Quip Review
Our Verdict
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Price | $30 List $19.97 at Amazon | $70 List $49.95 at Amazon | $30 List | $40 List $39.96 at Amazon | $9.00 List Check Price at Amazon |
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Bottom Line | We found it hard to distinguish between using the Quip and a manual toothbrush | A high quality performer that excels in all of our testing metrics and earns the top spot | This toothbrush is a good choice for those looking to spend less but still receive decent performance | An inexpensive minimalist toothbrush with a long-lasting battery that cleans well | A budget option that works marginally better than a manual toothbrush |
Rating Categories | Quip | Philips Sonicare Pr... | Fairywill D7 Sonic | Philips One | Oral-B 3D White Action |
Comfort (40%) | |||||
Cleaning (30%) | |||||
Ease of Use (20%) | |||||
Battery Life (10%) | |||||
Specs | Quip | Philips Sonicare Pr... | Fairywill D7 Sonic | Philips One | Oral-B 3D White Action |
Charger info | N/A | 100 - 240V a.c. 50/60Hz 0.4 - 1.4W |
N/A | USB | N/A |
Estimated annual brush head cost | $20 | $50 | $12 | $19 | $13 |
Waterproof/resistant | Can use in shower | Can use in shower | Yes, up to 1 meter up to 30 min | No, cannot be used in the shower | Can use in shower |
Number of different brush heads | 1 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
Measured battery life | 90 days | 28 days | 50 days | 30 days | 103 days |
Number of brushing modes | 1 clean | 1 clean | 5 modes: white, clean, sensitive, polish, massage | 1 mode | 1 clean |
Pressure sensor | No | Yes | No | No | No |
Thirty second reminder | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
Two minute alert | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
Travel case included | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No |
Weight | 1.1 oz | 4.3 oz | 2.6 oz | 2.4 oz | 2.5 oz |
App | No | No | No | No | No |
Our Analysis and Test Results
Performance Comparison
Comfort
The first thing that we evaluated and scored for each electric toothbrush is how comfortable they are to brush with. We had a diverse group of judges use each brush and award them a score based on how comfortable they felt to use each product daily. This accounts for 40% of the final score, with the Quip earning a decent score compared to the rest of the brushes in the group.
The Quip's brushing action is very gentle, making it a good option for anyone with sensitive gums. The brush head isn't overly large or deep, so even those with more petite mouths. It is also one of the quietest toothbrushes of the entire group.
However, the Quip does not have a built-in pressure sensor to alert you if you are pressing too hard. It also doesn't have a sensitive brushing mode but we didn't find this to be too much of an issue, since the standard brushing mode is so gentle to begin with.
Cleaning
Next, we tested and scored the cleaning performance of each toothbrush. To do this as objectively as possible, we had several testers abstain from brushing their teeth for 18+ hours to build up a healthy amount of plaque. Each of them then used a plaque disclosing tablet to tint the plaque bright pink and use the Quip. Scores were determined by comparing the before and after photos and seeing how much plaque was removed. The Quip performed about average, earning an unimpressive score in this metric, which accounts for 30% of the total for each product. This toothbrush didn't come close to doing a perfect job cleaning any of our judges' teeth, with noticeable spots of plaque remaining for each of them.
However, this was when we used the Quip more like an electric toothbrush than a manual toothbrush, slowly moving it in small circles across your teeth. It does seem like the cleaning performance would be drastically improved if you brushed like a manual toothbrush when using this product, lightly scrubbing your teeth.
Ease of Use
After cleaning and comfort, we moved on to rating and scoring the convenience and ease of use of each toothbrush, which is responsible for 20% of the overall score. While the minimalistic nature of the Quip means that it lacks many of the convenience features of other products, this actually made it significantly easier to use, earning it one of the higher scores of the group. It only has a single cleaning mode so there is no confusion when it comes to swapping between modes and is waterproof enough to take in the shower or rinse off. This brush's power button and overall design are sleek and smooth, so there aren't a lot of areas for grime to accumulate, and is easy to clean.
The Quip has a two-minute timer with quadrant intervals but doesn't have a good storage solution for other brush heads. They are also a bit more difficult to change than with other products, so it seems like it is more of a one-person toothbrush, rather than something that can be shared.
Battery Life
For the final 10% of the total score, we looked at the battery life of each of these powered toothbrushes. The Quip stands out from the other toothbrushes by relying on a conventional AAA battery as a power source, rather than wirelessly recharging an internal lithium battery. This provides a surprisingly long battery life, earning the Quip top marks in this metric.
The manufacturer claims that the Quip can last for 90 days before needing a new battery and we have no reason to doubt this. It was still going strong at well over 50 days, significantly outperforming the vast majority of the other products.
Value
The Quip is one of the least expensive models that we have tested so it can be a good option if you are shopping on a budget but you are locked into using their proprietary brush heads and you lose the benefit of being able to share the toothbrush, which can increase the lifetime cost.
Conclusion
We find it hard to recommend the Quip on its performance alone. However, if the subscription service and sleek looks appeal to you, then it's a solid choice and shouldn't disappoint. It also is a great option for the frequent traveler with its compact size and lack of a charger.