Egg Vibrators

By how you wear or hold it

The first decision is where the egg will do its work, because the same rounded shape is used two ways. For how eggs sit within the wider family, the vibrator types guide covers the full picture.

Worn internally

Some eggs are shaped to be worn inside and held in place by the body, with a slim, rounded profile and a gentle insertable length so they stay put without needing a hand. The body itself does the holding, which is what makes them work for hands-free play. If you want an egg that sits inside while you move, or while a partner drives the vibration from a distance, look for a model with a listed insertable length and a smooth, tapered tip.

Held externally

Other eggs are designed to rest against the clitoris or the outside of the body rather than be inserted. They have the same compact shell but are meant to be held, or tucked against you, with the rounded tip doing the stimulating. These are the more direct choice for clitoral play and the simpler one to position.

Both, depending on position

A few eggs are small and smooth enough to be used either way: insert them for internal pressure, or hold them against the outside for a gentler surface-level buzz. If you are not sure which you prefer, a versatile egg lets you try both before settling on how you like it. Check the listed size to confirm it is comfortable for whichever use you plan.

By control and shared play

For an egg, control is not an afterthought: it is the reason the form exists. How you steer the toy decides whether it stays a solo device or becomes a shared one.

Long-distance app control

An app-controlled egg pairs with a phone, and the app is what changes the vibration patterns. The value is distance: a partner can open the same app and drive the toy from another room, city, or country, which turns a compact egg into a shared long-distance toy. There is no handheld remote to keep track of, because the phone you already carry is the remote.

Hands-free partner control

Even in the same room, an egg is often worn or inserted while the other person holds the phone and changes the rhythm. That hands-free setup is the point: one partner wears, the other steers, and the toy does not interrupt the moment. It is a gentler way to add vibration to partnered play than passing a larger wand back and forth.

Self-controlled solo play

You can of course keep the controls for yourself, cycling through the vibration modes from your own phone or the on-body buttons. Solo use is simply the same egg with no second pair of hands involved. If you mainly want a discreet, pocketable toy for yourself, every model still works this way, and the app just gives you a cleaner way to switch modes without fumbling.

By size and everyday discretion

The egg is the travel toy of the vibrator family, but even within the range, size and charging decide how discreet it really is and how easy it is to live with.

Compact and pocketable

A typical egg is short and slim enough to disappear into a pocket or a handbag, which is what makes it the easiest vibrator to travel with. The small box most eggs ship in is sized to match, so the whole thing stows away without advertising what it is. If you want a toy you can carry without thinking about it, size is the spec to check.

Slim diameter for beginners

The gentle diameter, usually around 3.5 cm, is one of the reasons an egg suits a first timer. A slim, rounded body inserts without much warm-up and still gives a noticeable internal presence. If a larger insertable vibrator feels like too much of a step, an egg is a smaller, lower-commitment way to start.

USB rechargeable, no batteries

Eggs in this range are rechargeable, usually over USB, so there are no disposable batteries to buy, replace, or pack. That makes them cleaner to travel with: one cable tops the toy up before a trip, and there is nothing extra to carry. Keep the charging contact dry before plugging it back in, and a single charge is enough for a session or more.

Before first use

Charge the egg fully first; these toys are rechargeable, usually over USB, and a full charge takes roughly an hour or two depending on the model. While it charges, wash it once even though it is new: a quick rinse with warm water and mild soap, or a wipe with a damp cloth, removes any residue from the box. Check whether the body is marked waterproof, because that decides whether you can rinse it under a tap or should only wipe it down. If the egg is app-controlled, pair it with your phone now so it is ready when you are. Finally, keep a water-based lubricant on hand, since the shell is silicone.

During use

For external use, rest the rounded tip against the clitoris and let the vibration do the work, moving the egg slowly rather than pressing it hard into one spot. For internal use, lubricate the egg and insert it gently; the slim, rounded shape is designed to slide in without much warm-up, and the body holds it in place so your hands stay free. Start on a low mode and cycle upward. If a partner is controlling the toy, they can change the pattern from the app without interrupting the moment, which is what makes hands-free and long-distance play work. Switch modes gradually to find the rhythm you like.

Cleaning and storage

Rinse the egg under warm running water after use if it is waterproof, or wipe it with a damp, soapy cloth if it is not, then let it air-dry completely. Dry the charging contact fully before you plug it back in, and never charge a toy that is still wet. Because the shell is silicone, it rinses clean with water and mild soap and does not need anything stronger. Store the egg in its box or a soft pouch, somewhere cool and dry. The compact size means it tucks away easily, and a top-up charge every few weeks keeps the battery ready for the next session.