You’re finally ready to invest in an electric toothbrush. Smart decision. Electric toothbrushes are proven to be better at removing plaque than their manual counterparts, and their built-in timers help ensure a thorough clean.
By now, you’ve probably also noticed that two brands rise above the rest: Sonicare and Oral-B. Sonicare is the electric-powered dental hygiene brand of Philips. Oral-B makes oral hygiene products as well as toothpastes and mouthwashes.
However, it’s not enough to just pick between the two brands. Sonicare and Oral-B both have a number of models under their belts, and each toothbrush carries its own set of pros and cons — not to mention an unwieldy number of different heads.
While both Sonicare and Oral-B offer excellent cleaning, there are some big differences between the two. So let’s break them down, shall we?
Our Oral-B Pick
Oral-B Pro 1000 Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush
Our Sonicare Pick
Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean 5100 Electric Toothbrush
To learn more about our testing methodology and how we evaluate products, head here.