Philips Sonicare 4100 Series Review [USA/CA]

[@eatorange]

Thanks! This review saved me a hundred dollars without paying for unnecessary features

[@ElectricTeeth]

Thank you for the donation, this is most kind of you. So pleased to have been able to save you a hundred dollars.

[@xOzymandias]

Got it for $25 during Black Friday. Thanks for the review!

[@noahbeverly8236]

Same

[@steniorodrigo5590]

do you recommend it?

[@xOzymandias]

@@steniorodrigo5590 highly. It's still going strong. I don't even remember when was the last time I charged the battery. 👍

[@steniorodrigo5590]

@@xOzymandias it is now $50. Do you recommend for this price?

[@xOzymandias]

@@steniorodrigo5590 honestly it depends on your situation, if $50 isn't a big deal ...sure buy it, it's a great brush. I would personally wait for it to be on sale again.

[@SunnyNot]

Their website states that 4100 model has 31000 brush strokes per minute. Each "brush stroke" is 2 "brush movements" (up and down) so it makes it 62000 brush movements. Isn't it the same intensity as other brushes? Where did you get the info about less intensity? What is the cheapest option that does offer proper sonic action? Thank you! Very helpful video!

[@ElectricTeeth]

You can notice the intensity difference from using it vs other brushes. The info came from Philips Sonicare product/,marketing managers that we have had conversations with. Whilst the difference exists it's not an issue as such. It is just something existing Sonicare users might notice. The cleaning results from the 4100 are very good and it still feels intense. The ProtectiveClean 5100 would be the next brush in the Sonicare range to offer the full power.

[@MichaelOnRockyTop]

Thanks for the review. Would you happen to know if the 4100 has the ability to use C1 heads?

[@ElectricTeeth]

Yes, they will fit to and work with the 4100 Series. Just be aware, that in most cases these C1 heads do not have the RFID chip built into them, so they won't be tracked by the handle. This means the light on the handle won't be lit when it is time to replace the brush head (approx 3 months).

[@justin94block]

How do these clean around the gum areas like oral b circular style brush?

[@ElectricTeeth]

They clean well if you place the bristles at a 45 degree angle to the gumline.

[@christiannegregorio5816]

Silly question, but does the indicator light turn on to notify that the brush is actually charging? My oral B brush doesn't, so sometimes I think its been charging for hours but it wasn't! Really frustrating!

[@ElectricTeeth]

Yes it does Christianne.

[@billnye1401]

I have one and it turns off after 2 minutes but I don’t feel the quad pacer like it doesn’t tell me when to move on to a different area

[@ElectricTeeth]

Do you definitely have the 4100 Series model? There is a number on the base of the handle, usually HX???? can you share that. The 4100 Series comes with a pacer and this can't normally be turned on or off, so it should function.

[@billnye1401]

@@ElectricTeeth yes it’s HX369BK, I probably just have it turned off I don’t know how to turn it on

[@ElectricTeeth]

Definitely 4100 Series. Best speak to Sonicare as I don't know how it is possible it is possible to turn the pacer on or off on this model. Nothing in the manual. It should pause very briefly by default at 30 second intervals. 🤷‍♂️

[@gemmagatticchi6989]

Is the Sonicare ProtectiveClean 4300 Electric Toothbrush better than this one?

[@ElectricTeeth]

Yes, I do think so. But not a lot between them. This 4100 Series is in many respects the suggested replacement to the 4300 ProtectiveClean.

[@behtashs]

Thanks for the review, 2 questions: does this model allow you to select the intensity? What is a pressure sensor?

[@JoeandAngie]

Yes and ?? I just apply a very light pressure...almost negligible

[@yeti_369]

It allows you to switch between two speeds. The pressure sensor, is just a little buzzer sound whenever you're applying to much pressure to your teeth. Dental Hygienists usually recommend no more than finger-pressure, while brushing.

[@psh.pamela]

what do the marks on the steam of the wand mean? it says c2 then o)) What does this mean??? I can't find answers Is it just a product makerment?

[@ElectricTeeth]

This is to show it is BrushSync enabled. All explained in this video we shot a few years ago - kzbin.info/www/bejne/ip-mYaOAn7iWpas

[@panthermom]

Just got mine today. It feels really aggressive! I’m afraid it’s going to knock out my crowns and fillings. 😳

[@ElectricTeeth]

Don't worry they will be fine. Your teeth undergo much more pressure from chewing.

[@panthermom]

@@ElectricTeeth luckily I quickly got used to it. I wish I had bought one sooner!

[@hamptoncrumpler]

Hi there. Is there a way to select the high intensity mode and keep it on permanently? Every time I brush with the 4100, it defaults to the low intensity mode and I have to switch it to the high intensity.

[@ElectricTeeth]

It should default to the last used mode. Therefore you should find every time you turn the brush on, it is in the high power mode rather than the low one, if this was the mode you were using when the brush powered off automatically after the 2 minute brushing cycle.

[@hamptoncrumpler]

For some reason it keeps defaulting back to low intensity, even though I’m using high intensity when it turns off after the 2 minute cycle.

[@ElectricTeeth]

Contact Philips and see if they have any suggestions. It seems a bit odd that it is doing that.

[@hamptoncrumpler]

@@ElectricTeeth I called them. The lady seemed like she barely knew how the toothbrush worked but she claimed that the 4100 always reverts back to low intensity. In other words, you have to change it to high every single time you brush.

[@rekindled8193]

does any newer sonicare strength compare to the (sadly discontinued) battery operated Sonicare Xtreme- which was better and outlived former sonicare chargables by ions...

[@ElectricTeeth]

Not used this model. Why do you think it was better?

[@jameskidd900]

Got one from John Lewis yesterday brilliant gum clean mode and super clean and normal clean

[@quincee3376]

Do these get mold in them? I had a Phillips years ago that got moldy. I would clean it but i obviously didn't clean it enough. It was gross. I never got another one. It was a cheaper model with a different design but still.

[@ElectricTeeth]

It's not a problem we have noticed.

[@johnbm70n.98]

Which model have the massage tongue on the back of toohbrsh head?

[@ElectricTeeth]

None of the Sonicare brush heads have a tongue scraper on the back of the brush head. Instead they make a specific 'ToungeCare' brush head that can be used on any of there brush handles.

[@emiikins6100]

How do you start the timer/ pacer speed for the brush? It is my first time using it and I am confused on how to start it :(

[@ElectricTeeth]

It should be activated be default/automatically. At 30 second intervals you will hear a pause in the brush motor/movements. Then at 2 minutes it will turn itself off.

[@emiikins6100]

@@ElectricTeeth okay I’ll give it a try, thank you for your reply ! 🙏🏻

[@DrDre12]

Does this brush’s head move in circles or just vibrate in place? It’s hard to find those that move in circles. Thanks.

[@ElectricTeeth]

It does not move in circles. It moves back and forth in essentially a straight line. Oral-B brushes move in more of a circular motion due to the shape of the brush head but not full circles.

[@Hermanbey]

is the sonicare 4100 and 4300 the same regarding the intensity? which model do you recommend with a higher intensity?

[@ElectricTeeth]

If you are referring to the Sonicare 4300 Series as opposed to the Sonicare 4300 ProtectiveClean model then yes the intensity settings are the same. The 4300 ProtectiveClean brushing intensity is a little different. This model is primarily available in Europe.

[@Hermanbey]

@@ElectricTeeth thanks for The fast reply. I am in Europe, and I was thinking about buying the 4300 or the 9000 series. I was just wondering if there was an intensity difference when both toothbrushes are set to maximum speed?

[@ElectricTeeth]

I can't give you a 100% confirmation, but as far as I am aware, no there is not. I would pick the 4300 over the 9000 unless you really desire the extra features.

[@scarcorleon]

Which is better the 4100vs5100?

[@ElectricTeeth]

It's what you define as better? I would pick the 4100.

[@LiranBarsisa]

It says it's US model. Does it make a difference, seeing it's connected via USB anyway? What are the other regional models of it, if it matters?

[@ElectricTeeth]

It is fine to use in other countries. It has since become available in the UK/Europe and prices/box contents can differ.

[@LiranBarsisa]

@@ElectricTeeth Meaning same exact model exists everywhere, right?

[@ElectricTeeth]

Arguably yes. Sonicare would argue differently as the different models in each region usually have different model numbers etc.

[@LiranBarsisa]

@@ElectricTeeth So should I care? Or not? You got a chance to try the other models that are actually identical and just named differently ? What are the names of the other models that you think that are identical? Maybe you should have mentioned it in the video...

[@ElectricTeeth]

At the time of recording the other versions of the 4100 Series had not launched, so I could not make mention of it. Ultimately no there isn't much reason to care. Grab a 4100 and use it wherever you like and your teeth will be lovely and clean when used correctly.

[@Unknown-xh5vo]

Should I move the brush in circles or keep it still on a tooth

[@ElectricTeeth]

Just moving the brush from tooth to tooth is fine and what Philips Sonicare recommends. Our dentists recommend moving the brush in small circles. They believe you will get the best results with this approach.

[@keeganjacobs5913]

does it offer a real low intensity?

[@ElectricTeeth]

There is a high and a low mode. The low is quite gentle, but it depends how you define a 'real low intensity'.

[@keeganjacobs5913]

@@ElectricTeeth do you have one that has a very low intensity?

[@ElectricTeeth]

We don't make any electric brushes ourselves. The most gentle brushes are those that crossover from manual and electric. Examples worth considering are the Philips One by Sonicare or Quip.

[@RobertLofrano]

Why doesn't this come with a plug, are you supposed to plug it into a computer, if so why the USB? The plug end should be included. Probably cheaper. When I set it on the case it wobbles all over the place.

[@ElectricTeeth]

If you have a USB plug adapter for the likes of a mobile phone etc, you can use with this charger and recharger it from a wall outlet.

[@5_colquhoun703]

Reach out to Philips support, they can help out

[@hubster4477]

Blue tooth for a toothbrush....please!😂 This is a great simple toothbrush.

[@abolisher]

The 9300 is the best for me.

[@johnbm70n.98]

Thank.

[@vahidaria3510]

The vibration is very strong hurting my teeth and gum 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️ I wish I could have bought the 2100 not 4100

[@ElectricTeeth]

Have you tried changing the brushing intensity on the 4100?

[@vahidaria3510]

@@ElectricTeeth No I just bought the 4100 yesterday

[@ElectricTeeth]

OK, well try the lower intensity to help ease things for you. I am sure within a week or so you will be used to it and love the cleaning results.

[@steniorodrigo5590]

@@vahidaria3510 did you learn how to use it?

[@vahidaria3510]

@@steniorodrigo5590 HI, yes now absolutely like it 👍

[@juiceboy202]

👍🏼

[@CAPITALISTRASH]

Dude, I don't like less intensity, even a little bit less is completely unacceptable...it should definitely knock the teeth out once turned on...😂

[@User24x]

It's too slippery