4 Best Panel Gags In 2024, Reviewed by a BDSM Educator!

Of all the panel gags we tried, the one that scored the highest among its competitors was Calexotics’ Scandal Hidden Pleasure Ball Gag. We found it was amazingly versatile, safe to wear, designed by bondage experts, and manufactured out of superior quality from polyester fabric, body-safe silicone, and faux leather.

Why You Should Trust Us

Hi, I am M.Christian. From my first introduction to the kink community to becoming a sex educator, then a respected erotica author and sex tech journalist, there’s little I haven’t taught or written about.

But I’m always open to other people’s opinions, so I assembled a team of uniquely qualified BDSM experts and sexologists—not forgetting my product test team. Without whose help, I couldn’t have put together this list of this year’s highest-rated panel gags.

I also love hearing stories from my readers, so if you have questions, don’t hesitate to reach out. You can call me at +1 307-372-3895 or send an email to [email protected]—just make sure to include your name and contact information.

How We Picked The Products

My team of sex toy testers and I put a lot of work into our choice of this year’s five best panel gags—and of all our research tools, the most effective was developing the following five-point criteria. They also can make buying yours or any other kink-related gear, incredibly easy. Once we unilaterally agreed, I defined test criteria that we could measure on a scale from 0 to 100. These factors included the following:

• Manufacture: How well a BDSM gear is made is important when picking our review samples. Simplifying the process even more, my team and I quickly learned to choose BDSM gear from community-respected companies such as The Stockroom, Lovegasm, and Peep Show Toys.
• Material: Equally vital is what each product is made from. Not only will superior quality materials mean a mask will be safe and comfortable when worn on your sub’s head, but they can also take on whatever their users can throw at them. 
• Design: Neck and neck with top-notch manufacturing and using high-grade materials is whether or not it’s well designed. It’s also another reason we only looked at ones made by kink-community favorite companies.
• Safety: A mouth gag must be designed and manufactured to be as safe as possible, something that respected companies such as Peep Show Toys, The Stockroom, and Lovegasm are famous for.
• Versatility: While not necessarily THE most crucial factor we employed, we gave the multipurpose ones a few extra points.

Beginning with the twenty-five most popular panel gags, I used my simple, tried-and-true selection process to reduce that number to ten—which I then passed to my sex toy testers to see what they thought of them.

During testing, we rated each test criterion on a percentage scale from 0% (Worst) to 100% (Best). We then calculated the overall score using different weighted metrics depending on the importance of the test criteria. Half the total rating comes from Safety (25%) and Manufacture (25%). After that comes Design (10%), Versatility (10%), and Material (5%).

Using their valuable feedback, I reduced the contenders to eight. My next step was to send them to some highly respected sexologists, BDSM enthusiasts, and sex ed teachers.

Everything We Tested

In this chapter, you can see a comparison table with all the products we tested. As you can see, each row has the test criteria our team used during the testing. To make our testing process even more transparent, we also included the raw test data so you can see how the products performed with each test criteria.

Name	Calexotics	Stockroom	Scott Paul	Lovegasm
Category	Best Overall	Budget	Upgrade	Faux Leather
Average Rating	95%	93%	94%	91%
Design	96%	93%	92%	89%
Manufacture	95%	92%	96%	94%
Safety	96%	92%	92%	91%
Versatility	95%	91%	92%	90%
Price & Value	94%	96%	92%	91%
Price Tag	$31.99	$28.00	$169.00	$36.99
Material	Silicone ball, Buckles, Faux Leather, & Fake Fur	Leather, Silicone, & Buckles	Leather, Mouth Bit, & Steel D Ring.	Leather, Buckles, & Fittings
Colors/strong>	Black & Burgundy	Black & Silver	Silver & Black	Silver & Black

1. Calexotics’ Scandal Hidden Pleasure: Test Winner!

Why I Love Calexotics’ Scandal Hidden Pleasure Ball Gag:

After careful consideration, my testers and I unanimously agreed the overall finest mouth gag is Calexotics’ Scandal Hidden Pleasure. It universally scored higher than every toy we examined or got to play with. So much so it soared far above the competition. The whole team agreed this product definitely deserves a spot as one of this year’s highest-rated BDSM toys.

Much care went into crafting this wonderfully comfortable and impressive versatile panel gag. No less Calexotics’ use of high-quality materials like nickel-less metal fittings, artificial fabrics, non-natural leather, and non-reactive silicone.

Minor Issues I Found During Testing:

Once my team and I put these lips gag through its paces, we agreed the only thing that might be an issue with it is if you or your sub, as well as anyone who wants to play with it, might be allergic to some or all of its artificial components.

Even so, Calexotics’ top-of-the-line materials made me feel that unless your allergies are severe, you still should be able to enjoy this toy. But if you don’t want to risk some allergic reaction, feel free to look for other ball gags in this article.

Why Calexotics’ Scandal Hidden Pleasure Is The Best Panel Gag:

But there are lots more to admire about Calexotics’ Scandal Hidden Pleasure and why it more than earned its title as the highest-rated panel gag:

• Manufacture: It takes a tremendous amount of skill, and years of kink-toy-making experience, to create something as durable, elegant, and effective to wear and play with as this model.
• Versatility: Whether you’re new to the BDSM community or are a well-versed expert in everything kinky, Calexotics’ Scandal Hidden Pleasure will get a rise out of you, your sub, or anyone, anywhere, who knows that silence is golden—and very sexy!

Features:

• Material: Medical-Grade Silicone ball, Non-Nickel, non-toxic Buckles, Faux Leather, And Fake Fur (Polyurethane)
• Measurements: The Head Strap Is 30″ Long, And The Ball Gag Is 1.75″ In Diameter.
• Colors: Black And Burgundy

Pros:

• Scandal Hidden Pleasure scored higher than all the other review samples.
• Its head strap, mask, and muzzle gag are made of artificial materials, making it easy to clean, durable, a pleasure to wear and play with, and vegan-friendly.
• Its pleasant style is perfect for both dungeon crawlers and fetish fashionistas.

Cons:

• It may be unsafe to wear if you or your sub is sensitive to non-natural materials such as polyester, polyurethane, or silicone.

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2. The Stockroom’s Over The Mouth Ball Gag: Our Budget Pick!

Why I Love The Stockroom’s Over The Mouth Ball Gag:

Do you want a brilliantly designed, expertly crafted, highest-rated, comfortable-to-wear, and reduced-price gag panel?

If you do, I’ll give some great news for you as the master kinksters at The Stockroom created one that’s not just high-quality but will only set you back $28.

Minor Issues I Found During Testing:

There’s little, as in almost nothing; my team and I felt this one  didn’t do extremely well. But, push comes to shove; you may not like it only comes in black.

Also, some people may not like its soft leather, not vegan-friendly construction. Otherwise, The Stockroom’s Over The Mouth Ball Gag is perfect for beginners or well-established kinksters.

Why The Stockroom’s Over The Mouth Is Our Budget Pick:

Well respected by the kink community for their famously well-made toys and bondage gear, when The Stockroom makes something, you know it’s got to be more than good, if not the world’s finest. A perfect example is their Mouth Ball Gag.

But wait, there’s more to why The Stockroom’s Over The Mouth was presented with our budget trophy:

• Manufacture: As with every toy or piece of bondage gear they make, The Stockroom’s Over The Mouth screams or, more accurately, moans superior craftsmanship.
• Design: Besides their scene-respected dedication to outstanding craftsmanship and employing high-grade materials, The Stockroom is popular among the kinky set for designing outstandingly fine BDSM toys, such as their Over The Mouth, that’s a pleasure to wear.
• Price & Value: Of the dozens of models we tested, this gag gave us the most value for our hard-earned money. It strikes the perfect balance between value and quality.

Features:

• Material: Leather, Silicone, And Metal Buckles.
• Measurements: It’s Available In Either Small Or Large. Both Head Straps Can Be Extended From Fourteen And A Half To Around 36″. The Balls are 1.5″ – 2″ In Diameter.
• Colors: Black And Silver

Pros:

• It’s created by The Stockroom, the leading BDSM toy manufacturer, so it is comfortable, a pleasure for you or your sub to wear, and easy to clean.
• It comes in two sizes; a 1.5″ in diameter ball gag and a 2″ in diameter one, so it’s a real pleasure to wear.
• Its affordable price is ideal for beginners or experienced kinksters.

Cons:

• It’s only available in black.
• Vegan friendly, this panel collar is not. You’re better off getting a separate BDSM collar.

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3. The Stockroom’s Scott Paul Half Moon: Our Upgrade Pick!

Why I Love The Stockroom’s Scott Paul Half Moon:

Eventually, you or your sub will crave a mouth gag with more of everything. When that day comes, and you know it eventually will, the renowned BDSM toy designer Scott Paul and the similarly famous The Stockroom have produced the most luxurious ball gag my testers have ever reviewed.

Its neoprene-lined soft leather head strap is outstandingly comfy and easier to wear for extended lengths of time: much more than the other products on this list.

Minor Issues I Found During Testing:

Made by the master kink craftspeople over at The Stockroom, you know there’s a lot to like, and not much to dislike about their Scott Paul Half Moon.

It would be nice if it came in more than classic black. Also, the bit gag, rather than a ball one, may take a little getting used to. But if you really prefer bit gags, then you might want to check the other alternatives in this bit gag guide.

Why The Stockroom’s Scott Paul Half Moon Is The Best Luxury Panel Gag:

Choosing this wickedly intense ball gag as our upgrade pick wasn’t difficult. The minute we got to wear it, my testers and I were impressed by its thrilling design, high-quality manufacturing, and hotter-than-hell, very pleasurable feel.

Though those points are just the tip of the iceberg, begin our unanimous vote that The Stockroom’s Scott Paul Half Moon would be our upgrade pick:

• Design: This panel gag handily won this critical category in a landslide. Scott Paul’s well-deserved stellar reputation as BDSM’s premiere toy maker is fully displayed with his Half Moon device. From its neoprene-lined, thick yet flexible head strap to its u-shaped bit gag and external steel d ring, this model is less a sex toy and more an erotic work of art.
• Versatility: Its D ring also makes it a literal snap to equip a Scott Paul Half Moon with nearly every domination accessory you can imagine. I’m talking about a harness, leash, chains, or a million increasingly intense items that’ll give a dominant full control over their sub and heighten their comfort and pleasure.

Features:

• Material: Neoprene Lined Leather, Rubber-Coated Mouth Bit, Steel D Ring.
• Measurements: It’s Able To Fit Every Head From 16.5″ – 21″.
• Colors: Silver And Black

Pros:

• It’s a fine example of Scott Paul’s brilliantly kinky imagination.
• Its neoprene-lined head strap or harness makes it more comfortable than any of The Stockroom’s competitors.
• Its forward-facing d-ring opens the door to all sorts of erotic possibilities.

Cons:

• Its one hundred and sixty-nine dollar price tag puts it well beyond the finances of most kinksters.
• It may take some before a sub gets used to playing with this bit gag.
• It only comes in black.

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4. Lovegasm’s Keep Quiet: Faux Leather

Why I Love Lovegasm’s Keep Quiet Panel Gag:

Our final list entry made my testers and me swoon with pleasure, ensuring its position as the finest and most comfortable faux leather ball gag you can buy.

Outstriping the competition and beating, in a good way, every other model of its type, Lovegasm’s Keep Quiet is wickedly stylish, a joy to wear, and a pleasure to play with.

Minor Issues I Found During Testing:

One thing my testers and I noticed about Lovegasm’s Keep Quiet mouth gag is its extra-wide mask made it occasionally difficult to breathe. However, after we used it for a while, it became a pleasure to wear—not a major criticism but something beginners may want to consider.

But if you prefer something that doesn’t hinder breathing, perhaps ring gags are for you. You can find all the ring gags we tested in this article.

Why Lovegasm’s Keep Quiet Is Our Favorite Leather Panel Gag:

• Material: Created from vegan-friendly faux leather and various metal parts, this mouth gag will please kinksters from New York to Beijing—not forgetting the rest of the world.
• Design: Lovegasm’s outdone themselves with this high-scoring and always exciting panel mask. Its adjustable head straps, air holes, and easily adjustable buckles prove why their designs routinely match or exceed their competitors.

Features:

• Material: Synthetic Leather, Metal Buckles, And Fittings.
• Measurements: The Ball Gag Is Nearly 1.75″ In Diameter
• Colors: Silver And Black

Pros:

• Its simple style makes it a fetish fashion player’s dream come true.
• Like all of Lovegasm’s designs, its shape is pleasurable, effective, comfortable, and its straps and gag won’t irritate the skin.
• Its low price of thirty-five, ninety-nine allows most, if not every kinkster, could buy it.

Cons:

• Its mask may take some getting used to.
• Black is the only color available.

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What Is A Panel Gag?

A Panel gag consists of a large, forward-facing shape or mask, behind which some sort of mouthpiece or dildo (AKA penis panel gag) is usually placed. They are known in the BDSM community for their ability to match mouth bondage pleasure with fetish-fashion flair. They’ve graced the runways of kink-tacular events or turned heads at play spaces worldwide [3].

Pro Tip: If you prefer gags that solely have dildos, then we suggest checking out some of the best dildo gags we ranked.

How To Use A Panel Gag?

Panel gags are specially engineered to prevent the wearer from speaking; you need to negotiate a system of non-verbal safe words.

How do you do that? The answer is as simple as it is effective: just have the wearer hold a small object so that if they need to slow down, stop completely, or want to chat with their dominant, they just drop whatever they’re holding [1].

But even if the wearer seems okay, I suggest you periodically check with them. Also, whatever they are holding should make a loud noise when dropped. So no stuffed animals or lightweight sex toys. Keys, heavy-ish bondage gear, a sturdy cup, or a bell are a much better choice [2].

A pleasure to use, with an appealing shape, attractive mask, a simple design, and typically comfortable for you or your sub to use, often at a reasonable price, muzzle gags are a pleasure and great for everything from age play to delicate and sexy scenes.

How To Clean A Panel Gag?

Whoever designed, made, or sold your mouth gag knows more about how to clean it than you ever could. So please resist the urge to clean a sex toy or mask gag without first consulting its manufacturer. If you don’t, your attempt to clean yours may irreparably damage it. Worse, you might inadvertently expose the wearer to toxic chemicals.

You should only try cleaning yours if you didn’t find manufacturer-recommended instructions. If you do, follow the rule that a little is better than a lot. For non-natural models, a wipe with mild antibacterial soap or sex toy cleaning solution will kill most bacteria, especially when followed by a thoroughly good wipe with a lint-free cloth, which will keep your mask gag nice and clean.

On the other hand, leather or other naturally-made panel gags require less soap or sex toy cleaner. Wiping yours down with a little vinegar and water solution is a better option for keeping it clean. When applicable, you may also want to apply leather-specific oils to your muzzle gag, but only after consulting with experienced leather community members who know how to clean your type of gag. Read the full guide on how to clean BDSM sex toys here.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How To Store A Panel Gag?

Keep your mouth gag where it won’t get moist, hot, or cold and out of direct sunlight. I’ve found a closet or a humidity-controlled box under your bed a great place to store your bondage toys. Likewise, you can cover it with a cloth to keep it clean. More about storing your BDSM sex toys in this guide.

How To Make A Panel Gag?

Please do not, under any circumstances, attempt to construct a panel gag. As they’re designed to come in very close contact with the wearer’s face and mouth, there’s a high probability of injury if a homemade hack is created from poorly chosen materials. Hand in hand if it’s incorrectly designed, such as with improperly placed straps or cheap buckles, which may prevent you, your partner, or your sub from breathing.

How Long Can I Wear Panel Gags?

The consensus is that a mouth gag shouldn’t be worn by a sub for more than thirty minutes or less, depending on the wearer’s comfort and experience with sensual deprivation play. I recommend beginners wear them for just five to ten minutes until the wearer gets used to how their harness gag feels. Most of all, the wearer shouldn’t be left alone, no matter the reason [1].

What’s The Difference Between Ball Gags And Panel Gags?

On average, harness gags can be considered ball gags but with a function or decorative patterns on their front section or shape. In this regard, they might be considered not so much as opposites as separate branches of the same BDSM equipment tree.

What’s The Best Material For Panel Gags?

There are no superior materials for making a panel gag. However, there might be a great one for you or your sub. It all depends on whether you are more comfortable with natural or artificial materials or are allergic to leather, faux leather, fur, fake fur, rubber, plastic, polyester, etc.

Primary Sources

1. Lascivity. A Primer on the Safe Use of Gags in BDSM (January 2023)

2. GQ. Here Are Some Precautions To Take When Using A Gag During Bdsm Play (May 2023)

3. Kinkweekly. Mmmph! Or The Actual Effectiveness Of Gags

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M.Christian loves nothing better than exploring the intersections of sex and technology. They regularly appear on sites like Kinkly, Tickle.Life, Sexpert, Queer Majority, Killing Kittens, Sex for Every Body, Future of Sex, and dozens more on topics like BDSM safety, sexual education, senior sexuality concerns, queer and gender issues, as well as reviewing numerous sextech products and adult entertainment sites.
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