16 Of The Best Electric Toothbrushes For Removing That Pesky Plaque (2024)

This top-of-the-range toothbrush will tell you exactly how clean your teeth are without even needing to make a trip to the dentist.

Oral-B uses AI and 3D teeth-tracking technology to monitor your brushing, while an interactive display allows you to scroll through the seven smart modes and reminds you when to change the brush head.

A pressure sensor with colour-coded lights also warns you when you’re brushing too hard or too softly. Cleaning thoroughly to leave mouths feeling super-fresh, this is a serious piece of kit for those serious about their oral hygiene.

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This fuss-free toothbrush gives your mouth a full 360-degree clean to gently remove plaque and coffee-induced stains, as well as freshen breath.

The sonic brush head promotes oxygen flow around the mouth too, and ensures toothpaste gets to those hard-to-reach places for the ultimate deep clean.

With three settings and three different-sized brush heads to choose from, this one caters to sensitive teeth and those who want that squeaky-clean feeling.

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We know looks aren’t everything but a fancy electric toothbrush taking centre stage on your bathroom sink doesn’t hurt, right?

Our testers found this Philips model left teeth noticeably fresh, sweeping away plaque for most, leaving everyone with a thorough, dentist-worthy clean.

The glam look earned it some points with our panel, while one tester praised how much whiter it left their smile. Despite our lab test finding it to be ‘loud’, it wouldn’t deter them from continuing to use this luxe brush.

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This brush is undeniably pricey, but it’s packed full of impressive tech to make brushing easier and a little more fun.

Our testers liked the brush’s gentle micro-vibrations and felt it gave a deep clean. Its built-in AI technology (we told you it's fancy) helps guide you through brushing and it vibrates every 30 seconds, telling you when to move onto a new section of your mouth. It also uses coloured lights to tell you if you're applying too much or too little pressure. There are plenty of settings so you can really personalise your dental routine, and the brush remembers your preferences, so you don’t have to reset each time.

If it sounds like there’s a lot going on, don't worry – our testers found it really intuitive and easy to use. It's also a great choice for the regular – and perhaps forgetful – traveller, as it charges in its nifty case on the go.

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Brushing your teeth without toothpaste? We almost didn’t believe it either, but this high-tech brush claims to work better without it.

When turned on, the UV LED light reacts with a titanium dioxide bar in the handle to create negative ions that coat your teeth when brushing and prevent plaque-causing bacteria from sticking.

Our testers stuck to using toothpaste though, and were pleased with the results. They also liked how easy it was to control and enjoyed how little noise it made.

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There’s always a first time for everything, so if you’re finally joining the electric toothbrush hype, may we suggest you start with this Oral-B model?

Gentle, but effective, our testers noted the vibrations weren’t too overpowering, but the brush still managed to leave teeth feeling minty-fresh, without causing any sensitivity.

There’s also a useful pressure sensor, so you can make sure you’re looking after your gums too. Easy and intuitive to use, it did raise a few eyebrows in our lab test for being a little loud, but hardly any of our testers seemed to notice.

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The latest device from FOREO features the same 16 vibration intensities as the ISSA 2, but comes in a new and improved slim-fit design and upgraded brush head.

Germaphobes will like this toothbrush as it's made from silicone, which is known for being ultra-hygienic, hypoallergenic and super easy to clean. The brush head also combines silicone and polymer bristles, which will last longer than your average nylon head and is gentler on sensitive gums.

Our testers found the brush shape awkward to get into nooks at times, but they did really appreciate the long battery life, with a single charge lasting up to 365 days of regular use – a saviour for those that never seem to remember their charger. It was comfortable to hold too, and proved to be gentle on teeth for the majority of our testers.

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Here’s one for the tea and coffee drinkers. This whitening set contains a sonic toothbrush to blitz surface stains and a tube of blue light-activated toothpaste to make teeth visibly whiter.

Our testers gave it the thumbs up and continued using it after the trial.

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This clever brush uses radio-frequency waves to break down stains and discolouration, which then get swept away by the brush head’s soft yet effective bristles.

Providing a thorough clean without causing any irritation, this won’t damage precious tooth enamel and will help prevent future hypersensitivity — definitely worth smiling about.

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This shiny rose gold toothbrush is one of the more affordable jewels in Oral-B’s crown. It sparkles almost as much as your teeth will, as our lab results showed significantly reduced plaque levels after use. In total, there are six cleaning modes to flick between, as well as a pressure sensor and a quad pacer.

Download the free app for Bluetooth-driven reports on your teeth cleaning, reminders to change your brush head and the option to customise the LED colour. Travellers will appreciate the charging case and multi-voltage plug, too.

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For that ‘just been to the hygienist’ feeling, try this sleek sonic toothbrush that successfully swept away plaque on test.

Its three cleaning modes have accompanying brush heads for an optimal brushing experience that won rave reviews from our panel.

It has a pressure sensor, a 30-second timer and a two-week battery life, which is handy if you’re going on holiday. It’s available in black, white or this pretty baby pink.

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Minimalists will love the beautiful simplicity of this slim sonic toothbrush. It has a built-in silicone polishing nodule that will help to whiten your teeth.

It’s easy to customise your clean with four different modes and its three-week battery life gets a huge thumbs up. The soft bristles feel gentle on teeth while still cleaning thoroughly, making it a smart choice if you struggle with sensitivity. Buy it on its own or sign up to a subscription for head replacements and toothpaste refills.

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With a range of brush heads to choose from – all at different angles for reaching every crevice – this easy-to-use toothbrush allows you to customise your teeth-cleaning routine to your needs.

Cleaning both teeth and gums thoroughly, the seven available modes also allow you to adapt the pressure to suit sensitive teeth, although an additional pressure sensor would have helped with this. The compact travel case and USB charger also provides a travel-friendly option.

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Okay, so this blue and white toothbrush looks a little childlike, but it’s extremely straightforward to use. It also has a fast and slow mode, a pressure sensor and a 30-second timer.

Our testers said their teeth felt cleaner after brushing and our lab test backed them up, revealing a noticeable reduction in plaque. Some found the bristles too stiff but the majority found it comfortable to use.

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This sonic toothbrush is making waves in the oral health world for helping to make our brushing routines more eco-friendly.

The brush head is made from plant-based materials – castor oil and corn starch – that can be sent back to the brand to be recycled, meaning nothing is wasted.

It scored well in our lab test for banishing plaque and left most of our panel with a squeaky-clean feel. If that wasn't enough, the case features a UV light to help get rid of any bacteria while not in use – sanitary and snazzy.

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You may not think the shape of your brush head matters, until you actually try using it. This model proved to be the perfect oval shape for reaching every plaque-filled crevasse, according to our panel, and left cleaner teeth behind for most.

It earned brownie points for its luxe look (our personal favourite is this minty green number) and it can last an impressive 300 days without you reaching for the charger. One tester even credited it for boosting their confidence, because their teeth looked that much better.

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