Strokers are designed to amp up pleasure during masturbation using grip, friction, and textured or smooth material. 

Strokers are toys which users can penetrate during masturbation and which can simulate the feeling of getting a blow job, or for FTM people to help accommodate genital pleasure in various stages of medical gender transition. In the beggining,  strokers were created to aid cisgender men in jerking off but there are also strokers for folks who have or haven’t taken hormones. For this reason, the exact fit of a stroker is crucial. So if you’re curious but not sure where to begin, here are a few tip you might want to consider.

Other common names for strokers include:

• Sleeves
• Pocket pussies
• Fleshlights 
• Onaholes
• Masturbators
• Blowjob machines

Sleeves

Sleeves have come to mean anything soft and squishy that wraps around the penis and is intended for a little private self-care. Sleeves feel soft and pliable to the touch. Think stress ball-type squeezability. Some feel softer, some feel firmer, but all are designed to feel good when stroked against the genitals.

Pocket Pussy but make it kink:

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Masturbators

Masturbators have a bit more substance and weight than a sleeve. These toys are often bigger, heavier, and more expensive and come with some very pleasurable bells and whistles. Some feature vibrations and heating functions for a more intense experience  

Blowjob machines

Blowjob machines are designed to replicate one of the most coveted acts on the planet — fellatio, otherwise known as a blowjob. These motorized "pleasure consoles" do their level best to deliver the sucking, licking, and stroking of a human mouth, and the pleasure that results. Blowjob machines involve some serious engineering and design, and are several steps up from sleeves and pocket pussies in terms of complexity.

Most strokers are made of silicone because of this advantages:

• Non-porous. It doesn't contain microscopic holes, and therefore doesn't absorb bacteria, viruses, or particles of lube and bodily fluids
• Non-toxic. Silicone doesn't contain potentially toxic chemicals such as phthalates or other plasticizers. 
• More durable. Because silicone is non-porous and doesn't contain softeners like mineral oil you can expect it to hold up longer.
• Easier to care for. Strokers made from silicone are less likely to develop a smell or harbor mildew. They can be cleaned with any mild soap or toy cleaner.

 

How To Choose A Stroker

As we've seen, strokers come in many styles and materials, and each has its own unique features.

Here are several factors to keep in mind as you hunt for the right stroker. 

Your budget 

One of the many great things about strokers is that you find one at almost any price point. A decent sleeve can cost less than $30 and last through several solo sessions. Sleeves in this price range won't typically include any extras such as complex texture or vibration, but they can deliver a pleasurable experience nonetheless. 

With a moderate budget of $50 to $100, you can start branching out into strokers with ultra-stimulating textured sleeves. You'll also find vibrating strokers and masturbators with additional features, such as pulsing stimulation and warming elements.  

Above $100 and the sky's the limit. This is the price range where blowjob machines rule, air pressure strokers aren't just a fantasy, and phone apps let a partner take control of your stroker from anywhere in the world. 

Your anatomy

Strokers may appear to be one-size-fits-all-devices, but some work better with penises of a certain size, and there are also others that are designed for folks in different stages of bottom growths. When shopping for a stroker, be sure to check out the interior dimensions to ensure a comfortable and stimulating fit.     

How you plan to use your stroker can help you choose the ideal size, noise level, and material. 

A travel toy or discreet option will need to be smaller, lighter, and typically quieter than one you can use at home alone. If you have space and privacy, any stroker is an option, but if you'll be packing your stroker in a carry-on or tucking it away after use, check out a smaller sleeve or compact masturbator.

If you're going to use your stroker regularly, consider one that's easier to clean, such as a stroker that flips open or contains a removable sleeve that can be flipped inside out, washed, and dried.   

Perhaps the most important factor in your search is the kind of stimulation you enjoy. Look for a stroker designed to deliver the sensations you find most pleasurable. 

These sensations might include: 

• Suction. If suction is top of your list, take a look at better-quality masturbators and blowjob machines, both of which can create the suction type of stimulation you enjoy
• Warmth. If chilly strokers leave you cold, check out masturbators with warming features
• Friction. Firmer sleeves and masturbators, along with silicone strokers, are all good choices if you enjoy the sensation of friction 
• Vibration. If vibration is your thing, vibrating strokers, masturbators, blowjob machines, and power wands with stroker attachments were created with you in mind
• Stimulation of the frenulum. Air pressure strokers can deliver focused and intense stimulation of the frenulum and the head of the penis 
• Grip. For a firm grip, consider a sleeve or masturbator you can squeeze with your hand, or an adjustable stroker that can be tightened for a custom fit

Use lube

Lubricant can make the difference between a good experience and a mind blowing one. Lube minimizes friction that feels excessive, irritating, and chafing, and maximizes friction that feels smooth, grippy, and arousing. 

Avoid lubes made purely from silicone, which can damage TPE and silicone strokers. Instead, choose a water-based or hybrid lube and use plenty of it. These types of lubes may not last quite as long as silicone, but they're safe for all stroker materials.