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Sep 19, 2023

17 Best Cock Rings for Extra Stimulation, According to Experts 2023: We

By Sara Coughlin Curious about the best cock rings (a.k.a. penis rings, C-rings, and pleasure rings)? Designed to fit around the girth of a penis or dildo and squeeze the shaft, this deceptively

By Sara Coughlin

Curious about the best cock rings (a.k.a. penis rings, C-rings, and pleasure rings)? Designed to fit around the girth of a penis or dildo and squeeze the shaft, this deceptively simple sex toy can provide a ton of pleasure in a small, discreet package.

As SELF has previously reported, cock rings can make erections feel harder and last longer by constricting and trapping blood flow in the penis. That added intensity can feel really, really good for some people (it can sometimes help with erectile dysfunction too, but talk to your doctor before trying a cock ring out for this purpose). To get started, apply a little lube to the ring then slip it over a flaccid or semi-erect penis.

Depending on the bells and whistles that your ring of choice comes with, it can offer more than just that tantalizing squeezing feeling at the base of the penis. Vibrating cock rings can provide extra stimulation to not only the wearer but their partner too. Ones that are remote- or app-controlled can enhance long-distance sex and make masturbation easier. And then there are plenty of waterproof C-rings for steamy shower fun.

While there are plenty of technologically elevated models (like those remote-control and vibration settings) and ones that are made of stainless steel and other metals on the market, the best cock rings for beginners are low-tech and made of stretchy silicone, Jenn Mason, founder and owner of WinkWink, a Washington–based, women-owned sex shop, tells SELF. Bonus points if they’re adjustable so you can experiment with how tight you like it and find your perfect fit. More experienced shoppers can try out different types of vibrating penis rings, and if clitoral stimulation is a goal, specifically look for ones with a raised head.

Now that you’ve got the details on the delightful role a cock ring can play in your sex life, check out the best cock rings available right now at Lovehoney, Amazon, We-Vibe, and more major brands and retailers. Looking for more sex toy inspo? Check out our guides to the best masturbators, butt plugs, and prostate massagers.

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This set of two adjustable cock rings comes highly recommended by sex coach and educator Gigi Engle, specifically for beginners. One ring is designed to fit just the penis, while the other is designed for both the penis and testicles. The clear ball fasteners can slide up and down to your preferred level of tightness.

Made with body-safe, soft silicone, these colorful rings are another beginner-friendly pick from Engle. Each of the three rings is a slightly different size, and they actually change color with increased body heat.

Mason points beginners toward this Tantus cock ring, which, as its name suggests, is soft, stretchy, and comfortable. “It stays in place and provides squeeze, but isn’t overly constrictive,” she explains.

Sarah Sloane, a sex educator who coaches sex-toy classes at Good Vibrations and Pleasure Chest, previously told SELF that the Lelo Tor 2 is a high-quality option for anyone looking for “less rumbly, less noticeable, and more buzzy vibrations.” Speaking of, there are six vibration modes to choose from, with increasing intensity.

With a head shaped like a bullet vibrator, this surprisingly powerful C-ring from Tenga can stimulate the clitoris during partnered play, Engle previously told SELF.

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The We-Vibe Pivot has a sizable head that serves as a sort of massager for the wearer’s partner while they ride them—one of the many reasons why Mason considers it one of the best vibrating cock rings for partners. It’s also compatible with We-Vibe’s app for remote use.

Mason likes this dual ring, which fits around the base of the penis and the top of the testicles, for experienced users looking for noticeably stronger orgasms.

Another excellent option from We-Vibe, the Bond ring comes with a remote control to take foreplay and teasing to new heights. As Javay Frye-Nekrasova, MEd, (also known as The Millennial Sexpert) previously told SELF: “A partner can actually control it for them and get them aroused and intrigued by the moment.”

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Not only is the Romp Juke a fantastic cock ring, but it can also be worn around the fingers to tease erogenous zones all over the body, sexologist Jess O'Reilly, PhD, previously told SELF. That makes it a versatile toy for both couples and solo play.

We’d be remiss if we didn’t shout out SELF’s very own C-ring, made in partnership with JimmyJane. It’s stretchy, easy to use, and a compact orgasm enhancer.

This rechargeable double cock ring has a battery life of 40 to 60 minutes and a studded interior for added stimulation. Malika O’Neill, sexologist and CEO of The Pleasure Collective, LLC, previously told SELF that it works well on a penis or a strap-on dildo.

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The vibrating Verge’s shape makes it a clever little multi-use toy—not only can it be worn at the base of the penis to stimulate the perineum, but it can also loop around your (or your partner’s) fingers for a hand job or fingering. Sex therapist Shadeen Francis, LMFT previously told SELF that it’s a “versatile addition to sex play.”

Although the elastic You-Turn is technically a finger vibrator, there’s plenty of room for creativity. “The ring can be positioned on a cock or added to your favorite dildo, other insertable toy, or tongue,” Andy Duran, the education director for Good Vibrations, previously told SELF.

This two-for-one toy combines a cock ring and butt plug to scintillating effect. “Both are a comfortable size for many people, making it great for those looking for a step up,” she says.

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Sam, the cofounder of NYC sex shop Shag, previously recommended this waterproof, deeply vibrating penis ring to SELF for its remote-control capabilities as well as its “fully customizable vibration patterns.”

With its adorable bunny ears that tickle and tease, this cock ring is a wonderful model for partnered play in which the rider has a clitoris. Carol Queen, PhD, staff educator for Good Vibrations, previously recommended it to SELF, with the caveat that its remote has a relatively short range, so “you probably don’t want to get too far away.”

“For partner play, the VeDo Roco does all the things,” Mason says. “It constricts at both the penis and testicles and has two vibrators, one for the wearer and the other for the partner.”

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