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Sex toy deals: Score big on LELO, ZALO, and more

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Looking for sex toy deals? We’ve got you covered. Check out our favorite picks from Satisfyer, LELO, We-Vibe, and more.
person holding pink vibrator

UPDATE: Oct. 30, 2023, 9:05 a.m. EDT This story has been updated to include the latest sale prices and availability of sex toys.

Best sex toy deals this week:
BEST VIBRATOR DEAL

LELO Smart Wand 2

$125 at Amazon
(save $74)

Lelo smart wand 2

BEST SUCTION TOY DEAL

JimmyJane Apex

$89.97 at PinkCherry
(save $59.98 with code BLACK)

Apex by JimmyJane

BEST DILDO DEAL

Tracey Cox Supersex glass dildo set

$29.99 at Lovehoney
(save $30)

tracey cox dildo set



BEST PENIS SLEEVE DEAL

Fleshlight Go Stamina Training Unit Lady Pack

$69.95 at Fleshlight
(save $11.90)

fleshlight sleeve with two bottles of lube

BEST ANAL TOY DEAL

Lovers Ace of Spades Anal Plug

$34.99 at Lovers
(save $7.01)

Lovers Ace of Spades Anal Plug

We’re not saying that treating yourself to some new sex toys will improve your life, but we’re also not not saying that. Spending money on upping your solo sesh game or adding a little spice with a partner is well worth the investment. Though we believe in springing for well-made toys since you’ll be putting them in, on, and around your genitals, that doesn’t necessarily mean you have to drop a ton of cash.

Every week, we’ll be rounding up the best deals directly from manufacturers and online sex shops, so you can find a toy you’ll love at prices you’ll love (almost) as much. Check out our favorite sex toy deals below:

Best vibrator deal


Lelo smart wand 2

Credit: Lelo


Our pick: LELO Smart Wand 2

$125 at Amazon (save $74)



Why we like it

LELO is known for its high-end, luxe pleasure products, and the Smart Wand 2 is one of the brand’s best designs yet (in our opinion). This wand is powerful and built to get the job done. Its ergonomic handle makes it easy to hold against your body while the powerful vibrations can help you get there and fast.

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Best suction toy deal


Apex by JimmyJane

Credit: JimmyJane


Our pick: JimmyJane Apex

$89.97 at PinkCherry (save $59.98 with code BLACK)

Why we like it

At first glance, the shape of this toy may throw you, but trust us, it’s worth trying out. JimmyJane’s Apex vibrator isn’t just a vibrator or just a clitoral stimulator — this toy is a pussy pump, tongue-shaped stimulator, G-spot massager, and clitoral vibrator all in one.

It features 10 vibration patterns, three suction patterns, and seven tongue-motion patterns. The only issue (if you could even call it that) is that this toy doesn’t play around when it comes to suction. It’s very powerful, and if you’re not paying attention or press the wrong button, it’ll rip your clit off. So, we definitely recommend playing around with it on your hand or arm before getting it close to your sensitive bits. Once you’ve got it figured out, though, it’s on.

We love this toy so much that we included it in our best sex toys for women roundup.

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Best dildo deal


tracey cox dildo set

Credit: Tracey Cox


Our pick: Tracey Cox Supersex glass dildo set

$29.99 at Lovehoney (save $30)



Why we like it

This Tracey Cox Superset glass dildo set is a versatile (not to mention stylish) addition to anyone’s sex toy collection. The set includes two smooth and super durable borosilicate glass dual-ended dildos created by sexpert Tracey Cox herself. The larger dildo curves into an “S” shape for targeted G-spot or P-spot stimulation; one end is ribbed for added pleasure (perfect for analy play), while the smaller dildo is lightly curved and features nodules along the shaft.

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Best penis sleeve deal


fleshlight sleeve with two bottles of lube

Credit: Fleshlight


Our pick: Fleshlight Go Stamina Training Unit Lady Pack

$69.95 at Fleshlight (save $11.90)

Why we like it

When it comes to sex toys specifically for people with penises, Fleshlight might be the most recognizable name out there, and for a good reason — they’re masters at the masturbation sleeve. Fleshlight’s sleeves have made our favorites list before, and this bundle comes with a compact version of one of the brand’s most popular sleeves, the Stamina Training Unit, as well as lube and cleaner.

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Best anal toy deal


Lovers ace of spades anal plug

Credit: Lovers


Our pick: Lovers Ace of Spades anal plug

$34.99 at Lovers (save $7.01)

Why we like it

Lovers Ace of Spades anal plug is ideal for beginners and anal pros. Thanks to its smooth, silicone exterior and approachable 4.14-inch size, anyone can enjoy anal play with this toy. It features seven vibration modes and speeds, a flared base for safe and easy insertion, and a simple one-button control. It can also stimulate other erogenous zones, like the nipple or clitoris.

More anal toy deals:

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Spooktacular deals you definitely need to know about 

  • Get 15% off select BDSM and kink at Babeland, plus free shipping on orders $85+

  • Score up to 70% off select toys at Good Vibes, plus free shipping on orders $85+

  • Get 15% off sitewide at ZALO with code SUMMER

  • Get free shipping on orders $29+ at Fun Factory

  • Score up to 70% off advent calendars at Lovehoney

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REI outdoor sale: Get 40% off REI camping and hiking gear

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As of Oct. 27, you can score up to 40% off REI camping and hiking gear. This sale’s got everything from tents to gadgets to camp furniture.
REI tent on green grass

As of Oct. 27, you can score up to 40% off REI camping and hiking gear. This sale’s got everything from tents to gadgets to camp furniture.

Our top picks:
Best tent deal

NEMO Aurora two-person tent

$209.93 at REI
(save $90.02)

NEMO two person tent in green

Best gadget deal

Swiss Army Alox Pioneer X Multi-Tool

$45.93 at REI
(save $16.07)

Swiss Army Alox Pioneer X Multi-Tool

Best pet gear deal

OllyDog Rover Dog Pack Bundle

$44.73 at REI
(save $70.27)

OllyDog Rover Dog Pack Bundle

Whether you need some extra gear for winter camping or just want to be prepared when the warm weather next spring hits, now’s the time to stock up on gear.

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The best camping stoves for your outdoor adventures

As of Oct. 27, REI is offering up to 40% off on camping and hiking gear. There’s no need for a promo code, either. Just add to your cart and save.

From tents to pet gear to sleeping bags, we’ve listed our favorite deals below.

Best tent deal


NEMO two person tent in green

Credit: NEMO


Our pick: NEMO Aurora two-person tent

$209.93 at REI (save $90.02)

Why we like it

The NEMO Aurora two-person tent with footprint is ideal for couples or solo travelers looking for a lightweight and durable tent. It’s versatile enough for backpacking or car camping, and with the included footprint, it provides extra protection for the bottom of your tent.

It’s also easy to set up, has overhead light pockets, and includes a duffle bag for storage and transportation convenience.

Best gadget deal


Swiss Army Alox Pioneer X Multi-Tool

Credit: Swiss Army


Our pick: Swiss Army Alox Pioneer X Multi-Tool

$45.93 at REI (save $16.07)

Why we like it

You can’t go into the woods without a multi-tool (aka a fancy pocket knife). The Swiss Army Alox Pioneer X Multi-Tool includes scissors, a sharpened reamer, punch, bottle opener, can opener, wire stripper, screwdriver, lanyard ring, and a versatile steel blade. It’s tiny but packed with all the essential tools you’ll need for outdoor adventures.

Best pet gear deal


OllyDog Rover Dog Pack Bundle

Credit: OllyDog


Our pick: OllyDog Rover Dog Pack Bundle

$44.73 at REI (save $70.27)

Why we like it

If you plan on bringing your furry friend along, the OllyDog Rover Dog Pack Bundle is a must-have. This water-resistant dog pack is lightweight and durable. It has five adjustable attachment points for a comfortable fit, and a saddlebag so your pup can carry food, water, and other essentials (collapsible bowls, toys, etc.).

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Plus, the soft and secure handle makes it easy to grab in an emergency. It also comes with a mountain leash that measures 60 inches long.

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Meta rejected Unbound’s sex toy ads — until they marketed to men

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Sexual wellness brand Unbound made ads for a fake male-focused company, Thunderthrust. Meta approved Thunderthrust’s ads.
rejected and approved unbound and thunderthrust facebook ads

For years, online and offline spaces have rejected ads for products to help make sex better for women — but approved ones for men. In 2019, sex toy brand Dame sued the MTA over rejected subway ads (which they eventually settled). That same year, Dame and fellow brand Unbound pointed out this discrepancy with a quiz on what ads are blocked versus which are approved. When the ad centers a women’s sex toy, it’s rejected; when it’s about an erectile dysfunction product, it’s approved.

It’s sad to say that in 2023, the case is still the same. Now, Unbound tested whether Meta would approve its product ads if they were targeted to men — and it did.

When Unbound submitted ads for products like its Ollie wand vibrator, Bandit cock ring, or Cuffies handcuffs as they are, Meta rejected them. These ads feature the bright-colored products alone or with hands, usually in front of a colorful or sky backdrop.

“We want as many people as possible to have the best sex possible,” Unbound’s CEO and co-founder Polly Rodriguez said in a video on Twitter. “But the problem is that we cannot reach them.”

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Unbound’s senior content manager Maddy Siriouthay went on to explain that many advertising platforms write their compliance policies through the lens of family planning — products that assist or prevent pregnancy. Here is a snippet from Meta’s Adult Product or Services ad policy:

Ads must not promote the sale or use of adult products or services. Ads promoting sexual and reproductive health products or services, like contraception and family planning, must be targeted to people 18 years or older and must not focus on sexual pleasure.

In practice, however, Unbound found a plethora of ads to improve erectile dysfunction and “male” sexual performance. Some of these ads contained explicit language and body parts.

As an experiment, Unbound edited their products to be in stereotypical dude colors (gray), changed the target audience, and created a name for a fake male fitness and performance enhancing company, Thunderthrust. The toys themselves stayed the same, and Unbound submitted Thunderthrust ads for approval.

unbound ollie wand vibrator ad rejected by meta

Unbound’s original ad for Ollie, its wand vibrator, rejected by Meta.
Credit: Unbound

thunderthrust black and white ad featuring bare back of male with black wand vibrator

Unbound’s “Thunderthrust” ad for Ollie, approved by Meta.
Credit: Unbound

Meta approved these male-targeted ads.

This is a long-standing problem that companies like Unbound are fighting against. Earlier this year, these brands along with the Center for Intimacy Justice filed a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) requesting that the FTC take action against Meta’s rejection of female-focused ads. This comes after Meta’s policy change in October 2022 to allow sexual health, wellness, and reproductive health ads — but, judging from this experiment, there’s still more to be done.

The Center has an ongoing petition to #StopCensoringSexualHealth, which Unbound workers encourage people to sign in its Thunderthrust videos.

“These policies are discriminatory in the way they are written, because they only allow one gender identity access to the tools and information that support a holistic definition of sexual wellness,” said Rodriguez in a second Twitter video.

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“We’d love to talk to Meta about improving the policies so that they are less gendered in how they are written and applied, and we’d welcome any conversation at any point in time,” Rodriguez told Mashable, while commenting that Meta has historically not been willing to come to the table.

Mashable reached out to Meta for comment and will update this story if received.

“Vibrator ads might seem a tedious hill to die on,” said Siriouthay in Unbound’s video, “but companies like Meta which own social media networks like Facebook and Instagram have major influence in what we see every day, which can then influence our subconscious beliefs, and the choices we make, and the opportunities we have.”