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Trying to get kids to brush their teeth can seem like a huge task but trying to teach them good oral health practices is super important.

A great way to get kids to be enthusiastic about brushing their teeth is to make brushing fun, and getting them a kiddies electric toothbrush they enjoy using can be half the battle. As well as being far more effective than a manual toothbrush, electric toothbrushes can be super fun for kids!

Not only that, they can actually help get children’s teeth a lot cleaner, as kids themselves often aren’t actually that great at brushing. Children can start using an electric toothbrush at the age of two, although they don’t really need to use toothpaste until they reach five. However, most people introduce electric toothbrushes when their child is between six and eight years old. Electric toothbrushes can be a great option for kids because the toothbrush heads are generally smaller, making them more size-appropriate for little mouths.

Find the best electric toothbrush for you child on this list, and for more parenting products check out these hand sanitisers and these baby suncreams to help keep your kids healthy.

Our Top Choice

Fairywill Kids Electric Toothbrush

This cute, brightly coloured toothbrush claims to remove 100 percent more plaque than a regular toothbrush, so it’s a hit with parents and children alike. Its vibrations are very soft compared to other models, make it a great option for your child’s first electric toothbrush, we think it is the best kids electric toothbrush to buy right now.

  • Price: £13.59
  • Three different speed settings
  • 2 minute timer helps teach kids good brushing habits
  • Soft bristles
  • 21 day battery life
  • Fun design encourages children to brush their teeth

Best Luxury Electric Toothbrush

Forero Issa Mini 2 Sonic Toothbrush

Electric toothbrushes for kids can come with quite a steep price tag, but the cool design and smooth rubbery texture make this expense worth it. The actual brush head is made up of rubber on the outside and bristles on the inside, and a smiley face lights up after two minutes of brushing. A sad face lights up if the toothbrush hasn’t been used in the last 12 hours, meaning that you can closely monitor your child’s brushing habits.

  • Price: £99
  • USB charging cable
  • 265 day battery life
  • Choose from 4 vibrant colours
  • Beautiful Swedish design

Best Electric Toothbrush For Travelling

Aiyabrush Sonic Rechargeable Toothbrush

This toothbrush is completely waterproof, making it great for travelling as it can get thrown into a washbag with no worries about it getting wet, and its charge can also last for up to 100 days. It’s best for children aged four to 10 as the bristles on the brush head are fairly soft. There is also a built-in timer with 30 second intervals letting your child know when it’s time to move to a different area of her mouth.

  • Price: £29.99
  • Sleek design
  • Protects gums
  • 2 minute smart timer
  • Charge can last up to 100 days
  • Waterproof, so you could use it in the shower!

Best For Families On A Budget

Superdrug Kids Battery Toothbrush

This electric kids brush is probably better suited to older kids as it’s quite clunky, but it definitely does a great job of cleaning kids’ teeth, and at that price, we can’t really complain! The bristles fade when it’s time to buy a new brush head, ensuring optimal oral hygiene.

  • Price: £5.49
  • Replaceable brush heads fade with use
  • Battery powered
  • Great value for money
  • Curved bristles gentle on enamel

Best For Minion Fans

Colgate Minions Extra Soft Battery Kids Toothbrush‍

This Minions toothbrush is great for younger children as the bristles are super soft. This makes it a great experience of a first electric brush, getting your child used to the sensation.

  • Price: £5.25
  • Soft bristles great for younger children
  • Fun Minions design
  • Great value for money
  • Battery powered

Best Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush

Oral B Frozen Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush‍

This Oral B kids electric toothbrush is Frozen themed and comes with a variety of stickers featuring all your child's favourite characters to put on the brush handle, which is easy grip due to the small dotted indents. There’s also a two minute timer which adds a bit of excitement to the proceedings as well as encouraging good brushing habits for your child.

  • Price: £19.98
  • Great value for money
  • Fun novelty theme
  • Rotating powerhead for thorough cleaning
  • Rechargeable battery lasts up to 5 days

Best For Tech Whizz Kids

Oral-B Junior Smart Electric Toothbrush‍

This Oral B brush is best for children between six and 12 years old and comes with an app that encourages brushing by unlocking photo filters and also gives access to a daily report on your child’s brushing habits. The rounded brush head claims to remove more plaque than an ordinary toothbrush and lights on the handle will let your child know if they are brushing too hard. This would be a great option if you're looking for the best electric toothbrush for a 10-year-old.

  • Price: £40
  • Age: 6+
  • Protects gums
  • Connects with FunZone Oral-B app via Bluetooth
  • Rechargeable battery lasts for up to 2 weeks
  • Built-in timer encourages brushing for 2 minutes

Best Electric Toothbrush With A Timer

Philips Sonicare For Kids Electric Toothbrush‍

This fun Philips Sonicare for kids brush comes with two brush heads, one little (suitable for three-year-olds) and one big (for eight-year-olds) so this toothbrush grows with your child. It also has stickers to put on the handle and an easy-start mode which helps kids who are new to electric toothbrushes, so it's a great electric toothbrush for toddlers. The built-in timer switches the device off after two minutes of brushing.

  • Price: £64
  • Fun app goes alongside the toothbrush to encourage brushing
  • Exciting rewards after brushing
  • Customise the toothbrush with fun stickers
  • Built-in timer
  • Great for a child’s first electric toothbrush

Best Musical Electric Toothbrush

Jack ‘n’ Jill Buzzy Brush, Electric Musical Toothbrush‍

This is one of the best electric toothbrushes for toddlers. It's a simple brush that comes with stickers for customisation and is best for children aged three. The toothbrush plays two different songs which switch off after two minutes, indicating how long to keep brushing for. Fortunately for parents, there’s also a silent mode! In this mode a timer simply goes off after two minutes. The gentle vibrations help children get used to using an electric brush.

  • Price: £21.27
  • Built-in timer
  • Extra-soft bristles on brush heads for small mouths
  • Includes stickers for personalisation
  • Recycled handle
  • 2 audio tracks and silent mode
  • Soft vibrations

Best For Babies

Brush-Baby Baby Sonic Electric Toothbrush

This is an award-winning battery-operated brush suitable for babies up to three-years-old. Its bristles and vibrations are incredibly soft to protect their little mouths, and it gets your baby into good habits right from their first tooth! The easy-grip handle means that babies can have a go at brushing their own teeth as well.

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  • Price: £10.99
  • Two-minute timer and pulse every 30 seconds indicated when to stop brushing
  • Small and light
  • Soft bristles and vibrations gentle on babies’ gums
  • Great value for money
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Kim Palmer is the founder of hypnotherapy app, Clementine. She lives with her teacher husband and two sons, and is on a mission to help women feel more confident in both the home and the workplace.

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