Rating of the best electric toothbrushes for the whole family for 2022

Brushing your teeth is an everyday procedure that is mandatory in almost every family. The habit of using a toothbrush at least 2 times a day, parents should instill 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 become stiffer. In many families, parents choose an electric appliance 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 tooth brushing device whose bristles are driven by a special motor located in the handle. The programmed speed and, not infrequently, the timer contribute to a more effective brushing compared to a traditional device. The most common sources of power are rechargeable batteries or conventional batteries.The brush can be sold separately or together with a set of nozzles.

By the way! The nozzle on the electric brush must be replaced by analogy with a conventional appliance 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. A simple (regular) electric brush - this option is the basic and most budgetary. Such a device, as a rule, has a single cleaning mode - rotational and a very modest configuration, most often limited to one nozzle. It is worth noting that even in this simple version there are differences in the number of rotations of the device 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 plaque control to more technologically advanced brushes, described below.
2. Sound - the difference between this device and the previous one is more 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. Ultrasonic devices are the most technically advanced and most expensive devices that can effectively deal with plaque and tartar without damaging tooth enamel. The device performs cleaning by mechanical and ultrasonic action.
4. Premium brushes. These devices received such a high-profile name due to the most complete set, the presence of the best technical achievements, including the possibility of 3D brushing of teeth: the ability to make movements of various frequencies and directions - pulsation and reciprocating rotation.

Outside the above categories, children's brushes, as well as family sets, can be noted separately.

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

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

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

Comparative characteristics of electric toothbrushes according to the cleaning method.

Type of electric toothbrush	pros	Minuses
Mechanical	Low price	Insufficient cleaning performance
	The brush head can make circular and pulsating (up and down) movements	Risk of gum injury due to inaccurate use
Sound	Sound vibrations that weaken the attachment of microbes to teeth	Lower vibration frequency compared to ultrasonic devices
	Ensuring the dynamic flow of liquid penetrating into hard-to-reach places	Greater price than the mechanical counterpart
	Greater safety in the presence of braces, veneers, fillings, areas of enamel demineralization, in case of gum disease
Ultrasonic	Highest oscillation 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	Democratic price	Less cleaning efficiency
	Easy battery replacement	Few options
	Less device weight	Impossibility to change nozzles
		Periodic battery replacement costs
From battery	Great cleaning power	High price
	Possibility of making pulsating and/or rotational movements	Complete set of the device (brush, adapter and stand), which takes up space
	Many modes and options
	No additional costs Recharging the battery occurs automatically when you place the device in the adapter

The best electric toothbrushes for adults

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

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

Oral-B Vitality Precision Clean

For the price, this is one of the economical variations of the brand. Its average cost is 1490 rubles.

Characteristics:

Kind: simple brush;

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

Operating mode: one, horizontal.

• Reliability in use;
• Good cleaning quality
• No need to change batteries.

• Nozzles are not included, therefore, additional expenses for the replacement of used ones are expected;
• 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 had a significant impact on the price.

The average price of a brush: 11,500 rubles.

Distinctive characteristics:

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

Number of nozzles in the set: 4, including whitening with special polishing inserts;

Power supply: 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 the appropriate mode of operation;
• The presence of a display on which, in addition to information about the battery charge level, there is data on 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 there is excessive pressure on the teeth;
• Rich equipment, in addition to nozzles, it is possible to store them on a stand, a travel case is included.

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Oral-B Professional Care 700

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

Characteristics:

Kind: simple brush;

Power: battery capable of working 45 minutes after a full charge, which takes about 16 hours.

Cleaning mode: 1;

The presence of 3D technology: At maximum speed, the brush is capable of more than 8,000 reciprocating and 20,000 pulsations per minute.

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

• Long charging process;
• No replacement tips.

Oral-B Genius 9000

This model belongs to the number of premium brushes. High technology, exceptional equipment and significant cost - these are the distinguishing 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 and has been developed for Android or iOS smartphones.

Characteristics:

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

Nozzles: 4, including:

• Cross Action - provides full coverage of the tooth due to the location 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 almost 9,000 reciprocating rotations and 40,000 pulsating movements.

Video review of the device:

• Opportunity to bring teeth cleaning to the ideal;
• The selection of a suitable cleaning mode is allowed, which is conveniently configured on the touch display of the handle;
• The presence of a pressure sensor with a more precise setting;
• Diverse nozzles;
• Synchronization with a smartphone;
• Convenient case for storing the brush with the ability to charge the battery;
• Smartphone holder available.

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Philips HX3110/00

The device of the Dutch brand refers to the type of sonic electric brushes. The device is extremely simple, but at the same time effective. The cleaning process is controlled using a 1-minute timer. Production is organized in China, the warranty period is 2 years.

The cost of the kit is approximately 2500 rubles.

Characteristics:

Type: sound;

Power: Rechargeable battery, working after a full charge of almost 30 hours;

Brushing mode: 1, standard daily;

Number of nozzles: 1 oval.

• Good cleaning performance;
• Long period of operation of a charged battery;
• Convenient stand included.

More about the advantages of the model - in the video:

• Lack of interchangeable nozzles in the kit;
• 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 2000 rubles.

Characteristics:

Type: sonic ionic;

Food: from batteries;

Cleaning mode: 1 standard;

Number of nozzles: 1, oblong shape.

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

• Extremely minimalistic design;
• No display;
• Lack of convenient sensors, such as pressure.

Asahi Irica AU300D

Another Japanese electric toothbrush recommended for users with sensitive enamel and bleeding gums. The battery device will cost about 9800 rubles.

Characteristics:

Kind: ultrasonic brush;

Power: built-in battery, 250 mAh, battery life - for a month;

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

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

Full video review of the brush:

• Quality cleaning;
• The possibility of delicate cleaning with a special nozzle and mode;
• gum massage function
• The presence of a stand for brushes and battery charging;
• Convenient mini-case for storage of nozzles.

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

Rating of high-quality children's electric brushes

It is worth noting that children's brushes are inexpensive analogues 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 the enamel and gums; delicate cleaning mode, habituation function. The size and shape of the head matters.

CS Medica CS-562 Junior

The sonic electric toothbrush 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.

Characteristics:

Type: sound;

Food: from batteries;

Number of cleaning modes: 1 standard for children;

Number of nozzles: 2.

• Good cleaning performance;
• Ease of use by a child due to the ergonomics of the device;
• The presence of illumination of the nozzle for greater attractiveness of the process;
• The presence of a timer.

Details about the advantages of the device - in the video:

• Poor equipment, there are only nozzles;
• Non-moisture resistant case;
• Absence of a pressure sensor on the 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 diameter of the nozzle. The bristles are characterized by optimal softness for this age category.

The cost of a children's brush is 1700 rubles.

Characteristics:

Type: simple brush:

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

Cleaning mode: 1.

• Effective for cleaning children's teeth;
• Attractive Star Wars style design enhances application interest;
• Case waterproof;
• Ergonomic, comfortable rubberized handle;
• Safe to use thanks to optimally 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 specifically for children. In addition to the device itself, the kit includes interchangeable stickers for the handle and an additional nozzle.

Distinctive characteristics:

Type: sound;

Food: from the accumulator;

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

Number of nozzles: 2.

Among the functional features of the brush, a timer and a useful function of getting used to the brush can be noted. The device can be synchronized with smartphones, for this there is Bluetooth. Storage, as well as charging the device, is done on a stand.

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

• The shape of the nozzle is classic, oval;
• habituation function;
• Timer to control the process;
• Attractive design and interchangeable stickers included;
• Additional nozzle 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 external simplicity and austerity, the device has received only positive feedback from parents who have purchased the device for their children.

Characteristics:

Type: sound;

Food: autonomy is provided by one finger battery;

Number of cleaning modes: 1-standard;

Number of nozzles: 1.

The popularity of brush models is influenced not only by the functionality, but also by how complete the product is at the time of purchase. So complete with Hapica Baby comes one battery, inserting which you can use the brush for 3 months without any problems, and a set of children's stickers.

Brush design - in the video:

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

• The changer 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 brushing results, there is a 2-minute timer that also marks every half minute to change the brushing area, a pressure sensor and a battery charge indicator.
2. Oral-B Kids Mickey Mouse seems pretty simple next to an adult brush, there are no displays, sensors, or even a timer with the usual sound signal. The main advantage of the brush, in addition to a special children's nozzle, is a musical timer with 16 melodies.The selected music plays for exactly two minutes, encouraging the interest of the restless child to brush their teeth for the allotted time.

The cost of a practical set is 5200 rubles.

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 brush;
• Application of 3D technology in an adult device.

• Brushes can be used by one child or parent, as there are no interchangeable heads for other family members and storage functionality in the kit.

General tips for choosing a brush

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

1. Pay attention to the brand. The products of market leaders are more expensive than the main ones, but they guarantee safe and effective brushing of teeth. 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 additional useful features often affect the price: a display, a charging indicator or a 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 firmness. Soft bristles are suitable for owners of sensitive enamel, hard bristles 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, not slip.
4. Nozzle head.Here it is worth paying attention to its shape, round is the best option, and the height of the bristles, they must be multi-level, 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 neck of the tooth.

Knowing the general selection criteria and choosing the right model for an electric toothbrush contributes to high-quality brushing and oral hygiene.

It should be noted that not too wide 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 equally suitable for everyone. From what worries a person more - the resulting plaque or bleeding, or maybe the need for a whitening regimen, the description that suits your brush is built.