After my team reviewed several dozen different posture collars, we unanimously agreed the safest and most effective we found was The Stockroom’s Deluxe Medical Padded Posture Collar. It ranked far above every other product regarding its use of premium quality manufacturing techniques, being created from top-rated durable leather, and its masterful design, which makes it as incredibly versatile as it is safe to use. Trust me when I say it’s ideally suited for both seasoned BDSM aficionados and those new to the pleasures of body-bondage toys.
Test Winner: The Stockroom Deluxe Medical Padded Collar
The Stockroom’s Deluxe Medical Padded Collar got the highest rating in our review. It’s carefully constructed from top-grade durable and exceptionally durable cowhide and equipped with nickel-plated fittings. Highly recommended!
Budget: The Stockroom Black Leather Curved Collar
Here’s another high-ranking bondage brace that won’t break your kinky plaything budget. Yes, you read that right: You can enjoy this super-stylish and amazingly exciting bondage brace for the surprisingly low cost of just $45!
Table Of Contents
- Why You Should Trust Us
- How We Picked The Products
- Everything We Tested
- 1. The Stockroom Deluxe Medical Padded Collar: Test Winner!
- 2. Black Leather Curved Collar With Locking Buckle: Budget Pick!
- Other Good Alternatives
- What Is A Posture Collar?
- How To Use A Posture Collar?
- How To Clean A Posture Collar?
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Primary Sources
Why You Should Trust Us
Hi, I am M.Christian. Since I started exploring the wild world of kink in the mid-1980s, I have tried to learn everything I could, especially what makes a good and a not-so-good BDSM toy. Of all the lessons I learned about that and so much more, safety is always more important than anything else when it comes to playing solo or with someone else.
My kink education and experiences have allowed me to become a well-known erotica writer, sex tech journalist, and sex toy reviewer, perfect for putting together top-scoring guides like this one. But I also know when to ask for help, so I’m joined by my dedicated team of fellow kink-related equipment testers—not to mention my hand-picked selection of sexologists, BDSM experts, and sex educators. This, coupled with my kink-focused knowledge, made it possible to put together this list of this year’s five best posture collars.
How We Picked The Products
If spending years reviewing and testing a huge number of different sex and BDSM has taught me anything, breaking every potential ‘best’ candidate makes the process much simpler and easier.
Something that can also help you sort out the fair from the great when shopping for your first bondage collar. But before I explain all that, here are the five important well-defined quantitative metrics we looked at when choosing this year’s five highest-rated posture collars:
- Manufacture: Before we did anything, we made sure only to select review samples created by BDSM community-recognized companies such as Extreme Restraints or The Stockroom. While other manufacturers may be making equally fine toys, if the kink scene doesn’t like or approve of their products, they end up being either not well made or, in some cases, dangerous to use.
- Material: Another thing we looked at when searching for our review samples was if the company making them used the highest-grade leather, steel, rubber, silicone, or anything else. It’s also another good reason we stuck with BDSM community-approved manufacturers like The Stockroom or Extreme Restraints, as they know what to use to ensure their neck collars are as long-lasting as they are adjustable and comfortable to wear.
- Design: Once again, by only considering the kink community’s respected companies, my testers and I never had to worry their bondage collars were substandardly designed, backed up by The Stockroom and Extreme Restraints’ decades of BDSM toy-creating expertise.
- Safety: Though Extreme Restraints or The Stockroom’s neck collars may often appear almost frighteningly intense, my team and I never questioned any of the ones we reviewed were risky to play with, backed up by BDSM players who admire their hard work in giving us sex toys and BDSM gear designed and built with user safety in mind.
- Versatility: Bondage collars are often created and manufactured for a single type of kink activity. However, we gave a few extra points to ones specifically made for more than one use or work well with accessories like an adjustable leash, a metal ring or two, or made for tall or people who aren’t very tall.
My hunt for the five review samples began with the fifteen most popular models. Once my testers gave them a good going over, that number dropped to ten—which became ten once my carefully selected group of BDSM experts, sex educators, and professional sexologists examined them.
During testing, we rated each review sample based on the criteria listed above starting from 0% (Worst) to 100% (Best). Each score was calculated using different weighted metrics depending on what we deemed most important. The majority of the total rating comes from Manufacture (30%) and Material (30%). After that comes Safety (15%), Design (15%), and Versatility (10%). My final step was to see how they are reviewed online, a search that gave me all I needed to give these five products my stamp of approval.
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.
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| Name | Padded | Curved |
| Category | Best Overall | Budget |
| Average Rating | 95% | 92% |
| Design | 96% | 94% |
| Manufacture | 93% | 93% |
| Safety | 94% | 95% |
| Versatility | 95% | 93% |
| Price & Value | 90% | 94% |
| Price Tag | $99.00 | $45 |
| Material | Leather & Nickle-Plated Fittings | Leather & Metal Fittings |
| Sizes | 12.5 – 15 inches & 15.5 – 19 inches | 12.5 – 14.5 inches, 14 – 16.5 inches, & 16.5 – 19.5 inches |
| Color | Tan, Black, White, & Silver | Black & Silver |
1. The Stockroom Deluxe Medical Padded Collar: Test Winner!
Why I Love The Stockroom’s Deluxe Medical Padded Collar:
When it comes to choosing our top-scoring and overall best, there was just one my testers and I agreed had to take home the gold.
The Stockroom’s Deluxe Medical Padded Collar is a true rarity among BDSM body restraints in that it combines the arousing intensity of a mock medical device, so it’s a great option for anyone into playing doctor, nurse, or a patient with The Stockroom’s world-famous dedication to designing, constructing, and selling the highest quality handmade BDSM toys.
Though this leather posture collar may look terrifying, in a good and exciting way, of course, it’s carefully constructed from top grade durable and exceptionally durable cowhide and equipped with nickel-plated fittings and is a perfect addition to your BDSM collection.
Minor Issues I Found During Testing:
It’s not really a point against this brilliantly designed and meticulously crafted neck collar. Still, my experts and I felt it might be too intense for people just beginning to explore this sort of BDSM bondage play. You’re better off getting less intimidating toys like BDSM panel gags or bondage masks.
That said, if you know why bondage collars can be such a huge turn-on, then take our advice and get yourself one of The Stockroom’s Deluxe Medical Padded sooner rather than later to see, or more accurately, feel why it’s our all-time favorite.
Why The Deluxe Medical Padded Leather Collar Is The Best Posture Collar:
While I’ve already and quite enthusiastically said why my testers and I voted it this year’s highest-ranked and top-scoring toy of its type, there are many more reasons why The Stockroom’s Deluxe Medical Padded Leather Collar ranked at the top:
- Manufacture: Ask anyone in the kink community, and they’ll tell you why The Stockroom is one of if not the, most respected creators of BDSM toys and equipment. Its premium standing is nothing to sneeze at as the scene only respects companies that go the extra distance in delivering BDSM gear that are as pleasurable, exciting, and arousing as they are comfy and safe: something The Stockroom’s Deluxe Medical Padded clearly shows—and why it’s our top ranked, number one posture collar.
- Material: The Stockroom is also well known for using only premium-grade soft leather, rubber, steel, and other materials when building their BDSM toys. Another excellent reason we scored their Deluxe Medical Padded Collar so highly is that it’s constructed out of fine-quality leather and nickel-finished hardware, something the other products couldn’t match.
- Design: Though making premium, top-ranking bondage collars from first-rate materials are worthy of respect, The Stockroom’s dedication to quality doesn’t stop there as they put their decades of BDSM toy-making expertise into everything they make, no less so than this bae. It’s a statement piece that for sure will turn heads at the next BDSM orgy.
- Safety: More than anything else, The Stockroom understands that while BDSM can be sexually arousing and emotionally exciting, there are times when it can be a little or occasionally extremely risky. It’s why everyone there strives to create gear like this to be comfy and, more than anything else, as safe as they can make it.
Features:
- Material: Leather, Nickle-Plated Fittings
- Measurements: It Comes In Two Sizes. The Small One Can Fit Necks From 12.5″ – 15″ In Diameter, And The Large Can Accommodate People With 15.5″ – 19″. The Small And Large Collars Are Both 4.75 Long.
- Colors: Tan, Black, White, And Silver
Pros:
- Each bondage brace is hand-made by BDSM experts out of premium-grade leather.
- Available in small or large, so it can comfortably fit various neck diameters.
- Crafted from extra-supple leather and is equipped with nickel-plated d-rings and a pair of lickable buckles.
Cons:
- It may be too much for bondage novices to handle.
- Being made of leather, it requires extra careful handling and cleaning to avoid damaging it.
- Its $99 price tag may be too expensive for some kinksters to handle.
2. Black Leather Curved Collar With Locking Buckle: Budget Pick!
Why I Love The Stockroom’s Curved Collar With Locking Buckle:
Here’s another high-ranking example of The Stockroom’s BDSM toy-making genius: a superior bondage brace that won’t break your kinky plaything budget. Yes, you read that right: you or your partner can enjoy this super-stylish and amazingly exciting bondage brace for the surprisingly low cost of just $45.
Though you may think it’s affordable due to The Stockroom cutting a few corners, my testers and I were thrilled to discover nothing could be further from the truth as this white posture collar is as well-designed, high-ranking, expertly manufactured, and fun to play with as their far more expensive bondage toys.
Minor Issues I Found During Testing:
After talking it over, my sex toy testers and I concurred the only thing we felt The Stockroom’s Curved Collar With Locking Buckle might lack is, when compared to more extreme bondage toys, it’s not as restrictive. However, if you or your partner want an affordable and top-ranking bondage brace that won’t hit your bank account too hard, this is a kinky dream come true for all your stylish and enjoyable bondage fantasies.
Why The Curved Leather Collar With Locking Buckle Is Our Budget Pick:
While my testers and I unanimously agreed no other bondage brace before or since is this great and pleasurable for such little money, there are plenty of other equally important reasons why we give The Stockroom’s Curved Collar our budget gold medal:
- Manufacture: The Stockroom shines again for their apparent care when crafting this affordable though high-scoring posture collar. We know when you get one of your very own, you’ll immediately be impressed, just as we were, by its precision craftsmanship and how it makes this bondage brace exceptionally comfortable and thrilling to play with.
- Design: Unlike so many other, not-so-well-designed posture collars, this product proves yet bondage why The Stockroom is so often the kink community’s go-to company for the highest ranking, premium quality BDSM toys. Its buckles also allow for the attachment of an adjustable leash for keeping your partner or submissive where you want them.
- Versatility: Though bondage collars are typically designed and made for a single type of BDSM activity, The Stockroom’s Curved Leather Collar is so effective and attractive that it easily could be the highlight of an elegant fetish ball as it would turn heads at your local dungeon party. It can be used with a leash, an adjustable chain, or other types of head bondage equipment.
Features:
- Material: Leather, Metal Fittings
- Measurements: There Are Three Sizes To Choose From. The Small Can Fit 12.5 – 14.5 inch Necks. The Medium Is Made For 14″ – 16.5″, And The Large Can Handle Necks From 16.5″ – 19.5″.
- Colors: Black, Silver
Pros:
- The Stockroom manufactures it, making it from premium-grade materials by BDSM experts.
- It’s available in three sizes, so many people can comfortably wear it.
- It retails for just $45.
Cons:
- It may not be intense enough for those into extreme bondage activities.
Other Good Alternatives
The Stockroom’s Collar With Ball Gag is great when you want your submissive to stay silent. But though they may not be able to say a single word, this unique and exciting combo of ball gag and bondage brace from the kink-making experts at The Stockroom is so arousing, exciting, and a huge turn-on to play with your or your partner will make lots—and lots and lots—of sexually pleasing noises. Get yourself this black posture collar and be prepared for a good, quiet, and great time. But if you want to get a ball gag separately, make sure to check out the ball gags we ranked and tested.
The Stockroom’s Posture Bar With Restraints because few things are more sexually thrilling than doubling your bondage pleasures than a bondage brace with a strong metal rod connected to a pair of comfortable leather wrist restraints. With The Stockroom’s Posture Bar and a heaping helping of bondage knowledge, you and your partner can live out your wildest, hottest, and most mind-blowing Fifty Shades fantasies and then some. If you have a leash, this bondage head restraint is very fun to wear, is adjustable, sturdy, and is the right size for tall or shorter people. More about BDSM restraints here.
Extreme Restraints’ Ultimate Lockdown Leather Cincher is for anyone who really wants to prevent you or anyone fortunate enough to play with you from going anywhere. To call Extreme Restraints’ Ultimate Lockdown Leather Cincher exhilarating would be the understatement of the year or even the decade, as no bondage garment is as completely restrictive as this dashing mixture of waist cincher, wrist restraints, and, naturally, a bondage posture collar. It may be expensive, but we know that Extreme Restraints’ Ultimate Lockdown Leather Cincher is more than worth buying as we all felt it’s the end-all, be-all most bondage system we’ve had the pleasure to test. It’s made all the better because it’s also adjustable, can be used with a leash or chain, fitted with an attachment ring, or can handle tall or shorter people with ease.
What Is A Posture Collar?
A posture collar is bondage equipment designed and manufactured to restrict the neck movements of whoever gets to wear it. Some bondage collars are made from leather, rubber, or other materials and may also be adjustable, and be equipped with extras such as a ring or rings so a leash or other bondage toys can be attached to them. If you want to use a leash, be sure and go with an adjustable type so it won’t become uncomfortably tight [2].
How To Use A Posture Collar?
You and your partner or playmate must stay in constant communication when playing with BDSM posture collars. While this is something you should strive to do when engaging in any BDSM activity because bondage collars are built to restrain a person’s movements, there’s always the possibility that even the most professionally made models could inadvertently injure someone. It’s also why I don’t recommend using a gag when playing with a posture collar, as it may prevent who gets to wear it from saying they are in distress or merely need to take a break. [1]
If you or your partner want to use a gag, have the wearer hold a small object that they can drop to signal they need to remove the gag or get a gag that doesn’t totally hinder the ability to communicate like ring gags. As with any BDSM activity, never hesitate to call for help should the need arise or even if you or your partner feel uncertain. It’s always best to reach out to a medical professional or phone emergency services at the first sign of trouble rather than wait and increase the risk you or your partner could become seriously injured [3].
How To Clean A Posture Collar?
Never attempt to clean a neck collar without first checking with the manufacturer to determine how to do it correctly. Never forget that using improper cleaning solutions or too much of a relatively mild one may cause whoever gets to wear it to experience serious skin irritations or even chemical burns.
If you can’t find out from your posture collar’s manufacturer how to correctly maintain it, use only a very small amount of soap or sex toy cleaner and thoroughly rinse and dry it afterward. Remember to clean your bondage collar before and after every scene to ensure it won’t be exposed to dust, dirt, or other irritants. Keeping your neck bondage toy spotless will ensure your partners will be safe and free of injury. Read our comprehensive BDSM toy cleaning guide right here for more information.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How Tight Should A Bondage Collar Be?
Posture collars should never prevent the wearer from comfortably moving or breathing. The same is true for causing them to experience numbness of any sort. Rather, the person wearing a bondage collar must always be able to breathe, speak, and move without harming themselves.
How Does Bondage Collar Work?
Bondage collars work by gently tilting and holding the wearer’s neck and chin at a specific angle. It’s often accomplished by fitting the neck collar with supporting stays like a corset’s or designed so the wearer’s neck rests on its top edge. A good bondage rig should be adjustable or come in more than one size. Other good features include having an adjustable chain, available in not just black, and to wear them, not a lot of work is required. Interestingly, in case you want to take things up a notch, you can attach them to an anal hook. Just make sure you get a high-quality anal hook to maximize the experience [2].
How To Measure For A Bondage Collar?
One of the most effective methods for measuring a person’s neck is to use a dress-maker tape measure as it can be accurate without irritating the person being measured, unlike metal tape measures, which can be both inaccurate and difficult to use. If a bondage brace is adjustable, choose a size large enough to handle your longest measurement. If it ends up being too long, you might be able to alter it or find a way to tighten it. Some people may also grow into their braces, which is why an adjustable model may be a better choice in the long run. If you or your partner are tall, you may want to go with an adjustable type as well [3].
Are Posture Collars Safe?
Yes. When used correctly by people who have been properly trained to use them safely, bondage collars can be used with a very low risk of injury [1]. For this reason, I strongly recommend you and your partner take classes from BDSM experts who understand the pleasures and the potentially serious problems when using a neck collar to improve your love life. Aside from posture collars, you can also try using a regular BDSM collar as they are equally safe.
How To Make A Posture Collar?
You or anyone else should never try to build your posture collar. If you do not take my advice, there’s a real possibility your homemade neck collar will seriously harm or permanently disable whoever wears it. Instead of making your own BDSM toy, you should always purchase from scene-approved manufacturers like Extreme Restraints or The Stockroom and not make your own.
Primary Sources
1. Contactmistersmith. Posture Collar
2. Peter-masters. Posture collar
3. Bdsmcafe. BDSM Collars: What Makes Them So Important
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