Best Dildos 2026, Ranked
Mr Hankey's Perfect Penis is the best dildo for most people: platinum silicone, four sizes from 6½ inches, the firmness you choose, from $126. For a first dildo, the Tantus Silk Medium ($42). For G-spot pressure, njoy's steel Pure Wand ($150). For the most skin-like feel, Vixen's Maverick ($140). On a budget, Lovehoney's Lifelike Lover Luxe ($30 on sale).
The ranking below sorts eleven dildo makers by overall review score, which counts shipping, service and value along with the toy itself. Under it are the six dildos I'd buy, what each maker is for, and a size and price table read off the makers' own sites on September 23, 2026. Silicone, steel, or glass: no jelly, no TPE, no mystery materials. These are the dildo brands I trust with my body in 2026.
Dildo makers, ranked by overall score
The Short Version
The Perfect Penis from Mr Hankey's is the dildo I'd hand to most people, for the same reasons it tops my realistic ranking: four sizes from 6½ to 10½ inches insertable, four firmness levels, platinum silicone hand-poured in California, and a small that starts at $125.95. If that's more dildo than you want for a first one, the Tantus Silk Medium is 5¼ inches of smooth platinum silicone for $42, and it's the one I tell most beginners to buy. If you've never used anything at all, the $32 Silk Small is the gentler start.
Steel is its own category and njoy owns it: the Pure Wand is $150, a pound and a half of polished stainless, and still the G-spot toy I'd buy first. For the most skin-like feel, Vixen's VixSkin Maverick ($140) is the benchmark. Fantasy shapes start with Mr Hankey's BFG, whose XS is $65.95, and the cheapest silicone worth buying is Lovehoney's Lifelike Lover Luxe at $30 on sale. The ranking above scores whole makers, which also weighs shipping, service and value, so it won't line up one to one with these six.
Four sizes, 6½ to 10½ inches insertable, four firmness levels, and the harness ring size printed for every size. Also my pick for best realistic dildo.
See the sizes →Direct link5¼ inches long and 1.1 across, smooth platinum silicone with a gentle curve. The white t-shirt of dildos.
See it at Tantus →Direct linkA pound and a half of polished stainless steel that has ruined every other G-spot toy for me. Two ends, 1½ and 1 inch across.
See it at njoy →Direct linkVixSkin at 6¾ by 2 inches: a soft skin layer over a solid core. Two minutes under warm water before you use it.
See it at Vixen →Direct linkFive sizes, from a 7-inch XS at $65.95 to a 13-inch XXL at $197.95, in the same platinum silicone and firmness menu as the Perfect Penis.
See the sizes →Direct linkSilicone, 5 inches insertable, on a suction cup that also fits a harness; $39.99 at list. The cheapest of these six, and something I'd happily put inside a body.
See it at Lovehoney →Direct link
How We Test Dildos
Material verification comes first. I do a flame test and smell test on every silicone dildo to confirm it's actually platinum-cure, not TPE dressed up with a silicone label. Then I assess firmness, flexibility, surface texture, and how well the shape works for its intended purpose (G-spot, anal, harness use, whatever the brand claims). Suction cups get tested on tile, glass, and hardwood. Dual-density models get squeezed, bent, and compared against single-density versions of similar size. Scores use the same weighting as every review on the site: product quality and design carry roughly 25% each, value about 20%, and ordering, shipping and customer service the rest. Full scoring breakdown on my testing page.
I also track longevity. A dildo that develops surface tears or loses its firmness after three months of regular use fails regardless of first impressions. Silicone should last years. If it doesn't, the manufacturer cut corners on the cure process.
The Makers, and What Each One Is For
Mr Hankey's: the best silicone, the widest range
Mr Hankey's makes realistic sculpts, lifecasts and fantasy pieces, hand-poured in California, most in four to six sizes with four firmness levels from 40% soft to extra firm. XS pieces start at $65.95, the Perfect Penis runs $125.95 to $189.95, the BFG $65.95 to $197.95, and the 4XL Goliath tops the range at $327.95. There are no returns unless the toy is defective, so read the spec table before you order.
njoy: steel
njoy makes polished stainless steel, plus a titanium Pure Wand at $350. The stainless Pure Wand ($150) is the G-spot toy, the Fun Wand ($110) is the lighter, gentler one, Pure Plugs run $75 to $95, and the 11-inch Eleven is a $400 sculpture you can use. Every piece will outlive you and weighs more than it looks, and a few minutes in warm or cold water turns any of them into a temperature toy.
Vixen Creations: dual density
Vixen Creations hand-pours in Austin, Texas, and is still the benchmark for skin-like feel. VixSkin runs from the Spur ($96, 4¾ by 1¼ inches) to the Gambler ($224), with the Mustang from $136 and the Maverick at $140; the new triple-core VixSkin X is $312 to $330, and the single-density Original Formula Johnny is $84. VixSkin dildos like the Spur, Mustang, Maverick and Gambler have a non-slip base made for a harness, and all sales are final.
SquarePeg: soft silicone, long size ladders
SquarePeg is the maker for people who want to pick an exact size. The G Squeeze G-spot dildo starts at $34, the realistic Nathan and Dirk run $69 to $79 ($49 to $69 in the harness versions), and the Slink depth trainer runs $69 to $369 depending on size, which is why SquarePeg also sits in the size play ranking.
New York Toy Collective: pack-and-play
New York Toy Collective is trans-founded, with dildos that double as packers. The Shilo is $179.99 (6¼ inches insertable, 1½ across) and the thicker Carter $199.99, both dual-density silicone. The whole range showed as sold out on September 23, 2026.
Tantus: safe and affordable
Tantus sells platinum silicone at prices only Lovehoney's sales beat. The Silk Small is $32 (4¼ inches long, 0.8 across), the Silk Medium $42 (5¼ by 1.1) and the Silk Large $52 (7 by 1.5). The Acute ($42, 5 inches by 1¼) curves toward the G-spot, and the O2 dual-density line runs $47 to $105.
Fun Factory: German design
Fun Factory makes silicone dildos with a design streak. On its own shop the Limba Flex is €23.95 to €37.95, the Amor €29.95, the Magnum €33.95 and the Bouncer €42.95. Those prices are in euros because Fun Factory's US store was password-locked when I checked on September 23, 2026.
Primal Hardwere: fantasy, the ethical way
Primal Hardwere is the Bad Dragon alternative I point people to. Its dildos list from $55 (Manny) to $135 (Spelunker) before options, in three firmness levels with glow and metallic colors.
Bad Dragon: the fantasy name everyone knows
Bad Dragon popularized fantasy shapes and custom pours, with firmness, size and color chosen per order. Prices vary with all three, and the drop-based ordering is its own hobby. The fantasy ranking has the full comparison.
Lovehoney: the cheapest silicone worth buying
Lovehoney's Lifelike Lover Luxe line is the budget answer: $29.99 for the 6-inch and $39.99 for the 8-inch on sale, $24.99 for a color-changing 7-inch, and $99.99 for the Ultra Realistic 6.5-inch. The 6-inch has 5 inches insertable, a suction cup and a harness-compatible base.
Doc Johnson: read the material line
Doc Johnson's Silex-D is the buy: liquid silicone, boilable, $35.20 for the 6-inch Original and $71.52 for the 7-inch Real Skin, up to $119 for Premium Real Skin. The UltraSkyn pieces next to it, Signature Cocks included, are thermoplastic, so check the material before anything goes in the cart.
Sizes and Prices, Side by Side
Makers measure differently. Mr Hankey's lists insertable length and circumference for every size, so widths below are converted from the mid-shaft circumference. Tantus gives overall length and diameter (insertable length for the Acute), njoy overall length and the diameter at each end, Vixen and NYTC insertable length and width, Lovehoney insertable length and circumference, and Doc Johnson a nominal length. Size names are the makers' own.
| Model | Length | Width | Material | Base | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Hankey's Perfect Penis, Small | 6½ in insertable | ≈1.6 in (5 in around) | Platinum silicone, 4 firmness levels | Flat, 2½ in harness ring | $125.95 |
| Mr Hankey's BFG, XS | 7 in insertable | ≈1.6 in (5 in around) | Platinum silicone, 4 firmness levels | Not listed | $65.95 |
| Mr Hankey's BFG, Medium | 10 in insertable | ≈2.5 in (7.75 in around) | Platinum silicone, 4 firmness levels | Not listed | $149.95 |
| Tantus Silk Small | 4¼ in long | 0.8 in | Platinum silicone | Not listed | $32 |
| Tantus Silk Medium | 5¼ in long | 1.1 in | Platinum silicone | Not listed | $42 |
| Tantus Silk Large | 7 in long | 1.5 in | Platinum silicone | Not listed | $52 |
| Tantus Acute | 5 in insertable | 1.25 in | Platinum silicone, G-spot curve | Not listed | $42 |
| njoy Pure Wand | 8 in long | 1.5 in and 1 in ends | Stainless steel, 1.5 lb | Double-ended, no base | $150 |
| njoy Fun Wand | 8 in long | 1 in and 0.75 in ends | Stainless steel, 12 oz | Double-ended, no base | $110 |
| Vixen Spur | 4¾ in insertable | 1¼ in | VixSkin dual density | Flat, non-slip, harness | $96 |
| Vixen Mustang | 6½ in insertable | 1⅝ in | VixSkin dual density | Flat, non-slip, harness | from $136 |
| Vixen Maverick | 6¾ in insertable | 2 in | VixSkin dual density | Flat, non-slip, harness | $140 |
| Lovehoney Lifelike Lover Luxe 6 Inch | 5 in insertable | ≈1.3 in (4 in around) | Silicone | Suction cup, harness compatible | $29.99 (list $39.99) |
| Doc Johnson Silex-D Real Skin, Model 1 (7") | 7 in (nominal) | Not listed | Liquid silicone | Not listed | $71.52 |
| NYTC Shilo | 6¼ in insertable | 1½ in | Dual-density silicone | 3 in base, removable suction cup | $179.99 (sold out) |
Prices and measurements read from each maker's own site on September 23, 2026, before options, tax and shipping. Mr Hankey's 40% soft and extra firm pours add $15.95. Lovehoney prices are sale prices. Fun Factory is left out of the table because its prices are in euros, and Bad Dragon because its price depends on the size, firmness and color picked for each order.
How to Choose the Right Dildo
Start with purpose. G-spot stimulation wants a curve and some firmness. Harness play needs a flared base and enough rigidity to thrust without folding. Anal use demands a flared base, period, no exceptions. Decoration for a shelf needs nothing. Figure out what you're doing with it before you care about brand or price.
Size trips up first-time buyers constantly. Start around 1 to 1.25 inches in diameter and 5 to 6 inches insertable length. That's average, manageable, and enough to know whether you want bigger or smaller next time. The Tantus Silk Medium (5¼ inches long, 1.1 across) sits at the gentle end of this range. Buying something massive because it looks exciting in the photos is how people end up with an expensive display piece they never use.
Firmness matters more than size for most people, and it's the detail that Amazon listings never mention. A soft dildo compresses during use and feels smaller than its measurements suggest. A firm one feels every millimeter. Brands like Mr Hankey's and Bad Dragon let you pick firmness at checkout. If you're unsure, medium is the safe bet. Too soft and it won't hold shape during thrusting. Too firm and it can feel clinical.
Budget reality: $32 to $42 gets you body-safe silicone from Tantus that'll last years, and Lovehoney's Lifelike Lover Luxe is $30 on sale. $47 to $105 gets dual density from Tantus's O2 line, and $96 to $224 buys VixSkin from Vixen Creations. $66 and up buys Mr Hankey's, where you choose size and firmness (the Perfect Penis starts at $125.95), or a lifetime steel piece like the $150 njoy Pure Wand. The jump from $30 to $60 is the biggest quality leap. Above $100, you're paying for customization and craftsmanship rather than a fundamentally better experience. My body-safe materials guide explains what you're actually getting at each price tier.
Types of Dildos and Materials
Realistic Dildos
Vixen Creations VixSkin line is the benchmark. Dual-density silicone with a firm core and soft outer layer that mimics actual skin-over-erection feel. The Mustang and Bandit are perennial favorites for penetration and harness use. Mr Hankey's takes realism further with hand-poured models at multiple firmness levels and obsessively detailed measurements. If you want something that looks and feels anatomical, these two brands own the conversation. The full realistic dildo ranking has every maker's sizes and prices side by side.
Fantasy & Exotic Dildos
Bad Dragon popularized fantasy shapes and custom pours, and their silicone quality backs up the hype. Primal Hardwere is the ethical alternative with comparable platinum-cure silicone, shorter wait times, and creature designs that rival Bad Dragon's catalog. Custom firmness and color options on both. Not everyone wants something shaped like a human body. No judgment here. More detail in my Bad Dragon vs Mr Hankey's comparison.
Classic & Smooth Dildos
Tantus owns this space. The Silk Small ($32) is one of the best first dildos ever made: smooth, tapered, body-safe, and cheap enough that you're not sweating the purchase. Their entire line uses platinum-cure silicone at prices that undercut everyone else. New York Toy Collective adds inclusive design with their pack-and-play prosthetics that double as penetrative toys.
Stainless Steel & Glass
The njoy Pure Wand ($150) is legendary for G-spot stimulation. No motor, no battery, no parts to break. Just a curved stainless steel rod that uses weight and pressure to hit the right spot. It will outlast every silicone toy you own. Glass dildos offer temperature play (run under hot or cold water) and visual appeal. Both materials are nonporous, sterilizable, and essentially indestructible.
Dual-Density Silicone
Firm core, soft exterior. This construction is why people pay $47 and up instead of $32 for a solid silicone model. Vixen Creations invented VixSkin and still does it best. New York Toy Collective and Tantus's O2 line offer dual-density too, at very different prices. The feel difference between solid and dual-density silicone is dramatic enough that most people don't go back once they've tried it.
G-Spot Dildos
A curve does more than length here. The Tantus Acute ($42, 5 inches insertable, 1¼ across) is the silicone one, SquarePeg's G Squeeze starts at $34 in its softer silicone, and the njoy Pure Wand does it with a pound and a half of steel for $150.
Body-Safe Materials
Platinum-cure silicone, stainless steel and borosilicate glass are nonporous, so they can be boiled or sterilized and they don't break down. TPE, PVC, jelly and "realistic skin" are porous: they trap bacteria, can't be sterilized and degrade. A porous dildo is a single-owner toy with a limited life at best. Every maker ranked on this page sells silicone or steel, and the body-safe materials guide has the full breakdown.
What to Avoid
- Any listing that says "silicone" but doesn't specify platinum-cure or medical-grade. At prices under $15, it's almost certainly TPE or PVC with a silicone label slapped on. Real silicone costs more to manufacture.
- Skip Amazon for dildos. Counterfeits are rampant, material claims are unverifiable, and you can't flame-test a product before you buy it. Purchase direct from the brand or a vetted retailer like Lovehoney.
- Jelly, rubber, PVC, or "realistic skin" materials. All porous. All leach chemicals. The rectum and vaginal canal absorb those chemicals directly. This isn't a quality preference; it's a health issue.
- Dildos without a flared base if you're using them anally. The rectum creates suction. Smooth-based toys get pulled in. ER visits for retrieved objects are more common than anyone wants to admit.
- Buying based on photos with dramatic angles. Check circumference measurements at the head, mid-shaft, and base. Length alone is meaningless without girth context. Mr Hankey's publishes detailed measurements; most brands don't.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best dildo?
For most people, Mr Hankey's Perfect Penis: platinum silicone, four sizes from 6½ inches, the firmness you choose, from $126. For a first dildo, the Tantus Silk Medium ($42). For G-spot pressure, njoy's steel Pure Wand ($150). For the most skin-like feel, Vixen's Maverick ($140). On a budget, Lovehoney's Lifelike Lover Luxe ($30 on sale).
What are the best-selling and most popular dildos for women?
The ones I'd put on that list: the Mr Hankey's Perfect Penis (from $125.95), the Tantus Silk Medium ($42), Vixen's Maverick ($140) and Mustang (from $136), the njoy Pure Wand ($150) and Lovehoney's Lifelike Lover Luxe ($29.99 on sale). Nobody publishes sales numbers across brands, and most best-seller lists online track Amazon, which is how porous TPE ends up at the top.
What are the top-rated dildos and dildo brands?
By overall score, Mr Hankey's, njoy and Vixen Creations lead, followed by SquarePeg, New York Toy Collective, Tantus and Fun Factory. Mr Hankey's for silicone and range, njoy for steel, Vixen for dual-density feel, Tantus for safe and affordable.
What is the best silicone dildo?
The Mr Hankey's Perfect Penis for realism and size choice, the Tantus Silk Medium ($42) for a simple, smooth one, and Vixen Creations VixSkin if you want a soft layer over a firm core. All three are platinum silicone you can boil.
What is the best fantasy or exotic dildo?
Mr Hankey's BFG if you want the best silicone, from $65.95 for the 7-inch XS. Bad Dragon has the widest creature catalog, and Primal Hardwere (from $55) is the smaller, easier-to-order alternative. The fantasy dildo ranking compares all of them.
What is a body-safe dildo made of?
Silicone. Medical-grade or platinum-cure. If the listing says 'TPE', 'jelly', 'rubber', or 'realistic skin', walk away. Those materials are porous, which means they trap bacteria and can never be fully sterilized no matter how hard you scrub. Porous toys also break down over time and leach chemicals. The only exception to the silicone rule is stainless steel (like njoy) or borosilicate glass, which are both nonporous and body-safe.
What types of dildos are there?
Realistic, fantasy, classic smooth, G-spot curved, steel and glass, and dual density, which is a construction more than a shape. The types section above covers what each one is for.
What size dildo should I start with?
If you've never used one, start around 1-1.25 inches in diameter and 5-6 inches insertable. That's roughly average and manageable for most people. The Tantus Silk Medium (5¼ by 1.1 inches) or the Vixen Spur (4¾ by 1¼ inches) are both great starter sizes. Don't buy something massive because you think you should. You can always size up later, but a bad first experience can put you off dildos entirely.
Are cheap dildos safe?
Cheap silicone dildos, yes. Tantus sells the Silk Small for $32 in body-safe platinum silicone. Cheap dildos made of unnamed materials, absolutely not. Price alone doesn't determine safety, but the material does. A $32 Tantus is infinitely safer than a $15 jelly dildo from a brand with no website. Check the material listing before you buy, and if it doesn't explicitly say 'platinum silicone' or 'medical-grade silicone,' skip it.
Glass or stainless steel dildos: are they worth it?
For specific use cases, absolutely. Glass and steel are nonporous, last forever, and can be heated or cooled for temperature play. The njoy Pure Wand ($150) is one of the best G-spot toys ever made regardless of material. Downside: no flexibility, and dropping one on a tile floor is going to hurt your wallet. They're a great second or third toy once you know you like firm internal stimulation.
Do I need lube with a silicone dildo?
Yes. Always. Your body makes some natural lubrication, but silicone has more friction than skin, and things get uncomfortable fast without lube. Water-based only with silicone toys. Silicone lube bonds with the silicone surface and warps it over time. Check my lube guide for specific product recommendations.
How do I clean a silicone dildo?
Soap and warm water for regular cleaning. For a deeper clean, you can boil pure silicone dildos for 3-5 minutes, spray with a 10% bleach solution and rinse, or toss them in the top rack of a dishwasher (no soap, hot cycle). This makes silicone dildos ideal for sharing between partners when properly sanitized. My cleaning guide covers all of this in detail.
Keep going
Head-to-heads between makers on this list: