Philips Sonicare 4100

This is my 1st electric toothbrush. I ordered it over the oral b smart 1500 because it's cheaper and I found more people who swear by it than oral b. Later on, I read comments where people who have this 4100 for 10+ years say that the newer 2021 version has only half the power of the old version. Someone on reddit showed images of the inside of the new and old versions and the new version has a small plastic toy-like motor, while the old version has a big copper-wrapped motor and an old version user said "now I understand why the new version is lighter and less powerful". I was disappointed on the new version and tried to cancel the order but I couldn't. Once it came, I decided to try it and to my surprise, it brushes my teeth way better than my manual soft-bristled and hard-bristled toothbrushes(I use both manual brushes daily compared to my daily usage of the electric toothbrush 4100 C2 head of medium bristles. If you have gum sensitive issue, buy the S sensitive or G2 optimal brush head. If you want hard-bristled, buy W diamondclean brush head). I don't know how good the old version was but this newer version definitely brushes better than any manual toothbrush unfortunately it doesn't not come with a travel case. Update 5/16/2024: I bought the Oral B smart 1500 because it was on sale and I wanted to see how better it is compared to the sonicare. The oral B package looks nicer and bigger than the Sonicare but upon opening the smart 1500 package, I saw hair all over the toothbrush. I did read many customers saying on reddit that their Oral b toothbrush were repackaged, but I can't believe I'm a victim of this nastiness. It also took 2 weeks to reach me from Hawaii and since it says "made in China", I think the seller is located in China. I'll return this and I'll advise you to buy the Sonicare instead of the oral b if you don't want to be cheated receiving a used-repackaged toothbrush. Update 05/22/2024: On 05/17/24, I bought the Oral b smart clean 360 which has exact power as the smart 1500 that I returned but the smart 360 has 5 modes and a button to change the mode while the smart 1500 has 3 modes and no button to switch between the modes. The advantage of the oral b smart clean 360 is that the brush heads cost is cheaper than the Sonicare 4100 and I find it better at whitening my teeth than the Sonicare. That's all the advantages there. The things that I don't like with it are many, so I'm just going to name the most annoying ones: 1) The brush heads are too big compared to the Sonicare(see picture): Putting Oral b brush heads in my mouth is like putting a golf ball in my mouth(my head and mouth are wider than the average US male). 2) The brush heads have holes(see pictures) that trap saliva+toothpaste and creates more noise when the brush handle needle rotates in the presence of the liquid mixture, and moisture will be also trapped easily in the holes(most customers complain about Oral b brush heads design. Oral b corrected the needle issue with the IO version but the IO introduced a shallow hole which now traps moisture in the brush handle). When I'm using the Oral b with no choice but to have my mouth wide-open, it forces my mouth to produce more saliva which gets mixed with the toothpaste and enters the brush head and creates more noise. 3) Rattling noise: The Oral b smart clean 360 isn't as noisy as people say. It's the quality of the noise the problem. It's a very unpleasant rattling noise as if you're hearing an old car engine with broken parts in it. That noise gets worse when liquid enters the brush head holes. 4) The charger is not round like a perfect circle: You must put the Oral b brush handle in a specific position to charge it and if you place it wrong, it'll fall and might break. 5) The Daily Clean mode is rough and combined with the big brush head the experience is bad, but the smart clean 360 has more mode which make it smoother and better than the smart 1500 but not as good as the Sonicare 4100. 6)It has no auto-stop mode: You keep brushing without knowing how long you have been brushing your teeth. To summarize, the oral b non-IO brush heads are cheap but very badly designed for a pleasant toothbrushing. I won't recommend it if you're shorter than 6 foot tall or have a small mouth.

The model 4100 does everything I need for a much lower price than the Diamondclean model. Been using the 4100 for about 6 months and no regrets. I previously had the Diamondclean model which finally died after a few years of use so I needed a replacement. I didn’t need the 5 setting options or the WiFi connectivity of Diamondclean so I decided to try the 4100 model. The 4100 has two settings - I still only use one. It’s also lighter, uses the same brush heads, and has a smaller and lighter charger that should travel well. It feels the same when I’m brushing and the best part is that if it dies, I could buy about four of them for the same price as one Diamondclean. I’m extremely happy I gave it a try and saved so much money.

Overall this is an amazing toothbrush for the price! I've tried the Philips Sonicare HX3411 ($40) in the past and it was great, but unfortunately it broke and I was hesitant to get a new one for a long time. The HX3411 was pretty straight forward - it turned on and off and only had 1 speed setting. I like this version better because it offers 2 different speeds, it's smaller in the hand, the brush head is smaller making it feel more precise when cleaning, it lets you know when you need to recharge, and when you need to replace the brush head. It's only $10 more than the other version but well worth it and has a huge difference in quality. The brush head is in a good spot between soft and stiff. I would say it's gentle enough for my sensitive teeth and does a great job on making me feel like it has cleaning my teeth thoroughly. The main reason I am using it is because I found out I have a few cavities. I bought this toothbrush due to the studies that have shown electric toothbrush do a better job at preventing cavities than a regular toothbrush. I would say it feels like my teeth are way more clean than when I use a regular toothbrush. Overall, I would say this is worth the purchase if you're someone who is trying to prevent cavities but doesn't want to spend too much on an electric toothbrush but wants quality. I would definitely repurchase this product if it broke!

I had always heard about the Sonicare brand of tooth brushing systems, but had never really picked one up until recently. Sonicare uses vibrating motions to move the brush over the surface of your teeth. The sensation was a little strange at first, as the brush motion can produce a "tickling" sensation on your gums, but after a few uses, you will get used to the sensation. I found it's streamlined brush systems to be very good at reaching many hard to reach areas in your mouth, yet it was still gentle enough to not damage your gums. This particular system has a 2-minute timer, which is the minimum recommended time you should spend brushing your teeth, however you can just use it for however long you need to clean your teeth. The system comes with a charging base which lasts up to 14 hours in between charges, and also a protective plastic cover for in between brushings. Overall, I am very satisfied with this system, and my teeth have never felt better. I would recommend this for any adult that is curious about Sonicare.

I used to brush my teeth like a common laborer, moving my hand back and forth like I was trying to start a fire with two sticks. Then I bought the Philips Sonicare 4100. I realized within thirty seconds that I had been doing it wrong for thirty years. My mouth doesn't just feel clean; it feels like it’s been through a high-end car wash and then buffed with a microfiber cloth. Why Your Mouth Needs This Sonic Engine: The Vibrations of Victory: 62,000 brush movements per minute. If I tried to do that manually, my arm would fly off and hit the mirror. This thing creates a "microbubble" situation that reaches into crevices I didn't even know I possessed. The "Stop Pressing So Hard" Sensor: Apparently, I used to brush my teeth with the same intensity I use to scrub a cast-iron skillet. The 4100 has a pressure sensor that pulses when I’m being too aggressive. It’s like a gentle life coach for my gums. The Two-Minute Timer: I used to think two minutes was a long time. It turns out, my "manual" two minutes was actually about forty seconds. This brush keeps me honest. It’s the longest two minutes of my life, but my dentist’s inevitable praise will be worth it. Battery Life for Days: I charged this thing once, and I’m pretty sure it’s going to outlast my current lease. It’s the Energizer Bunny of dental hygiene. The Life Impact I combined this with my 1,000 RESHLIX Floss Picks, and I’m fairly certain my mouth is now the cleanest environment on the North American continent. I went to the dentist last week and he asked me if I’d recently had a professional cleaning. I just smiled—a blinding, sonic-powered smile—and walked out. Pros: My teeth are so smooth I can’t stop sliding my tongue over them. It’s slim, it’s sleek, and it makes my bathroom look like a futuristic spa. Cons: The vibration is so powerful that if you turn it on before it’s in your mouth, you will decorate your bathroom mirror with toothpaste art. You’ve been warned.

This is my 3rd Sonicare (22yrs a Believer). Great quality and this one's got some cool features like a sensor that tells you if you're applying too much pressure (!). I know this product has saved me from Periodontal Disease (the main reason my dentist strongly recommended it all those years ago). I come from a loving family that just happens to have terrible teeth- many many w/dentures @young ages (18 for Mom... !!) It took a few weeks to get used to way back, but I have never regretted starting w/Sonicare. Customer for Life. If I ever win the lotto, I'm getting a custom gold-plated one just kidding hahahaha.

I'm not a big review person, but I'm hoping this will be a blessing to someone interested in the 4100. I've had a Philips Sonicare (don't remember the model name) for probably 7 years or more. I wear a mouth guard at night and the dental hygienist said saliva was pooling causing plaque in a few areas. I was having issues with them using the sonic scraper thing when cleaning my teeth and was wondering if perhaps a newer model w/newer tech would help. I checked with GROK and it recommended the 4100. As sure as I'm typing this, I used it and afterwards it made my teeth, all around (still have my wisdom teeth and I'm in m 60s) feel like I just got back from a cleaning. This thing keeps the plaque away and was absolutely what I was hoping for. I'm hoping my next cleaning will be a snap now that I'm using the new Sonicare. Could not be happier.

We bought three of these electric toothbrushes on sale during Christmas time. Two of the three still hold a great charge but one seems to not hold a charge more than a few days. When they work, they are great brushes and the heads are nice sized to fit in any position around your mouth. Only difficult to reach spot is very back tooth on top and bottom.