Oral-B AdvancePower vs Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean 5100
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#1: Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean 5100
#2: Oral-B AdvancePower
75/100
60/100
Ease of use
Programme selection button and separate start button, making the toothbrush easy to use.
With only one mode, no timer and no pace timer it couldn't be easier to use. Just one button to start and stop the toothbrush.
Features
Three brushing modes, and a pressure sensor to warn if you're pressing too hard. Removable brush heads and a travel case.
Comes with two AA batteries. Brush head is removable and can be replaced.
Look and feel
Shiny white plastic with transparent plastic around the buttons. Attractive and understated.
Basic looking budget design.
Pros
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| Pressure sensor |
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| Replaceable batteries |
Cons
| No travel charger |
| Somewhat slow |
Verdict
A good mid-range toothbrush, with most of the features you'll need.
The bargain basement option, but still a step up from a normal toothbrush.
Features and specifications
| The manufacturer says |
The Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean, with unique sonic technology, sweeps away plaque giving you an amazingly effective, yet gentle clean. Our built-in pressure sensor lets you know if you're brushing too hard, to help protect your teeth and gums.
Power up to a better clean with the Oral-B Expert Precision Clean battery-powered toothbrush. Your teeth and gums will feel pampered because you are removing more plaque than a regular manual toothbrush each time you brush.
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| Ease of use Programme selection button and separate start button, making the toothbrush easy to use. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Look and feel Shiny white plastic with transparent plastic around the buttons. Attractive and understated. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Ease of use With only one mode, no timer and no pace timer it couldn't be easier to use. Just one button to start and stop the toothbrush. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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