REASONS TO BUY
Quiet
Comes in a 2-pack
Long battery life
Super affordable
REASONS TO AVOID
No brush head replacements
Subpar cleaning abilities
Colgate 360 Total Advanced Floss-Tip Review
An absolute bargain but its subtle vibrations don't offer much improvement from a manual brush
Testing the Colgate 360 Total Advanced Floss-Tip.
Credit: Natalie Kafader
By Genaveve Bradshaw ⋅ Senior Review Analyst ⋅ September 13, 2024
Contributions From: Mallory Paige
Our Verdict
The Colgate 360 Total Advanced Floss-Tip is undoubtedly one of the most affordable electric toothbrush options available. For under $20, you receive two electric toothbrushes. That said, we did not find them to be particularly great at cleaning and were hard-pressed to find an advantage over a manual brush. This toothbrush is simple to use and did okay in testing, but did not stand out in any particular way.
Our Analysis and Test Results
The Colgate 360 Total Advanced Floss-Tip is very easy to use with just a single mode and button. We appreciated how quiet and budget-friendly it is, but it lacks a lot of the performance and features we liked in other electric toothbrushes we tested.
The brush head on the Colgate 360 Total Advanced Floss-Tip is quite large.
Credit: Natalie Kafader
Cleaning
We used the timer on our phone, as the Colgate 360 does not have a built-in timer function. After brushing, we were unimpressed with the results. Upon examination, we observed that a significant amount of residue still remained on the backside of our teeth.
Testing the cleaning ability of the Colgate 360 Advanced Total Floss-Tip electric toothbrush.
Credit: Natalie Kafader
Between the large brush head and the minimal vibration, this brush simply did not give a high-quality clean. The bristles have good variation in size and structure, but at the end of testing, the Colgate 360 simply did not meet our cleanliness standards. We should also note that the back of the head includes a rubbery tongue scrubber. Some users may appreciate this, but we did not find any evidence that it actually produces a cleaner, healthier mouth.
The back of the Colgate 360 is designed to be a tongue scrubber.
Credit: Natalie Kafader
Comfort
We immediately noticed that the brush head on this model is quite large. It didn't hurt our mouths, but anyone with a small mouth may find this brush less than ideal, as it can be challenging to reach tighter spots for a deep clean.
The Colgate 360 was quiet, but we found the tone to be a bit annoying. We appreciate that the decibel level measured low, but the whiny buzzing sound had us feeling like we needed to swat a fly away.
Brushing with the Colgate 360 electric toothbrush during testing.
Credit: Natalie Kafader
This brush is light at just 1.2 ounces, but it's also light on features. It felt comfortable in our hands and was almost identical to Colgate's manual brush. We appreciated this familiarity and comfort, but we wish it came with more features.
The Colgate 360 electric toothbrush is a bit bulky and heavier than other brushes we tested.
Credit: Natalie Kafader
Ease of Use
The Colgate has just one mode, so it's very simple to use. Simply press the on or off button as needed. We found the off button to be a bit small, and both buttons felt cheap and prone to potential breakage. Although the price and lack of changeable brush heads may be a concern, we suppose it doesn't need to last forever. It does not include a timer, which is expected for an electric toothbrush in this price range.
Testing how loud the Colgate 360 Total Advanced Floss-Tip toothbrush is while in use.
Credit: Natalie Kafader
We did note that the rubbery pieces are prone to collecting gunky, dried toothpaste, but it was pretty simple to clean with a quick rinse. This bargain brush does not come with a travel case or any extras.
The buttons on the Colgate 360 Total Advanced Floss-Tip are easy to use since there is only one setting.
Credit: Natalie Kafader
Battery Life
The Colgate 360 Total Advanced Floss-Tip has an incredible battery life. After 170 days, this unit still goes strong. This model is not rechargeable, but with such a long battery life, that won't be a problem.
Should You Buy the Colgate 360 Total Advanced Floss-Tip?
The Colgate 360 Total Advanced Floss-Tip is a simple and supremely affordable electric toothbrush. If you want a toothbrush that is one tiny step improved from a manual brush and has a great price tag, the Colgate is a good option.
The Colgate 360 Total Advanced Floss-Tip scored below average in the most important tests. If you want an ultra-affordable electric toothbrush, there are better options.
Credit: Natalie Kafader
What Other Electric Toothbrush Should You Consider?
For a bit more money, you could get the Hum by Colgate Battery Powered, which scored better overall in our tests, has a guided brushing app, and includes a case. Another great budget option, with a much larger suite of options, is the Philips Sonicare 4100.
—Genaveve Bradshaw and Mallory Paige
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