If the term “suction device” makes you think of a vacuum cleaner, then gather round because we have news. Also known as clitoral suction toys, these gadgets won’t do much for your floors, but they should deliver excellent customer satisfaction. Designed to mimic oral pleasure, they offer something different to your classic rabbit or bullet vibrator.
They can be used for solo use or for couples’ play – either way, they make a pleasurable addition to the bedroom. This is thanks to their innovative pulsating air technology, which increases blood flow and pressure down there, to deliver more powerful orgasms (that’s the idea anyway).
There are lots of different designs available – including the viral Lovehoney Rose vibrator – offering a range of different modes and settings, so we assembled our team of at-home testers to trial some of the best suction toys on the market and give us their honest feedback. Tough gig, right?
See our winners at a glance below, but read on for full reviews, plus expert advice from Annabelle Knight in-house expert at sex toy retailer, Lovehoney.
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Best clitoral suction toy
Womanizer Next 3D Pleasure Air Stimulator with Climax Control
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Runner-up clitoral suction toy
Lovehoney The Rose Glow 2-in-1 Clitoral Suction Stimulator with Egg Vibrator
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Best luxury clitoral suction toy
LELO Sona Cruise 2 Sonic Clitoral Massager
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Best for battery life
Womanizer X Lovehoney Pro40 Rechargeable Clitoral Stimulator
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Best clitoral suction toy for beginners
Lovehoney Rose Clitoral Suction Stimulator
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What is a clitoral suction toy?
"A clitoral suction toy is a type of vibrator that uses air suction to provide stimulation,” explains Knight. “Made popular by the Womanizer brand and its pleasure air technology, they create suction around the clitoris, and then send pulses of air through the head to modulate the pressure between high and low, simulating a 'sucking' sensation.”
Why are clitoral suction toys so popular?
One of the reasons clitoral suction toys have taken off on social media is because they offer a totally unique sensation. It would be very hard to get the same results from another type of toy.
They’re also great for beginners who don’t want anything too powerful or overwhelming. “The pulsations can be gentler than standard vibrators, while giving targeted and intense stimulation,” explains Knight.
How we test suction vibrators
We asked our Good Housekeeping Institute testing panel, made up of experienced sex toy users, to try out a range of clitoral suction devices over a few weeks, to help us find the most satisfying buys.
We asked them for detailed feedback on speed and intensity settings, ease of use, and overall performance. We also considered noise levels, battery life, any accompanying apps, discretion and portability.
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Best clitoral suction toy
Womanizer Next 3D Pleasure Air Stimulator with Climax Control
Score: 89/100
“I had sensations I'd never felt before and it was amazing,” said one tester of Womanizer’s suction toy, which really says it all.
The brand’s groundbreaking 3D pleasure air technology was the first of its kind, thanks to its ability to deliver intense orgasms via a contactless clitoral air massage, and judging by our panel feedback, it continues to lead the way. The toy also boasts 14 different intensity levels, which one tester said gave powerful results even on the lowest setting.
You can adjust the intensity of the air flow and depth of the air waves with the gadget's climax control technology. The brand claims this offers the opportunity for fuller, multiple orgasms. Unsurprisingly, there’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to suction toys, which is why this one includes two different sized suction heads to choose from. They’re easy to remove and clean, so you can keep them in tip-top condition.
Key specifications
| Battery life | 120 minutes |
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| Number of settings | 14 speeds |
| Waterproof | Yes |
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Runner-up clitoral suction toy
Lovehoney The Rose Glow 2-in-1 Clitoral Suction Stimulator with Egg Vibrator
Now 28% Off
Score: 86/100
Enjoy double the pleasure with this two-in-one clitoral suction stimulator from Lovehoney. It not only comes with a suction head, but also features an insertable love egg to target your G-spot.
There are easy-to-follow instructions too, so it’s a great first entry into the world of suction toys. It also impressed our at-home panel with its pleasing design, which they said felt soft against their skin.
Key specifications
| Battery life | 55 minutes |
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| Number of settings | 3 |
| Waterproof | Yes |
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Best luxury clitoral suction toy
LELO Sona Cruise 2 Sonic Clitoral Massager
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Score: 82/100
Luxury sex toy brand Lelo makes products that look as good as they feel. This sleek suction device went down well with testers thanks to its smooth silicone material, which is lightweight and silky soft.
The ergonomic design perfectly moulds to your hand to make it simple to manoeuvre and switch between the 12 different speed settings. And when the time is right, the patented cruise control technology delivers an extra pulse of power when pressed hard against the body.
Key specifications
| Battery life | 2 hours user time, up 90 days stand-by time |
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| Number of settings | 12 |
| Waterproof | Yes |
Score: 81/100
Another Womanizer option, but are you really surprised? The brand was ahead of the curve when it launched its first suction toy back in 2014 and it's still leading the way today.
Most of our panellists said this petite toy, which gently massages the clitoris using pulsating air waves, helped them achieve a more intense orgasm very quickly. They also said they would happily continue using it and would recommend it to others.
It's on the smaller side and comes with a hygienic travel cap, so you can easily take it with you on trips.
Key specifications
| Battery life | Up to 120 minutes |
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| Number of settings | 6 |
| Waterproof | Yes |
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Best for battery life
Womanizer X Lovehoney Pro40 Rechargeable Clitoral Stimulator
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Score: 80/100
There's lots to love about this exclusive collaboration between the experts at Womanizer and powerhouse sex toy brand Lovehoney. It combines gentle suction, thanks to Womanizer's signature pleasure air technology, and soft pulsations to help stimulate all your clitoral needs at lightening speed.
The rechargeable suction toy boasts a lengthy battery life and offers six distinct patterns to work your way through. The sleek, ergonomic design fitted into testers’ hands well, delivering a controlled dose of pleasure. It's also waterproof, so you can happily take it in the tub or shower with you.
Key specifications
| Battery life | 240 minutes |
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| Number of settings | 6 |
| Waterproof | Yes |
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Best clitoral suction toy for beginners
Lovehoney Rose Clitoral Suction Stimulator
Now 27% Off
Score: 78/100
This rose-shaped clitoral suction toy went viral on social media a few years ago, thanks to its unique design and promises of pleasure. It has since spawned an entire Rose collection, but the OG suction device is still worthy of a place in your bedside drawer, according to our panel.
Testers praised the unintimidating features and compact size, which make it a simple yet effective toy that’s easy to store and take on the go. It’s rechargeable too, so there’s no need to fumble about for batteries.
Performance-wise, it was a big hit. “I can’t wait to use it again,” said one tester, while another added: “All I can say is, oh my word!”
Key specifications
| Battery life | 65 minutes |
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| Number of settings | 10 |
| Waterproof | Yes |
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The verdict on clitoral suction devices
Our panel raved about the Womanizer Next Clitoral Suction Stimulator, thanks to its market-leading 3D pleasure air technology and 14 intensity levels.
Want to splurge on your sex toy? Add a bit of luxury in your bedside table with the “silky soft” Lelo Sona 2.
However, if you’re after a simpler, more beginner-friendly option, you can’t go wrong with the original rose suction toy, Lovehoney’s Rose Clitoral Suction Stimulator.
Madeleine Evans
Lifestyle Writer
Madeleine is our Lifestyle Writer, specialising in expert-tested reviews and round-ups on the latest beauty Beauty and products. From skincare to protein powders, Maddie is committed to providing honest and helpful reviews to help guide readers to the best product for them. Maddie has a BA in English Literature and Language, which stemmed from her lifelong interest in reading and writing. She started her post graduate life at Hearst UK within a marketing capacity, which quickly turned into a desire to fulfil a writing career.
When she is not writing about the latest expert reviewed products, you can find her rifling through vintage shops or car boots, reading a print magazine, or capturing portraits on her film camera.
Tested byKim Hawley
Health and Fitness Tester
Kim Hawley is our health and fitness product tester. Her career in fitness has spanned over 30 years. Prior to joining the Good Housekeeping Institute, she worked as a personal trainer, writer and fitness instructor for some of London’s most prestigious health clubs, including The Harbour Club, David Lloyd and The Chelsea Club. Passionate about women’s health and fitness, especially in pre/post menopause, she is also a Level 4 PT and holds a professional nutritional qualification. Kim is responsible for rigorously testing everything from cross trainers to smart watches.
