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Philips Sonicare - 4100 Power Toothbrush - Black

Model: HX3681/24
SKU: 6485362
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Customers are saying

Customers are pleased with the overall performance, long battery life, and ease of use of this product. Users also frequently highlight the convenience of the built-in timer, the sufficient power, and the travel-friendly design. While the majority of feedback is positive, some customers noted that they would prefer more included accessories and found the cost of replacement heads to be a bit high. Overall, the product is well-regarded for its functionality and thoughtful design.

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Features
  • Plaque Removal

    The C2 Optimal Plaque brush head with soft, flexible, stain-removal bristles helps whiten and polish your teeth; it also removes up to 700% better plaque than a manual toothbrush

  • Advanced Sonic Technology

    Electric toothbrush for adults providing gentle yet effective cleaning: the Advanced Sonic Technology pulses fluid between teeth and along the gumline for even more effective oral care

  • Safe and gentle electric toothbrush with pressure sensor

    If you apply too much pressure, the handle will pulse slightly, reminding you to ease off the pressure, protecting your teeth and gums

  • Optimize your routine

    EasyStart for a gradual, gentle increase in brushing power, SmarTimer informing when you've reached 2 minutes, and QuadPacer to brush each section of a mouth for 30 seconds

  • Brush head replacement reminder

    Tracks how often and how hard you brush, then notifies you when it's time to replace the brush head; dental professionals recommend changing your brush head regularly

  • Long battery life

    Rechargeable toothbrush providing up to 14 days of regular brushing on a full charge

  • #1 dental professional recommended sonic toothbrush brand worldwide

    Benefit from Philips expertise to keep your teeth and gums in the best condition

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Specifications
  • Timer
    Yes
    Rechargeable
    Yes
    App Compatible
    No
    Number of Brush Heads Included
    1
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Reviews

Customers are sayingCustomers are pleased with the overall performance, long battery life, and ease of use of this product. Users also frequently highlight the convenience of the built-in timer, the sufficient power, and the travel-friendly design. While the majority of feedback is positive, some customers noted that they would prefer more included accessories and found the cost of replacement heads to be a bit high. Overall, the product is well-regarded for its functionality and thoughtful design.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
  • Overall Performance (379)
  • Battery Life (187)
  • Ease of Use (135)
  • Timer (61)
  • Power (41)
  • Included Accessories (11)
  • Cleaning (9)
  • Replacement Heads (5)
  • Speed (5)

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Value for a Feature Filled Toothbrush

    I have had an electric toothbrush for many years now but it was finally time to replace it - I found this new Sonicare 4100 and thought I would give it a try and I am very impressed so far!! PROS: - The toothbrush itself is very slim and comfortable to hold! I was really happy with it not being too bulky, and just overall the design is really nice. - It has plenty of power! To be specific, you have two power options to choose from and both are great. What’s nice is that although it is powerful, its still quiet and feels very stable. - As I touched on, you have two power levels. Once you start the toothbrush, if you tap the power button again within 2 seconds it will change power level. So basically between a standard level and a more powerful level, but once you know what works best the toothbrush will always keep it at that level! And if you want to change, just cycle through the levels again once you start up the toothbrush. - Once you start the toothbrush, it has this internal timer that will buzz when it wants you to change the area of the mouth you are brushing. So it divides your timed brush session into four 30 sec areas to make sure you do everything correctly. Pretty nice feature! - The toothbrush can also tell how hard you are brushing and how often you are brushing to give you suggestions when to change your toothbrush head. A nice clever idea as well! - Lastly, I love how it has a 14 day battery life. That is huge to not have to charge it constantly! CONS: - The biggest con is that it does not come with a “brick” aka an outlet adapter for your USB powered charger. I get that people often have extra bricks and the toothbrush lasts 14 days on one charge, but its still something you need to make sure you have. - It also does not come with a travel carrying case. I don’t think its entirely necessary to have one, but its something to know, BOTTOM LINE: - Electric toothbrushes can get really expensive, really quickly. The Sonicare 4100 is an excellent value as it is slim yet powerful, and has a ton of extra features along with a 14 day battery life. I am very happy with my purchase and excited for my many years of use!

    This review is from Philips Sonicare - 4100 Power Toothbrush - White

    Posted by NJuice

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Clean and fresh!

    I didn’t realize how lazy my old brushing routine was until the Philips Sonicare stepped into my life like a tiny dentist living in my bathroom. From the first use, my teeth felt ridiculously smooth — that fresh-from-a-cleaning feeling you usually only get twice a year. Now it’s every day. Twice. Like clockwork. The vibrations are powerful but gentle, almost like your gums are being serenaded rather than attacked. I love the built-in timer — it keeps me honest when my mind wants to wander off after 20 seconds. And the different modes are a blessing depending on whether I want “polish me like a diamond” or “be kind to my sensitive soul.” Battery life? A champ. I charge it, forget about it, and weeks pass before it politely asks for power again. The slim, modern design looks classy on the counter — no giant spaceship vibes, just simple and elegant. It’s one of those small upgrades that quietly elevates your life. My smile feels brighter, my breath feels cleaner, and I actually look forward to brushing — which feels like a miracle in itself. Five shining stars and a minty-fresh thumbs-up. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

    Posted by FerraraM

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great everyday electric toothbrush

    I have been using the Philips Sonicare 4100 Power Toothbrush and it works very well. The brushing performance is strong but still gentle on my gums. It is easy to use with a simple one-button design, which makes it convenient for daily use. The battery life is also good and lasts a long time between charges. Overall, it is a reliable and effective electric toothbrush for everyday oral care.

    This review is from Philips Sonicare - 4100 Power Toothbrush - White

    Posted by Bubao

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice quality

    Sturdily built. Works great so far. Vibration is strong with this one.

    Posted by JAMESE

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Much Smaller and No Charger vs Prev Gen

    I ordered another 4100 after metal piece you clip your brush onto became very loose my current 4100. When I received it I noticed it was way smaller than my current one. The 'intensity' doesn't seem to be as strong as my old one. Not sure if that's a good or bad thing. I know there are two power stages. I put it on the strongest and it's still not a strong as the older one. Took used to gripping a smaller handle but should be good in the long run. I also noticed that the end of the charger is a USB-A instead of a traditional wall plug. Some ways it's nice if you have built in USB ports in your wall outlet or perhaps traveling and use the USB ports in hotels or even in your car!! :) Downside is you need to provide your own wall connecter to charge the brush. I just use an old iPhone charge cube to charge it and it seems to be fine. Overall, love the Sonicare. My dentist agrees. The last two checkups using this vs my previous Oral-B has been noticeably better.

    Posted by Phil

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Pros for Philips Sonicare - 4100 Power Toothbrush - Black
Overall Performance, Battery Life, Ease of Use, Timer, PowerEase of use, Battery Life, Timer, Cleaning Performance, Pressure SensorOverall Performance, Battery Life, Ease of Use, Timer, PowerBattery Life, Overall Performance, Timer, Ease of use, Cleaning
Cons for Philips Sonicare - 4100 Power Toothbrush - Black
Included Accessories, Cleaning, Replacement Heads, SpeedBrush HeadIncluded Accessories, Cleaning, Replacement Heads, SpeedBrush Head

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Questions & Answers
  • Does this toothbrush have a timer?

    Yes, this toothbrush has a timer.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • Does this electric toothbrush have a timer?

    Yes, this electric toothbrush has a SmarTimer.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • Does this toothbrush remind you to replace the brush head?

    Yes, the toothbrush has a brush head replacement reminder.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • Does the toothbrush have an ergonomic design?

    Yes, the toothbrush has an ergonomic design.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • Is this toothbrush rechargeable?

    Yes, this toothbrush is rechargeable.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
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