Shots Toys Thru Hole Butt Tunnel Plug Small — Silver vs Anal Fantasy Collection Open Wide Tunnel Plug

Two tunnel plugs, two very different experiences. The Shots Toys Thru Hole is metal, small, and weighs nearly half a kilo — you will feel every gram of it. The Anal Fantasy Collection Open Wide is silicone, lighter, and flexes with you. Both are non-porous and both do the job, but the metal one asks more of you and the silicone one bends to meet you halfway.

The metal plug has 73 reviews averaging 4.9 stars. The silicone one has 66 reviews averaging 4.2 stars. Both have enough feedback to trust, and the metal one edges ahead on satisfaction.

The material is the main split. The Shots Toys plug is metal — cold to start, heavy throughout, and rigid. The Anal Fantasy plug is silicone — body-temperature quickly, much lighter at 142 grams, and has some give. The weight difference is significant: 479 grams versus 142. If you want to feel the plug constantly, the metal delivers. If you want something you can forget about for a while, the silicone is kinder.

Both are non-porous, so soap and hot water cleans them properly. Both are tunnel plugs, so they hold you open rather than filling you. Both work with any lube. Neither product lists maximum diameter, flare dimensions or taper angle, so we cannot compare those.

If you like weight and want to feel the plug the entire time it is in, the metal Shots Toys plug is the one. Reviewers call it perfect for beginners in terms of size, but that half-kilo heft is not subtle. If you are new to plugs or want something for longer wear, the lighter silicone Anal Fantasy plug is easier to live with. The metal one is also the more expensive of the two — worth it if weight is what you are after, but not if you just want a tunnel.

Is the metal plug good for beginners? Reviewers say the size is beginner-friendly and not intimidating, but the weight is another matter. Start with something lighter if you are new to plugs.

Is the metal one worth the price? One reviewer said "it's worth it" despite initial hesitation about the cost. If you want metal and you want weight, yes. If you are curious about tunnels generally, the silicone one is a cheaper way in.

What is a tunnel plug actually for? It holds you open, which creates a specific sensation and allows access for other toys, fingers or a partner. They are also used in watersports and medical-themed play.

Is the silicone plug suitable for beginners? Not especially. Reviewers note it can be quite large and tricky to insert at first, requiring some practice. The metal one is described as more beginner-friendly in terms of size.

Can you actually see through the tunnel? Sometimes, but the tunnel diameter on many plugs is narrow enough that you need the right angle and a light. The fantasy is often better than the view.

Are tunnel plugs safe for long-term wear? Some designs can slip in entirely if the base is not substantial enough, so check the flare before committing to extended wear. Neither of these products lists flare dimensions, which would help answer that question properly.

The metal Shots Toys plug scores 88 and the silicone Anal Fantasy plug scores 74. The metal one is heavier, more expensive, and better-reviewed — but only worth the extra if weight is what you want. The silicone plug is lighter, cheaper, and easier to wear for longer. Both are non-porous and both do what a tunnel plug is meant to do. If you are new to this, start with the silicone. If you know you like weight, the metal one will not disappoint.

Both are stocked at Coy and other retailers. Check current pricing and availability before deciding — the metal plug typically costs more, and that gap matters if weight is not a priority for you.

The Snug Report is published by the team behind Coy, a New Zealand retailer that stocks many of the products reviewed here. We say so on every page. Our scores come from aggregated public reviews, not from us — the method is on the methodology page and the evidence count is on every review.