Do you want to add an extra ‘zing’ to your relationship? Looking for great alternatives to electroplay/electrosex and all the other ‘edgy’ options? There are plenty of other choices!
Electroplay alternatives are great for couples wanting to experience the same kind of stimulation, thrill, and intensity of electroplay without actually using electricity. This brings a major benefit of not having to worry about the safety hazards of electricity.
With options like pinwheels, wax-play, feather and fur ticklers, head scratcher, pressure point massage, flogging, paddles, biting and nibbling, clamps, and light touching and caressing, you can explore intensity and pleasure in new, exciting ways without the intense electricity.
Let’s dive right in and discover what these thrilling alternatives offers!
1. Pinwheels- e.g Wartenberg Wheel
While the sparks and sensations one might experience with electro-stimulation can feel intense, those looking for less aggressive stimulation might turn to pinwheels. Pinwheels provide the same sensory experience as electroplay but with the bonus of visual, auditory, and tactile sensation from the wheel’s spinning.
Pinwheels, like the Wartenberg wheel, combine gentle pressure and delicate sensation. With models featuring various numbers of pins or spikes, you can customize the pressure and sensation you desire. This type of stimulation can create a range of emotions, from an electrifying but enjoyable tingle to intense and exciting sensations.
Sir M likes to use this Wartenberg wheel to tease and arouse slave L. It can be used for stimulating funishment but also for harsh punishment. Don’t know the difference, find it out in our article, BDSM Punishment vs. Funishment.
2. Wax Candles
Just as electrically driven stimulation can produce intense pleasure, the application of warmed wax can create stimulating and enjoyable sensations. From deep pulsing tingles up to mildly painful prickles and full-on agony, wax play can provide a wide range of sensations that can be highly satisfying.
When melted and applied to the body, the wax acts as a heat conductor, producing a unique sensation when encountering the skin. With wax play, many experienced practitioners report a warm, tingling sensation of deep relaxation and heightened sensitivity – precisely the feeling one might seek from electrosex. Lisa created her own soy candles, which are excellent for wax play, don’t miss them; check out our Etsy shop.
3. Feather and Fur Ticklers
Feather and fur ticklers are a fantastic, gentle alternative for electroplay/electrosex. Unlike electrosex, tickle-play does not require electricity and instead uses sensory stimulation, such as feathers and fur brushes, to ignite, arouse and awaken all the body’s erogenous zones. From a light brush down the spine to a slight flurry over sensitive body areas, these sensual tools can elicit an intense sensation that builds up anticipation and pleasure.
The fur ticklers are also fantastic tools for awakening the dermal nerves. Slowly running the furry surface over the skin can create warmth and fuzzy sensations sure to arouse. Using pressure, slow sweeps, and swirling motions of the fur ticklers can create an intensity that is both pleasurable and calming. A good start you will have with this bundle on Amazon.com of a feather tickler and riding crop slapper.
4. Head Scratcher
A head-scratcher is an ultra-relaxing and sensory-stimulating alternative to electroplay toys.
Perfect for when you want to unlock each other’s tension quickly, this form of stimulation from a partner is enjoyable and often tantalizingly seductive. Pressure from a head scratcher increases circulation and relaxes both the scalp and surrounding muscles. It’s an ideal technique to heighten your partner’s senses and help create a heightened emotional state. Utilizing this tool at the head can bring about unimaginable sensations, but don’t stop there! Explore different areas of your partner’s body that cause reactions, particularly if they are restrained.
5. Pressure Point Massage
Pressure point massage involves targeting specific body areas with concentrated pressure and massage techniques. This can trigger an intense response when certain body areas are stimulated, particularly those related to pleasure or arousal. Specifically, the massage helps to stimulate the nerve pathways known as neurotransmitters such as endorphins, resulting in increased arousal.
Pressure point massage is a great way to explore sexual pleasure without using electrical pulses. It is a safe and pleasure-inducing alternative that can be used on both men and women. Additionally, pressure point massage can help relieve tension and stress and has been known to reduce pain and improve sleep quality.
6. Flogging
For those exploring electroplay/electrosex, flogging can be an excellent alternative. Flogging often produces a feeling of warmth and discomfort, making it a perfect substitute for the electrical impulses often used in electroplay. Using multiple floggers can also create a sensation similar to the involuntary twitching caused by a shock. And for those looking for a less intense sensation, a flogger made of soft materials like suede can create a much gentler feeling without electricity. 
This Handmade Braided Leather Flogger Whip with 8 tails and suede tassels is Sir M’s favorite method of funishing slave Lisa. If you wish to increase the intensity of the feeling or use it for punishment, tie an additional knot(s) on the tassels as you continue with the play.
7. Spanking with Paddles
Like electroplay, paddles, especially ones with a suede or leather side, are adept at producing a feeling that combines pleasure and pain. The sensation builds as the paddle is used and can be very enjoyable, especially when you let your partner determine the rhythm and intensity. Plus, you can use different types of paddles to get different exciting sensations, making it a great way to spice things up in the bedroom.
8. Biting and Nibbling
Biting and nibbling is a fun and low-intensity alternative to electroplay. It provides much of the same titillating sensations but without electricity. By lightly biting and nibbling on each other’s sensitive areas, couples can explore different levels of pleasure, such as gentle nips, soft sucking, and more intense bites, depending on their comfort level.
9. Clamps- e.g., Nipple Clamps
Clamps are an exciting and unique alternative to electroplay. They apply pressure to the skin and, as a result, create an incredible sensation – a combination of intense pleasure and pain. The range of clamps available is vast and varied. From basic alligator-style clamps to intricate magnetic clamps, there is something perfect for everyone who wants to explore ‘electrified’ pleasure.
Nipple clamps, in particular, are incredibly popular because they provide an incredible, tingly sensation on the highly sensitive areas. Check out these nipple clamps on Amazon.com. They are perfect for beginners as the pressure on the nipples can be adjusted.
10. Light Touching Caressing
Light touching caressing is a gentle alternative to electroplay, offering a sensual and intimate form of physical stimulation. This type of play involves exploring each other through gentle and intimate touch. Light and slow strokes can massage the skin or explore a partner’s body and erogenous zones. When combined with other BDSM activities, such as safe breath play, light caressing can create a heightened sense of arousal and connection.
Wrapping Up
Electroplay can be an incredibly satisfying and thrilling experience with endless possibilities, from stimulating intense pleasure to exploring sensual areas of the body.
But, whether you’re just beginning to explore electroplay or simply looking for new stimulating activities to spice things up, the 10 electroplay alternatives discussed in this post can add a fantastic spark to your bedroom activities.
Each of these offers different tingling sensations, intensities, and arousal levels so you can find the one that best suits your desires. Whether your goal is exploration, arousal, or both, these electroplay-related alternatives could be worth a try!