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Philips Sonicare Power Flosser 3000 Cordless vs Waterpik Cordless Advanced 2.0 Water Flosser

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

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The short answer

Philips Sonicare Power Flosser 3000 Cordless comes out ahead by a clear margin (4.7 vs 4.4). Philips Sonicare Power Flosser 3000 Cordless is best for: Cordless-flosser buyers who want a pacer and three pressure settings and can accept costly replacement nozzles. Read the strengths below before deciding.

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Philips Sonicare Power Flosser 3000 Cordless

4.7

1 source$76as of Oct 12

The Philips Sonicare Power Flosser 3000 offers excellent cleaning performance with three pressure settings and a built-in pacer that encourages even flossing. It features an 8.4oz water tank and USB charging, though replacement nozzles are costly and the nozzle rotation is not user-friendly. While it's a solid choice for those seeking a cordless water flosser, its price and accessory costs may deter some users.

Strengths

— 3 pressure/intensity settings
— Built-in timer/pacer to encourage even flossing
— 8.4oz (250ml) water tank, enough for a 60-second clean

Watch-outs

— Expensive replacement nozzles
— Nozzle is difficult to rotate

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Waterpik Cordless Advanced 2.0 Water Flosser

4.4

1 sourceall derived

The Waterpik Cordless Advanced 2.0 Water Flosser features PRECISIONPULSE technology designed to remove up to 99.9% of plaque bacteria, according to dental professionals. Users appreciate its cordless design for travel and ease of use, with battery life lasting several weeks. However, Electric Teeth notes it is a bit expensive and takes up to 8 hours to recharge, and VICE found the filling hole small. The device includes interchangeable heads for different cleaning needs.

Strengths

— Cordless design allows for easy travel and use without being tethered to a power source
— Includes interchangeable heads including standard and plaque-finding options
— Battery lasts several weeks with daily use, per Electric Teeth

Watch-outs

— Full recharge takes up to 8 hours, per Electric Teeth
— Bulky magnetic charger ships with only a USB-A cable and no wall adapter

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How they stack up

Philips Sonicare Power Flosser 3000 Cordless

The Philips Sonicare Power Flosser 3000 Cordless has an 8.4-ounce tank, larger than the 7-ounce Waterpik Cordless Advanced 2.0 Water Flosser and the 5-ounce Quip Rechargeable Cordless Water Flosser. It offers three pressure settings to the Quip's two and includes a pacer, which the Waterpik Cordless Express lacks. Like the Quip, its nozzle is difficult to rotate, and it costs more than the Quip.

Waterpik Cordless Advanced 2.0 Water Flosser

The Waterpik Cordless Advanced 2.0 Water Flosser recharges through a magnetic charger, where the Waterpik Cordless Express runs on three AA batteries. It has three pressure settings and a 7-ounce tank against the Express's two settings and 5 ounces. Its battery is listed at up to 4 weeks, half the up-to-8-weeks figure for the Quip Rechargeable Cordless Water Flosser, and a full recharge takes up to 8 hours.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Philips Sonicare Power Flosser 3000 Cordless	Waterpik Cordless Advanced 2.0 Water Flosser
Water Capacity	8.4oz (250ml)	7 Ounces ( 207 ml )
Nozzle Types	2	Interchangeable
Cleaning Modes	2 modes (Clean, Deep Clean)	3 pressure settings
Charging Type	USB	Cordless
Type	Oral irrigator	Cordless
Dimensions	3.62 x 5.28 x 9.72 inches	4 x 2.8 x 11.6 inches; 12.8 ounces
Battery Life	—	up to 4 weeks

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