Love Eggs Explained: A UK Guide to Vibrating, Remote and Kegel Eggs

Love eggs are one of the easiest toys to fall for. They're small, simple to use and surprisingly versatile, whether you want a little buzz on your own, a playful remote for date night or a gentle way to work on your pelvic floor. This guide explains the different types, how to use them, how to look after them, and the love eggs and Kegel balls we'd pick from our range right now.

What is a love egg?

A love egg is a small, smooth, egg-shaped toy that's worn internally, usually with a soft tail or cord to help you remove it. Most vibrate, and many come with a wireless remote so you (or a partner) can change the settings without reaching for the toy. You'll also see Kegel balls and Ben Wa balls in the same family. These usually don't vibrate at all. Instead, they're weighted to give your pelvic floor muscles something to grip.

The main types of love egg

Vibrating love eggs

A vibrating egg gives you internal vibration in a compact shape. Many can also be held against the body for external play, so one toy covers quite a lot of ground. If you're new to vibrators in general, our beginner's guide to sex toys is a good place to start.

Remote-control love eggs

This is where love eggs really come into their own. A wireless remote lets you play hands-free, and handing it to a partner adds a fun element of surprise. Remotes on the eggs we stock typically work from a few metres away, so they're great for play around the home.

App-controlled love eggs

Some eggs connect to a phone app instead of a remote. Depending on the toy, a partner can control it from their own phone, even from somewhere else entirely, which makes them a favourite for long-distance couples.

Kegel balls and weighted training sets

Kegel balls are about muscle training rather than vibration. Sets that come with several weights let you start light and move up gradually as your muscles get stronger, a bit like going up a dumbbell size at the gym.

How to use a love egg

Love eggs are very straightforward, but a few tips make the first time more comfortable.

• Charge it first. Most vibrating eggs are USB rechargeable, so give yours a full charge before you start. Check whether the remote needs a battery, as some take a single AAA.
• Use plenty of lube. A water-based lube is the safe choice with silicone toys and makes insertion much easier. You'll find lubes in our essentials range.
• Relax and take your time. Insert the egg gently, leaving the tail or cord on the outside so you can remove it easily.
• Start low. Begin on the gentlest setting and work up once you know what you like.
• Remove it gently. Hold the base of the tail or cord and ease the egg out slowly. Don't tug.

Our love egg picks

All of these were in stock when we wrote this guide. Prices are correct at the time of writing.

Loving Joy Remote Controlled Vibrating Egg, £38.69

A great first love egg. It has 10 vibration functions and speed settings, a discreet remote that works from up to 20 feet (6 metres), and a silky silicone coating. The egg is USB rechargeable (the remote takes one AAA battery) and waterproof, so it's easy to wash (keep the remote dry). The egg itself is a modest 7.5 cm insertable length and 3 cm wide, and it works for both internal and external play. Shop the Loving Joy Vibrating Egg.

Mina Astral 10 Function Love Egg, £38.69

Mina's love egg is coated in silky soft, body-safe silicone and has 10 vibration functions controlled by a wireless remote that works up to 6 metres away (the remote takes one AAA battery). It's USB rechargeable and waterproof. It also comes as the black teardrop-shaped Mina Divine and the slightly larger, ribbed purple Mina Celeste, at the same price. Shop the Mina Astral.

Tabooboo Take Me Back To Bed Remote Love Egg, £40.49

This egg adds a textured clitoral stimulator on one side, so it gives you a little more than a standard egg. It has 10 functions, a compact wireless remote, USB charging and a waterproof design, and it comes with a storage bag to keep it clean between uses. Shop the Tabooboo Love Egg.

Svakom Ella Neo Interactive App Controlled Vibrating Egg, £71.99

Our pick for couples who aren't always in the same room. The Ella Neo is controlled through Svakom's FeelConnect app, which lets a partner take charge of the vibrations from wherever they are. Shop the Svakom Ella Neo.

Party Color BOLY Kegel Training Beads, £26.99

If pelvic floor training is your main goal, this silicone set is a sensible place to start. It includes four progressively weighted balls (18g, 30g, 40g and 55g), each in its own colour, so it's easy to see where you are and move up when you're ready. Use with a water-based lube and wash with mild soap and water after each use. Shop the BOLY Kegel Beads.

Adrien Lastic Harmony Stones Kegel Balls, £89.99

A lovely gift-worthy set for pelvic floor exercise. It comes with two different silicone cases and six stones to place inside them: pink jade, tiger's eye, carnelian, bianstone and amethyst at 37 to 38g each, and crystal at 31g. Shop the Harmony Stones.

Want to see more? Browse our full vibrators and women's sex toys collections.

Love eggs and your pelvic floor

Many people use Kegel balls as part of a regular pelvic floor routine. Start with the lightest weight for short sessions, and only move up when it feels easy. If you're pregnant, have recently given birth, have had surgery or have any pelvic health concerns, it's worth checking with your GP or a women's health physiotherapist before you start.

Cleaning and caring for your love egg

Clean your egg before and after every use with warm water and mild soap or a toy cleaner, then pat it dry fully before storing it in a pouch or bag. Only submerge an egg if it's described as waterproof, and keep the charging port dry. Stick to water-based lube with silicone toys. For more on materials and cleaning, read our guide to body-safe sex toys, and if you're weighing up how much to spend, our cheap vs premium sex toys guide may help.

Shopping with TootyFruit

Every order is sent in plain packaging. The sender shown on the parcel is Ashtech Innovations, and that's also the name on your bank statement.

Orders placed before 2pm Monday to Friday are usually dispatched the same working day, and delivery is free on UK orders of £50 or more. Pairing a love egg with a lube or toy cleaner is an easy way to get there.

Love eggs FAQ

Are love eggs good for beginners?

Yes. They're small, simple to use and usually have easy controls, which makes them a relaxed first toy. A remote-control egg with a gentle lowest setting is a great place to start.

Can I wear a love egg outside the house?

Some people do, but we'd recommend getting to know your egg at home first. Remotes have a limited range, so check the product page to see how far yours will reach.

What's the difference between a love egg and Kegel balls?

Love eggs are usually made for pleasure and most of them vibrate. Kegel balls are weighted and designed to help you exercise your pelvic floor muscles, and usually don't vibrate.

Can I use a love egg in the bath?

Only if it's described as waterproof on the product page. The Mina, Tabooboo and Svakom Ella Neo eggs in our picks above are all listed as waterproof.

Can I return a love egg if it isn't right for me?

You have 14 days to cancel under UK consumer law. For hygiene reasons, intimate products that arrive sealed can only be returned if the seal and packaging haven't been opened, unless they're faulty. Full details are on our FAQ page.

I still have questions. Who can I ask?

Email us at sales@tootyfruit.com. We'll reply discreetly and in confidence.