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They go by many names — cock sleeves, penis sleeves, extenders, enhancers, prosthetic penis attachments — and there are nearly as many uses for them. For some men, they add length or girth to a penis they feel is undersized. For others, they serve as functional erotic stand-ins when ED gets in the way. 1
Given the breadth of potential needs and available styles of penis sleeve, the perfect fit for you will depend on your situation and desires. But there are still important considerations when choosing, so our team set out to discover which companies offered the best penis sleeves on the market.
If you’re in a hurry, take a quick look at our summary of recommendations below:
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In setting out to evaluate penis sleeves, one of our main goals was to ascertain the reasons that most men buy them. And while enhancing length of girth seems to be the dominant selling point for many of these products, the vast majority of men surveyed reveal their use of penile prosthetic apparatuses (PPAs) as a way to treat ED. 2
We’ll get into the science behind this in a later section, but this understanding of the fundamental purposes these products perform led us to use four specific criteria for their evaluation, namely build quality, cost, comfort, and realism.
Build quality comprises several factors, inducing the feel of the material, its flexibility, and the size of both the hollow channel in which your penis sits and a hole through which you may need to thread your scrotum. Finding the right balance among these parameters was harder than we thought it’d be, but Vixen Creations managed to win the category not with one model but with two.
Vixen’s Ride On is designed for men with ED, whereas its Holster and Colossus models are intended for men without ED who want to increase size and girth. The biggest complaint we encountered from customers was that the hollow channel in the Ride On wasn’t big enough to accommodate them, but the vast majority of these reviews contained disclaimers that the men didn’t have ED. Now, the Ride On is Vixen’s least expensive sleeve, which may lead some men without ED to purchase it and then be disappointed. But for men with ED and a penis size around the average or below, it’s sized just right.
For men without ED, either of the company’s other two models provides that last piece of the puzzle.
Vixen’s sleeves also have an outstanding balance of flexibility and rigidity. They’re hard enough to achieve penetration without much fuss (especially the Ride On) but flexible enough so that movements between you and your partner translate pleasurably and not harshly, as they would with some hollow dildo models.
Cock sleeves have a wide range of prices, running from around $20 all the way up to $600. At the low end of that spectrum, you’ll often see hard plastics in use, creating sleeves that are distinctly uncomfortable. Lovehoney’s Mega Mighty series allows you to add one, two, or three extra inches, depending on the model you choose, for a reasonable cost. The series represents a high bar in quality for its price point.
Here’s a quick look at the costs of the models in our guide, with the RX Sleeve price representing a base model with both of the company’s insert packages, which we feel are important for most men:
| Cost | Insertable length | Total girth | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lovehoney Mega Mighty 3-inch | $35 | 8.5in | 5.17in |
| Vixen Creations Ride On | $148 | 6.24in | 5.5in |
| Calexotics Performance Maxx | $48 | 7in | 3in |
| Happy Wife Pleasure Sleeve | $51 | N/A | 6.25in |
| RX Sleeve Hermosa | $505 | 6.5in | 5in |
As you can see, Lovehoney offers considerable length for a moderate piece. The other two increments are even less expensive, but one thing Lovehoney does well is adding a generous length of stiffer material in the head and first portion of the shaft, allowing its longer models to still feel wieldy.
Our testers generally agreed that all of these devices were at least a little uncomfortable at first. It’s an unfortunate aspect of the product category, but the models on our list represent the most comfortable you're likely to find among uncomfortable options. And of those, the Calexotics Performance Maxx proved to be the most comfortable.
This had less to do with the accommodation of the sleeve’s interior and more to do with the fact that it didn’t ask you to do what so many of these sleeves ask: that you squeeze your testicles through a hole at the base of the sleeve.
Placing your scrotum through this hole, even with the help of lubricant, is a tricky endeavor made all the more difficult in cold rooms that may render your testicles less accessible. If you can achieve it, having your scrotum in that position helps keep the device in place, especially if you’re using it for ED and can’t fill the interior enough for it to stay on from that contact alone.
But Calexotics doesn’t rely on such a ring with this model; instead, it chooses to combine a ringless sleeve with a harness. This configuration is common among hollow dildoes, sometimes used for similar purposes as extenders, but these are often much stiffer and less comfortable than the Calexotics.
Insider Tip: If you’re in a remotely cool environment, your testicles may not extend far enough to slip through the sleeve’s ring. You or your partner can gently massage them to warm them up, after which you should be able to get them through the ring.
Best for men with ED
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When it comes to selecting a penis sleeve for men with ED, critical factors include stiffness and realism. The Vixen Creations Ride On is the company’s dedicated ED model, and it offers a fair bit of realism and the best balance between stiffness and flexibility we could hope for in an ED model. For men without ED, this level of stiffness may prove uncomfortable, but it’s something you don’t find in many other models, especially things like the Calexotics and Lovehoney models in our guide, as they’re designed with enhancing length and girth before aiding in ED.
The key here is for the sleeve to offer you enough stiffness to achieve penetration, even if your actual penis is completely flaccid. From the head to about one inch into the shaft, the Ride On is harder and denser than the rest of the sleeve, providing you with a foothold into your partner. But the whole of the device is still flexible enough to be comfortable to wear and to feel realistic as an appendage.
The Ride On’s dimensions are as follows:
Vixen also offers two models that are for men with normal penis function who are interested in desensitizing themselves during sex, offering their partner more length and girth, or both. These are more flexible than the Ride On and offer larger internal chambers to accommodate erect penises.
The Holster is advertised as being neither too big nor too small, and at just under six inches long, that sounds about right. But the girth here might be too much for some partners, as it measures just over two inches in diameter. Vixen’s other sleeve — The Colossus — is even bigger, measuring nearly seven inches long and just over two inches in diameter.
All three models are available in Vanilla, Caramel, or Chocolate skin tones.
Vixen’s prices are a bit higher than the average. Other companies in this guide land in the $30-$60 range, except for the remarkably expensive RX Sleeves. Here’s a quick comparison of prices by model:
| Price | Ideal use | |
|---|---|---|
| Ride On | $148 | ED |
| Holster | $154 | PE, enhancement |
| Colossus | $156 | PE, enhancement |
Shipping from Vixen Creations costs the second most of the shipping costs we encountered when making this guide, and there appears to be no threshold at which free shipping might kick in. The company charges a flat rate of $15 for standard shipping.
On the bright side, Vixen covers its products with a free one-year warranty, which is only matched by Calexotics. However, all sales are final from Vixen, even on unopened goods. That pales in comparison to the guarantee from Lovehoney, which allows you to use a toy for up to 100 days and return it if you’re unsatisfied.
Factoring in shipping and return advantages, we’d recommend you get your Vixen sleeve at Lovehoney, which carries them for only $1 more. You save money and get better protection on your purchase.
Of the models that have rings for your testicles, our testers found that Vixen Creations offered one of the widest, most comfortable rings out there. It was easier to get both testicles through without accidentally causing any pain or discomfort, but the ring stretches enough to rebound and hold those testicles in place once they’re in.
Overall, we were very impressed by the feel of the materials here. They were soft and supple without giving too much to be useful for men with ED. The added material toward the tip, which helps with penetration, also makes the Ride On a little bit top-heavy, so you might want to support it with your hand when lining things up.
Best budget pick
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Lovehoney is both a manufacturer and distributor of a wide range of sex toys and other sexual products. The company’s lineup typically features well-made products available for a little bit less than competitors charge, and that is certainly the case with its Mega Mighty penis sleeves.
This sleeve lineup consists of three size extensions that have one, two, or three inches of length beyond the end of the internal chamber. Lovehoney classifies these models with the names “1 Extra Inch,” “2 Extra Inches,” and “3 Extra Inches,” but that only makes sense if your penis fills the internal chamber. If your penis is four inches when erect, then the “3 Extra Inches” model will actually give you 4.5 extra inches. So, for ease of understanding, we’ll refer to them as the small, medium, and large models.
The large model boasts a total insertable length of 8.5 inches, the medium 7.5 inches, and the small 5.5 inches. However, none of these models add a massive amount of girth, with the 8.5-inch model having a 5.75-inch circumference. That's less than either the Holster or Colossus models from Vixen Creations, each of which is more than six inches in circumference. That makes these Lovehoney models better for men looking to add length than those looking for extra girth, so talk to your partner about what they'd like best.
The 8.5-inch model is available in four skin tones and clear, but the two smaller models only offer clear or “flesh pink” at this time.
Lovehoney offers its products at very low prices, especially considering their quality and the satisfaction guarantee in place. Here’s how the three Mega Mighty models price out:
| Price | Color options | |
|---|---|---|
| Small | $24.99 | 1 |
| Medium | $32.99 | 1 |
| Large | $34.99 | 5 |
Lovehoney charges a flat rate of $6.99 on orders under $50, which applies to any of these sleeves if you don’t buy something alongside them. The company has some nice lubes to choose from if you need a fresh bottle to use with your new sleeve, and that might bring you over the threshold.
The best aspect of Lovehoney’s offering might be its satisfaction guarantee. Other companies either offer no returns whatsoever or hit you with restocking fees. Lovehoney lets you try its sex toys for up to 100 days and still get a full refund if you don’t want to keep it.
In testing, we found the device’s material to be nothing special. It doesn't feel as realistic or as durable as the materials from Vixen Creations or RX Sleeve, but it’s also considerably less expensive than those offerings. If you don’t have those other models to compare it to, you might not think any less of it.
The biggest drawback to these models is the size of the testicle ring, which is a little tight on the 8.5-inch model. On the other two models, it’s more for making the sleeve easier to hand-dry than anything else. Few men will be able to fit their testicles through the rings on those smaller models. Our testers could not.
With the larger model in place, you may find yourself a little clumsy. It’s like carrying a long 2x4; you might accidentally hit someone with it if you turn around too carelessly. That said, once you get used to it, the added length is somewhat empowering.
Best strap-on style
Given the effort it takes to get your testicles to fit through a given sleeve’s testicle ring, you might prefer to try a harness-based strap-on style sleeve instead. These offer the same functionality as other models, but they connect with a harness that holds it in place during intercourse. There’s nowhere you’re forced to put your scrotum.
There are a lot of strap-on dildos on the market, and many of them are hollow, but few of them are intended for use with a penis. Those hollow chambers save on material costs for manufacturers, but they’re typically too small for the average penis to fit, even when flaccid. That’s why we recommend looking for a dedicated sleeve that happens to work with a harness, and the Performance Maxx from Calexotics is the best we’ve found.
Calexotics is similar to Lovehoney in that it offers a massive catalog of sex products, a small corner of which includes sleeves. The company has sleeves that resemble those from Lovehoney, as well, but the placement of their testicle rings makes them less comfortable to use than Lovehoney’s.
Calexotic’s Performance Maxx sleeves come in two sizes: 7 inches and 6.25 inches. The 7-inch model offers an interior just under five inches with an internal diameter of a bit under two inches. Both are available in either Ivory or Brown colors.
Whether you choose the larger or smaller sleeve, the price stays the same. Each sleeve costs $47.99, landing squarely in the middle of our guide's range. There isn't a free shipping threshold on the Calexotics site; shipping is calculated by location and package weight. One order of a Performance Maxx Sleeve headed to the NY metro area cost $13.30 to ship. That's still less than the flat rate of $15 you get with Vixen or the $26 charge from RX Sleeve, but it's pricier than others.
Unlike Lovehoney, which has a 100-day satisfaction guarantee, Calexotics only offers returns for defective items, even if an item is still unopened. The company has a 1-year warranty on its goods, though, so you’re covered if something should go wrong in that first year. But we recommend you buy the CalExotics sleeve from SheVibe, which offers the same 1-year warranty for defective goods but sells this product at a much lower price ($24 instead of $48).
What intrigued us most about getting our hands on these sleeves was the harness itself. Without the ability to adjust the straps, the elastic had to be tight enough to stay put without being too tight for men over a certain size. We found the elastic to be generally comfortable for most body types, but men who typically have to shop big & tall might want to consider a model with a testicle ring instead.
These sleeves are made of what the company calls liquid silicone, which just felt like a nicely made silicone to us. The quality was definitely higher than the material in the Lovehoney models — and for only a modest uptick in price.
