If you’re serious about staying on top of your dental hygiene, the conversation starts and ends with buying an electric toothbrush. As handy as manual brushes can be when you’re travelling or as a backup, they simply can’t compete with electric brushes when it comes to fighting plaque and staining. As great as electric toothbrushes are, if you’ve already taken a gander at the numerous options available online or at your local pharmacy then you may have found it all a bit overwhelming. Thankfully, that’s where we come in to cut through the noise and give you simple buying advice based on substantial testing. All the electric toothbrushes you see on this list have been used by one of our tech experts in a real-world setting, so we know how efficient each brush can be when it comes to cleaning, battery life and feature set. Only the models that excel in these categories are considered for inclusion, so no matter which one you go for, you’ll be getting a top-tier option. While this list is recommended for anyone who wants a general look at what’s available, if you’re on a strict budget, you’ll find plenty of options in our round-up of the best cheap electric toothbrushes . Similarly, if you’re a diehard fan of Oral-B and can’t fathom the idea of jumping ship to a different brand, our round-up of the best Oral-B electric toothbrushes and our definitive Oral-B iO guide are for you. Best Electric Toothbrush Reviews 1. Suri 2.0 – Best Electric Toothbrush Pros Gentle and quiet More than month-long battery life High quality build Pressure sensor and two brushing modes Cons No customisation options No smart features Only two brushing modes Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Suri, the sustainable electric toothbrush, is back – and it’s had upgrades. It still offers a gentle brushing experience but, thanks to a new, higher-amplitude motor, it now has a second, stronger setting. And this has really given it an edge. It’s now an ideal option for anyone who tends to overbrush and may have damaged their gums in the process. It now also has a pressure sensor, a feature the first model lacked. As you’d expect, there’s a two-minute brushing timer and quadrant alerts. One of the best things is what a pleasure it is to use. It’s well made, quiet in use, light in the hand and comfortable to hold. If you find other electric toothbrushes noisy and overwhelming, the Suri 2.0 could well convert you. It’s also a very convenient option, with a more than month long battery life, wireless USB charging and a travel case with a UV light that cleans your brush head (even when it’s not plugged in). However, the included case does bring up the price from the first model (which you could choose to buy alone). If you’re looking for smart features or a wide choice of cleaning modes, we’d recommend one of the higher-end Oral-B iO brushes, but this is a simple, pared-back model that will suit many people. And that’s before we even mention the fact that its brush heads are plant-based and can be recycled and the brush handle repaired. Who should buy the Suri 2.0? This brush is not only for people who value sustainability. It’s also effective and pleasant to use. Suri 2.0: Further considerations There are no smart features whatsoever. Read our full Suri 2.0 electric toothbrush review 2. Oral-B iO7 – The Runner-up Pros Excellent brushing performance Screen with timer Three-hour fast charge Cons No USB charging Expensive replacement heads Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket There’s no escaping the fact that this is an expensive brush, but if you can afford it, the iO7 is our next pick. We think that Oral-B’s iO line deliver the best brushing around, and have some of the top feature sets, and the iO7 has the best of the high-end features for its price. Yes, the 8, 9 and 10 have more – but correspondingly higher price tags. What you’ll miss out on is the full colour screen that the iO8, 9 and 10 have. Instead, its screen is black and white – but it displays all the same information. Crucially, it’s the cheapest brush in the iO series to offer magnetic fast charging. This means your brush will charge in around 3 hours, as opposed to the 12-16 hours that the less expensive models take. Its battery life is the only area in which the iO falls short. Oral-B claims up to two weeks of use from the battery but in practice, we found that 10 days is usual. This is about par for the course with iO brushes but not as good as some rivals, so if long battery life is very important to you, you may need to look elsewhere. And, like all iO brushes, there’s no USB charging option. Instead, you’ll get a shaver plug if you buy in the UK and a standard two-pin plug in the US. However, in every other respect, this brush is pretty much flawless. The iO7 has five brushing modes: Daily Clean, Sensitive, Intense, Whiten & Gum Care. It has an excellent pressure sensor, two-minute brushing timer and a brushing countdown that displays on the screen. There are also excellent smart features, including interactive real-time brushing feedback – although, bear in mind you’ll need the app for this. It’s not ideal for sharing, unless you don’t mind some of the smart features being inaccurate, but some retailers offer a two-pack deal that makes a pair of iO7s more affordable. And if you’re in the UK, don’t buy it at full RRP. Wait until one of its regular sales times and snap it up then. Who should buy the Oral-B iO7? Those who want outstanding cleaning performance. Oral-B iO7: Further considerations It’s a lot more expensive than the competition and for some people, it may be a little too powerful. Read our full Oral-B iO Series 7 review 3. Oral-B Pro 3 – Best Budget Electric Toothbrush Pros Two week battery life Pressure sensor Brushing timer Good cleaning performance Cons 2-pin charging plug only Button hard to press Noisy Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket For a relatively wallet-friendly price, this will provide everything you need in an electric toothbrush. That being said, it’s better value in the UK than in the US, where it’s called the Smart 1500 and has a slightly higher price point. Most importantly, its cleaning performance is very good. It also has all the features that are really important. Its timer will alert you to move on to a new section of your mouth every 30 seconds and let you know when your two-minute brushing time has expired. It also has a bright red pressure sensor that illuminates when you press too hard. The only real design flaw is that its shiny on/off button can get a bit slippery when wet and you’ll have to press it hard to switch it off without scrolling through its other brushing modes. There’s no USB charging option but the two-week battery life means that it should last you through a holiday, although by the time the battery warning light comes on, the brush’s operation will start to slow down. Who should buy the Oral-B Pro 3? Consumers on a tight budget who want excellent value. Oral-B Pro 3: Further considerations It can be quite noisy when in operation. Read our full Oral-B Pro 3 review 4. Philips Sonicare DiamondClean 9000 – Best Sonicare Electric Toothbrush Pros Powerful Huge number of brushing options Good case & charger Cons Limited app Average battery life Can be harsh on gums & teeth Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket The DiamondClean 9000 is extremely well made, with a minimalist look. It’s also one of the best brushes around for cleaning performance. It’s powerful and provides a number of different brushing options and intensities: it’s one of the few brushes that lets you choose a cleaning mode and then allows you to make the vibrations stronger or softer. In terms of features, it has a pressure sensor on the handle, as well as a timer to let you know when to move between sections of your mouth and when you’ve reached the end of the recommended brushing period. Accessories-wise, it comes with a charging puck for a two-pin bathroom plug and a sleek travel case with a concealed USB lead. It’s app-connected and, while the app can help you to keep your brushing schedule organised (keeping track of your brushing routine, scheduling dental appointments and re-ordering brush heads), it won’t offer advice on improving your technique. Who should buy the Philips Sonicare DiamondClean 9000? Buyers who want granular control over brushing intensity. Philips Sonicare DiamondClean 9000: Further considerations The battery life doesn’t match the premium feel elsewhere. Read our full Philips Sonicare DiamondClean 9000 review 5. Oral-B iO8 – Best Luxury Electric Toothbrush Pros Brilliant brushing performance Full colour screen with timer Three-hour fast charge Cons No USB charging Less than two-week battery life Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket The iO8 is one of the best luxury buys around as has just about every feature you could want but at a slightly more reasonable price point than the iO9 or the iO10 . It has a full-colour screen that greets you, times your brushing session and lets you choose from one of six brushing modes. It has a pressure sensor that glows green when you get it right and red when you press too hard. Opening the app lets you change the brush’s settings, access your brushing stats and get real-time brushing feedback. It’s not flawless though. You’ll be lucky to get two weeks from the battery life (we never managed this in our test) and there’s no USB charging option. However, it’s three-hour fast charging time does somewhat mitigate this. Who should buy the Oral-B iO8? Those who want top-tier features without hitting the asking price of the iO9 or the iO10. Oral-B iO8: Further considerations The lack of USB charging stops it from being a truly modern electric toothbrush. Read our full Oral-B iO Series 8 review 6. Prism by Lucent – Best Display Pros Gentle but effective brushing 2-month battery life USB charging Well priced Cons Pressure sensor could be more responsive Garish charging dock No connected features Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Be Lucent 99,00 € View Deal Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Prism is a gentle sonic and oscillating toothbrush, made by independent Swedish brand Be Lucent. It’s designed with minimalist flair and features a subtle white LED display that shows brushing mode, timer and battery life. In the box you’ll get a wireless USB charger and two brush heads sealed in travel cases. There’s a lock on the brush handle as well, so it won’t switch itself on in your luggage. Prism has three brushing modes (daily, sensitive and whitening) and a two-minute brushing timer, with vibration alerts every thirty seconds. It features a pressure sensor as well, although it’s not as responsive as we’d like. But the best feature by far is its two-month battery life, which makes it one of the longest-lasting we’ve tested. It takes eight hours to charge and we didn’t love the charging dock, but these are small complaints about an excellent brush that offers a lot for its price point. Who should buy the Prism by Lucent? Anyone after an eye-catching design and an easy-to-read display – and ultra-long battery life. Prism by Lucent: Further considerations There are better pressure sensors elsewhere. Read our full Prism review 7. Supermouth Ultim8 – Best Accessories Pros Gum-protecting cleaning Long battery life and USB charging Waterproof and easy to keep clean Cons Large brushing head Only two intensity settings Accessories are expensive Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Supermouth $99.99 View Deal Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket If you have a history of overbrushing your teeth and suffer from sore or receding gums, this stylish electric toothbrush could be the answer. It offers gentle cleaning and a toothbrush head with soft, densely-packed bristles that’s kind to gums. But it won’t be for everyone: the brush head is large and when I reviewed it, I found it was unwieldy when cleaning my back teeth. But if that doesn’t sound like a problem, you’ll find that the Ultim8 is waterproof and easy to keep clean. It also features a two-minute brushing timer, and a red/green pressure sensor, although the latter wasn’t as sensitive as I would like. The Ultim8 has some great accessories, including a UV cleaner and travel case – but if you buy an accessories bundle, it does bump up the price significantly. Who should buy the Supermouth Ultim8? Folks with sensitive gums who need a gentler brush. Supermouth Ultim8: Further considerations Fairly expensive accessories can add to the overall cost. Read our full Supermouth Ultim8 electric toothbrush review 8. Oclean X Pro Elite – Best Budget Smart Features Pros Excellent battery life Magnetic wall mount & USB charger Well designed brush head Cons No pressure sensor App sometimes unpairs Mouth quadrant visual a bit off Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket The X Pro Elite is slim, quiet and nicely designed and has a number of features you’d expect to see on a brush that costs twice as much. On the front is a colour display that shows a brushing timer, as well as letting you choose a brushing duration, from 2, 2.5 or 3 minutes, set a brushing intensity levels and choose from four brushing modes: clean, sensitive, massage and white. In all, there are 32 brushing settings, so you can tailor its performance in detail, or take a quiz in-app to find out the ideal settings for you. The app also delivers real-time brushing feedback, although we found this to be a bit hit and miss in terms of determining exactly which section of your teeth you’re brushing at any time. The X Pro Elite has an excellent, month-long battery life and it comes with a wall-mounted magnetic dock, which is great for minimising clutter on your sink. It has an IPX7 waterproof rating as well. Who should buy the Oclean X Pro Elite? Anyone who travels a lot and requires outstanding battery life. Oclean X Pro Elite: Further considerations The lack of a pressure sensor is a disappointing omission. Read our full Oclean X Pro Elite review 9. Sanyei ION-Sei – Best Ionic Electric Toothbrush Pros Stylish Ionic technology USB charging Cons Bigger brands have more options for cheap compatible brush heads Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket A combination of Japanese technology and German design, the ION-Sei certainly looks good. There are two colour options but we reckon that Lake Blue is the more striking. Still, either will make a stylish addition to your bathroom. Fashion is, of course, secondary to actual teeth cleaning and it’s here that the innovation lies. Unlike other sonic toothbrushes, this one generates a stream of ions and a weak electric charge which aims to stop bacteria growing in your mouth. You pay a steep price for the tech: not only is the ION-Sei expensive but it doesn’t come with a travel case. It also lacks features you’d expect to see on a high-end brush, such as pressure detection and a head-replacement indication. It is rechargeable via USB though, which is handy. Who should buy the Sanyei ION-Sei? Anyone who needs ionic technology for tackling bacterial growth. Sanyei ION-Sei: Further considerations The cost of entry is steep, as are the replacement brush heads. Read our full Sanyei ION-Sei review 10. Oclean X Ultra S – The Electric Toothbrush That Talks Pros Good battery life Customised brushing modes USB charging Colour screen Bright pressure sensor Cons Brushing feedback overcomplicated Pricey Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket If you like a lot of tech in your electric toothbrush, you can’t do better than the Oclean X Ultra S. There is literally no feature available in an electric toothbrush that this one doesn’t have. For a start, it has a huge number of programmed brushing modes, but if none are perfect for you, that won’t matter. It’s a smart electric toothbrush and in the app, you can minutely tailor the brushing performance to your exact specifications. It’ll also provide brushing feedback via the full-colour screen on the handle and in the app. For even more brushing feedback, you can use the scientific brushing mode, which uses bone conduction technology to deliver brushing advice from within your mouth. (And if that doesn’t appeal, we need never speak of it again.) As you’d expect, it has a brushing timer and highly visible pressure sensor, to stop you from overbrushing. It’s convenient as well. It charges via USB and its battery life is a whopping 40 days. Along with the toothbrush, you’ll get a very nice quality USB-charging travel case and charging stand, as well as three different brush heads. Our only criticisms are the price and the fact that there’s almost too much going on with it. But if you want a brush you can tailor exactly to your specifications, this is it. Who should buy the Oclean X Ultra S? All of the added tech comes at a high price. Oclean X Ultra S: Further considerations Consumers after the most feature-packed toothbrush you can buy. Read our full Oclean X Ultra S review Other electric toothbrushes tested Although the 10 options featured above constitute our go-to recommendations in the world of electric toothbrushes, they are far from the only buys we’ve tested. For example, there are two options in particular that are great buys for those shopping at the budget-end of the market but they just missed out on inclusion here as competition is tough. The two toothbrushes in question are the Ordo Sonic Edge and the Ordo Sonic Lite . At just £14.99, the Sonic Edge is one of those rare devices that’ll make you do a double-take for the sheer amount of value it brings to the table. In spite of its minimal price tag, the device still comes with an essential two-minute brushing timer and can run for up to six weeks between charges (some of the more premium toothbrushes we’ve tested can struggle to match that). Costing only a fraction more, the Sonic Lite (£34.99) boasts a plethora of great features such as remembering your previous brushing mode when you switch it on. There are also several, more colourful versions available, including two that are inspired by the movie Wicked, which can make brushing time a lot more fun and engaging for younger people. Emma Rowley / Foundry Electric toothbrush news that could affect your buying decision At the time of writing (December) there have been no rumours or rumblings about the imminent release of new electric toothbrushes that might disrupt the current ordering of our list, so you can rest assured that anything you do buy won’t suddenly be made obsolete in just a few weeks. As we move into 2026, we do anticipate seeing another entry in Oral-B’s range at some point in the New Year, and there’s always a chance that a newcomer enters the fray, but we’ll be sure to update this section with any news as it appears. Can I get a better electric toothbrush deal? As with all toothbrushes (unless they’re designed to be bargain buys at all times of the year), we never recommend picking up a new one outside of a sales event. The reason for this is because most electric toothbrushes, especially from big brands like Oral-B, have an inflated price tag which only plummets down to a fraction of that cost the moment that Black Friday or Amazon Prime Day rolls around. Discounts of around 50% aren’t uncommon during these sales periods – especially if you get a twin-pack deal – so if you can hold off until they come around then you’ll be doing yourself (and your wallet) a huge favour. How we test electric toothbrushes With every toothbrush that we call in, it is used by one of our experts as their go-to brush for an extended period of time, allowing us to draw solid conclusions about everyday performance, how effective the available modes are, and whether battery life claims match our experience. Why you should trust Tech Advisor Tech Advisor has been at the heart of home technology for years, covering everything from cordless vacuum cleaners to air fryers. As with any product that we review, our aim is always to offer unbiased advice so that you can make the right purchasing decision each and every time. Who curated this article? This article was curated by Emma Rowley , Tech Advisor’s Deputy Editor. With over 10 years of experience in the business, Emma has had a hand in testing everything from the latest iPhones to feature-packed electric toothbrushes which is why her personal seal of approval is essential to devices featured in this list. How to choose the best electric toothbrush When it comes to buying a new electric toothbrush, it’s best to jot down the features that you want to have ahead of time as it’ll help you whittle down your options a lot more quickly. From our perspective, the most important feature above all is a two-minute timer as it’ll help to ensure that your teeth are getting a proper clean without ever overdoing it. Emma Rowley / Foundry If you have sensitive gums that are prone to receding if you’re not careful then it’s worth investing in a brush that carries a pressure sensor. This helpful feature will let you know if you need to ease up and give your teeth a gentler brush. Unlike most other products, pricing is less of a factor here because of how drastic the discounts on electric toothbrushes can be during sales events. It’s very common to see premium options suddenly be made available for a budget-level price, which is why the only course of action here is to avoid buying an electric toothbrush at any other time of year. FAQ 1. Do electric toothbrushes clean teeth better than manual brushes? The consensus is that they do. It’s easy to find studies that show that using an electric toothbrush delivers significant benefits when it comes to the health of your teeth and gums. One of the best examples is an 11-year study that took a long-term look at the effects of using an electric toothbrush on oral health and concluded that it had a significant, positive effect on reducing cavities and tooth loss. 2. Can an electric toothbrush damage gums? Any toothbrush can damage your gums if you brush too hard with it. But if you use an electric toothbrush properly, it won’t. And, unlike manual brushes, most electric toothbrushes have a safeguard against brushing too hard. This is the pressure sensor, and it’s one of the features we think is indispensable. A pressure sensor will light up – usually in red – when you brush too hard. Some brushes, like the Oral-B iO range, will also light up in green when you use just the right amount of pressure. 3. Are electric toothbrushes good for braces? An electric toothbrush is better for braces than a manual brush as it’s likely to lift food debris more gently and more effectively. If you have braces, you should look for a brush head with medium firm bristles. But what’s most important is that you use an electric toothbrush with a pressure sensor. 4. Are electric toothbrush heads interchangeable? The short answer is no. Buy an electric toothbrush and you’ll need to keep buying the same brand of brush head. This may mean it’s worth checking the price of replacement heads before you invest – our reviews will tell you whether replacement heads from each brand are expensive or not. But there’s a good buying hack. If you buy an electric toothbrush from one of the big brands, Oral-B or Philips, you’ll be able to find compatible unbranded brush heads that are much cheaper than official ones from big retailers such as Amazon . However, you should bear in mind that in getting the best price, you might also be compromising on quality. 5. Should you buy a sonic, oscillating or ionic electric toothbrush? Different electric toothbrush brands opt for different cleaning techniques. Sonic brushes work by producing vibrations to remove plaque, while oscillating brushes rotate to produce the same effect. Oral-B’s iO range uses both techniques to – we think – impressive effect. Ionic toothbrushes (we have one in our top ten: the Sanyei ION-Sei ) make your teeth temporarily repel, rather than attract, plaque. While it’s an easy matter to find studies indicating that electric toothbrushes are superior to manual brushes in plaque removal , it’s hard to find conclusive evidence that one type of electric brush technique is better than the rest. What’s more important is that you find one you’re comfortable with and use a good brushing technique. 6. How often should you change your electric toothbrush head? The standard amount of time is three months. You’ll be able to tell when it’s time as the brush will have lost its shape. Many brush heads also feature colour-changing bristles that lose their blue streak and go white when it’s time to change the head. And if you get an app-compatible brush, most, including those from Oral-B and Philips Sonicare, will alert you when you need to switch to a new brush head. Some app-connected brushes, including the Philips Sonicare DiamondClean 9000, will go one stage further, giving you the option to automatically reorder via the website when the handle detects that the head is wearing out. 7. Can you recycle old electric toothbrush heads? Like any electrical or electronic device, your toothbrush handle can be complicated to recycle (although we have advice ) but there are plenty of options for recycling your used toothbrush heads. There are TerraCycle programmes in the UK and in the US . Plus, there’s a service for US-based Oral-B users and one for Philips users in the UK. But if you’re serious about minimising your environmental impact, there’s an even better option in the form of the Suri electric toothbrush , which has recyclable heads and a repairable handle. 8. Which electric toothbrush features are important? If you’re buying an electric toothbrush, there are certain features you should look out for. Timer It’s all too easy to forget how long you’ve been brushing, which is why the best electric toothbrushes will have a brushing timer. Dentists recommend two minutes, which feels much longer than it sounds. These brushes will do the hard work for you by letting you know when you can (eventually) stop. They’ll also alert you to move onto a new section of your mouth every 30 seconds. Most people spend longer on certain parts of their mouth and neglect other areas. Typically, they’ll focus on the front of their teeth and the easier-to-reach sections of their mouths. This can lead to gum disease and tooth decay in other areas. A timer may be the most important feature on your electric toothbrush, except perhaps for a pressure sensor. Pressure sensor We mentioned it above but a pressure sensor is one of the key reasons to buy an electric toothbrush over a manual one. It’ll stop you pressing too hard when you brush. This bad brushing habit can damage teeth and gums. Over-brushing is often a substitute for brushing well. It can wear down the enamel on the teeth, leading to sensitive teeth and receding gums. If you check your toothbrush and find that the bristles tend to part in the middle, palm tree-style, it’s a sign that you’re brushing too hard. To protect your teeth, buy a brush with a pressure sensor. When you brush your teeth with an electric toothbrush, let the brush itself do the work. Move it slowly over your teeth – there’s no need to do a brushing up and down motion to keep your teeth clean. C leaning modes More sophisticated electric toothbrushes feature different modes. They’ll usually have a button on the handle that’ll allow you to toggle between deep cleaning, whitening, tongue care, polishing and gum care. Some may have a setting for sensitive teeth, while others may have a range of intensity levels that can be used in the same way. If you suffer from sensitive teeth or bleeding gums, a brush with different options could make a real difference to how comfortable and effective your brushing is. Battery life Being able to charge your brush easily is really important, particularly if you travel often. Some brushes, including the the Sonicare DiamondClean 9000 and the more expensive oral-B iO brushes, will include a USB charger as well as a standard two-pin bathroom plug connector. The DiamondClean 9000 combines USB charging with a travel case, which is ideal. An average battery life is now around two weeks, so bear that in mind when you read our reviews. Bristles Most brushes feature standard nylon bristles but a few are coming on to the market with silicone brushing heads. Silicone is naturally bacteria-resistant and is much gentler on gums than nylon, so it could be a good option for people with gum sensitivity. There have been promising studies on the virtues of silicone bristles but it’s really too early to say. Some dentists have cautioned that as the bristles are wider, they won’t have the same reach as nylon bristles. Smart brushes Smart brushes connect with a smartphone app to collect data on each brushing session. Depending on the app, they may also discover and flag errors in your technique and help to change your brushing habits. The best app we’ve found for overhauling your brushing technique is the one used with Oral-B iO electric toothbrushes. Depending on the brush you get, you’ll get more or less feedback when you brush. The higher the iO model number, the more feedback you’ll get. The iO9 and iO10 will give you real-time, detailed brushing feedback. If you’re interested in an iO brush, read our Oral-B iO guide to see which one is right for you. Related content Best cheap electric toothbrushes Best Oral-B electric toothbrushes Best heaters Best Dyson cordless vacuum Best cooling fans Home tech news