Pretty Ends Iridescent Butt Plug Small review

A small, beginner-friendly plug from a brand that divides opinion — some of their designs are widely recommended, but this one is made of TPR, which means it cannot be sterilised and will need replacing sooner than a silicone equivalent.

This is a small plug with a tapered tip and a flared base, designed to stay put comfortably once inserted. Reviewers who recommend Doc Johnson beginner sets often point to their shape and affordability — the taper is gradual, the neck is narrow enough to hold in place, and the price makes it easy to try anal play without committing to something expensive.

The material is where the experience splits. TPR is softer and more flexible than silicone, which some people find more forgiving when they are starting out. It has a bit of drag to it, so you will need a good water-based lube. But it is also porous, and some users report a persistent plastic smell that does not wash out, even after multiple cleans. One reviewer threw theirs away because of it.

Doc Johnson as a brand sits in an odd place. Some of their toys — particularly their beginner plug sets — are described as "go-tos" by experienced users who own plenty of premium silicone. Others in their range are widely considered low-quality or made from materials that should not be used internally. This one falls into the latter group: the shape works, but the material does not.

If you are looking for something small and inexpensive to see whether you like the sensation of wearing a plug, this will do that job. But if you are planning to use it more than a handful of times, or if you want something you can clean properly and keep for years, a silicone plug at a similar price will serve you better.

This suits someone who is curious about anal play, wants to spend as little as possible to find out whether they enjoy it, and is comfortable replacing it after a few months. The small size and gradual taper make it genuinely beginner-friendly in terms of shape.

It does not suit anyone who wants a plug they can sterilise, share safely, or keep in rotation for the long term. The material cannot be boiled or bleached, so it stays with one person and needs a fresh condom each time if you want to be cautious. And because it is porous, it will degrade faster than a non-porous toy — expect to replace it within a year of regular use.

If you are choosing between this and a silicone plug at a similar price, pick the silicone. You will be able to clean it properly, it will not smell, and it will last.

PVC is porous, which means it cannot be sterilised. Wash it with warm water and mild soap after each use, let it dry completely, and store it somewhere clean and dry. Keep it to one person, and if you want to be extra cautious, use a fresh condom each time.

Do not boil it, do not put it in the dishwasher, and do not use silicone-based lube — stick to water-based. Because the material is porous, it will start to degrade over time, so plan to replace it within a year or so of regular use.

If you are comparing this to other plugs, the Kink F Plug is worth a look — it is a very different size and shape, but the comparison will show you how the two sit against each other in terms of material and design.

This sits in the butt plugs category, where it competes with a wide range of shapes, sizes and materials. The beginner-friendly taper and low price are its strengths; the porous material is what holds it back. If you are wondering how it stacks up against the rest of the category, the ranked list will show you where the trade-offs are.

So is it actually worth buying?

Is this butt plug body-safe?
No — it is made of TPR, which is porous and cannot be sterilised. That means it cannot be shared safely, even with a condom, and it will degrade faster than a non-porous material like silicone.

Is Doc Johnson a good brand for sex toys?
It depends on the product. Some of their beginner sets are widely recommended and genuinely well-designed. Others are made from materials that should not be used internally, or are just poorly made. Always check the material before you buy — if it is not silicone, glass, stainless steel or ABS plastic, think twice.

This is a small, beginner-friendly plug with a shape that works and a material that does not. The taper is gradual, the price is low, and some Doc Johnson designs are genuinely good — but this one is made of TPR, which means it cannot be sterilised, may smell, and will need replacing sooner than a silicone equivalent.

If you are spending this much anyway, spend it on a non-porous plug that you can clean properly and keep for years. If you are determined to try this one, use it with a condom, keep it to one person, and plan to replace it within a year.

Available from Coy for $14.95. Ships within New Zealand.

This review is based on 820 aggregated reviews across 7 retailers, averaging 4.2 stars. The Coyscore is 76 ("Worth a Look"), with high confidence. The material claim comes from the supplier spec, not from review text — reviewers routinely call TPR and TPE "silicone", and they are wrong.

Insertable length: 4.5 inches (derived from supplier data)
Material: PVC (supplier spec)
Non-porous: No (derived from supplier data)
Weight: 0.135 kg (derived from supplier data)
Maximum diameter: Not stated by the supplier
Flared base: Not stated by the supplier — this is safety-critical and we do not infer it from the category
Taper: Not stated by the supplier

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