Philips Sonicare4100 Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush, with Pressure Sensor, 2 Intensity Settings, SmarTimer and QuadPacer, 14-Day Battery Life, White, Model HX3681/23

As someone deeply invested in maintaining optimal oral health, I'm always on the lookout for products that genuinely deliver. After experiencing the Philips Sonicare 4100 Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush (Model HX3681/23), I can confidently say this isn't just another gadget; it's a game-changer for your daily brushing routine. With an impressive 4.4 out of 5 stars from over 46,000 reviews and being an Amazon's Choice with 50K+ units bought last month, it's clear I'm not alone in my enthusiasm!From the moment you unbox this sleek white device, you appreciate its ergonomic design and lightweight feel. But the real magic happens when you start brushing.Here's why the Philips Sonicare 4100 stands out and why it's a smart investment for your oral health:Unmatched Plaque Removal: Forget your manual toothbrush! This sonic powerhouse is clinically proven to remove up to 7 times more plaque. The 31,000 brush strokes per minute gently yet effectively break up and sweep away plaque, leaving your teeth feeling incredibly clean and smooth – a noticeable difference from day one. This directly addresses the core need for effective cleaning.Gentle on Gums, Smart on Pressure: One of my biggest concerns with electric toothbrushes has always been applying too much pressure. The Sonicare 4100 brilliantly solves this with its built-in pressure sensor. If you press too hard, it automatically warns you and reduces vibrations, protecting your gums from damage. This feature alone provides immense peace of mind and makes it ideal for sensitive gums.Master Your Brushing Technique: The SmarTimer and QuadPacer are invaluable. The SmarTimer ensures you brush for the dentist-recommended two minutes, while the QuadPacer guides you to brush each quadrant of your mouth equally. This takes the guesswork out of brushing and helps you develop consistently good habits.Long-Lasting Convenience: With a 14-day battery life on a single charge, this toothbrush is perfect for travel or for those who simply don't want to constantly think about recharging. The included USB charger makes it easy to power up wherever you are.Aesthetic Appeal: Beyond its performance, the sleek white design is a welcome addition to any bathroom countertop, blending seamlessly with modern aesthetics.The Verdict:The Philips Sonicare 4100 isn't just an upgrade; it's an essential tool for anyone serious about elevating their oral care routine. It combines advanced technology with user-friendly features, delivering a superior clean while protecting your gums. Considering its current 20% savings, bringing the price down to just $39.96 from $49.96, it offers exceptional value for such a high-performing device.If you're ready to experience a truly effective, gentle, and smart brushing experience, the Philips Sonicare 4100 is highly recommended. It's more than just a toothbrush; it's an investment in a healthier, brighter smile.

My dentist recently recommended I start using an electric toothbrush due to some gum issues, and after lots of searching, I decided on this one. From the very first use, I could tell it was going to make a difference.It’s gentle on my gums but still gives a deep, powerful clean. The bristles are soft and don’t cause irritation, which is super important for me. One of my favorite features is the built-in timer—it automatically shuts off after 2 minutes, so I know I’m brushing the right amount of time every time.My teeth feel squeaky clean when I run my tongue across them, and I can already feel how much better it’s treating my gums after just one use. It also looks beautiful on my counter—the pink is soft and stylish, and it doesn’t take up much space.It’s lightweight, the brush head is replaceable, and the charge holds well. My only wish is that it came with a pouch or small cover for the brush head, especially for travel or storing it neatly. What I like was: Soft bristles, automatic 2-minute timer, deep clean, gentle on gums, sleek design, compactWishes : case or storage pouch includedIf you’re looking to improve your gum health and overall oral hygiene, this is the brush to start with.

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.