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The Laifen Wave Pro toothbrush is brand new to the market. Having recently reviewed the Soocas Neos II, we thought that would be pretty hard to beat in terms of convenience, and it quickly became our daily toothbrush/flosser of choice. On seeing the Laifen Wave Pro, though, its looks alone drew us in. It definitely has shelf appeal and the stylish stainless steel finish piqued our interest. It looks like a premium product, but compared with other electric toothbrushes, we were surprised by the relatively low price point, given all the functionality. We couldn’t wait to try it out.
We’ve been using it for a little over two weeks now, at home and on weekends away. We’re still on the first charge — the battery life is one of the first impressive points about it. Read on for the rest.
Laifen Wave Pro electric toothbrush review
Laifen Wave Pro: Design
- IPX8 waterproof rating — use it in the shower
- Minimalist and stylish
- Weighs just 6 ounces (171 grams)
Key specs
Type: Sonic toothbrush
Finish: Stainless steel, aluminium alloy or ABS plastic
Colors: 10 available, from polished steel and space gray aluminum to pink plastic.
Battery life: 70+ days
Brushing modes: Daily clean, Deep clean (with three sensitivity levels each)
Waterproof rating: IPX8
Travel case: Available separately
Smart features: App customization, travel mode
Dimensions (in): 5 x 1.1 x 1.18 (H x W x D)
Dimensions (cm): 14.7 x 2.8. x 3 cm (H x W x D)
Handle weight: 5.75 oz (163 g)
Warranty: Two years
Before receiving this toothbrush, we read about how some people thought if Apple made toothbrushes, they would be just like this. On receiving the package, we knew exactly what they meant. The white minimalist box resembles a toothbrush-sized Apple Mac box, and so do the small touches like the protective cover on the toothbrush and charging base.
The minimalist functionality extends to the one-button-operation brush handle. There are five indicator lights: white dots show you’re in daily brushing mode, and orange dots show you’re in deep cleaning mode. One, two or three of these dots light up, depending on the intensity setting you’re using.
The other indicator light, in the shape of an aeroplane, tells you that the toothbrush is locked, so it won’t accidentally start vibrating in your hand luggage. The final indicator light shows the battery level. It also turns blue if you are connected to your phone’s Bluetooth when using the app.
Our sample Laifen Wave Pro was in the polished stainless steel configuration. We must say, it is a thing of beauty, and when standing next to other toothbrushes on a sink, it looks like the most premium one by far. We’ll come on to the other visible features that make it stand out versus regular electric toothbrushes later.
All in all, design-wise, Laifen has got this spot-on. The size is ideal, it’s minimalist so it will look the part in any bathroom, and it has a good weight to it. We were a little nervous, though, that if it fell into a ceramic or porcelain sink it would do some damage — so we made sure to place it either well away from the edge, or in a regular toothbrush pot where it couldn’t fall.
One of this toothbrush’s unique design features is that it is the “World’s First Oscillation & Vibration Electric Toothbrush”. It combines 60-degree oscillation with up to 66,000 vibrations per minute to cover more surface area with fewer hand movements.
The sleek Laifen Wave Pro has an IPX8 waterproofing rating, so you can use it in the shower to multi-task your way through your morning/evening routine if you want to.
Laifen Wave Pro: Features
- Travel/lock mode
- Two modes with three pressure modes each
- App functionality and customization
- Smart pressure sensor
Though this is a beautiful-looking toothbrush, there’s way more to it beyond shelf appeal.
As regular travelers, we were impressed with the travel lock. Much like you would a flashlight or headlamp, you long-press the button until you hear a short melody and the plane logo illuminates. Do the same to turn it off. The toothbrush doesn’t ship with a travel case, but thanks to the lock, it isn’t necessary. The toothbrush heads come in their own little box, so you can transport the toothbrush head in this separately if you wish.
There is an accompanying app for the toothbrush, which, although optional, reveals more customization options than even the marketing blurb suggests.
Within each mode, you can alter the vibration strength, oscillation range and oscillation speed. We turned up the vibration strength slightly at lower intensity levels, as the factory settings were a little too mellow for us.
We were surprised to see the following hidden inside the Practical Features menu:
• There is a 30-second reminder vibration to prompt you to switch regions of your mouth, and a vibration indicator if you’re pressing too hard.
• There’s a 3-second power ramp-up function, giving you time to get the toothbrush into your mouth before it potentially shakes toothpaste onto your clothes or face. We found the 3-second ramp-up worked well and left this setting activated.
• Another function, the automatic oscillation when the brush touches your teeth function, we struggled to activate. This was potentially due to user error or some conflicting settings, as everything else works exactly how it should.
• There is a Quick Spin-Dry mode that automatically shakes the brush head when you point the toothbrush down at more than a 70-degree angle. This removes excess water to prevent drips and prevent bacterial growth.
• A quirky feature is Bristle Protection. After use, if you lay the tooth on a horizontal surface, it automatically turns the bristles skyward to avoid it touching surfaces. Similarly, if you stand it on a vertical surface, it will rotate the bristles to face the wall, for example, to avoid water splatters from people washing their hands in the sink.
• Finally, there is a Lift To Wake function, which does what it says on the tin. Pick the toothbrush up, the bristles return to position, and the lights show you which mode you’re in, at what intensity and the battery level.
Laifen Wave Pro: Performance
- “Dental hygienist clean” feel
- Customizable to personal preference/sensitivity levels
- Outstanding battery life
We were at first a little put off by the proprietary charging base — it’s just one more thing to remember to pack when you’re traveling. That said, we understand the reasons for it (to maintain waterproofing) — and with more than 70 days of life on a single charge, you’re not exactly having to charge it often.
We’ve taken it on long weekends away and haven’t given a second thought to battery life. Our battery indicator is still green, meaning there is no need to charge it any time soon.
It took a bit of time getting used to using the button. It looks like it should be touch-sensitive, but it is actually a pressable button. Two presses change the intensity, three presses change the mode. A long press activates/deactivates the lock.
In the app, we set the brushing timer to 2.5 minutes, but could have chosen anything from 1 minute to 5 minutes. We tended to stay on the higher-intensity settings, but we appreciate that people with sensitive gums might find the stronger vibrations too intense. That is why it is handy to have so many customization options.
We were pleased with the quality of the cleaning, and found we could achieve that “dental hygienist clean” feeling. The brushing experience is nice, the weight in your hand makes the toothbrush feel premium, and the extra functionality makes brushing your teeth that little bit more enjoyable.
Laifen Wave Pro: User reviews
This is a fairly new product, so there aren’t that many ratings on Amazon. In fact, there were only 10 at the time of writing this review. 9 out of 10 were 5-star reviews, with just one user rating the toothbrush 1-star because they could not turn it on. We can’t know for sure, but perhaps it was in lock mode.
The positive reviews, like us, not only loved the look of the toothbrush, but the remarkable battery life and the satisfying deep clean.
Should you buy the Laifen Wave Pro toothbrush?
✅ Buy it if: You want a powerful, customizable, nice-looking toothbrush that has a heap of built-in and app functionality.
✅ Buy it if: You travel often and don’t want to carry a charging cable. The battery life is immense.
❌ Don’t buy it if: You aren’t a fan of the bells and whistles. You would probably find this toothbrush over-engineered.
If the Laifen Wave Pro is not for you
If you need help to improve your dental hygiene, consider using the Oclean X Ultra S. This is the world’s first talking toothbrush; it is also customizable to a wide range of brushing needs and has an impressive battery life. Randomly, it tells you the weather, too!
Another smart, nice-looking toothbrush we’d recommend is the Oclean X Pro Digital Sonic, which provides detailed feedback on brushing coverage. A great option for people with sensitive teeth.
We also love the Soocas NEOS II. This is unique in that it is both a toothbrush and a dental flosser in one. One device, two jobs, and it does both of them well. There is no app functionality, but there are two modes, Deep Clean and Quick Floss.
Laifen Wave Pro: How we tested
We spent over two weeks testing the Laiden Wave Pro toothbrush once to three times daily. We considered the design, brushing performance, battery life, functionality and value for money. We also tested its IPX8 waterproof rating by submerging the toothbrush under water for a full brushing cycle, as well as using it in the shower.
