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Philips Sonicare vs Waterpik
Waterpik comes out ahead overall.
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Best Philips Sonicare
Philips Sonicare Power Flosser 3000Quiet, gentle water flosser that cleans well, but durability is a concernSuits you if
- You share a bathroom or flossing noise bothers you
- Your gums are sensitive or your teeth have shifted
- You want a slim, modern-looking flosser that fits a small counter
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?
Waterpik is the stronger brand for water flossers right now. 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 17 expert reviews, analyzed 22,606 owner ratings and comments across 14 sources for every Philips Sonicare 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 63 vs 74 · reliability 46 vs 62
| Philips Sonicare | Waterpik | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Review score | 63 | 74 |
| Experts | 67 | 84 |
| Owners | 67 | 70 |
| Reliability | 46 | 62 |
| Models scored | 2 | 2 |
| Most reliable model | Philips Sonicare Cordless Power Flosser 3000 | Waterpik Aquarius WP-660 |
Averages across scored models. ● marks the better number on each row.
Questions people actually ask
Which is better, Philips Sonicare or Waterpik?
Waterpik, on balance. Its models do better overall.
Based on: Average Product Review score 63 for Philips Sonicare vs 74 for Waterpik.Which brand is more reliable, Philips Sonicare or Waterpik?
Waterpik. Its models are less likely to give you trouble.
Based on: Average reliability 46 vs 62.What is the best Philips Sonicare water flosser?
The Philips Sonicare Power Flosser 3000. It suits you if you share a bathroom or flossing noise bothers you.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Philips Sonicare models (64).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).