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Philips Sonicare vs Quip
Philips Sonicare comes out ahead overall.
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Best Philips Sonicare
Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean 4100A simple, affordable sonic brush that cleans impressively wellSuits you if
- You're new to electric toothbrushes and want something simple to start with
- You have sensitive gums and want a brush that eases you in gently
- You want strong cleaning and the essential features without paying for extras
Best Quip
Quip SonicSleek, simple travel brush, but durability is a real worrySuits you if
- You're switching from a manual brush and want something simple
- You travel often and want a slim brush with a long-lasting battery
- You like a minimalist look and have little counter space
The short version
Philips Sonicare is the stronger brand for electric toothbrushes right now. The best single model of the two is the Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean 4100, which suits you if you're new to electric toothbrushes and want something simple to start with.
We researched 15 expert reviews, analyzed 92,031 owner ratings and comments across 13 sources for every Philips Sonicare and Quip model we cover, and cross-checked them into one verdict, so you don't have to.
See the evidence
Brand scoreboardAverage score 71 vs 54 · reliability 39 vs 0
| Philips Sonicare | Quip | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Review score | 71 | 54 |
| Experts | 88 | 75 |
| Owners | 71 | 60 |
| Reliability | 39 | 0 |
| Models scored | 3 | 1 |
| Most reliable model | Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean 4100 | Quip Sonic |
Averages across scored models. ● marks the better number on each row.
Quick answers
Which is better, Philips Sonicare or Quip?
Philips Sonicare, on balance. Its models do better overall.
Based on: Average Product Review score 71 for Philips Sonicare vs 54 for Quip.Which brand is more reliable, Philips Sonicare or Quip?
Philips Sonicare. Its models are less likely to give you trouble.
Based on: Average reliability 39 vs 0.What is the best Philips Sonicare electric toothbrush?
The Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean 4100. It suits you if you're new to electric toothbrushes and want something simple to start with.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Philips Sonicare models (81).What is the best Quip electric toothbrush?
The Quip Sonic. It suits you if you're switching from a manual brush and want something simple.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Quip models (54).