Guide to Vibrating Cock Rings

A vibrating cock ring is a small sex toy that slides over your penis and sits at the base. They’re fitted with a vibrator and come in a range of styles. Pictured is the BASICS Vibrating Rabbit Cock Ring, a great first-time option!

How can you identify a vibrating cock ring? Well, the most basic kind is a stretchy, single-use ring with a small bullet vibrator at the top, but there are also double rings that offer tandem constriction of the testicles as well as the shaft, and triple stimulators that also caress the perineum.

The added vibrations have the power to stimulate your partner during sex. And despite the name, you don't even need a penis to enjoy one!

Before you use a vibrating cock ring, you need to put it on. For full guidance on wearing a cock ring, check out our guide on How to Use Cock Rings. But here's a quick blow-by-blow:

If it's your first time, use a stretchy cock ring, like the Tracey Cox Supersex Love Ring.

Wait until you’re fully erect, apply a little water-based lube around the inside of the ring and stretch it out between your fingers. Place it at the base of your erection. If you’re using a double ring, gently stretch the second ring to sit around your testicles, or at the base of your penis.

Once you’re comfy with the feel and fit of the cock ring, you can begin to experiment with the vibrations. Turn them on using the push button or switch, and move through the settings if it features multi-speed or multifunction vibrations.

Once in place, you should notice your penis becoming engorged due to the restriction of blood flow.

Just like non-vibrating cock rings, the vibrating versions reduce blood flow out of the penis, which can help boost the size and hardness of your erection and also increase stamina. This means that many people who wear a vibrating cock ring experience more pleasurable sex and masturbation.

Cock rings at the cheaper end of the scale tend to be made from skin-safe rubber, which is super-stretchy and suitable for use with both water and silicone-based lubricants.

Mid-range materials include TPE, TPR and PVC. TPE is nice and stretchy but often contains latex, something to be aware of if you have sensitive skin or a specific allergy. PVC is less stretchy and more akin to silicone.

Higher-end cock rings like the We-Vibe Pivot tend to be made from silicone, which is silky-smooth and hypoallergenic but less supple than some materials. Silicone toys can only be used with water-based lubricant.

They also may feature handy extra features, like rechargeable batteries, remote controls and even app connectivity.

Positions where you and your partner can press your bodies together are best for vibrating cock rings as you can freely adjust the level of contact you have with the vibrations. This means classic missionary is one of your best options to enjoy with cock rings: maximum contact with the clitoris means both of you can benefit from the vibrations. Plus, missionary is strap-on sex friendly - just slip the ring over your strap-on and go.

Your partner-on-top is great too, as they can press and grind against the part of the ring that vibrates, with total control over the level of pressure. Most people find grinding is more enjoyable than full-on thrusting as it gives your partner control over contact with the bullet.

We recommend starting with a little guy, like the Lovehoney Ignite Vibrating Love Ring, so you can both figure out what feels best to you.

But you definitely don't need to be with a partner to enjoy a cock ring - if you have a penis, use one to enhance masturbation, or slip it over your fingers and use it as a clitoral vibe.