Quip ToothBrush Review
A subscription-based electric toothbrush that swaps the usual spin for a gentle vibration and a 30-second interval timer that actually changes how you brush.
It's been a long time since we have been this excited about our teeth.
Our reviewerSo Much More Than Just a Toothbrush
Quip positions itself as more than a toothbrush — a dental care subscription that ships fresh heads every three months. Out of the box, the kit impressed us with clean, thoughtful design and an Ikea-style guide explaining setup and even proper brushing technique. It was ready to use immediately, with the AAA battery already included, and mounting the wall holder took seconds.
Brushing with it felt genuinely new: rather than spinning like most electric brushes, Quip vibrates, and that gentler motion aided our brushing instead of fighting it. After a week, brushing without it felt strange. The standout feature is the timer — a pulse every 30 seconds nudging you to switch to a new part of your mouth, followed by a full stop at two minutes, which added up to a noticeably more thorough clean than brushes that only signal at the two-minute mark.
The body is sleek brushed metal with a surprisingly sturdy weight; the included toothpaste tasted good without overwhelming, and the heads popped on and off effortlessly. It travels well too, breaking apart to save space and coming with a travel cover and a small travel-size toothpaste alongside the full-size tube.
It isn't cheap for a toothbrush — $30 for the brush alone, $40 for a set, $55 for a year of the subscription — but next to a Sonicare-style brush it's downright affordable. The subscription model, which automatically ships new heads and toothpaste, made more sense to us once we admitted how long we'd all kept the same old brush. Readers get $10 off their first refill, and referring a friend earns another $5.
Why We Love It
- Ready to brush right out of the box, with battery included and an easy setup guide
- Gentle vibration instead of spinning, paired with a 30-second interval timer for a more thorough clean
- Sleek, sturdy brushed-metal design available in 6 styles
- Travel-friendly — breaks apart with a travel cover and includes a travel-size toothpaste
- Subscription automatically keeps brush heads fresh, with flexible one-time or multi-brush options
- $10 off your first refill, plus $5 for every friend you refer
Considerations
- Pricier upfront than a standard toothbrush, though it undercuts Sonicare-style electric brushes
- The subscription model isn't for everyone — some customers may be wary of a recurring charge for replacement heads
Our Hands-On Review
The vibration took a moment to adjust to, but it aided our brushing rather than fighting it — and after a week, brushing without it felt strange. The 30-second interval reminders kept us focused on hitting every part of our mouth, resulting in a more thorough clean than brushes that only cue you at the two-minute mark.
Setup and travel were equally painless: the kit was ready to use straight out of the box, and it breaks apart with a travel cover for trips, plus a small travel-size toothpaste tucked in alongside the full-size tube.
A Timer That Actually Changes How You Brush
Unlike other electric brushes that only signal at two minutes, Quip pulses every 30 seconds to prompt a switch to a new part of your mouth — a small nudge that noticeably improved our coverage.
We Recommend This To Readers Who:
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Want a curated brushing experience
Customers looking for a curated brushing experience will appreciate the guided timer and vibration.
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Are willing to pay for a well-made product
Customers willing to spend extra money for an extremely well made product get real build quality here.
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Care about bathroom aesthetics
Customers who love beautiful design will find a toothbrush that adds to their bathroom rather than hiding in a drawer.
A Closer Look
E 'Quip'ment
Quip is built around a subscription model — sign up, and new heads and toothpaste arrive every three months.
The Brush
Sleek, brushed-metal body with a surprisingly sturdy weight; heads pop on and off with almost no effort.
Travel Cover
A beautiful travel cover mount; the brush breaks apart to save space for trips.
Quip Cost
The Quip seems expensive at first for a toothbrush, but compared to a Sonicare, it's downright cheap.
| Option | Price |
|---|---|
| Single Brush | $30 |
| Brush SetPopular | $40 |
| 1 Year Subscription | $55 |
Good to Know
So Much More Than Just a Toothbrush
The Quip reimagines dental hygiene with unique vibrating technology, a subscription that keeps your brush head fresh, and design good enough to leave out on the counter — it's been a long time since we've been this excited about our teeth.
