The 9 Best Electric Toothbrushes for Your Cleanest Teeth Ever

Lab notes: With tens of thousands of five-star ratings on Amazon, this brush is best for anyone looking for a basic but effective electric toothbrush that will deliver a solid clean without any fancy bells and whistles. Our Lab pros gave it a perfect score for effectively cleaning teeth and a nearly perfect score when compared to a professional teeth cleaning. Our experts were also impressed by the ease of use, its rotating head for plaque removal, a pressure sensor to prevent over-brushing, and a two-minute timer. Plus, the cost is lower than comparable options.

Tester feedback: "This Oral-B brush has the perfect little angled brush that gets in between my teeth and gets all the plaque and food out that is hard to get with a traditional toothbrush," said one tester. Consumer testers also liked its lightweight, user-friendly design (although there is only one cleaning mode and no adjustable speed), though we noticed it was noisier than other models and had some residue on the charging base after extended use.

App integration: This toothbrush offers great value, but it lacks some of the advanced features found in pricier models, like app connectivity.

Cleaning performance: 4.9/5

Lab notes: We love that the Sonicare 4100 offers all of the brand's must-have features at a great price, including a two-minute timer, pressure sensor and two intensity settings, which are especially helpful for sensitive gums or teeth. In our tests, it received nearly perfect scores for its ease of use, durability, and quietness. It has a lightweight design and compact USB-A charger for easy storage. Its performance scores were slightly lower than premium Sonicare models, but you can get it for an eighth of the cost. Plus, you can get compatible replacement heads starting at $10 for packs of four, so you can swap the bristles more frequently for less money than other options, which is ideal for someone who brushes with tons of pressure or gets sick often (ahem, kids and teens).

Tester feedback: Many of our consumer testers felt it thoroughly cleaned their teeth. “I felt like I got a great clean each time with minimal effort,” said one tester. Another appreciated the brush head’s design: “The compact head fits farther back and reaches all around the back teeth better than a manual toothbrush.”

App integration: There is no app or connectivity for this toothbrush.

Cleaning performance: 4.5/5

Lab notes: While it might be the most expensive on this list, it earned the highest overall score in our Lab tests (4.9/5), which is the average of its ratings for cleaning performance, ease-of-use, durability over time, and user satisfaction. This toothbrush has the most advanced features of all the options on this list, including tracking missed spots, two intensity settings, sensors for your brushing movements, and auto-adjustments of the vibrations if you brush too hard (which is helpful for sensitive gums). The elongated brush head, narrow shape, and side-to-side moving bristles is best for those who prefer the feel of a traditional tooth brush and are trying to reach tricky spots.

Tester feedback: Our pros weren't the only ones who loved this brush—it received the best consumer satisfaction score. Several testers felt they had healthier gums and less plaque after using it. "I love this toothbrush," said one tester. "The vibrations tickle a bit and take a few days to get used to, but they make it super effective. My teeth feel like they’ve been professionally cleaned," another shared. Other testers noted that the toothbrush took up very little space on their bathroom counter.

App integration: This toothbrush pairs with the Sonicare app to guide you through brushing, alerts you to any missed spots, and helps improve your brushing habits over time. "The app is easy to use, makes brushing fun, and motivates me to brush more often," said one tester.

Cleaning performance: 4.7/5

Lab notes: The iO Series 9 is one of Oral-B’s most advanced electric toothbrushes, and while it’s on the pricier side, it’s packed with smart features for a deep clean and comes with three replacement heads. In Lab tests, the Oral-B iO scored highly for effective cleaning, useful sensors, and sufficient battery life. We were especially impressed by seven smart modes, including one for sensitive teeth and another for tongue cleaning. Plus, we also loved the features that help you brush better and properly: the built-in timer to alert you when to change the quadrant of your mouth and stop brushing and the Smart Pressure Sensor (which turns red if you're brushing too hard).

Tester feedback: Consumer testers were impressed, calling it “a game-changer,” “a joy to use,” and “incredibly cool.” Many even said it felt like a professional cleaning and appreciated the sensor that is lit green when the pressure applied is appropriate and red when there is too much pressure, giving your teeth a proper cleaning. "I get a great clean and the features are beneficial without a ton of buttons," said one tester.

App integration: The Oral-B app includes real-time AI "coaching" to guide you as you brush, ensuring you never miss a spot. Testers praised the app and the multiple cleaning modes. “I like the functions. The sensor light shows if you’re using the right pressure, and the app tracks how thoroughly you brush, offering feedback for improvement,” said one tester. Others loved the interactive color display, which shows a smiley face when you’ve brushed for two minutes.

Cleaning performance: 4.4/5

Lab notes: SuperMouth, a Good Housekeeping Parenting Awards winner, makes oral care fun for kids with superhero—and supervillain—themed toothbrushes that are exciting for children. Our pros in the Parenting Lab were impressed by the three speeds and intensities (light clean, super clean, and massage) and the gentle bristles that are soft on young gums, which means brushing will be a more comfortable experience for kids. Plus, the music will keep kids brushing for longer. Overall, this toothbrush has too strong of settings for very young children, but is an ideal electric toothbrush for kids ages 6 and up.

Tester feedback: Our parent testers loved that these brushes made teeth-brushing exciting for their kids, with one mom sharing, "My son now runs to the bathroom to brush his teeth." Other parent testers raved about the toothbrush's interactivity with their children: "It plays songs for her to brush her teeth to, it looks like a dragon that holds a flosser and tongue scraper, and has a cap to keep the toothbrush covered," one said.

App integration: While the toothbrush itself will not connect to the SuperMouth app, it does bring the SuperHeroes and SuperVillains of the SuperMouth world to life with Augmented Reality. We think this app is a suitable way to engage with the character on their toothbrush and make brushing feel like an exciting adventure.

Cleaning performance: 4.7/5

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Lab notes: The Lab loved that this brush provides a good balance of price, performance, and convenience for everyday users. It received consistent high scores across setup, cleaning, design, battery life, and user-friendliness.

Tester feedback: Our testers valued its space-saving design, ease of operation, and the cleaning experience, although a few noted that the brush head may be slightly bulky for back molars. "It's so easy to set up and use," one said, while another shared that "the head had soft, dense bristles that I felt got into all the crevices."

App integration: There is no app or connectivity for this toothbrush.

Cleaning performance: 4.74

Lab notes: The features on this brush system check every box, including its smart sanitizing hub—which includes UV sanitizing, drying, and wireless charging—strong battery life, a quadrant timer, and pressure sensor. It also has a travel case, making it easy to bring your electric brush with you and keep it clean and charged. In our Lab testing, it had the highest score for being easier to use than a manual toothbrush and for not causing any irritation to gums or teeth. In addition to its specially designed bristles, it also has an "Ortho" option that is specially tailored to deep clean teeth with braces.

Tester feedback: Reviewers loved the sleek design, the all-in-one sanitizing and charging hub and the soft but deep cleaning bristles. "These were the softest bristles I've ever found. They were so gentle on my teeth, and I liked how they nicely hugged them for a more precise clean." One tester's gripe: "the instruction manual was unclear" and confusing to follow.

App integration: There is no app for this toothbrush.

Cleaning performance: 4.30

Lab notes: Our Lab found this to be a great fit for those who want high customization and strong cleaning—it received the highest score for teeth feeling like they have been professionally cleaned. A small and compact option, the brush comes with three different types of brush heads (which a few testers loved) and is easy to travel with.

Tester Feedback: Overall, testers found that the brush did a great job when it comes to deep cleaning: "My mouth feels like I’ve just been to the dentist," shared one. A bunch of testers noted that it is very aggressive and powerful compared to other electric toothbrushes, which some liked while others didn't. Despite its small size, a few users found it to be heavy when holding and using it.

App Integration: The Laifen App has 10 levels of customizable intensity across three settings: vibration strength, oscillation range, and oscillation speed. Testers were mixed about using the app; some felt it was very straightforward and easy to use while others said there was a learning curve. "I liked that the app gives you the ability to fine-tune the oscillation and vibration of the toothbrush," shared one user.

Cleaning Performance: 4.09

Lab notes: A Good Housekeeping Parenting Award winner, this cute and effective brush from PureBaby lets toddlers jump on the good hygiene bandwagon at a young age. It's built perfectly for toddlers' tiny hands (and mouths): it is lightweight, has an easy-to-grip handle and soft bristles. It comes with two brush heads: one for infants up to a year old and one for toddlers from one to three years old. Plus, there is a two-minute timer to instill good practices at a young age and a super long battery life.

Tester Feedback: Parents were thrilled with the instant effect it had on their kids. “My son wanted to brush his teeth!” one mom shared. “The vibration helps when he’s not completely brushing himself; I feel like it is still somewhat cleaning his tiny teeth. It is the perfect size for a toddler.”

App Integration: There is no app or connectivity for this brush.

Cleaning Performance: N/A