The 3 Best Pinwheels for BDSM

Kevin Foley
by Kevin FoleyUpdated:

A BDSM pinwheel, or a wartenberg wheel, is a device used to roll over skin and tantalize the nerve endings; when you’ve been sufficiently teased, you’ll feel every touch a lot stronger than before. Finding the best one, required me to enlist the help of a handful of testers ready to explore and test with me – and we found some fantastic options among the tested pinwheels. Read on for our ranking of the 3 best BDSM pinwheels we’ve reviewed!

Test Winner

4.5Bedbible Rating

Overall Rating

4.5/5

Bedbible Rating:

4.5/5

Reviewed by: 

Katie Elizabeth

User Ratings:

4.5/5

Based on 83 user reviews

Runner Up

4.3Bedbible Rating

Overall Rating

4.3/5

Bedbible Rating:

4/5

Reviewed by: 

Brett Jangles

User Ratings:

4.5/5

Based on 83 user reviews

Best for Beginners

3.7Bedbible Rating

Overall Rating

3.7/5

Bedbible Rating:

3/5

Reviewed by: 

Britnee Wild

User Ratings:

4.4/5

Based on 41 user reviews

Bondage Boutique Wartenberg PinwheelFifty Shades Darker Wartenberg PinwheelMaster Series Mini Sensation Pinwheel
Bondage Boutique Wartenberg PinwheelFifty Shades Darker Wartenberg PinwheelMaster Series Mini Sensation Pinwheel
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Pros & Cons
Pros & Cons
Pros & Cons
  • Affordable
  • 61g weight
  • Nickel-free
  • Easy to adjust pressure
  • Price is great
  • Semi-sharp
  • Can pierce the skin if pressure is applied
  • Initially squeaky
  • Spikes get things stuck in them easily
  • Spikes aren't extremely sharp
  • Visually intimidating
  • Easy to use
  • Affordable
  • Too dull for experienced users
  • Quality could be improved upon
  • Squeaks a bit
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Easy to clean & store
  • Unlikely to pierce the skin
  • Portable
  • Lightweight
  • Easy to misplace
  • Less stimulating than metal alternatives
  • Short handle
  • Difficult to apply much pressure
  • Feels cheaply made

How We Test pinwheel bdsm

We’re a team of 335 sex toy testers and 13 sex toy experts.

To find the very best pinwheel bdsm, our testers tried and reviewed 224 different products in this category.

Bad or even just mediocre pinwheel bdsm didn’t make the list!

In total, we’ve thoroughly tested and reviewed 1196 toys over the past 6 years.

We even lab-tested some to get objective data.

Read more about how we test products.
The Secret Behind Ranking the Best BDSM Pinwheels

Test Winner Bondage Boutique Stainless Steel Wartenberg Pinwheel

4.5/5
Overall RatingBedbible Rating

Overall Rating

4.5/5

Bedbible Rating:

4.5/5

Reviewed by: 

Katie Elizabeth

User Ratings:

4.5/5

Based on 83 user reviews

100/100
DesignBeginner

Rating: Bondage Boutique Stainless Steel Wartenberg Pinwheel was rated 100 out of 100, which means it is designed absolutely incredible.

What it is: The design rating takes into account the shape of the toy in both a visual and ergonomic perspective. We ask our reviewers to rate the overall feeling of the pinwheel bdsm.

100/100
Ease of UseEase of Use

Rating: Bondage Boutique Stainless Steel Wartenberg Pinwheel was rated 100 out of 100, which means it is extremely easy to use and worked very well.

What it is: The Ease of Use rating is a score given on how easy the toy is to operate and use. Aspects that are considered is the suitability for different kinds of people, intuitiveness, and potential learning curve of using the product for pleasure (or pain).

100/100
QualityQuality

Rating: Bondage Boutique Stainless Steel Wartenberg Pinwheel was rated 100 out of 100, which means it is one of the absolute top quality toys.

What it is: The Quality rating is a score that takes into account the quality of the materials used in the toy, how well it was manufactured, the safety, durability and overall quality feel of the toy.

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A Closer Look
  • Spikes are slightly rounded (to avoid puncture)

Specifications

Pros

  • Affordable
  • 61g weight
  • Nickel-free
  • Easy to adjust pressure
  • Price is great
  • Beautiful feel

Cons

  • Semi-sharp
  • Can pierce the skin if pressure is applied
  • Initially squeaky
  • Spikes get things stuck in them easily
  • Spikes aren't extremely sharp

Why I Chose It

As an expert I’ve chosen the Bondage Boutique wartenberg wheel as the test winner, first and foremost because our tester, Katie, had an amazing experience using it, saying that it “exceeded all of my expectations”.

She even said she would “be picking this up again and again”, in large parts because the “pain never got too extreme”.

One of the things I really like about a smaller BDSM toy like this, is that they have weight too it, as Katie also pointed out: “I was pleasantly surprised by how heavy it was”.

I thought it was really well made and the design proved to “fit comfortably in my hand”, Katie said.

She also added that she “at no time felt like I was in danger of bleeding”, which is because of the design of the tips/spikes being slightly rounded.

Runner Up Fifty Shades Darker Adrenaline Spikes Metal Wartenberg Pinwheel

4.3/5
Overall RatingBedbible Rating

Overall Rating

4.3/5

Bedbible Rating:

4/5

Reviewed by: 

Brett Jangles

User Ratings:

4.5/5

Based on 83 user reviews

90/100
DesignBeginner

Rating: Fifty Shades Darker Adrenaline Spikes Metal Wartenberg Pinwheel was rated 90 out of 100, which means it is designed absolutely incredible.

What it is: The design rating takes into account the shape of the toy in both a visual and ergonomic perspective. We ask our reviewers to rate the overall feeling of the pinwheel bdsm.

100/100
Ease of UseEase of Use

Rating: Fifty Shades Darker Adrenaline Spikes Metal Wartenberg Pinwheel was rated 100 out of 100, which means it is extremely easy to use and worked very well.

What it is: The Ease of Use rating is a score given on how easy the toy is to operate and use. Aspects that are considered is the suitability for different kinds of people, intuitiveness, and potential learning curve of using the product for pleasure (or pain).

80/100
QualityQuality

Rating: Fifty Shades Darker Adrenaline Spikes Metal Wartenberg Pinwheel was rated 80 out of 100, which means it is very good quality.

What it is: The Quality rating is a score that takes into account the quality of the materials used in the toy, how well it was manufactured, the safety, durability and overall quality feel of the toy.

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A Closer Look
  • Spikes are only slightly rounded

Specifications

Pros

  • Visually intimidating
  • Easy to use
  • Affordable

Cons

  • Too dull for experienced users
  • Quality could be improved upon
  • Squeaks a bit

Why I Chose It

The Fifty Shades Darker Wartenberg Pinwheel is remarkably similar to the test winner, as it only really sets itself apart on two areas.

First, it uses a slightly different metal blend and coating, giving it a darker-ish color. Brett, who tested it with his partner for us, said that the “polished metal gave it a nice medical feel.”.

Second, the spikes are slightly sharper, which also might be why Brett and his partner said “it felt sharp” and “were much more abrupt than we expected”. They did add that despite the sharpness it wasn’t “so much that we were afraid of puncturing skin”.

Despite not being immediate fans of using pain during foreplay they liked the overall quality, the fact that the “wheel rolled nicely” and that it felt “pretty premium compared to other sex toys”.

The only thing that both I, and Brett noted was that it could use a “plastic washer to stop it from squeaking and wobbling”. Although, I will say, I’ve heard from some that the noise in itself can be a part of what builds up anticipation and tension.

To be completely honest, the only real reason this didn’t make the test winning position is because it’s slightly more expensive. And, of course, the test winner was rated higher (despite the products being very similar).

Best for Beginners Master Series Beginner's Mini Sensation Pinwheel

3.7/5
Overall RatingBedbible Rating

Overall Rating

3.7/5

Bedbible Rating:

3/5

Reviewed by: 

Britnee Wild

User Ratings:

4.4/5

Based on 41 user reviews

40/100
DesignBeginner

Rating: Master Series Beginner's Mini Sensation Pinwheel was rated 40 out of 100, which means it is designed ok.

What it is: The design rating takes into account the shape of the toy in both a visual and ergonomic perspective. We ask our reviewers to rate the overall feeling of the pinwheel bdsm.

60/100
Ease of UseEase of Use

Rating: Master Series Beginner's Mini Sensation Pinwheel was rated 60 out of 100, which means it is somewhat intuitive and easy to use.

What it is: The Ease of Use rating is a score given on how easy the toy is to operate and use. Aspects that are considered is the suitability for different kinds of people, intuitiveness, and potential learning curve of using the product for pleasure (or pain).

40/100
QualityQuality

Rating: Master Series Beginner's Mini Sensation Pinwheel was rated 40 out of 100, which means it is of mediocre quality.

What it is: The Quality rating is a score that takes into account the quality of the materials used in the toy, how well it was manufactured, the safety, durability and overall quality feel of the toy.

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A Closer Look
  • Non-metal wartenberg wheel
  • The wheel can be taken off (see video)

Specifications

Pros

  • Beginner-friendly
  • Easy to clean & store
  • Unlikely to pierce the skin
  • Portable
  • Lightweight

Cons

  • Easy to misplace
  • Less stimulating than metal alternatives
  • Short handle
  • Difficult to apply much pressure
  • Feels cheaply made

Why I Chose It

The Master Series Lil Devil Mini Pinwheel is a great beginner choise for multiple reasons, but most of all because it’s inexpensive and one of the softer-spikes on any wartenberg pinwheel out there.

Looking at all the pinwheels tested from Bedbible testers I haven’t found a more safe pinwheel. While it was a negative for Britnee and her partner that the “it’s too lightweight to find a good angle for harder pressure” it does make it great for beginners who want to avoid applying to much pressure anyways.

And, Britnee did also have her hesitations about the quality of the product and if they were going to use it much more. But, what getting it did do for them was make her decide that “further exploration into sensory play should be in my future”.

They also noted that it were “inexpensive enough to not worry about it if it’s never used again”. Which all in all is basically what makes for a perfect beginner toy – especially when exploring a completely new type of sexual play.

Lastly, they did also say that they found it too small, saying it looked like “it should be held by a small, barbarian action figure”. I honestly laughed, but heck, the small size is what gives it the beginner-worthy qualities at the end of the day.

Comparison

BestTest Winner Runner Up Best for Beginners
Overall score4.5 / 5.0 4.3 / 5.0 3.7 / 5.0
Bedbible rating4.5 / 5.0 4.0 / 5.0 3.0 / 5.0
User rating4.5 / 5.0
from 83 users
4.5 / 5.0
from 83 users
4.4 / 5.0
from 41 users
PriceCheap Moderate Cheap
Design100 / 100 90 / 100 40 / 100
Ease of use100 / 100 100 / 100 60 / 100
Quality100 / 100 80 / 100 40 / 100
Sound---
Power---
Buzzy/Rumbly---
Length7.5 inches7.5 inches3.5 inches
Weight0.15 lbs0.13 lbs-
MaterialsStainless steel Metal ABS Plastic
Texture22 spikes 22 spikes 20 spikes
AllergiesNickel-free Latex-free -
Storage Bag IncludedNo Yes (drawstring bag) No
Width--1 inches
Waterproof--Yes
Colors Available--Black
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Things to consider

The most important things to consider when buying a pinwheen is

  1. the Material it’s made of,
  2. the no. of spike-rows, and
  3. the type of shape/usage.

1. Materials:

Metal (stainless steel, chrome-plated)

  • easy to clean and disinfect
  • durable
  • aesthetically pleasing
  • great for medical fetish toys

Plastic (disposable)

  • great for experimenting
  • not as durable
  • one-use only

 

2. Rows of spikes:

Classic wheel

  • a single wheel with spikes

Disposable wheel

  • made from plastic
  • should be disposed after one use

Seven wheeled

  • seven wheels with spikes

Medeival spinner

  • commonly used for pain play
  • designed to support deep pressure

Double-sided spinner

  • very sharp
  • extra care should be taken when using

 

3. Shape

Handheld

  • attached to a handle
  • easy to run over the body

Finger

  • attaches to finger
  • easy to use during sensory play
Author
Kevin Foley
Kevin Foley

Content writer | As a writer, I work with many different topics. However, my work for BedBible is especially fulfilling, as it gives me the opportunity to promote sexual wellness, educate readers, and expand my personal knowledge on the aforementioned topics. I believe that approaching sexuality with a genuine desire to learn is the best way to expand one’s personal horizons, leading to healthier, more fulfilling relationships—both with yourself and with your partner(s)—down the road.

Age: 27
Gender: Male
Sexual orientation: Straight
Sex toy experience: Intermediate
All-time favorite sex toy: Lelo F1S v2
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