Experts recommend Oral-B Pro 1000 more than Philips Sonicare 4100
As of 15 Jan 2025, experts prefer Oral-B Pro 1000 over Philips Sonicare 4100, but both Electric Toothbrushes have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Oral-B Pro 1000 received 5 recommendations: from WIRED (30 Dec 2024), The Strategist (27 Dec 2024) NBC News (2 Jan 2025) and 2 others. By contrast, Philips Sonicare 4100 received only 6 recommendations from WIRED (30 Dec 2024), The Strategist (27 Dec 2024) NBC News (2 Jan 2025) and 3 others.
| Rank | Change | Price | Electric Toothbrush | WIRED  | Health.com  | The Strategist  | NBC News  | T3  | Wirecutter  | TechRadar  | Healthline  | Electric Teeth  | Good Housekeeping  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
- | $50 |  Oral-B Pro 1000 The Oral-B Pro 1000 electric toothbrush is praised for its advanced cleaning technology, pressure sensor, and ADA Seal of Acceptance, making it a reliable and effective tool for maintaining oral hygiene. | 1 | - | 1 | 3 | - | 1 | - | - | - | 1 |
| 2 | - | $40 |  Philips Sonicare 4100 The Philips Sonicare 4100 Electric Toothbrush is highly praised for its effective cleaning capabilities, pressure sensor, long battery life, ADA certification, and two-minute timer, making it a reliable choice for maintaining proper oral hygiene. | 2 | - | 4 | 2 | - | 2 | - | - | 5 | 2 |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 30 Dec 2024 WIRED ranked Oral-B Pro 1000 as #1 and Philips Sonicare 4100 as #2
Rank Electric Toothbrush Comment #1 out of 9 Oral-B Pro 1000 Best Oscillating Brush#2 out of 9 Philips Sonicare 4100 Best Sonic Brush... ... ... Source: www.wired.com - On 27 Dec 2024 The Strategist ranked Oral-B Pro 1000 as #1 and Philips Sonicare 4100 as #4
Rank Electric Toothbrush Comment #1 out of 9 Oral-B Pro 1000 Best electric toothbrush overall... ... ... #4 out of 9 Philips Sonicare 4100 Best Sonicare toothbrush... ... ... Source: nymag.com - On 2 Jan 2025 NBC News ranked Philips Sonicare 4100 as #2 and Oral-B Pro 1000 as #3
Rank Electric Toothbrush Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 14 Philips Sonicare 4100 Best basic#3 out of 14 Oral-B Pro 1000 Best for sensitive teeth... ... ... Source: www.nbcnews.com - On 13 Dec 2024 Wirecutter ranked Oral-B Pro 1000 as #1 and Philips Sonicare 4100 as #2
Rank Electric Toothbrush Comment #1 out of 2 Oral-B Pro 1000 The best electric toothbrush#2 out of 2 Philips Sonicare 4100 Quieter brush, more expensive refillsSource: www.nytimes.com - On 12 Dec 2024 Good Housekeeping ranked Oral-B Pro 1000 as #1 and Philips Sonicare 4100 as #2
Rank Electric Toothbrush Comment #1 out of 5 Oral-B Pro 1000 Best Overall#2 out of 5 Philips Sonicare 4100 Best Value... ... ... Source: www.goodhousekeeping.com - On 8 Jan 2025 Electric Teeth ranked Philips Sonicare 4100 as #5
Rank Electric Toothbrush Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 9 Philips Sonicare 4100 Best for sensitivity... ... ... Source: www.electricteeth.com
After counting and adding up the 83 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Oral-B Pro 1000 outranks Philips Sonicare 4100. This is not to say that Philips Sonicare 4100 is a bad option. Like Oral-B Pro 1000, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Oral-B Pro 1000 outranks Philips Sonicare 4100 by 1 position. This indicates that, as of 15 Jan 2025, Oral-B Pro 1000 is more critically acclaimed than Philips Sonicare 4100.
| Rank | Change | Price | Electric Toothbrush | WIRED | Health.com | The Strategist | NBC News | T3 | Wirecutter | TechRadar | Healthline | Electric Teeth | Good Housekeeping |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $50 | Oral-B Pro 1000 The Oral-B Pro 1000 electric toothbrush is praised for its advanced cleaning technology, pressure sensor, and ADA Seal of Acceptance, making it a reliable and effective tool for maintaining oral hygiene. | 1 | - | 1 | 3 | - | 1 | - | - | - | 1 |
| 2 | - | $40 | Philips Sonicare 4100 The Philips Sonicare 4100 Electric Toothbrush is highly praised for its effective cleaning capabilities, pressure sensor, long battery life, ADA certification, and two-minute timer, making it a reliable choice for maintaining proper oral hygiene. | 2 | - | 4 | 2 | - | 2 | - | - | 5 | 2 |
| 3 | - | $358 |  Philips Sonicare 9900 Prestige The Philips Sonicare 9900 Prestige toothbrush offers advanced features, personalized brushing experience, and real-time guidance, making it an ideal choice for individuals who prioritize their oral health and value convenience in their dental care routine. | - | - | - | - | 1 | - | 3 | - | 4 | 3 |
| 4 | - | $369 |  Oral-B iO Series 10 The Oral-B iO Series 10 electric toothbrush is a versatile and effective tool for maintaining oral hygiene, offering a unique combination of oscillating and sonic brushing styles, pressure sensor, long battery life, and advanced timer features. | - | 1 | - | 5 | - | - | 1 | - | - | - |
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Expert reviews [21]
Total expert reviews: 21
- with a score: 7
- without a score: 14
| Highest score by New Mouth | 92 |
| Average score based on 21 reviews | 83 |
| Lowest score by TechGearLab | 78 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
80
The Oral-B Pro 1000 is a basic electric toothbrush that offers a superior clean without the extra features. It is a great option for first-time electric toothbrush users or those who want a more affordable option.
+ pros
- The pressure sensor keeps you from brushing too hard, ensuring optimal oral health.
- The Oral-B Pro 1000 is compatible with many other Oral B brush heads, allowing for customization based on individual needs.
- The two-minute timer tells you when to stop brushing, promoting proper brushing habits.
- cons
- The Oral-B Pro 1000 only has one brush mode, limiting options for different brushing preferences.
- The toothbrush is quite loud, which may be bothersome for some users.
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Expert reviews [7]
Total expert reviews: 7
- with a score: 4
- without a score: 3
| Highest score by Electric Teeth | 100 |
| Average score based on 7 reviews | 83 |
| Lowest score by Gadget Review | 51 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
100
The ProtectiveClean 4100 is a simple and effective electric toothbrush with all the essential features and some useful extras. It has a sleek design, comfortable grip, and impressive battery life, making it a reliable choice for maintaining oral hygiene.
+ pros
- Sleek design and comfortable grip.
- Built-in timer and pacer for proper brushing technique.
- Comes with C2 Optimal Plaque Control brush head.
- Slim and comfortable handle with different color options.
- Battery life lasts up to 5 weeks.
- Reasonable price compared to other models.
- Well-built and comes with a 2-year warranty.
- cons
- Brush head replacement can be pricey.
- Battery level indicator is not as accurate as a smartphone battery.
- It's recommended to let the battery run down before recharging to avoid long-term damage.
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From Seller:
- REMOVE UP TO 100% MORE PLAQUE* along the gumline whilst PROTECTING GUMS with our dentist-inspired round brush head technology *vs. a manual toothbrush
- PROTECT YOUR GUMS with sensi cleaning mode and GUM PRESSURE CONTROL that automatically stops brush pulsations when brushing too hard
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From Seller:
- Advanced plaque removal: this sonic toothbrush is clinically proven to remove up to 7x more plaque than a manual toothbrush while protecting your gums
- Gentle on gums: Philips Sonicare sonic electric toothbrush for adults offers a superior brushing experience and features soft brush heads with nylon bristles for gentle yet effective clean
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