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The Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean 4100 is a rechargeable electric toothbrush designed for adults seeking superior oral care. It removes up to 7 times more plaque than manual brushes, features a pressure sensor to protect gums, and includes a BrushSync replacement reminder. With a 2-week battery life, quadpacer timer, and smart technology, it ensures an effective, dentist-recommended 2-minute clean every time.







| ASIN | B078GVDB19 |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #79,103 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #126 in Sonic Toothbrushes |
| Brand | PHILIPS |
| Brand Name | PHILIPS |
| Bristle Material | Nylon |
| Color | White |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 31,503 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00075020069948 |
| Handle Material | Plastic |
| Included Components | Handle -1 ProtectiveClean; Brush heads -1 C2 Optimal Plaque Control; Charger -1 |
| Item Dimensions | 2.56 x 6.81 x 9.33 inches |
| Item Firmness Description | Hard |
| Item Weight | 0.01 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | Philips Oral Healthcare |
| Manufacturer Part Number | HX6817/01 |
| Material Features | Reusable |
| Model Name | ProtectiveClean 4100 |
| Model Number | HX6817/01 |
| Mount Motion | Oscillate |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Number of settings | 3 |
| Operation Mode | Semi-Automatic |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Brushing Timer, Pressure Sensor, Rechargeable |
| Package Type Name | Box |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Reusability | Reusable |
| Special Feature | Brushing Timer, Pressure Sensor, Rechargeable |
| Target Audience | Unisex-Adults |
| Theme | Oral Care |
| Toothbrush Head Shape | Round |
| UPC | 099778599892 368817444883 075020069948 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
A**R
Works great
Was recommended by my dentist for best cleaning. It does a good job as she hasn't complained of any tartar buildup since I've started using it! It has handy timing built in to let you know you're done with each quadrant of your teeth. It also let's you know if you're brushing (pressing) too hard. However, I will say, the little vibrations the thing emits are barely noticeable, but overall, the brush is still very nice. Also, you can use a generic brush head replacement on this just fine. Don't use the Phillips brand - way too expensive. The generic brand is not a perfect fit (the hole is not the same shape as the Phillips brush holder) however, the friction/tension still holds the brush in place just fine and works perfectly for a fraction of the cost. **** Update!! ****** I just had the strangest experience with this toothbrush that I think could explain some things to other people. After about a year and a half, my toothbrush just suddenly stopped working! I thought it was the charger, maybe the battery, maybe water got inside? I was just about to give up when my husband said he had the same thing happen to his (he has the same brush) and when he put a new brush head on it started working again. Believe it or not, that actually WORKED! I did a little research and found out that this brush has some kind of RFID sync with the smart brush head to be able to tell you when to replace it. However, I assume that my after market cheapie brush heads that I use don't offer that and somehow it messes up the brush handle and instead of an indicator light turning on, it just shuts off. But the second I got a new brush head on, it came back on, just as strong as ever! I know it was the new brush head, because I had taken the old one off and back on while I was trying to troubleshoot the brush and nothing changed. It only started working again when I put a new one on. Hope that helps someone else!
J**.
Finally Replaced My 20-Year-Old Sonicare and I’m Glad I Did
I had an old Sonicare toothbrush that I honestly think was close to 20 years old. I believe it was one of the old E-Series models and somehow the battery was still technically working after all this time, which is honestly kind of incredible. The only real issue was that it finally stopped holding a charge for very long, so I figured it was probably time to retire it and invest in a newer model. So far, this thing has been great. The brushing power feels excellent, it’s quieter than my old Sonicare, and the battery life has been fantastic compared to what I had gotten used to over the years. It also feels much slimmer and more refined in the hand without losing that familiar Sonicare cleaning feeling I’ve used for decades. One thing I really appreciate is that it still keeps the experience simple. Some modern electric toothbrushes try to become smartphones with endless apps and unnecessary features, but this strikes a really nice balance between modern improvements and straightforward daily use. The clean feeling after brushing is exactly why I stayed with Sonicare in the first place. My teeth genuinely feel noticeably cleaner compared to manual brushing, especially along the gumline. Honestly, the fact that my previous Sonicare lasted nearly two decades made buying another one an easy decision. If this one lasts even half that long I’ll be thrilled. I’ll let you know if it’s still running in another 20 years.
T**N
Excellent Quaity
I've used Sonicare brushes for 10 years, and this one is the best of the lot for a budget price. You can pay 4 times as much and get the bells and whistles, but if your main aim is to clean your teeth, this brush does it well. It has a brisk action (which can be started out at a lower intensity for newcomers), a two minute timer with a quad pacer that beeps every 30 seconds, a "smart brush" detection system that alerts you when the brush head needs to be replaced, and an alert when you're pressing too hard with the brush head. If you want your teeth clean and don't need whitening mode, bluetooth, and a lot of other luxury features, this brush will do the job. NOTE: When you buy replacement brush heads (this unit comes with only one), buy Phillips brush heads. Do NOT purchase the economy ones. They are poor quality, wear our quickly, and can actually damage your teeth and/or gums. Always buy the Phillips brand.
L**M
Good toothbrush, but only lasts a couple of years
I love this toothbrush. It has 2 different settings: one is faster and the other is a slower vibration. It's pretty easy to switch between the 2 modes even though there is only 1 button. The brush head that comes in the package has soft bristles, but is smaller than a standard brush head in my opinion. This keeps my teeth clean (dentists tend to be happy with my teeth) and the slower, gentler setting is good to help prevent gum recession. I love that it's rechargeable and the charge lasts a LONG time - probably about 2 weeks of daily use. I removed 1 star due to its longevity. I bought this toothbrush to replace my other toothbrush that was this same exact model. I had my previous toothbrush for about 2.5 years before the button just stopped working. The silicone that covers the button had slowly dissolved with regular use, which was fine since it still worked. But eventually, it got so bad that I couldn't turn the brush on at all, and then sometimes it would just turn on randomly and would not turn off, no matter what I did. I literally had to put my old brush outside in my backyard at night until the battery died, otherwise the sound of the vibration would have kept me up (I'm a light sleeper and my bathroom is right next to my room). This would be a 5-star product if it lasted longer.
S**D
All the features you want without the ones you don’t need
I’ve always been a big fan of Sonicare toothbrushes, my dental cleanings went from you’ve got to do better to you’re doing a great job. My last Sonicare was an Elite model with all of the features, it’s demise came from a loose brush head shaft that wouldn’t stay tightened even after repair, that’s what also what killed the one before that so the verdict is out on how this one will hold up in that regard but they usually last a couple of years before giving out. I found that I never used any of the settings on the Elite except for basic clean with full power. In the past if you wanted a basic no-frills Sonicare with one button you have to forgo the slim handle design and lithium ion battery, two features I never wanted to get up so I would always spring for the more expensive model. Enter this Protectiveclean 4100 Sonicare, a basic one button, one speed no-frills machine that has all the features that I want and nothing that I don’t with the same slim handle and battery as the higher end models in this line. It even borrowed some of the features from the top of the Sonicare line like a brush head pressure sensor to remind you of proper brushing technique and a smart head brush replacement reminder that I hope doesn’t tell me to replace it before I want to but we’ll see (you can turn the feature off). The area around the metal brush head shaft (between the motor handle and brush head) has been flattened out and the little plastic cap that used to sit on the bottom of the shaft is gone making the area easier to clean, if you have a Sonicare you’ll know what I mean. The sonic action of this toothbrush seems more refined than my old Elite model but perhaps that’s due to wear and tear on the old one, anyway this brush works quite well and I’m happy.
K**N
My teeth feel super clean
I had one of these prior to this one. I went to change the brush head and twisted the head off instead of just pulling it straight off, and I ruined it. Bought this one as a replacement, and I'm just as satisfied as before. This tooth care system is fantastic! I can't get my teeth as clean with a normal tooth brush, no matter how long I brush. It stands well on my vanity and the charge holds for weeks before I have to recharge it. The replacement heads are a bit speedy, but they last a long time if you take care of them and keep the cover on when not in use, so they are worth it. Highly recommend if you're picky about your teeth as I am!
A**K
Total game changer
I’m not kidding when I say this is the absolute best tooth brush I’ve ever had and gives the best clean ever. My teeth are squeaky clean. I’ve had one of those $30 oral-b electric toothbrushes forever, went through two of them and was just over it when I bought this. They would drip toothpaste down my hand and chin to the point there was no option but to hold over the sink the entire time while brushing and definitely couldn’t risk already being dressed for the day. Needless to say my pjs were almost always covered in toothpaste. I also didn’t feel I was getting the best clean. Finally I decided to treat myself to the Sonicare 4100. I had resisted thinking it would be an expensive purchase and not much different than what I already had. Wrong. It was actually very reasonably priced with all of the features you really need in a toothbrush. And the quality is really amazing. The brush heads are small enough to really get every tooth and my teeth feel so clean once I’m done brushing. I love the prompts every 30 seconds to brush a different area of your teeth. And hardly any drips! I cannot express how much this thing is worth it. If you’re thinking about it just get it, your teeth and your dentist will thank you!
J**N
Gets teeth very clean, but get larger W3 brush head.
This Protective Clean 4100, the lowest priced Sonicare model, $35 with coupon, gets teeth and mouth very clean, and my experience with Sonicare brushes is they are durable (4-6 years). However I would recommend replacing the small brush head that comes with it with the larger W3 brush head (without waiting for the small brush head to wear out). It cleans better. For its effectiveness at a significant bodily health category, i.e. dental health, this Sonicare brush is a huge bargain. My dentist told me I didn't need one since I'd kept my teeth so clean already, but I bought one anyway, and found it incomparably better than a manual brush. But a caution--my experience with previous Sonicare brushes is that you periodically must clean the junction where the brush head snaps onto the brush body. The instruction manual says weekly to remove it and wipe with damp cloth, easy to do. For health reasons, do not let gunk build up at this spot. I agree with those who've said it's unnecessary to buy the more expensive models (although I haven't bought one), since this one is so effective at the basic purpose of cleaning (again, with the larger brush head). (Note, these statements are based on my use always with unwaxed floss). This brush is still new for me, and so I don't know its durability, but based on my previous Sonicare models, I expect it to work fine for years.
V**A
CÓMO HE PODIDO VIVIR SIN ESTO? LA MEJOR FORMA DE LIMPIAR MIS DIENTES.
No hay mejor forma de limpiar los dientes y encías, sin lugar a dudas. Supongo que he tenido la progresión normal de cualquier consumidor.... cepillo normal, cepillo rotativo tipo oral b y ahora este cepillo sónico. Wow, la diferencia se nota! Además veo otras grandes ventajas, como el cepillo como tal es bien chiquitito (algo que no esperaba) gastas mucho menos pasta de dientes (ahorro). Me gusta que por medio de beeps te avise cuándo cambiar de lugar (ver el manual). De verdad siento que Phillips debería anunciarlo mas; yo me enteré por una amiga dentista y de verdad pensé "es una pena" que más gente no se entere de las ventajas de la limpieza sónica. El mismo principio que la Clarasonic para la cara. No lo duden, es caro pero vale mucho la pena por la salud de tus dientes. A la larga vez el valor por tu dinero.
U**S
Es gibt Besseres auf dem Markt
Die Bürste hat einen nicht passenden Stecker, gut das ich noch von der Vorgängerbürste den Stecker zum aufladen hatte. Sie hat auch nur ein Programm. Das Putzergebnis ist gut.
N**D
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I**R
Powerful clean, great value
Excellent toothbrush for the price. The sonic cleaning really makes my teeth feel polished and fresh, almost like a dentist-clean. It's gentle on the gums but powerful enough to remove plaque effectively. The built-in timer helps me brush properly without guessing, and the battery lasts for weeks on a single charge. It doesn't have all the fancy modes of higher-end models, but for everyday use it's more than enough. Simple, effective, and reliable, a great upgrade from a regular toothbrush.
S**L
Excellent Toothbrush
This electric toothbrush is fantastic. There is a noticeable difference in how clean my teeth are after using it compared to manual toothbrushes. The build quality is top notch. It is easy to hold. The battery life is extremely long. I used it for over a week without charging it before it needed a charge, meaning you can travel with it for a few days and not pack the charger. The timed function is perfect, 2 minutes split into 30 seconds, with a vibrating indicator when its time to move to a new area. Additionally, you can pause it to spit if you need to and it will remember where you were in the cycle when you continue. Highly recommend this toothbrush for better oral hygiene!
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