I've had the the iO8 for a little over a month now, so here goes...
After almost 15 years, my Sonicare finally bit the dust. It was a great toothbrush, but I used the opportunity to explore other options.
When I bought the iO8, the iO10 was the latest and greatest, but the iO10 was over 200 dollars more, and as far as I could tell, the only inherent differences where a base that lit up, a speckled handle (super cool aesthetic - that's not sarcasm) and an extra tongue cleaning mode? None of these could get me to justify the price difference so I got the 8 on sale.
Overall, I am VERY happy with switch over from Sonicare. The features I think are better than Sonicare are:
• the weight and form factor (I know things have changed in 15 years - my wife has a new Sonicare, so even compared to that I think this guy has a leg up).
• the LCD screen. This is really great. I thought it was a little gimmicky at first, but it does some great things. It lets me know how long I have been brushing, it's visible while brushing from my peripheral, it tells me the percentage of battery is left, and the visual rewards when you finish (I live for the starred-eye happy face) actually must do something, because I shoot to get that guy every time.
• the charging base is magnetic and heavier, which is not only more secure, but feels more modern.
• the rotating brush action feels closer to the dentist cleaning which I dig. My teeth feel cleaner after brushing with this compared to the Sonicare.
• the iO8 has more cleaning modes than the Sonicare. Granted I only use the intense mode, but that's me.
• I like that the timer on the iO8 just keeps going. The Sonicare just turns off after 2 minutes, but the iO8 will let you keep brushing if you choose to.
• while brushing, the iO8 will give periodic buzzes every 30 seconds. The Sonicare does too, but the iO8 will buzz a number of times to let you know which interval you are at. 30 = 1 buzz, 60 = 2 buzzes...resets after 2 minutes.
There is one area where iO8 falters compared to the Sonicare, and it's not so much the brush but the iO brush heads. For some reason, Oral-B decided to put two little holes towards on the head close to the brush itself. I can't decipher any functional reason, so it must be for aesthetics? When you brush your teeth, these holes collect saliva and feed it down the interior of the brush head where it naturally leaks out the bottom. For a second, I thought, as a 42 year old person, that I had forgotten how to not drool all over myself. Seriously Oral-B, get this together.
The iO8 also has an app that I have used a total of one time. I tend to brush my teeth in the shower most of the time and, even when I don't, I'm not going to watch my phone to determine where I have brushed well or not. So that's gimmicky. Also, and my dentist told me this before I got the iO8, Oral-B heads are taller than Sonicare heads. So if you have a tiny mouth (not me), you might want to reconsider.
As mentioned before, I REALLY like this toothbrush. When I see the dentist next l, I won't have to lie about brushing twice a day.
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| power source | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Corded Electric | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered |
| operation mode | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Semi-Automatic | Automatic |
| number of settings | 6 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| target audience | Unisex-Adults | Unisex-Adults | Unisex-Adults | Unisex-Adults | Unisex-Adults | Unisex-Adults |
| handle material | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic |
| weight | 1.16 pounds | — | — | 15.9 ounces | 299 grams | — |
3 months later
I wanted to give this time before I left a review and I’m here to tell y’all this toothbrush is the GOAT. I had a check up with the dental hygienist a couple of weeks ago (they tried to sell me this in office and I declined) I didn’t tell them I had been using this toothbrush but they could tell a huge difference. That was the solidity I noticed. I love the app, the tracking isn’t perfect but isn’t horrible. I didn’t realize at first you could pause mid brush to spit, so it was messy in the beginning. But yes you can pause and restart within 30 seconds. My toothbrush tells me good morning and good night, that’s my boo now. I’ve seen reviews about battery life…I charge it maybe once every 2 weeks or so and it’s fine. My mouth feels SO incredibly clean and with the pressure sensor along with tracker (on the app) I’ve realized I have been doing it all wrong…this toothbrush was a game changer and I have zero regrets with my purchase. I did wait for prime day so it was $170 instead of $250, but I firmly believe it’s well worth full price. Besides, you can’t put a price tag on your oral health!
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- Patrick BrownReviewed in Canada on May 1, 2024
Excellent toothbrush - all you need
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SilviaReviewed in Mexico on August 30, 2021
Excelente a producto.
Style: iO8 Power HandleColor: VioletametrineVerified Purchase - KeirraReviewed in Canada on December 28, 2024
Works Like A Charm 😁
Style: iO8 Power HandleColor: VioletametrineVerified Purchase
I was really nervous to use this toothbrush because I've only ever used a manual. When I received it, I read the instructions and sat a bit with my fear. I wanted to keep using the manual brush, but had thrown it out already, on purpose. Anyway, I picked myself up and decided I would give it a try. I felt a little uneasy and awkward at first, but then I picked up on how to use it and it was really easy afterwards.KeirraWorks Like A Charm 😁
Reviewed in Canada on December 28, 2024
In the first photo, there are teeth stains that I couldn't remove before using Oral B iO Series 8. I also felt the difference right after brushing as well. That plaque residue was gone, the stains are disappearing and my teeth are the healthiest I have ever had them.
I enjoy the little smiley face and the app, main reasons why I chose this brush. I don't use it to thoroughly clean my tongue (decided I'd get a scraper for that), but it doesn't do too badly, especially since it doesn't have the tongue cleaning mode on the model I have.
All in all, this toothbrush 🪥 is amazing 😍, it's comfortable to hold and worth the money spent. It's a great investment and it's actually fun to brush my teeth now. It fits well with my lifestyle, totally keeping it until I absolutely have to upgrade it.
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- Judy BReviewed in Canada on October 30, 2024
Great
Style: iO8 Power HandleColor: VioletametrineVerified Purchase - Vee JensonReviewed in Canada on December 29, 2024
Expensive but worth it
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