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Every electric toothbrush will clean your teeth, but some come with extra features and accessories that can bump up the price.
Find out about the best electric toothbrush features and whether they're worth paying more for. Our round-up of some of the best electric toothbrushes to pass our tough tests will help you make the most of your budget.
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Dates tested: We changed the way we test and evaluate toothbrushes in May 2024, adding a new assessment of battery, which means models tested and reviewed before May 2024 are not directly comparable. Page last checked: August 2024. We're not able to show every retailer, and cheaper prices may be available.
All the electric toothbrushes we tested are listed in alphabetical order below.
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Most recently tested May 2024
Type Circular oscillation
Battery charge time 10 hours
Need to know Two minute timer, interval timer, pressure sensor, battery level indicator, travel case
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Most recently tested May 2024
Type Circular oscillation
Battery charge time Thee hours
Need to know Two minute timer, interval timer, pressure sensor, battery level indicator, travel case
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Most recently tested May 2024
Type Circular oscillation
Battery charge time Two hours and 52 minutes
Need to know Two-minute timer, interval timer, pressure sensor, battery level indicator, travel case, Ultimate Clean brush head, a magnetic charging stand, a brush head refill holder
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Most recently tested May 2024
Type Circular oscillation
Battery charge time Just under 14 hours
Need to know Two-minute timer, interval timer, pressure sensor, battery level indicator, an interactive smart charging base
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Most recently tested May 2024
Type Circular oscillation
Battery charge time Two and a half hours
Need to know Two-minute timer, interval timer, battery level indicator, pressure sensor
Available from Amazon.
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Most recently tested May 2024
Type Rotating
Battery charge time 16 hours
Need to know Two-minute timer
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Most recently tested May 2024
Type Oscillating-rotating
Battery charge time 16 hours
Need to know Two-minute timer, interval timer
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Most recently tested May 2024
Type Oscillating to the right and left
Battery charge time Five hours
Need to know Two-minute timer, interval timer, battery level indicator
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Most recently tested May 2024
Type Oscillating to the right and left
Battery charge time 20 hours
Need to know Two-minute timer, interval timer, battery level indicator
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Most recently tested May 2024
Type Oscillating to the right and left
Battery charge time 20 hours
Need to know Two-minute timer, interval timer, battery level indicator
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Most recently tested May 2024
Type Oscillating to the right and left
Battery charge time 21 hours
Need to know Two-minute timer, interval timer, battery level indicator, pressure sensor, travel case
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Most recently tested May 2024
Type Oscillating to the right and left
Battery charge time 8 hours
Need to know Two-minute timer, interval timer, battery level indicator, pressure sensor, travel case
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Most recently tested May 2024
Type Oscillating to the right and left
Battery charge time 24 hours
Need to know Two-minute timer, interval timer, battery level indicator, pressure sensor
Available from Superdrug.
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Most recently tested May 2024
Type Roatating
Battery charge time 14 hours
Need to know Two-minute timer
We rigorously test each electric toothbrush in our lab by assessing key aspects such as plaque removal and battery life. Each model is also tested by our panel of trialists who rate how comfortable and convenient it is to use.
We regularly revisit the electric toothbrushes on sale to see if there are any more popular models that need testing.
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The NHS advises brushing twice a day for a minimum of two minutes each time, and changing your manual toothbrush (or toothbrush head if it’s an electric toothbrush) every three months, where possible.
Studies show toothbrushes are far less effective at removing plaque after the initial three months of use, as the bristles become worn. Dentists also say it’s important to change your toothbrush following illnesses such as mouth infections.
Given that many toothbrushes and toothbrush heads end up in landfill, you may feel reluctant to replace them as regularly as this. We have investigated eco-friendly products to replace your plastic toothbrush, including an electric toothbrush made of aluminium and corn starch, as well as manual toothbrushes made from natural materials.
And bear in mind that if you have an electric toothbrush, it’s likely you will be able to keep it - as opposed to the toothbrush heads - for several years. When it does stop working, you may be able to dispose of it via a kerbside recycling collection or you can take it to a recycling centre. Companies such as Colgate and Philips also operate recycling programmes.