A single Ultimate Clean head is included with the iO4. Alongside the Gentle Care head, it is one of our preferred options from the 4 different styles of iO brush heads available. Combines the unique round brush head from Oral-B with gentle micro-vibrations for a fresh, clean mouthfeel and 100% healthier gums in one week vs. a regular manual toothbrush When using the app you get an on-screen timer, alerts about the amount of brushing pressure and notification of the active brushing mode. SMART PRESSURE SENSOR signals red, white or green to alert you whether you’re brushing too hard, too softly or with just the right amount of pressure There are fewer failure points than more premium models and the fact the electrical components are sealed inside helps limit the chances of failure.

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Where brushing performance is concerned, the iO4 is brilliant, like all the Oral-B iO brushes. The range is expensive but if you aren’t too worried about the frills, the iO4 is the cheapest way to get an iO with smart features. It is generally pretty easy to keep the handle clean and free from grime. But, do make sure you pay close attention to the brush head. Give it a good rinse after each use.You can expect this to happen every 3 months as this is the recommended usage time for a brush head. Statistics would suggest that the vast majority of people fail to brush their teeth for anywhere near enough time to maximize plaque removal. A yellow light will be lit inside the mode button on the iO4’s handle when it is time to replace the bristles. You will get an in app notification too, if you use it.

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While Oral-B has partnered with schemes such as TerraCycle, it does not yet have its own recycling scheme for used brush heads or faulty products. The modes are whiten, daily clean, sensitive and gum care. For most people, this will be plenty. No, there’s no dedicated tongue cleaning mode, but the toothbrushing police aren’t going to come for you if you use another setting to brush your tongue.In the box, you’ll get the iO Series 4 handle and a brush head, a simple white plastic travel case and a charging stand. The stand is the same as the one you get with a classic Oral-B brush. You can use them interchangeably. In the US, the charger has a standard two-pin plug and in the UK, it has a shaver plug. On average, they operate at 10 decibels (dB) less. The iO4 registers a maximum of 64dB. But, on the sensitive mode, it was a couple of dB quieter still. Don’t fret if it takes some getting used to and you see the red light more often than you like. The motor will slow the bristle movements to further protect the teeth until such time the pressure is relieved. Each iO4 tends to come with a travel case included, that holds the handle and up to 2 heads. This is a great addition.

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Using it for a couple of weeks longer isn’t a major issue, but after 90 days the bristles are worn. This means less effective cleaning and the potential of being more abrasive on the teeth and gums.After spending 12 years in consumer technology, it was in 2014 that he focused his attention on dental health, having experienced first-hand the challenge of choosing a new toothbrush. Running repeated brushing cycles on the Series 4, the batteries drained after 1hr 38mins. Brushing twice a day for two minutes, you’re looking at roughly three-and-a-half weeks before you need a recharge. That’s not bad at all, although we’ve seen some Sonic brushes that can keep running for well over a month. Forget about fast charging, though. With the charger supplied, it’s best to charge the toothbrush overnight. Oral-B iO Series 4 review: Should I buy it? Redesigned for the iO Series, the magnetic brush motor produces a cleaning action which is noticeably softer and less intense, but still very satisfying.

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Specific heads are required for the iO4. Compared to brush heads you might be familiar with from Oral-B, they are marginally deeper. You’re looking at about a 10 percent difference. Realistically you don’t need so many. Daily Clean is more than enough for most, but sensitive mode is welcomed by those suffering with tender gums. It is too a less intense option for new electric toothbrush users to start out with. Activated when you begin brushing the timer and pacer encourage you to brush the teeth evenly, not paying attention to just the teeth at the front of the mouth. The plug on the end of the cable is a 2 pin power adapter (suitable for UK bathrooms). It will recharge the battery in up to 16 hours. Dentists recommend replacing your brush head every 3 months or sooner if it becomes worn for an optimal clean.

As is the case with most iO brush handles, the iO4 has Bluetooth connectivity and can connect to the Oral-B app available for Android and iOS mobile phones. If you are prepared to ditch the Bluetooth connectivity but want to retain the premium features the iO Series offer, the iO3 is the brush to buy.