Best electric toothbrushes in Australia

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Oral-B Vitality Precision Clean

Best overall electric toothbrush

• 2-minute timer

Cons

• Only 1 mode
• No smart features

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If you're looking for a practical and affordable electric toothbrush, it's hard to go past the Oral-B Vitality Precision Clean. This popular toothbrush offers all the essential features you need, but it comes with a budget-friendly price tag of less than $50.

It has also come in for plenty of praise from Aussie buyers. Some of the highlights include an average score of 4.3/5 from over 350 ratings on productreview.com.au and an average of 4.7/5 from 175 reviews on Chemist Warehouse (some of these reviews are taken from Oral B's own website).

The Precision Clean uses a round brush head to provide an everyday clean for your teeth and comes with 2 brush heads, with new heads recommended every 3 months. It oscillates and rotates to remove plaque from your pearly whites and also features a built-in 2-minute timer so that you can be sure you're brushing your teeth for the dentist-recommended amount of time.

And while the Oral-B Vitality Precision Clean commonly retails in the $40–$50 price range, we found it for sale for less than $25 at the time of writing. That's why it's always important to compare your options and shop around for the best deal.

Philips Sonicare for Kids Connected Electric Toothbrush

Best electric toothbrush for kids

• Interactive app

Cons

• There are cheaper options available
• Only comes with 1 brush head

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Searching for an electric toothbrush that will encourage your kids to brush their teeth properly and better maintain their dental health? Our top pick is the Philips Sonicare for Kids Connected Electric Toothbrush.

With its cute design, Bluetooth connectivity and an interactive app, it's designed to engage kids and teach them about brushing. The Sonicare for Kids also boasts a whole lot of positive customer reviews, including an average score of 4.7/5 from over 7,000 Amazon customer reviews.

Philips' Sonicare technology uses over 500 strokes per second to drive fluid between the teeth, helping to keep children's pearlers sparkling white. Aside from its colourful design, this model features a multi-grip design to suit small hands as well as older kids. There are also interchangeable stickers so your little ones can customise the brush to their tastes, while the 2 brushing modes ensure that the Sonicare can cater to younger kids and more mature brushers.

But it's the Bluetooth connectivity that really allows this brush to shine. Download the compatible app to your Android or iOS smartphone, pair them up and then let your kids use the interactive app to learn more about brushing. Features include brushing coaching and challenges, learning brushing techniques and tracking performance.

Oral-B Pro 2 2000

Best electric toothbrush for sensitive teeth

• Pressure control

Cons

• No Bluetooth connectivity
• Some users complain that it's a little noisy

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If you suffer from sensitive teeth, the mere thought of putting an electric toothbrush in your mouth might be enough to induce an involuntary wince. The good news is that there are plenty of brushes and brush heads out there specially designed for use on sensitive teeth – the Oral-B Pro 2 2000 is one of them.

This model features a special sensitive cleaning mode to provide a gentle clean, while it also has a pressure sensor to ensure that you don't push too hard on your gums. It has been well received by consumers too, earning an average score of 4.7/5 from over 98 Amazon customer reviews, 4.7/5 from 51 Shaver Shop customer reviews, 4.7/5 from 20 Harvey Norman customer reviews and 4.2/5 from 16 productreview.com.au ratings.

The Pro 2 2000 uses unique bristles designed to cover a larger surface area and reach those hard-to-clean areas between teeth. The Gum Pressure Control feature reduces the brushing speed and alerts you if you're applying excessive pressure, while there's also a timer to ensure that you brush for the recommended length of time.

Just make sure you select the right type of toothpaste to support your sensitive teeth.

Waterpik Sonic Fusion Professional Toothbrush Water Flosser

Best electric toothbrush with a built-in water flosser

• Water pressure control system

Cons

• Not cheap
• Some complaints about water pump reliability issues

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If you're searching for a product that lets you brush your teeth and floss at the same time, the Waterpik Sonic Fusion Professional could be just what you're looking for. Combining a sonic toothbrush and a water flosser into 1 device, this Waterpik model is a versatile addition to your oral care routine.

It's also a product backed by a wide range of positive reviews. These include an average score of 4.6/5 from over 12,000 Amazon customer ratings, plus plenty of positive reviews on the Waterpik website.

The Sonic Fusion Professional is designed to improve overall oral health. It offers 3 cleaning modes – Brush, Floss and Brush and Floss – so you can remove plaque, tackle debris that gets stuck between teeth and improve the health of your gums.

When using the toothbrush, there's a 2-minute timer with 30-second intervals to help ensure that you brush for the correct amount of time and pay equal attention to different areas of your mouth. When using the water flosser, the water pressure control system offers a choice of 10 settings and 60 or more seconds of water capacity. It also comes with 2 flossing brush heads and is backed by a 2-year warranty.

Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart Electric Toothbrush

Best smart electric toothbrush

• Real-time brushing feedback

Cons

• Expensive
• Some users claim the app is not user-friendly

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Modern electric toothbrushes have come a long way in recent years. One of the most recent innovations is Bluetooth connectivity, which allows you to monitor your brushing via a smartphone app. And if you're looking for one of these so-called "smart" electric toothbrushes, the Philips Sonicare DiamondClean is our top pick.

Not only does this brush offer a range of different cleaning modes and intensities, but it also allows you to get brushing feedback in real-time via the compatible Philips app. It has received plenty of positive customer reviews as well, including an average score of 4.7/5 from over 3,000 Google reviews.

With 5 cleaning modes and 3 different intensities to choose from, the Philips Sonicare DiamondClean has everything you need for a complete mouth clean. Smart brush heads automatically select the best setting for you and the model comes with brush heads specially designed for plaque control, gum care, whitening and tongue care.

In terms of smart features, the DiamondClean uses a range of sensors and a connected app to help you improve your brushing technique. The location sensor, for example, tracks the brush in your mouth, offering real-time feedback so you can see where you've brushed and whether you've missed any spots. The app also offers oral health coaching to help you improve your overall dental hygiene.

Methodology

Why you can trust our picks

To find the best electric toothbrushes in Australia, we started by searching for the highest-rated products at retailers like Harvey Norman, The Good Guys, Shaver Shop and Chemist Warehouse. We then compared the top-rated products against other highly-rated electric toothbrushes in the same category, considering factors such as features, cleaning modes, battery life, review comments and price to decide on our top picks.

We considered electric toothbrushes from the following brands:

• Colgate
• Foreo
• Oral B
• Philips
• Waterpik

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Quick facts about electric toothbrushes

• Electric toothbrushes make teeth cleaning easier and can help reduce plaque and gingivitis.
• When choosing an electric toothbrush, think about the price of the toothbrush as well as the cost and variety of replacement brush heads.
• Prices typically range from $30 to $500. Battery-powered toothbrushes can be purchased for less than $10 but you'll need to factor in the cost of replacement batteries.

Types of electric toothbrushes

There are a couple of options to consider when choosing an electric toothbrush. First, you'll need to choose between battery-powered and rechargeable models.

Battery-powered toothbrushes are cheap to buy up-front, but more expensive in the long run thanks to the cost of replacement batteries (usually AA). Many battery-powered models are designed to encourage kids to do a better job of brushing their teeth, and will often feature colourful designs and artwork.

Rechargeable toothbrushes feature a built-in battery and can be recharged simply by plugging them into a wall socket. They're more expensive but are better suited to long-term use.

You can also differentiate between electric toothbrushes by the cleaning action they use. Options include rotating-oscillating brushes, vibrating or pulsating brushes, and sonic and ultrasonic brushes. However, there's no conclusive proof that any one of these cleaning methods is clearly more effective than the others, so this won't be a major factor in deciding which electric toothbrush to buy.

How to compare electric toothbrushes

Consider the following important factors when comparing electric toothbrushes:

Replacement heads

Check whether replacement heads for your toothbrush are readily available. You'll need to not only consider how much they cost but also whether there's a range of brushes available to suit the teeth cleaning needs of all members of the family. For example, some models come with heads designed for whitening, cleaning sensitive teeth and performing a flossing action.

Price

You can pick up an entry-level electric toothbrush for as little as $30, while high-end models top out around the $500 mark. Battery-powered models can be purchased for less than $10, but don't forget to consider the cost of replacement batteries if you go this route.

Timer

Check whether the electric toothbrush has a built-in timer so you can work out exactly how long to brush your teeth for – at least two minutes in the morning and then again at night is the recommended minimum. The timer on some models can also be used to separate your mouth into four quadrants to ensure that you brush each section for the correct amount of time.

Ease of use

Make sure the electric toothbrush you choose is comfortable to hold and allows you to maintain a firm grip at all times. Also check whether brush heads are easy to replace and that the brush (and any stand it may come with) are easy to keep clean.

Charging

Check the fine print to find out how long the toothbrush takes to fully charge and how much brushing time you can get from one charge.

Warranty

Before you buy, check the length of the manufacturer's warranty and exactly what it will cover if your electric toothbrush stops working.

Additional features

Some electric toothbrushes come with a wide range of additional features, so it's up to you to work out whether you need them or not. A few examples include:

• A pressure sensor that lets you know when you're applying too much pressure on your teeth
• USB charging when you're on the go
• Tongue cleaners
• Travel cases
• Bristles that fade so you know when it's time to replace the brush head
• Different speed settings
• A linked smartphone app that provides real-time feedback based on the brushing angle you're using
• A storage container where you can put brush heads for each member of the family
• UV sanitisers to kill germs and bacteria on your brush

Do I actually need an electric toothbrush?

Not necessarily. Provided you use the correct brushing technique and brush for the recommended minimum amount each day, you can ensure good dental hygiene simply by using an ordinary toothbrush.

That said, an electric toothbrush can be more efficient at keeping your teeth in the best possible condition. In fact, powered toothbrushes have been shown to be better at reducing plaque and gingivitis than manual brushing.

They're worth considering if you don't brush your teeth evenly, if you need a little extra help ensuring that you brush for the full two minutes each time, or if you think manual brushing is too much hard work. And because they allow you to control the amount of pressure you apply, they can also be a good choice for people with sensitive teeth and gums.

Three things to consider

Make sure you consider the following factors before you buy an electric toothbrush:

1. Check with your dentist. Not sure whether you need an electric toothbrush or can't decide which model to choose? Ask your dentist. He or she will be able to offer expert advice on the best electric toothbrush for your needs.
2. Know when to replace your toothbrush head. The Australian Dental Association (ADA) recommends changing your toothbrush either after three months or when you start to notice any wear and tear – whichever comes first. You can use this as a guide to calculate the annual cost of purchasing replacement brush heads for your electric toothbrush. It's also a good idea to change your brush after you've had a cold or stomach bug to eliminate any residual germs.
3. Don't apply too much pressure. Regardless of whether you choose a manual or electric toothbrush, take care not to apply too much pressure when brushing. Doing so can actually damage your teeth and potentially lead to more time spent in the dentist's chair – which nobody wants.

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