Philips Sonicare

DiamondClean Smart (HX9904/71, HX9904/72, HX9904/73, etc.)

Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart (HX9904/71, HX9904/72, HX9904/73, etc.)

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Sentiment score64% positive
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Last updated: Apr 29, 2026

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Reddit IconJametAllDay
5 months ago

It was around Xmas time at Costco. It was this one: Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart, model#HX9904. it's [$179 for two sets at Costco](https://www.costco.com/p/-/philips-sonicare-diamondclean-smart-electric-rechargeable-toothbrush-2-pack/4000381005?DM_PersistentCookieCreated=true&langId=-1), so my partner and I each got one. I thought it was a pretty good deal seeing that they are normally $200 each for the full set, including the charging glass and chargeable carrying case. I haven't had any issues, it is sleek and clean, the heads are also always for at costco. I also like that if I charge the travel case ahead of time, I can travel for like 2 weeks without needing to recharge. I also like that the typical charging cord is protected by a glass that the toothbrush actually sits in, meaning it never gets wet or jostled around. Anyway, others might have a different opinion, but I like it a lot compared to the Oral B, and the charger on that oral B stopped working eventually. Also, costco is nice because if something \*did\* eventually happen to it, I could go in an exchange it. But I've had this for quite a few years and it feels brand new.

Reddit IconNancy6651
3 months ago

I've been using Sonicare toothbrushes forever. I usually get the package of 2 of them, in case I can convince my husband to use one (unsuccessful so far) or for travel. I like the one I have now since it has more "intelligence" and lets me know when to replace the brush head.

Reddit Iconlumixjourney
2 months ago

I had one of the old diamondclean models and it stopped working so i ordered a new diamondclean model from philips which was useless - i ended up buying the older model from aliexpress and it worked perfectly

Reddit IconWTYBrown
6 months ago

Diamond care. Nothing comes close.

6 months ago

Have you tried the Diamond care? Compare it to all the other models out there and again, there's nothing that even comes close.

Reddit IconAnomuumi
about 2 months ago

Another Sonicare user here. My teeth are definitely cleaner since I switched from a rotary brush to this. I know it's anecdotal evidence, but I can feel the difference every day.

about 2 months ago

I'm mostly moving it and not applying a lot of pressure. I think in the user guide it said to use a ~45 degree angle, but I need to check. I have a higher-end Sonicare, but afaik it's the same speed of 62k brush movements/min as the one in the picture. It could be that my rotary brush was shit, but it did have a new brush. I definitely feel that my teeth are better brushed and stay also cleaner longer when I started brushing with Sonicare.

Reddit Iconnauphragus
about 2 months ago

I looked specifically for one with a travel case, but those are usually the higher end (Sonicare 9900 and the like). I tried a cheap one from Concept but it cleaned noticeably worse than my Sonicare. Then last year I snatched a new Sonicare for 50 euros at a clearance sale and I'm very happy with it. This one has a built in USB A cable to charge.

Reddit Iconjimmyjackearl
about 2 months ago

I have travel size Philips Sonicare with built in usbc charging. No cavities in 5+ years.

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