Why Butt Plug? 5 Hot Reasons People Wear Anal Plugs

I don’t always butt plug… Sometimes, a few weeks or even a month will pass before I return to anal. And after every break, I’m reminded of that extra oooomph that butt plugs give me, that’s different from all other sex toys. So I started pondering why wear a butt plug:

What are the reasons that butt plugs are so interesting & satisfying — what does a butt plug actually do as you wear it? My partner (who does have a prostate!) and I consulted to come up with 5 top reasons why anal plugs work.

What Does a Butt Plug Do? 5 Reasons People Wear Them

Butt plugs are suitable for any body, as long as the plug you choose has a flared base and is made of body-safe materials.

1. Fullness – Satisfying thickness or weight inside, especially with a plug that’s made right.
2. Prostate stimulation – Can intensify orgasms dramatically.
3. Training for anal sex – Helps you avoid pain or anal tears, as you get used to anal penetration slowly over time.
4. All-day wear – Subtle, private stimulation can liven up a boring day at work. (Pure silicone and stainless steel butt plugs are more discreet to wear than any other sex toy type.)
5. Enhances regular sex – Adds arousal, anticipation, and doubles the stimulation.

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#1. Fullness (What a Butt Plug Feels Like)

Plugs are made for this: Filling you up; staying inside, so the butt feels full. Essentially, butt plugs are compact dildos you wear anally. It just feels good.

When talking about butt plug fullness, his favorite that leaps to mind is the classic Egg Plugs, since they’re so squishy + comfortable. This makes it easier to take larger sizes. (He’s currently very content with the L/XL size). (Similarly: I like my pussy plugs in the same soft silicone relatively large, too!)

Also, we both love anal plugs with more weight for the full feeling, after testing multiple styles. These plugs’ extra heft + hardness mean pressure that you can’t forget as you move your body (whether walking, sitting down, mowing the lawn, bending over, etc.).

#2. P-Spot Play from Anal Plugs (=More Intense Stimulation).

At their best, prostate plugs can make orgasms feel stronger, longer, and more full-body (not just localized to the penis). These P-spot plugs tend to work via keeping steady, consistent pressure on the prostate over time — and they don’t require thrusting by hand, or someone wearing a harness to be ready and available.

Stainless steel, curving like the Njoy Plug, is a wonderful option here for prostate wearing around (including while walking). The smooth weight of its 100% stainless steel is so noticeable, and it stays inside well — it never un-inserts itself and slips out.

Automatic thrusting butt plugs that massage the P-spot can be intense too. They’re better to use when you’re at rest: at home or in a comfortable discreet place.

The other classic type of prostate toy is an Aneros massager. Our dildo vs. prostate massager info article covers how stationary massagers work differently from the best prostate dildos.

For this “why wear a butt plug” reason, people with prostates will get the most direct results — but, some women and G-spot havers also report feeling more if they use a prostate plug anally. The toy pressing forward toward their vagina can awaken nerve endings up to and including the clitoris.

#3. Training for Anal Sex (How Butt Plugs Prevent Pain).

Another reason people wear butt plugs is anal sex training. As someone whose initial anal explorations (progress diary) were focused on stretching enough to take my partner’s penis comfortably, I get this one!

My training was a process that took effort over several months — something I realized was not just nice, but essential after the first time I tried anal sex 100% unprepared (and unlubricated 😭), and saw bleeding afterward. Without preparation, anal sex usually hurts when you’re totally new to anal play.

A 3-pack silicone anal trainer set helps avoid injury and pain. In the best anal training kits, each plug size sizes up the right amount (from 0.15″ to 0.3″ more diameter) — that lets it build on the previous plug, stretching but not hurting.

You move up when the current size feels comfortable to wear for an hour or more: this may take you only a day or two, or several weeks in-between one size and the next larger one.

But, (butt!), anal training is not just for people whose goal is having anal sex with a partner: Everyone should know about safe 1st-time anal practices before they start plugging, so they can avoid damaging / tearing their butt.

#4. All-Day Butt Plug Use (Why People Wear Them for Hours)

Wearing a butt plug for longer periods is absolutely worth trying out. Instead of an hour or two, the plug becomes something you carry inside as you do normal, everyday things.

Part of the stimulation is mental — just knowing it’s there in the background while you go about your day. But physically, long-term wear benefits come from both: a good butt plug’s steady pressure/thickness and small shifts as you move that keep the plug interesting. You might forget about it for a while, then notice it again when you stand up, sit differently, or walk around.

Keep in mind: For most people, “all-day” doesn’t literally mean 24/7 all the time. Three to four hours is common — and it’s safest to take your time getting used to longer sessions, building up gradually as your body adjusts. And: Comfort relates to both the butt plug’s fit, and how well lubricated you are. If it begins to feel dry or uncomfortable, that means it’s time to take a break or reapply lubricant.

Non-vibrating plugs are by far the better choice for wearing around, since they don’t make noise. Most people find long-term wear easiest with either: super-soft silicone butt plug like the Egg Plug, versus the Njoy Pure Plug (which is our top pick for long-term wear in a weighted plug). The answer to “why wear a butt plug” can totally depend on which of these sensations you enjoy most: soft squish (=Egg) vs. firm pressure (=Njoy Pure).

#5. Makes Traditional Sex More Exciting.

A final benefit to wearing a butt plug is increased arousal during sex. This one’s different from the other reasons because: it’s not only about the plug’s functionality itself, but also how the plug can change your frame of mind when you’re with your partner.

• Before sex: Wearing a plug ahead of time makes you think about the sexy times ahead. Nothing’s happening between your bodies yet, but the plug works in the background. As it’s carried inside your body, it wakes up your pelvic floor, and can help you imagine the pleasure that’s coming.
• During sex: The plug isn’t the main focus, it’s adding an extra layer on top of the stimulation you’re getting from your partner — so it’s more intense overall. Prostate plugs build tension and can even increase his endurance during P-in-V sex; and streamlined butt plugs are the easy way to “DP,” filling 2 holes at the same time. (For the latter, though, you need a plug that’s flared but won’t poke your partner, a tough combo to locate. The XS Egg Plug is reasonable.)

“Getting ready” butt plugs can be anything from: jewel butt plugs (sometimes risky; this jewel plug kit has larger flared bases than standard designs); to weighty prostate plugs.

Getting into Butt Plugs

If you’re new to anal play, it helps to start with the basics—especially, how to insert your first butt plug safely, using enough lube and going slowly so your body can adjust.

Using the right butt plug lubricant is one of the biggest factors in whether butt plugs feel comfortable or not. With anal lube, you want something thicker and longer-lasting. Because: Standard water-based lubricants tend to dry out quickly, which can cause friction and discomfort.

Cleaning matters as well, both for comfort and hygiene. Our guide on how to clean a butt plug deals with odor avoidance after washing.

And if your goal is working up to anal strap-on sex with a partner, our pegging guide starts with anal training, but also covers avoiding common mistakes as a couple.

Final Verdict on Best Reasons for Butt Plugs: When & Why

Overall: people wear butt plugs for fullness, prostate stimulation, training, extended wear, and to make sex feel more intense — or a combo of all 5 reasons.

Personally, my top motivation for butt plug use combines: the fullness that weighted metal gives (Pure Plug M & Heft Plugs are my favorites) with the arousal of #5, using an anal plug as foreplay.

For him, it’s even more of a medley: fullness + prostate stimulation + making orgasms and sex feel like more during the act.

Whatever reason you start out wearing a butt plug, you might find it flows into related feelings you didn’t expect. As you go at your own pace & use plenty of lubricant: Enjoy!

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