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Snow LED Review

A unique electric toothbrush with a blue LED light integrated into the bristle head
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Snow LED Review
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Price:  $79 List
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Manufacturer:   Snow
Becca Glades
By Becca Glades ⋅ Senior Review Editor  ⋅  November 15, 2022
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OVERALL
SCORE
  • Cleaning - 40% 6.0
  • Comfort - 30% 6.6
  • Ease of Use - 20% 6.1
  • Battery Life - 10% 2.0

Our Verdict

The Snow LED was among the most unique electric toothbrushes we tested. A blue LED light is integrated into the head aimed at whitening while you brush. This was a very comfortable toothbrush. It included a pulsating sensitive mode, but we found the more powerful modes to still be comfortable. Unfortunately, the cleaning performance varied greatly depending on the mode used. The “sensitive” mode appeared to leave behind a substantial amount of plaque, while the “clean” mode removed almost all of it. We also didn't notice an immediate whitening effect from the LED light. Although there isn't much we don't like about this toothbrush, there are better options for less.
REASONS TO BUY
LED brush head
Multiple brushing modes
Comfortable
REASONS TO AVOID
Expensive
Difficult to switch modes

Our Analysis and Test Results

The Snow LED was a top performer in our comfort test. The toothbrush has four modes, which are all quite comfortable. However, this device wasn't the easiest to use. We struggled to switch modes without accidentally turning off the brush.

snow led - the snow led has a variety of settings including a sensitive option.
The Snow LED has a variety of settings including a sensitive option.
Credit: Becca Glades

Comfort


We were impressed with the comfort of the Snow LED. The toothbrush has four modes, including a sensitive mode. The sensitive mode differs from most with pulsating vibrations rather than just a lighter vibration. However, the strongest mode was still exceptionally comfortable.

snow led - the brush head of the snow led isn't too large, making it a...
The brush head of the Snow LED isn't too large, making it a comfortable choice for those with petite mouths.
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The brush feels great in hand, not too bulky or heavy. It easily reaches back molars. This model made the average amount of noise one could expect from an electric toothbrush. The whiten and sensitive modes have a higher-pitched whine than the others, which some might find irritating. Unfortunately, the Snow doesn't include pressor sensors to avoid brushing too hard.

snow led - the snow led is an exceptionally comfortable electric toothbrush.
The Snow LED is an exceptionally comfortable electric toothbrush.
Credit: Becca Glades

Cleaning


The Snow LED has four modes: clean, whiten, polish, and sensitive. We tested all settings, noticing the clean and sensitive modes did comparably different jobs. The sensitive mode left behind a significant amount of plaque, while the clean mode removed most of the plaque.


Although the Snow LED is comfortable, we wish there was more consistency between the cleaning power of different modes.

snow led - the blue led technology used in the snow electric toothbrush.
The blue LED technology used in the Snow electric toothbrush.
Credit: Becca Glades

Ease of Use


Unfortunately, the Snow performed below average on this test due to challenges in switching modes.

We scored the Snow on the lower side for this test as one button controls the toothbrush, making it challenging to switch between modes. There wasn't much consistency in the timing for turning the brush off versus switching between modes. While trying to turn the brush off, we often switched to a different mode. Likewise, we would accidentally power off the brush when changing modes. The brush indicates the mode in use by a small light.

snow led - the snow led electric toothbrush has four settings: clean, white...
The Snow LED electric toothbrush has four settings: clean, white, sensitive, and polish.
Credit: Becca Glades

The toothbrush has a quick gap in vibrations every 30 seconds to guide you to move on to a new section in your mouth. After two minutes, the brush powers itself off. The brush is waterproof, making it suitable for use in the shower and easy to clean.

Battery Life


snow led - the snow led has four settings, all being comfortable to use. the...
The Snow LED has four settings, all being comfortable to use. The brush also indicates the battery life by a green or red light.
Credit: Becca Glades

The Snow performed below average in terms of battery life, lasting only 16 days. The brush has a battery indicator at the bottom of the brush. The light is green when charged and red when the battery is low. The toothbrush charges on a simple compact dock.

Should you buy the Snow LED?


The Snow is a great option for those interested in the LED whitening aspect. The LED light is undoubtedly a unique feature for those willing to spend a little more. Regardless, this toothbrush is a very comfortable option and cleans well.

What other electric toothbrush should you consider?


This budget toothbrush is comfortable and gets the job done. We also recommend looking at the Sonicare DiamondClean Smart for a toothbrush with all the bells and whistles. This brush pairs with an app to show brushing progress.

Becca Glades