Doggy vs missionary: this is by far the most popular position

Are you someone who really likes routines? Someone who always sticks to your favorite things, because well... those good old habits are good for a reason? Then there are probably two acrobatic positions that you constantly do in bed: doggy style and missionary. They are classics for a reason, of course. But which one is the most popular? These classics have been fighting for the throne for years, so we are settling this ultimate battle once and for all. We are diving into the ring: this is the ultimate favorite.

Round one in the ring: here are the pros and cons

Doggy style

We kick off with the crowd favorite that makes everyone’s heart (and pillows) race: doggy style. This position is known for being intense, a bit wild, and definitely not boring. What’s the big advantage here? The depth and the fact that you don’t need to be flexible at all. The lying partner can completely surrender, while the standing penetrating lover has all the control. This power balance can be very exciting. Who doesn’t want to be overpowered? Overwhelmed by pleasure? Because let’s be honest: it’s the biggest when you have no control over it and it keeps getting bigger and bigger. Or take control and feel like ‘the boss’. And there’s another plus: all hands are free, so that opens up plenty of doors for extra feeling.

Although you are doubly stimulated, there are also people who really can’t see it happening on all fours. There’s less eye contact, so that romance is really gone. Maybe it’s awkward how you sit or you might not feel anything at all. That can happen too, of course. Exciting? Definitely. Always relaxing? Not necessarily.

Missionary

Then we move on to the other OG among positions: the missionary. Maybe not the most exciting image, but don’t underestimate it. Do you want intimacy? Then you get it. This is the position for a lot of eye contact, kissing, and reading every bit of pleasure on each other’s faces. Additionally, in this position, you can try all sorts of things to add some spice. Put those legs over your shoulders, move a lot with your hips, go fast, or really slow. From the back can be a nice view, but in the missionary position, you see everything. Here you have the opportunity to do so much more: kiss each other’s bodies, stimulate each other, and grab each other wildly.

That may sound like a dream, but for some, it’s really too predictable. If you’re not into unwrapping, this position can become quite boring. Just lying there, moving up and down, and done. It can start to feel like a routine, and that’s what you don’t want.

Round two: which is the most enjoyable for women?

That that men prefer doggy style the most, is no secret. It gives them control. Now they can be nice and dominant: they decide what happens. This animal instinct gives men the feeling as if they are walking into the ZARA sale: everything is up for grabs, and they can take it. But what about the women? Do they also think doggy is just as great? That’s not quite the case.

Despite the fact that there are definitely ways to make that position attractive for you too, most women find this style quite boring. You’re on your hands and knees, and that man is behind you going wild. Yes, it’s very nice, that penetration, you know. But stimulating? Not really. If a man does it really well, you might be able to reach an orgasm, but usually, it’s just a lot of in-and-out wiggling. And I haven’t even mentioned the fact that you miss that emotional connection. That piece is very exciting for a woman.

That’s why it doesn’t surprise me that at the Easytoys Barometer the missionary won among women over doggy style. Due to the intense contact, it’s more exciting, and especially the fact that you can more easily stimulate the clit through the friction of movement (and a little help from the fingers) makes it the real favorite among women.

Round three: the decisive battle

Okay. So you have two different opinions… Which one knocks the other out and goes home with the trophy? That’s a dilemma, and we have the answer. Trust me. Some numbers come into play. Among 6852 people, it’s really doggy style that knocks out the missionary in the final round. With a whopping 40 percent, this is the ultimate champion. The missionary is close behind, standing at 36 percent in second place. Doggy may win on paper, but let’s be honest: in the bedroom, there’s more than enough room for a rematch.

So yes: the classics remain classics. Just do what you feel like and try both. That’s much more fun.