If you’re new to the idea of cock rings and penis accessories, the variety of options, materials, and sizes might leave you feeling like the lone bottle in a 100-person ring toss game. Hopefully we can help you narrow down your choices to plump up your penis.

How do penis rings work?

Penis rings, or cock rings, or C-rings, or love rings, etc, were initially paired with penis pumps as a deterrent to erectile dysfunction. Pumps apply suction to bring blood flow to the penis, and once the penis was erect, stretching a ring over the base of the penis would restrict blood flow from escaping.

This is still a widely used and effective method to treat ED, but rings have additional benefits for sensation and extended performance. Without the use of a pump, rings are applied just before a full erection to restrict blood flow, leaving the penis plump and swollen for extra sensitivity, along with slight pressure on the urethra for delayed orgasms and longer sexual escapades.

What is a good penis ring for a beginner?

Since penis rings are simple devices, you won’t need to break the bank to try one, which you can find from nearly every company. The ENDURO+ Silicone Cock Ring from Nexus is as simple as it gets—just a smooth, round ring.

For a ring with tighter constriction, lube up a Ringo Ritz before applying.

For aesthetic features, try the Pipe Clamp from CONTROL by Sir Richard’s. This ring is stretchy, smooth, and straightforward.

If you want to crank up the sensations, particularly with a partner, you might want to try a vibrating cock ring. These penis rings come with vibrating motors to better please you and your partner at once! The Thunder Bunny by VeDO turns your cock into a rabbit vibrator with vibrating bunny ears that provide powerful clit stimulation with every thrust. Or, when worn with the ears under the shaft and facing your own body, transmit powerful rumbling vibration to your balls. Also featuring an extra loop to turn this cock ring into ballsling as well!

How do ball rings or ballstretchers work?

Just like a cock ring constricts the urethra to extend an orgasm, you can stretch a ring over your balls to do the same! The constriction adds extra distance for semen to travel from the balls to the urethra while adding a pleasurable tug with every thrust. Additionally, many people like the look of low-hanging balls. You can accomplish this by purchasing multiple rings and stacking them one at a time, or a thicker ring fitted for the balls like the Squeeze Soft-Grip Ballstretcher from Oxballs. This sleeve is soft and blubbery to ensure safe stretching, and has an hourglass shape for more comfortable wear. Note only to engage in ball stretching gradually and for short periods of time to avoid injury!

What is the function of cock slings?

Cock slings combine the constriction of a cock ring and the stretch of a ball ring in one device. Suit up with a sling like the Cocksling 2 from Oxballs for comfortable and cool accessorizing. In addition to combining multiple constrictive sensations into one device, the sling doubles as a bulge enhancer when you’re flaccid. Think of it like a pushup bra for your nards. It pushes everything up and out for that wow factor that’s noticeable even under clothes without looking like you’re pitching a full tent.