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title: "Sonicare ProtectiveClean 4100 Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush Packaging May Vary, White, 1 Count"
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# 2-week battery life 7x plaque removal vs manual Smart 2-min quad timer Sonicare ProtectiveClean 4100 Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush Packaging May Vary, White, 1 Count

**Brand:** philips
**Price:** VT23173
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🦷 Elevate your oral game with smart, gentle power — because your smile deserves the best.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Sonicare ProtectiveClean 4100 Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush Packaging May Vary, White, 1 Count by philips
- **How much does it cost?** VT23173 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- philips enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted philips brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Pressure Perfect:** Built-in pressure sensor protects your gums by alerting you when you brush too hard—because gentle wins.
- • **Quadpacer & Timer:** Encourages thorough brushing with timed intervals for each mouth quadrant, ensuring professional-level care.
- • **Two Weeks of Power:** Long-lasting rechargeable battery with a clear charge indicator means no mid-brush surprises.
- • **Smart BrushSync Reminder:** Never guess when to replace your brush head again; microchip tech syncs to keep your clean optimal.
- • **Plaque? Gone in 2 minutes:** Clinically proven to remove up to 7x more plaque than manual brushing for a dentist-clean feel every day.

## Overview

The Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean 4100 is a rechargeable electric toothbrush designed for adults seeking superior oral care. It removes up to 7 times more plaque than manual brushes, features a pressure sensor to protect gums, and includes a BrushSync replacement reminder. With a 2-week battery life, quadpacer timer, and smart technology, it ensures an effective, dentist-recommended 2-minute clean every time.

## Description

Feel the difference of a gentle clean with our pressure sensor while removing up to 7x more plaque than a manual toothbrush. And the specially curved power tip makes reaching the teeth at the back of your mouth a breeze. You can be sure of a safe brushing experience: Our sonic technology is suitable for use with braces, fillings, crowns, and veneers, and helps prevent cavities and improve Gum health. A microchip-enabled technology that detects and synchronizes the smart brush head With the smart handle. The smart handle and smart brush head pair is a powerful combination that enables smart replacement reminders.

Review: Works great - Was recommended by my dentist for best cleaning. It does a good job as she hasn't complained of any tartar buildup since I've started using it! It has handy timing built in to let you know you're done with each quadrant of your teeth. It also let's you know if you're brushing (pressing) too hard. However, I will say, the little vibrations the thing emits are barely noticeable, but overall, the brush is still very nice. Also, you can use a generic brush head replacement on this just fine. Don't use the Phillips brand - way too expensive. The generic brand is not a perfect fit (the hole is not the same shape as the Phillips brush holder) however, the friction/tension still holds the brush in place just fine and works perfectly for a fraction of the cost. **** Update!! ****** I just had the strangest experience with this toothbrush that I think could explain some things to other people. After about a year and a half, my toothbrush just suddenly stopped working! I thought it was the charger, maybe the battery, maybe water got inside? I was just about to give up when my husband said he had the same thing happen to his (he has the same brush) and when he put a new brush head on it started working again. Believe it or not, that actually WORKED! I did a little research and found out that this brush has some kind of RFID sync with the smart brush head to be able to tell you when to replace it. However, I assume that my after market cheapie brush heads that I use don't offer that and somehow it messes up the brush handle and instead of an indicator light turning on, it just shuts off. But the second I got a new brush head on, it came back on, just as strong as ever! I know it was the new brush head, because I had taken the old one off and back on while I was trying to troubleshoot the brush and nothing changed. It only started working again when I put a new one on. Hope that helps someone else!
Review: Finally Replaced My 20-Year-Old Sonicare and I’m Glad I Did - I had an old Sonicare toothbrush that I honestly think was close to 20 years old. I believe it was one of the old E-Series models and somehow the battery was still technically working after all this time, which is honestly kind of incredible. The only real issue was that it finally stopped holding a charge for very long, so I figured it was probably time to retire it and invest in a newer model. So far, this thing has been great. The brushing power feels excellent, it’s quieter than my old Sonicare, and the battery life has been fantastic compared to what I had gotten used to over the years. It also feels much slimmer and more refined in the hand without losing that familiar Sonicare cleaning feeling I’ve used for decades. One thing I really appreciate is that it still keeps the experience simple. Some modern electric toothbrushes try to become smartphones with endless apps and unnecessary features, but this strikes a really nice balance between modern improvements and straightforward daily use. The clean feeling after brushing is exactly why I stayed with Sonicare in the first place. My teeth genuinely feel noticeably cleaner compared to manual brushing, especially along the gumline. Honestly, the fact that my previous Sonicare lasted nearly two decades made buying another one an easy decision. If this one lasts even half that long I’ll be thrilled. I’ll let you know if it’s still running in another 20 years.

## Features

- Removes up to 7x more plaque vs. a manual toothbrush
- Pressure sensor protects teeth and gums from excess brushing pressure
- Always know when to replace your brush head for an effective clean with BrushSync replacement reminder
- Quadpacer and Smart timer helps ensure dental professional recommended 2 minute brushing time and encourages brushing in each quadrant of the mouth
- Batter charge indicator light let's you know when to recharge; 2 week battery life
- Includes: 1 Philips Sonicare 4100 handle, 1 charger, 1 Optimal Plaque Control brush head

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B078GVDB19 |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #79,103 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #126 in Sonic Toothbrushes |
| Brand | PHILIPS |
| Brand Name | PHILIPS |
| Bristle Material | Nylon |
| Color | White |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 31,503 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00075020069948 |
| Handle Material | Plastic |
| Included Components | Handle -1 ProtectiveClean; Brush heads -1 C2 Optimal Plaque Control; Charger -1 |
| Item Dimensions | 2.56 x 6.81 x 9.33 inches |
| Item Firmness Description | Hard |
| Item Weight | 0.01 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | Philips Oral Healthcare |
| Manufacturer Part Number | HX6817/01 |
| Material Features | Reusable |
| Model Name | ProtectiveClean 4100 |
| Model Number | HX6817/01 |
| Mount Motion | Oscillate |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Number of settings | 3 |
| Operation Mode | Semi-Automatic |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Brushing Timer, Pressure Sensor, Rechargeable |
| Package Type Name | Box |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Reusability | Reusable |
| Special Feature | Brushing Timer, Pressure Sensor, Rechargeable |
| Target Audience | Unisex-Adults |
| Theme | Oral Care |
| Toothbrush Head Shape | Round |
| UPC | 099778599892 368817444883 075020069948 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Brand:** Philips
- **Item Firmness Description:** Hard
- **Power Source:** Battery Powered
- **Special Feature:** Brushing Timer, Pressure Sensor, Rechargeable

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does it develop mold in the area where the brush head connects to the handle? My very old one does.**
A: Yup. Mold is a huge problem for mine; I've owned several versions. I found it was preventable by taking the brush head off to dry and clean it and the connector area after each use; but then, within a couple months, the strain of taking it off and on again so frequently seemed to break something in the base, and it no longer vibrated well. I ended up switching to a cheap knockoff from overseas, that nonetheless doesn't have the connection gap, and works great. Only problem now is I have no idea how I'll get replacement heads that fit...

**Q: What is the difference between this toothbrush and the sonice 2 series?**
A: The 4100 has lithium battery, the series 2 uses NiMH. 4100 can be put on charger daily. Series 2 needs to have a drained battery before recharging. The 4100 also has a pressure sensor. I had the same question, and this is the response I got from Phillips.

**Q: Is this charger compatible with voltage range of 220V?**
A: Hello! Yes, you shouldn't have any issues charging this toothbrush on your travels as long as the voltage of the outlet you're plugging into doesn't exceed 220V. The voltage for this particular Sonicare is 100-220V.

**Q: I purchased this in October and it's already broken. The head won't stay in place in the handle.What's the process of getting a replacement or refund?**
A: I’m confused why so many people leave comments expecting amazon  to monitor the comment section of every product- which is impossible- or - they ask questions not knowing how customer service works. 
Contact the company (Amazon), tell them there is a problem and return it. Amazon’s customer service number is on this website, or google “Amazon customer service number” and it shows up…then call it. Or use the help feature at the bottom of the page, click “need more help” and chose “chat with associate”. Unless you’ve been in a cave since 1990, this shouldn’t be this difficult. I hope this helps some people out, however firmly worded.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great
*by A***R on January 5, 2020*

Was recommended by my dentist for best cleaning. It does a good job as she hasn't complained of any tartar buildup since I've started using it! It has handy timing built in to let you know you're done with each quadrant of your teeth. It also let's you know if you're brushing (pressing) too hard. However, I will say, the little vibrations the thing emits are barely noticeable, but overall, the brush is still very nice. Also, you can use a generic brush head replacement on this just fine. Don't use the Phillips brand - way too expensive. The generic brand is not a perfect fit (the hole is not the same shape as the Phillips brush holder) however, the friction/tension still holds the brush in place just fine and works perfectly for a fraction of the cost. **** Update!! ****** I just had the strangest experience with this toothbrush that I think could explain some things to other people. After about a year and a half, my toothbrush just suddenly stopped working! I thought it was the charger, maybe the battery, maybe water got inside? I was just about to give up when my husband said he had the same thing happen to his (he has the same brush) and when he put a new brush head on it started working again. Believe it or not, that actually WORKED! I did a little research and found out that this brush has some kind of RFID sync with the smart brush head to be able to tell you when to replace it. However, I assume that my after market cheapie brush heads that I use don't offer that and somehow it messes up the brush handle and instead of an indicator light turning on, it just shuts off. But the second I got a new brush head on, it came back on, just as strong as ever! I know it was the new brush head, because I had taken the old one off and back on while I was trying to troubleshoot the brush and nothing changed. It only started working again when I put a new one on. Hope that helps someone else!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Finally Replaced My 20-Year-Old Sonicare and I’m Glad I Did
*by J***. on May 14, 2026*

I had an old Sonicare toothbrush that I honestly think was close to 20 years old. I believe it was one of the old E-Series models and somehow the battery was still technically working after all this time, which is honestly kind of incredible. The only real issue was that it finally stopped holding a charge for very long, so I figured it was probably time to retire it and invest in a newer model. So far, this thing has been great. The brushing power feels excellent, it’s quieter than my old Sonicare, and the battery life has been fantastic compared to what I had gotten used to over the years. It also feels much slimmer and more refined in the hand without losing that familiar Sonicare cleaning feeling I’ve used for decades. One thing I really appreciate is that it still keeps the experience simple. Some modern electric toothbrushes try to become smartphones with endless apps and unnecessary features, but this strikes a really nice balance between modern improvements and straightforward daily use. The clean feeling after brushing is exactly why I stayed with Sonicare in the first place. My teeth genuinely feel noticeably cleaner compared to manual brushing, especially along the gumline. Honestly, the fact that my previous Sonicare lasted nearly two decades made buying another one an easy decision. If this one lasts even half that long I’ll be thrilled. I’ll let you know if it’s still running in another 20 years.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Quaity
*by T***N on August 31, 2018*

I've used Sonicare brushes for 10 years, and this one is the best of the lot for a budget price. You can pay 4 times as much and get the bells and whistles, but if your main aim is to clean your teeth, this brush does it well. It has a brisk action (which can be started out at a lower intensity for newcomers), a two minute timer with a quad pacer that beeps every 30 seconds, a "smart brush" detection system that alerts you when the brush head needs to be replaced, and an alert when you're pressing too hard with the brush head. If you want your teeth clean and don't need whitening mode, bluetooth, and a lot of other luxury features, this brush will do the job. NOTE: When you buy replacement brush heads (this unit comes with only one), buy Phillips brush heads. Do NOT purchase the economy ones. They are poor quality, wear our quickly, and can actually damage your teeth and/or gums. Always buy the Phillips brand.

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