Oral-B Pro 1500
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As a long time user of Professional Care 1000/2000 models I am very disappointed in this model. I thought it would be comparable given the numbering which is all you have to go on since the geniuses at Braun marketing have decided to no longer publish the performance specifications. But no, this toothbrush is much slower. Its so bad, I have… Read more
stopped using it after only a couple of days and am sharing my wife's handle. It reminds me of the $30 models I bought my kids when they were little to ease them into electric brushes without scaring them. FFS Braun, please publish actionable information on your products instead of the marketing rubbish that every product is the greatest thing in the world except the next model up which is more expensive only because it has something more shiny, yet useless.
Beware misleading information! This review is for the Oral-B Pro 1500X. It is NOT the same as the Pro 1500 (without the "X"), but ProductReview didn't want to put this in a separate category. This is an older model in Oral-B's mind-bogglingly confusing range of products, but is still available in shops and at the time of writing was on special… Read more
in Woolies and Coles for $65.
GOOD POINTS * It has 3D cleaning, which means it pulsates as well as oscillates and rotates, unlike the very cheap models which only oscillate and rotate. * It has a 4 x 30 second timer. * It comes with a very good travel case which is much improved over the overly-large coffin-shaped case supplied with some older models. However, the charging base has no storage for the brush heads.
BAD POINTS * It has a NiMH battery. Some online sellers claim it to have a Li-ion battery, but it does NOT. I've attached a photo as proof. * It has a pressure sensor which stops the pulsations if you brush too hard, but there is NO visible indication. The Oral-B website says this toothbrush has a "360-degree Visible Pressure Sensor" but it does NOT. * It has no rubber grips on the handle which means it's extremely slippery and hard to hold once you get any toothpaste foam on your hands.
Because of the inferior NiMH battery and the slippery handle, I DO NOT recommend this toothbrush and have returned mine for a refund.
Hopeless – I bought this toothbrush on special at $60, down from c.$132. I have found that the toothbrush mostly fails to clean teeth and remove fragments of food on surface of teeth. I end up using floss and interdent brushes and rubbing surface of my teeth clean with fabric to clear any smears from food or using an old slower brush. Show details
Ok, but noisy – I wanted to replace my old Sonic toothbrush, which was quiet and the battery only needs charging once per year, the only problem is Kogan says they no longer have the brush heads. So I went to Woolworths to buy the 1500 Oral-b but they were sold out, so I looked on ebay and bought one. I can handle the 10-14 battery life, although now it seems so… Read more
archaic, but the noise, compared to the old one is like a truck, it wakes my family if they are sleeping. The functionality of cleaning the teeth seems ok, but I would return immediately if I could, they have a guarantee, but apparently, if you buy a brand new one on Ebay they don't want to honor it. Pretty disappointed to be honest. I will need to find a quieter one.
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Basic functions and a great clean – I decided to replace my Oral-B Vitality that I'd been happy with but was at the end of its battery life. I've got to say that choosing an Oral-B electric toothbrush is difficult as there are so many models with not a lot of differences, or with features I don't want - Bluetooth or an Oral-B App for "a connected brushing experience" with smart… Read more
coaching. And what do the numbers mean - 100, 1500, 9000? Motor speed? The Oral-B website isn't a lot of help with basic photos and descriptions. I just wanted the 2 minute timer, suits all Oral-B replacement brush heads, battery indicator, a pressure sensor, and a small charger base (same as the Vitality) as bench space is limited at my place. I eventually decided on the Pro 1500. It was on special at my local Woolworths for $65 (RRP $130) and came with a bonus travel case and one Gentle Clean brush head. I did find it cheaper online but who wants to wait 2 weeks for Australia Post? Anyway, I'm very happy with this toothbrush. It sits neatly on the bench and I can clearly see the charge status on the front of the brush. I was able to use it after 30 minutes of charging and soon discovered it has 2 speed settings (one gentle for gum care) and the handle is lightweight and comfortable to hold. The motor seems so much more powerful than the old Vitality - just what was looking for, as I felt I got a very vigorous clean. It vibrates after 30 seconds for each quadrant, with a long vibrate when the recommended 2 minutes is up. The red pressure sensor did light up a few times so I was able to back off a bit - so I think this is a worthwhile feature. I got a great 'just been to the dentist' clean too. So, I got all the features I wanted and a good brushing experience. I can highly recommend the Pro 1500!
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