Philips Sonicare brush heads

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January 20, 2026, 07:17 PM

iron chef

Philips Sonicare brush heads

I got a Philips Sonicare last year and couldn't believe how much better it worked than manual brushing. Question I have is, if you also use Sonicare, what do you recommend for replacement heads? My main concern is plaque control.

Should I consider any of the aftermarket brands? If not, then where have you found the best deal on OEM replacement heads?

January 20, 2026, 07:19 PM

Pipe Smoker

About six months ago I began using an Oral B “Pulsar”. It has a built-in nonreplacable battery. Good for a couple of months. Then I toss it and begin using another.

New heads, new battery, new everything. Not expensive, and works very well.

January 20, 2026, 07:21 PM

heavyd

My wife has been ordering an off-brand from Amazon for years. They fit a little looser on the device, but seem to brush just as well.

January 20, 2026, 07:34 PM

2Adefender

Costco has the Philips toothbrush heads on sale occasionally. They sell them in packs of eight. It’s a pretty good deal.

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January 20, 2026, 07:34 PM

pedropcola

I just buy the big pack of replacement heads from Costco. I figure I only have one set of teeth. So far.

January 21, 2026, 03:23 AM

SigSAC

The unit I bought (at Costco) had the A-3 brushes. Finding that they might be a bit too firm. Getting ready to order some C-3 brushes to see if they work better.

January 21, 2026, 06:41 AM

mke229

Haven't had any problems with the off-brand brush replacements from Amazon.

January 21, 2026, 07:04 AM

Tailhook 84

Prefer the brand name replacement heads from Costco. Maybe Sam's Club or Walmart has them too? As Pedropcola said, we only have one set of teeth and I'm going to spend the few extra dollars for a packet of OEM replacements.

January 21, 2026, 08:13 AM

Rick Lee

I do not like the aftermarket brush heads. They are too soft. I get the Philips ones on Amazon.

January 21, 2026, 08:45 AM

P250UA5

Ours are OralB, but the aftermarket brush heads, while a good savings, don't ever seem as good, nor do they last as long.

January 21, 2026, 08:59 AM

Georgeair

quote:
aftermarket brush heads, while a good savings, don't ever seem as good, nor do they last as long.

Agree with this!

January 21, 2026, 09:29 AM

slyguy

I've found - like others here, that the Costco replacements are the best deal. I've been on the Sonicare for years. My dental cleanings are quick and I'm fortunate to only have a few cavities in my late 50's.

I get my teeth cleaned twice a year and that's when I swap my brush head. My electric and manual brushing is 50/50.

Cheers~

January 21, 2026, 11:10 AM

Fly-Sig

quote:
Originally posted by P250UA5:
Ours are OralB, but the aftermarket brush heads, while a good savings, don't ever seem as good, nor do they last as long.

Semi-ditto. The off-brand heads fail outright or wear out quickly, not really saving any money in the long run. They never seem to clean as well, either.

January 21, 2026, 02:14 PM

2Adefender

Just got the monthly flyer from Costco. Sonicare brushes are on sale from 1/26/26 to 2/22/26. 8 brushes for $49.99.

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January 21, 2026, 02:25 PM

BOATTRASH1

I use an Oral B brush and buy the pack of replacement brushes from Sams. I replace the brush every other month. The bristles change color when time to replace.

January 21, 2026, 02:36 PM

PASig

DO NOT buy knockoff heads for these kinds of brushes. I tried some knockoffs from Amazon for an Oral-B and they ended up cutting up my mouth.

Always go with the OEM

January 21, 2026, 04:38 PM

dan03833

quote:
Originally posted by iron chef:
I got a Philips Sonicare last year and couldn't believe how much better it worked than manual brushing. Question I have is, if you also use Sonicare, what do you recommend for replacement heads? My main concern is plaque control.

Should I consider any of the aftermarket brands? If not, then where have you found the best deal on OEM replacement heads?

I'm currently using the C3 Premium Plaque Defense heads.

January 22, 2026, 09:29 AM

TRIO

I, too, recommend COSTCO for the Philips multi pack.

I once thought that the device was failing.
Just needed a cleaning. The slightest amount of gunk between head and handle drastically diminished the performance.

January 22, 2026, 11:50 PM

iron chef

Anyone have a review between the Philips A3 and C3 brush heads?

January 23, 2026, 03:33 AM

Jester814

Been using these for over 5 years:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078RFTG46?th=1