Marie Claire UK Marie Claire UK
  • Fashion Fashion
      • Fashion
        • View all Fashion
        • Fashion Trends
        • Shopping
        • Watches and Jewellery
        • Fashion News
  • Beauty Beauty
      • Beauty
        • View all Beauty
        • Fragrance
        • Hair
        • Make Up
        • Skincare
        • Nails
        • Marie Claire Beauty Awards
  • Health Health
      • Health
        • View all Health
        • Fitness
        • Nutrition
        • Female Health
        • Wellbeing
  • Life Life
      • Life
        • View all Life
        • Opinions
        • Travel
        • Sustainability
        • Weddings
        • Money & Work
        • Competitions
  • Culture Culture
      • Culture
        • View all Culture
        • TV and Film
        • Celebrity News
        • Books
        • Royal News
  • Vouchers Vouchers
      • Clothing
        • View all Vouchers
        • Mint Velvet
        • Karen Millen
        • H&M
        • nobody's child
        • ASOS
        • ARKET
        • MANGO
      • Designer Clothing
        • View all Vouchers
        • Reiss
        • THE OUTNET
        • SSENSE
        • Mytheresa
        • Liberty London
        • Selfridges
        • Farfetch
      • Accessories
        • View all Vouchers
        • AllSaints
        • Aspinal of London
        • Charles & Keith
        • River Island
        • FitFlop
        • Kate Spade
        • Vagabond
      • Jewellery
        • View all Vouchers
        • Pandora
        • Abbott Lyon
        • Goldsmiths
        • Beaverbrooks
        • Astrid & Miyu
        • Swarovski
        • Angara Jewellery
      • Beauty
        • View all Vouchers
        • Sephora
        • Cult Beauty
        • Space NK
        • Dyson
        • Clarins
        • Look Fantastic
        • Clinique
      • Activewear
        • View all Vouchers
        • Lululemon
        • Gymshark
        • Sweaty Betty
        • Nike
        • adidas
        • New Balance
        • Helly Hansen
  • NEWSLETTER Signup to our newsletter
  • logoCreated with Sketch.
    Marie Claire Newsletter

    Celebrity news, beauty, fashion advice, and fascinating features, delivered straight to your inbox!


    By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.

    You are now subscribed

    Your newsletter sign-up was successful


    An account already exists for this email address, please log in.
    Trending
    • Women in Sport 2026
    • Marie Claire Masters
    • Spring Summer 2026
    • Nail Trends 2026
    • Best Investment Bags
    • Best Perfumes
    • Digital Issues
    • Women Who Win
    1. Life
    2. Relationships

    Yes, quiet sex toys exist: these are the 14 best to treat yourself to tonight

    Just remember: shhhh...

    Ally Head's avatar
    By Ally Head
    Published 17 February 2023 In Buying Guides

    When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.

    Lily Allen posing with one of her quiet sex toys, designed for Satisfyer
    (Image credit: Satisfyer)
    • Facebook
    • X
    • Pinterest
    Share this article
    Join the conversation
    Follow us
    Add us as a preferred source on Google
    Subscribe to our newsletter

    Fun fact: sales of Ann Summer's quietest vibrator, The Whisper Rabbit, are up by 60% compared with this time last year, putting quiet sex toys firmly on the radar.

    Forget clamping your duvet over your vibrator or attempting to muffle your wand, some of the best sex toys the universe has gifted us have actually been designed with minimal noise in mind.

    A bit like the best sex toys on Amazon, all of the below can be bought at the click of a button, and are also okayed by our experts as some of the best sex toys for beginners, thanks to their simple designs and instruction manuals. 

    Lovehoney sex expert Oloni shares: "Lots of people are now looking for the best quiet sex toys to make their sex life spicy without too much noise."

    Her top tips for keeping things quiet in the bedroom as a couple? Play some music, try some face-to-face positions where less thrusting is involved, and have a go at covering each other’s mouths with your hands. "It's both practical and sexy," she explains.

    If it's self-love you're after, she recommends investing in a quiet sex toy. From non-vibrating toys, to strokers, to bullets, to rabbits, to massage wands, there's something for everyone in this roundup, from silent to subtle yet strong.

    Do note here, though: if the toy is quiet, so too do you need to be... We bought you guides to the best sex toys for couples, best anal sex toys, and best sex toy cleaners.Next up? All the quiet sex toys to have on your radar. Shhhh......

    Quiet sex toys: 14 to shop now

    Best Quiet Sex Toys: A Lovehoney Silencet Whisper Quiet Classic Vibrator

    Lovehoney Silencer Whisper Quiet Vibrator
    VIEW AT LOVEHONEY

    Vibrators should be seen and not heard, right? But, we mean, mainly, vibrators should be felt, because that's what you're investing in one for. The Lovehoney Silencer Whisper vibrator is - surprise, surprise - designed to function just as powerfully as the other louder models while running quietly. It's a classic design made into a quieter model while still remaining very, very powerful. Enjoy.

    Pros

    • Easy to use
    • Whisper quiet
    • Waterproof
    • Beginner-friendly

    Cons

    • Basic design
    • 3 speeds and 4 patterns - not as much variety as other toys.

    Quiet sex toys from Ann Summers

    Ann Summers Whisper Quiet Clit Stim Vibrator
    VIEW AT ANN SUMMERS

    If being subtle during your playtime is important, you'll want to check this toy out. Fun fact: the volume of the sits at under 35 decibels, so it's literally comparable to the sound of a whisper. Neat. Plus, it's small - palm-sized, to be precise - and designed for clitoral stimulation. Enjoy.

    Pros

    • 11 vibration patterns
    • Waterproof
    • Made from body-safe silicone
    • USB rechargeable
    • One of the quietest toys Ann Summers offers, from their dedicated Whisper Quiet range

    Cons

    • Only offers one purpose (clitoral stimulation).
    • Higher price point.

    A quiet sex toy from Ann Summers

    Ann Summers Whisper Wand
    VIEW AT ANN SUMMERS

    This Whisper Wand from Ann Summer's quietest vibrator range to date might be an investment but it's a great toy. With the volume promising to stay under 35 decibels, like the clitoral toy above, you can enjoy the eleven vibration patterns in confidence.  

    Pros

    • 11 vibration patterns
    • Waterproof
    • Made from body-safe silicone
    • USB rechargeable
    • One of the quietest toys Ann Summers offers, from their dedicated Whisper Quiet range

    Cons

    • Higher price point.

    Best Quiet Sex Toys: Whisper Vibrator

    Ann Summers The Whisper Vibrator
    VIEW AT ANN SUMMERS

    This four-inch long and one-inch wide vibrator has a whopping ten functions without so much as making (much) sound. Yep. Plus, has a handy USB charging cable included.

    Pros

    • Ten functions
    • USB chargeable
    • Waterproof
    • One of the quietest toys Ann Summers offers, from their dedicated Whisper Quiet range.

    Cons

    • Four inches long, which may fall short for some users
    • Higher price point.

    Best Quiet Sex Toys: a product shot of Lily Allen's Womanizer sex toy

    Womanizer Liberty by Lily Allen
    VIEW AT ANN SUMMERS

     Fancy getting your hands on a vibrator co-designed by Lily Allen? Well, you're in luck. It's a limited edition toy, so snap it up quickly. Other need-to-knows: the Liberty is travel-friendly and promises intense, contact-free clitoral stimulation.

    Pros

    • 6 intensity levels
    • Travel friendly
    • USB rechargeable
    • Waterproof
    • 5 year warranty

    Cons

    • Higher price point.

    Best Quiet Sex Toy: Tracey Cox Supersex Bullet Vibrator

    Tracey Cox Supersex Bullet Vibrator
    VIEW AT LOVEHONEY

    When it's got supersex in the name, it's bound to be good, right? There's a reason it's widely accepted as one of the best bullet vibrators - this Tracey Cox bullet vibrator is small but powerful, and quiet as you like, too. Oh, and did we mention it's waterproof, for shower and bath-time fun? Yep. 

    Pros

    • Small yet powerful
    • Easy-to-operate
    • Suitable for beginners
    • Waterproof
    • Affordable price point.

    Cons

    • Not for anal use
    • Battery powered
    • Only offers one vibration setting.

    Best Quiet Sex Toys: Lovehoney 3-Speed Micro Magic Wand Vibrator 36732

    Lovehoney 3-Speed Micro Magic Wand Vibrator
    VIEW AT LOVEHONEY

    Fun fact: wands are said to offer a more powerful orgasm than vibrators. This one is strong but also near silent, promising to give you one hell of a finish - without waking your flatmates.

    Keen to read more? Our guide to the best wand vibrators will help. 

    Pros

    • 3 different speed settings
    • Flexible neck ideal for stimulating hard-to-reach areas
    • Small in size (fits into a pocket)
    • Affordable price point.

    Cons

    • Not waterproof
    • Battery powered.

    Best Quiet Sex Toys: Mantric Clitoral Vibrator from Lovehoney

    Lovehoney Mantric Rechargeable Clitoral Vibrator
    VIEW AT LOVEHONEY

    This clitoral vibrator is a great quiet sex toy option as it has not two, not three, but a whopping seven silent settings. It's also cute, styled in a petite teardrop shape. Plus, if you find scrolling through settings a pain, you'll like this toy - it has a neat colour-changing panel on the bottom to help you remember your favourite setting. Worth the investment, in our opinion. 

    Pros

    • Seven silent settings
    • Colour changing panel to help you remember your favourite setting
    • USB rechargeable
    • Waterproof.

    Cons

    • Designed for clitoral stimulation only
    • Higher price point.

    Best Quiet Sex Toys: WMZ Premium Blueberry Vibrator

    Womanizer Premium
    VIEW AT AMAZON

    Like a clit massage? Then you'll like Womanizer's premium toy. It massages your clitoris with an intense - but quiet - suction with twelve different intensity levels. Clever and discreet "smart silence" technology means the toy is only active when in contact with your skin.

    Pros

    • Twelve settings
    • Turns off when not in contact with your skin for the ultimate quiet sex toy experience

    Cons

    • One function - clitoral stimulation
    • Higher price point.

    Smile Makers Billionaire sex toy in purple

    Smile Makers The Billionaire
    VIEW AT CULT BEAUTY

    Smile Makers toys aren't just cute, but good for the ol' orgasms, too. Like the sound of a sleek, versatile and also quiet sex toy that works for both clitoral and vaginal stimulation? Yeah, we thought you might.

    Pros

    • Internal and external vibrator
    • 4 different speeds and 2 pulsation modes
    • Waterproof
    • 4 hours of charge time.

    Cons

    • Higher price point
    • Battery powered.

    Best vibrators: smile makers firefigher vibrator

    Smile Makers The Firefighter - £44.95 | Smile Makers
    VIEW AT CULT BEAUTY

    Another fun fact for you - labia stimulation has been found to help a more intense orgasm, which is why the wide, all-encompassing nose of this Smile Maker Firefighter will do just the trick, while keeping the sound on the DL, too.

    Pros

    • Completely silent
    • Waterproof
    • 4 speed settings and 2 pulsation modes
    • 4 hours charge time.

    Cons

    • Higher price point
    • Battery powered.

    A quiet sex toy from Smile Makers

    Smile Makers The French Lover
    VIEW AT CULT BEAUTY

    Next up: Smile Maker's French Lover, which has a delicate (and quiet) vibrating tongue made of seriously smooth silicon. This is the real deal, and a real feel, too.

    Pros

    • Waterproof
    • 4 speed settings and two pulsation modes
    • 4 hours charge time.

    Cons

    • Higher price point
    • Battery powered.

    Quiet sex toys from Smile Makers

    Smile Makers The Tennis Pro
    VIEW AT SMILE MAKERS

    Last from Smile Maker's comes the Tennis Pro. It's designed to be an internal vibrator, with the promise of G-spot stimulation, too. Just remember - if the toy's quiet, you best be, too.

    Pros

    • Completely silent
    • Waterproof
    • 4 speed settings and 2 pulsation mode to find your fancy
    • 2-year warranty
    • 4 hours charge.

    Cons

    • Higher price point
    • Battery powered.

    One of the best sex toys from Hot Octopuss

    Hot Octopuss The Amo Vibrator
    VIEW AT AMAZON

    When we say small, we mean small. This vibrator is mini and super quiet, too, making it the perfect weapon of choice for shared living situations or, ahem, your parent's house.

    Pros

    • 6 speed and 5 vibration settings
    • Whisper quiet
    • USB charging
    • Small and portable

    Cons

    • Higher price point.

    Is there such thing as a silent vibrator?

    Short answer - while no vibrators will run totally silently, there are some really great quiet options on the market that you can enjoy using without worrying about being heard.

    The Ann Summers Whisper range is a great bet - their quietest vibrator range to date, all of their toys have seen rave reviews after testing and guarantee plenty of fun without the noise. 

    Marie Claire Newsletter

    Celebrity news, beauty, fashion advice, and fascinating features, delivered straight to your inbox!

    By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.
    Ally Head
    Ally Head
    Social Links Navigation
    Senior Health and Sustainability Editor

    Ally is Marie Claire UK's Senior Health and Sustainability Editor, a well-regarded wellness expert, ten-time marathoner, and Boston Qualifying runner.

    Utilising her impressive skillset and exceptional quality of writing, she pens investigative, review and first-person pieces that consistently demonstrate flair and originality.

    Ally manages a team of freelancers, oversees all commissioning and strategy for her pillars, and spearheads the brand's annual Women in Sport covers, interviewing and shooting the likes of Mary Earps, Millie Bright, and Ilona Maher. Shortlisted for three BSMEs and winning one in 2022, Ally lives and breathes her verticals: her eye for a story and connections within the wellness sphere are unrivalled. Follow Ally on Instagram for more.

    Read more
    Best walking pads: A woman on a walking pad at home getting her daily steps in
    Fitness Walking Pads Are the Fitness Buy of the Summer—8 Best To Transform Your WFH Routine
    Lillie Bleasdale trying the best gym shorts
    Fitness 10 Best Gym Shorts to Buy for Hot, Sweaty Workouts—Tried and Tested by Our Editors
     
     
    collage of beauty items on sale
    Beauty 18 Iconic Beauty Buys That Are Either on Sale, Have a Discount Code or Both
    Beauty Digest
    Beauty The Beauty Digest: Max Mara Bottles an Icon, a £12.99 Skincare Revelation and an Ode to the Classic Massage
     
     
    Latest in Relationships
    Wedding planning
    Relationships I Love My Fiancé, but I Resent the Emotional Labour of Planning Our Wedding
    Wicker husband: Alexander Skarsgård and Olivia Coleman in the new film Wicker
    Relationships Move Over Regular Men and AI Boyfriends, The “Wicker Husband” Has Arrived
     
     
    Emotionally Unavailable Men: Jacob Elordi and Margot Robbie in Wuthering Heights
    Relationships Why Are We Still Glamourising Emotionally Unavailable Men?
    Broken disco ball smashed to pieces on the floor. Black and white for a dramatic touch. Shiny backdrop is defocused.
    Relationships Why Do Men Ruin Your Birthday?
     
     
    Latest in Buying Guides
    30 AW26 BUYS
    Fashion 30 of the Most Sought-After New Season Buys to Kick-Start Your Autumn/Winter 2026 Wardrobe
    Senior Health Editor trying Rapha, Pas Normal, Universal Colours, and Jelenew cycling gear, in Richmond Park and Brighton
    Fitness I'm a Fashion-Conscious Health Editor Who Just Started Cycling—6 Brands That Finally Nailed Style and Performance
     
     
    Best foundation balms
    Make Up If You’ve Fallen Out of Love With Foundation in Your 30s, This Hydrating, Blurring Alternative Still Gives Impressive Coverage
    Reformation Sale
    Fashion The Reformation Summer Sale Is Full of Autumn Buys—So I Spent Two Hours Finding the Best Ones
     
     
    logoCreated with Sketch.
    • Site Archive
    • Contact Future's experts
    • Contact us
    • Terms and conditions
    • Advertise with us
    • Privacy policy
    • Cookies policy
    • About us
    Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google

    Marie Claire UK is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. Visit our corporate site.

    © Future Publishing Limited Quay House, The Ambury, Bath BA1 1UA. All rights reserved. England and Wales company registration number 2008885.