Best Cock Rings

How do you know if a cock ring is right for you? It has to feel good, fit well, and give you the support you want. If you're newer to rings, it's a good idea to start with one that is soft and stretchy, or that comes with snaps or a lasso that makes it easy to put it on, adjust the fit, and remove it.

Not even sure how rings are supposed to work? A ring sits at the base of the penis, or around both the penis and scrotum. As you wear it, it slows blood flowing out of your erection. This helps you feel firmer and last somewhat longer, as Columbia University's Go Ask Alice explains.

Four things are worth checking before you buy a ring for yourself or your partner:

• The right material. Silicone is easily cleaned and is considered body-safe and good for sensitive skin types. It's a great choice for a ring. Materials like TPE and TPR are generally soft and stretchy, but may not last as long as silicone rings. They may also be more cost-effective than silicone. Stay away from rigid materials that may not be easy to remove. Go Ask Alice's sex toy safety guidance advises using silicone toys only with water-based lubes.
• Tension & control. A snap, lasso, or drawstring closure lets you decide how snug the ring feels and allows you to loosen it again quickly. But you may consider trying a set of differently-sized rings instead - they'll let you experiment and find what feels best.
• Putting it on & taking it off. Softer materials with a size adjustment mechanism are the easiest to put on and take back off, and this makes using one more approachable.
• Vibration, if you want it. A vibrating ring adds extra stimulation and can be a great choice for couples play. Its design determines where the vibrations are felt. Vibrating options range from basic to multiple modes in a variety of strengths.

TL;DR. Start with soft materials, vibration (if desired) and try adjustable or various sized rings to find the right fit. Trying out your first or different rings will teach you a lot about your own preferences. Compare soft, adjustable, and vibrating styles side by side: Penis rings at Adam & Eve.

Fit is the part you might worry about most, and it's tough to gauge size and amount of stretch when shopping online. A good rule of thumb is that you want it snug enough to stay put, but loose enough to come off without a fight. If you're stuck between two sizes, it's probably better to go up. If you genuinely don't know where you land, buy an adjustable ring or multi-size set so you can explore.

Put the ring on while you're soft or partially erect using lubricant. Lube makes both getting it on and getting it off noticeably easier. Water-based lubricant is a good, safe choice since it works with all toy materials including silicone. Adam & Eve carries a great selection of water-based lubes to pair with your ring of choice.

Feeling any pain, numbness, or swelling? Immediately remove the ring. Rings shouldn't be worn for more than 30 minutes at a time. For the step-by-step version of putting a ring on and taking it off, our guide on how to use a cock ring walks you through it.

Once you have the fit decided, the remaining decision is what the ring is made of and what it's designed to do.

Soft or stretchy silicone rings may be the best starting point. They are smooth and most offer a good amount of flex, so they forgive a fit that isn't perfect. Silicone also washes clean easily and doesn't hold onto bacteria. Pair it with water-based lube; silicone lube can degrade silicone sex toys over time.

Adjustable rings with a snap, lasso, or drawstring closure are favorites for letting you find a tailored fit. You can start loose, tighten a little if you want more, and release it in a second if you'd rather stop. The combination of control and quick release is ideal for figuring out what you like and changing up the feel from one night to the next.

Vibrating rings add a buzzing stimulation to your play. The vibrator's position on the ring directs the sensations, so consider what design might be most pleasurable - especially if you'll be wearing it with a playmate. Not sure if you're on board with a vibrating ring? Get a non-vibrating ring and pair it with a couples vibrator.

Dual rings and cock-and-ball designs sit around the penis and scrotum together, so they need a larger circumference than a single ring of the same nominal size. Cage designs work the same way. Size these generously, especially the first time. It's worth considering that you may be able to stack or combine rings to create cage-like sensations.

A penis ring can be left on safely for up to 30 minutes. This helps you avoid cutting off circulation. Check in with the clock as you use one. It's better to take the ring off while you're comfortable rather than waiting until you aren't.

If a ring won't come off and there's swelling, it's time to get medical help. A soft, adjustable ring in conjunction with plenty of lubricant makes this much less likely to happen. Taking blood thinners or living with a bleeding disorder? You should talk to a clinician before using a penis ring.

When a partner is involved, it's a good idea to discuss rings beforehand and even choose one together. If either of you wants to stop, you stop, no explanation needed.  rather than springing it on them, and treat either person saying stop as the end of it, with no explanation needed.

A cock ring is a pleasure product, not a treatment, though some are marketed and sold in overblown ways. If ED is on your mind, that's a conversation worth having with a clinician who can look at the whole picture with you.

How much firmer things feel with a cock ring is a matter of degree rather than an on-or-off change. A ring is designed to slow blood leaving the penis. How much difference that makes varies with the ring, the fit, and the person wearing it. Some people notice a clear change. Others find the appeal is mostly in the pressure and the added sensation. Both experiences are completely normal.

For the underlying explanation rather than the buying decision, our guide to what penis rings are covers the mechanism and the terminology in more detail.

If you're buying your first ring, start with a soft silicone ring, one that adjusts, or grab a set of different sizes and styles for easy exploration. When a partner is part of the plan, a vibrating ring is a great way to share pleasure together.

Whichever way you're leaning, you can see the full selection of penis rings at Adam & Eve and compare materials, styles, and vibrating capabilities in one place. Pick up a water-based lube while you're there and a toy cleaner so looking after it stays easy.