The best waterproof vibrators to take your self-care to the bathroom

One of the best waterproof vibrators is well worth investing in, if you’re someone who likes to take your pleasure outside of the bedroom and down the hall into the bathroom. While there are plenty of battery-operated toys that have made our list of the best vibrators which are great for under the covers, waterproof sex toys are specifically designed to be submerged in — you guessed it — water, so you can enjoy playtime wherever you like.

A lot of people find play in the bath or shower to be the ultimate act of self-care. “Think spa and solo sex,” Tami Rose, tantric expert and owner of the adult store Romantic Adventures in Pearl, Mississippi, tells our sister team at GLAMOUR US. She chalks that up to the shower being a classic place to achieve a whole other level of relaxation. “As the rhythmic pulse of the shower relaxes you, it seems only natural to follow that up with a good, toe-curling orgasm,” she says.

A 2023 Lovehoney study that surveyed 14,957 participants in 11 countries found that seven out of every 10 women in the world (68%) have masturbated in the shower or bath, so it’s certainly something a lot of us have tried and finding the right toy could enhance the experience even more.

Of course underwater pleasure doesn’t have to be enjoyed alone. Waterproof vibrators also make for great sex toys for couples. “Waterproof vibrators are great to mix things up with a partner. Showering together creates more intimacy and adding a vibe can be a playful way to make it orgasmic,” says Samantha Marshall, head of brand at Smile Makers.

Call us boring, but another bonus of using sex toys in the shower or bath is that it minimises mess. “The number one reason waterproof vibes are an essential? Way easier to clean. You can pop them under the tap for a rinse without a worry, ensuring that they stay body-safe and hygienic – no messing with your vulval or vaginal pH,” Marshall adds.

“Waterproof vibes also create an opportunity to use in the shower and bath, where perhaps you feel you get the most privacy and can’t be disturbed,” continues Marshall. Plus, it’s time-efficient. Although careful not to get shampoo in your eyes mid-orgasm.

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Meet the experts:

• Tami Rose is a tantric expert and owner of the adult store Romantic Adventures, Mississippi.
• Kristin Fretz, cofounder and chief marketing officer of vibrator designer Emojibator.
• Samantha Marshall, Head of Brand at Smile Makers.

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How we test sex toys:

The GLAMOUR shopping team, alongside experts and trusted freelancers, have been testing the best sex toys over the course of the past five years. We’ve tested sex toys during sex and masturbation, and scored them based on factors such as whether they’re waterproof – crucial, here – how noisy they are, design, settings and power. We’ve only featured sex toys we know live up to their claims.

What’s the difference between water-proof and water-resistant?

Water-resistant and waterproof sex toys are not the same, so don’t confuse the two when looking for a vibe that is safe to take with you into the tub. Kristin Fretz, cofounder and chief marketing officer of vibrator designer Emojibator, breaks it down, telling the GLAMOUR US team that waterproof toys are completely sealed to prevent water from seeping in and causing damage (typically to the compartment where the motor is located). Conversely, water-resistant toys can tolerate moderate water but cannot be fully submerged. “They are often described as ‘safe for shower play,’ for example,” Fretz examples.

How can I tell if my toy is waterproof?

We wouldn’t blame you if you got excited and threw out the packaging. It happens, but fear not: There are a few steps you can still take to ensure your vibrator or sex toy can handle being fully submerged. Fretz says, “You can find out if your toy is waterproof by checking the product for where the battery charger port is located. If it is completely sealed with something like a secure screw top, then it is likely waterproof.”

Or there’s always the internet search. “If you’ve lost the package, another way to tell if your toy is waterproof is to google the toy, and scan the manufacturer’s page to see if it is waterproof or just water-resistant,” says Taylor Sparks, erotic educator and founder of retailer Organic Loven.

If you’re not certain that your toy is waterproof, avoid submerging it in water for safety reasons (and to prevent destroying your vibrator, which would surely give you bad sexual karma). Ready to dive in? (Sorry, not sorry.) Below, we tapped a range of sex experts to hear more about the best waterproof vibrators for getting all kinds of wet.

Keep scrolling for our full round up of the best waterproof vibrators for wet and wild play.