The 9 Best Spanking Paddles for Thrilling Thwacks
Our Reviews of Spanking Paddles Explained
Although there are many different spanking paddles available, they all function the same way, which might make it seem like it doesn’t matter which one you buy: this couldn’t be further from the truth! The differences may be minute, but they actually make a big difference in performance come playtime. Fortunately, I’ve spent over 20 hours comparing spanking paddles to find the best ones you can buy (so you don’t have to!). Judging each paddle on its design, how easy it was to use, and the quality of the item, each paddle has received a rating. This rating (“Bedbible Rating” is scored on a scale of 1 to 5, making it easy to see which products performed the best. However, I also provide scores by category so you can see where that particular paddle really shines (as well as where it could use some improvement!). With the average customer experience represented as the “User Ratings” score, the “Bedbible Rating”, individual category scores, and two written sections per product, you shouldn’t have any trouble finding the perfect paddle for you!
Thuddy vs Stingy Impacts With Different Spanking Paddles
It’s a good idea to determine if you or your sub enjoy “thuddy” or “stingy” impacts more, as this will affect your kinky sex toy options. “Thuddy” impacts are deep, widespread sensations that can penetrate into the skin: they feel similar to being punched in the leg! “Stingy” sensations, on the other hand, are sharp, localized sensations that are felt only on the surface only: think of being poked with a needle! It’s essential to figure out what sensations your partner prefers (especially if you’re a newbie and need some guidance on BDSM for beginners), as most people have a preference. If your partner isn’t into it then it’s no good. You certainly don’t want to waste money on a toy you’ll never use so do the research before: just ask!
Popular Spanking Paddle Materials
Spanking paddles can be made from a wide variety of materials, but we’ve covered the most common options below. Refer to this list when trying to figure out what type of material would work best for you & your partner!
- Satin/Fabric – These paddles tend to deliver “thuddy” hits, but can also provide “semi-stingy” sensations if swung correctly. They’re gentle compared to most other paddle materials.
- Leather/Faux Leather – The sensation depends on the design. If your paddle is made purely of leather/faux leather then the sensation will sting more. However, just like with floggers, thicker leather will deliver more of a “thuddy” sensation. If your paddle contains a core—such as wood—that’s only wrapped in leather (as opposed to being made of purely leather/faux leather) the impacts will be deeper, rather than sharper.
- Silicone – This material is very stingy, but that’s not all: it’s also able to be sterilized, which is important if you plan on using it with multiple partners!
- Wood – Sensations vary, depending on the type of wood used. Heavier wood will be “thuddy”, whereas lighter wood will be more “stingy”.
- Acrylic – These paddles can deliver quite a sting, although the final sensation will depend on the design of the paddle.
- Faux Fur – Soft to the touch and gentle on impact, these paddles won’t deliver a lot of punishment (but the sensations that they do deliver will be on the “thuddy” side!).
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The 9 Best Spanking Paddles in Test
Sportsheets Leather Slut Slapper Paddle
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Love to make an impression? Then this is going to be your new favorite toy. This high-quality, stitched leather slapping paddle by Sportsheets is simultaneously stylish AND very kinky. It is fairly firm and features a split (double-layered) paddle that delivers super-loud, satisfying slaps and thwacks to your sub. Slap hard enough and they’ll get everything they deserve, plus you get to have the satisfaction of seeing them branded a SLUT too, thanks to the cut-out leather logo design on this BDSM paddle. The leather wrist loop on the handle means you won’t lose your grip during punishment sessions either.
The Sportsheets Leather Slut Slapper Paddle was rated 30 out of 100 meaning that it is most suitable for someone with some experience
| Length | 13 inches |
| Materials | Leather |
A great choice for spanking beginners and expert alike, the Sportsheets Slut Slapper is my clear Test Winner for this review. It is sure to make one hell of a noise during paddle slapping, but is also fairly easy to regulate the amount of pain dished out with each stroke. Those more advanced will delight in the imprint it leaves behind during rougher play. This BDSM paddle is more suitable for people who love those stingy impacts, as it differs in design from more thuddy spanking paddles like the Kinklab Panamorphic 3-in-1 Paddle. Additionally, it’s available at a pretty reasonable price!
Bondage Boutique Faux Crocodile Leather Paddle
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Well designed and wide enough to give a gamut of sensations from softer taps to stinging slaps, the Bondage Boutique Faux Crocodile Paddle is the cheapest in this round-up review, but it gives a lot of payoff nevertheless. Simple, yet effective, this faux leather spanking paddle has a crocodile-skin texture that looks cool and can also imprint patterns on your sub’s skin should more savage punishment be required. It features an 11-inch long handle with wrist strap to prevent you from losing your grasp on it and missing your sexy, submissive target. Choose to spank your victim using the lightly padded side for gentler sensations, or flip the paddle over and force them to give themselves over to your mercy as you use the hard, smooth side.
Non-intimidating if you are new to the naughty sensations of BDSM, this is a great all-round toy for paddle spanking that is popular with couples and those into casual, kinky play. I found that the broad design provides more comfortable, thuddy spanks when giving light to moderately intense spankings. I also think it’s available at an attractive price which will allow you to have the pleasure of punishing your playmate, but not your bank balance.
Lovehoney Satin and Leather Spanking Paddle
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The Lovehoney Satin and Leather Spanking Paddle is a firm favorite with beginners and lovers of light bondage play. This spanking paddle gives you the variety of play that newbies and non-hardcore kinksters may be looking for! The design features two different sides. Turn this BDSM paddle one way and you are presented with a lightly padded side covered in creamy soft silver satin. Use this side to caress and titillate the body in between strokes to increase sensation, and to soothe and reward your sub after a session. If you want to progress to more sting in your spank, flip the BDSM paddle over to the less-forgiving, black faux leather side. This side gives a much firmer thwack that will have your playmate writhing and begging for more. With an ergonomic design, this paddle feels comfortable when held, and has a wrist strap to keep it secure no matter how hard you spank.
The Lovehoney Satin and Leather Spanking Paddle was rated 0 out of 100 meaning that it is most suitable for a complete beginner
| Length | 13 inches |
| Materials | Faux Leather, Satin |
Those searching a more intense spanking experience may find the Lovehoney Satin and Leather Spanking Paddle a bit mild. That’s why I’ve selected as the perfect beginner’s option. It’s definitely not a heavy duty spanking paddle, but it’s sturdy enough to provide firm spanks and, best of all, the dual sided paddle can provide multiple sensations during both impact play and snesation play! On top of that, it’s simple, subtle, easy to transport, and super affordable. I believe this is a really great spanking paddle for beginners and kinksters with light experience.
Pipedream Fetish Fantasy Rubber Paddle
Made from a firm yet slightly flexible rubber, the Fetish Fantasy Rubber Paddle may not be the prettiest spanking paddle on the block, but it sure is one of the meanest. The double-sided design looks a bit like rubber tire treads and features a range of different textures. There are nubs and bumps everywhere, although they are less pronounced on one side to ensure a good, solid sting, whereas the other side is covered with longer, spikier nubs for more severe sensations all over the body. Holes in the head of the paddle minimize air resistance, which means your stroke won’t be slowed down and the pain to your sub will be direct. The textured handle gives amazing grip, and could also be used in other ways during play.
The Pipedream Fetish Fantasy Rubber Paddle was rated 50 out of 100 meaning that it is most suitable for someone with some experience
| Length | 11 inches |
| Materials | PVC |
| Texture | Nubs, bumps, and spikes |
If you’ve already experimented with gentler paddles and you’re looking to up your game, there’s no doubt that this rubber spanking paddle will please. For intermediate and seasoned players, I really think the Fetish Fantasy Rubber Paddle will guarantee that your sub will get so much sensation out of your punishment sessions that they won’t be able to sit down for days without being reminded of them. Why? Because they hurt so good…
Of course, compared to the Lovehoney Satin and Leather Spanking Paddle and the Sportsheets Slut Leather Slapper Paddle, this PVC spanking paddle will not be able to provide that classic BDSM faux leather look and feel. Consider whether or not this type of rubber feel is what you want in your new spanking paddle.
Fetish Fantasy Extreme Advanced Silicone Spanking Paddle
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The Fetish Fantasy Extreme Spanking Paddle is made from super springy silicone with a somewhat heavier weight than some of the other paddles for spanking in this review. The extra weight, combined with the long, thin spanking surface, allows for some severe sensations. Firm yet velvety to the touch, one side of this spanking paddle is smooth for an intense, deep sting. The reverse side has a raised diamond texture which bites into bare skin and leaves a very rosy glow indeed. Another advantage of silicone is that it is extremely resistant to temperature, so you can even heat up or cool down the Fetish Fantasy Extreme and add the erotic dimension of temperature play during playtime. It’s also waterproof, so don’t hesitate to indulge in some spanking sexy kink in the tub or shower with BDSM paddle.
The Fetish Fantasy Extreme Advanced Silicone Spanking Paddle was rated 70 out of 100 meaning that it is most suitable for someone with some experience
| Length | 16 inches |
| Materials | Silicone |
| Waterproof | Fully Submersible |
This is a simple, yet very effective spanking paddle that is sure to make its mark. It’s nicely weighted and flexible enough that even inflicting an intense spanking session on your sub won’t tire you out. It’s also fantastic quality and surprisingly versatile. I would highly recommend the Fetish Fantasy Extreme Silicone spanking paddle – especially if you’re looking for another sutrdy alternative to leather spanking paddles. I will remind you that this is probably better suited for advanced users or kinksters with a bit of experience.
ElectraStim Bi-Polar ElectraPaddle Leather Spanking Paddle
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Are you ready for intense erotic electro sex that will transform your bondage play? Experience ecstasy like never before with the ElectraStim Bi-Polar ElectraPaddle. Even at first glance this BDSM paddle already looks exciting. Its sleek, stitched black leather construction screams quality, and it has a smooth, wide paddle for incredible teasing smacks and resounding whacks. But this baby has another sting in its tail. Turn it over and you’ll see three metal electrodes that can be hooked up to an E-Stim power pack to deliver highly charged sensations wherever you choose on your partner’s skin. Keep the current low to get them tingling, then crank it up for intoxicating pleasure and explosive orgasms. Don’t forget to apply a special conductive gel to maximize every sensation and be sure to not use the ElectraPaddle above the waist.
The ElectraStim Bi-Polar ElectraPaddle Leather Spanking Paddle was rated 90 out of 100 meaning that it is most suitable for someone with considerable experience
| Length | 13.5 inches |
| Width | 3.25 inches |
| Materials | Leather, Metal |
This spanking paddle essentially performs two jobs, delivering pounding punishment with the smooth side, or electrifying sensations with the other. We found that the electric charges are easier to feel when the paddle is used to stroke and tease delicate areas such as the genitals or inner thigh. For the most blended experience, alternate between spanking with the smooth side and applying the other side to titillate your sub by zapping or tingling sensitive areas. This is definitely my top pick for e-stim spanking paddles!
Sportsheets Saffron Acrylic Spanker
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Do you want a lot of sting per swing? The Sportsheets Saffron Acrylic Spanker will give you the goods. Made from firm yet flexible acrylic, this spanking paddle has a total overall length of 13 inches, and a whopping impact surface of 8 inches in length. This generously sized impact surface is made of durable transparent acrylic and has 13 holes cut into it which reduce air resistance, allowing you to strike harder and faster for maximum effect. Depending on the severity of your punishment, the holes can also mark the skin in a sexy dotted pattern. The clear acrylic allows you to see right through to the action, to see the skin of your sub tremble and redden as you make contact. The design also features a 5-inch, smooth PVC handle complete with a handy wrist strap so you won’t lose control of this BDSM paddle when your sessions get wild.
The Sportsheets Saffron Acrylic Spanker was rated 50 out of 100 meaning that it is most suitable for someone with some experience
| Length | 13 inches |
| Materials | Acrylic, PVC, Nylon |
The Saffron Acrylic Spanker is part of an attractive range of BDSM toys by Sportsheets. It’s of fantastic quality, and the long impact surface coupled with the added speed and swish will give a damn good spanking to bad girls and boys. Although this spanking paddle is easy to use, it can be quite severe, so it is probably best left to those who know their way around a paddle a little already. This BDSM paddle also stands out from all the other spanking paddels in this review, as it is made of transparent acrylic. Watch your subs parts react to your spanks first-hand!
Kinklab Panamorphic 3-in-1 Paddle
If you want erotic sensory play AND impact play all rolled into one, look no further than the Panamorphic 3-in-1. Cleverly designed, this black, faux leather spanking paddle features one wide, smooth side for when a straightforward, good hard spanking is necessary — but the opposite side is another story altogether! This side gives the option of interchangeable pads for different sensations and styles of play. The first pad is covered in velvety-soft faux fur for phenomenal foreplay or soothing sore buttocks between smacks. The second is studded with 11 devilish spikes for extreme discipline as required, or if Dom is feeling gener