Anal Fantasy Collection Open Wide Tunnel Plug review

A tunnel plug that creates a genuinely open sensation and lets you insert other toys, fingers or more through the hollow centre. Reviewers love the versatility — it opens up watersports, medical play and the kind of visual access that most plugs don't offer. Soft silicone, smooth once it's in, but getting past that initial lip asks more of you than a standard plug does.

The defining feature is the hollow centre — once it's in, you're genuinely open, and that sensation is what people come back for. Reviewers describe it as strange at first, then compelling: the awareness that you're accessible, that fingers or small vibrators can pass through without removing the plug itself. One user calls it "a whole new level of fun" for watersports; another says their partner loves the sense of exposure and control it creates.

The material is soft and squishy, which makes it comfortable once seated but also means insertion takes a bit of work. The lip — the widest part you have to get past — is the sticking point. Reviewers who've used plugs before say it goes in smoothly after that initial stretch, but several warn that it's harder than the size alone would suggest. One person advises being careful not to push through pain, and another notes that even with training for the equivalent diameter, the shape makes it trickier than a standard plug.

Once it's in, though, it feels stable for most people — soft enough not to demand constant attention, firm enough that you know it's there. The tunnel itself is narrower than some expect, so the fantasy of being able to see inside doesn't always match reality unless you're at the right angle with good light. But for insertion play, the diameter works well: fingers fit easily, small vibes pass through, and the plug stays put while you do it.

A few reviewers mention that it can be easy to push out, and the base design has drawn caution from experienced users who say tunnel plugs generally aren't meant for long-term wear — the risk being that they can slip in rather than stay anchored. For shorter sessions and active play, it performs exactly as intended.

This one suits people who've already spent time with anal play and want to try something that opens rather than fills. If you're comfortable with plugs in the 2.8-inch range and you're curious about the sensation of being accessible — or you want to combine a plug with other toys, fingers or a partner's involvement — this does that well.

It's also a strong pick for anyone into watersports or medical play, where the open tunnel is the entire point. Reviewers in those spaces consistently say it unlocks scenarios that a solid plug simply can't.

Beginners should look elsewhere. The insertion difficulty and the unfamiliar sensation make this a poor first plug, and several reviewers explicitly say so. If you're new to anal play, start with a tapered silicone plug that has a narrower neck — something designed to ease you in rather than ask you to work for it.

And if you're planning to wear it for extended periods, be cautious. The base isn't designed for all-day use, and the hollow shape means it can shift or slip more easily than a solid plug with a pronounced flare.

Silicone, so it's non-porous and genuinely easy to live with. Soap and hot water after each use is all it needs, or a dedicated toy cleaner if you prefer. It can be boiled or run through the dishwasher (top rack, no detergent) if you want to sterilise it between partners, though most people won't need to.

The soft material picks up lint and dust, so store it in a pouch or a clean drawer rather than leaving it out. Water-based lube only — silicone lube will degrade the surface over time.

If the insertion difficulty is putting you off but you still want the tunnel experience, the Shots Toys Thru Hole Butt Tunnel Plug Small is worth comparing — it's metal rather than silicone, which changes the weight and the way it sits, and some people find the firmer material easier to guide in.

Tunnel plugs are a small subcategory — they prioritise access and sensation over the fullness that most plugs deliver, so they appeal to a specific set of interests rather than being a general-purpose pick. This one sits in the middle of the pack for size and at the softer end for material.

If you're comparing across the category, the best tunnel plugs ranked by Coyscore will show you where this one lands against metal, firmer silicone and larger options. The question is whether you want the soft, forgiving feel of this one or the weight and rigidity of steel.

What is the primary use of a tunnel plug? Tunnel plugs stretch the sphincter and keep it open, creating a unique gaped sensation. They also let you insert other toys, fingers or a penis through the hollow centre, and they're popular for watersports and medical play.

Is this product suitable for beginners? No. Reviewers consistently say it's quite big and tricky to insert initially, and it requires some training and experience with anal play before it becomes manageable.

Can you see through the tunnel? Sometimes, but not as easily as the fantasy suggests. The tunnel diameter is narrow enough that you need the right angle and a light to actually see inside — most people find the visual access limited compared to what they imagined.

Is it safe for long-term wear? Probably not. Some users caution that tunnel plugs, depending on their base and design, aren't really meant for extended wear and can accidentally slip all the way in. This one is better suited to shorter, active sessions.

A well-made tunnel plug that delivers the open sensation and versatile play it promises, but asks more of you on insertion than a standard plug does. If you've got experience with anal play and you're curious about the access and exposure a tunnel provides — especially for watersports, medical play or using other toys while plugged — this does it well. Beginners should start elsewhere, and anyone planning long-term wear should be cautious about the base design. For the right person, though, it opens up scenarios that a solid plug simply can't.

Available now at $39.95.

This review draws on 66 aggregated reviews across 5 retailers, averaging 4.2 stars. The Coyscore is 74 ("Worth a Look"), and the confidence level is high — enough voices to trust the themes, and enough detail to know what the experience is actually like. The pros and cons above come from what reviewers consistently report, not from us.

Insertable length: 2.8 inches
Material: Silicone (supplier spec)
Non-porous: Yes
Weight: 0.142 kg
Maximum diameter: Not stated by the supplier
Flared base: Not stated by the supplier
Taper: Not stated by the supplier

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