Smile Makers The Neighbour Review: The Beginner Butt Plug Vibe

Most men who are curious about anal play never actually try it. The reasons are familiar — discomfort about the idea, not knowing where to start, and a general lack of honest, practical information about what it actually involves. The Smile Makers Neighbour is a vibrating butt plug designed specifically with first-timers in mind. It’s the first anal toy from a brand known for quality and considered design, and it solves almost every barrier that stops men from exploring this. Here’s what it does, how to use it, and why the prostate angle alone makes it worth knowing about.

What is The Neighbour?

The Neighbour is Smile Makers’ first butt plug — a vibrating anal toy designed from the ground up for people who are new to anal play. The shape reflects that priority. It has a rounded, tapered tip for easier insertion, a gentle bulb-shaped body that creates a satisfying feeling of fullness without too much stretch, and a flared base for safe use. It’s relatively small, body-safe silicone, fully waterproof, and rechargeable via USB. Smile Makers backs it with a two-year guarantee.

It’s also remarkably quiet. For a vibrating toy, the noise level is very low — you’ll notice it but it’s not something you’ll worry about. That matters for obvious reasons.

Why anal play can feel so good for men

The honest reason men should take this seriously: the anus and perineum are packed with nerve endings, and in the case of people with prostates, the anal canal sits directly adjacent to one of the most pleasure-dense structures in the male body. A butt plug positioned internally will sit close to the pudendal nerve — the same nerve involved in orgasm — and in most men will also make contact with or create vibration near the prostate.

The prostate is often called the male G-spot, and for good reason. Direct or indirect stimulation of it can completely change the quality of orgasm — deeper, more full-body, longer-lasting. Many men who try prostate stimulation for the first time describe it as the most intense sensation they’ve had. The post on P-spot orgasm covers this in detail if you want to understand the anatomy and what to expect.

The Neighbour isn’t a dedicated prostate massager — toys like the Lovense Edge 2 are shaped specifically for targeted prostate contact. But as a first step into anal stimulation, it delivers a general internal buzz that stimulates the surrounding nerve-rich area effectively. It’s a genuinely good starting point.

Vibration modes and settings

The Neighbour has three vibration speeds — from a gentle hum up to a deeper, stronger rumble — and two pulsation modes for more varied sensation. That’s five settings in total. It’s not the most expansive range available, but for a beginner toy it covers everything you need: something low and exploratory, something mid-intensity for building sensation, and something stronger for when you’re more comfortable. The pulsation modes add variety once the steady vibration starts to feel familiar.

How to use it for the first time

This is where most beginner anal guides go wrong by rushing ahead. The Neighbour is designed to be approached slowly, and that approach makes the difference between a great first experience and a frustrating one.

Start with lube — generously. This is non-negotiable for anal play. The anal canal doesn’t self-lubricate. You need a lot more lube than you think. The Neighbour is silicone, so your lube choice matters — check the post on silicone vs water-based lube if you’re unsure which to use. Water-based lube is the safe default, though it will wash away if you’re using the toy in the shower. Silicone lube gives longer-lasting slip but needs to be washed off the toy thoroughly with hot water afterwards.

Use the shower if that helps. One of the biggest mental barriers to anal play is anxiety about cleanliness. Starting your exploration in the shower removes that concern entirely. The Neighbour is fully waterproof, so this is a completely viable first session approach.

Turn it on before insertion. Switch to the lowest vibration setting and use the toy externally first — around the perineum, against the exterior of the anal opening. This starts to introduce sensation in the area without any pressure to insert. It also begins the process of relaxation, which is what makes comfortable insertion possible.

Breathe and take your time. The anal sphincter has two rings of muscle, not one, and both need to relax before insertion is comfortable. This cannot be forced. Take deep breaths, allow your body to relax, and apply very gentle inward pressure at the moment of exhale. If there’s resistance, ease off. If it’s uncomfortable, stop and try again in another session. Done correctly and with patience, insertion shouldn’t be painful.

Flared base is essential — always. This point applies to any anal toy you ever use: it must have a flared base. The Neighbour has one. Never insert anything anally that doesn’t, including bullet vibrators. The rectum creates suction that can pull objects inside, and retrieval can require a trip to the emergency room. A flared base prevents that entirely.

Solo and partnered use

The Neighbour works well in both contexts. Solo, it adds a layer of internal stimulation during masturbation that most men haven’t experienced before. Worn during partnered sex, it adds sensation for the wearer throughout — many men report that the combination of internal prostate-adjacent stimulation and sex creates noticeably more intense orgasms.

For men who want to explore prostate play more deliberately — both the physical and the mental side of opening up to anal stimulation — the post on how to massage your prostate is worth reading alongside this review. It covers mindset, preparation, and technique in more depth.

Who The Neighbour is for

It’s designed for beginners — men (or any person with or without a prostate) who are curious about anal play but haven’t tried it yet, or who have tried it with less success and want a toy that actually accounts for how the experience works for first-timers. The size, shape, and approach are all calibrated for ease of entry rather than intensity.

If you’re already experienced with anal play and want more direct prostate targeting, a dedicated prostate massager with a curved head — like the Lovense Edge 2 or Lovense Ridge — will give you more precision. The Neighbour is the right entry point, not the ceiling.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Smile Makers Neighbour?

The Smile Makers Neighbour is a vibrating butt plug designed for beginners. It has a tapered tip for easier insertion, a gentle bulb body for comfortable fullness, and a flared base for safe use. Plus, it has three speed settings, two pulsation modes, is fully waterproof, rechargeable, and made from body-safe silicone. It comes with a two-year guarantee.

Does the Smile Makers Neighbour stimulate the prostate?

Indirectly, yes. The Neighbour isn’t shaped with the angled head of a dedicated prostate massager, but once inserted it will sit adjacent to the prostate in most men and the vibration will stimulate the surrounding nerve-rich area — including the pudendal nerve and prostate. For more targeted prostate contact, a shaped prostate massager like the Lovense Edge 2 is more direct. But the Neighbour provides genuine prostate-adjacent stimulation and is a strong starting point.

What lube should I use with the Smile Makers Neighbour?

Water-based lube is the safe default — it’s compatible with silicone toys and safe to use in water. Silicone lube also works with this toy but needs to be washed off with hot water and soap afterwards. Never use oil-based lube with silicone toys. Use more lube than you think you need — anal play requires generous lubrication, and reapplying during a session is normal.

Is the Smile Makers Neighbour good for first-time anal play?

Yes — it’s specifically designed for it. The tapered tip, moderate size, and soft silicone make insertion significantly more manageable than toys not designed with beginners in mind. Combined with the right approach — plenty of lube, turning the vibration on before insertion, external stimulation first, and genuine patience — it’s one of the most approachable first anal toys available.

Can I use the Neighbour during sex?

Yes. The flared base keeps it securely in place during partnered sex. Wearing it during penetrative sex or oral sex adds internal stimulation throughout, and many men report that it noticeably intensifies orgasm. It’s fully waterproof and works in any position.

Why does a butt plug need a flared base?

The rectum creates suction that can draw objects inward. Without a flared base, an anal toy can become fully internal and require medical retrieval. A flared base wider than the toy itself prevents this completely by acting as a physical stop against the exterior of the body. This is a non-negotiable safety feature for all anal toys — never use any object anally that doesn’t have a flared base.