Guide to Waterproof Sex Toys
Water goes on, clothes come off, and you're ready to indulge. But can your sex toy handle a steamy bath or shower session?
This guide covers everything you need to know about waterproof sex toys, including how to use them safely and which SVAKOM products make the best aquatic companions.
Why Use Waterproof Sex Toys?
Taking intimacy beyond the bedroom (whether into the shower, bath, or even a hot tub) can unlock exciting new sensations and experiences. Water play can enhance pleasure, heighten arousal, and introduce elements of temperature play.
Plus, the relaxing properties of warm water or the refreshing effects of cool water can contribute to a more immersive and satisfying experience.
The Benefits of Water Play
💦 Enhanced Sensitivity: Warm water boosts blood flow, heightening sexual sensitivity.
💦 Relaxation & Arousal: Immersion in water helps reduce stress while increasing pleasure.
💦 Temperature Play: Experimenting with warm or cool sensations can add a thrilling new element.
💦 Muscle Relief: A soak in warm water can ease sore muscles after an intense session.
💦 Exciting Variety: Bringing your toys into the water offers a fresh way to explore your pleasure.
While many pleasure products are designed for water play, not all toys are waterproof. Before diving in, it's crucial to understand water-resistance ratings and how to choose the right sex toy for aquatic adventures.
What are Water Resistance Ratings?
To explain what waterproof sex toys are, we need to cover the basics. Specifically, let’s take a look at the different water-resistance ratings and what they mean.
Put simply, the water resistance of a sex toy refers to how much protection there is from liquids getting to its electronic parts, such as batteries and motors.
Water resistance is expressed on a scale from 0 to 9, where 0 means no protection and 9 refers to maximum protection.
Without getting into the finer details, this rating (officially called the ingress protection or IP rating) comes from the International Electrochemical Commission.
| 🎉 Fun fact: This system also rates the level of protection against large solid objects, such as fingers, all the way down to fine dust. Keep that at the back of your mind for a moment. |
Water-resistance (IPX) Ratings for Sex Toys
The full IP rating of a sex toy (or other electronic device) is expressed as two numbers. The first digit refers to how much protection there is against liquids getting to its electronic components. The second digit refers to the solid objects and dust we mentioned earlier. If one of those digits is not provided, it’s simply replaced with an ‘X’.
The most important rating for sex toys is water-repellency. To save you from working through all the technical jargon, we’ve prepared this convenient summary.
Most SVAKOM sex toys are rated IPX4 splashproof, IPX6 water-resistant, or IPX7 waterproof and submersible. It’s important to note that some parts of SVAKOM toys are rated IPX0, such as masturbator cases and remote controls.
How to Use Splashproof, Water-resistant, and Waterproof Sex Toys
Step 1: Do a safety check
Not all sex toys are built to handle the same level of water exposure, so it’s essential to read the packaging or user manual before bringing yours into the bath, shower, or pool.
Here’s a quick breakdown of what the different ratings mean:
| IPX0 | No protection. Keep it dry! |
| Splashproof (IPX4) | Can handle a few splashes (like during cleaning) but isn’t designed for prolonged exposure to water. Best to keep these toys in dry settings only. |
| Water-Resistant (IPX6) | Can withstand strong jets of water (like a shower stream), but submerging it completely isn’t recommended. Accidents happen in the heat of the moment, so it's safest to use these toys outside of the water. |
| Waterproof (IPX7 and above) | Ready for full submersion! These toys can typically be immersed up to 1 meter deep for around 30 minutes, making them ideal for bathtub or pool play. However, some waterproof toys may have entry points (like charging ports) that need to be sealed before use—always check your manual. |
Step 2: Get lubricant
Water may reduce friction, but it doesn’t replace lube. In fact, it can wash away natural lubrication, making it even more important to use the right one.
💦 Stick to water-based lubricants: They’re safe for all sex toys and body types, but be aware that they’ll rinse off faster in water.
- If you’re using an insertable toy, apply the lube inside your vagina or anus instead of on the toy to help it last longer.
- If you're focusing on external stimulation, go for a thicker, long-lasting water-based lubricant to keep things slick.
- Never use silicone-based lubricants or other non-water-based substances, (including gels, lotions, and moisturizers) on silicone sex toys—it can degrade the material and shorten your toy’s lifespan.
- If you're playing in the shower, consider turning away from the water stream when inserting your toy to avoid washing away your lube too quickly.
Step 3: Pursue pleasure
Now that you’re prepped, it’s time to enjoy the fun! Water can enhance sensitivity and relaxation, making it an amazing setting for pleasure.
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Adjust your position: Water changes how your body moves, so take some time to get comfortable and find a position that works.
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Explore different settings: Many SVAKOM toys offer multiple vibration intensities—water may dull some sensations, so try stronger settings for an extra thrill.
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Keep remotes dry: If your sex toy comes with a remote control, store it somewhere completely dry to prevent damage.
- Try app-controlled fun: If your SVAKOM toy is compatible with the SVAKOM App, take your experience up a notch with customizable settings, Music Mode (where vibrations sync to your favorite songs), or long-distance partner control.
Water play can be sensual, playful, and even a little adventurous—so don’t be afraid to experiment!
Step 4: Clean and recharge
Just because your toy has been in water doesn’t mean it’s clean—proper hygiene is key to keeping it safe and in top condition.
Here’s how to clean your toy based on its water-resistance level:
| Splashproof (IPX4) |
Wipe down with a damp, lint-free cloth and a toy cleaner, avoiding any electronic components. |
| Water-Resistant (IPX6) |
Use a toy cleaner or mild soap with a soft cloth—be mindful of charging ports and seams where water could sneak in. |
| Waterproof (IPX7 and above) | Wash thoroughly with warm water and mild soap, ensuring no residue is left behind. Pat dry or let air-dry completely before storing. |
✨ Bonus tip: Make cleaning easier by sanitizing your toy before and after every use.
Once your toy is completely dry, recharge if necessary and store it in a cool, dry place—preferably in a storage pouch to keep it dust-free.
How to Clean Splashproof, Water-resistant, and Waterproof Sex Toys
Just because you’ve used your sex toy in water, doesn’t mean it’s clean!
At SVAKOM, we recommend sanitizing sex toys before and after each use. The best method depends on the water-resistance rating. The following instructions are general in nature, so always read the packaging and user manual for your particular sex toy.
Splashproof sex toys
Apply toy cleaner to the surface of your sex toy, avoiding the charging points and other electronic components. Leave for up to 60 seconds, or as recommended in the toy cleaner directions. Then, wipe off with a clean lint-free towel or soft cloth and allow your sex toy to air dry completely.
Water-resistant sex toys
Water-resistant sex toys do have more protection against liquids than splashproof ones, but you still need to take care. After, water-resistant is not the same as waterproof.
So, apply toy cleaner to the surface of your water-resistant sex toy, avoiding the charging points and other electronic components. Leave for up to 60 seconds, or as recommended in the toy cleaner directions. Then, wipe off any excess with a clean lint-free towel or soft cloth and let your sex toy air dry completely.
Water-resistant Pulse stimulators
The instructions for SVAKOM stimulators featuring our patented Pulse Technology are very similar to those for water-resistant toys in general. The difference is you'll need to take particular care with the sex toy nozzle.
Spray toy cleaner onto a cotton swab and wipe the Pulse stimulator inner nozzle, avoiding the drum. Spray toy cleaner onto a clean lint-free towel or soft cloth and wipe the exterior surfaces of the stimulator, avoiding the charging points. Remove any residue from the stimulator and allow it to air dry completely. Water-resistant sex toys
Waterproof sex toys
Wash your sex toy with toy cleaner or mild, unscented soap and fresh warm water less than 45°C/113°F. Then, rinse your sex toy with fresh warm water. Finally, pat your sex toy dry with a clean lint-free towel or soft cloth, or allow it to air dry.
Best Waterproof Sex Toys
Clitoral Vibrator
As soon as you hold this piece of perfection, you know you’re in for a good time. SVAKOM Tulip is a bullet vibrator designed to satisfy those who want powerful vibrating stimulation of external erogenous zones in a compact design.
Tulip has a slim shaft that is rigid so you can apply more pressure as the rounded head targets your clitoris or other external erogenous zones in or out of water. The shaft is ribbed to enhance the vibrations and feels incredible if you rotate it while shallowly inserting into the vagina. (Note that Tulip is not suitable for anal insertion.)
Simply navigate the variety of settings using a simple button at the base of this petite bullet vibrator, which is tapered so it is easy to hold.
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G-spot vibrator
Whether you’re new to sex toys or a seasoned pro, a solo player, or part of a couple, Cici 2 can deliver what you need in the bed, bath, and shower. This versatile vibrator is for those who want app-controlled vibrating and warming G-spot, clitoral, or other external stimulation in a rigid and ultra-slim design.
Cici 2 has a rigid shaft that guides the angled head towards the G-spot for maximum pleasure. The head is ribbed to enhance vibrations and can also be used on external erogenous zones, such as the nipples, clitoris, and perineum.
It’s no surprise that Cici 2 is a best-seller because of its very slim design – this makes it ideal for bodies with a vagina who: are new to vibrators; returning from sexual inactivity; or find penetration by a wider shaft uncomfortable.
This popular vibrator is packed with other sought-after features too. An optional heating function warms the shaft head to 38°C to boost arousal. It also comes with a clever memory function that resumes on the last setting used for internal and/or external vibration. There’s even a travel lock that stops accidental turn-ons.
Expand your options for Cici 2 even more by exploring customization, long-distance play or partner interaction with the SVAKOM App.
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Rabbit Vibrator
Chika is a powerful rabbit vibrator equally enjoyable in and out of water. It’s ideal for bodies who want app-controlled vibrating vaginal and clitoral stimulation, plus warming, in a flexible design.
Chika has a cushioned head shaped to press against your G-spot, a semi-rigid shaft, and a flexible clitoral stimulator. The shaft and clitoral stimulator can deliver rumbling vibrations separately or together for a blended orgasm.
Vibrations include Intelligent Mode, which mimics the rhythm of sex, and an optional heating function warms the shaft head to 38°C to boost arousal. Settings are a breeze to control via buttons on the toy.
Thoughtfully designed, it also comes with a memory function that resumes on the last setting used for internal and/or external vibration plus a travel lock that stops accidental turn-ons.
For customization, long-distance play, or partner interaction, have fun using Chika with the SVAKOM App.
Get a closer look at Chika.
Anal vibrator
If you’re into anal play, take a ride with Jordan. This beginner-friendly sex toy offers different intensities of thrusting, vibrating, and combined modes while lights on the base progress through a rainbow of colors. There’s also Intelligent Mode to mimic sex rhythms.
Jordan is suitable for all experience levels thanks to its slim, firm shaft with a comfortably cushioned head, narrow neck, and wide, safe base. It’s perfect for couples too. Use the remote control magnetically attached to the base or customize and play long-distance by pairing with the SVAKOM App. Just remember to keep the remote control in a dry place if using the vibrator in the bath or shower,
Extra features include USB recharging, battery lights, and a travel lock. Satisfy your curiosity about Jordan.
Stroker
Hedy X is a set of strokers perfect for bodies with a penis who want realistic suction sensations from different textures in a compact, lightweight design. It is also for adults who want to deliver various textured sensations using fingers, making it an effective sex toy for virtually any adult or couple.
This set of 5 egg-shaped sleeves is ultra-soft and super-stretchy to fit different body sizes. Use each sleeve as a stroker for the penis, or on fingers to massage your or a partner’s erogenous zones. (Remember to never insert Hedy X anally.)
Each sleeve is uniquely textured inside and out, waterproof, reusable up to 10 times, and comes with a storage case, drying stand, and water lubricant sachet.
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Get Wet and Wild with SVAKOM
No murky information here! Waterproof sex toys can add variety to your pursuit of sexual pleasure and wellness whether you’re alone or with a partner. Delve into sextech by choosing SVAKOM App-controlled waterproof sex toys and enjoy even more orgasmic opportunities.
