It’s time for me clean: I hate brushing my teeth. I do it because I have to, but it’s a time-consuming and uncomfortable process – two minutes in front of the mirror can feel like an eternity. My dentist says I brush my teeth too roughly. And don’t even make me floss.
Electric toothbrushes make the whole experience easier. Their vibrations and oscillations can help remove plaque from your teeth and gums more effectively, and most brush models include a timer that encourages you to brush for a full two minutes. We tested several styles, from basic to fancy styles with oscillating brushes and everything in between. We’ve found that a good brush doesn’t need you to be more expensive than a few Hamilts. Here is a list of the best electric toothbrushes you can buy. We also have eco-friendly electronic options if you don’t want to own another device that you have to recharge.
Reporting by Christopher Null contributed to this guide.
Update April 2022: We’ve added Oclean’s Izzo Oral Care Kit and X Pro Elite to our Honor Mention. We’ve also added information about alternative brushes, including a new recommendation, SymplBrush.
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