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| Brand: Philips Sonicare
Category: Health And Beauty
List Price: $119.99
Buy New: $94.99
You Save: $25.00 (21%)
New (3) from $94.99
Rating:  208 reviews
Sales Rank: 1405
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2
Dimensions (in): 673 x 327 x 839
Warranty: 1
MPN: HX7361
Model: 7300
UPC: 075020800176
EAN: 0075020800176
ASIN: B00008BFXJ
Release Date: March 19, 2003
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Customer Reviews:
 Planned Obsolescence September 27, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Here are two things Phillips will not tell you about their Sonicare toothbrushes and heads.
1) The collar that holds the toothbrush to the handle will disintegrate in a couple of months. That's what prompted this review, because they would not replace mine after it fell apart two weeks after purchasing a replacement.
They manufacturer these things to disintegrate so you will continue to buy replacements - planned obsolescence. However, I suspect their China supplier is skimping on the plastic specifications and they fall apart in weeks instead of months. (Do you think China would really do that?)
2) UNPLUG your base until you need to charge the toothbrush. If you charge it up overnight, then unplug the base, the toothbrush will work for four brushings per day for about a month. Then, when it signals or stops, plug the base in to charge it.
This method will allow your toothbrush to work for five years or longer. If you keep the base plugged in all the time, these NiCad batteries develop memory and will stop functioning after 18 to 24 months.
A bonus, if you travel a lot as I do, you don't have to pack the charger. Just make sure it's topped off and you're good for a month's vacation.
 Brush Your Teeth, It's the Law September 23, 2008
I bought this specific model in Dec. 2005 and it's as good as (almost) new today. Prior to this Sonicare I had an earlier model which I used for about 4-5 years. With the risk of this reading like one of those fake 'I lost 500 pounds in 2 months' ads, the fact is that, prior to me starting to use Sonicare I was having some gum problems and I had cavities. I had no new cavities ever since and my dentist is no longer worried about my gums.
A necessary warning: it should be noted that Sonicare is not be good for everyone. My wife, for example, can't stand the vibrating brush while I love it and so do the kids.
I am not going to discuss the technology here - it's well explained in the product description section. What is worth noting is that, speaking for my self, my teeth have never been cleaner or healthier. I still do twice-per-year dentist cleaning sessions but I no longer have to subject myself to the dreadful 'deep cleaning'. I've used Sonicare brushes for, apparently, 7-8 years and I am likely to continue using it until something better becomes available but I doubt that 'something better' exists today.
On this particular model:
+ The 2 minute cycle is marked by 'tones' every 30 seconds so you know when to switch to the next 'quadrant'.
+ There is a button that switches from hi-vibe to lo-vibe. I always use it at max power but it's good to know that you have the option.
+ A row of little, green LED's tell you how charged the battery is.
- The body has rubber grips over its native plastic. After less than one year, the bottom began to disintegrate, possibly because of constant moisture in the charging base. 4 years later, only the bottom is affected but it's not a pretty site. I'd like it better with plastic all-over.
+ One full charge should keep you going for one week. After all these years of using it twice-daily, it still runs for one week after a full charge.
= You will need to replace the brush head every six months or so.
+ A carrying case is included. I found it very convenient.
+ My one call to customer service went very well, back in 2005. It was answered by someone speaking perfect American English who, patiently, helped me recognize the 'tones' the toothbrush was producing every 30 seconds - silly me, I was expecting to hear some 'beep' while the toothbrush signals the 30-second via a change in the vibration pitch.
Sonicare Toothbrush September 22, 2008
I love this toothbrush. It has really helped my gums (in addition to flossing) according to my dental hygienist. It also leaves my teeth feeling fresh and clean after each brushing.
Works great! September 22, 2008
This is the 3rd Sonicare I've owned over the last several years. The others worked fine but eventually the batterys started to wear out so I'd buy another. This one is the best so far. This one gives you all you could ask for in the basics without getting any fancy up-grades. I highly recommend it!
 Serious desgn flaw in this generation of Sonicare, try new Flexcare instead September 16, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Everyone in my family has the Sonicare. We purchased 4 after our dental hygienist recommended the technology.
This was 3 years ago. What have we experienced in those 3 years?
1. Once you use this technology a normal / manual toothbrush will make your mouth seem dirty after brushing
2. The automated timing and beeps, if followed properly, will 'remind' you to brush thoroughly
3. The gums DO NOT RECEDE because of the Sonicare: you still need to floss and remove plaque build up (but less thereoff); this point is made since some people seem to blame this technology for dental issues on here. Ask your dentist!
4. The have ONE SERIOUSLY DISGUSTING DESIGN FLAW: saliva, toothpaste etc. flows into the opening of the screw on brush heads and you will find a stinking slimy residue in there unless you take the head off every 2 days for a serious boiling. This is the one reason we removed stars.
5. We upgraded to the new FLEXCARE RS980 versions with the UV sanitizer and the design flaw has been corrected (plus replacement brush heads are half the price).
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