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Burst vs Waterpik
Too close to call: it comes down to the model.
The verdict in 10 seconds
Best Burst
Burst Water FlosserLong-lasting, gentle cordless flosser with a tank that empties fastSuits you if
- You want a cordless flosser that goes a long time between charges
- You travel often and want something compact with easy charging
- You like having a few pressure settings to choose from
Best Waterpik
Waterpik Aquarius WP-660Powerful, well-equipped countertop flosser that can get splashySuits you if
- You wear braces or have implants, bridges, crowns or gum pockets
- Your gums are sensitive and you want fine control over pressure
- Several people in your home will share one flosser
Which brand wins?
Brand for brand, Burst and Waterpik are closely matched. The best single model of the two is the Waterpik Aquarius WP-660, which suits you if you wear braces or have implants, bridges, crowns or gum pockets.
We researched 13 expert reviews, analyzed 9,241 owner ratings and comments across 13 sources for every Burst and Waterpik model we cover, and cross-checked them into one verdict, so you don't have to.
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Brand scoreboardAverage score 76 vs 74 · reliability 90 vs 62
| Burst | Waterpik | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Review score | 76 | 74 |
| Experts | 66 | 84 |
| Owners | 78 | 70 |
| Reliability | 90 | 62 |
| Models scored | 1 | 2 |
| Most reliable model | Burst Water Flosser | Waterpik Aquarius WP-660 |
Averages across scored models. ● marks the better number on each row.
Questions people actually ask
Which is better, Burst or Waterpik?
Neither, clearly. Choose the model, not the brand.
Based on: Average Product Review score 76 for Burst vs 74 for Waterpik.Which brand is more reliable, Burst or Waterpik?
Burst. Its models are less likely to give you trouble.
Based on: Average reliability 90 vs 62.What is the best Burst water flosser?
The Burst Water Flosser. It suits you if you want a cordless flosser that goes a long time between charges.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Burst models (76).What is the best Waterpik water flosser?
The Waterpik Aquarius WP-660. It suits you if you wear braces or have implants, bridges, crowns or gum pockets.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Waterpik models (77).