I don't like have a preference really. If I havea limited amount of time I go for the vibrator (for example the kids are both asleep at the same time-rare occasion)
I find that I prefer dildos, I'm not sure why, but I think it has something to do with the fact that when I want to use a toy vaginally, the vibrations take away from the sensations that I feel upon insertion. However, when I want to use a toy clitorally, it is almost always a vibrator.
We started out with only vibrators - all multi-speed and most waterproof. However once we started using dildos, we're firmly 50-50 - and almost always use them in combination.
I enjoy vibrations occasionally, but most of the time they make me go numb or get itchy before I am able to climax from them. I much prefer the texture, girth and variety of the squishier dildos.
I have found that my most favorite toys do not vibrate (though I do love the vibrators that I have!). My most highly favored toys are the VixSkin dildos, the Vibratex Silky, and my NobEssence Romp. And I love my glass and metal toys, too. But that doesn't mean I don't also have my favorite vibrators though! I just don't use them as often, it seems.
During most solo sessions, I use both a vibe and a dil. I have more dils then vibes and I choose a dil based on how I feel but a vibe is usually ready to either warm me up and/or deliver an awesome finale.
I am also a VixSkin fan, I just love their texture and the ease on manipulation.
I actually always go for vibrators, but only because I feel like it'll be a waste to invest in a dildo. I'm a girl who needs clitoral stimulation, so I've been debating!
I prefer dildos, but I do enjoy some vibrating toys. I've been using my Hitachi the past couple nights, so yeah, some vibes are good. But if I had to choose between the two I'd go for a dildo.
When I first joined this place I was scared of anything that didn't have batteries. Now I am in love with both! I mainly use vibes for clitoral stimulation anyways, vibrations inside of me don't do a whole lot to my experience.