XtoysToosh Metal Butt Plug Gold Set of 3 Review: A Graded Trio
Editor's opinion
This Toosh set gives you three graded metal plugs in one purchase, so you can start with the small and work upward as you gain confidence. The polished aluminium alloy suits temperature play and takes any lubricant, but metal is firm and unforgiving, and the largest at 4 cm wide is a serious step up rather than a beginner's size.
A graded set of butt plugs answers a genuine problem: anal play rewards patience, and buying one size at a time is both fiddly and expensive. Here you get small, medium and large in a single box, each sharing the same tapered shape but adding a little more width and weight as you progress.
The key thing to weigh is the material. Aluminium alloy is rigid, smooth and non-porous, which brings real advantages for hygiene and temperature play, but it has no give at all. That makes technique, lubrication and honest self-assessment about which size to reach for more important than with a squishier silicone plug.
The good and the bad
What works
- Three graded sizes let you progress at your own pace from one purchase
- Non-porous metal body is hygienic and simple to clean
- Works with water-, silicone- and oil-based lubricants, so no compatibility worries
- Holds temperature well for warming or cooling before use
- Flared jewelled base on each plug keeps things safe and adds a decorative finish
What to be aware of
- Rigid metal has no give, so it feels firmer and less forgiving than silicone
- The large at 4 cm wide is a considerable jump, not a casual step up
- Metal conducts cold quickly, so it can feel sharp straight from a drawer
- Jewelled bases are glued components that need careful drying and handling
Buy it if
Anyone who wants to build up gradually and likes the firm, weighty sensation and temperature versatility that metal provides. The small is a sensible starting point for a careful beginner, while the medium and large give room to progress.
Skip it if
Those who prefer a soft, flexible plug or who are entirely new and nervous about firmness would be better served by a tapered silicone plug. Anyone drawn only to the largest size should note that 4 cm is not a first-timer's width.
Design and materials
Each plug is cast in aluminium alloy with a polished, smooth surface, a pointed tip to ease insertion and a wide flared base to keep everything safe. The base carries a clear jewel for a discreet decorative touch.
Metal is worth understanding before you buy. It is completely rigid, so unlike silicone it will not flex to your body. That firmness is exactly what some people want, and the smooth non-porous surface is easy to keep clean, but it also means the shape and width you feel are precisely what you get, with no cushioning. The jewelled base is a glued element, so it is the part most worth treating gently over time.
The three sizes and how to use them
The small measures 7.2 cm total with 6.2 cm insertable and 2.8 cm wide at 49 g; the medium is 8.2 cm total, 7 cm insertable and 3.4 cm wide; the large is 9.5 cm total, 8.2 cm insertable and 4 cm wide at 148 g. Each step adds noticeable width and heft.
The sensible approach is to treat these as a genuine progression rather than swapping between them at will. The jump from 3.4 cm to 4 cm is significant, and the large's 148 g adds real fullness. Generous lubrication matters more with metal than with softer materials, and the good news is that the surface takes water-, silicone- or oil-based lube, so you are free to use whatever you prefer.
Temperature play and cleaning
Metal's stand-out trick is that it holds temperature. Warm a plug in warm water or cool it beforehand for an added sensation you simply cannot get from a plastic toy. Do this deliberately, though: metal conducts quickly, so a plug left in a cold drawer can feel unpleasantly sharp until it warms to body temperature, and anything warmed should be checked against your wrist first.
Cleaning is straightforward thanks to the non-porous surface. Warm water and a suitable toy cleaner wipe each plug down easily. Dry thoroughly, paying attention to the jewelled base, to keep it looking its best and to avoid any water sitting around the setting.
How it compares
Against a single silicone plug, this set trades softness and flex for firmness, weight and hygiene, plus the flexibility of a full lube compatibility that silicone does not offer. Against buying metal plugs individually, the graded set is the more practical route for anyone who genuinely wants to progress.
If your priority is a gentle, yielding feel, silicone remains the friendlier choice. If you are drawn to the firm sensation and temperature options of metal, a graded set like this covers the whole journey in one go.
The bottom line
As a way to explore anal play at your own pace with a firm, hygienic and temperature-friendly material, this Toosh trio is a sensible, well-thought-out purchase. Just go in clear-eyed about metal's rigidity and treat the sizes as a real progression, especially the substantial large.
Frequently asked questions
Is this set suitable for a complete beginner?
The small plug, at 2.8 cm wide and 49 g, is a reasonable starting point for a careful beginner who takes their time with plenty of lubricant. That said, metal is rigid and unforgiving, so anyone especially nervous may find a soft tapered silicone plug gentler for a first attempt.
What lubricant can I use with these plugs?
Because the body is aluminium alloy rather than silicone, you can use water-, silicone- or oil-based lubricant freely. Generous lubrication is particularly important with firm metal, so do not be shy with it.
How does temperature play work with a metal plug?
Metal holds temperature, so you can warm a plug in warm water or cool it before use for an extra sensation. Always test the temperature against your wrist first, and be aware that a plug straight from a cold drawer can feel sharply cold until it warms up.
How do I clean and store them?
The non-porous surface wipes clean with warm water and a suitable toy cleaner. Dry each plug thoroughly, taking care around the jewelled base, before storing them somewhere they will not knock against harder objects.
Is the large plug much bigger than the medium?
Yes. The large is 4 cm wide and 148 g against the medium's 3.4 cm and lighter weight, which is a meaningful jump in both width and heft. Treat it as a genuine step up to progress toward rather than a size to reach for straight away.