Best electric toothbrushes 2025: Oral-B, Philips and more

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inboxSign up to our free IndyTech newsletterSign up to our free IndyTech newsletterI would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read ourprivacy policyThere are two main brands when it comes to the best electric toothbrushes. Oral-B and Philips have a dizzying selection to choose from, ranging from the sub-£20 Philips One to the super-expensive Oral-B iO10 and Philips Sonicare 9900 range. But what’s the difference between all of these brushes? Are they really better than a manual? Why are some of them so pricey? And are there any alternatives?The best electric toothbrush isn’t necessarily the most expensive model with the most advanced features. You probably don’t need a Bluetooth-enabled coaching app to tell you how to brush your teeth, and you might not need a faux-leather travel case that doubles as a charger.We asked Dr Praveen Sharma – a specialist in restorative dentistry...