Top 10 Best Cock Rings, According to a Sex Coach

Whether you know them as cock rings, penis rings, stamina rings, tension rings or love rings, they’re all designed to do exactly the same thing - pump up your peen for an even sweeter release. Cock rings come in a range of different styles, shapes and materials to suit everyone. From vibrating cock rings to double cock rings and cock ring sets, there is a cock ring out there for every penis owner.

To help give you the best advice possible, we’ve called on our good friend and sex coach Cam Fraser to share his wisdom and top picks when it comes to cock rings. Cam has a whole stack of impressive qualifications under his belt, but his passion lies with sex coaching and encouraging people to cultivate a loving relationship with themselves, their spirituality and others. You can bet he knows a thing or two about cock rings and how to use them!

According to Cam, cock rings can enhance the sex life of a person with a penis in a number of different ways. “The first is that it temporarily makes the penis more engorged. The penis may look and feel ‘fuller’ and even bigger because of the blood that is being trapped. This can be visually arousing and possibly even more stimulating for you and or your partner. Cock rings also make orgasms more intense. You can still cum while using a cock ring and the added pressure can make the orgasms more intense. Lastly, cock rings can help a person with a penis last longer. The cock ring applies pressure to the base of the penis - or when used around the base of the testicles, it can prevent them from rising up towards the body when ejaculation is nearing - and this can help delay ejaculation.”

You heard it here first, folks. Cock rings may be able to help you achieve longer-lasting erections and more intense orgasms. So if this sounds like your speed, Cam is here to lend his expert advice to the topic of cock and ball rings and to share his top 10 cock ring picks.

Cam’s advice on using a Cock Ring

Do you have a few quandaries about cock rings? Cam’s here to answer all of your burning questions so you can feel totally at ease the next time you go to slip a ring on it.

How can I use a Cock Ring safely?

Cock rings are completely safe to use, so long as you take care to follow the instructions.

Make sure you fit your penis ring correctly and don’t leave it on your donger for longer than recommended.

When using a cock ring, you want to make sure you find a penis ring that’s the right size for you, or you could risk penile strangulation - yep, it’s a real thing. According to Cam, “Cock rings are supposed to be snug in order to trap the blood in the penis, but they aren’t supposed to be so tight that they cause discomfort or pain_.”_ If you notice your willy turning red or blue, it's a good indicator that the ring is too small and should be removed immediately.

Cam also mentioned that it’s also important to be mindful of how long you wear a cock ring. “Using a cock ring continuously for more than 30min should be cautioned against. Again, the cock ring is designed to limit the outflow of blood from the penis, but this outflow is necessary. Keeping the blood stagnant in the penis for too long can cause damage to the capillaries in the penis.”

Lastly, it’s a good idea to attend to your wedding tackle with a bit of pre-coital manscaping if you’re planning on introducing a cock and ball ring to your nightly routine. Trim your pubic hair so it doesn’t get caught in the ring and cause discomfort.

What are some common myths about Cock Rings?

When it comes to cock rings, there’s a whole bunch of cautionary tales doing the rounds and putting penis owners off from using them. Luckily, Cam’s here to bust these myths so you can take your next romp to a whole new level with the help of a trusty cock ring. You can bet that Cam’s heard it all, but here are three of the common cock ring myths he's come across…

Myth #1: I can’t use a cock ring because I don’t have a penis.

Just because you’re not rocking a rod doesn’t mean that you can enjoy a cock ring. As Cam says, “You can easily slip a vibrating cock ring over your fingers and use it to stimulate your or your partner’s clitoris.”

Myth #2: I don’t want to use a cock ring because it means I’m “broken”.

Not at all, says Cam. “This is a myth because you can use a cock ring regardless of whether or not you have erection issues. You and your partner may want to play around with what it is like to have a temporarily more engorged penis or a more intense orgasm.”

You heard the man. Penis rings can help to beef up your boner and achieve more explosive results. In saying that, if you do have trouble getting it up, peer reviewed studies have found that cock rings paired with penis pumps can help you to get hard and stay harder for longer.

Myth #3: You can’t wear a condom with a cock ring.

Also untrue. According to Cam, “You can absolutely wear a condom with a cock ring.” Simply slide the cock ring around the penis before popping on a condom.

Penis ring care and cleaning

With a little bit of TLC you can prolong the life of your cock ring. To begin with, you’ll want to make sure you’re using a lubricant that’s compatible with your cock ring’s material. From water-based lubes to oil or silicone lubes, check out our handy lube guide to figure out which one is best for you and your cock ring.

Once you’re finished with your cock ring, it’s important to give it a good clean or you could risk a nasty infection or even STI transmission. Warm water and a mild soap will do the trick, but if you’re after added peace of mind you can pick up a dedicated sex toy cleaner. If your toy isn’t completely waterproof, make sure you don’t submerge it while giving it a wash - just use your cleaner of choice and a damp cloth instead.

Once your toy is freshly washed and dry, you can store it safely for the next naughty sesh. Most toys come with a storage bag or case. Otherwise, Lovehoney has some great storage options to keep your toys clean in between uses.

Now that Cam’s addressed all your cock ring questions and you know how to keep it clean, it’s time to find the best cock ring for you. Here’s the top 10 penis rings according to Cam Fraser.