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A dildo is designed mainly for insertion and the feeling of fullness and pressure. Traditionally, it has no motor. A vibrator uses vibration for stimulation and is often designed for the clitoris, though some are insertable. Hybrid toys blur the line by adding vibration, thrusting or warming to a dildo shape. Choose based on whether you want fullness, buzz or both.
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