If you want to feel more sensitive without using a topical product, you can try pussy pumps or smaller clitoral pumps. They’re a completely safe way to increase sensation temporarily.

What’s a Pussy Pump?

A pump is a device that uses suction to draw blood to your vulva (pussy) to increase size and sensation. You might be able to kick-start your desire with a pussy pump.

Some pumps include vibration for additional stimulation while others might have tickling nubs on the interior of the cup.

A pussy pump consists of a small cup that you place over your vulva and a hand-pump that removes air from the cup to suction it to your flesh. A secure seal is necessary for the pussy pump to do its job. When you’re done, you can break the seal to remove it.

Many people enjoy using a pussy pump before sex or masturbation. They feel more sensitive after having used the pump. You’ll also look puffier as a result of the pussy pump, and some people enjoy the aesthetic.

This swelling is temporary and causes no ill effects.

Pussy pumps may not work perfectly for every person due to the shape and size of their vulva.

Clit Pumps Too

A clit pump is much like a pussy pump but smaller. Instead of placing it over your entire vulva, you simply envelope your clitoris. Smaller pumps intended for nipple stimulation can double as clit pump.

Clit pumps are smaller than a hand pump would be, so they use a different mechanism to create the suction. The suction might be less intense because of the small size of the pump.

How to Use a Pussy Pump

Your experience with pussy pumps might not be positive if you don’t get one that seals properly. Having the right sized cup is important as they’re all different. We suggest that you measure to find the right sized cup. Measure from the bottom of your mons pubis to your perineum. The space you measure will be covered by the cup, including your clitoris and vaginal opening.

There is a bit of a trick to getting a seal. When you first use the pussy pump, press it down with your free hand. After a few squeezes, the suction will take effect, and you can let go with that hand.

You can practice on another part of your body, such as your arms or thigh, before applying the pussy or clit pump. In fact, you can use it to emulate cupping if you’d like.

Removing hair from the area can also make it easier to seal correctly, and applying some lube to the edge of the cup can also help it stick to the area. Just make sure not to use so much that it slips around.

It may take a try or two to get the seal you’re looking for.

How Pumped Are You?

Finally, remember that you can adjust the sensation by continuing to squeeze even after you’ve achieved suction. Smaller cups contain less air, so you can’t pump as much. This means less of a pumping sensation.

You’ll feel the most sensation when the bulb is released, not squeezed. Squeeze more slowly to increase the sensation. Going slow also means you won’t get to the point of pain without enjoying the pussy pump.

One thing you might try is to release suction a couple times during play and then increase it again during your session.

The Best Pussy and Clit Pumps

1. Size Matters Vaginal Pump Kit

This pussy pump is recognizable by its pink design. The cup is fairly large (6 inches long by 3 inches wide), which allows for more suction to be created. The cup is also transparent so that you can see the suction in action.

Because it’s so wide, it might not fit every body. There’s a pressure release valve on the cup.

Pros

• Size
• Transparent cup
• Price

Cons

• May be too large for some
• Can't use for nipples​

2. Size Matters Twist Up Nipple and Clitoris Suction Devices

These smaller pumps work for your nipples or clitoris. They come in a set of three, so you can stimulate all three places at once. The small size (just 4 inches long) is discreet. You could even keep them in your purse.

Instead of using the hand pump, you twist the base to creation suction, but it won’t be as intense as a larger pussy pump.

Pros

• Work for nipples and clit​
• Comes in set of 3
• Small and discreet

Cons

• Covers a smaller area

3. MAXtwist Nipple Suckers

These nipple suckers are similar to the Size Matters pumps. They’re just as small and rely on twisting to create suction, but you only get two of them, so you can’t use them for both your nipples and clit at the same time.

The smaller size creates less suction, and the weight of the suckers can cause them to fall off. Be careful to remove any hair to get the proper seal.

Pros

• Cheap

• Good for nipples and clit

Cons

• Not as strong as hand pussy pump

4. Doc Johnson Pussy Pump Pink Vaginal Pump

This full-sized pussy pump is similar to the first one on the list but the hose is specifically designed not to kink, so you don’t lose pressure. In fact, you can remove the hose without losing suction once the cup is applied. This also makes it easy to clean.

The cup measures just over four inches long and three inches wide. It has a quick-release valve, a removable hose and provides plenty of suction thanks to the hand pump.

The hard plastic cup might be uncomfortable for some users, and the large cup may not fit every body.

Pros

• Better for larger bodies

• Quick-release valve

Cons

• Limited motion

• May be too large for some