Sexual pleasure is a human right – it shouldn’t be a privilege reserved for able-bodied folk only. Yet, for far too long, the world of adult toys has often overlooked those with different bodies and abilities. The good news is that it’s rapidly changing.
More and more companies are recognizing the importance of inclusive and accessible design and are tailoring their products to fit more bodies. LELO is one of those brands aiming to design toys that are tailored for accessibility, comfort, and versatility.
Whether you’re looking for disability-friendly sex toys, support for limited mobility, or toys that are hands-free and easy to control, you’ve come to the right place. In today’s guide, you’ll find empowering options that meet your unique needs.
Why Accessibility in Sex Toys Matters
Just because someone is living with disability, it doesn’t mean they’re not able to enjoy sexual pleasure. Yet, often, the sex lives of these folks are overlooked and forgotten. For many people living with disability, physical intimacy and sexual expression can be complicated by tangible barriers: dexterity limitations, reduced mobility, chronic pain, fatigue, or sensitivity concerns.
Sex toys designed with these folks and accessibility in mind allow people with disabilities to enjoy sexual pleasure and feel empowered in their sexuality. These toys offer autonomy, opportunity for easy self-discovery, a way to connect with partners, and the ability to explore pleasure in a way that feels liberating, safe, manageable, and joyful.
What To Look for in Disability-Friendly Sex Toys
As we know, not all sex toys are created equally. When shopping for disability-inclusive sex toys, what feels good is not the only thing that matters. It’s all about what feels comfortable, adaptable, and easy to use, no matter what. Here are the key features you want to consider when shopping:
Ergonomic Designs
The first thing to look at is the design. Toys with contoured shapes and large, easy-to-grip handles are ideal for those with limited dexterity or grip strength. Ergonomic pleasure devices are designed to feel natural in your hand or against your body and don’t require excessive pressure to offer pleasurable stimulation or awkward positioning that may be challenging to sustain.
Hands-Free Sex Toys
Hands-free adult toys like suction-based dildos or wearable vibes with remote controls reduce the need for grip or constant hand movement. You can place these toys in a position that’s comfortable and use them passively, which makes them excellent for individuals with fatigue or mobility limitations.
Remote Controlled Sex Toys
Remove controlled sex toys (including app-controlled and Bluetooth-enabled options) and offer accessible use with just a tap on a smartphone or a button. These types of toys are perfect whether you want to control the toy yourself or invite a partner to take charge of your pleasure, which makes them super versatile.
Lightweight and Long-Handled Toys
Best sex toys for limited mobility are often lightweight or offer extended reach through long handles that are designed to be held with ease. This type of design reduces the need to twist, bend, or hold toys in hard-to-reach areas in hard-to-access positions.
Customizable Settings
Sex toys that give the option to adjust speeds, intensities, and vibration patterns can help users tailor stimulation based on what feels good for them and what’s physically manageable to handle. Sensory sensitivity varies widely, and having a wide range of options is key.
Best Adaptive and Accessible Sex Toys
Let’s break down disability-friendly sex toys that are accessible and functional across a range of abilities to help you find something that meets your preferences:
Hands-Free Vibrators
Hands-free vibrators are a game-changer for folks with limited grip, tremors, or arm fatigue. These types of sex toys include things like suction-cup dildos that you can attach to a wall, chair, or any other surface, and they stay in place, vibrating panties, or wearable vibes that hug the body in all the right places.
There is no need to hold or adjust it constantly – just set it up and let the toy do the work for you. It’s perfect because you can use it solo or with a partner. For those who are concerned about privacy, these toys are often discreet, especially the wearable vibes that are designed to be worn outside the house.
Tor 2 is a great wearable C-ring that has a vibrating head that adds extra sensations to the wearer during self-pleasure or partnered sex.
Voice-Controlled Toys
One of the best smart tech innovations in the sex toy industry is voice-activated sex toys. These types of toys respond to commands like “on,” “off,” or “increase” and allow the users to control the type of stimulation without having to lift a finger. You can find ones that are paired with voice assistant tech or smartphone integration.
Voice-controlled toys are perfect for users with limited mobility or motor impairments and allow you to have complete independence in how you explore pleasure. Also, it’s fun and very futuristic!
While not exactly the same technology, Siri 3 is a sound-activated clitoral vibrator you can use in a similar way, using your favorite playlist. SoundSense™ technology turns beats from music into vibrations that pulse in the rhythm of the music, so all you have to do is hold the vibe in place.
Long-Handle and Lightweight Toys
Long-handle toys like wands with extended handles or toys that weigh less than half a pound are ideal for reaching areas that are hard to access and keeping the toy in place for a prolonged time. The wand massagers have larger buttons and switches, and they’re also easy to use with one hand all over the body.
Smart Wand 2 Medium is a great option for a long-handle wand massager that’s not too heavy to handle and very easy to hold in hand and against the body. The round vibrating head is smooth and can be held anywhere you desire for pleasurable stimulation.
Remote Controlled Devices
Remote-controlled toys range from small vibrators with wireless remotes to app-controlled devices for long-distance play. Whether you’re handing control over your pleasure to your partner or using the controls yourself to enjoy hands-free pleasure in any position, remove-controlled vibrators make for excellent, accessible toys.
They allow you to focus on the sensations and pleasure in your body rather than positioning and keeping the toy in place, which makes it perfect for people who tire easily or have limited dexterity.
LELO has a wide range of remote-controlled devices from which to choose. Tiani Duo is a great option for those who want a great toy to explore clitoral pleasure with a partner or solo, and Hugo 2 is a wonderful remote-controlled vibe for anal and prostate play.
How To Choose the Right Toy for Your Needs
No one knows your body better than you do. So, here are a few things to consider based on your comfort and ability level when you’re selecting a sex toy:
- Assess your mobility and dexterity levels: Think about what movements are most comfortable for you. Is gripping small objects easy or challenging? How about holding a heavy item for prolonged periods of time? If these things are challenging, you may want to consider hands-free sex toys that don’t require you to hold them in your hand.
- Prioritize material safety: Always choose sex toys made from body-safe, non-porous materials like medical-grade silicone, stainless steel, or borosilicate glass. These toys are easy to clean, don’t harbor harmful bacteria, and reduce the risk of irritation. That’s important for all users, but is key for users with compromised immune systems or sensitive skin.
- Cleaning and maintenance ease is key: To make the cleaning and maintenance as easy as possible, opt for waterproof toys that don’t require assembly and involve too many little parts. Some sex toys, like silicone, stainless steel, and borosilicate glass dildos, are dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup.
- Adjustable settings: For users with sensory sensitivities or chronic pain, toys with a range of speed and intensity options are key. Having the option to start soft and slow and build, or simply skip to the good part, gives you more control over your pleasure and experience.
Brands That Prioritize Accessibility
Many high-tech luxury sex toy brands are leading the charge when it comes to making pleasure more inclusive and accessible for all, LELO included. Our company goes beyond basic functions to create tools that support autonomy and joy for all bodies.
LELO uses body-safe materials like the highest quality silicone and ABS plastic to make toys that are easy to clean and maintain and don’t pose health threats to users. Also, the range of vibrations and patterns is wide and starts from soft, barely-there vibes and goes all the way to strong, powerful vibrations.
Lastly, ergonomic design is the key to accessibility, and we pride ourselves on designing sex toys that fit a wide range of bodies and are comfortable and easy to use for all.
SexTech Innovation to Watch
Despite all the modern smart tech we have currently, the SexTech world is fast-changing, with many new innovative features coming in the near future that will make SexTech even more accessible:
- App-controlled vibrators with voice commands, programmable patterns, and visual feedback – ideal for visually impaired users or those who have a hard time with touch controls.
- Flexible mounts and positioning aids are designed to hold toys in place, which makes solo use possible even with limited movement.
- Magnetic charging ports are replacing tiny chargers, which makes it easier for users with hand tremors or low vision to keep their toys powered.
The Bottom Line
Pleasure is not a privilege reserved for the few lucky ones – it’s a huge part of everyone’s lives. Finding the right sex toy that allows you to enjoy pleasure and that fits your body’s needs should be an empowering, exciting process and not a frustrating one.
When you’re seeking ergonomic pleasure devices such as hands-free adult toys or remote-controlled sex toys, the most important thing is choosing a tool that honors your body and supports your desires.
Everyone deserves intimacy. Everyone deserves toe-curling pleasure, whether they explore solo or with a partner. Everyone deserves toys that meet them where they are.
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