# Best Electric Toothbrushes

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**Category:** health › oral care › electric toothbrushes

**Our pick**: Oral-B iO Series 9 (61/100) · **Cheapest**: Xiaomi Mi Smart Electric Toothbrush T500 · **Best value**: Xiaomi Mi Smart Electric Toothbrush T500

## Comparison table

| Criterion | Oral-B iO Series 9 | Foreo ISSA 3 | Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart 9700 | Xiaomi Mi Smart Electric Toothbrush T500 |  Colgate Hum Smart Electric Toothbrush | Quip Smart Electric Toothbrush |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Price (GBP) | 500.0 | 169 | 220 | 45 | 80.0 | 70 |
| Pressure Sensor | ✓ | - | ✓ | - | - | - |
| Cleaning Modes (modes) | 7 | 16 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| App Connectivity | ✓ | - | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Brush Head Replacement Cost (GBP) | 25 | 20 | 30 | 15 | 12 | 10 |
| Cleaning Action | Oscillating-Rotating | Other | Sonic | Sonic | Sonic | Sonic |
| Battery Life (days) | 14 | 365 | 21 | 20 | 10 | 90 |
| Ease of Use | Very Easy | Very Easy | Very Easy | Easy | Easy | Moderate |
| Design & Ergonomics | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Good | Good | Fair |
| Warranty (years) | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |

## 1. Oral-B iO Series 9

The strongest premium Oral-B pick if you want smart features, guided brushing, and a more advanced brushing experience.

**Best for:** Premium users who want app guidance, gum-pressure feedback, and detailed brushing tracking.

**Pros:**
- Smart pressure sensor
- App-connected brushing feedback
- 3D teeth tracking
- Seven brushing modes

**Cons:**
- More expensive than most people need

_Source (verified): [https://talk.clinicadvisor.com/threads/best-electric-toothbrushes-in-2026-oral-b-vs-sonicare-vs-budget-alternatives.712/](https://talk.clinicadvisor.com/threads/best-electric-toothbrushes-in-2026-oral-b-vs-sonicare-vs-budget-alternatives.712/)_

## 2. Foreo ISSA 3

Hybrid silicone and PBT polymer toothbrush with 16 adjustable intensity levels.

_Source (estimate): [https://www.foreo.com/issat](https://www.foreo.com/issat)_

## 3. Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart 9700

A sonic electric toothbrush packed full of smart AI tech to nudge you towards better cleaning habits.

**Best for:** Users seeking a premium sonic brushing experience with advanced AI technology and a sleek design.

**Pros:**
- Immensely powerful vibrations offer supreme cleaning
- Premium design
- Charging case

_Source (verified): [https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/grooming/gallery/best-electric-toothbrushes](https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/grooming/gallery/best-electric-toothbrushes)_

## 4. Xiaomi Mi Smart Electric Toothbrush T500

Affordable smart electric toothbrush with high-frequency sonic vibrations.

_Source (estimate): [https://www.mi.com/global/mi-smart-electric-toothbrush-t500/](https://www.mi.com/global/mi-smart-electric-toothbrush-t500/)_

## 5.  Colgate Hum Smart Electric Toothbrush

Smart electric toothbrush that tracks coverage, duration, and frequency of brushing.

_Source (estimate): [https://www.colgate.com/en-us/oral-health/adult-oral-care/hum-smart-electric-toothbrush](https://www.colgate.com/en-us/oral-health/adult-oral-care/hum-smart-electric-toothbrush)_

## 6. Quip Smart Electric Toothbrush

The brush is modern in design, but the brush head doesn’t detach, making it bulky to travel with, and the stem is very thick and doesn’t feel pleasant.

**Pros:**
- Modern design

**Cons:**
- Brush head doesn’t detach, making it bulky to travel with
- Stem is very thick and doesn’t feel pleasant
- For the price, there are better options

_Source (verified): [https://novasmiles.co.uk/blog/best-electric-toothbrushes](https://novasmiles.co.uk/blog/best-electric-toothbrushes)_

## 7. Panasonic EW-DL83

Premium sonic vibration toothbrush with a sleek design and long battery life.

_Source (estimate): [https://www.panasonic.com/uk/consumer/personal-care/oral-care/electric-toothbrushes/ew-dl83.html](https://www.panasonic.com/uk/consumer/personal-care/oral-care/electric-toothbrushes/ew-dl83.html)_

## 8. Waterpik Sonic-Fusion Professional Flossing Toothbrush

Combines sonic brushing with water flossing in one device.

_Source (estimate): [https://www.waterpik.co.uk/sonic-fusion-professional-flossing-toothbrush/](https://www.waterpik.co.uk/sonic-fusion-professional-flossing-toothbrush/)_

## In short

This comparison covers 8 electric toothbrushes across 10 criteria: Price, Pressure Sensor, Cleaning Modes, App Connectivity, Brush Head Replacement Cost, Cleaning Action. Oral-B iO Series 9 comes first with 61/100, driven by App Connectivity (100/100) and Design & Ergonomics (100/100). Foreo ISSA 3 follows at 61/100 and beats it on Battery Life. The cheapest option is Xiaomi Mi Smart Electric Toothbrush T500. Sourced data: 3/8 options; the remaining values are estimates, flagged as such.

## Frequently asked questions

**What is the best electric toothbrush in 2026?**

The Oral-B iO Series 9 is currently ranked as the best electric toothbrush, scoring 61/100, with the Foreo ISSA 3 closely following.

**How do you compare electric toothbrush prices?**

We compare electric toothbrushes based on their initial purchase price, alongside ongoing costs like brush head replacement, to give you a full picture.

**Are there electric toothbrushes with pressure sensors?**

Yes, many top electric toothbrushes include pressure sensors to alert you if you're brushing too hard, protecting your gums.

**How is your electric toothbrush ranking determined?**

Our ranking is based on objective data across key criteria like price, pressure sensor functionality, cleaning modes, app connectivity, brush head replacement cost, and cleaning action; our comparisons are neutral and not influenced by paid placements.


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