Double Ended Dildos

A dildo with a head on both ends. Simple concept, surprisingly versatile in practice. Double-ended dildos are most associated with couples who want to share penetration at the same time, but they're also used solo for simultaneous vaginal and anal stimulation.

They range from short, stiff U-shaped designs to long, flexible shafts that can bend in any direction. The right choice depends on whether you're using it alone or with a partner, and what kind of stimulation you're after.

A double-ended dildo (or "double ender") has an insertable head on each end of a shared shaft. They're typically 12 to 18 inches long, though shorter and longer options exist.

Flexible long designs are the classic style. A long, flexible shaft that bends easily, allowing two people to face each other, lie side by side, or position themselves in various ways while each end is inserted. The flex in the shaft lets it adapt to different body positions.

U-shaped or strapless designs are shorter and stiffer, with a pronounced curve. One end is inserted by one partner and the curve holds it in place, while the other end protrudes like a strap-on for penetrating the second partner. These are essentially strapless strap-ons.

Different-sized ends are common. Many double enders have a thinner end and a thicker end, or one realistic end and one smooth end. This lets each partner (or each orifice, if using solo) have the size and style that suits them.

With a partner: each person takes one end. Apply lube to both heads. Start by each inserting your end slowly, then find a rhythm that works for both of you. Facing each other with legs interlocked (scissoring position) is the most common arrangement, but side-by-side and doggy-to-doggy both work too. Communication matters here. You need to coordinate your movements so the dildo doesn't pull out of one person when the other moves.

Solo double penetration: use one end vaginally and the other anally. This requires a flexible design that can bend into a U-shape. Apply plenty of lube to both ends. Insert the vaginal end first, then carefully guide the other end into the anus. Go slowly with the anal end. The combined fullness of double penetration is intense, and it takes a bit of positioning to get both ends comfortable.

Use lube on both ends. This goes without saying, but with a double ender you're preparing two insertion points. Don't skimp on either one.

Clean the entire length with warm water and soap after every use. Both ends need equal attention. If one end has been used anally, clean that end separately and thoroughly before the toy touches anything else. Silicone double enders can be boiled for full sterilisation. Dry the whole length before storing. These are long toys, so you might need to coil them for storage.

Shared penetration at the same time. Very few other toys offer this. Both partners experience penetration simultaneously, and the movements of one person are felt by the other through the shared shaft. It creates a physical connection that's unique to double-ended toys.

Solo double penetration without two separate toys. Trying to manage two separate dildos at once is awkward. A flexible double ender curves to reach both the vagina and anus, giving you simultaneous stimulation from a single toy.

No batteries, no charging, no motors to fail. Like any standard dildo, a double ender is simple and reliable. Nothing to break, nothing to charge, nothing to fiddle with.

Add a vibrator. Hold a bullet vibrator against the shaft and the vibrations will travel through the dildo to both ends. This adds stimulation without needing a vibrating double ender.

Try different positions with a partner. The flexibility of a long double ender means it works in more positions than you'd expect. Don't get stuck in one arrangement. Experiment with facing each other, lying side by side, and back to back.

Use the different ends for different things. If your double ender has two different sized heads, the thinner end is often better for anal use while the thicker end works well vaginally. Match each end to the orifice that suits it.

Under £15: basic jelly or PVC double enders. They work, but the material is porous and can't be fully sterilised. Consider using condoms on both ends for hygiene.

£15 to £35: body-safe silicone designs with better flexibility and nicer surface feel. This is where we'd recommend buying. The material is non-porous and the toy will last much longer.

Over £35: premium silicone, dual-density construction, and innovative designs like the strapless strap-on style. Worth it for couples who use double enders regularly.