Ball Gag Buyers Guide: 
The Best BDSM Ball Gags​

Despite the fact that a ball gag is the most easily recognizable type of sex gag, there's honestly an absolutely staggering amount of different types. They can go by the name of a deep throat gag, muzzle gag, ring gag, spider gag, the list goes on. A gag toy is a very accessible piece of equipment that can easily launch fairly routine bondage play into something a lot more entertaining for both parties.

Remember, a major aspect of BDSM is the exchange of power between two people being exploited to the extreme for sexual satisfaction. Think about how much we care about free speech and it makes a lot of sense why people gravitate towards this type of toy.

So if you want to include a ball gag into your current sexual war chest there's one thing you'll have to keep in mind immediately: level of experience.

As tempting as it is to just go all out and buy the biggest & gaudiest leather gag you can find online you should remember that until you've actually worn one for extended periods of time there's a lot of the experience you still haven't gotten used to yet.

I'd say that this gag is probably the best ball gag out there for those just getting started out. It's extremely inexpensive with a lot of comfort features added in, so there's not a whole lot keeping people from being able to try it out for themselves.

The straps are made from a soft nylon material secured by a strap threaded through two metal hoops. This nylon material is plush while still being able to stay relatively taut. Overall, it has enough give to settle in comfortably after a little bit of use.

The ball portion is also on the smaller side, being about 1.5'' in diameter while also being made out of a very squishy material. There's enough squish to chomp down on the ball pretty hard while still providing a relatively effective gag overall.

I'd suggest working closely with your partner as you adjust the gag to find the level of tightness that works best when it comes to keeping both of your satisfied with what it provides.

I simply wouldn't be able to live with myself if I didn't include at least one stereotypical red ball gag somewhere on the list. I find that this model from Bondage Boutique gets the job done excellently but has a few good quality of life features tacked on to further drive home its sultry goodness.

The gag is modestly sized at 1.75'' in diameter while being made of 100% body-safe silicone that's non porous to boot. It's not extremely squishy but definitely a lot more comfortable to apply a bit of bite force onto compared to hard plastic. The straps themselves are made from faux leather meaning there's little worry about getting it wet or the leather drying out after a while.

It can be securely fastened belt style but what really impresses me are the two straps the connect the ball to the back end of the toy. It makes it a lot more comfortable for the ball to be seated in a much more comfortable position for long term play.

All in all, this is a ball gag that takes a few aspects of higher level ball gags while still being completely accessible to the more adventurous beginners.

Maybe biting down on the gag is something you're searching for as opposed to trying to avoid. In that case, this leather bit gag should fit the bill nicely.

All parts of the gag except for the metal fasteners are made from leather, but the gag itself is a long piece of leather that's meant to be tightly grasped by the teeth. The straps are fastened by choosing which hole you'll put the little stick of metal through.

I find that there's enough space between the holes to find a good spot while still providing a little bit of give overall. 

DOMINIX made a smart choice with this gag's design since you're able to get a great amount of muffle while not contributing towards any unnecessary mouth strain.

People enjoy ring gags since they don't take oral sex out of the equation. What this gag from Scandal provides is exactly that but you can still have the experience of a full gag when necessary.

Nearly the entire toy is made of silicone which should make cleaning up afterwards much easier thanks to the lightning quick dry time of silicone. The ring looks just like a pair of lips and has a diameter of 2'' so most men will still be able to be on the receiving end of a blowjob should they desire. With the plug out it's possible to give your partner the opportunity to breathe through their mouth for a while but not have to readjust the straps time and time again.

I find that the silicone construction is very comfortable while I also enjoy the variety of play options offered by a ring gag with an included stopper.

One issue that gets in the way of some people's comfort with ball gags is how it cuts off their ability to breathe through their mouth. The kind of intense sexual stimulation that comes from BDSM play can very easily lead to the need for some heavy panting.

That's exactly what the breathing holes in this ball gag let happen. The ball itself is made from soft silicone while the strap is made from genuine leather. It can be adjusted belt style for a very secure fit as the adjustment holes aren't particularly large. It's a gag that also doesn't contribute to lip strain since the extenders are also made from the same squishy silicone that the gag itself is made from.

Overall, I'd say anyone looking for an intermediate style ball gag with a huge focus on comfort will be well served by this option.

Tired of your submissive still being able to get a word in edgewise? Then it's about time to find a ball gag that has more than just superficial mouth coverage.

The straps as well as the mouth covering itself are made from leather although the ball itself is made of silicone. Once properly buckled there's really no opportunity for much else besides some peace & quiet. Well, quiet, at least. I personally think that this is one of the nicer gags to look at that comes with a certain air of refinement to it. The ball isn't just haphazardly tacked on to the face portion either, it is actually connected with a strap of its own so there's enough movement to not have it interfere with the teeth while in use.

It's pretty, it's functional, it's there to make sure no unwanted noise seeps through unlike other gags with a ball of this size.

It's not always easy to figure out out of all of the ball gags out there which will be best for you. After all, until you give them a go there's really no telling what parts of the experience will stick with you and which you'd prefer to work around.

That means picking a gag also means having to figure out which size compliments your skill level best. This option is perfect for people who want to slowly move up in size without having to buy a handful of different options. Measurements for the balls are 1.5'', 1.75'', and 2'' in diameter. Each ball can be removed by unbuckling the strap, removing the ball, then placing a new one in it's place. Each ball is made of silicone with breathing holes to further cement it as a good choice for comfort training. The wearer will be able to have a bit of leeway when it comes to biting down while also being able to breathe fairly normally.

Someone who doesn't always have the same partner using their gag should use a toy like this, or just someone who wants to have their level of experience grow bit by bit until a more permanent option can be sought out.

Here's an option for someone who wants their gags to have a lot more interaction than the set-it-and-forget-it variety. On one side of the bit there's an inflatable dildo which expands up to three inches in length as well as up to 5.5 inches in girth.

The dildo itself is made of rubber that's thick enough to take a beating without deflating at the end of it all. There's also a quick deflate button on the pump so you won't have to worry about giving your partner more than they can handle. Since the bit itself covers the entirety of the mouth area it also does great at ensuring proper sound restriction. With the dildo addition it's definitely an advanced level toy, there's a lot more to this toy than just making the straps are adjusted properly and that your partner can handle using the gag. It will take a bit of experimentation before you're able to best use the inflating feature in a way that's great for everybody.