThis Leather and Fur Paddle is very suitable for complete spanking beginners who want to explore leather spanking paddles but also want the option of soft and light caresses. You get to play around with the different sensations but still get to deliver stingy impacts on your poor little sub! The fur side of the paddle does make it a tad more difficult to clean so keep that in mind if you’re interested in getting one of these furry little spankers!
Comparison of the 5 best leather spanking paddles
| Best | Test Winner | Cheapest | Beginner | Imprint | Dual Sensation |
| Overall score | - | 4.7 / 5.0 | - | 4.6 / 5.0 | - |
| Bedbible rating | 5.0 / 5.0 | 4.8 / 5.0 | 4.8 / 5.0 | 4.6 / 5.0 | 4.6 / 5.0 |
| User rating | - | 4.6 / 5.0 from 22 users | - | 4.6 / 5.0 from 79 users | - |
| Price | Medium | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Design | 100 / 100 | 100 / 100 | 100 / 100 | 100 / 100 | 100 / 100 |
| Ease of use | 100 / 100 | 90 / 100 | 100 / 100 | 90 / 100 | 90 / 100 |
| Quality | 100 / 100 | 100 / 100 | 90 / 100 | 75 / 100 | 85 / 100 |
| Sound | 50 / 100 | 50 / 100 | 50 / 100 | 50 / 100 | 50 / 100 |
| Power | 60 / 100 | 60 / 100 | 60 / 100 | 60 / 100 | 60 / 100 |
| Length | 16.5 | 12.5 | 10.25 | 13 | - |
| Width | 3.25 | - | - | - | - |
| Waterproof | No | No | No | No | No |
| Materials | Leather, fleece, spring steel | Leather | Leather | Cowhide leather, nylon chord, nickel free metal hardware, RBSE glass batten | Cowhide leather, nylon chord, nickel free metal hardware, RBSE glass batten, ployester fabric, polyurethane foam |
| Colors Available | Black | Black | Black, red | - | - |
Want a Leather Feel but Not a Leather Fan?
If for whatever reason, you’re not comfortable using real leather for your kinky spanking session, but you’re still interested in the look and sharp feel, there are still plenty of options for you! Here are some of our favorite faux leather spanking paddles!
Saffron Loop Paddle
This large loop paddle is made of maroon PU vegan leather and will allow any animal lover to punish and tease their sub with the same leathery snap as any other leather loop paddle!
Bondage Boutique Faux Leather Spanking Paddle
Enjoy this broad rounded faux leather paddle with some dual-sided spanks for your sub!
Coquette Premium Faux Leather Spanking Paddle
Using faux leather does not mean you have to compromise on the quality. This luxurious leather-like spanking paddle will give you a high-end spanking experience!
Brand Your Sub With Stingy Imprints
If you like to pepper your spanking sessions with some mild (or not so mild – you’re the boss…) humilitation play, you might want to explore some more of these imprint spanking slapper paddles. Find a paddle with just the right message to brand your sub with with every stingy stroke!
Ouch! SLAVE Paddle
Put you sub in their true place as your slave (if that’s what you’ve both agreed to beforehand, of course!) by etching their title into their skin with your sharp spanks!
Ouch! BAD BOY Paddle
If you need to remind your little sub of why they’re being punished, perhaps a little “Bad Boy” imprint will do the trick for you…
How to Make a DIY Leather Spanking Paddle
Okay, so if you’re looking for a solution for your urgent spanking needs right here and now, ordering a real leather spanking paddle, that will arive a few days from now, may not be any help. But there are actually a few things you have lying around the house that might be able to! And if not, maybe you just need a quick run to the dollar store. Let’s go over a few DIY options!
Before we do that, I do have to make a disclaimer. We do not recommend making your own sex toys and always recommend that you purchase purpose-made sex toys from a reputable shop. We are in no way responsible for any harm caused due to the use or sharing of these DIYs. You are 100% responsible for the outcome should you choose to make your own sex toys.
That said, here are some ideas for some DYI leather spanking paddles. Perhaps you’d like to experience a similar sensation before you choose to invest cash in a real one!
The Basics: Transform your favorite belt into a leather loop paddle!
Simply grab whichever leather (or faux leather) belt you’re comfortable using and hold the two ends of the belt together in your hand to create a loop at the other end. This is a super easy and fun way to get some leather spanks in without actually having to get your hands on a paddle!
If you don’t plan on using the belt again, you can also modify this DIY a bit more to fully transform it into a spanking loop! Remove the belt buckle (and other hardware) and line up the loose ends together. Wrap some tape or leather strips around both ends to create a nice and long handle. Now you have your very own leather loop paddle!
But if you’re interested in a more thuddy, paddle-like item, it’s a bit more tricky – not impossible, just more tricky… But we’ve got you covered!
Step 1: Find any flat item with a handle
Preferably something that is somewhat durable. Again, the size, thickness, and durability is very much up to your personal needs from this DIY spanking paddle.
Items like ping pong paddles or large and sturdy spatulas are great.
Now you could stop here and simply use these items as they are and enjoy the sensations of their materials. But continue to the next step to add some leathery spice!
Step 2: Leather, leather, leather!
Okay, this is where you might want to go to a fabric store (or wherever you go to get your leather) and purchase a few feet of faux leather (you can get geniune leather if you want, but for this kind of DIY, faux leather is much cheaper and will do the trick just fine!).
Now you can channel your inner arts and crafts nerd and have fun with it! Cut small strip of leather to wrap around the handle of your DIY paddle. You can coat the wide part of your paddle in the leather fabric for leathery impact! You can even hot glue some large beads onto your paddle before you drape the leather over for a more studded impact. You can find loads of inspiration on how to make a spanking paddle here in our blog post!
How to Use a Leather Spanking Paddle
Leather spanking paddles can be used in countless ways and in many different positions – especially if you’re also peppering some bondage in there… But let’s go over the complete basics of using leather spanking paddles to make sure that everyone’s spanking experience is safe and well-informed!
Communicate Beforehand
Before you just start whipping out your new paddle in the bedroom, just spanking away, it’s important to have an open conversation with your partner beforehand. You should both share your thoughts about your desires, your expectations, and your hesitations about your new spanking adventure. Make sure you’re on the same page and have fully understood the other persons approach.
Consent & Boundaries
Once you’re on the same page, you should also have a talk about your boundaries and consent. Agree on a safe word or a safe gesture that will stop any play immediately if you ever need it.
Have you also made sure you’re both complete PRICKS? I mean, that you’re both aware of Personal Responsibility, Informed, and Consual about your Kink? This is a well-known safety philosophy among kinksters and highlights how you should be approaching your kinky practices responsibly, consensually, and informed.
Get situated...
Alright, before you smack away, you should get in your favorite spanking position. Over the knee is super popular (especially for DDLG dynamics) but not super practical for longer paddles. Any position that basically has your butt sticking out will do just fine! The important thing is to focus the impact around the more meaty areas of the body, where more flesh will be able to take the impact. Be sure to protect bones and organs during spanking sessions!
Warm up!
Once you’re in position and your sub is anxiously waiting for the delicious smacks (who knows, maybe they’re even tied up to elevate that excruciating punishment). Be sure to start out your spanking session with a gentle warm-up first. Get the blood flowing in the area in question with some sensual touches, light massaging, light spanks with your hands, or drag your paddle along their skin. When they’re all nice and warm, you’re ready to play about with your new leather spanking paddle!
How to Clean Leather Spanking Paddles
Spanking paddles are generally quite easy to clean and maintain since they have limited contact with body fluids. It's often sufficient to thoroughly wipe them down with a damp cloth, leave to air dry, and store protected from dust or lint. This is also fine in between individual uses of a leather spanking paddle, but once in a while your genuine leather will need more thorough care. Clean it with a leather cleanser (like saddle soap) and then treat with a leather conditioner to maintain that smooth surface.
materials
Soft plastic, hard plastic, jelly, rubber, Cyberskin are all porous materials, meaning that small particles and bacteria can penetrate the surface. This makes it impossible to completely clean these types of materials.
Therefore, it is recommended that you use a condom with these types of toys, especially if you are sharing them. Clean these toys with mild soapy water and dry gently with a towel. These materials are more easily damaged, so be sure to be gentle and make sure your toys are completely dry before storing.
materials
Silicone, glass, stainless steel and some hard plastics can all be washed using a mild soap (like you would use on your body) and warm water. Just be careful if your toy contains electrical parts.
Silicone and stainless steel toys without any electrical parts can also be boiled for sterilisation.
components
If your toys contain electrical components, be extra careful when cleaning them and always check the instructions provided with the toy. You can use a gentle cloth and soap to wipe or sex toy cleaner or cleaning wipe to down your toy, making sure that no water comes into contact with the electrical parts.