Your dental practice has recommended “an electric one”, but without naming a model? Then you are standing in front of a long shelf of sonic and rotating models, programmes and sensors — yet the choice is easier than it looks.
First you choose the drive, then the features that help you most when brushing. We offer both drives in our oral care range and show you how they differ, from the Beurer SC 50 with pressure sensor and display to the slim rotating Beurer TB 15.
Sonic and rotation: both drive types
Electric toothbrushes come with two drives: oscillating-rotating toothbrushes have a small round head that spins back and forth. Sonic toothbrushes use fast vibrations to clean teeth.[1]
Both drives have their strengths, and which brush is right for you depends on how you brush.
With the round head, you clean each tooth carefully, one at a time. Sonic toothbrushes clean with fast vibrations.[1]
Across our Beurer toothbrushes, the split is clear.
The Beurer SC 50 and the Beurer SC 30 are sonic toothbrushes with up to 80,000 brush movements per minute.
The Beurer TB 50 and the Beurer TB 15 are rotating toothbrushes with an oscillating-rotating motion.
| Drive | Head shape | How you brush | Our models |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sonic | elongated | more surface at once | SC 50, SC 30 |
| Rotation | round | tooth by tooth | TB 50, TB 15 |
What does that mean for you?
If you like things simple and want to cover more surface at once, a sonic toothbrush suits you. If you prefer to work around each tooth individually, go for the round head.
Cleaning performance and brushing feel compared
Switching from a manual to an electric toothbrush is worth it.
A Cochrane review found that electric toothbrushes reduce plaque more than manual ones.[2] Brushing thoroughly can also be easier with an electric toothbrush.[3]
Some people find electric toothbrushes easier to use, because the brush does much of the work for you.[1]
Where studies reported side effects, they were localised and only temporary.[2]
Guide, don’t scrub
One thing above all changes how brushing feels: the electric toothbrush does the brushing movements for you.[1] There is no need to scrub hard any more.
You gently guide the brush head from tooth to tooth and let the toothbrush do the work.
That is a good thing, because brushing too hard can damage your teeth and gums.[1]
Two minutes, a fixed order
One rule applies to everyone.
Whatever toothbrush you use, brush for at least 2 minutes and in a fixed order. Teeth should be brushed at least twice a day.[4]
The features in the next section help you do exactly that.
Features: modes, timer, pressure control
When you are getting started, the features that support your new routine count most. Three things matter most: a timer takes care of brushing time, a pressure sensor alerts you as soon as you press too hard, and several programmes let you set the brushing feel the way you like it.
The SC 50: plenty of support for switching
Our Beurer SC 50 is well equipped for the switch:
- Pressure sensor: as soon as the brush head presses too hard on your teeth or gums, a ring on the SC 50 lights up red.
- Timer: a 2-minute timer and a 30-second quadrant timer help you clean all areas of your mouth evenly. If you do not reach the 2-minute brushing time, the SC 50 display shows a sad smiley.
- Programmes: there are 5 cleaning programmes to choose from: Clean, Sensitive, Polish, Gum Care and Whiten. Sensitive is designed for gentle cleaning.
- Display and battery: the LCD display shows the programme, battery level, timer and travel lock. The battery lasts 22 days.
If brushing still feels unfamiliar in the first few days, it is best to start with the Sensitive programme.
The Beurer SC 50 sonic toothbrush is a Winner of the German Innovation Award 2026 (Excellence in Business to Consumer – Beauty & Care).[5]
SC 30, TB 50 and TB 15 at a glance
The Beurer SC 30 is the more streamlined sonic toothbrush.
It has 4 cleaning programmes, a 2-minute timer and a 30-second quadrant timer as well as a travel lock, charges via USB-C and lasts 15 days on a single charge.
Both sonic models, the SC 30 and SC 50, pause briefly every 30 seconds. This reminds you to brush all 4 quadrants of your mouth for the same length of time. After 2 minutes they vibrate twice, and after 6 minutes they switch off automatically.
Among the rotating toothbrushes, the Beurer TB 50 offers an integrated pressure sensor, 3 cleaning programmes (Clean, Sensitive, White) and a battery that lasts 45 days.
The Beurer TB 15 keeps things simple: a 2-minute timer, a 30-second quadrant timer and 12 days of battery life.
Brush heads: replacement and compatibility
Your choice also includes the brush head, because it is something you buy again regularly. For the SC 30 and SC 50, we recommend replacing the brush head after 3 months.
The indicator bristles lose their colour over time and show you when it is time to change. If the bristles wear out or fray sooner, you may need to replace the head more often.
The same goes for the TB 15: for optimal brushing results, replace its brush head every 3 months. To go with it, we offer our Clean Eco brush heads in a pack of 4.
If there is already a handle from another brand in your bathroom, it is worth checking compatibility:
- The brush heads of the SC 50 fit all Philips Sonicare toothbrushes except the Philips One and Kids.
- The brush heads of the TB 15 fit all Oral-B toothbrushes except the Oral-B Pulsonic series and the iO series.
For the SC series, we offer our SC brush heads in several variants, such as the SC Classic Clean brush heads in a pack of 4. That keeps replacing them easy, even if other toothbrushes already share your bathroom.
What oral care involves besides the toothbrush
An electric toothbrush helps you remove plaque and food debris mechanically. However, on its own a toothbrush cannot get the spaces between your teeth completely clean.[6] For these spaces, you should also use dental floss or interdental brushes.
Ask your dentist or hygienist to show you the correct interdental brush size for each gap.[6]
Even if you brush regularly and thoroughly at home, it is worth having the plaque and tartar that build up on your teeth removed by the hygienist from time to time. This is known as a scale and polish.[7]
Dental healthcare professionals may give you more advice based on your own dental health and needs.[3] So feel free to ask at your next appointment which type of toothbrush your practice recommends for you.
If your gums bleed, hurt or you have ongoing discomfort, your dental practice is the right place to go, and no toothbrush replaces your regular check-up.
Which device suits which need
Here is how to find your model by drive type and the support you want:
| Your need | Our model | What it offers |
|---|---|---|
| Sonic with plenty of support | SC 50 | Pressure sensor, smiley feedback, 5 programmes, 22-day battery life |
| Sonic, slimmed down | SC 30 | 4 programmes, quadrant timer, USB-C, 15-day battery life |
| Rotation with pressure sensor | TB 50 | Pressure sensor, 3 programmes, 45-day battery life |
| Rotation, kept simple | TB 15 | 2-minute timer, quadrant timer, 12-day battery life |
If you would like feedback on pressure and brushing time, the Beurer SC 50 is a very good choice. As an entry-level model, the Beurer SC 30 suits sonic fans. For rotation, it is the Beurer TB 15. The round head with a pressure sensor comes with the Beurer TB 50.
Switching from a manual toothbrush and want reliable feedback on pressure and brushing time? Then our tip to get started: take a look at the Beurer SC 50.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, a sonic toothbrush or a rotating one?
Your brushing habits decide: with the round head of a rotating toothbrush you clean each tooth individually, while a sonic toothbrush covers more surface at once and is easier to use. At Beurer, the SC 30 and SC 50 work with sonic technology, while the TB 15 and TB 50 rotate.
Which toothbrush cleans teeth best?
Electric toothbrushes remove dental plaque somewhat better than manual ones. What remains decisive is that you brush for at least 2 minutes in a fixed order. A timer and pressure sensor, such as on the Beurer SC 50, help you with this.
How often should I change the brush head?
For the SC 30, SC 50 and TB 15, we recommend replacing the brush head after 3 months. On the two sonic models, indicator bristles also show you when the time has come.
Do Beurer brush heads fit other toothbrushes?
The brush heads of the SC 50 fit all Philips Sonicare toothbrushes except the Philips One and Kids. The brush heads of the TB models fit all Oral-B toothbrushes except the Pulsonic series and the iO series.
Sources
- Electric toothbrushes - Oral Health Foundation
- Powered/electric toothbrushes compared to manual toothbrushes for maintaining oral health - Cochrane
- How to keep your teeth clean - NHS
- Preventive dental care and oral hygiene for healthy teeth
- Beurer SC 50 - German Innovation Award 2026 Winner
- How to clean between your teeth - Oral Health Foundation
- Dental treatments - NHS
