# Best electric toothbrushes in the UK: premium models compared Source: https://brushandfloss.co.uk/best/best-electric-toothbrush Publisher: Brush and Floss. Picks are based on what the Amazon listings state, not on hands-on testing. Method: https://brushandfloss.co.uk/how-we-pick Most premium electric toothbrushes in the UK come from two makers: Oral-B with its rotating iO range and Philips with its Sonicare sonic brushes. Both cover the basics well, so the real choice comes down to the extras. Do you want a display on the handle, a charger that shows feedback, a charging travel case, or several brush heads in the box? This guide compares eight flagship and upper mid-range models using only what each Amazon listing states: number of modes, intensity levels, how the brush tells you about pressure, app support, how it charges and which heads are included. Where a listing leaves something out, such as battery life, we say so rather than guess. Pick the brand whose head style you already like, then pick the model whose extras you will use every day. ## Products ### 1. Oral-B iO6 Electric Toothbrush, Black, with Travel Case and Spare Heads Gentle or sensitive setting: Sensitive and Super-Sensitive modes; Intensity levels: Not stated; Pressure feedback: Too hard, too soft or just right; Modes: 5 The iO6 names both Sensitive and Super-Sensitive modes and adds a three-way pressure sensor and display. The clearest gentle-mode choice in the Oral-B range here. In its favour: - Five named modes: Daily Clean, Intense Clean, Sensitive, Super-Sensitive and Whitening. - The iO pressure sensor signals too hard, too soft or just right, and the display shows time and battery level. - Spare heads and a travel case or brush head holder are included, and the app tracks where you brush. Good to know: - Oral-B says the battery lasts for days but gives no exact figure. - The case is not described as a charging case, and the charger is two-pin with no adapter. ### 2. Philips Sonicare Next-Generation DiamondClean 9900 Prestige Sonic Electric Toothbrush − with SenseIQ, Coverage Feedback, Pressure Feedback and 24 Settings, Quartz Black, HX9813/92 Gentle or sensitive setting: SenseIQ adapts intensity; Intensity levels: 3; Pressure feedback: Glows green at the right pressure; Modes: 8 The Next-Gen 9900 Prestige combines SenseIQ intensity control, 3 intensity levels and green-light pressure feedback on the handle. Suits anyone wanting the most control. In its favour: - SenseIQ adapts the intensity to your brushing style, according to Philips, with pressure feedback that glows green when pressure is right. - Coverage feedback glows blue for finished areas, and the handle display shows post-brushing feedback on spots you missed. - The box includes a Prestige charging travel case plus a charging base and glass, so home and away charging are both covered. Good to know: - Only one A3 All-in-One brush head comes in the box, so you will need to buy spares sooner than with multi-head sets. - The listing gives no battery life figure in days, which matters if you plan to rely on the travel case for long trips. ### 3. Oral-B iO9 Electric Toothbrush for Adults, Black, App Connected Handle, 7 Cleaning Modes, Includes 3 Brush Heads, Charging Travel Case and Head Holder, Long-Lasting Battery for Home Travel, 2 Pin Plug Modes: 7; Intensity levels: Not stated; Pressure feedback: Not stated; App: Yes, Oral-B app; Charging: Charging travel case; Heads in box: 3 The iO9 brings 7 modes, a coloured display, three heads and a charging travel case. A strong Oral-B choice if you want a case that charges. In its favour: - Seven clean modes and a coloured interactive display that tracks brushing time and shows battery level. - Three brush heads come in the box, along with a charging travel case and a brush head holder. - AI position detection tracks where you brush, and the handle connects to the Oral-B app. Good to know: - This listing does not mention the pressure sensor in its bullets, so check the box contents if that matters. - It ships with a two-pin charger and no adapter, which needs a shaver socket or a separate adapter. ### 4. Philips Sonicare DiamondClean 9900 Prestige Electric Toothbrush, with SenseIQ Technology and App, 5 Brushing Modes, 3 Intensity Levels, Charging Travel Case, Black, Model HX9992/43 Gentle or sensitive setting: SenseIQ lowers intensity if you press too hard; Intensity levels: 3; Pressure feedback: Light ring flashes; Modes: 5 The 9900 Prestige lowers intensity automatically when you press too hard, according to Philips, and flashes its light ring as a warning. A strong pick with four heads. In its favour: - SenseIQ lowers the intensity when you press too hard, according to Philips, and the light ring flashes as a pressure warning. - Five brushing modes and three intensity levels give a wide range of settings, from gentler to stronger brushing. - The set list includes four A3 Premium All-in-One heads, a charging travel case and a charging stand. Good to know: - There is no handle display on this generation, so coverage and session feedback live in the Sonicare app instead. - The listing does not state battery life in days or the bristle movements per minute. ### 5. Oral-B iO Series 10 Electric Toothbrush, 7 Cleaning Modes for Dental Care, iOSense, Colour Display, Charging Travel Case, Designed by Braun, Cosmic Black Case type: Charging travel case; Case charging: Not stated; Home charger: iOSense charging station; Battery: Not stated; Plug: Not stated The iO10 combines a charging travel case with its iOSense charging station at home. Note this listing is an international product. In its favour: - The iOSense charging station shows where, how long and with how much pressure you brushed, without opening the app. - Seven cleaning modes, a colour display and AI position detection with 3D tracking across 16 zones are listed. - A charging travel case is included, so the handle can top up on the move. Good to know: - The listing is an international product sold from abroad, so plug, labelling and instructions may differ from UK stock. - Battery life and the number of brush heads in the box are not stated on the page. ### 6. Oral-B iO7 Electric Toothbrushes For Adults, App Connected Handle, 1 Toothbrush Head & Travel Case, 5 Modes with Teeth Whitening, Black Modes: 5; Intensity levels: Not stated; Pressure feedback: Pressure sensor (specs); App: Yes, Oral-B app; Charging: 3 hour fast charger; travel case; Heads in box: 1 The iO7 keeps the display, app and fast charger of the iO8 with five modes. A practical step down if you do not need extra modes. In its favour: - Five cleaning modes chosen on the display, which also tracks brushing time, head changes and battery level. - A 3 hour fast charger and a travel case are included for trips. - The app tracks how and where you brush in real time, and the specs list Bluetooth and a pressure sensor. Good to know: - The travel case is a plain case, not a charging one, so take the charger on longer trips. - Only one brush head comes in the box and battery life in days is not stated. ### 7. Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart 9400 Electric Toothbrush, Sonic Toothbrush with App, Pressure Sensor, Brush Head Detection, 4 Brushing Modes and 3 Intensity Levels, Black, Model HX9917/89 Gentle or sensitive setting: 3 intensity levels; Intensity levels: 3; Pressure feedback: Light ring flashes; Modes: 4 The DiamondClean Smart 9400 lets you pick from 4 modes and 3 intensity levels, with a flashing light ring if you press too hard. A good mid-point. In its favour: - Four brushing modes and three intensity levels, with a light ring on the handle that flashes if you press too hard. - The box includes two heads (A3 Premium All-in-One and G3 Premium Gum Care), a charging glass and a USB charging travel case. - Brush head detection is listed in the title, and the handle connects to the Philips Sonicare app for brushing guidance. Good to know: - The listing does not give a battery figure in days, so you cannot plan trip length from the page alone. - There is no SenseIQ automatic intensity reduction here; that feature is reserved for the Prestige models in this range. ### 8. Philips Sonicare DiamondClean 9000 Electric Toothbrush - Sonic Toothbrush with App, Pressure Sensor, 4 Brushing Modes, 3 Intensity Levels, Charging Stand, USB Travel Case, White, Model HX9911/63 Gentle or sensitive setting: 3 intensity levels; Intensity levels: 3; Pressure feedback: Light ring at base; Modes: 4 The DiamondClean 9000 offers 12 settings from 4 modes and 3 intensities, with a light ring pressure warning. Suits buyers who want to fine-tune strength. In its favour: - Philips states up to 62,000 bristle movements per minute and up to 14 days of regular brushing on a full charge. - Four modes (Clean, White+, Gum Health, Deep Clean+) and three intensities give 12 settings in total. - Ships with a charging stand and a USB charging travel case, plus a brush head replacement reminder. Good to know: - Only one C3 Premium Plaque Control head is included, so budget for spare heads soon after buying. - There is no handle display; app pairing is needed for guided brushing and progress tips. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.