The Best Electric Toothbrushes For Travelers In 2022

The Philips Sonicare Protective Clean 5100 is a level up from the 4100, thanks to a few more cleaning modes and a travel case. It offers everything you need in a rechargeable electric toothbrush and then some.

I love that it has three cleaning modes. They are clean, whitening, and gum care; a pressure sensor and built-in timer; and BrushSync technology, which alerts you when it’s time to replace the brush head. 

It comes with a sleek travel case to protect both the handle and brush head on my voyages. Just make sure the brush is charged up before your trip, and you’re good to go.

My favorite feature of this sonic toothbrush is the pressure sensor in the oscillating replacement brush heads. The benefit of an electric toothbrush is to let the brush do the work and prevent under or over-brushing.

The Philips Sonicare Protective Clean 5100 takes that one step further by alerting me with a vibration in the handle if I’m exerting too much pressure. It’s a nice little feature on a brush that already knocks it out of the park.

If you’re looking for an excellent sonic electric toothbrush and money isn’t an issue, you can’t go wrong with the Philips Sonicare Protective Clean 1500.

If you’re looking for a budget alternative to the Protective Clean 5100, the Philips One by Sonicare is a fabulous option for a similar brushing experience. It’s a powered toothbrush that offers similar features, including a travel case, timer, and pacer for brushing, and a grippy, slim handle that is tactically and visually appealing.

I like the fact that this brush gives you options, coming in both a rechargeable model and a battery-operated model.

The battery-operated brush comes in a range of fun colorways, including midnight blue, mint blue, miami (a salmon pink), and mango (yellow). The rechargeable version of this dentist-recommended toothbrush offers a different selection, including snow, shimmer (peach), shadow (black), and sage.

The variety of colorways and power options give the Philips One more of a luxe feel compared to other budget brushes. Plus, the versatility makes this toothbrush a perfect gift for jetsetters; choose the battery-operated option, and there’s no need to pack a charger. Just slip the entire brush into the travel case, and you’re all set!

One thing to note is that this brush isn’t quite as powerful as some other electric brushes on the market. It’s a great starting point in the world of electric toothbrushes for frequent travelers, but its power may leave something to be desired for those who ditched the manual toothbrush a long time ago.

In my opinion, toothbrushes don’t get any sleeker or more stylish than the Quip Metal Adult Electric Toothbrush. The streamlined metal handle comes in four polished shades — silver, slate, copper, and gold.

Even better — it does not need a clunky cord or charging station, thanks to its battery-operated status. Compared to most of the dated toothbrushes gracing drugstore shelves, the Quip metal brush is downright futuristic.

It boasts all of the features I look for in any electric toothbrush:

• It’s approved by the American Dental Association for plaque removal and reduction of gingivitis.
• It’s water-resistant.
• It has timed pulses to guide you as you brush different sections of your mouth, a key factor in thorough brushing habits.

The best part about this toothbrush, though, is how functional it is for travel. It runs on AAA batteries rather than recharging with a cord, meaning it stores (and travels) just like a manual brush.

No need to worry about packing a cord or charging block in your carry-on next time you fly — just bring your brush and some toothpaste! It’s pretty compact compared to other electric toothbrushes, which tend to take up a lot more room in your carry-on.

Quip is a subscription-based service, and if you sign up for the subscription, they’ll send you a new toothbrush head and new battery every three months for $5 (Three months is the estimated lifespan of those AAA batteries).

That’ll earn you some big savings compared to other budget electric brushes with non-replaceable heads. Overall, the Quip Metal Adult Electric Toothbrush is an affordable and stylish option that doesn’t sacrifice functionality for looks.

Another sleek and stylish electric toothbrush option, the Brüush Electric Toothbrush Kit proves once again that there’s no need to sacrifice functionality at the altar of style. This brush comes in five different colors and boasts a whopping six different cleaning modes, including daily, white, gentle, gum, max, and tongue (which is targeted for the tongue cleaner on the back of the Brüush’s head).

Electric brushes are generally much better for gum health than manual toothbrushes, and with so many brushing modes to choose from, the Brüush just takes that up a notch. If you tend to struggle with dental hygiene — perhaps you’ve got gingivitis or sensitive teeth or just can’t seem to make flossing with string or a water flosser a regular habit (no shame) — this could be the brush for you.

Like Quip, Brüush is also a subscription service. Sign up and they’ll send you three replacement toothbrush heads every six months for 10 percent off the sticker price — plus, for every replacement head they ship out, Brüush will donate an oral care kit to someone in need. It’s hard to argue with those perks.

This Oral B electric toothbrush is a safe bet for consumers looking for a simple and functional electric toothbrush at a reasonable price point. Without the tech and fancy add-ons of other brushes, the Oral B Pro 1000 clocks in at around $50. The entry-friendly price and more user-friendly experience make this a fan favorite for a reason. 

It comes with one cleaning mode and a timer with pacers for improved brushing habits. It also has a pressure sensor, which automatically reduces brush movements when it detects the user is brushing a little too hard. I like how simple and small this toothbrush is in comparison to other electric brushes on the market right now. It packs well in a carry-on, which is one of the key things I consider with every purchase I make.

The one drawback to this brush is that the charge time only lasts around ten days, which is low compared to some of the other options, especially if you frequently travel and don’t want to worry about accidentally bringing an uncharged toothbrush on your trip. But, the big picture is that all of these features for an affordable ADA-approved rechargeable brush make for a great deal.