Ranking of the best electric toothbrushes for the whole family for 2020

Brushing your teeth is a daily routine that is mandatory in almost every family. Parents should instill the habit of using a toothbrush at least 2 times a day in their children from the moment the first teeth appear. And if the first brush is a simple silicone fingertip, then as the child grows, the device becomes larger and the bristles are stiffer. In many families, parents choose an electric device for themselves and their grown children instead of the usual brushes. What is it, how to use it and which electric brushes are rightfully called the best, let's try to figure it out.

An electric toothbrush is a toothbrush device whose bristles are driven by a special motor located in the handle. The programmed speed and, quite often, the timer contribute to more efficient cleaning in comparison with a traditional device. Power sources are usually rechargeable batteries or conventional batteries. The brush can be sold separately or with a set of attachments.

By the way! The nozzle on the electric brush must be replaced by analogy with a conventional device at least every three months.

Types of electric toothbrushes

When thinking about how to choose an electric brush, you first need to determine the type of device you need.

1. Simple (ordinary) electric brush - this option is the basic and most budgetary one. Such a device, as a rule, has a single cleaning mode - rotational and a very modest configuration, most often limited to one nozzle. It should be noted that even in this simple version there are differences in the number of device rotations per minute. The higher this indicator, the more effective the cleaning and, as a rule, the more impressive the price. However, despite the difference in the cost of simple brushes, even the most expensive of them will be inferior in terms of the fight against plaque to more technological brushes, described below.
2. Sound - the difference between this device and the previous one in a greater number of rotational movements and the presence of sound waves that can penetrate deep into the gums and interdental spaces. This fact is a guarantee of thorough cleaning of hard-to-reach areas of the teeth.
3. Ultrasound - the most technically advanced and most expensive devices that can effectively fight plaque and tartar without damaging the tooth enamel. The device carries out cleaning by mechanical and ultrasonic action.
4. Premium brushes.Such a loud name was given to such devices due to the most complete set, the presence of the best technical achievements, including the possibility of 3D-cleaning of teeth: the ability to perform movements of various frequencies and directions - pulsation and reciprocating.

Outside of the above categories, baby brushes and family sets can be noted separately.

The former are distinguished by softer bristles, striking design and acceptable weight for a child's pen.

A characteristic feature of family sets is a single design, which provokes an increased interest of children copying the behavior of adults, as well as the purchase of a detailed set is an opportunity to save money on the purchase of similar devices sold individually.

More about the criteria for choosing a brush - in the video:

Comparative characteristics of electric toothbrushes by the method of cleaning.

Electric Toothbrush Type	pros	Minuses
Mechanical	Low price	Insufficient efficiency of teeth cleaning
	The brush head can perform circular and pulsating (up and down) movements	Risk of damage to the gums due to careless use
Sound	Sound vibrations that weaken the attachment of microbes to teeth	Lower vibration frequency compared to ultrasonic devices
	Providing dynamic flow of liquid penetrating into hard-to-reach places	Higher price than a mechanical counterpart
	Greater safety in the presence of braces, veneers, fillings, areas of enamel demineralization, in case of gum disease
Ultrasonic	Highest vibration frequency	High price
	Ultrasound effectively destroys pigment plaque
	Helps to reduce the number of bacteria in places inaccessible even to the irrigator

Battery or rechargeable toothbrush operation: which is better?

Power type	pros	Minuses
From batteries	Affordable price	Less cleaning efficiency
	Easy to replace batteries	Few options
	Less device weight	Impossibility to change attachments
		Recurring battery replacement costs
From battery	Great cleaning ability	High price
	Possibility of performing pulsating and / or rotational movements	The complete set of the device (brush, adapter and stand), which takes up space
	Many modes and options
	Does not require additional costs, the battery is recharged automatically when the device is placed in the adapter

Best electric brushes for adults

The undisputed leader of the electric cleaning market is the Oral-B company, a wide range of models and decent quality of goods are the reason that the bulk of the brushes presented are gadgets of this brand.

Other top brands are Philips, Asahi, CS Medica, Hapica, Acleon.

Oral-B Vitality Precision Clean

For the price, this is one of the economical brand variations. Its average cost is 1,490 rubles.

Specifications:

Type: simple brush;

Power supply: battery capable of working 20 minutes or 10 cleanings without additional charging;

Working mode: one, horizontal.

• Reliability in use;
• Decent cleaning quality;
• No need to replace batteries.

• Nozzles are not included, therefore additional expenses are assumed to replace the used ones;
• Long battery charging time.

Oral-B Professional Care 5000 D-34

This brush is also a rechargeable device. However, it differs from the previous model by a number of technical "bells and whistles" that have had a noticeable impact on the price.

Average brush price: 11,500 rubles.

Distinctive characteristics:

Number of cleaning modes: 5, including massage, whitening or gentle cleaning;

Number of attachments included: 4, including whitening with special polishing inserts;

Power: battery, battery life - 40 minutes, recharging takes 10-12 hours.

• The ability to use the brush with the whole family, simply by installing individual nozzles;
• The reality of choosing a suitable operating mode;
• The presence of a display on which, in addition to information about the battery charge level, there is data about the cleaning time, the need to change the nozzle, etc.;
• The ability to control the level of pressure using a sensor that emits a signal when excessive pressure on the teeth;
• A rich set, in addition to the attachments, they can be stored on a stand, a travel case is attached.

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Oral-B Professional Care 700

This model is in the middle price category of the brand's products. The average cost of a brush is 3100 rubles. Formally, the device belongs to the line of conventional brushes, but there are characteristics that distinguish it from this series.

Specifications:

Type: simple brush;

Power: battery capable of working 45 minutes after fully charged, which takes about 16 hours.

Cleaning mode: 1;

Availability of 3D technology: At maximum speed, the brush is capable of over 8000 reciprocating and 20,000 pulsations per minute.

• Effective cleaning mode thanks to round nozzle head and 3D technology;
• Ergonomic design, including a comfortable rubberized handle;
• Brush body waterproof;
• The presence of a vibration signal every 30 seconds informing about the need to change the cleaning area;
• Includes storage case.

• Long charging process;
• Lack of replaceable attachments.

Oral-B Genius 9000

This model is one of the premium brushes. High technologies, exceptional equipment and significant cost - these are the distinctive features of the device.

For 23,000 rubles, the user gets not only the opportunity to effectively clean the oral cavity, but also control and regulate the process through a special mobile application with which the brush is synchronized. The Oral-B App is free, versions for smartphones based on Android or iOS have been developed.

Specifications:

Power supply: battery, full charging time - 8 hours, uninterrupted operation time - about an hour;

Nozzles: 4, including:

• Cross Action - provides full coverage of the tooth due to the arrangement of the bristles at an angle of 16 degrees to each other;
• Sensitive - suitable for situations requiring delicate cleaning;
• 3D White - whitening nozzle, the effect is achieved thanks to a special pillow in the center of the head;
• Floss Action - the purpose of the nozzle is to remove interdental plaque;

Cleaning modes: 6, including everyday, gentle, delicate for tooth enamel with increased sensitivity, whitening, professional-level cleaning and for the tongue;

3D technology: the brush is capable of nearly 9000 reciprocating and 40 thousand pulsating movements.

Video review of the device:

• The ability to bring your teeth cleaning to perfection;
• Selection of a suitable cleaning mode is allowed, which is conveniently adjusted on the touch display of the handle;
• The presence of a pressure sensor with a more accurate setting;
• Versatile attachments;
• Synchronization with a smartphone;
• Convenient case for storing the brush with the ability to charge the battery;
• The presence of a holder for a smartphone.

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Philips HX3110 / 00

The device of the Dutch brand belongs to the type of sonic electric brushes. The device is extremely simple, but effective. The cleaning process is monitored using a 1-minute timer. The production is organized in China, the warranty period is 2 years.

The cost of the kit is about 2500 rubles.

Specifications:

Type: sound;

Power: Battery that works after a full charge for almost 30 hours;

Cleaning mode: 1, standard everyday;

Number of nozzles: 1 oval.

• Good cleaning performance;
• Long period of work of a charged battery;
• The presence of a convenient stand included.

Read more about the advantages of the model in the video:

• Lack of replaceable attachments included;
• No case.

Hapica Minus ion case

The electronic brush of the Japanese brand, unlike those previously described in the list, runs on batteries.The manufacturer does not rely on the manufacturability of the design. The main emphasis is on the quality of cleaning. The uniqueness of the brush is that cleaning with it does not involve the use of toothpaste.

The price does not exceed 2,000 rubles.

Specifications:

Type: sound ionic;

Power supply: from batteries;

Cleaning mode: 1 standard;

Number of attachments: 1, oblong.

• High-quality cleaning due to ionization;
• No toothpaste required;
• Includes a travel case.

• Extremely minimalist design;
• Lack of display;
• Lack of convenient sensors, such as pressure.

Asahi Irica AU300D

Another Japanese electric brush recommended for users with sensitive enamel and bleeding gums. A rechargeable device will cost about 9800 rubles.

Specifications:

Type: ultrasonic brush;

Power supply: built-in battery, 250 mAh, autonomy - within a month;

Number of operating modes: 2, ultrasound and vibration, ultrasound only.

Number of attachments: 3, with medium-soft and soft bristles and massage function.

Full video review of the brush:

• High-quality cleaning;
• The possibility of delicate cleaning with a special nozzle and mode;
• Gum massage function;
• The presence of a stand for the brush and battery charging;
• Convenient mini-case for storing attachments.

• Non-removable battery, if it fails, the device must be replaced;
• No storage case.

Rating of high-quality children's electric brushes

It should be noted that children's brushes are inexpensive analogs of the corresponding adult models, which have more modest functionality, as well as several fundamentally important parameters. Among them: soft bristles that do not damage enamel and gums; delicate cleaning mode, addictive function. What matters is the size and shape of the head.

CS Medica CS-562 Junior

The sonic electric brush is designed for children over the age of 5 years. To control the duration, a timer is set here. The handle of the device is rubberized and is ideal for a child's hand.

How much does the device cost - about 900 rubles.

Specifications:

Type: sound;

Power supply: from batteries;

Number of cleaning modes: 1 standard for children;

Number of attachments: 2.

• Good cleaning performance;
• Ease of use by a child due to the ergonomics of the device;
• Illumination of the nozzle for a more attractive process;
• Presence of a timer.

More details about the advantages of the device - in the video:

• Scarce complete set, there are only nozzles;
• Non-moisture resistant body;
• Lack of pressure sensor on teeth.

Oral-B Kids Vitality Starwars

This brush is intended for children aged 3 to 7 years. The children's version differs from the adult model in its bright design, ergonomics, adjusted to the child's handle, reduced weight and nozzle diameter. The bristles are soft for this age category.

The cost of a baby brush is 1,700 rubles.

Specifications:

Type: Simple Brush:

Power: Rechargeable battery capable of working 20 minutes after a full charge;

Cleaning mode: 1.

• Effective for cleaning children's teeth;
• Attractive Star Wars design enhances application interest;
• Water resistance of the case;
• Ergonomic, comfortable rubberized handle;
• Safe to use thanks to the optimal soft bristles.

• The absence of a pressure sensor, which would be convenient in order to control the safety of the enamel.

Philips Sonicare For Kids HX6322 / 04

The bright design of the device leaves no doubt that the brush was created especially for children. In addition to the device itself, the kit includes replaceable stickers on the handle and an additional attachment.

Distinctive characteristics:

Type: sound;

Power supply: battery;

Number of cleaning modes: 2 - standard for children and delicate cleaning

Number of attachments: 2.

The functional features of the brush include a timer and a useful function of getting used to the brush. The device can be synchronized with smartphones, for this there is Bluetooth. Storage, like charging the device, is done on the cradle.

A functional brush will cost 3,500 rubles.
Practical brush testing - in the video:

• The shape of the nozzle is classic, oval;
• Addictive function;
• Timer to control the process;
• Attractive design and removable stickers included;
• Additional attachment included.

• Cannot be used as a baby's first brush.

Hapica baby

The very name of this brush suggests that it can be used even by the smallest children, its purpose is to protect and care for the teeth of children aged 1 to 6 years. Despite its outward simplicity and asceticism, the device has received only positive reviews from parents who purchased the device for their children.

Specifications:

Type: sound;

Power supply: autonomy is provided by one finger-type battery;

Number of cleaning modes: 1-standard;

Number of attachments: 1.

The popularity of brush models is influenced not only by functionality, but also by the extent to which the product is equipped at the time of purchase. So, the set with Hapica Baby comes with one battery, by inserting which you can easily operate the brush for 3 months, and a set of baby stickers.

The design of the brush - in the video:

• Elongated, classic shape of the nozzle;
• Simple yet robust construction;
• Ergonomic handle;
• Possibility to decorate the handle with stickers.

• The change attachment will have to be purchased separately.

Family sets

Oral-B PC 500 + Mickey Kids

One of the brand's family kits includes two toothbrushes for a child and an adult.

1. Oral-B Professional Care 500 is a 3D parenting device that allows you to achieve excellent cleaning results, there is a 2-minute timer, which also marks every half-minute to change the brushing area, a pressure sensor and a battery indicator.
2. Oral-B Kids Mickey Mouse seems pretty simple next to an adult brush, there are no displays, sensors and even a timer with the usual beep. The main advantage of the brush, in addition to a special children's attachment, is a musical timer with 16 melodies. The selected music is played for exactly two minutes, encouraging the restless child's interest in brushing his teeth for the allotted time.

The cost of a practical set is 5200 rubles.

An overview of the set - in the video:

• Effective cleaning parameters;
• The presence of round nozzles with suitable levels of hardness for different age categories (children / adults);
• The presence of a musical timer on the baby's brush;
• Application of 3D technology in an adult device.

• The brushes can be used by one child or a parent, since the kit does not include replaceable attachments for other family members and the functionality of their storage.

General tips for choosing a brush

Knowing the basic characteristics of a device is one of the crucial aspects of making a purchasing decision. However, whichever model is chosen, it is worth considering a number of useful tips:

1. Pay attention to the brand. The products of the market leaders are more expensive than the main ones, but they are the ones that guarantee safe and effective teeth cleaning. But the main thing here is to observe the measure. Often people make mistakes when choosing a brush, guided by a single principle: the more expensive, the better. To some extent, this is true, but the price is often influenced by additional useful functions: display, charging indicator or wear sensor, and others. The willingness to give up additional convenience in favor of the quality of cleaning makes it possible to choose a high-quality budget brush.
2. Choose the right stiffness. Soft bristles are suitable for owners of sensitive enamel, hard ones are not suitable for everyday cleaning. Medium is the best option for daily procedures.
3. Ergonomics. The brush should lie comfortably in the hand, be light enough and not slip out.
4. Nozzle head.Here you should pay attention to its shape, round is the best option, and the height of the bristles, they should be multilevel, which guarantees high-quality cleaning of the farthest teeth.

Before buying a brush for yourself or your child, you should consult a dentist and exclude the presence of contraindications, which include:

• Inflammatory processes in the oral cavity;
• Fragility of tooth enamel;
• The presence of white spots on the surface of the teeth;
• Diagnosis of wedge-shaped defects on the tooth neck.

Knowledge of the general selection criteria and selection of the correct model with an electric toothbrush contributes to high-quality dental cleaning and oral hygiene.

It should be noted that not too wide a choice of manufacturers greatly simplifies the question of which company is better to buy a toothbrush. It is worth remembering that the best brushes may not be the same for everyone. From what worries a person more - the emerging plaque or bleeding, or maybe the need for a whitening regime, the description is built for which your brush is suitable.