From Men's Health · Sean Zucker · · 2m
Best Electric Toothbrushes for Men in 2026
Electric toothbrushes simplify brushing and deliver better clean than manual options.
In brief
Electric toothbrushes simplify brushing and deliver better clean than manual options. Men's Health tested 7 electric toothbrushes for 2026, highlighting Oral-B iO Series 9 as best overall. Originally reported by Men's Health.
Quick answers
- Why Electric Toothbrushes?
- Electric toothbrushes simplify brushing and deliver a better clean by doing most of the work for you.
- What is the key takeaway from Best Electric Toothbrushes for Men in 2026?
- Men's Health tested 7 electric toothbrushes for 2026, highlighting Oral-B iO Series 9 as best overall.
Best Overall Electric Toothbrush
Oral-B iO Series 9 Electric Toothbrush delivers 10,500 oscillations per minute with seven customizable modes.
“I've long been using an electric toothbrush, so I didn't expect to be too blown away by this one. I was wrong.”
Best Sonic Electric Toothbrush
Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart 9700 offers 62,000 vibrations per minute with five modes and three intensity levels.
“I've long been using an electric toothbrush, so I didn't expect to be too blown away by this one. I was wrong.”
Longest Lasting Electric Toothbrush
Quip Rev 360 lasts at least five weeks on one charge with 9,630 oscillations per minute.
“I've used it for a month without recharging once.”
Best Battery Powered Electric Toothbrush
Colgate Total Battery Powered Toothbrush costs under $15 and lasts over a month with two AAA batteries.
“I get a little more than a month out of each set of batteries.”
Best Polishing Toothbrush
Supersmile Zina45 Deluxe includes a polishing head and magnetic USB charger for 33,000 vibrations per minute.
“I use mine after brushing, even if I brush with a separate toothbrush.”
Best Flossing Toothbrush
Waterpik Sonic-Fusion 2.0 integrates water flossing with a 30-second timer for ultra-clean mouth feel.
“It's like the water flosser is free.”
Best Sustainable Electric Toothbrush
SURI 2.0 uses UV-C light to kill 99 percent of germs and has plant-based, recyclable bristles.
“The head and bristles are eco-friendly, made from recyclable, plant-based cornstarch and castor oil.”
Sonic vs Oscillating
Sonic toothbrushes use high-frequency vibrations for gentle cleaning; oscillating brushes scrub teeth with rapid rotation.
“Sonic: These typically have a more traditionally shaped brush head and use high-frequency vibrations, pushing fluid and toothpaste between teeth.”
Key Features
Electric toothbrushes include timers, pressure sensors, and AI to track brushing habits and suggest improvements.
“The right features depend on what matters most to you.”
How We Selected
Men's Health tested eight toothbrushes for at least a month to judge comfort, ease of use, and long-term effectiveness.
“I spoke with dentists about their go-to brands, pulled in feedback from our original 2019 guide.”
Electric Toothbrush Care
Replace brush heads every few months and rinse thoroughly to prevent toothpaste and spit residue buildup.
“It's worth actually removing the brush head from time to time to wipe the attachment point.”
Old Toothbrushes
Old toothbrushes can be reused for detailed cleaning tasks like shower heads, hiking boots, and bathroom grout.
“Think: Shower heads, hiking boots, bathroom grout, your dishwasher filter, bird feeders.”
Why Electric Toothbrushes?
Electric toothbrushes simplify brushing and deliver a better clean by doing most of the work for you.
“They simplify brushing and deliver a better clean by doing most of the work for you.”
Best Overall
Oral-B iO Series 9 Electric Toothbrush is the best overall with seven customizable modes and ai feedback.
“I've long been using an electric toothbrush, so I didn't expect to be too blown away by this one. I was wrong.”
Best Deal
Quip Rev 360 Oscillating Toothbrush is now 21% off for $55.
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Best Battery Powered
Colgate Total Battery Powered Toothbrush costs under $15 with two AAA batteries.
“I get a little more than a month out of each set of batteries.”
The takeaway
Men's Health tested 7 electric toothbrushes for 2026, highlighting Oral-B iO Series 9 as best overall.
