Dildos: The Full Lormi Guide

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By George JonesSep 21, 2026

Dildos are the simplest toy in the shop and still the easiest to get wrong. Material, size, curve, suction cup, vibrating or not: the choices stack up fast, and most product pages assume you already know what matters. This guide is for the moment before you buy. Every shelf and product below is linked, so you can jump straight to what you need, and if you want the wider picture first, start with the sex toys guide. To skip straight to shopping, the full dildos collection has everything in one place, and the best sellers page shows what other people are buying.

What is a dildo, and how is it different from a vibrator?

A dildo is a toy made for insertion that does its job through shape and feel, with no motor required. A vibrator adds vibration, and the two overlap: some vibrators are shaped like dildos, and some dildos vibrate or thrust. If you are not sure which you want, read the best vibrator guide first, then browse vibrators, G spot vibrators and rabbit vibrators. If external stimulation is what you are after, the clitoral toys shelf is a better fit, since a standard dildo does not do that job on its own.

Start with the material

Material decides how a dildo feels, how you clean it and which lube you can use, so check it before you check the size. Here are the materials you will meet on the dildos shelf.

Silicone

The Real Rock Silicone Dildo Without Balls 6 Inch is £29.99 and comes in black or flesh. It is dual density, with a firmer core and a softer outer layer, so it feels lifelike without being rigid. The silicone is thermo reactive, which means it warms towards body temperature as you use it.

Ultra Skin

Real Rock's curved dildos use Ultra Skin, a realistic material that is phthalate free and latex free. There is a 7 inch curved dildo at £21.99, an 8 inch curved dildo with balls at £28.99 and a 10 inch curved dildo at £38.99. All three have fine veining, a defined head and a suction cup base.

Rubber

The Real Rock Black Realistic Dildo 8 Inch is £39.99 and made from rubber. Rubber toys can be porous, so a condom makes cleaning easier and is a good idea if you share it. Silicone based lube can damage rubber, so stick to water based.

Steel and silicone

The Fifty Shades of Grey Sweet Pressure Steel and Silicone Double Ended Dildo is £79.99 and gives you two very different sensations in one toy. One end is solid metal, 5 inches with a bulbous head, made for weight and temperature play. The other is wrapped in soft silicone, 5.7 inches long with a G spot focus. The rest of the Fifty Shades of Grey range is a short click away.

How big should a dildo be?

Length is only half the story, but it is the number everyone looks for, so here is the range on the shelf. The 6 inch silicone dildo measures 15.3cm, the 7 inch curved dildo is 18cm, the 8 inch curved dildo with balls is 20.5cm and the 10 inch curved dildo is 25.5cm. At the top end, the Pipedream Dildo with Balls 14 Inch is 36cm and £68.99, and the listing calls it a very large toy.

If this is your first dildo, start at the smaller end and go up later. Starting smaller is the cheaper mistake. With any of the longer ones, go slowly, build up at your own pace and stop if anything is uncomfortable.

Suction cups, hands free use and strap ons

Every Real Rock and Pipedream dildo on the shelf has a suction cup base that grips smooth, flat surfaces such as tiles or glass. Press it down firmly and give it a gentle tug to check it has stuck before you start. The curved Real Rock dildos and the Pipedream are also strap on compatible, so they can be worn with a compatible harness.

If you want a strap on that needs no harness at all, the Happy Rabbit Vibrating Strapless Strap On is £79.99 and built for two. A longer shaft goes to the receiver, a contoured internal piece sits against the wearer's G spot, and rabbit ears buzz against the clitoris. It has 15 vibration settings, is made from silicone, and is waterproof and USB rechargeable. See the full Happy Rabbit range and the wider couples sex toys shelf.

When a dildo needs to do more

The Fun Factory Stronic Real Realistic Thrusting Vibrator is £79.99 and does not just vibrate, it thrusts with a genuine back and forth motion. It has seven speeds and three rhythms, is made from medical grade, body safe silicone, is waterproof and submersible, and charges over USB C. It is for internal use only, not anal play, and it comes with Fun Factory's 25 year warranty. Browse the rest of the Fun Factory range, or see how thrusting compares with a standard buzz in the best vibrator guide.

For the one novelty item on the shelf, there is the Clone A Willy Penis Moulding Kit at £39.99 in six colours, with a moulding powder refill at £12.99. It does exactly what the name says.

How to use a dildo

Use plenty of water based lube and add more as you go. Water based is the safe choice for both silicone and rubber, because silicone lube can damage the surface of either. Lormi Loob Water Based Lube 250ml is £11.99 and Lubido Original is £3.99, and the full range lives under lubricants. Not sure what to pick? The best lubricants guide covers it. Start slowly, build up gradually, and check the suction cup has stuck before you let go.

Thinking about anal? Check the product page first. The Stronic Real is internal use only, and anal play generally needs a flared base so nothing goes further than intended. If in doubt, buy something made for it: browse anal sex toys and butt plugs, pick up anal lube such as Lubido Anal Ease, and read the anal lube guide and the vibrating butt plugs guide.

Cleaning and storing your dildo

After each use, wash it with warm water and a mild soap or a proper toy cleaner, then dry it fully. Store it somewhere clean and dry, not touching other toys. If a toy moves from anal to vaginal play, or between partners, wash it or cover it with a fresh condom first. Durex Thin Feel Latex Condoms are a good place to start, and the whole Durex range is on the site.

So which dildo should you buy?

Never bought one? The 7 inch curved dildo at £21.99 or the 6 inch silicone dildo at £29.99 are sensible places to begin. Want realistic texture with balls? The 8 inch curved dildo is £28.99. Want longer? The 10 inch is £38.99. Want to go properly large? There is the 14 inch Pipedream. Want more than one sensation? The Stronic Real thrusts and the Sweet Pressure gives you a metal end and a silicone end in one toy.

Shopping for a specific person? The sex toys for women page and the sex toys for men page both do the sorting, and if you want a toy for prostate play, start with prostate toys. Something to wear alongside? The lingerie range has Lormi's own designs, or see everything new in.

Buying a dildo without anyone knowing

Shows up in a box that gives away nothing. Not even to a nosy flatmate. Every order ships in plain, unbranded packaging with no product names, logos or descriptions visible anywhere, and your card statement shows a generic company name, not Lormi. The full detail is on the discreet packaging page. Orders placed before 4pm are dispatched the same day, and delivery is free over £25, with everything spelled out on the delivery and returns page. Questions? Try the FAQs, read about Lormi, check the brands we stock or contact us.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best dildo for a beginner?

There is no single best one, but starting smaller and simpler is a safe rule. The 7 inch curved dildo and the 6 inch silicone dildo are the smaller options on the shelf, and the best vibrator guide helps if you are still deciding between types.

What is the difference between a dildo and a vibrator?

A dildo works through shape and feel and needs no motor. A vibrator adds vibration. Some toys are both, like the Stronic Real. Browse vibrators or dildos depending on what you want.

Do I need lube with a dildo?

Yes, plenty of it. Use water based lube, and keep silicone lube away from silicone and rubber toys. The best lubricants guide explains the difference.

Can I use a dildo with a strap on harness?

The curved Real Rock dildos and the Pipedream are listed as strap on compatible, so they can be worn with a compatible harness. If you want no harness at all, look at the Happy Rabbit Vibrating Strapless Strap On.

Can I use any dildo for anal play?

No. Check the product page, and remember that anal play generally needs a flared base. The Stronic Real, for example, is internal use only. For anal, start with anal sex toys and the anal lube guide.

How do I clean a dildo?

Warm water and a mild soap or a toy cleaner after each use, then dry it fully and store it clean and dry. Rubber can be porous, so a condom makes cleaning easier.