Slim and simple to use, the Sonicare 2100 Series
is an affordable toothbrush that has most of the features you need.
Although it cleans the teeth well,
in my opinion, you are better off considering an alternative toothbrush.
Hey, it’s Jon from Electric Teeth here.
Having tested lots of electric toothbrushes, we believe the essential features you need
in your brush are, a 2 minute timer, 30 second pacer and a pressure sensor.
The 2100 lacks a pressure sensor, so there is no way of knowing if you are brushing
with too much force. As such, I can’t recommend this as an absolute must buy.
The 3100 Series from Sonicare is almost identical to the 2100,
but does have that missing pressure sensor built in.
But, the 3100 isn’t the alternative brush I think you should consider.
Available in 3 different colour options,
the 2100 is marginally slimmer and lighter than the majority of electric toothbrushes.
Despite a lack of gripping points on the brush handle,
the matt finish results in the brush feeling more secure in the hand than anticipated.
The handle is easy to wipe clean and helps prevent the buildup of gunk
and toothpaste residue which is often inevitable.
One of the compromises of the slimmer handle is the battery life.
It achieves a little over 2 weeks, compared to many other Sonicare models
that typically offer 3+ weeks. But, compared to Oral-B models, battery life is nigh on identical.
When the battery does need recharging you can use the new USB charging stand. It offers
more versatility than most charging stands and is particularly convenient for travel.
The downside for many though is that you don’t get a USB plug adapter, and
you won’t be able to charge this from your 2 pin shaver socket found in bathrooms here in the UK.
If it helps, the 2100 will work with Sonicare’s traditional charging stand
if you own one of these already.
The 2100 has just 1 cleaning mode. This is a no-nonsense
approach. Power it on and get brushing.
Like most Sonicare brushes the 2100 has a built-in 2 minute timer and 30 second pacer.
These encourage you to brush all the teeth in the mouth evenly and for the right amount of time.
The 2100 actually automatically powers off after 2 minutes,
making it very clear you have brushed for the required time.
As you would hope and probably expect, this brush cleans the teeth really well.
But, something to be aware of is that the 2100 offers only 31, 000 bristle movements per minute,
compared to the more typical 62,000 of most Sonicare models.
It isn’t all that easy to feel or see this difference, but it does exist.
You don’t get the ultimate Sonicare cleaning experience here.
Let me be clear though, the cleaning results and performance are more than satisfactory.
Power or bristle movements alone are not a reason to discount this brush.
The 2100 comes with one C1 ProResults brush head, which is great for everyday cleaning.
Sonicare offers a broader range of interchangeable brush heads.
Each is in theory designed for different purposes.
The supplied ProResults or the G2 Optimal Gum Care head are our preferred options.
Philips is often considered a premium and quality brand.
The construction and materials of the brush reaffirm this.
Despite this, the 2100 is very competitively priced.
I purchased this for just £29, which is pretty reasonable.
But, factor in the cost of replacement brush heads, which are typically
twice that of the Oral-B equivalents, and the 2100 becomes a more expensive option.
Unless you are particularly brand loyal, my recommendation is the Oral-B Pro 2 2500.
It is cheaper to own over the life of the toothbrush. It has a pressure sensor
and a travel case in the box. You do too have an additional, sensitive cleaning mode available.
For a more detailed written review, or to buy the 2100 and my pick,
the Oral-B Pro 2 2500, click the links in the description.
However, it’s worth knowing you can have a really great toothbrush,
but it is no good if you are using it all wrong.
Or, if you are not doing other important tasks to keep your teeth and gums healthy.
This video demonstrates how to master your oral care routine.