One Cock Ring to Rule Them All: A Guide to The 21 Best Cock Rings

Cock rings give you bigger erections, make you last longer, and make sex feel better. Yep.

However, which is the best cock ring for you? What does your dick need specifically?

Here I’ve compiled a list of the 15 best cock rings, as well as some helpful tips and FAQs. Let’s get to it!

The 15 Best Cock Rings 

The very best dick rings on the market!

Lelo Tor 2

USB rechargeable penis ring

The Lelo Tor 2 is one of the top rated vibrating cock rings on our list – it’s packed with cool tech to please both him and her.

This vibrating penis ring is rechargeable, waterproof, and has 6 different vibration settings that are deep and rumbly.

On-toy controls allow you to cycle back-and-forth through various vibration modes, and female partners love the intense feeling of the vibrations on their clit.

PROS:  USB rechargeable, waterproof, 6 vibration patterns, good for couple play, 4 different colors, 

CONS: Expensive, too tight for some

His Ringness the Earl

Yes, it’s actually called that.

Another high-quality steel cock ring, this penis from Mystim is 100% stainless steel, ensuring a strong reduction of blood flow when erect.

It comes in 3 diameters: 1.88″, 2″, and 2.16 “. If you get the right size for you, you might just have the best sex of your life.

PROS:  Elegant, highest quality stainless steel, very smooth

CONS: Tricky to get the right size if you’re a cock ring beginner

Cock Ring Rainbow Pack

3-Pack of colorful cock rings

Who said all cock rings should be boring colors?

This 3-pack of colorful cock rings are made in Spain from 100% medical-grade silicone.

As a result, these vibrant penis rings are body safe, easy to clean, and last for years and years.

PROS: three sizes, colorful, made in Spain, 100% medical-grade silicone

CONS: expensive, long shipping time

Cock Nuts

Macho, macho, macho.

Gosh, I’m feeling so masculine right now. You know what I need? Some cock rings shaped like metal nuts. Fuck yeah.

A different take on the penis ring design, these “rings” come with extra stretch and they can be placed over the balls as well as the penis.

To clarify, they’re made from TPE rubber, not metal. They’re still super manly though, honest.

PROS:  Inexpensive, fun design, effective, 3 in 1 set

CONS: A little gimicky

Skull Cock Ring

Bone for your boner

What is your dick going as for Halloween this year?  This skull cock ring can make you both festive and spooky hard.

It’s made in Australia, so expect a bit of a shipping delay if you live in the USA, but the quality will be very good.

PROS: Hand-made, unique design, made in Australia

CONS: Pricey, shipping delay from AUS

Tenga Smart Vibe Ring

Vibrating cock ring with 5 strengths

As the name suggests, this vibrating ring is designed to offer you a smarter approach to sex. I’m feeling smarter already.

With a powerful motor, you can expect 60 minutes of pleasure before it needs to be recharged using the USB charging cable.

PROS:  waterproof, 5 vibration strengths, 2 rhythm modes, vibe lays against your shaft for more direct vibrations

CONS: Expensive

Colt 5-Speed Cock Ring

Vibrating cock ring with 5 strengths

Bright and colourful, this cock ring is incredibly easy to use. Made from stretchy and soft silicone, it will easily fit over the shaft of your penis and offers up USB charging too.

At $40, this is the best mid-range vibrating cock ring we’ve found. It’s quite powerful, so you may get more than you bargained for!

PROS:  4 vibration strengths, travel lock to prevent it going off in a bag, also comes in black

CONS: No vibration patterns, just different intensities

Tantus Super Soft C-Ring

Best silicone ring on a budget

Alas, sometimes you don’t need fancy vibrations and gimmicks – you just need a really good old-fashioned cock ring.

Made from medical grade silicone, this soft & stretchy penis ring comes in 5 different colors and is a reasonable price at only $10. 

Perfect for beginners!

PROS: Body-safe silicone, cheap, durable, and stretchy (but not too stretchy).

CONS: Very basic

Atom Plus by Hot Octopuss

Give me atomic power!

As the name suggests, power is the order of the day with this particular vibrating cock ring. I mean it’s not quite the atom bomb, but it’s up there.

This design is brilliant for keeping your erection strong and it feels great for both you and your partner. What’s not to love?

PROS:  Comfortable, strong vibes, rechargeable, cool name!

CONS: Expensive, maybe too powerful for newbies

What Is a Cock Ring?

A cock ring is a circular band that wraps snugly around your penis, usually behind the testicles.  It traps blood in your penis, giving you a bigger and harder erection by restricting blood flow.

Not only will a cock ring help your erection last longer, but it also can delay ejaculation, heighten sensitivity, and make orgasms feel more powerful. They can also be used to help with ED.

Different Types of Cock ring

While penis rings all do basically the same thing (restrict blood flow to the cock), there are some different types that you might want to try, from vibrating to stainless steel penis rings.

Vibrating 

Vibrating cock rings turn your dick into a human vibrator – great for sex with female partners. The toy provides clitoral stimulation for her and penis stimulation for him.

The vibration feels awesome for your cock too – it shakes your cock’s shaft down to your prostate for deeper, stronger orgasms during sex.

Adjustable

Using cock rings can be scary at first, especially if you’re inexperienced. How loose or how tight should you have it? How can you even know?

Adjustable cock rings have a soft loop that can be loosened or tightened, usually with a tightening bead. This makes them ideal for newbies or guys who know just how tight they want it.

Anal Version

There are some couples out there that like to take a slightly different approach to their love-making. This is why there are also cock rings which are designed specifically for anal play. Some people might also incorproate these sex toys into BDSM.

For couples

Many of these toys are designed exclusively with couples in mind, aiming to provide massage or stimulation for penises AND clitorises. If you’re looking for a way to spice up your bedroom time, these are the best cock rings for you.

Metal

Effortlessly cool, the metal d-ring is usually reserved for experienced guys who know the girth of their penis. Metal d-rings will firmly grasp your penis tightly with little room to wiggle, so they maximize the effects when having sex.

They also look super cool.

Silicone

Silicone penis rings are made to be soft and stretchy so they easily fit over the shaft of the penis and apply a gentler pressure that will expand as your erection grows.

Silicone is one of the best sex toy materials around – it’s stretchy, it’s hygienic, and it’s super easy to clean.

Which Cock Ring Should I buy?

The fit is key when choosing a cock ring. We can talk about vibrations and steel and gimmicks all night long, but if it don’t fit, you must acquit. In other words, an ill-fitting cock ring will hurt, so make sure you measure the girth of your ERECT penis before buying anything.

Here are 5 things to consider:

1. How stretchy do you want it?

Do you want stretchy silicone or stiff stainless steel? Different levels of stretchiness have different effects on your penis, but it’s better to go for the stretchy silicone rings if you’re not super-experienced.

2. Do you want it extra tight?

While the penis ring needs to be tight enough that you feel its benefits, it shouldn’t be so tight that it’s painful or uncomfortable to wear. Err on the side of looseness until you know what tightness works best for you.

3. What textures do you like?

Cock rings come in a variety of styles and textures. Many have bumps, ridges, and nubs which are designed to increase pleasure. Some guys also prefer the feel of cold steel to warm plastic. It’s all about personal taste!

Stainless steel cock rings can actually be cooled down or warmed up in bowls of water to create unique sensations. Our Temperature Play Guide has more information.

4. Do you want it to vibrate?

Vibrating cock rings are popular cock rings as they help the man to last longer and also increase the pleasure for both partners. Many vibrating cock rings are designed specifically for men having sex with women.

5. Any other features?

Do you want a vibrating cock ring that’s waterproof? Do you want a penis ring which also fits over the testicles? There are 100s of unique cock ring designs made from all kinds of sex toy materials.

How To Use A Cock Ring

First things first, you need to make sure that you choose the right size.

Most cock rings are made from a stretchy material that’s one-size-fits-all (essentially), but if you’re after stiffer cock rings like steel, you need to measure the girth of your ERECT penis.

We highly recommend using a ton of lube with your erection ring. Without lube, you might find that the ring snags uncomfortably on the skin. This is true for stretchy rings too. 

A lubed penis will make things much easier and will allow you to delicately slide the erection ring down your penis and into position.

How to put on a cock ring

Move the cock ring down your penis whilst it is flaccid. It should move down the shaft and rest just in front of your balls (unless it is a cock and balls ring).

The cock ring, when in place, should feel snug against your penis, but it should also feel that there is room to grow. As you get an erection, you will feel the pressure of the ring naturally pulling tighter.

How to put on a cock-and-balls ring

If you do want to try out a cock and balls ring, then you are going to need to make sure that you lube up your balls AND your cock before you put it in place.

Push your testicles through the ring one at time and adjust slightly for comfort. Once they’re both in place, make sure your put your flaccid penis through too.

You may find that your scrotum is a little swolen after using a cock-and-balls ring, but this should go away after a short period of time.

Penis Ring Safety

So, these rings that squeeze the crap out of your penis… are they safe?

If you choose the right size and follow the instructions carefully, a penis ring should be safe to use. However, it’s recommended that you wear them for a maximum of 20 minutes.

If you feel any discomfort or pain during use, or you notice bruising after you have taken off your cock ring, then you might want to give them a break for a little while or buy a different type of cock ring.

If you’re worried about safety, go for a stretchy silicone dick ring. It’s the safest option for an erection ring.

How To Take Off A Cock Ring

Silicone cock rings

If you’ve got a silicone cock ring, you’ll be pleased to know that they’re very easy to take off. Simply stretch it out and pull it up gently from the shaft of your penis, allowing normal bloodflow to resume.

Metal or plastic cock rings

If you have decided to use a metal or plastic cock ring instead, then it is important that you wait until your penis has returned to its normal flaccid state before you attempt to take the ring off. You might also want to use some extra lube to help slide it off.

As you can see, there is so much more to cock rings that meets the eye, especially the best cock rings, which feel as good as they look.  They are definitely a great sex toy for guys, or anyone with a penis, and worth experimenting with.

Which Cock Ring Did You Like Most?

Below you’ll find a table with the cock rings above, feel free to let everyone know which cock ring you think is best by casting your vote!