You’ll have two more cleaning modes at your fingertips compared to the iO7 (super sensitive and tongue clean), and the iO9 comes in black onyx and rose quartz colours , which we think can make it look like a mor exciting present than just the white alabaster. As you brush, the app shows each of the 6 tracked zones on a graphic of teeth that fade from blue to white when brushed thoroughly. If you’re unable to fix the problem and need to send your toothbrush for service, you can use the online service to print off a pre-paid mailing label and get a tracking number. The iO6 has the standard (non-magnetic) charger and takes around 12 hours to charge rather unlike the 3 of the iO7.

Oral-B iO7 Electric Toothbrush with Revolutionary Magnetic

And for those with dexterity issues, the larger profile might actually make it easier to grip and handle. And as you brush each section of your mouth, the teeth will turn white showing you that they are clean with a sparkling animation. Its brush heads are made from petroleum-based plastic, which uses the planet’s finite resources compared to using plant-based plastics. With few exceptions, most electric toothbrushes will do a brilliant job of cleaning the teeth, if used correctly. Available in white, black, blue and purple color options, the plastic has a matt finish rather than gloss often found on Oral-B brushes.

It works with the Oral-B app on your smartphone to show you a graphic image of how well you are brushing your teeth. We test how long the battery lasts when it's fully charged so we can recommend the models with the longest stamina. The Ultimate Clean and Gentle Care heads should still provide a great clean to the teeth and braces of your sons. Whilst you can get insights into some of your oral care habits, it isn’t going to really highlight and educate you as much as you might have expected or hoped.

iO Series 7 Electric Toothbrush | Oral-B Oral-B iO Series 7 Electric Toothbrush | Oral-B

The brushing coach divides your mouth into 6 sections, 3 on top and 3 on bottom, and it is challenging to get all the sections clean in just 2 minutes. When Oral-B launched its iO range in August 2020, we learned what was going to set these powered toothbrushes apart from the rest: micro-vibrations.

The Series 7 has a black and white interactive display compared to the color display on the Series 8. Our overall rating is based on: how comfortable the brush is to grip, how comfortable it feels during brushing, how easy the brush head is to attach and reattach, how clear the instructions are, how easy it is to recharge and how easy it is to use overall. You can see your brushing time on the screen and move the brush accordingly, but you will have to develop your own pacing. One thing that really bothered us is that with all this technology, the battery indicator is terribly implemented.

Oral-B iO Series 7 Electric Toothbrush | Oral-B

Leaving the brush to charge overnight in the minimal charger (although it only needs three hours), took it up to 100 per cent, which was enough for over two weeks of dutiful brushing. The iO10's magnetic charging stand has iO Sense Technology to give visual feedback (via multiple LEDs) on the brushing routine. You have to use the camera on the front of your smartphone to track the position, rather than the sensors in the handle. But then I saw the Genius X also got an excellent review on CR and saw that the Costco version of the Genius was going on sale this month so I started to consider that one. At times it can think I am brushing the upper rear teeth when I am brushing the lower rear, impacting the coverage and on-screen visuals.

The AI-powered information that comes with both brushes can be incredibly beneficial, but you have to ask yourself if you’re really going to take the time and trouble when you’re a bit fuzzy in the AM, or weary in the evening, to open up the app and pay attention to the feedback that it’s giving you. Jon is a leading voice on electric toothbrushes and has been quoted by mainstream media publications for his opinions and expertise.

7 Connected Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush Oral-B iO Series 7 Connected Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush

Oral-B is an established player within the oral care sector and their electric toothbrushes are on the whole reliable. There is no long-term data available that analyzes if apps and real-time tracking do have a beneficial impact compared to someone learning the correct brushing techniques via other means, such as plaque disclosing tablets.The only difference between the iO9 and the iO10 is the enhanced charging stand and it’s simply not worth that kind of money. 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. Can the carrying pouch that comes with the iO 7G accommodate both the brush handle and the small plastic case that holds the two brush heads? Oral-B have some of the more cost effective brush heads, compared to the likes of Sonicare for example.