Toothbrush

I’m a big fan of Oral-B iO brushes. The iO4 is my daily brush of choice and I’ve tested a number of models in the range and think they deliver among the best brushing performance around (my dentist has no complaints either). But once you’ve splashed out on the brush, you’ll need to keep buying the replacement heads – and these are far from cheap. I’ve tested generic, compatible brush heads and I can tell you that the Oral-B branded ones are much better. Right now, you can pick up a four-pack of Oral-B iO Series…

At a glanceExpert's Rating ProsPowerful cleaning30-day battery lifeAdjustable vibration, oscillation range and speedGood for travelConsNo pressure sensorApp needed to adjust settingsToothbrush heads not high qualitySlippery when wetOur VerdictThe Wave has a lot going for it, including a 30-day battery life, but its flaws make it hard to recommend wholeheartedly. Our biggest problem is with the less-than-exemplary brush heads, which can be hard to remove from the brush handle. But we’d also point to the fact that…

Benjamin Franklin once said that “nothing is certain except death and taxes.” Had he been alive today, he almost certainly would have said, “oh, and the other certainty is people will keep modding Doom until the end of time.” Quite the forward thinker. Anyway, here’s id Software’s iconic FPS running on a toothbrush. Just a few days ago, Twitter user atc1441 (thanks, Rock Paper Shotgun) uploaded a brief clip showing Doom running on a smart toothbrush. On the tiny screen of the Planck Mini, you can just about make the game…

If you’re buying an electric toothbrush, you’ll need to factor in ongoing costs. Chiefly, this means buying a new toothbrush head every three months. You’ll be spending another $/£20-50 per year, depending on whether you buy in bulk, on sale or at full price. But, as anyone who’s ever browsed Amazon can tell you, there is a cheaper option. And that’s to buy compatible heads. They’re designed to work with a branded electric brush handle – but crucially aren’t made by that brand. A full year’s worth of these…

The answer is: No, but you’d be forgiven for having believed that was the case since a viral news story made the rounds earlier this week claiming it was so. The Animal Kingdom Imagines a World of Humans Turning Into AnimalsThe story in question was published by a Swiss newspaper, Aargauer Zeitung, and claimed that three million electric toothbrushes had been tied into a botnet, which was then used by cybercriminals to carry out a financially damaging DDoS attack on a Swiss company’s website. The source of the story were…

At a glanceExpert's Rating ProsGentle but effective brushing2-month battery lifeUSB chargingWell pricedConsPressure sensor could be more responsiveGarish charging dockNo connected featuresOur VerdictBe Lucent’s Prism is elegantly designed, with a useful, subtle display, three brushing modes and a pressure sensor. Best of all is its long battery life and USB charging. We don’t love the charging dock design, however, and wish the pressure sensor was a bit more responsive. Overall, it packs in a lot for its price and…

The Oral-B iO Series 7 smart electric toothbrush is down to $149 at Amazon after a $71 discount. That matches the best price we've seen and returns it to the low it hit for the shopping holidays last year. The deal comes as part of a larger sale in which Oral-B toothbrushes are up to 55 percent off. We named the iO Series 7 the top pick in our guide to smart toothbrushes because it hits a good balance between features and affordability (particularly if you can catch it on sale like right now).Oral-BOur top pick from our…

Looking for a cheap electric toothbrush or a deep discount on a big brand name? This year, you don’t have to hold off until Black Friday itself to get a Black Friday discount. Why? Retailers and brands started rolling out their deals from the start of November. We’ll be updating this article throughout the month to bring the best deals on offer but don’t forget that very few deals will run for the entire month, so if you see the brush you want at the right price, go for it, If you don’t know where to start,…

Perfora, the digital native oral care brand has expanded its product lineup with the launch of a new toothbrush. The company has introduced a new Aluminium Handle Electric toothbrush in India. Priced at Rs 1,999, the electric toothbrush is made up of 70% less plastic compared to all other electric toothbrushes available in the market.The Truthbrush 2.0 electric toothbrush comes in Rose Gold and Platinum Silver and features a 2-minute timer and 30-second quad technology. Each box includes two brush heads: one with…

At a glanceExpert's Rating ProsClever design Leaves teeth feeling cleanGood for travellingLong battery lifeConsHeavy Messy in use No pressure sensorOur VerdictThis cleverly designed electric toothbrush and water jet cleans teeth well and is a great option for travel. However, its weight and size make it less easy to recommend as an everyday brush. It’s rare to see something totally new where electric toothbrushes are concerned. Most newly launched electric toothbrushes are refinements of existing models, with…