What is the difference between a drilled and an undrilled yoni egg?

A drilled yoni egg has a small hole through which you thread a cord or dental floss, making removal easier by pulling the cord. An undrilled egg has no hole and must be removed through bearing down and muscle engagement alone. Drilled eggs are generally recommended for beginners.

Which is better: drilled or undrilled?

Neither is inherently "better" — they serve different preferences and experience levels. Drilled eggs offer peace of mind for beginners worried about removal. Undrilled eggs are preferred by more experienced users who enjoy the additional muscle challenge of expelling the egg naturally, and they carry no risk of cord hygiene issues.

Is there a hygiene concern with the drilled hole?

Yes — the cord itself, if left inside the egg for too long, can harbour bacteria. Always use a fresh piece of unwaxed dental floss for each use rather than a permanent cord. After each session, remove and discard the floss, then clean the egg thoroughly, paying attention to the hole.

Yoni EggsJune 2, 2026

Yoni Egg: Drilled or Not Drilled?

Should you buy a drilled or undrilled yoni egg? Learn the pros and cons of each to make the right choice.

One of the first questions every beginner faces is: drilled or undrilled? Here's everything you need to know to make the right choice for your practice.

Drilled yoni eggs (percés): These have a small hole through one end, allowing you to thread a cord (dental floss, cotton string, or purpose-made retrieval floss). The cord makes removal easier and provides a physical reassurance for beginners who worry about the egg "getting stuck" (it never does — the vaginal canal is a closed space).

Benefits of drilled eggs: Easier removal, especially for beginners. Better for practices involving movement or exercise. The cord can also serve as a subtle biofeedback tool — you can feel resistance when the pelvic floor contracts.

Undrilled yoni eggs: These are whole, unmodified stones. Proponents argue they carry a more complete energetic field — the stone is untouched. They're also slightly easier to clean (no hole to thread water through).

Benefits of undrilled eggs: More "pure" from a crystal healing perspective. Removal requires squatting and bearing down, which is actually a useful pelvic floor exercise in itself.

Our recommendation: For beginners, start drilled. The cord provides peace of mind and makes your early sessions more relaxed and focused. Once you're comfortable with the practice, you can explore undrilled eggs.