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Best electric toothbrushes under £200

Chosen from what the Amazon listings state, not tested by us. How we pick

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  • Best overall

    Oral-B iO6: 5 modes, display and three-way pressure sensor

    The built-in display shows mode, brushing time, refill reminders and battery level.

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  • Best value

    Sonicare 7100: 12 settings, charging case, 4 gum heads

    EasyStart and SmarTimer are both named in the title.

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  • Most features

    Oral-B iO9: 7 modes, colour display, 3 heads

    A coloured interactive display tracks brushing time and shows battery level.

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Just above the entry level, the difference between electric toothbrushes is less about cleaning claims and more about the extras around the handle. Some brushes have a screen, some only a light ring. Some come with a charging travel case and several heads, others with a basic case and one head. This guide compares seven Oral-B iO and Philips Sonicare models on four practical points: how many modes and intensity levels you get, how the brush tells you that you are pressing too hard, whether there is a display, and what is in the box. Every fact comes from the Amazon listing. Where a listing does not state something, such as battery life or the number of spare heads, we say so rather than guess. Both brands use two-pin bathroom plugs on the models here, so check you have a shaver socket or an adapter.

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The products in detail

No. 1 · Oral-B

Oral-B iO6: 5 modes, display and three-way pressure sensor

The iO6 display shows the mode, time, refill reminders and battery, so there is no guessing. Suits users who like to see what the brush is doing.

In its favour

  • The built-in display shows mode, brushing time, refill reminders and battery level.
  • The pressure sensor signals too hard, too soft or just right.
  • A travel case or head holder and spare heads are included.

Good to know

  • Five modes may be more than a user who wants simplicity needs.
  • Battery life is described as days but not given as a number.
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Listing title: Oral-B iO6 Electric Toothbrush, Black, with Travel Case and Spare Head...

No. 2 · Oral-B

Oral-B iO9: 7 modes, colour display, 3 heads

The iO9 has the clearest screen in this guide, a coloured display showing time and battery. Best for users who read a screen more easily than lights.

In its favour

  • A coloured interactive display tracks brushing time and shows battery level.
  • A charging travel case and head holder keep everything in one place.
  • Three heads are included, so replacements are on hand.

Good to know

  • Seven modes is the most here, which adds choice but also complexity.
  • The listing does not mention pressure feedback or a gentle start feature.
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Listing title: Oral-B iO9 Electric Toothbrush for Adults, Black, App Connected Handle...

No. 3 · PHILIPS

Sonicare 7100: 12 settings, charging case, 4 gum heads

The 7100 adds EasyStart and SmarTimer to a pressure sensor that also lowers vibration. Four spare heads mean fewer trips to buy replacements.

In its favour

  • EasyStart and SmarTimer are both named in the title.
  • The pressure sensor flashes purple and reduces vibration when brushing is too hard.
  • Four G3 heads and a charging travel case are included.

Good to know

  • The four modes are not named, which makes picking one less obvious.
  • Battery life is not stated, and no power adapter is in the box.
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Listing title: Philips Sonicare 7100 Electric Toothbrush, Sonic Toothbrush with App, ...

No. 4 · PHILIPS

Sonicare DiamondClean 9000: 14-day battery, USB case

The DiamondClean 9000 states up to 14 days per charge and reminds you when to change the head. A reliable choice that rarely needs attention.

In its favour

  • Philips states up to 14 days of regular brushing on a full charge.
  • A brush head replacement reminder removes the need to track head age.
  • A light ring at the base shows when pressure is too high.

Good to know

  • Only one C3 head is included in the box, so spares are needed early.
  • Four modes and three intensities give 12 settings, more than some users want.
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Listing title: Philips Sonicare DiamondClean 9000 Electric Toothbrush - Sonic Toothbr...

No. 5 · PHILIPS

Sonicare 7900: White+ mode, 4 whitening heads, USB case

The 7900 adds a USB charging travel case, four W2 heads and app insights. A good fit for teens who travel for sport or school.

In its favour

  • A USB charging travel case lets the brush top up from a laptop or USB plug.
  • Four W2 Optimal White heads are included.
  • The Sonicare app gives a personalised dashboard and guidance.

Good to know

  • Pressure feedback is a gentle pulse, which is easier to miss than a light.
  • Battery life is not stated in the listing.
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Listing title: Philips Sonicare 7900 Electric Toothbrush, Sonic Toothbrush with App, ...

No. 6 · Oral-B

Oral-B iO5: 5 modes and colour pressure light

The iO5 has the same two soft modes as the iO6 and a colour pressure light, without a screen. A simpler option for a teenager's first electric brush.

In its favour

  • Sensitive and Super Sensitive modes are both included among five settings.
  • The pressure light glows red, white or green to show which way to adjust.
  • A spare head and a travel case are included.

Good to know

  • Only one spare head comes in the box, which may not last long with brackets.
  • No display is mentioned and battery life is not stated.
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Listing title: Oral-B iO5 Electric Toothbrush, Black, with Travel Case and Spare Head

No. 7 · PHILIPS

Sonicare Next-Gen DiamondClean 8000: 15 settings, display

A Next-Generation DiamondClean with an interactive display, 15 settings and pressure feedback that glows green. For teens who like a screen on the handle.

In its favour

  • Five modes and three intensities are chosen on the interactive display.
  • Pressure feedback glows green when pressure is right and gives post-brushing tips.
  • The Sonicare app tracks progress and shows real-time feedback.

Good to know

  • The travel case is not described as a charging case.
  • A timer is not mentioned in this listing, and only one head is included.
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Listing title: Philips Sonicare Next-Generation DiamondClean 8000 Sonic Electric Toot...

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