LELO

LELO was founded in Stockholm in 2003 with a simple idea: an intimate product should be as well designed as anything else you own. Two decades on, the Swedish brand is still the reference point for the premium end of the shelf, with smooth silicone, quiet motors, considered shapes and packaging that feels like a gift.

The names are familiar for a reason. SONA and SILA use sonic waves rather than direct contact and sit among our clitoral stimulators. GIGI, MONA and the come-hither ENIGMA are the brand’s G-spot designs, and SORAYA and INA are its take on the rabbit vibrator. The Smart Wand remains one of the most refined wand massagers you can buy, and TIANI and other wearable models are made for couples, many with a remote or app control.

LELO costs more than most brands here, and the difference is in the details: body-safe silicone, USB charging, waterproof casings on most models, and several speeds and patterns rather than one or two. If you’re choosing a first LELO, decide on the kind of stimulation you want and then compare sizes on the product pages; the brand often offers the same idea in two sizes.

The range also includes HEX condoms and a small line of accessories.