Purchase, Usage, Safety, and Care Guide
Welcome to a celebration of shared intimacy—a realm where two people discover that pleasure isn't a solo performance but a collaborative masterpiece. Whether you've been together for decades or are still in that delicious early stage where everything feels new, couples' toys offer pathways to deeper connection, heightened sensation, and mutual satisfaction.
And you are not alone. Australian couples are increasingly discovering that toys aren't barriers to intimacy—they're bridges. Just over half of Australian adults have used a sex toy, and significantly, approximately 94% of heterosexual men who use toys do so as part of foreplay or sexual intercourse with a partner. The broader sex toys market in Australia is valued at approximately AUD 150 million, expanding at 8-10% annually. App-controlled and remote-operated devices represent one of the fastest-growing segments, with long-distance couples driving particular demand.
Couples who incorporate toys report heightened satisfaction, improved communication, and strengthened emotional connection. So, get to exploring.
Occasions to Celebrate
- Valentine's Day Reignition
- Anniversaries and Relationship Milestones
- "We're Getting Our Spark Back" Moments
- Long-Distance Connections
- Post-Pregnancy Reconnection
- First-Time Toy Adventure
- Birthday Celebrations
- Couples' Retreats or Getaways
Understanding Couples' Toy Types
Each category of couples' toys serves different purposes and pleasures.
Vibrating Cock Rings
Vibrating cock rings represent the most accessible entry point for couples exploring toys together. These devices slip around the base of an erect penis, serving multiple simultaneous purposes: restricting blood flow to maintain firmer, longer-lasting erections; providing vibration to the wearer's sensitive tissues; and—most importantly—positioning a vibrating arm or extension to stimulate the partner's clitoris during penetrative intercourse. Some designs feature dual motors—one for the penis, one for external stimulation—creating symphony rather than solo sensation.
Remote-Controlled and App-Connected Vibrators
For couples seeking power play, long-distance intimacy, or simply enjoying the psychological thrill of surrendering control, remote and app-controlled toys create entirely new dimensions of pleasure. Handing your partner the remote—whether a physical controller or smartphone app—changes the dynamic profoundly. The anticipation of not knowing what vibration pattern or intensity comes next heightens arousal significantly.
For couples separated by distance, app-controlled toys create intimacy impossible through video calls alone. Partners can sync vibrations in real-time across continents, creating interactive experiences that simulate presence. Even couples living together find app-controlled toys thrilling.
Finger Vibrators
These small vibrators slip onto your finger, transforming your hand into a precision pleasure tool. Finger vibrators excel during the early stages of foreplay. Slip one on and caress your partner's entire body—breasts, inner thighs, behind ears, neck—with vibrating touch that creates sensation far beyond manual stimulation alone.
Couples' Stimulation Kits
Curated couples' kits combine multiple complementary toys—perhaps a vibrating cock ring, finger vibrator, and wearable vibrator—allowing couples to explore different sensations sequentially during a single session. These bundles offer better value than individual purchases and provide variety without requiring separate shopping decisions.
Double-Ended Vibrators
These creative designs feature vibration on both ends, allowing two partners to penetrate each other simultaneously while both experiencing vibration. Curved designs often position for internal and external stimulation simultaneously, creating full-body pleasure for both partners.
Couples' Massage Wands
While marketed as "massage" wands, these powerful vibrators excel in couples' play. Their broad heads allow stimulation across larger areas rather than pinpoint sensation. Some couples use them for mutual masturbation (stimulating each other), while others incorporate them during foreplay for broader body stimulation before moving to penetration.
Strap-On Harnesses with Vibration
For couples exploring pegging, strap-on harnesses equipped with vibrating dildos create pleasure for both partners. The penetrating partner receives vibration against the pubic bone; the receiving partner enjoys internal sensation plus vibration.
Penis Pumps and Erection Enhancement
Penis pumps represent one of the most underrated tools in couples' pleasure arsenals. A penis pump creates negative pressure around the penis, drawing blood into erectile tissue and creating—or enhancing—an erection. Most systems include a plastic cylinder, a hand pump or electric motor to create the vacuum effect, and a constriction ring (cock ring) that maintains the erection once the pump is removed. The constriction ring maintains rigidity longer than natural erections typically last, allowing extended penetration that deepens pleasure for both partners.
Adult Games and Foreplay
Adult games transform couples' intimacy from routine into adventure, building anticipation, creativity, and playfulness into your sexual connection. These aren't just distractions—they're genuine tools for deepening communication, exploring desires, and extending foreplay into an entire evening of connection. Dice games, card games (strip poker, dirty blackjack, etc), are some examples. They extend foreplay significantly, building arousal over an entire evening rather than minutes. They encourage conversation and vulnerability—answering provocative questions deepens emotional connection. They're also more accessible than more complex couples' activities.
Sex Swings
Sex swings represent one of the most transformative tools for couples' pleasure, offering benefits far beyond novelty. A sex swing is a supportive harness system that suspends one partner's body, allowing the other partner to penetrate or stimulate without supporting full body weight. This transforms the dynamic: the suspended partner can completely relax into sensation, while the penetrating partner gains leverage and control impossible during traditional positions.
Sex Machines
Sex machines represent the frontier of couples' pleasure technology—motorized devices that handle the thrusting, pulsing, or rotating while both partners focus entirely on sensation and connection. Sex machines use powerful motors to deliver consistent, customizable thrusting, vibration, or rotation through interchangeable attachments. Most feature adjustable speed, depth, and intensity controls—sometimes via remote, sometimes via app connectivity.
Anal Play for Couples
Anal play represents one of the most intimate frontiers couples can explore together—a pathway requiring the deepest communication, the highest trust, and unwavering commitment to each other's comfort and pleasure. Whether one or both partners are curious, approaching anal play with education, preparation, and genuine enthusiasm transforms it from intimidating to extraordinarily pleasurable.
The Material Matters
When toys contact both partners' bodies, material quality becomes paramount.
Medical-Grade Silicone
Medical-grade silicone is non-porous, hypoallergenic, and durable—perfect for toys contacting multiple partners' delicate tissues. Platinum-cured silicone (versus peroxide-cured) offers superior safety, with all manufacturing chemicals fully consumed during production. These toys last for years, improve with age, and maintain perfect hygiene despite frequent use.
Borosilicate Glass
Non-porous and exceptionally durable, glass toys offer firm sensation distinct from silicone's softness. They're perfect for couples enjoying internal sensation without vibration, can be warmed or cooled for temperature play, and sanitize more easily than silicone. Glass particularly excels for G-spot or P-spot stimulation where firm pressure matters.
Stainless Steel
Medical-grade stainless steel is non-porous, hypoallergenic, and durable indefinitely. The firm, cool sensation warming with body contact makes it ideal for couples enjoying that specific tactile experience, particularly for internal or perineal stimulation.
ABS Plastic
ABS plastic is non-porous, phthalate-free, hypoallergenic, and commonly used in vibrator handles and controller components. It's firm, easy to clean, and provides accessible entry-level toys for couples budget-conscious about initial investment.
PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)
While phthalate-free PVC exists, it deserves careful consideration for couples' use, where toys contact multiple partners' tissues. PVC contains microscopic holes that trap bacteria, viruses, and bodily fluids within the material itself, making thorough sanitisation impossible. For couples sharing toys, this cross-contamination risk becomes particularly significant.
Materials to Avoid
Porous materials like TPE, TPR, traditional jelly, certain plastics, and latex absorb bacteria and body fluids, creating persistent hygiene issues even with thorough cleaning. For couples' toys shared between partners, these materials present unacceptable cross-contamination risks. Avoid toys labeled simply as "soft plastic" or those with undisclosed materials—these typically indicate lower-quality, porous compounds unsuitable for intimate use.
Cleanliness and Care
When toys contact multiple people's bodies, hygiene transcends preference—it becomes a health necessity.
Before First Use
Wash your toy thoroughly with warm water and mild soap or toy-specific cleaner. Air-dry completely. This removes manufacturing residues and dust.
Between Partners
This is crucial: never transfer toys directly from one partner to another without cleaning in between. This prevents bacterial transmission and ensures both partners' safety. After use, immediately rinse away all lubricant and bodily fluid with warm water.
Alternative: Condom Barrier Method
Many couples use external condoms on toys as a simple hygiene solution. When toys are shared or used across different body parts, applying a fresh condom each time prevents direct contact and eliminates complex cleaning protocols. This is particularly important for anal-to-vaginal transfer prevention.
Washing Procedure
Wash with mild, unscented soap, massaging every surface, groove, and crevice. Rinse until water runs completely clear with no soap residue. Pat dry with a microfiber towel and allow complete air-drying before storage or next use.
Deep Cleaning for Shared Toys
Non-porous toys can be:
- Submerged in boiling water for 5-10 minutes (verify waterproof rating first; remove any batteries).
- Run through the dishwasher's top rack.
- Cleaned with toy-specific sanitising sprays.
Storage
Store toys in separate, breathable pouches—never in sealed plastic bags that trap moisture and encourage bacterial growth. Keep away from direct sunlight and in cool, dry locations. Include silica gel packs if storing for extended periods to control humidity.
Lubricant Selection
Water-based lubricants are universally compatible with all toy materials and safe for all body tissues. Club X provides complimentary Liquid Silk water-based lube samples with every order—a premium choice known for luxurious consistency and lasting power. Water-based lubes clean easily, won't degrade toy materials, and work perfectly with condoms.
Avoid oil-based lubricants (they degrade condoms) and silicone-based lubricants with silicone toys (they can degrade the material over time).
Safety First
Shared pleasure should never compromise either partner's wellbeing.
Inspect Before Every Use
Check toys for cracks, tears, discoloration, or damage. Damaged toys harbour bacteria or cause tissue injury. If damage appears, retire the toy immediately.
Lubrication
For any penetrative play involving multiple partners or toys, lubrication is absolutely essential. Friction without adequate lube causes tissue damage, microtears that increase infection risk, and discomfort that eliminates pleasure. More lubrication is always preferable to insufficient lubrication.
Start Small With New Toys
If exploring new toy types together, start with lower vibration intensities, shorter sessions, and gentler applications. Allow bodies to adjust to new sensations. Enthusiastic doesn't mean reckless.
Pain is Never Acceptable
Discomfort during adjustment is normal; actual pain is a stop signal. If something hurts either partner, stop immediately and discuss what went wrong. Pain indicates tissue damage risk or inadequate relaxation.
Anal Play Requires Extra Care
The anus doesn't self-lubricate and has delicate tissue. If either partner is exploring anal play, extreme lubrication and gradual progression are essential. Start with smaller toys, work upward, take your time, and communicate constantly. The receiving partner must be genuinely relaxed and enthusiastic—coercion or pressure causes tension that makes pain inevitable.
Use Condoms Across Body Boundaries
If toys transfer from anal to vaginal use, apply fresh condoms each time. If toys move from one partner's anal area to another partner's vaginal area, condom changes are absolutely necessary to prevent bacterial cross-contamination.
Electrical Safety for Rechargeable Toys
Use only manufacturer-approved chargers. Inspect charging ports for damage before connecting. Never charge near water or in humid environments. Keep toys away from water sources unless specifically rated waterproof.
Know Your Bodies
If either partner is immune-compromised, recovering from surgery, or has existing health conditions affecting genital tissue, consult healthcare providers before introducing new play. Your medical history matters—respect it.
Aftercare
After intense sessions, mild soreness sometimes occurs and typically resolves within hours. However, persistent pain, bleeding, unusual discharge, or signs of infection warrant medical attention. Your sexual health is medical health—seek care when needed without shame.
Consent and Communication
Introducing toys into partnership requires explicit, enthusiastic consent from both partners. Communication transforms toys from potential sources of tension into deepened intimacy. Before researching or purchasing, discuss desires openly. What intrigues you? What makes your partner curious? Are there boundaries or things off-limits? Is one partner hesitant while the other is eager? These conversations feel vulnerable but prevent far more uncomfortable discoveries during intimate moments.
Do you want hands-free pleasure, allowing the receiving partner to relax completely? Do you want power play, with one partner surrendering control? Do you want a toy that creates internal and external stimulation simultaneously? Are you exploring something you've never tried before? Clarity about objectives guides toy selection significantly.
Safe Words
Establish a safeword—a word meaning "stop everything immediately"—that's clearly distinct from "no" (which might be part of role-play) or "that's too much" (which might mean intensity adjustment rather than complete cessation). The classic traffic light system works beautifully.
Establishing Non-Verbal Signals
If either partner has difficulty speaking during intimate moments, establish non-verbal stop signals: a hand gesture, squeezing a specific number of times, or dropping an object. Clarity is essential—your partner must instantly understand what the signal means and respond immediately.
Consent Can Change
Agreeing today doesn't obligate tomorrow. You can withdraw consent at any time, and your partner must accept this unconditionally. If your partner indicates hesitation or discomfort, that's legitimate feedback deserving immediate respect.
Ongoing Communication
After using a toy, discuss what felt good, what didn't work, what you'd like to adjust, and what you might explore next time. This transforms toy use into collaborative pleasure rather than solo performance. These conversations deepen intimacy far beyond the physical.
Making Your Purchase: What to Consider
With extraordinary variety available at Club X, how do you choose what's right for your partnership?
Your Shared Experience Level
Couples completely new to toys often benefit from starting simple: a vibrating cock ring, a finger vibrator, or basic remote-controlled option. These introduce toy sensations without overwhelming complexity or intimidating features. As confidence grows, you can explore app-controlled sophistication, dual-motor designs, sex swings, or sex machines.
Your Primary Objectives
Are you seeking hands-free mutual pleasure? Power play with control dynamics? Long-distance intimacy enhancement? Solutions to specific challenges like difficulty achieving simultaneous orgasm? Extended penetration without fatigue? Different toys serve different purposes. Clarify your goal before shopping.
Physical Compatibility
Consider both partners' bodies:
- Size and fit: Cock rings must accommodate the wearer's erect shaft dimensions comfortably. Wearable vibrators should position correctly on your specific vulva anatomy.
- Internal capacity: If exploring internal stimulation, consider both partners' comfort with depth, girth, and insertion methods.
Long-Distance Requirements
If using toys across distance, verify app functionality before purchasing. Does the app use Wi-Fi (necessary for true long-distance control) or just Bluetooth (limiting to nearby control)? Can both partners easily download and navigate the app? Do connection speeds feel responsive, or is there lag that breaks the intimacy?
Noise Level
If discretion matters—whether for roommates, children, or general privacy—noise level is crucial. Some couples' toys operate whisper-quiet; others produce audible buzzing. Sex machines particularly vary dramatically in noise—entry-level models can be very loud while premium quiet models exist.
Check product descriptions carefully, particularly if you plan discreet bedroom use.
Vibration Intensity and Patterns
Does one partner need powerful, rumbly vibration while the other prefers gentler sensation? Can the toy accommodate different preferences? Some couples' toys offer individually controlled motors or app-based pattern customization addressing this perfectly.
Material Preferences
Do you prefer silicone's softness, glass's firmness, or stainless steel's cool sensation? Medical-grade silicone is most forgiving for couples new to toys; glass offers entirely different sensations and easier cleaning.
Features and Complexity
Do you want straightforward function with one vibration setting, or sophisticated technology with programmable patterns, app control, and teledildonics features? More features don't guarantee more pleasure—sometimes simplicity is perfection.
Brand Reliability
Established brands like We-Vibe, Satisfyer, Lovense, Womanizer, Playboy Pleasure, and Magic Touch Fun have earned reputations through consistent quality, transparent materials, and responsive customer support. They typically offer better warranties and reliable functionality.
Budget Allocation
Couples' toys range significantly in price—from AUD $30-60 for basic vibrators, AUD $80-200 for mid-range devices with multiple features, to AUD $200-400+ for premium app-controlled innovations. Sex swings typically range AUD $80-300 depending on type and quality. Sex machines are the most expensive category, ranging AUD $300-1200+ for quality models.
Waterproof Ratings
If water play interests you—shower or bath exploration—verify waterproof certification before purchase. Not all water-resistant toys are truly waterproof.
Aesthetic Appeal
You'll be seeing this regularly. Does the design appeal aesthetically? Do you feel sexy seeing it? If you're embarrassed by your toy's appearance, you're less likely to reach for it. Beauty and function aren't mutually exclusive.
Toys aren't shortcuts to intimacy; they're expressions of commitment to satisfying each other, to continued exploration, and to prioritizing pleasure as central to your partnership. Introducing toys successfully requires thoughtful integration, not rushed experimentation.
Club X exists to serve couples on this journey with premium, body-safe toys from trusted brands like We-Vibe, Satisfyer, Womanizer, Playboy Pleasure, and Magic Touch Fun. Every product reflects quality, every recommendation prioritizes your pleasure and safety, and every team member understands that couples' intimacy deserves expert support.
