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The best clitoral suction toys, tried and tested
The most satisfying buys, according to over 100 women

If the term “suction device” makes you think of a vacuum cleaner, then gather round because we have news. Also known as clitoral suction toys, these gadgets won’t do much for your floors, but they should deliver excellent customer satisfaction. Designed to mimic oral pleasure, the best clitoral suction toys offer something different to your classic rabbit or bullet vibrator.
They can be used for solo use or for couples’ play – either way, they make a pleasurable addition to the bedroom. This is thanks to their innovative pulsating air technology, which increases blood flow and pressure down there, to deliver more powerful orgasms (that’s the idea anyway).
We've also tried and tested the more classic best rabbit vibrators and best bullet vibrators. If you're looking to spice things up with your spouse, take a look at our best vibrators for couples.
There are lots of different designs available – including the viral Lovehoney Rose vibrator – offering a range of different modes and settings, so we assembled our team of at-home testers to trial some of the best suction toys on the market and give us their honest feedback. Tough gig, right?
See our winners at a glance below, but read on for full reviews, plus expert advice from Annabelle Knight in-house expert at sex toy retailer, Lovehoney.
What is a clitoral suction toy?
“A clitoral suction toy is a type of vibrator that uses air suction to provide stimulation,” explains Knight. “Made popular by the Womanizer brand and its pleasure air technology, they create suction around the clitoris, and then send pulses of air through the head to modulate the pressure between high and low, simulating a 'sucking' sensation.”
Why are clitoral suction toys so popular?
One of the reasons clitoral suction toys have taken off on social media is because they offer a totally unique sensation. It would be very hard to get the same results from another type of toy.
They’re also great for beginners who don’t want anything too powerful or overwhelming. “The pulsations can be gentler than standard vibrators, while giving targeted and intense stimulation,” explains Knight.
How we test suction vibrators
We asked our Good Housekeeping Institute testing panel, made up of experienced sex toy users, to try out a range of clitoral suction devices over a few weeks, to help us find the most satisfying buys.
We asked them for detailed feedback on speed and intensity settings, ease of use, and overall performance. We also considered noise levels, battery life, any accompanying apps, discretion and portability.
Madeleine is our Lifestyle Writer, specialising in expert-tested reviews and round-ups on the latest beauty Beauty and Health & Wellness products. From skincare to protein powders, Maddie is committed to providing honest and helpful reviews to help guide readers to the best product for them. Maddie has a BA in English Literature and Language, which stemmed from her lifelong interest in reading and writing. She started her post graduate life at Hearst UK within a marketing capacity, which quickly turned into a desire to fulfil a writing career.
When she is not writing about the latest expert reviewed products, you can find her rifling through vintage shops or car boots, reading a print magazine, or capturing portraits on her film camera.
Kim Hawley is our health and fitness product tester. Her career in fitness has spanned over 30 years. Prior to joining the Good Housekeeping Institute, she worked as a personal trainer, writer and fitness instructor for some of London’s most prestigious health clubs, including The Harbour Club, David Lloyd and The Chelsea Club. Passionate about women’s health and fitness, especially in pre/post menopause, she is also a Level 4 PT and holds a professional nutritional qualification. Kim is responsible for rigorously testing everything from cross trainers to smart watches.


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