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Snow LED Review

A unique electric toothbrush with a blue LED light integrated into the bristle head
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snow led electric toothbrush review
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Price:  $149 List
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Manufacturer:   Snow
By Becca Glades ⋅ Review Editor  ⋅  Nov 15, 2022
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RANKED
#10 of 14
  • Comfort - 40% 7.0
  • Cleaning - 30% 6.0
  • Ease of Use - 20% 5.0
  • Battery Life - 10% 4.0

Our Verdict

The Snow LED was among the most unique electric toothbrushes we tested. A blue LED light is integrated into the head aimed at whitening while you brush. This was a very comfortable toothbrush. It included a pulsating sensitive mode, but we found the more powerful modes to still be comfortable. Unfortunately, the cleaning performance varied greatly depending on the mode used. The "sensitive" mode seemed to leave behind a substantial amount of plaque, while the "clean" mode removed almost everything. We also didn't notice an immediate whitening effect from the LED light. Although there isn't much we don't like about this toothbrush, there are better options for less. See the other options in our best electric toothbrush review.
REASONS TO BUY
LED brush head
Multiple brushing modes
Comfortable
REASONS TO AVOID
Expensive
Difficult to switch modes

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Bottom Line This includes all the power of an electric toothbrush with a whitening blue LED light integrated into the brush headA high quality performer that excels in all of our testing metrics and earns the top spotThis model is comfortable, boasts an excellent battery life, and presents excellent cleaning capabilitiesThis toothbrush is a good choice for those looking to spend less but still receive decent performanceAn inexpensive minimalist toothbrush with a long-lasting battery that cleans well
Rating Categories Snow LED Philips Sonicare Pr... Brio SmartClean Sonic Fairywill D7 Sonic Philips One
Comfort (40%)
7.0
6.0
6.0
6.0
6.0
Cleaning (30%)
6.0
7.0
7.0
7.0
7.0
Ease of Use (20%)
5.0
8.0
5.0
5.0
6.0
Battery Life (10%)
4.0
7.0
10.0
9.0
7.0
Specs Snow LED Philips Sonicare Pr... Brio SmartClean Sonic Fairywill D7 Sonic Philips One
Charger info 100 - 240V a.c.
50/60Hz
100 - 240V a.c.
50/60Hz
0.4 - 1.4W
100 - 240VA
50-60Hz
0.9 - 1.3W
N/A USB
Estimated annual brush head cost $37 $50 $26 $12 $19
Waterproof/resistant Can use in shower Can use in shower Yes, up to 1 meter up to 30 min Yes, up to 1 meter up to 30 min No, cannot be used in the shower
Number of different brush heads 2 8 3 2 1
Measured battery life 16 days 28 days 70 days 50 days 30 days
Number of brushing modes 4 modes: Clean, whiten, polish, sensitive 1 clean 5 modes: clean, white, polish, massage, sensitive 5 modes: white, clean, sensitive, polish, massage 1 mode
Pressure sensor No Yes No No No
Thirty second reminder Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Two minute alert Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Travel case included No No No Yes Yes
Weight 4.0 oz 4.3 oz 4 oz 2.6 oz 2.4 oz
App No No No No No

Our Analysis and Test Results

The Snow LED was a top performer in our comfort test. The toothbrush has four modes, which are all quite comfortable. However, this device wasn't the easiest to use. We struggled to switch modes without accidentally turning off the brush.

Performance Comparison


snow led electric toothbrush review - the snow led has a variety of settings including a sensitive option.
The Snow LED has a variety of settings including a sensitive option.
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Comfort


Our judges tested every toothbrush, assigning a score based on how comfortable they were to use on a daily basis. We also considered how much noise each brush made. These tests comprised 40% of each model's overall score.

We were impressed with the comfort of the Snow LED. The toothbrush has four modes, including a sensitive mode. The sensitive mode differs from most with pulsating vibrations rather than just a lighter vibration. However, the strongest mode was still exceptionally comfortable.

snow led electric toothbrush review - the brush head of the snow led isn't too large, making it a...
The brush head of the Snow LED isn't too large, making it a comfortable choice for those with petite mouths.
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The brush feels great in hand, not too bulky or heavy. It easily reaches back molars. This model made the average amount of noise one could expect from an electric toothbrush. The whiten and sensitive modes have a higher-pitched whine than the others, which some might find irritating. Unfortunately, the Snow doesn't include pressor sensors to avoid brushing too hard.

snow led electric toothbrush review - the snow led is an exceptionally comfortable electric toothbrush.
The Snow LED is an exceptionally comfortable electric toothbrush.
Credit: Becca Glades

Cleaning


For our cleaning test, we avoided brushing our teeth for 16 hours while eating as much sugary food as possible. Using disclosing tablets, the built-up plaque was dyed bright pink and blue. We then brushed our teeth with the Snow LED, comparing photos and assigning scores accordingly.

The Snow LED has four modes: clean, whiten, polish, and sensitive. We tested all settings, noticing the clean and sensitive modes did comparably different jobs. The sensitive mode left behind a significant amount of plaque, while the clean mode removed most of the plaque.

After not brushing for 16 hours, our judges used disclosing tablets...
After not brushing for 16 hours, our judges used disclosing tablets to highlight plaque buildup.
Plenty of plaque was left behind after using the sensitive mode on...
Plenty of plaque was left behind after using the sensitive mode on the Snow LED.
Using the clean setting, most of the plaque was removed.
Using the clean setting, most of the plaque was removed.

Although the Snow LED is comfortable, we wish there was more consistency between the cleaning power of different modes.

snow led electric toothbrush review - the blue led technology used in the snow electric toothbrush.
The blue LED technology used in the Snow electric toothbrush.
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Ease of Use


Next, we compared the convenience of each brush. We specifically looked at how easy it was to switch between modes, how simple it was to clean, and if it had timers. Unfortunately, the Snow performed below average on this test due to challenges in switching modes.

We scored the Snow on the lower side for this test as one button controls the toothbrush, making it challenging to switch between modes. There wasn't much consistency in the timing for turning the brush off versus switching between modes. While trying to turn the brush off, we often switched the modes. Likewise, we would accidentally power off the brush when changing modes. The brush does indicate which mode is in use by a small light.

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The Snow LED electric toothbrush has four settings: clean, white, sensitive, and polish.
Credit: Becca Glades

The toothbrush has a quick gap in vibrations every 30-seconds to guide you to move on to a new section in your mouth. After two minutes, the brush powers itself off. The brush is waterproof, making it usable in the shower and easily cleaned.

Battery Life


We ran each toothbrush for 2 minutes in the morning and 2 minutes in the evening. We noted when they died and assigned scores accordingly.

snow led electric toothbrush review - the snow led has four settings, all being comfortable to use. the...
The Snow LED has four settings, all being comfortable to use. The brush also indicates the battery life by a green or red light.
Credit: Becca Glades

The Snow did below-average on the battery life, with a life of 16 days. The brush has a battery indicator at the bottom of the brush. The light is green when charged and red when the battery is low. The toothbrush charges on a simple compact dock.

Should you buy the Snow LED?


The Snow is a great option for those interested in the LED whitening aspect. The LED light is undoubtedly a unique feature for those willing to spend a little more. Regardless, this toothbrush is a very comfortable option and cleans well.

What other electric toothbrush should you consider?


If you don't care about the LED light and would rather save some money, take a look at Fairywill D7 Sonic. This budget toothbrush is comfortable and gets the job done. We also recommend looking at the Sonicare DiamondClean Smart for a toothbrush with all the bells and whistles. This brush pairs with an app to show brushing progress.

Becca Glades