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Philips Sonicare Essence Sonic Electric Rechargeable Toothbrush White FFP

Last Updated: November 25, 2018 (Refresh Now)

8.0

SCORE

/10

Total Reviews

1000

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Cleaning

391

teeth, toothbrush, teeth feel, dentist, brushing

+85%

-15%

" ... Clean mouth speaks volumes. ... "

" ... My teeth have never felt so clean. ... "

" ... Although my teeth are completely healthy my gums have slightly receded as I've gotten older. ... and stuff isn't getting stuck between my teeth as much. ... "

" ... 1) the battery pack is, according to the manual, both dishwasher safe and will need periodic cleaning. ... try cleaning your toothbrush or reading the users manual. ... "

" ... It takes a few days to get used to the vibration but your teeth are so clean you will never go back to a regular tooth brush. ... This was probably my 5th Sonicare tooth brush. ... "

" ... I really like my Philips Sonicare Essence toothbrush. ... "

" ... They say it "tickles" unlike our Oral B which they think grinds at their teeth. ... "

" ... Love the effectiveness of the toothbrush but only four stars because it is a nuisance to keep clean. ... "

Product Reliability

170

sonicare, toothbrush, lasted, years ago, ago

+63%

-37%

" ... I've been using it for a couple of weeks now and I can tell it's having a positive effect. ... "

" ... I love this thing and have been using it for years. ... "

" ... I've been using them for 10+ years. ... "

" ... It seems just like the one that I just replaced, which I had for years and years. ... They have a 2 year warranty and, if you register they extend it for 6 more months. ... "

" ... Just love the product, have used this brand for over 10 years. ... "

" ... I say I charge it for about 10 hours every 2 weeks. ... "

" ... I have been using a Sonicare for over ten years (the same one!) ... "

" ... My old sonicare failed a couple of years ago. ... "

Price

143

toothbrush, waste, beat, 20, sale

+89%

-11%

" ... It produces the same results as the more expensive mid-range models. ... "

" ... Can't beat the price . ... "

" ... Even better than the Costco price. ... "

" ... I bought it on sale so the price was great. ... "

" ... Works as well as the more expensive models at a very reasonable price. ... Definitely worth it. ... "

" ... Worth the price. ... "

" ... Really good value. ... I bought the exact same product that my daughter has for 1/3 the price. ... "

" ... A great buy for the price. ... "

Charging

142

charging, toothbrush, battery, lasts, brush

+68%

-32%

" ... I travel often and the charger with cord wrap is very handy. ... "

" ... The battery lasts a few weeks and charges up within a few hours. ... "

" ... They last a pretty long time before I need to charge it. ... I say I charge it for about 10 hours every 2 weeks. ... "

" ... Works great and does not require frequent charges. ... "

" ... It works well and holds a charge for a long time ... "

" ... I like the fact that it has a charging base that doesn't require anything but to put the toothbrush back upright. ... "

" ... Great value, works well, and the charging dock doesn’t rake up too much space. ... "

" ... I charge it about once every 3 weeks because it holds the charge so long. ... "

Shave Quality

119

electric, sonicare, teeth, dentist, first electric toothbrush

+89%

-11%

" ... I love Sonicare toothbrushes. ... "

" ... My dentist loves it. ... "

" ... I worked in the dental field for over 30 years and highly recommend this brush, as do my dentist and hygienist. ... "

" ... I went to the dentist the other day and when i told them that i use an electric toothbrush, they immediately knew that i was using Philips Sonicare because its results are evident!! ... "

" ... Very nice electric toothbrush ... "

" ... sonic brushing is the best feeling. ... "

" ... It's effortless and takes so much less time to clean your teeth than with a normal toothbrush. ... The difference in the clean vs. a regular toothbrush is NIGHT AND DAY! ... "

" ... Best toothbrush ever. ... "

Comfort

116

teeth, mouth, toothbrush, dentist, brushing

+80%

-20%

" ... Makes my teeth feel really clean. ... "

" ... LOVE- how my teeth feel after I brush. ... "

" ... Feels like a professional clean every time ... "

" ... I like the Essence model best because the sonic action is long lasting and most powerful, however, it takes more effort to keep the head clean. ... "

" ... could be less chunky but got a good weight in my hands. ... "

" ... This is my first electric toothbrush and my teeth feel s squeaky clean after I use it. ... "

" ... I swear it is the longest two minutes of your life but I think my teeth feel very clean afterwards. ... "

" ... with this toothbrush her teeth look great. ... "

Battery Life

108

charge, weeks, lasts, long time, holds a charge

+70%

-30%

" ... I had the non rechargeable version for a few years and liked it minus burning through batteries. ... "

" ... The battery lasts a few weeks and charges up within a few hours. ... "

" ... I bought this to replace an 8 year old Sonicare whose batteries would no longer hold a charge. ... "

" ... They last a pretty long time before I need to charge it. ... I say I charge it for about 10 hours every 2 weeks. ... "

" ... This battery/handle worked right out of the box. ... "

" ... It works well and holds a charge for a long time ... "

" ... A real bonus is that the battery lasts a very long time. ... "

" ... I charge it about once every 3 weeks because it holds the charge so long. ... "

Ease of Cleaning

teeth, cleaner, teeth feel, cleaning, feel so clean

+86%

-14%

" ... My teeth have never felt so clean. ... "

" ... Makes my teeth feel really clean. ... "

" ... My teeth just feel cleaner. ... "

" ... Cleans teeth on a corpse well. ... "

" ... like coming back from a cleaning from the dentist. ... "

" ... my teeth have never felt so clean! ... "

" ... My teeth feel and look so much cleaner. ... "

" ... You end up having to seperate the handle from the brush and clean them both after each use. ... "

Build Quality

years, toothbrush, head, brush, teeth

+52%

-48%

" ... Since the body is completely sealed and uses magnets to vibrate the head all you need to do is simply unscrew the head after you brush and rinse everything out. ... "

" ... The first time I brushed my teeth with this I could barely stand it. ... "

" ... Really feels good. ... "

" ... After I brush my teeth, I unscrew it & hang it upside down from the metal rack on the back of my bathroom door to let it air dry. ... "

" ... That said, it would have been better if it were easier to clean the body and stand recesses. ... "

" ... 1) the blue grip surfaces on the handle are soft and the two-year-old handle is showing signs of fraying. ... I haven't tried the rubber glove trick. ... "

" ... The whole upper portion--nut, metal plates, and brush are replaced, not just the brush head . ... "

" ... I had my other one for over 5 years and only had to replace it because I dropped it. ... "

Returns

replaced, replacement, replace, late to return, window

+37%

-63%

" ... I’m so upset what a waste of $ too late to return and now I’m out 30.00 ! ... "

" ... Anyway, can't return it, too much time has gone by. ... "

" ... Now its too late to return as I already threw the packaging out and used it. ... "

" ... Then I found it was not returnable. ... "

" ... I cannot return it for some reason and that is disheartening. ... "

" ... Amazon will not process a return and Sonicare told me to contact Amazon. ... "

" ... Maybe it's me because I haven't used an electric in a while, but I find myself unable to use this because it's way too powerful and contact with gums ,lips or inner mouth area is like sticking a fork in a socket ... "

" ... I discontinued immediately. ... "

Design

pink, design, design flaw, teeth, dentist

+62%

-38%

" ... My teeth always sparkle & shine. ... "

" ... with this toothbrush her teeth look great. ... "

" ... I also happen to love the cute pattern, which I've never seen anywhere else. ... "

" ... The first time I brushed my teeth with this I could barely stand it. ... "

" ... Really feels good. ... "

" ... We finally caved and got this for our 7 year old because it makes a world of difference when I check how well she brushed. ... "

" ... The color is so cute. ... "

" ... I love the pink! ... "

Marketplace

expected, like, january, heads, works

+73%

-28%

" ... You can also get replaceable heads on Amazon. ... "

" ... Great, as described! ... "

" ... I’m so glad I checked Amazon. ... "

" ... I would say the toothbrushes thank for that. ... "

" ... Amazon took care of me and the product I bought is a good product. ... "

" ... This is easily one of the best buys I've made on Amazon. ... "

" ... Not disappointed, especially since the Amazon prince about 25% of the price at two national chain drugstores we have locally. ... Might be cheaper at Walmart but I didn't look after I found this product at Amazon. ... "

" ... It was no big deal, though. ... "

For Kids

got, daughter, son, children, year old

+94%

-6%

" ... But overall the kids like it. ... "

" ... Actually my husband loves it. ... "

" ... I gave this to my son at Christmas, and he loves it! ... "

" ... My son use them every day. ... "

" ... Bought this Sonicare as a gift for my son. ... "

" ... My husband and 6 year old daughter also use sonicare toothbrushes and they love them as well. ... "

" ... Just got 3 new ones for my children. ... "

" ... Got these for the kids. ... "

Hair

sonicare, toothbrush, brush head, head, electric

+67%

-33%

" ... Finally decided to go the electric toothbrush route now that the Sonicare line has gotten so inexpensive. ... "

" ... Unless you need different brush head options, don't waste your money. ... "

" ... Works well, keeps a good long charge,and I think does a better job than the diamond head Sonicare that I quit using. ... "

" ... The timer is nice and the brush head has held up well, isn't too abrasive like other electric brushes I've had in the past. ... "

" ... It's inexpensive for an electric toothbrush and does a fine job. ... "

" ... This handle is inexpensive for a Sonicare and should last long enough to burn through all the old style brush heads we have. ... "

" ... My periodontist recommended Sonicare toothbrushes for better gum care. ... "

Ease of Use

sonicare, toothbrush, easy to clean, much space, electric

+88%

-12%

" ... very helpful and easy to use. ... "

" ... easy to use and set up. ... "

" ... It’s easy to use. ... "

" ... Easy to use, and I like that it has a timer. ... "

" ... First time user, love it. ... "

" ... I love how much of the overall design and utility of this toothbrush does have the user in mind because of the "easy brush" feature that slowly ramps up the intensity of the toothbrush and the "2-minute automatic shut off" feature that lets me know when I am done brushing my teeth. ... "

" ... easy to sue. ... Simple but all you need. ... "

Bluetooth

brush, model, love this tooth, brushes, sonicare tooth brush

+91%

-9%

" ... Best tooth brush ever! ... "

" ... This was probably my 5th Sonicare tooth brush. ... "

" ... I love this tooth brush. ... "

" ... all you have to do is hold it gently and move over one tooth at a time. ... "

" ... This has been my favorite tooth brush for years and I mean lots of years. ... "

" ... I love this tooth brush! ... "

" ... Best tooth brush I have ever had. ... "

Capacity

bought, members, one for everyone, member, third

+100%

" ... So much that I have bought one for everyone in my family. ... "

" ... It is powerful, effective, and doesn’t take up too much room on my bathroom counter. ... "

" ... We have two in our family. ... "

" ... This is the third one I've bought for a family member and I'm sure I will buy more. ... "

" ... So much better than any other toothbrush our family has used. ... "

" ... Working on getting one for each person in our household. ... "

" ... I was so impressed that I also bought one for each of my family memebers! ... "

Features

features, toothbrush, models, second quad timer, 30 second quad

+86%

-14%

" ... This (most inexpensive model) does not have a timer to remind you to change quadrants. ... "

" ... The price of this apparently entry level Sonicare is a lot less than the more elaborate models. ... "

" ... the automatic timer is great. ... "

" ... This one I found to be the best brush for the price by far, if you're not into all the fancy features that really racks up the price on the other brushes. ... "

" ... I find that it brushes just as well as the more expensive models with more features. ... "

" ... that's a handy feature. ... "

" ... The timer is nice. ... "

Wash Programs

2 minute timer, two minute, love the automatic, interval, 30 second timer

+80%

-20%

" ... The 2 minute timer is awesome. ... "

" ... the automatic timer is great. ... "

" ... The timer is nice. ... "

" ... I love the automatic 2 minute timer on it too. ... "

" ... This version has 2 minute timer. ... "

" ... And it has a handy timer ... "

Overall performance

speed, gets the job, done, whereas, unit

+100%

" ... Does a good job. ... "

" ... Quite simple, but gets the job done. ... "

" ... Works really well. ... "

" ... Does the job. ... "

" ... They all have one job anyways! ... "

" ... It works wonders and its super powerful. ... "

" ... Works fine but . ... It does the job . ... "

" ... I don't have to brush up and down as much because it does it by itself and really fast speed. ... "

For Travel

travel, sonicare, traveling, international, duel

+88%

-12%

" ... I got it for travel, as I wanted to be sure I had a good one on the road. ... "

" ... Have taken on a week long trip and served well without charging once. ... "

" ... The 1st one I had was great and I only ordered this 2nd one because I'm on a long trip and forgot mine. ... "

" ... Have one at home - wanted one for travel. ... "

" ... I bought this one for my suitcase when traveling. ... "

" ... A useful tool especially when traveling. ... "

" ... I keep mine on the charger most of the time, but have been able to use it several days on one charge during vacations. ... "

" ... Perfect for taking a vacation. ... "

As Gift

christmas, son, got, bought one, toothbrush

+100%

" ... Bought a few gift ones after making sure that it's what I was looking for. ... "

" ... I gave this to my son at Christmas, and he loves it! ... "

" ... Bought this Sonicare as a gift for my son. ... "

" ... That means a lot to me since the sonicare toothbrushes I had bought were Xmas gifts. ... "

" ... Got this for my son in law for Christmas. ... "

" ... I also purchased one for my boyfriend, and he has loved his as well. ... "

" ... I'm actually planning on buying these as Christmas presents for a a couple friends of ming. ... "

Size

travel case, travel bag, toothbrush, smaller, handle

+67%

-33%

" ... Delighted with this small 'footprint' and excellent simplicity of use. ... "

" ... The handle Does feel larger, heavier, clunkier. ... "

" ... Have one at home - wanted one for travel. ... "

" ... I bought this one for my suitcase when traveling. ... "

" ... This product had a smaller charging base which is what I needed for my small space. ... "

" ... The slightly smaller size of the handle and much smaller charger base makes the Essence more travel friendly. ... "

" ... Also, not too huge and easy to travel with. ... "

" ... Now I have two, one for the travel bag and one for the bathroom. ... "

Delivery

delivered, shipping, right, quickly, promised

+93%

-7%

" ... Fast shipping great price ... "

" ... arrived in good shape ... "

" ... The delivery here was perfect. ... "

" ... They had a new toothbrush delivered in two days and the new one is flawless. ... "

" ... It was powerful right out of the box. ... "

" ... Product arrived on time. ... "

" ... Bought at a great price and delivered by Amazon to my door as a present for my wife who had an aversion to electrics. ... "

Drying

head, brush, air dry, rinse, mold

+23%

-77%

" ... Regular wiping down and drying isn't enough. ... "

" ... You LITERLALLY have to take it apart every day and rinse it with hot water and then let it air dry to avoid mold. ... "

" ... I allow them to dry overnight to stop that from accumulating in the brush head & nothing seems to work. ... "

" ... I tried to rinse and dry the toothbrush after every use, hoping that would prevent mold on the inside. ... "

" ... Mold still grew back despite leaving the brush head off to let the insides dry. ... "

" ... > You need to take the bush head off after every use (to let it dry out)--- otherwise a black slime garden will grow inside (below the brush retainer cap). ... "

" ... To avoid mold build-up, I unscrew the tooth brush piece, rinse and let it air dry every night. ... "

" ... The head shouldn't be left on the holder, but rinsed and left out to dry ... ditto the holder, which should be returned to its stand dry. ... "

Water Resistance

gets, wet, toothbrush, head, gross

+18%

-82%

" ... Water leaks in, gets trapped and mildews. ... "

" ... I've tried everything to keep it from getting wet inside, but that is impossible. ... "

" ... Similar to other reviews, water accumulates in the body of the device and can’t be cleaned out. ... "

Washer Dryer

holder, head, mold, air dry, washer

+30%

-70%

" ... Regular wiping down and drying isn't enough. ... "

" ... I tried to rinse and dry the toothbrush after every use, hoping that would prevent mold on the inside. ... "

" ... Mold still grew back despite leaving the brush head off to let the insides dry. ... "

" ... Still have to use power washer. ... "

" ... The head shouldn't be left on the holder, but rinsed and left out to dry ... ditto the holder, which should be returned to its stand dry. ... "

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