Overview
- An evaluation of 19 widely sold devices found only 7 could be used without concern, with 4 rated poor for safety.
- Laboratory tests flagged harmful substances in three products, including two with high levels of nonylphenol and one vibrator that released more nickel than legally allowed.
- App-connected models were described as highly indiscreet, with several sending usage statistics and device IDs to manufacturers and one app transmitting data to ChatGPT.
- Physical risks included a decorative glitter stone that detached too easily from an anal plug and marketing or design that could encourage unsafe anal use due to size or shape.
- The top-rated products were the Purple Vibes vibrator (Müller Young Hearts), the Durex Play Slide & Ride masturbator, and Easy Toys' Metal Butt Plug.