5 Best Urethral Toys for Sounding

Cassie Mørch
by Cassie MørchUpdated:

Sounding requires an extra level of care and choosing high-quality, safe sounding toys is paramount to your safety and enjoyment! That’s why I’ve used my sex toy expertise, together with first person reviews from our team of tester to pick out the very best urethral toys.

Test Winner

4.8Bedbible Rating

Overall Rating

4.8/5

Bedbible Rating:

5/5

Reviewed by: 

Peter Wenham

User Ratings:

4.5/5

Based on 11 user reviews

Runner-Up

4.6Bedbible Rating

Overall Rating

4.6/5

Bedbible Rating:

4.4/5

Reviewed by: 

Aaron Losey

User Ratings:

4.7/5

Based on 17 user reviews

Budget-Friendly

4.8Bedbible Rating

Overall Rating

4.8/5

Bedbible Rating:

5/5

Reviewed by: 

Jeffrey Carpenter

User Ratings:

4.6/5

Based on user reviews

Best For Beginners

3.8Bedbible Rating

Overall Rating

3.8/5

Bedbible Rating:

3.5/5

Reviewed by: 

Aaron Losey

User Ratings:

4.1/5

Based on 17 user reviews

Best For E-Stim

4.0Bedbible Rating

Overall Rating

4.0/5

Bedbible Rating:

3.5/5

Reviewed by: 

George Martin

User Ratings:

4.5/5

Based on 22 user reviews

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Pros & Cons
Pros & Cons
Pros & Cons
Pros & Cons
Pros & Cons
  • Ridges help keep them in place
  • Weighty and sturdy
  • Different sizes to choose from
  • Easy to use and keep clean
  • Not for beginners
  • Packaging doesn't add the feeling of quality
  • A wide range of urethral toys to explore
  • Made of high quality materials
  • Great for urethral stretching and training
  • Storage case for the rosebud sounds
  • Minor quality issues
  • Rosebuds are very blunt
  • SpermStopper doesn't always work
  • Provides deep stimulation
  • Flexible silicone works well for curved penises
  • Sounds increase in size mid length
  • Easy to clean and sterilize
  • May not be comfortable to use for extended periods of time
  • No stopper to prevent them from going too deep
  • Different shapes
  • Hollow design adds to the ease of use
  • Great kit for urethral training
  • The large rings work as stoppers and offer good grip
  • Textures not that distinguishable
  • Not much for advanced users
  • Great size for different levels of experience
  • The beaded texture adds some nice variety in sensation
  • Rubber cock strap is adjustable
  • Can be used with other power boxes/e-stim toys
  • Controls are not very responsive
  • Low power level
  • Power box is battery-operated (2x AAA)

How We Test Urethral Toys

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

To find the very best Urethral Toys, our testers tried and reviewed 269 different products in this category.

Bad or even just mediocre Urethral Toys didn’t make the list!

In total, we’ve thoroughly tested and reviewed 1198 toys over the past 6 years.

We even lab-tested some to get objective data.

Read more about how we test products.
How We Determined the Best Urethral Toys

Test Winner Oxy SpectrumProbe Set

4.8/5
Overall RatingBedbible Rating

Overall Rating

4.8/5

Bedbible Rating:

5/5

Reviewed by: 

Peter Wenham

User Ratings:

4.5/5

Based on 11 user reviews

100/100
DesignBeginner

Rating: Oxy SpectrumProbe Set 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 Urethral Toy.

100/100
Ease of UseEase of Use

Rating: Oxy SpectrumProbe Set 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: Oxy SpectrumProbe Set 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
  • Set of 4 urethral inserts ranging from 8 mm to 11 mm
  • Made of medical grade stainless steel
  • Available in both silver or gold finish and both ridged and smooth

Specifications

Pros

  • Ridges help keep them in place
  • Weighty and sturdy
  • Different sizes to choose from
  • Easy to use and keep clean

Cons

  • Not for beginners
  • Packaging doesn't add the feeling of quality

Why I Chose It

I picked the Oxy SpectrumProbe Set as the Test Winner today because it is a top quality product in the world of urethral toys. It offers some variation in sensation and caters to a diverse level of experience so you can continue challenging yourself on your sounding journey. These medical grade stainless steel probes offer a nice intense, sturdy, and weighted feeling, which adds to the sense of quality.

When our tester, Peter, first received the package and had a look at these urethral toys, he shared that he “was a little nervous about the size!”. Even though the kit features a few different sizes and shapes, I don’t recommend these for total beginners.

Although, he was quickly convinced of the pleasure they provided. Given that “the insertion of them the sensation is quite intense”, the control aspect of having a partner insert them is amazing.

I like the hollow design of the Spectrum Probe inserts as it adds a bit more flexibility to their use. Peter felt that “Being able to wear the probe all day is very erotic” and he enjoyed that it kept him in a constant state of arousal. I would say that the ridged version are slightly better for longer wear as Peter found that “the ridges help keep the Probe in place for as long as is required.”

Runner-Up Oxy Urethral Masturbation Maxi Bundle

4.6/5
Overall RatingBedbible Rating

Overall Rating

4.6/5

Bedbible Rating:

4.4/5

Reviewed by: 

Aaron Losey

User Ratings:

4.7/5

Based on 17 user reviews

75/100
DesignBeginner

Rating: Oxy Urethral Masturbation Maxi Bundle was rated 75 out of 100, which means it is designed very well.

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 Urethral Toy.

100/100
Ease of UseEase of Use

Rating: Oxy Urethral Masturbation Maxi Bundle 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).

60/100
QualityQuality

Rating: Oxy Urethral Masturbation Maxi Bundle was rated 60 out of 100, which means it is fairly 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
  • Kit of 12 urethral inserts in different materials, shapes, and sizes
  • Made of silicone and medical-grade stainless steel
  • Contains 7 steel Rosebuds sounds (between 6-12 mm), a slim hollow penis plug, a solid penis plug, a sperm stopper, a 7.3 mm silicone dilator catheter, and a 7.5 mm silicone dilator.

Specifications

Pros

  • A wide range of urethral toys to explore
  • Made of high quality materials
  • Great for urethral stretching and training
  • Storage case for the rosebud sounds

Cons

  • Minor quality issues
  • Rosebuds are very blunt
  • SpermStopper doesn't always work

Why I Chose It

The Oxy Urethral Masturbation Maxi Bundle is also a winner in my book. This kit really has a lot of variety and versatility to offer. As our tester, Aaron, noted in his review, “I think it’s likely that any sounding enthusiast will find at least one thing they really need, and a few things they really like”.
I like that the Rosebuds have a gradual increase in size, as did Aaron, who wrote that he “can say with confidence that the rosebud set is very effective at sounding training.” This part of the kit is fantastic for working up to the larger items, like Da Bomb penis plug!

As far as the cons go, there are only a few minor issues holding the Maxi Bundle from getting a perfect design score. Aaron found that although “it feels good”, “the sperm stopper just doesn’t do what it was designed to do”. Secondly, “the rosebuds are actually very blunt” which makes them a little harder to insert.  

Overall though, I see this as a high-quality set with a few small exceptions to do with the mechanics of the steel probes and some excess material on the silicone ones.

Budget-Friendly Master Series Invasion Silicone Sound Set

4.8/5
Overall RatingBedbible Rating

Overall Rating

4.8/5

Bedbible Rating:

5/5

Reviewed by: 

Jeffrey Carpenter

User Ratings:

4.6/5

Based on user reviews

90/100
DesignBeginner

Rating: Master Series Invasion Silicone Sound Set 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 Urethral Toy.

80/100
Ease of UseEase of Use

Rating: Master Series Invasion Silicone Sound Set was rated 80 out of 100, which means it is very easy to figure out and 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).

100/100
QualityQuality

Rating: Master Series Invasion Silicone Sound Set 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
  • Set of 3 blue silicone urethral toys
  • Each rod is 8.25 inches long
  • Sounds range in size from 5 mm up to 10 mm

Specifications

Pros

  • Provides deep stimulation
  • Flexible silicone works well for curved penises
  • Sounds increase in size mid length
  • Easy to clean and sterilize

Cons

  • May not be comfortable to use for extended periods of time
  • No stopper to prevent them from going too deep

Why I Chose It

The Master Series Invasion Sound Set is my top recommendation for a relatively budget-friendly set of urethral toys that are both good quality and great for different levels of experience. The sizes range from 5 mm to 10 mm in diameter so it’s an ideal beginner’s toy that’ll grow with you on your sounding journey.

Our tester, Jeffrey, also really appreciated the that “each one also increases in diameter around the halfway mark, which is great for warming up and keeps things exciting as you move the sound deeper”. He enjoyed feeling “the sudden expansion” as he hit the half way mark!

Silicone offers some unique benefits to steel, including being less intimidating and being able to curve with the natural shape of your penis, which is especially important if you have a pronounced curve. That being said, Jeffery did find that, “the friction of silicone keeps the use-time low without irritation”.

Best For Beginners Ouch! Beginner’s Silicone Hollow Urethral Plug Set

3.8/5
Overall RatingBedbible Rating

Overall Rating

3.8/5

Bedbible Rating:

3.5/5

Reviewed by: 

Aaron Losey

User Ratings:

4.1/5

Based on 17 user reviews

85/100
DesignBeginner

Rating: Ouch! Beginner’s Silicone Hollow Urethral Plug Set was rated 85 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 Urethral Toy.

100/100
Ease of UseEase of Use

Rating: Ouch! Beginner’s Silicone Hollow Urethral Plug Set 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).

95/100
QualityQuality

Rating: Ouch! Beginner’s Silicone Hollow Urethral Plug Set was rated 95 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
  • Set of 3 hollow silicone urethral inserts
  • Large rings on the bases
  • Diameters: between 4 mm and 4.5 mm.

Specifications

Pros

  • Different shapes
  • Hollow design adds to the ease of use
  • Great kit for urethral training
  • The large rings work as stoppers and offer good grip

Cons

  • Textures not that distinguishable
  • Not much for advanced users

Why I Chose It

The Ouch! Urethral Plug Set stands out to me as the most beginner-friendly set of urethral toys that we’ve tested here. All three of the inserts have a diameter between 4 mm and 4.5 mm which is relatively small and manageable.

Our tester, Aaron, found that “these are some of the easiest sounds to use”. The short one is great for those who struggle with depth, and the middle one is perfect for those who can already handle some girth. The soft silicone is also nice and flexible which does make the experience a bit more forgiving than with an unyielding steel sound.

For Aaron, his favorite was the largest option in the set. “The beaded texture feels very pronounced, giving it spots of intensity at regular intervals that feel particularly great as the sound moves in and out”. Even though it isn’t as beginner-friendly as the other two options, he did note that it doesn’t require a ton of experience to enjoy.

Even though Aaron thought it was a good product, he did especially note that he found it a bit overpriced compared to other options on the market right now.

Best For E-Stim Oxy E-stick Electro Penis Plug

4.0/5
Overall RatingBedbible Rating

Overall Rating

4.0/5

Bedbible Rating:

3.5/5

Reviewed by: 

George Martin

User Ratings:

4.5/5

Based on 22 user reviews

65/100
DesignBeginner

Rating: Oxy E-stick Electro Penis Plug was rated 65 out of 100, which means it is designed very well.

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 Urethral Toy.

70/100
Ease of UseEase of Use

Rating: Oxy E-stick Electro Penis Plug was rated 70 out of 100, which means it is very easy to figure out and 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).

65/100
QualityQuality

Rating: Oxy E-stick Electro Penis Plug was rated 65 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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  • Stainless steel E-stim penis plug with own power supply
  • Measures 4.5 inches long and has 6.85 mm in diameter.
  • Also comes with rubber cock strap

Specifications

Pros

  • Great size for different levels of experience
  • The beaded texture adds some nice variety in sensation
  • Rubber cock strap is adjustable
  • Can be used with other power boxes/e-stim toys

Cons

  • Controls are not very responsive
  • Low power level
  • Power box is battery-operated (2x AAA)

Why I Chose It

Now, I wanted to include one last urethral toy for those who are curious about combining sounding with e-stim. With this kit, you get to enjoy both internal and external zaps!

Our tester, George, really enjoyed the stainless steel rod. He found that “with the bobbly texture, it felt really nice going in”. It has a satisfying yet sensible length and diameter. The conductive strap is easy to adjust because of the toggle. George did note that it’s important to add plenty of conductive gel when using this strap!

His first experience with the Oxy E-Stick was, unfortunately, quite disappointing and left him feeling quite unsatisfied because of weak electro stimulation. “This isn’t a criticism of just this product, electro stimulation toys that rely upon battery power tend to be rather lacking in the zap department.” While it didn’t satisfy his more advanced tastes, I can see this being a great introduction into electro sounds.

Luckily, the rod itself can also be used in combination with other control boxes and even by itself. It was when George paired the Oxy E-Stick with his mains-powered control box that magic happened:

“Eventually, all this stimulation led to a mind shattering climax, leaving me feeling like I’d just been on the best thrill ride of my life! So, my advice, buy the set for the insertable rod and use it with a better electro stimulation system.”

Comparison

BestTest Winner Runner-Up Budget-Friendly Best For Beginners Best For E-Stim
Overall score4.8 / 5.0 4.6 / 5.0 4.8 / 5.0 3.8 / 5.0 4.0 / 5.0
Bedbible rating5.0 / 5.0 4.4 / 5.0 5.0 / 5.0 3.5 / 5.0 3.5 / 5.0
User rating4.5 / 5.0
from 11 users
4.7 / 5.0
from 17 users
4.6 / 5.0
from 8 users
4.1 / 5.0
from 17 users
4.5 / 5.0
from 22 users
PriceModerate Cheap Affordable Pricey Affordable
Design100 / 100 75 / 100 90 / 100 85 / 100 65 / 100
Ease of use100 / 100 100 / 100 80 / 100 100 / 100 70 / 100
Quality100 / 100 60 / 100 100 / 100 95 / 100 65 / 100
Sound-----
Power-----
Buzzy/Rumbly-----
Length1.96 inchesPenis Plug: 2 inches, Rosebuds: 9.3 inches8.25 inches2, 3.75, and 4.5 inches5.11 inches
MaterialsMedical grade stainless steel Medical grade stainless steel, Silicone Premium silicone Silicone Medical grade stainless steel & rubber
Diameter0.31, 0.35, 0.39, 0.43 inches(6 mm to 12 mm) 0.23-0.47 inches0.19-0.39 inches1.77, 1.57, and 1.57 inches0.27 inches
Colors AvailableSilver & Gold -Blue Black Steel
Storage Bag IncludedYes Yes (for the Rosebuds items) No No No
Rechargeable----No — Battery powered
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Find the Right Size For You

Oxy SpectrumProbe Set

    • Diameter: 8, 9, 10, 11 mm
    • Length: 0.53, 0.59, 0.68, 0.86 inches.

Oxy Urethral Masturbation Maxi Bundle

    • Diameter: Rosebuds: 6-12 mm, Dilators: 7.3-7.5 mm.
    • Length: 2, 9.3 inches.

Master Series Invasion Silicone Sound Set

    • Diameter: 5/6 mm, 7/8 mm, 9/10 mm.
    • Length: 8 inches.

Ouch! Beginner’s Silicone Hollow Urethral Plug Set

    • Diameter: 4- 4.5 mm2.
    • Length: 3.75, 4.5 inches.

Oxy E-Stick Electro Penis Plug

    • Diameter: 6.85 mm.
    • Length: 4.5 inches.

Risks of Urethral Sounding

Urethral sounding does come with some serious risks, so it’s important to educate yourself before deciding if this is for you.

  • Infections (UTIs) are a real danger if the appropriate precautions aren’t taken.
  • Pain is possible if you don’t use enough lube, use a sound that is too large, or don’t listen to your body.
  • Internal injury can arise in the form of micro-tears or perforation.

You should avoiding sounding if you have health concerns affecting your penis, prostate or urinary system, including active STIs or recurrent UTIs.

With that out of the way, let’s start looking at these top-rated urethral toys!

Safe Sounding Tips

We’ll be going over the specifics of how to use urethral toys in a moment, but first, we just wanted to give you three “Safe Sounding Tips” to keep in mind. Whether you’re a first-timer or an experienced enthusiast, it pays to follow these three tips!

  • Stick to sterile materials. Fortunately, most sounds and penis inserts will be made from stainless steel or silicone. These are both non-porous materials that can be sterilized. However, should you encounter a sounding toy made from any other material, check to ensure that it can be properly sterilized before attempting to use it.
  • Clean before and after. Bacteria can grow seemingly instantly. As such, you’ll want to clean your sounding toys (and your body) before and after any sounding sessions to minimize your risk of unnecessary infections.
  • Use the right size. Trying to use a size that’s too big will be uncomfortable at best, and absolutely painful at worst. With continued use, you’ll eventually be able to work up to a larger toy. However, there’s no need to risk damaging your body simply because you’re impatient. Progress takes time: don’t rush it!

What to Look for in a Urethral Toy

Getting into urethral play can be extremely exciting, but given the risk involved, you want to make sure you’ve got the right tools for the job! Here’s some things to consider when looking for the right urethral toys for you.

Safe materials

Safe materials

Safe materials

You should be looking for are silicone sounds and stainless steel sounds, preferably surgical-grade. Both of these materials can be sterilized which is a crucial step in urethral play.

The smoothness and rigidity of stainless steel makes it easier to insert, while the flexibility of silicone can be more comfortable to wear.

Size

Size

Size

As you can imagine, every millimeter counts when it comes to urethral sex toys! You should start out with a slim sound that is roughly the same diameter as your urethra, which, according to Britannica, is usually between 5-8mm when open, but this will vary from person to person. This is why it’s a great idea to buy a sounding kit for beginners.

You should also start with shorter toys that don’t penetrate too far into the urethra.

If and when you want to size up, you should do so very gradually.

Texture

Texture

Texture

If you are a beginner, you should start with a smooth urethral toy. When you are more experienced, you can move on to textured sounds and penis plugs if you want more intense sensations.

Shape

Shape

Shape

If you are new to urethral toys, stick to a straight urethral insertion toy that stays the same width the whole way down.

More experienced users might want to explore curved sounds or rosebud sounds, which have a bulbed tip, offering more intense sensation.

Author
Cassie Mørch
Cassie Mørch

Content Specialist | Anthropologist with a passion for exploring how humans understand sex, pleasure, and intimacy. I believe sexual well-being and pleasure is intricately linked to our overall health and well-being in ways that we probably can’t even comprehend! That’s why I love being able to write about all things related to sex, masturbation, and kink. Hopefully, our informative and sex-positive approach here at Bedbible will allow you to explore your true desires – and help you fulfill them!

Age: 26
Gender: Female
Sexual orientation: Bisexual
Sex toy experience: Experienced
All-time favorite sex toy: Le Wand Hoop Stainless Steel Dildo
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