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The right masturbator comes down to type, material and care, not price. Many are made of TPE, a material manufacturers describe as porous, so it needs a thorough wash and complete drying after every use. Use water-based lube unless the packaging says otherwise, and keep it for yourself.
THE ESSENTIALS IN 30 SECONDS
- Type matters more than brand: hand-held, suction, automatic or vibrating, each with its own care and use.
- Manufacturer instructions describe TPE as porous. Rinse, clean and dry it completely every time.
- Water-based lube is the default. According to the product pages, silicone lube can alter TPE.
- Size: look at the inner diameter and the insertable length on the product page, not just the total length.
- Pain, numbness, a colour change or swelling: you stop. If something gets stuck, go to the emergency room.
In the site chat, questions about masturbators often start with whether it has a stand or an up-and-down motion. People also ask about the material, for example whether it is silicone. It is an adults-only (18+) product and there is no reason to feel awkward asking. Here you will find the types, the materials, how to choose a size, which lube fits and how to look after it. If you searched for it spelled "αυνανηστήρι", do not worry: it is the same product, only the spelling changes.
Male masturbators: what they are and the types
A masturbator (abroad you will also see it called a pocket pussy) is a casing or sleeve with inner textures that surrounds the penis. From there the differences are large. The table is based on what our product pages say.
| Type | How it works | Who it suits | Care and caution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open-ended (SONO No.92) | Open channel, can be turned inside out | Anyone who wants something small, discreet and easy to clean | Lukewarm water and mild soap or a toy cleaner, according to the page |
| Hand-held with textures (Easy Rider) | Textured interior, you move it yourself | Small and textured, for solo use | Water-based lube, store in a cool, dry place |
| Vacuum cup (Pretty Love Alisa) | Closed cup, adjustable suction by turning the base | Anyone who wants to control the intensity by hand | If the suction gets intense, you loosen the base |
| Automatic (Pretty Love Calista) | Motor with 5 thrusting programs and 5 speeds | Anyone who wants motion without effort | USB-C charging, do not submerge the whole device in water |
| Vibrating with heating (Fleshlight Quiver) | 10 vibration patterns, 6 intensity levels, heating | Anyone who wants more settings | Take the sleeve out of the case after use |
There are also devices that combine a pump with suction. For the pressure, read the safety section below and our guide to penis pumps.
Materials: TPE, silicone and what "porous" means
Porous means a material with microscopic gaps on the surface, where fluids and microbes can remain. In the sex toy industry TPE (and TPR) is considered porous, while silicone, glass and ABS are not. That is the common distinction in the trade. The Pretty Love Alisa page says it outright: "TPE is a porous material, so thorough cleaning and complete drying are essential" (our translation from the Greek page).
There is also one small study. On two vibrators, one made of thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) and one of silicone, researchers tested for HPV before and after cleaning with a commercial cleaner. On the TPE vibrator the virus was still detected 24 hours later in 2 of the 5 samples that were positive right after cleaning. On silicone it was detected in none. The study involved 12 women and vibrators, not masturbators, so it points in a direction and proves nothing about every product.
The material is stated on each product page and on the packaging. If you have a history of allergy to a material, read the notes before you buy and ask a pharmacist.
My view: if the washing does not put you off, TPE is a perfectly good choice, and many people prefer its soft, realistic feel, as the pages describe it. If you want the easiest hygiene, look for silicone on the product page. We do not claim that one lasts longer than the other, because we have no source.
How to choose size and texture
There is no "suitable for X cm" table that applies everywhere, because every design has a different shape and stretch. Look at three things on the page: the inner diameter, the insertable length (the usable length) and the total length (including the base or case).
Two examples from our range. The FLESHLIGHT Quiver states an insertable length of 22.8 cm and a total length of 25.4 cm. The SONO No.92 is open-ended, with an inner diameter of 2 cm and a total height of 4 cm. The page says that turning it inside out allows movement along the whole shaft. The Pretty Love Calista has a "universal" design that adapts to different sizes, according to the page.
For texture, my rule is simple: a textured interior gives a more intense feel, a smooth one a gentler feel. In the Fleshlight Girls category you will find the brand's products with different inner textures, and separately the High Tech masturbators for anyone who wants a motor or suction.
Lube: which one fits and which one damages the material
The safe default is water-based lube. Our product pages are clear: the Pretty Love Alisa says that silicone and oil-based lubes "wear down TPE", and the Easy Rider says that silicone lubes may alter the material. The FLESHLIGHT Quiver also asks for water-based lube only.
So before you apply anything, read the packaging. If you want to understand the difference between water and silicone, we have a whole guide: water or silicone lube. To choose, see the water-based lubes.
Use plenty: the pages ask for generous or abundant lube at the entrance and inside.
Cleaning and storage, step by step
Here we follow the instructions of the products themselves, which agree with each other:
- After every use, rinse with lukewarm water, inside and out, so the lube leaves all the textures.
- Wash with mild soap or with a toy cleaner.
- Dry it completely before you store it. The Alisa and Quiver pages ask for full drying.
- Store it in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight (instruction from the Easy Rider page).
- On electric devices, do not submerge the whole device in water (instruction from the Calista page). On the Quiver, take the sleeve out of the case first.
The Pretty Love Alisa also suggests a renewing powder to keep the TPE texture. It is optional. If the material turns sticky or tears, my view is that it is nearly time to replace it. That is my own opinion and the manufacturer does not state it.
Sharing: we do not recommend it. In the study we mentioned, HPV was detected on a vibrator right after use and stayed detectable on the TPE for up to 24 hours after cleaning. The authors write that this supports the potential for transmission through shared use. If you wonder whether you need a check-up or precautions, ask a doctor.
Safety: when you stop
For automatic devices and suction we found no published medical guidance, so we will not give you a "safe duration" or a "safe pressure". The position below is our own and cautious.
If you feel pain, numbness, a colour change or swelling, stop and take it off. Start automatic devices on the lowest setting, as the Calista page suggests, and loosen the suction if it gets intense. If something gets stuck or will not come off, go to the emergency room and say what happened. They do not judge. For persistent pain or difficulty, talk to a doctor or a sexologist.
Discretion and storing it at home
For the parcel: our delivery terms page says that all orders are sent in neutral, discreet packaging, with no logo or mark that reveals the contents.
For the home: people who want something that does not stand out look at the discreet masturbators. The Pretty Love Alisa has a hard outer shell and, according to the page, looks like a travel mug. As for noise, some pages state it in dB (the MaxLift says 60 dB) and most do not, so if quiet matters, ask us before you order. Hand-held ones have no motor.
What we have in the shop
The whole range is in the masturbators category. These are my picks to cover the main types.
Open-ended, small and easy to clean:
N0. 92 - Reversible Textured Masturbator - Transparent
€14.90 €19.90 -25%
In stock, last 2 units
View productVacuum cup with suction you set with the base:
Pretty Love | Alisa | Vacuum Cup Masturbator with Textured Interior
€14.90 €24.90 -40%
In stock, last 4 units
View productSmall and textured, for solo use:
Automatic with five programs, if you want motion without effort:
Pretty Love | Calista | Universal Automatic Masturbator Black
€99.90 €129.90 -23%
In stock, last 2 units
View productVibrating, with heating and a chrome case:
FLESHLIGHT - QUIVER RECHARGEABLE VIBRATING MASTURBATOR VAGINA
€119.90
In stock, last 2 units
View productFrequently asked questions
How long does a masturbator last?There is no published lifespan. It depends on the material, the lube you use and how well you clean and dry it. The wrong lube wears down TPE, according to the product pages. When the texture changes, turns sticky or tears, replace it.
We do not recommend it. In a study of 12 women, HPV was detected on vibrators even after cleaning, and the authors speak of a potential for transmission. If you both want to try, ask a doctor about precautions and consider two separate products.
Some products, like the Calista, state a "universal" design, others have a stretchy, narrow interior, like the Easy Rider. Check the inner diameter and the insertable length on the page. There is no "right" size for everyone, only the one that is comfortable without pain.
On TPE, not without checking: the Alisa and Easy Rider pages warn that silicone lube alters it. Read the packaging. With water-based lube you take no risk. More in the lube guide.
We have no "normal" number to give you. An online survey of 1,578 men found motivations for masturbation that were both sexual and non-sexual. It does not show cause. If pain or sensitivity worries you, talk to a doctor or a sexologist.
Store it dry, in a cool place away from sunlight, in its packaging or in a fabric bag. Discreet models, like the Alisa, look like an everyday object. Do not close it away damp, because drying matters.
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