The best (and cheapest) sex products recommended for students
One of the best things about uni is that you don’t have to hide your sex toys from your parents anymore. Hell, you can display them on your shelves if you want to, although I would recommend against it. So why not treat yourself to a few new ones?
Or, if you’re like me and were the most stereotypical virgin it’s possible to be when starting this new chapter in your life, you could take advantage of your newfound freedom and spend all your maintenance loan on sex toys.
Either way, we’ve got you covered with a rundown of the best bargain sex toys a student could possibly own.
Vibrators:
Ah, the vibrator. The classic, the first thing you grab from your sex drawer (we all have one, don’t pretend) when you’re in the mood. There’s a massive variety on offer, and many other types of sex toy incorporate vibration as an added feature.
If you’re looking for a basic, cheap vibrator that will tick all your boxes, then I highly recommend Lovehoney’s Rocks Off Ammunition RO-80mm Bullet Vibrator. This dinky little toy fits in the palm of your hand but wowee, does it have some kick to it. The product description calls it “powered like a shotgun to fire your arousal and trigger intense climaxes”. It’s also quiet, which is ideal, unless you’re really into your flatmates hearing what a good time you’re having. And at only £10 (excluding p&p), how can you resist?
If a stereotypical, vaguely phallic vibrator doesn’t really appeal, there’s also a great range of love eggs available on the site. Mainly designed for stimulation against the G-Spot, but also usable against the clit, these little beauties are very good for any beginners. The Lovehoney BASICS Vibrating Love Egg is an absolute steal at £7.
Dildos:
As enjoyable as external stimulation can be, it’s important to not forget penetration. And that’s a mantra we can all live by. Lovehoney have a large and varied group of dildos available for purchase, separated into three useful and not at all funny groups; Realistic, Glass and Large.
These bad boys can get as expensive as £430, but unless your student lifestyle is almost obscenely luxurious, I’d recommend the Classic Realistic Dildo Vibrator 5.5 Inch. Designed to look as close to the real thing as possible, you really can’t go wrong with this toy. At £11, it really is a steal.
If the thought of a sex toy looking eerily like male genitalia makes you feel nauseous, there’s also the Lovehoney 5 Inch Slimline Silicone Dildo with Suction Cup. It’s a bit pricier at £15, but you do get the added benefit of a suction cup. I’ll let you figure out what to do with that on your own.
Butt stuff:
For all you curious cats out there, Lovehoney have a really excellent range of anal toys, including anal probes, anal beads and butt plugs.
There’s the Love Throb Slimline 6.5 Inch Beginner's Anal Beads with Suction Cup Base, at £7 (if you can get over the fantastic name).
But if beads aren’t your scene, there’s the Slimfit Anal Probe Butt Plug 5.5 Inch going for £8, or the Lovehoney Classic Silicone Extra Petite Beginner's Butt Plug for £9.
These toys can help you discover a whole new world of pleasure, just remember to always be safe, and if something doesn’t expressly say you can put it in your arse, you probably shouldn’t put it up there.
Toys for the Boys:
If you’re looking too explore your sexuality a bit, there are some really great things out there that will metaphorically blow your mind.
There are textured strokers, starting at around £9 each, the Lovehoney BASICS Textured Stroker Clear looks like some sort of weird torture device, but the reviews sing its praises.
There’s also realistic vaginas and butts, and even a Dr Joel Kaplan 6.5 Inch Vibrating Prostate Massager at £13 for those of you looking for a little luxury.
As a cis female, I can’t personally recommend any of these products, but Lovehoney is great value for money and in my experience, the quality is always excellent.
Lube:
Sex toys are nothing without good quality lube to make the entire process go a little smoother. Luckily, Durex is always there to save the day. Whatever you’re looking for, flavoured, warming, tingle or just the basics, you can trust Durex to provide both quality and good prices. So go on, what are you waiting for you randy devils, go nuts.
Please remember, if you’re new to the world of sex toys, start with something gentle, no matter what you think you can handle, and always read the relevant product information; some toys can’t be used with a certain lube and some are only designed for one specific area of the body.
