Water Flosser Reviews & Comparisons

Our Verdict

The Burst cordless water flosser really is one of the best options available today. It definitely challenges the market leading brand, Waterpik.

It looks smart and is available in a few different color options.

With 3 different modes on offer you can find the right pressure setting, to suit you.

The battery life is excellent and the provided USB charger is very convenient.

Unfortunately, the capacity of the water tank is quite small at 110ml. The turbo mode will drain the tank in as little as 20 seconds. This might not be enough time for you to complete the thorough clean.

Pros

Design
3 pressure/mode settings
Interchangeable tips
Battery life
USB charging
Subscription

Cons

Water tank capacity
Water tank door
Messy
Price

Preview	Product	Rating	Price
	Burst Water Flosser - White	1,399 Reviews	$68.98	View on Amazon

The 3 BIG questions about the Burst flosser

If you are short of time, the answers to the following 3 questions should let you know all you need to about the Burst Oral Care water flosser. If I have missed something, let me know in the comments.

If you want more detail, you can read the full Burst Water Flosser review further down the page.

Waterpik Cordless Advanced WP-560 Review

Our Verdict

The best cordless water flosser available.

It isn’t the cheapest. But, it is made by a leading brand that invests in clinical research.

It is stylish, comfortable to hold in hand and really easy to use.

The 207ml tank is just large enough to offer a thorough flossing session. There are 3 different pressure settings to choose from.

I am very pleased with the cleaning results.

The magnetic charger is a really convenient hassle free approach.

The included travel pouch and accessories are welcomed extras.

Pros

Cordless – not restricted by wires
Excellent cleaning performance
Easy to rotate the nozzle for easier control
Grippy handle
3 pressure settings
Easy to attach magnetic charger
Different color options available
Travel pouch included in the box
American Dental Association (ADA) approved

Cons

Expensive (better value options exist)
It is quite bulky and isn’t ideally suited for travel

Preview	Product	Rating	Price
	Waterpik Cordless Advanced WP-560	51,378 Reviews	$99.99 $79.97	View on Amazon

The 3 BIG questions about the Waterpik Cordless Advanced

If you are short of time, the answers to the following 3 questions should let you know all you need to about the Waterpik Cordless Advanced. If I have missed something, let me know in the comments.

If you want more detail, you can read the full Waterpik WP-560 review further down the page.

Waterpik Cordless Express Review

Waterpik Cordless Freedom Water Flosser WF-03 Review

Our Verdict

The WF-03 Cordless Freedom for Waterpik, does exactly what it was designed to do and offers a good clean of the interdental spaces.

The lack of a rotating nozzle is too potentially an issue for some.

The small water tank doesn’t allow for a long flossing time, but this is a problem shared by the vast majority of cordless options.

The Waterpik Cordless Advanced is a better cordless option, but it doesn’t benefit from the removable AA batteries like the Cordless Freedom.

Pros

Cordless – not restricted by wires
Excellent cleaning performance
2 pressure settings
Grippy handle
American Dental Association (ADA) approved

Cons

No battery status feedback
No rotating nozzle to give extra control
Quite bulky in hand

Preview	Product	Rating	Price
	Waterpik WF-03 Cordless Freedom	8,354 Reviews	$52.95	View on Amazon

The 3 BIG questions about the Waterpik Cordless WF-03 water flosser

If you are short of time, the answers to the following 3 questions should let you know all you need to about the Waterpik Freedom. If I have missed something, let me know in the comments.

If you want more detail, you can read the full Waterpik WF-03 Cordless review further down the page.

Waterpik Cordless Select Review

Our Verdict

The Waterpik Cordless Select cleans between the teeth and along the gumline well.

I have found the cleaning results to be excellent.

You can get finite control from the easy to rotate nozzle. The 2 pressure settings give some degree of choice.

The minimal look of the unit is appealing, and I like the magnetic USB charging cable.

I find it harder and more awkward to hold than most other cordless flossers.

For me, this feels quite expensive. The more premium Cordless Advanced appears better value for money.

Pros

Cordless – not restricted by wires
Excellent cleaning performance
Easy to rotate the nozzle for greater control
2 pressure settings
Easy to attach USB magnetic charging cable

Cons

Not as easy to grip & hold as some other models
Doesn’t remember the pressure/mode setting
It is quite bulky and isn’t ideally suited for travel
No travel pouch included
Better value options exist

Preview	Product	Rating	Price
	Waterpik Cordless Select - White	752 Reviews	$79.99	View on Amazon

The 3 BIG questions about the Waterpik Cordless Select

If you are short of time, the answers to the following 3 questions should let you know all you need to about the WF-10 Cordless Select. If I have missed something, let me know in the comments.

If you want more detail, you can read the full Waterpik Select review further down the page.

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Fairywill 5020E Water Flosser Review

We have recently stopped recommending Fairywill as a cheap alternative to products from better known brands.

This is due to direct reports we have received about the rate at which Fairywill products fail.

Further to this point, Fairywill products were removed from Amazon due to the company abusing the review system.

They were found to be offering free products in exchange for positive reviews, and offering replacements of broken products in exchange for positive reviews.

We have a news post here that covered this event when it first happened.

Fairywill products come with a 1 year warranty, which is less than the 2 years offered by leading brands such as Oral-B.

In our testing Fairywill products worked well for the period during which we tested them. However, we are unable to test all brushes for a long period of time, and the reports we have received suggest products have a good chance of failing within 6 to 12 months.

Should the situation around the reliability of Fairywill’s products change, we will reconsider this advice.

For now, we have still included the 5020E in our best cordless water flosser post so that we can explain the situation. Another alternative recommended in that post is the Panasonic EW-DJ10, which you can check out on Amazon or Ebay.

Our Verdict

The Fairywill 5020E is a strong performing and very good value water flosser.

It has a lot to offer, in particular the very large 10.5oz (300ml) water tank. You can achieve a thorough flossing, without the need to refill.

The materials feel a little cheap in places and the charging port isn’t ideal. It has an easy to lose port cover.

But, the 3 pressure settings, long battery life and inclusion of 8 nozzles make this a great choice.

Pros

Cordless – not restricted by wires
A large water tank (300ml) means no more refilling to complete a session
Rechargeable built-in battery lasts up to 3 weeks
3 pressure settings
8 jet tips included in the box
Various color options available
Great value for money

Cons

It is quite bulky and isn’t ideally suited for travel
The materials feel a little cheap in places
The nozzle is difficult to rotate
Easy to lose charging port cover
No travel pouch included

The 3 BIG questions about the Fairywill 5020E

If you are short of time, the answers to the following 3 questions should let you know all you need to about the Fairywill 5020E cordless water flosser. If I have missed something, let me know in the comments.

If you want more detail, you can read the full Fairywill water flosser review further down the page.

Panasonic EW-DJ10 Cordless Oral Irrigator Review

Waterpik ION/ION Professional Cordless Review

Waterpik Aquarius WP-660 Review

Our Verdict

Arguably the best water flosser available today.

This countertop unit offers fantastic performance, box contents, and features at a reasonable price.

Manufactured by a market leading brand, it comes too with a 3 year warranty.

Pros

Excellent cleaning performance
Choose between 10 different pressure settings
Various tips included for individual specific needs
Rotating nozzle for easier control
Stylish design & compact footprint
American Dental Association (ADA) approved

Cons

Requires mains power to function
Compact – but does require countertop space
Water flossing can be messy – need to be lent over a sink

Preview	Product	Rating	Price
	Waterpik Aquarius	115,319 Reviews	$99.99 $79.97	View on Amazon

The 3 BIG questions about the Waterpik Aquarius/Aquarius Professional

If you are short of time, the answers to the following 3 questions should let you know all you need to about the Waterpik Professional. If I have missed something, let me know in the comments.

If you want more detail, you can read my full Waterpik Aquarius review further down the page.

Hydro Floss Water Flosser Review

Our Verdict

Hydro Floss is a solid option if you are in the market for a water flosser.

The 800ml (27 fl oz) tank is one of the largest available on a water flosser today.

It does look a little dated.

It comes with a 1 year warranty only, and it is a little more expensive than other options.

It is functional. It has what it needs and performs comparably with other options on the market today.

But, most will likely feel better served by the WP-660 Aquarius from Waterpik.

Pros

Cleans well & less hassle than floss
9 pressure settings to choose from
4 tips included
Specialist tips available
Large 800ml water tank for longer use
Rotating nozzle to help direct water flow
Cable storage for excess cable
Replacement parts easily sourced

Cons

Expensive – better value options exist
Dated design
Water stop button
Difficult to fill the tank fully
Messy when in use
Difficult to determine benefits of the magnetic charge
Only a 1 year warranty

Preview	Product	Rating	Price
	Hydro Floss Water Flosser	462 Reviews	$124.00	View on Amazon

The 3 BIG questions about the Hydro Floss irrigator

If you are short of time, the answers to the following 3 questions should let you know all you need to about the Hydro Floss water flosser. If I have missed something, let me know in the comments.

If you want more detail, you can read the full Hydrofloss review further down the page.

Waterpik Cordless Plus Review

The Cordless Plus from Waterpik is satisfactory. It does the job it was designed to do. Better options exist.

Oral-B Water Flosser Advanced Review

Oral-B Oxyjet Nozzle Water Flosser Advanced

Our Verdict

The Oral-B Advanced ticks the basic boxes required for being a cordless water flosser.

However, whilst it does the job, it is far from the best option available today. I don’t believe it represents what Oral-B is capable of producing.

The overall design and quality isn’t perfect and it is expensive compared to the competition. Alternatives offer better value.

See our posts on the top rated cordless water flossers for more choice.

Pros

Cordless
Rechargeable
Different water streams

Cons

Build quality
Nozzle design and rotation
Button placement
Modes/intensity settings
No travel case
Chunky charging stand
Price (better value options exist)

Preview	Product	Rating	Price
	Oral-B Water Flosser Advanced	1,447 Reviews	$89.95	View on Amazon

The 3 BIG questions about the Oral-B Advanced Water Flosser

If you are short of time, the answers to the following 3 questions should let you know all you need to about the Oral-B Advanced oral irrigator. If I have missed something, let me know in the comments.

If you want more detail, you can read the full Water Flosser Advanced review further down the page.

Waterpik Complete Care WP-900 Review

Editor’s Note

The WP-900 has technically been replaced by Waterpik. You should consider the Complete Care 9.0 (view on Amazon) as a replacement.

Our Verdict

Wow, what a product.

The WP-900 Complete Care is a pretty fantastic solution.

Whilst there is room for improvement, I am splitting hairs and what you get here is quite simply brilliant for the price.

Pros

Large water tank
Choose between 10 different pressure settings
Various tips included for individual specific needs
Storage case included for tips
Sonic toothbrush included
Good value option

Cons

Takes up a fair amount of countertop space
Features of the toothbrush lacking compared to alternatives

Preview	Product	Rating	Price
	Waterpik Complete Care WP-900	8,097 Reviews		View on Amazon

The 3 BIG questions about the Complete Care WP-900

If you are short of time, the answers to the following 3 questions should let you know all you need to about the Waterpik Complete Care. If I have missed something, let me know in the comments.

If you want more detail, you can read the full Complete Care review further down the page.

Does Oral-B make a water flosser and where can you get it?

Waterpik Ultra Water Flosser Review

Our Verdict

Despite being a touch bulky and quite loud when in operation, the benefits of using this water flosser outweigh the negatives.

Clinical studies show how effective it is and the American Dental Association have even given it their seal of approval.

If flossing is a chore that you simply hate doing and want an easier but effective solution, serious consideration should be made for the Waterpik Ultra.

But, do check the price on the newer WP-660 Aquarius, as this takes the edge.

Pros

Large water tank
Choose between 10 different pressure settings
Various tips included for individual specific needs
Storage case included for tips
American Dental Association (ADA) approved

Cons

Takes up a fair amount of countertop space
Price – not a cheap option

Preview	Product	Rating	Price
	Waterpik Ultra Water Flosser WP-100	12,302 Reviews	$72.49 $68.96	View on Amazon

The 3 BIG questions about the Waterpik WP-100 Ultra water flosser

If you are short of time, the answers to the following 3 questions should let you know all you need to about the Waterpik Ultra. If I have missed something, let me know in the comments.

If you want more detail, you can read the full Waterpik WP-100 Ultra review further down the page.

H2ofloss HF-8 Whisper Review

Our Verdict

Very closely matched in terms of features and performance to the market leader Waterpik, the HF-8 has surprised me at just how well it performs.

It is not perfect, there are some concerns over the build quality and there isn’t the trust and peace of mind that comes from the brand leader.

However, the price is a minimum of $20 less and that is without consideration for all the extra tips that come included.

The H2ofloss is a good value water flosser.

Pros

Large water tank
Pressure settings
Box contents
Tip storage
Price

Cons

Pressure settings
Noise
Quality
Messy
Effectiveness

Preview	Product	Rating	Price
	H2ofloss HF-8 Whisper	15,116 Reviews	$47.88 $36.99	View on Amazon

The 3 BIG Questions about the H2ofloss HF-8 Whisper water flosser

If you are short of time, the answers to the following 3 questions should let you know all you need to about the H2ofloss. If I have missed something, let me know in the comments.

If you want more detail, you can read the full HF-8 Whisper water flosser review further down the page.

Waterpik WP-360 Review

Our Verdict

The fundamental principle of the WP-360 cordless water flosser is good.

The product works, but it is not great.

Build quality and reliability are so so and with a 1 year warranty does not match up to the 2 year warranty of other products.

The newer WP-650 is a much better buy.

Pros

Cordless – not restricted by wires
Excellent cleaning performance
Built-in rechargeable battery
American Dental Association (ADA) approved

Cons

It is quite bulky and isn’t ideally suited for travel
Small tank limits flossing time
Limited control over pressure settings
Quality isn’t the best

Preview	Product	Rating	Price
	Waterpik WP-360	1,663 Reviews	$46.12 $42.51	View on Amazon

The 3 BIG questions about the Waterpik WP-360

If you are short of time, the answers to the following 3 questions should let you know all you need to about the WP-360. If I have missed something, let me know in the comments.

If you want more detail, you can read the full Waterpik WP-360 review further down the page.

Waterpik WF-04 Sidekick Review

Waterpik Sidekick Water Flosser - Header Image

Our Verdict

The Sidekick from Waterpik is an absolutely genius piece of kit, I like it a lot!

It is a balance of power and features whilst remaining portable.

The kicker is the price. It is not a cheap product and I understand why.

For those always on the go, that want the conveniences that come with a corded water flosser, the Sidekick has you covered.

Pros

Compact & travel friendly
Stylish design
Good size tank considering size of unit
Choose between 5 pressure settings
Relatively quiet

Cons

Expensive – paying a premium for unique offering
No ability to rotate the tips 360 degrees
No interchangeable flossing tips for specific user needs
No timer or pacer

Preview	Product	Rating	Price
	Waterpik WF-04 Sidekick Water Flosser	1,470 Reviews	$139.99 $109.94	View on Amazon

The 3 BIG questions about the Waterpik WF-04 Sidekick water flosser

If you are short of time, the answers to the following 3 questions should let you know all you need to about the Waterpik Sidekick. If I have missed something, let me know in the comments.

If you want more detail, you can read my full Waterpik WF-04 Sidekick review further down the page.

Waterpik Professional Whitening Water Flosser Review

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Our Verdict

This is a very capable and well featured water flosser.

For those who struggle with traditional interdental cleaning, tools like this can make your life easier, and improve your oral health.

The so-called whitening element is a bit something and nothing and won’t have benefits for everyone. It is also a fairly expensive option.

Overall you are better off buying the Waterpik Aquarius WP-660.

Pros

Good sized water reservoir
Choose between 10 different pressure settings
Various tips included for individual specific needs
On/off switch on handle
Whitening tablets offer a nice taste to enhance the experience
Relatively quiet

Cons

Whitening benefits are limited
Whitening tablets are expensive
No ability to rotate the tips 360 degrees
Different tips to other Waterpik models
Better value options exist (see other options)

Preview	Product	Rating	Price
	Waterpik WF-05 Professional Whitening Water Flosser	5,469 Reviews	$119.99 $109.94	View on Amazon

The 3 BIG questions about the Waterpik WF-05 Whitening Water Flosser

If you are short of time, the answers to the following 3 questions should let you know all you need to about the Waterpik whitening water flosser. If I have missed something, let me know in the comments.

If you want more detail, you can read my full Waterpik WF-05 Whitening Water Flosser review further down the page.

How to clean a water flosser

Introduction

You might not be aware, but mineral deposits from water, mouthwash and other materials can collect on or within a water flosser and may affect the pressure and cleaning effectiveness.

If you want to keep it in great condition and prolong its life, there are a few simple steps that you can take to keep your flosser clean and in good working order.

What are those steps and what is the best way to clean your water flosser?

There is no perfect or must-follow strategy, but the following are common approaches and techniques that manufacturers advise.

If you don’t yet own a water flosser and are doing your research ahead of buying one, you may find our water flosser buyer’s guide useful.

Waterpik Aquarius vs Ultra

Which one would we choose?

Our Choice: Waterpik Aquarius WP-660 (view on Amazon)
2nd Choice: Waterpik Ultra WP-100 (view on Amazon)

Electric Teeth Verdict:

Both the Aquarius and the Ultra are excellent water flossers that will provide an equivalent clean.

But, the small differences can make a big difference when it comes to your day to day use and in turn make the Aquarius the best option of the two — we recommend it as the number 1 choice in our roundup of the best Waterpiks.

Our Choice