Butt Plugs

All About Butt Plugs

Condomania has all of your anal play needs plugged with our curated collection of butt plugs.

Butt plugs are anal sex toys that are bulbous on one end and wide on the other. The bulbous end is inserted into your bum, and the flared base prevents it from going all the way in. So, it effectively plugs your butt, which makes sense.

Butt plugs titillate the nerve endings at the anal opening (aka butthole) and the pleasure zones within. They can even help you have anal orgasms, especially if you have a prostate.

Anal plugs come in all shapes, sizes, and materials, and each provides its own unique kind of anal arousal. Whether you’re looking for a discreet butt plug to wear long-term or a gaping plug to test the limits of your pleasure, you’ll find the best anal toys at Condomania.

Whether you’re new to butt stuff or an anal aficionado, we recommend a butt plug set. It includes large, small, and medium butt plugs, so you can experience a wide world of sensation at a comfortable price.

Oh, and before engaging in any anal fun, make sure to lube up extra good with anal lube.

What is a butt plug?

A butt plug is a type of anal sex toy that’s inserted into the butt. One end is typically teardrop-shaped, making it easier to insert. The other end is flared or extra wide to prevent the toy from going completely inside your butt.

Butt plugs are made of glass, silicone, metal, and other types of materials. They come in countless sizes and styles, including jeweled butt plugs, vibrating butt plugs, tail butt plugs, and inflatable butt plugs.

A butt plug is meant to sit comfortably in the rectum until you feel like pulling it out. Some like to use a butt plug a bit like a dildo, thrusting it in and out to stimulate the nerves around the anal opening. Others like to leave their plug in for hours to enjoy the sense of pressure and fullness. Butt plugs are also commonly used during sex to make orgasms more intense.

Butt plugs are one of the most versatile anal sex toys—and the most fun to play with alone or with a partner.

The top butt plugs to buy

There are thousands of butt plugs to choose from. It almost makes you wish you had more than one butt to plug.

Which are the best butt plugs to buy online? Here are a few of Condomania’s best-sellers as well as some of the top butt plugs reviewed around the web.

• Luxe Wearable Vibra Slim - Affordable, comfy, and it vibrates!
• Anal-Ese Anal Fantasy Kit - Set of 4 different butt plugs
• Amethyst Rain Glass Butt Plug - 3.25" of pull bliss
• Tailz Fox Tail Anal Plug - Explore your animal side

How do you use a butt plug?

To safely and enjoyably use a butt plug, follow these steps:

👉 Step 1: Clean your butt AND butt plug really well. Sterilize your plug with a sex toy cleaner. You don’t want to introduce any foreign bacteria into the delicate ecosystem of your inner butt. You can clean your own booty with an anal douche.

👉 Step 2: Use LOTS of Lube. Lube up your butthole and butt plug generously, and add more lube regularly. This will make it a lot easier to insert the plug and prevent any uncomfortable dryness. Find the best lube for anal toys here.  

👉 Step 3: Go slowly. Take some time to relax before playing with your plug. Your anal muscles need to loosen up first. Insert the plug slowly and stop if you feel pain or if your muscles start to contract. If the plug won’t go in, try again at another time or get a smaller plug.

👉 4: Play around. Once the plug is in, move your hips to see how it feels inside you. Different body positions will put pressure on different areas, such as the vaginal wall or p-spot. You can also rotate it, pull it gently, or turn on vibrations if you have a vibrating butt plug. 

👉 Step 5: Massage the P-spot (penis-havers only): If you have a penis, you can find the walnut-shaped prostate about 2 inches inside the butt on the front wall. Rub it with your butt plug to bring on waves of intense orgasms. Prostate massagers are also great anal toys for p-spot play.

Why use a butt plug?

What’s the point of using a butt plug? There are loads of erogenous zones inside and around the butt, and butt plugs can help you stimulate them all. Here are a few reasons why you should try a butt plug.

• New Pleasures: Explore all of your anal pleasure zones by adding weight, pressure, fullness, and stimulation with a butt plug.

• Sex But Better: Wearing a butt plug during sex can make orgasms more intense or double your pleasure by adding anal stimulation to your standard sex play.

• Prep for Anal: Want to have amazing anal sex? A butt plug can help you train your bum for a smoother anal experience with a partner.

• Amazing Oral: Butt plugs put pressure on the vaginal wall (for vagina-havers, obvs), which can intensify pleasure and orgasm during oral sex.

• P-spot Bliss: The secret to long-lasting, multiple orgasms for penis-havers is the prostate. Massage it or put pressure on it with a butt plug for knee-buckling bliss.

Are butt plugs safe?

Yes, butt plugs are safe if you use them correctly and you buy from a trusted, US-based retailer like Condomania.

Like most sex toys, butt plugs can do harm if you don’t use them right. Follow the steps in the “How to use a butt plug” section above and you’ll be just fine. To avoid getting hurt or sick when using a butt plug, follow these precautions:

• Always sterilize your butt plug before use
• Use a long-lasting lube made for anal play
• Don’t let an inexperienced partner use a butt plug on you
• Use butt plugs made from body-safe materials like stainless steel, glass, and silicone
• If you feel pain, stop
• Start with a small plug and work your way up
• If you’re attempting to stretch your b-hole, don’t leave the plug inside for too long

What kinds of butt plugs are there?

There are LOTS of types of butt plugs to choose from.

Butt plugs come in all sizes, from small plugs to gaping plugs.

They also come in many shapes. Some are longer and thinner, reaching deeper pleasure zones. Others are short and fat to stimulate the anal opening. Some come in curved shapes to add pressure to the vaginal wall or p-spot. Others feature ribs or beads for diverse types of stimulation.

Butt plugs are made from a variety of materials, including silicone, glass, and metal. Each material feels different due to its weight and texture.

Some people love butt plugs for cosmetic reasons. Jeweled plugs and tail plugs can make you feel fancy or add to kink play.

Next-level butt plugs offer more intense stimulation with features like vibration or inflation.

Which is the best butt plug for you? The best way to learn what you love is by trying multiple butt plugs in an anal fantasy kit.

Can you wear a butt plug all day?

Yes, you can wear a butt plug all day. But it’s not recommended. Your butt muscles need time to relax after anal play, so wearing a plug all day might cause problems.

There’s also an issue with lubrication. Even the best lube won’t keep your butt plug slick all day. You have to re-apply lube regularly to avoid dryness and discomfort. If you’re in line at the bank when your plug starts to feel dry, you might get pretty uncomfortable.

However, if you’re feeling kinky and want to wear your plug for a while, it’s fine to keep it in for 2-3 hours a day.

Just remember that when wearing a plug for hours at a time, wear one that fits you comfortably. Don’t wear a large plug in hopes of stretching your anus out more quickly. Stretching needs to be done slowly over time to prevent injury.

Buy Butt Plugs at Condomania

For the best selection of safe and kinky butt plugs online, you can’t do better than Condomania. We are America’s first-ever condom shop (est. 1991 in NYC), and we’ve been at the forefront of safe anal play ever since.

Our selection of butt plugs contains toys in all shapes, sizes, materials, and styles. And, we personally vet every brand that makes it to our shelves, guaranteeing a body-safe experience no matter which product you choose. Don’t risk buying knock-offs and party gifts at other sites. Come to the anal experts for the best in butt plugs.

Plus, when you shop at Condomania, you get tons of perks, including:

• Free shipping on orders over $49
• Discreet packaging and billing
• Exclusive deals on condoms, lube, and sex toys from top brands
• FREE sex toys and condoms with your order!

Now that your knowledge gaps have been plugged in, it’s time to choose a butt plug that fulfills your deepest fantasies! Click a butt plug from the list above to get started.

Want to learn more about butt stuff? Check out our 101 Guide to Anal Sex to learn more about your butt, anal play for beginners, anal sex toys, and way more.

Top Picks

• Cheeky Charms Metal Anal Trainer Kit — graduated set of metal plugs for size training. Top seller.
• njoy Pure Plug Medium — premium stainless steel butt plug, recognized as best-in-class.
• njoy Pure Plug Large — for users who've graduated from medium and want more.
• njoy Pure Plug Small — beginner-friendly njoy entry point.
• Gläs 5" Rosebud Glass Butt Plug — decorative glass plug with rosebud handle.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you choose the right size butt plug for beginners?

Start small — under 1 inch in diameter at the widest point. Beginner-friendly butt plugs typically have a tapered insertion tip and a small base. Once you're comfortable, you can size up. Starting too big causes discomfort and can put new users off anal play entirely. Anal trainer kits with graduated sizes are a great way to size up gradually.

What material is best for a butt plug?

Three top materials: medical-grade silicone (flexible, body-warming, easy to clean), borosilicate glass (rigid, smooth, supports temperature play, easy to sterilize), and stainless steel (rigid, weighty, premium feel). Avoid jelly rubber, "skin-like" porous materials, and anything not explicitly labeled as body-safe.

How do you safely use a butt plug?

Three rules: (1) use plenty of anal lube — silicone-based works best for most plug materials, water-based for silicone plugs, (2) insert slowly and stop if you feel pain, and (3) only use plugs with a flared base (otherwise the plug can travel internally and require ER removal). Clean before and after every use.

Can you wear a butt plug all day?

Most users tolerate butt plugs for 1-3 hours comfortably. Wearing one all day causes muscle fatigue and skin irritation, and prolonged pressure can lead to small injuries. If you want extended wear (4+ hours), it's safer to take breaks every hour or so. Listen to your body — pain or burning means stop.

Do butt plugs help with anal sex preparation?

Yes — that's their best-known use case. A small-to-medium plug worn for 15-30 minutes before anal sex helps the muscles relax and stretches the area gradually. This is much more comfortable than going straight to penetration. Anal trainer kits are specifically designed for this purpose.