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Whether you own just one vibrator or more than a dozen of the best sex toys for couples, the best sex toy storage solution will gel with your lifestyle and living situation. No shame if you prefer to leave it all out (and even display your most prized dildos and beyond in plain sight), of course, but if you're keeping things under wraps and away from kids, nosy roommates, or TSA agents, you're probably going to want something subtler and enclosed—lockable even!—to store your X-rated accessories.

Parents visiting sooner than you thought? Hurry and cop one of these storage solutions to get your sexy stash in order.

To hear more about the best sex toy storage solutions on the market, we consulted two experts—Linnea Marie, a sexologist and relationship coach, and Cy, a sex toy critic and blogger at Super Smash Cache—for their recommendations.

Some of these products were specifically designed to store sex toys, and others are just regular old storage containers, but either way, we've got some thoughtful reasoning behind why these are the best places to stash your sexiest gear—whether you're stockpiling condoms and lube, or just need a place to discreetly stow your off-duty vibrators, fleshlights, or floggers.

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Materials: MicrofiberSize: 12 x 9 inches for the large size option

Marie likes to carry simple drawstring bags for travelling with and storing sex toys. "They provide privacy, keep toys clean, and are easy to use and maintain," she explains. These microfibre ones are big enough to store larger toys or one vibrator plus an accessory like a charging cord and can be ordered in different sizes depending on what you're looking to carry.

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Dame

Materials: Cotton Size: 9 x 5 x 3 inches

You don't need to buy a specific type of bag to transport your sex toys necessarily, but if you're looking for something attractive that could otherwise pass as a Dopp kit or toiletry bag, sex toy brand Dame stocks one in a handsome tie-dye print. “Carrying around a big purse is less conspicuous than toting a suitcase or box,” Cy points out. This bag has plenty of pockets (including zippered ones) for slipping in condoms or accessories along with your toys, and the stain-resistant inner liner will ensure that one errant lube spill doesn't completely ruin it.

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Lovehoney

Materials: PlasticSize: 14.0 x 7.5 x 2.8 inches

If you prefer something lockable for packing up into your carry-on or stashing in your nightstand, go for this lockable case. It's roomy enough to store multiple sex toys in it, including a Magic Wand or other large wand vibrator. Plus, with its lockable design and antibacterial lining, it's pretty much the perfect vessel for sealing away your sex toys, whether you're taking them on vacation or packing them away amongst your things at home.

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Materials: SteelSize: ‎13.5 x 6.25 x 7.25 inches

“If you care about hiding sex toys, consider a broad, shallow, lockable toolbox for keeping under your bed,” Cy says. They're durable and generally affordable, plus very discreet. If anyone sees it, they'll probably assume it contains actual tools and not, you know, a pile of vibrators. You can find a range of affordable toolboxes at hardware stores and online, but we like this Japanese one that boasts a durable steel design and a splashy exterior. It's lockable (sadly, you'll have to buy the lock separately) and includes numerous smaller compartments in the two wings of the box, plus a larger compartment for organizing your toys, lubes, condoms, and beyond.

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Heals

Materials: PlasticSize: 23.03 x 12.6 x 12.6 inches

Many people like to keep their toys and lube close at hand on a nightstand or side table, so it's ideal to find one that has enough storage capacity for the job. "Furniture pieces that open up for stowing items are great for discretion," Cy says. Plus, if you've got limited space to work with, you might as well invest in something that can pull double duty. While any nightstand with added storage works, we're especially fond of a model like the classic Kartell unit, which has tiered compartments that slide open and can also store a surprising number of sex toys and accessories. It's certainly not the cheapest nightstand out there, but you get the idea!

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Materials: ABS resinSize: 3.9 x 3.9 x 3.9 inches

Beauty organisers can store various sex toys, but usually, they're better for smaller devices like bullet vibrators. This tiered accessory tray, while designed to hold smaller items like jewellery or nail polish, can just as easily double as storage for smaller accessories like bullet vibrators, butt plugs, toy chargers, and small bottles of lube. Each tier swings out and then easily slides back in when you've pulled out what you need.

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Materials: Recycled cardboardSize: 3 ⅜ x 13 x 10 inches for the small size

A simple box or storage case will do if you want to stow away smaller toys and accessories under your bed. We like these colorful HAY boxes, which come in multiple sizes depending on the size of your stash and never give away what they're storing. They're lightweight enough to pull out in a hurry, and they're completely enclosed, so none of those under-the-bed dust bunnies will be mingling with your intimate toys. Another perk is the magnetic closure that keeps the lid from popping open randomly.

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John Lewis

Materials: PlasticSize: 14.1 x 11.9 x 8.1 inches

For storing multiple toys throughout the house (whether tucked away in a closet or stacked somewhere within plain view), Cy recommends simple, stackable storage containers that are big enough to hold a couple of devices at once. There are several options out there (whether you're OK with storing them in clear plastic tubs that your roommates or family could chance upon or want to leave a bit more to the imagination). We like that these ones have a washable plastic exterior and interior, are stylish enough to keep out in the open, and are completely opaque for storing your unmentionables.

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Sure, you could just throw all your toys into a drawer and call it a day, but here are a couple of things you may want to consider when storing your toys:

Hygiene: “Be sure to thoroughly clean and dry products before storing them so bacteria does not develop,” says Deb Laino, a sex therapist. “You want to store sex toys away from light, in a cool, dry area.” Check the cleaning advice in your toy’s instruction manual when you first get it to see whether any special hygiene practices are required or if good ol’ soap and water will do the job.

Separation: “You may want to keep butt toys away from vaginal toys,” Cy points out, because getting anal germs into the vagina can cause bacterial vaginosis, and soap and water alone may not be enough to rid your anal toys of that bacteria.

On that note, if you have toys made of porous materials like TPR or PVC, you may want to store them in individual bags to keep them from leaching chemicals that could damage other toys in your collection. However, toys made of non-porous materials (e.g. silicone, ABS plastic, glass, sealed ceramic) can be stored together without issue.

Your ideal sex toy storage situation will depend on a lot of factors, like how much living space you have, how many toys you own, and how often you have people over. Broadly speaking, though, here are some things to consider:

Size: You can check the measurements of your toys to figure out an appropriate size for your new storage solution, but keep in mind that you might add more products to your collection in the future. Leave yourself room to grow!

Material: If discretion is a concern, an opaque material is best. However, if you just want to be able to find specific toys quickly, you may prefer transparent acrylic or translucent plastic. Metal boxes are heavier and more difficult to move around than plastic ones, but they are sturdier and less prone to warping under the weight of too many dildos.

Discretion: “Some storage may proudly state it’s for sex toys, whereas others may be more discreet and look like [they] could store anything,” Cooper says. If you live alone, this might not matter to you either, but folks with family or roommates may prefer keeping things low-key.

Accessibility vs. Space-Efficiency: “There’s a balance between the two,” Cy says. “Piling all your toys in one box doesn’t take up much floor space, but depending on how many you have, it can be cumbersome to rummage through.” Struggling to find the toy you’re looking for—or to get it out of its well-hidden storage box—can interrupt the flow of sex, so Future You will be very grateful to Past You for setting up an easily accessible, well-organized toy storage system.

Lockability: Some sex toy storage containers have a built-in lock, some can be fitted with a lock you buy separately, and some can’t be locked at all. If you’ve got kids or particularly curious pets around, you may want to invest in a lockable option; the same goes for if you tend to take your sex toys with you when you travel.

Travel-Friendliness: Speaking of travel, if you want to keep dust, dirt, and TSA’s prying eyes away from your sex toys in transit, get yourself a travel-friendly toy storage solution. See-through ones are generally best for air travel, as they allow TSA agents to see what’s inside without rooting around. Some toy storage bags have a separate compartment that’s suitable for stashing lube, condoms, vibrator charging cables, and other miscellany; these are great to take on trips because you can keep all your sex stuff in one place.