Anal sex machines that let you start slow and shallow

An anal machine is really just a thrusting machine that can go slow and shallow, with a slim dildo on the end. Get those three things right and you can take things at your own pace, which is the whole point.

Slow, shallow and slim: the three things that matter most

The anus doesn't stretch or make its own lubrication the way a vagina does, so the machine has to let you take it easy. Any thrusting machine can technically be used for anal, but these three things decide whether it's comfortable.

1. Slow. Most makers only publish the top speed, which annoys me, because for anal the slowest setting matters much more. The Doc Johnson is the only one here that gives a real number for its slowest speed, 28 strokes a minute.
2. Shallow. Stroke length is how far the dildo moves in and out. The Hismith Anal Play Kit goes as short as 1.3 in, and an adjustable stroke lets you go deeper only when you're ready.
3. Slim. Look for a slim, smooth or tapered dildo made of body-safe silicone. If the maker doesn't say what a dildo is made of, don't put it in your body.

It also helps to have an easy way to stop, like a big stop button or a simple wired controller, and to check the connector (KlicLok, 3XLR or Vac-U-Lock), because that decides which anal dildos you can buy for it later.

So which one should you get?

For most people it's the Hismith Anal Play Kit, because it's the only machine here that comes with slim silicone anal dildos in the box, and its stroke goes as short as 1.3 in. If you want app control and something smaller, look at the Lovense Mini Sex Machine and add a slim dildo.

When a machine isn't the right move

Machines are great if you're curious about anal or prostate play and want to go at your own pace, or if you find it tiring to hold a toy at the right angle. But if you have pain, bleeding or a medical condition down there, please see a doctor first, and if you can't set the machine on a steady surface, wait until you can.

How the six compare on stroke, speed and dildos

Alternative sex machines you should consider

It might look like a sweet deal at EUR 129, but the Auxfun bundle doesn't say what its anal dildo is made of, and two of the other dildos are PVC. If it's going inside you, you deserve to know what it is. If your budget is tight, buy the Auxfun for the machine and add a slim silicone 3XLR dildo, or save up for the Hismith Anal Play Kit, which tells you exactly what you're getting.

And if you're looking at the $999.99 Doc Johnson machine for anal, the Hismith kit costs about half as much and comes with the anal dildos already in the box.

The anal questions people are most embarrassed to ask

Can you use a sex machine for anal?

Yes, as long as you pick the right machine and take it slow. Look for a short or adjustable stroke, a slow starting speed, and a slim, tapered dildo made of body-safe silicone. Use plenty of lube, start at the lowest setting with the shortest stroke, and stop if anything hurts.

What stroke length is best for anal beginners?

Shorter is better when you're starting out. The machines in this guide go as short as 1.3 in (the Hismith Anal Play Kit) and 1.8 in (the Hismith Pro Traveler 2.0 and Table Top 2.0). An adjustable stroke lets you start shallow and go deeper only when you're ready.

What kind of lube should I use with an anal machine?

Use plenty of it, and reapply often, because the anus doesn't make its own lubrication. Water-based lube is safe with every dildo material. Silicone lube lasts longer but can damage silicone dildos, so check what the maker says first.

Do I need a special dildo for anal?

You want one that's slim, smooth or tapered, and made of body-safe silicone, with a flared or locked base so it can't slip off the machine. Only one machine here, the Hismith Anal Play Kit, comes with silicone anal dildos in the box. For the others, plan to buy a slim dildo that fits the machine's connector.

Before you start

Go to the bathroom first, trim your nails if you'll be using your hands, and wash the dildo before and after every use. Use more lube than you think you need, start at the slowest speed with the shortest stroke, and stay in control of the remote. Anal should never hurt, so if it does, stop, and if pain or bleeding doesn't go away, see a doctor. Go slow, because nobody's timing you and the machine has all night.

Check that the dildo locks onto the machine properly, too, and never swap in a toy without a flared base. In federal ER data on sex toy injuries, 95% of the ER visits linked to butt plugs and anal beads were a toy that got stuck inside.

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Last checked: October 11, 2026. Specs and prices come from the makers and can change.