{"id":1018801,"date":"2026-05-26T11:45:31","date_gmt":"2026-05-26T11:45:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.electricteeth.com\/ca\/?p=1018801"},"modified":"2026-05-26T11:45:34","modified_gmt":"2026-05-26T11:45:34","slug":"philips-sonicare-heads","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.electricteeth.com\/ca\/philips-sonicare-heads\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Philips Sonicare brush head 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Our verdict<\/h2>\n\n\n

Best overall: <\/strong> C1 SimplyClean \/ Well.ca<\/a>, Amazon<\/a> \/ ~$57.99<\/p>

Best for a gentler clean: <\/strong> S2 Sensitive \/ Amazon<\/a>, Well.ca<\/a> \/ ~$32.99<\/p>

Best if money not an issue: <\/strong> A3 Premium \/ Amazon<\/a>, Well.ca<\/a> \/ ~$34.95<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n

Why we picked them<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We've tested lots of different Sonicare brush handles with all of the various heads that Philips has to offer. All did a decent job of lifting plaque from our teeth. We can't say our testing has ever revealed a brush head we recommend avoiding, but there are small differences between them that make them better for some uses cases. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

C1 SimplyClean: best overall<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The C1 SimplyClean, also known as ProResults, is the best for just getting the job done, in our opinion. It is also one of the most affordable options.<\/p>\n\n\n

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With medium firmness bristles, the large oval head generally covers a couple of teeth at a time. Plaque and debris caught on the teeth and gum line are efficiently brushed away as the bristles sweep back and forth over the tooth surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

S2 Sensitive: best for sensitivity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The S2 Sensitive is our top recommendation for sensitive teeth and gums.<\/p>\n\n\n

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\n $32.99 Amazon <\/a>\n $42.99 Well.ca <\/a>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n\n\n

In our testing we've found that the feeling after brushing isn't quite as invigorating, but it was far gentler on our teeth and soft gum tissue. We've got no complaints with the cleaning results given the less intense and more delicate sensation it offers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We've found that the ultra soft bristles are far more considerate of inflamed and tender gum tissue compared with the medium firmness bristles that the majority of Philips brush heads have. If you have sensitivity or gum recession this head is a must-pick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The S2 Sensitive head is compatible with virtually all Sonicare brush handles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A3 Premium all-in-one: best all-rounder<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As the name suggests the A3 Premium All-In-One is the brush head for those wanting a bit of everything.<\/p>\n\n\n

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It has softer bristles compared to the medium ones found on many Sonicare heads. It makes for a more pleasant experience if your teeth and gums are tender. Given many dentists recommend soft bristles, it is arguably a better choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The triangular shaped tips to the bristles are designed to effectively clean the tooth surface and buff away discolouration and stains, replicating the whitening effect of the W DiamondClean head.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And of course, the tufts of bristles are positioned and shaped to maximize plaque removal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We can vouch for the A3's performance \u2014 it has achieved excellent results during the times we have used it and is a delight to brush with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is arguably worthy of being a top pick, but although it is softer and more effective in plaque and stain removal, we can't say it is noticeably better. Using the A3 head will (for most) not result in radical shifts in your cleaning compared to one of the other brush head styles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The A3 is typically more expensive than other brush heads and therefore, like other premium options, it is hard to justify above the cheaper alternatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key things to know<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\n Your brushing time and technique are more important than the brush head you choose <\/div>\n\n \n
\n It's not worth agonizing over which brush head to use - pick one and begin brushing <\/div>\n\n \n
\n No one brush head is going to provide signficantly better results <\/div>\n\n \n
\n They are safe to use on crowns, veneers, bridges, implants and braces <\/div>\n\n \n
\n Buying larger pack sizes will typically save you money <\/div>\n\n \n
\n All heads are available with a white plastic body, but only select heads are available in black <\/div>\n\n \n
\n Each head is designed to last for 3 months on average <\/div>\n\n \n
\n Most heads have colour changing bristles to act as a reminder to replace the head <\/div>\n\n \n
\n BrushSync enabled heads alert you via a light on the handle when a head requires replacement <\/div>\n\n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Video explanation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In this video we explain what each brush head does and why we picked our top recommendations. It was published in 2024, but there have been no updates to the brush head range since then so it is still up to date in 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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