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14 of the Best Electric Toothbrushes to Keep Your Teeth Healthy and Sparkling

Electric toothbrushes can help thoroughly clean your teeth by removing plaque and food particles, keep your breath fresh and prevent cavities and gum disease.

Electric models can improve your brushing by helping you scrub evenly, reach tricky spots and maintain consistent motion, says Dr.

Jennifer Silver, a dentist in Calgary, Alberta.

We tested 23 electric toothbrushes to find the best ones worth owning.

These 14 toothbrushes were our favorites based on features, cost, convenience and whether they have the American Dental Association Seal of Acceptance.

What is the best electric toothbrush overall?

After testing 23 different models, our top electric toothbrush is the Oral-B Pro 1000.

It's cost-effective, ADA-accepted, has a pressure sensor and alerts you on brush time.

Best electric toothbrush of 2026

Oral-B Pro 1000

The Oral-B Pro 1000 electric toothbrush is a powerful and functional product with a lower price tag that really stands out.

It has one daily cleaning mode and a 2-minute timer that signals you to move mouth quadrants every 30 seconds.

I tested the Oral-B Pro 1000 for a week, and it was my favorite product due to its simplicity and impressive cleaning abilities.

I hardly had to scrub or brush my teeth on my own; the fast-spinning bristles did most of the work for me.

It easily glided across my teeth.

The smaller brush head also helped me to get to those hard-to-reach places.

On top of that, the Oral-B Pro 1000 is ADA-accepted.

Best high-end electric toothbrush

Philips Sonicare 9900 Prestige

The Philips Sonicare 9900 Prestige is a lifesaver if you have sensitive gums like me.

I sometimes brush too hard, and the Philips Sonicare buzzes and lights up when I press down too hard with the toothbrush, serving as a gentle reminder to lighten the pressure.

The brush also automatically adjusts intensity if you're pushing too hard.

The Philips Sonicare 9900 Prestige has three intensity modes and an app that shows your coverage.

Similar to the app for the Oral-B iO Series, the display on your phone shows a 3D scan of your mouth and highlights areas you may be missing.

The Sonicare app also guides you while brushing, and keeps track of your data, how much you're scrubbing (a big no-no with electric toothbrushes) and the pressure you're applying.

Another great feature of this brush is the reminders.

If you have trouble remembering when to replace your brush heads, Philips' BrushSync technology will notify you when you've been using your brush head for the recommended time.

A light on the handle will blink, and the Sonic toothbrush will beep, letting you know it's time to order a new one.

Best sustainable electric toothbrush

Suri 2.0 Electric Toothbrush

The Suri electric toothbrush redefines sustainable oral care by offering a product that prioritizes performance and environmental responsibility.

The Suri toothbrush is crafted with a lightweight aluminum body that can be easily repaired, refurbished or recycled.

Its replaceable and fully recyclable brush heads help reduce waste (replacement heads come with a free prepaid mailer bag made from compostable material, so you can send back the used brush head to be recycled).

The brush also has 30-second timers to let you know when it's time to move to another section of your mouth, and automatically turns off after two minutes.

The battery also lasts a bit longer than other electric toothbrushes I've tested (lasts up to 30 days).

It's also pretty quiet at just 54dB.

Although the previous version and the 2.0 look pretty similar, there are a few upgrades that have been made to the most recent model.

Noticeably, the Suri 2.0 has wireless induction charging, a pressure sensor, a new motor for better intensity and a newly designed travel case.

Best affordable electric toothbrush

Philips One Rechargeable by Sonicare

I found the Philips One Rechargeable to be one of the gentlest of the brushes on this list, yet I still felt like my teeth were thoroughly cleaned with each use.

I liked how small and lightweight it was.

The brush head is slimmer than the Philips Sonicare brush but still similar to a manual toothbrush.

The bristles are soft and flexible and the handle is small and light, the perfect fit for the palm of your hand.

It only has one cleaning mode and a two-minute timer that turns off the brush once you reach that mark.

The case it comes with is also one of the best parts of this brush.

To store it, just flip the brush with its head down and pop into the case.

The top flap closes and it is ready to go.

I traveled with this brush on more than one occasion, and I specifically chose this brush to go with me due to its sleek design, quiet motor and the ease of slipping it into my bag.

Best electric toothbrush for infants

Pure Enrichment PureBaby Infant-to-Toddler Electric Toothbrush

I’d been searching for a toothbrush for my 1.5-year-old, but I had no luck with traditional brushes.

He loves the Pure Enrichment PureBaby Infant-to-Toddler Electric Toothbrush.

This toothbrush has improved my ability to brush my son’s teeth and keep him entertained while doing so.

He’s also attempted to brush his own teeth because he finds the vibration and the light that shines from it to be fun.

The helpful part is that this brush is designed to fit comfortably in a toddler’s hand.

This brush comes with two brush heads, which are intended to be used as babies transition to toddlers.

The silicone brush head is ideal for babies six months to a year, and it was the first attachment I tried with my son.

The bristle brush head is intended for toddlers ages one to three, and the bristles are soft enough that they don’t hurt my son’s gums.

I like how this brush has various speed options, and when he gets older and starts brushing independently, it has a two-minute timer.

The PureBaby brush is also easy to recharge, but it can last a while before it needs a charge.

I’ve only charged it once since I received it, and it’s been over a month.

Best electric toothbrush for kids

Oral-B Kid's Color Changing Electric Toothbrush

The Oral-B Kid's Color Changing Electric Toothbrush is my pick for the best electric toothbrush for kids.

The handle feels small in my adult palm, so it's a good fit for little hands.

The toothbrush has one gentle mode, comes in two colors and each box is equipped with stickers to decorate the waterproof handle.

The soft, round brush head oscillates back and forth to clean the teeth, and the brush itself is a lot smaller than the usual Oral-B brush head.

The two-minute coaching timer helps kids learn how long to brush their teeth.

Also, the bristles of the brush head change from blue to white when it's time to replace the brush head.

Best smart electric toothbrush

Oral-B iO Series 5

This Oral-B electric toothbrush is similar to other Oral-B brushes, except the bristles on this brush feel softer than the Oral-B Pro 1000.

That's a big bonus for anyone with sensitive gums, as is the real-time coaching that tells you if you're brushing too hard.

The Oral-B iO also has a quieter motor compared to the Pro 1000.

The display offers an impressive amount of information.

Based on the lit-up icon, you can easily tell what mode you're brushing in.

The iO has five brush modes, whereas most electric toothbrushes seem to have three or four.

You can choose from daily clean, intense clean, whitening, sensitive and super sensitive.

The Oral-B iO Series is also ADA-accepted.

Quietest electric toothbrush

Philips Sonicare 4100

This Philips Sonicare brush is tiny but mighty.

It is slimmer than the other Sonicare brushes on this list, and the handle is smooth and fits in the hand well.

While this model doesn’t come with a traveling case, a stand or an interactive smart app, it does offer one of the quietest brushing experiences on this list.

The Oral-B units can be a bit loud, but this Sonicare’s vibration is hushed, especially on the first cleaning mode.

While it may be quiet and missing extra smart features, the brush still packs a powerful cleaning punch.

It cleans just as well as the brand’s high-end products.

If you are interested in a traditional Philips Sonicare brush but don’t want to pay a hefty price tag, I recommend this model.

Best electric toothbrush with integrated smart coach

Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart 9300

Brushing my teeth with this smart toothbrush has become one of my favorite parts of my morning routine.

The app syncs with the toothbrush in real time and corrects my techniques if I brush too hard or skip any areas.

I also appreciate the sleek, minimalistic design and the glass charger cup, which goes well with any bathroom decor.

If you like tracking your wellness habits, this toothbrush is for you, as you can see and track your progress in the app.

The Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart 9300 is a step down in price from our pick for the best high-end electric toothbrush.

If you are interested in the Philips Sonicare 9900 Prestige, this might be a good alternative since both brushes come with smart sensors, many modes and Bluetooth capabilities to connect to a smart interactive app on your phone.

Best travel electric toothbrush

Quip Ultra Lite Sonic Electric Toothbrush

The Quip Ultra Lite stands out in terms of design -- the look, feel, and technology are among the best we've tested.

It is made almost entirely of silicone and comes in four different colors.

It stands out for its touch bar, which controls speed -- it has 3 different intensities.

The Quip Ultra Lite doesn’t have replaceable brush heads; it uses brush pods.

The brush's neck stays intact, and only the bristles pop in and out.

This way, there is less gunk hiding in your brush's little crevices.

I did have to watch a video on how to remove the brush pod (push it up until it clicks, then turn it 90 degrees to pull it out), but then I was able to test changing the head.

This is a very straightforward toothbrush with only one button and a touch bar.

The travel case is just as sleek and small as the brush; it easily fits inside a suitcase, purse or backpack.

I’ve traveled with this brush, and it is very convenient when my bags are overflowing with too much stuff.

Best dentist-developed electric toothbrush

Made by Dentists PRO-X Sonic Toothbrush

This electric toothbrush was developed by practicing dentists and delivers up to 48,000 vibrations per minute.

And I certainly felt my teeth much cleaner after using this toothbrush.

The head is also smaller than traditional toothbrushes, which makes it ideal for getting to those tough to reach places, especially in the back of the wisdom teeth.

It offers three speed settings and a built-in smart timer to guide you through two minutes of brush time with 30-second intervals pulses to indicate when you can move on to the next section of your mouth.

The value of this toothbrush is unbeatable -- the kit comes with the toothbrush a travel case, three replacement heads and a charging stand.

For a toothbrush that delivers this much, it punches well above its price.

Best Amazon electric toothbrush

AquaSonic Black Series

The AquaSonic Black Series electric toothbrush is similar to popular, high-end brands.

Specifically, I think it’s a Phillips Sonicare dupe.

Both brush heads are very similar and clean about the same; I even found that an AquaSonic head fit on a Phillips brush.

While this brush is around the same price as the Phillips Sonicare 4100, you get a bit more bang for your buck.

One, you get about eight replacement brush heads.

That’s the most I’ve ever seen with any toothbrush I have ever tested.

If you replace one every three to four months, that would last you almost two and a half years.

The AquaSonic also has four different cleaning modes, while the Phillips only has two.

Additionally, this Black Series comes with a travel case, although it’s made of thin plastic.

There are quite a few lesser-known electric toothbrush brands on Amazon, although this has the be the best.

The best part is that it has the ADA seal of acceptance -- something even a Phillips brush lacks.

If you like the look and feel of a Sonicare brush and want better value out of your purchase, including spending less on replacement heads, the AquaSonic Black Series is for you.

Best electric toothbrushes compared

Other electric toothbrushes tested

The electric toothbrushes in this section weren't my favorites, but they have some qualities worth mentioning.

One of these might be the right choice for you, so we felt it was worthwhile to include them.

Oral-B iO2

Since I love the new Oral-B iO2 electric toothbrush so much (it's been my main toothbrush for over two years now), I was sent the new Oral-B iO2 electric toothbrush to test.

It has the same brushing power and feel as the Series 5.

It has three cleaning modes, a pressure sensor and a two-minute timer.

My main concern, however, is that you can't see the pressure light when you're brushing; you can't even see it if you're looking in the mirror.

Unless you have the front of the toothbrush flipped, you can't see the green or red light on the power button telling you if you're brushing just right or too hard.

I had to brush my teeth completely in the dark in order to watch the LED light change.

But if this isn't a drawback for you, the price is much nicer than the Series 5.

Oclean X Ultra S

When I first started testing this brush, I skipped over the instructions (which I don't recommend).

I must have pressed too hard while brushing because I suddenly heard a child's voice come out of the device.

To say it startled me would be an understatement.

If I had read the instructions, I would have known that the Oclean X Ultra toothbrush has a pressure sensor that alerts you when you're pushing down on the device too hard.

An AI child-like voice really does speak to you, but it's muffled, and you can't hear what "the brush" says.

It also has an LED screen that shows you which quadrant of your mouth needs more attention or doesn't get as clean as other areas.

However, I tested just brushing one side of my mouth, and the screen told me that I cleaned that area well, as well as another section of my teeth that I didn't touch.

It's easy to see why the Oral-B iO Series 5 beats the Oclean X Ultra as the best smart electric toothbrush.

Quip Electric Toothbrush

The Quip brush head is very close to the size of a manual toothbrush head.

The Quip is simple in every aspect: It has one speed and a two-minute timer that buzzes every 30 seconds and turns off once the time is up.

That's it.

There's no app, charger or wires.

This electric toothbrush is powered by an AAA battery located in the handle and the charge lasts three months.

I gave the Hum by Colgate the "best battery-powered electric toothbrush" title and not the Quip because I didn't like the brush head of the toothbrush.

Yes, it's similar to a manual toothbrush but I found it hard to use to reach around my mouth.

I also noticed that Quip's motor isn't very powerful compared with models from Sonicare or Oral-B.

To me, it felt just like a manual cleaning.

I didn't like that, but others may not mind.

If you're looking for a smart electric toothbrush without Bluetooth or an app, the Quip may be the one.

Oral-B Pro 500 Precision Clean

My experience with the Oral-B Pro 500 Precision Clean brush compared with some others in the same price range.

It has one cleaning mode and the brush head oscillates and rotates on a two-minute timer.

The brush alerts you when you're finished, too.

This simple Oral-B brush is basic and doesn't have any special technology or paired apps.

Out of all the Oral-B brushes I tested with rotating spin heads, I liked this one the least.

It wasn't as powerful as the others and after a few uses, I found myself wondering if I needed a new brush head.

I think this brush is perfect for someone testing out an electric toothbrush for the first time.

It is simple and very reasonably priced.

I would personally choose the Oral-B Pro 1000, but this Pro 500 is a good budget option.

Feno Smartbrush

The Y-Brush turned heads and piqued interest at CES in 2017 and has come back to CES year after year.

The unusual, Y-shaped brush claims to clean all your teeth in just 10 seconds.

After applying toothpaste directly to the brush, the entire Y-Brush goes into your mouth.

You then must bite down and press the button to activate the gentle vibrations.

After five seconds, you can move to your lower set of teeth.

I not only found that the Y-Brush didn't clean my teeth but that the vibrations hurt my head.

It was an uncomfortable experience that simply left my teeth coated in toothpaste.

But the concept of this brush is fun and interesting, and it might be for you if you're tired of ordinary electric toothbrushes.

I gave the Hum by Colgate the "best battery-powered electric toothbrush" title and not the Quip because I didn't like the brush head of the toothbrush.

Yes, it's similar to a manual toothbrush but I found it hard to use to reach around my mouth.

I also noticed that Quip's motor isn't very powerful compared with models from Sonicare or Oral-B.

To me, it felt just like a manual cleaning.

I didn't like that, but others may not mind.

If you're looking for a smart electric toothbrush without Bluetooth or an app, the Quip may be the one.

Electric toothbrush vs. manual

The ADA also says that both electric and manual toothbrushes effectively remove plaque, but there are key differences.

Electric toothbrush

Pros:

The elderly, children, or people with dexterity impairments or disabilities may find it easier to use

Can be better at hitting hard-to-reach spots

Built-in pressure sensors alert you when you're brushing too hard

Cons:

More expensive

Require batteries or charging

Manual toothbrush

Relatively cost-effective

Very easy to find

You can brush too hard, damaging your teeth's enamel

Easy to miss spots in your mouth

You can brush for less than two minutes if not paying attention

Both electric and manual toothbrushes help you clean your teeth, avoid gingivitis and improve gum health.

Regardless of which brush you choose, don't forget to floss before brushing your teeth.

"If you are unsure about the best option for your at-home oral health routine, consider consulting your dentist for advice," says Dr.

Yazdani.

Care and maintenance of electric toothbrushes

Caring for an electric toothbrush is different from caring for a manual one.

Although both brushes require you to rinse off the head after each use, the head of electric toothbrushes should be detached and cleaned separately.

Wipe it down and then wipe off the handle.

Put the head back on the body of the brush and let it dry.

Also, store your electric toothbrush standing up straight so it can dry between uses.

Periodontist Scott H.

Froum says, "storage of the device in a non-wet or humid environment is important."

A bathroom cabinet is a good place.

Dr.

Silver also reminds patients, "Periodically, the toothbrush handle should be cleaned."

One should be careful: "Avoid exposing or submerging the [entire] toothbrush [handle] in water, as it can damage the internal components," she adds.

Lastly, and most importantly, replace your electric brush head every three months.

Replace it earlier if the bristles are fading or fraying.