XtoysLoving Joy Silicone Anal Plug Small Review: A Sensible Starter
Editor's opinion
This is a beginner-focused butt plug with genuinely approachable proportions and the flared base every anal toy should have. The silicone body is body-safe and easy to clean, though it does dictate which lubricant you can use. A solid, unfussy first plug rather than anything for experienced users chasing more.
The Loving Joy Silicone Anal Plug in small sets out to do one specific job: give someone new to anal play a manageable, reassuring way to start. Everything about the specification points that way, from the tapered tip to the modest circumference and the essential flared base.
What a buyer should be weighing here is whether the size is right for them, whether they are happy with the care a silicone toy asks for, and whether they understand what the numbers actually mean in practice. Those are the honest considerations, and they matter more than any marketing promise.
The good and the bad
What works
- Tapered tip and gradual widening suit genuine first-timers
- Flared base keeps it secure and easy to retrieve
- Body-safe silicone that is simple to clean thoroughly
- Compact 8.5cm circumference stays manageable throughout wear
- No batteries or charging to think about
What to be aware of
- Silicone body rules out silicone-based lubricant
- Requires water-based lube and can need reapplying as it dries
- Deliberately small, so not a step up for experienced users
- No vibration or extra features for those wanting more
Buy it if
Anyone approaching anal play for the first time who wants a body-safe, sensibly proportioned plug with a proper safety base and nothing complicated to manage.
Skip it if
Experienced users looking for greater fullness or a stepped set should look to larger plugs or a graduated kit. If you prefer silicone lubricant, this material means you will need to switch to water-based instead.
Design and materials
The plug is made from silicone, which is the sensible choice for a body-safe anal toy: it is non-porous, smooth and holds its shape while still having a little give. Loving Joy describe it as firm but forgiving, which is a fair way to characterise most silicone plugs of this kind.
The shape follows the classic plug profile, a narrow tapered tip widening to its fullest point of 8.5cm circumference before drawing back to a slim neck above the flared base. That neck is what lets the body settle and hold the plug comfortably, while the base is the non-negotiable safety feature that stops it travelling too far.
Size and who it suits
With a 7.5cm insertable length and an 8.5cm circumference at its widest, this is a deliberately small plug, and that is the point. For a first attempt, these are reassuring numbers rather than intimidating ones.
The flip side is honesty about progression: if you already have experience with plugs, this small size may feel like less than you are after. It is a starting point, not a destination, and anyone expecting a substantial sense of fullness should be looking at larger sizes or a graduated set instead.
Lubricant and care
Because the body is silicone, you should pair it with a water-based lubricant. Silicone-based lubricant can degrade silicone toys over time, so it is best avoided here. Water-based lube is the safe partner, and anal play in particular calls for a generous amount and, realistically, occasional reapplication as it dries.
Cleaning is straightforward: warm water and a suitable toy cleaner before and after each use, then dry it fully before storing it somewhere clean. Non-porous silicone makes this easy and hygienic, which is another reason it is a good material for a first purchase.
How it compares
Against other beginner plugs, the Loving Joy small competes on the fundamentals rather than gimmicks: body-safe material, a genuine flared base and dimensions that will not overwhelm. There is no vibration, no jewelled base, no set of graduating sizes, so it is a single, simple item.
That simplicity is a strength for someone who just wants a reliable first plug, but worth noting if you are comparing against kits that let you build up over time. If you suspect you will want to progress, a graduated set may offer better long-term value, whereas this is the right choice if you want to try one modest plug and see how you get on.
The bottom line
As a first butt plug, the Loving Joy Silicone Anal Plug in small ticks the boxes that actually matter: body-safe silicone, a tapered shape and a secure flared base, all in genuinely beginner-friendly proportions. Just go in knowing it needs water-based lubricant and that it is designed to be a gentle introduction rather than a plug you will grow into.
Frequently asked questions
Is this plug suitable for complete beginners?
Yes. The tapered tip, gradual widening and modest 8.5cm circumference are all chosen to make first-time use approachable, and the flared base provides the safety a beginner needs.
What lubricant should I use with it?
Use a water-based lubricant. The silicone body means silicone-based lube is best avoided, as it can damage the material over time. Apply generously and reapply if it begins to dry.
How do I clean and store it?
Wash it with warm water and a suitable toy cleaner before and after each use, then let it dry fully before storing it somewhere clean and dry. The non-porous silicone makes this simple and hygienic.
Is the flared base really necessary?
Yes, and this plug has one. A flared base is essential on any anal toy because it stops the plug travelling further than intended and makes retrieval straightforward. Never use anal toys without one.
Will this be enough if I already have some experience?
Possibly not. This is a small plug at 7.5cm insertable and 8.5cm around, designed as a starting point. Experienced users after more fullness should consider a larger plug or a graduated set.