The most popular of all sex toys, vibrators come in a tremendous variety of styles, shapes, sizes, colors and prices. No matter what your intended use, you can probably find a vibrator that's perfect for the occasion.

Slimline Vibrators
When most people think of a vibrator, the slimline style is the one that comes to mind. The slimline is between 6 and 8 inches long, smooth from tip to base in the shape of a penis with a multi-speed controller at the base. Though it has the shape of a penis, the slimline does not have the definition of a dildo. In fact, it has no definition at all - the surface is completely smooth. The batteries are inserted into the hollow shaft and the controller screws on at the base.

Jack Rabbit Vibrators
Jack Rabbit style vibrators are desiged for simultaneous vaginal and clitoral stimulation. The shaft is typically jelly or cyberskin material in the shape of a penis - most models add as much detail as a dildo. Attached on the top of the shaft is a small rabbit (or beaver, pachyderm, panther, alligator, turtle or some other animal) that is made of softer jelly than the shaft. The rabbit is only about 1/4 the length of the shaft. It's ears are designed to gently stimulate the clitoris while the shaft is inserted into the vagina. You may have seen/heard about the jack rabbit on the HBO series Sex and the City and has long been popular in Japan.

Venus Vibrators
Venus vibrators are designed exclisively for clitoral stimulation and have been recommended by many sex therapists for women who have never achieved orgasm. The vibrator itself is a small jelly unit about the size of your palm that fits directly over the pubic mound (directly on top of the clitoris). Adjustable straps similar to a g-string hold the vibrator in place, while a multi-speed controller allows the user to vary the vibrations to suit her taste. The venus vibrator can also be worn under a pair of panties or can be worn during intercourse to provide intense clitoral and penile stimulation.

Clitoral Vibrators
Clitoral vibrators use several different designs to achieve the goal of stimulating the clitoris. Some feature a large, round bulge at the base of a slimline styled vibrator so that the bulge comes into contact with the clitoris when the shaft is fully inserted into the vagina. Some clitoral vibrators are shaped like a tongue or a finger to allow for precise stimulation of the clitoral area.

G-Spot Vibrators
G-spot vibrators feature a normal length shaft that is curved between 45 and 90 degrees just before the tip to allow for acute stimulation of the female g-spot. The vibrators are also popular with gay men for prostate stimulation.

The Magic Wand
Hitachi Magic Wand is a unique vibrator in a class by itself. It features a large, circular head that is a litte smaller than a baseball attached to a stable shaft that is 7 or 8 inches long. The head can be used to massage any area of the body, but has been found to be particular effective in stimulating the clitoris. The shaft itself is never inserted or used for stimulation.