Gooning is all about slowing down and settling into a long, drawn-out session, and having the right gear makes a massive difference to how comfortable that actually feels. New to the idea? Our guide to what gooning is covers the basics. Ready to build your kit? Here's the rundown of what gooners reach for most, and why each one earns its spot. Every link below goes to a live, in-stock range rather than a single product, so nothing's ever sold out on you.
What Makes a Good Gooning Toy?
Before the picks, it helps to know what to look for. A gooning session can run for an hour or more, so the qualities that matter are a little different from those of a quick toy.
- Comfort over a long session: Soft, body-safe materials and a sleeve that still feels good well past the ten-minute mark.
- A slow, controllable build: Something that lets you ride the edge and back off, not rush you to the finish, which is exactly the skill our edging and orgasm control guide walks you through.
- Hands-free options: For the longest sessions, a toy that does the work saves your arms and keeps you in the headspace.
- Easy to clean and reuse: Long sessions, repeat use, so look for toys that come apart or rinse out easily.
- Lube compatibility: Friction's the enemy of a long session. Water-based lube and a compatible sleeve are non-negotiable.
The Best Products for Gooning
Strokers and Sleeves
A good stroker is where most gooners start, and it doubles as one of the best edging toys around since it hands you complete control over pace. The Fleshlight range is often named the best male masturbator for good reason: huge choice of textures, and a sleeve that stays comfortable well into a long session. Start with a texture that feels good slowly, and keep the lube close. If you want to stretch a session out even longer, our guide to solo play techniques for men covers a few worth trying.
Hands-Free and Automatic Masturbators
Doing all the work yourself gets tiring once a session runs long. That's where automatic masturbators earn their keep. Powered strokers move for you, and most let you adjust speed and intensity on the fly, so you can build up, hold at the edge, and ease back without lifting a finger. For proper, sustained gooning, a hands-free masturbator is hard to beat.
Prostate Toys
The prostate loves a slow, sustained build, which makes it a natural fit for gooning. Adding internal stimulation opens up a deeper, full-body kind of session. The Magic Touch Fun range stands out here, and its prostalators combine rotation and vibration for hands-free prostate toys that suit long sessions perfectly. Start small if you're new to it, and don't be stingy with the lube. Our P-spot pleasure guide goes deeper into technique once you're ready for it.
Cock Rings
A cock ring is a simple addition that helps you stay firmer for longer while adding to the sensation as you ride the edge. Go for something stretchy and comfortable enough to wear through a full session, and always stick to the recommended wear time.
Lubricant, the One You Cannot Skip
No gooning kit is complete without plenty of lube. Long sessions and friction do not mix, so a good water-based lubricant keeps everything smooth and comfortable from start to finish, and it plays nicely with every toy above. Keep a bottle within reach and reapply often.
Toys to Increase Solo Play for Women
Gooning isn't just a blokes' game. Women can enjoy the same slow, layered style of play, and a few toys suit it especially well. Clitoral suction toys deliver that steady, buildable sensation edging thrives on, wands bring broad, powerful stimulation you can dial up and down, and rabbit vibrators cover internal and external at once. Same rules apply: comfort, pace, and plenty of lube.
Shop Gooning Products from ClubX
Ready to build your setup? We have pulled our favourite gooning products into one place, so you can see the strokers, hands-free toys, prostate toys, lube and more that suit long, slow sessions, all in stock and ready to go.
As Australia's longest-established adult retailer, with more than forty years behind us, discreet delivery and free shipping over $80, ClubX is a comfortable place to shop something new.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best toy for gooning?
There is no single best toy, it depends on what you enjoy. Strokers and the Fleshlight range are the most popular starting point, hands-free automatic masturbators suit the longest sessions, and prostate toys add a deeper dimension. Most gooners end up with a small kit rather than one toy.
Do I need a hands-free toy to goon?
Not at all. Plenty of people goon with a simple manual stroker and full control over their own pace. A hands-free or automatic masturbator just makes very long sessions easier, since the toy does the work for you.
What lubricant should I use for gooning?
A water-based lubricant is the safe, comfortable all-rounder and works with every toy type. For long sessions, apply generously and top up as you go, and keep a bottle within reach so you never have to stop.
Are prostate toys good for gooning?
Yes. The prostate responds well to the slow, sustained build gooning is built around, so a prostate toy can add a deeper, full-body element. Beginners should start small, use plenty of lube, and take their time.
Can women use gooning products?
Absolutely. Clitoral suction toys, wands and rabbit vibrators all suit the slow, layered, edge-and-back-off style of play at the heart of gooning. Longer solo sessions for women are a growing part of the conversation and the same principles apply.
How much should I spend on gooning toys?
You can start small with a manual stroker and a bottle of lube, then add to your kit over time. Hands-free and automatic toys sit at the higher end but pay off for long, frequent sessions. Buy what suits how you like to play.
