I bought these replacement heads a few months ago, as I thought that I have nothing to lose at £3.99 (the price when I ordered). I really didn't expect much for the price, but thought that even if each head only lasted a week, it was only the cost of 1 (possibly 2 if bought on offer) genuine heads. The 1st head is still going strong, with no sign of wear at all. IMHO these are exactly the same as genuine Oral B replacement heads and if the 1st head is anything to go by, the 20 will probably last me at least 10 years lol! £4.06 for 20 heads delivered
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CoolElectronics
23 Mar 1639#3
These are great and I find the large amount of dangerous chemicals used in the production process not a problem in fact I find the extra arm I've grown is rather useful.
adrianjowitt to CoolElectronics
23 Mar 165#5
I found the sonicare copies I bought were great especially with the extra **** I developed even though it was five inches larger than my own one inch Delight. In fact my imaginary girlfriend suggested I purchase double next time
izakamakazi to s24rrt
23 Mar 163#4
I had exactly the same problem with the cheaper heads.
s24rrt
23 Mar 163#2
Tried some from ali express before. For some reason the little opening on the back of the brush kept catching my lip so ended up binning them. I have no issues with the genuine heads though.
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premierfella
22 Apr 16#60
OK, user experience.
The very first one I tried out of the pack was difficult to put on, and impossible to remove without the use of pliers, and then left the inside plastic part on the stem. I think this supports any comments querying the description as "..exactly the same as Oral B replacement heads..." Not a major issue for me, as the brush turns and I don't need to regularly remove the heads, but clearly they would be pretty useless for a family switching the heads daily.
To the OP, I'm not that fussed personally as I knew what I was really buying, and I can use them, But I think it was your description that may have rattled some as the reality is the replacement heads are what they are - cheap with hit-and-miss quality control, reflected in the price. Oral B quality they are definitely not, and I think it extremely unlikely that the 20 I received would last 10 years of normal use!
grahamc2003
12 Apr 16#59
Well, you obviously put these in your mouth because you stated they caused you sensitivity, so you do actually appear to be one of those people who aren't choosy about what goes in there.
At least your dentist appears to answer your questions, unlike you.
So to get this straight, you bought and used in your mouth the particular brushes of this post, you then got sensitivity after a length of time you won't disclose, you took the brushes to your dentists, presumably he put them under a microscope and then declared that these brush heads were the cause of your sensitivty?
Well I'm pleased we got that sorted.
mymymy
12 Apr 16#58
If something is causing me discomfort then I like to know why, nothing odd, just sensible.
My dentist was the one that told me and he was right
I'm not one of those people that put just anything in my mouth...not like some.
grahamc2003
11 Apr 16#57
I must say, in quite a few decades of successfully cleaning my teeth and maintaining excellent oral health I've never felt the need to examine my toothbrushes under a microscope. Do you always examine yours in that way?
louiselouise
11 Apr 16#56
It's common sense really, if you buy replacement heads from Aliexpress there will likely be Quality Control issues (eg stops rotating/not a great fit) or the bristles won't last as long (from reviews I've seen on Amazon anyway), but bearing that in mind it's worth throwing a few £ at if you're on a budget.
The bristle tips are not smooth like Oral B.
Its like using a scourer, look at them under a magnifier.
plymouthgal
11 Apr 161#54
Thank you Graham. I really don't know why I bother sharing anything on here these days, what with all the rude comments etc. Even posting something which has become free gets rude comments & cold votes, lol! Not worth the time & effort it takes to share a bargain anymore.
oranjuice
11 Apr 16#53
These may be cheap but nothing replaces good head in the mornings!
grahamc2003
11 Apr 16#52
How long did you use these heads before you got sensitivity? Did your dentist say the sensitivity was due to these particular heads?
Your reason that they caused sensitivity was due to them 'not the same as the originals'. Well if that were the reason, then every toothbrush and every other make of electric toothbrush head would cause sensitivity, since they are all different from the original oral b head.
Have you actually tried the actual heads the op took the time and effort to post?
garry141
11 Apr 16#51
Bought these around 6 months ago and they easily last the 3 months before I need to change them
mymymy
11 Apr 16#49
I found they make your teeth sensitive after a while. The bristle tips damage the enamel because they are not made the same as the originals
barryK to mymymy
11 Apr 16#50
Flexible nylon (plastic?) filaments are damaging people's enamel? I may be wrong but that seems unlikely! I've had these (not exact, but from aliexpress) for 6 months or so. Had one stop working after 2 weeks, but for a fraction of the price it's still well worth it. My enamel seems ok!
imranvz
11 Apr 16#48
These are total crap, have used them and the quality of the bristles is poor and the indicator to show useage is also very faint. Worst this is half of them stopped rotating within a few brushes. Better off spending more and getting originals.
iceni
10 Apr 16#47
" I've been using the same head for 2 months & there is no sign if wear yet.". Check your teeth.
farleypopz
10 Apr 16#44
Yes that's what happened to me with cheap versions off eBay before
No, but the Lidl ones are in store at the moment at £3.99 for 8!
mhhbizz
10 Apr 16#43
are all oral b toothbrush electric the same because i have the oral b 3000 pro. will this fit? worth trying for 4quid
plymouthgal
10 Apr 16#42
How do you know that these heads are rubbish? Have you actually tried them? What would I gain by saying that they're exactly the same as genuine heads IMHO? I had a checkup last week & the dentist said that both my gums & teeth are great. I'm on my 2nd head now & have to say that I'll never go back to paying stupid money for heads, when these are no different.
blue_goldfish
10 Apr 16#41
same happened when I bought these cheaper quality ones. I now will only buy genuine, but stock up when they are on offer at superdrug normally.
ichabod05
10 Apr 16#40
I bought knock off ones before with no issue, but then one came off the handle whilst I was using it - put me right off, to be honest.
louiselouise
10 Apr 16#39
I've not tried the Sonicare Chinese knockoffs, but I bought boyf the "DiamondClean" x 12 for £4 Best Offer on ebay recently. He says the heads are much softer and don't last as long but seems happy enough. I always use a slither of Vaseline on the metal prong to make it easier to remove, not sure if that would help others concerned about that.
Mihir95
10 Apr 16#38
This doesn't last long also it makes noise and makes toothbrush vibrates so much
regcar
10 Apr 16#37
Have used AliExpress for a long time now. No problem with the heads I bought. Could not tell difference between these and the OralB. Website is amazingly good, superb multi language and any currency you choose. Most items are post free.
eslick
10 Apr 16#36
A rubbish product where every comment us they are terrible and it's getting some heat :disappointed:
grahamc2003
10 Apr 16#35
Thanks op, voted hot.
I've used compatible heads in mine and guess what, the head didn't fall off and choke me, it didn't wear out after one brush (in fact it's 2 months now), my teeth didn't fall out or turn black and my own head didn't fall off due to the vibrations. My teeth and gums all feel very clean and healthy after brushing.
Guess I'm just exceptionally lucky judging by most peoples' experiences.
crazyal
10 Apr 16#34
Can't believe all these crap comments moaning about these heads. The guy thought they were a bargain so posted the deal up. Get over yourselves.
Bargain, ordered. Cheers OP.
blue_x
10 Apr 16#33
Can't you just pay for the real ones? Can you really put a price on healthy teeth?
Steph312
10 Apr 16#32
I can't reply to your comment directly because hukd app is not loading all the comments for me. maybe you're right but the original heads only come in one type of bristles quality and this is the harsh/hard version of the original and I've only used the original to date that's why these put me off they didn't seen safe. the original is the one with the logo in the picture.
jsty3105
10 Apr 16#31
Exactly the same design is about all that can be said about these heads. False economy
Face172
10 Apr 16#30
Not 'exactly' the same.
Tried similar, days later switched back to Oral B. Some things are not worth being tight about.
I have these ali exact ones and the oral B genuine head with two oral B brushes (batteries going) & I swear I cant tell which is which when I swap them.
Steph312
10 Apr 16#28
I wouldn't recommend buying these replacement heads as their bristles are extremely harsh in comparison to even a new oral b precision clean head, or even my value manual toothbrush's bristles. Unless you're using them for cleaning grout or some other cleaning with an old electric toothbrush don't buy. It's a shame as it fits perfectly and works the same but your more likely to brush away your enamel and cut your gums with even perfect technique with these.
souljacker
10 Apr 162#27
Nearly as bad as people using brought instead of bought :smirk:
Meredith2k5
10 Apr 16#26
The innuendo jokes have got progressively worse through this thread, not that they were funny to begin with :smirk:
Not voting either way, brought some imitation brushes before but seem to have had the opposite problem, the brushes were much rougher than the genuine ones, could easily damage your teeth with them. Are these any better?
Oneday77
10 Apr 16#25
She does and eagerly.
Turns out she charges more for a cheesy experience.
Houstieboy
10 Apr 16#24
That doesn't work.
Cameron92
10 Apr 16#23
If only the gf offered 20 heads for this price...
Mrepg
10 Apr 16#22
Class, I need an extra arm for guitar!
HotGBDeals
10 Apr 16#21
The heads fall off and drop in your mouth when you are brushing! Usually poor quality compared to genuines
flamethrower
10 Apr 16#20
Wow ! who would give you 20 oral heads for four quid ! I am all UP for it :man:
Daniboy
24 Mar 16#19
I havnt ordered from these, however they came in the exact same pack. The heads are listed as soft. Only the sensitive heads by oral b are soft. Hence might be good for people who use these. However I prefer the firmer heads and I guessing most people do, as that's the only option.
Hoppie
24 Mar 16#18
I've stuck with the genuine ones but I buy the hard bristle ones my trick is put the head (bristle part under the hot water before use to soften the brisltes) I don't take any notice of the wear indicator (ie coloured dye) if the bristles are starting to curl then I will replace the heads, mine usually last 12 months plus so £2/head/year i'll live with that :confused:
Daniboy
24 Mar 16#14
I have bought these before, fine if you want a soft tooth brush head. However not similar to any oral b original heads, which are much firmer. They crop up on here every couple of months, never the same quality. Definitely not an identical product
plymouthgal to Daniboy
24 Mar 16#17
Have you tried these exact heads? They are firm & I definitely haven't seen any difference between these & the real thing, which I've been using for years. I've been using the same head for 2 months & there is no sign if wear yet. If you want to save some money & get these then do, if you THINK they're inferior having never tried them, then that's other people's loss. I'm extremely happy with them, so thought I'd share.
Pattersons21
24 Mar 16#16
heat
TheForsh
24 Mar 16#15
I bought these before and they literally lasted a day each before a spring would snap and they'd so working. seems to be hit and miss.
goldengirlz
24 Mar 161#13
These just sound like an Inferior product reading all the comments.
ps I need a good head lol
watson44
24 Mar 161#12
i bought similar if not identical ones off amazonmarketplace for my oral b 600 (still going strong after 5 years). i tired one of the brushes and it worked/ oscillated as it should, but when i tried to take it back off i couldn't, without completely destroying the head, whereas the original heads side on an off easily. while it is a cheaper option, just be prepared to buy a new/ replacement toothbrush if something goes wrong
pluves1
23 Mar 16#11
They're this cheap for a reason. No quality control. The bristles wont show wear like the originals. They will be likely harsher bristles that don't wear when used. Good luck sticking these in your mouth. :wink:
djames108
23 Mar 16#10
you may not have bought these exact ones.....
there's a good chance the originals are made in China anyway and a possibility the factory are overmaking them and selling them off as compatibles.....
well......i wouldn't die of shock anyway :wink:
polly69
23 Mar 162#9
Bought some of these and they are nothing like the real ones in my experience you need a new head every 2 weeks. They are not much more off eBay.
Cold
adrianjowitt
23 Mar 16#8
Anatomical btw not atatomical...
adrianjowitt
23 Mar 16#7
Willy seeing as **** seems to be banned despite being the atatomically correct description...
plymouthgal
23 Mar 16#6
[quote=s24rrt]Tried some from ali express before. For some reason the little opening on the back of the brush kept catching my lip so ended up binning them. I have no issues with the genuine heads though.
These particular 1's don't have an opening on the back of the brush. I really do find them exactly the same.
CoolElectronics
23 Mar 1639#3
These are great and I find the large amount of dangerous chemicals used in the production process not a problem in fact I find the extra arm I've grown is rather useful.
adrianjowitt to CoolElectronics
23 Mar 165#5
I found the sonicare copies I bought were great especially with the extra **** I developed even though it was five inches larger than my own one inch Delight. In fact my imaginary girlfriend suggested I purchase double next time
s24rrt
23 Mar 163#2
Tried some from ali express before. For some reason the little opening on the back of the brush kept catching my lip so ended up binning them. I have no issues with the genuine heads though.
izakamakazi to s24rrt
23 Mar 163#4
I had exactly the same problem with the cheaper heads.
garygdicker
23 Mar 161#1
They are very good and also sonicare ones can be sought too.
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The very first one I tried out of the pack was difficult to put on, and impossible to remove without the use of pliers, and then left the inside plastic part on the stem. I think this supports any comments querying the description as "..exactly the same as Oral B replacement heads..." Not a major issue for me, as the brush turns and I don't need to regularly remove the heads, but clearly they would be pretty useless for a family switching the heads daily.
To the OP, I'm not that fussed personally as I knew what I was really buying, and I can use them, But I think it was your description that may have rattled some as the reality is the replacement heads are what they are - cheap with hit-and-miss quality control, reflected in the price. Oral B quality they are definitely not, and I think it extremely unlikely that the 20 I received would last 10 years of normal use!
At least your dentist appears to answer your questions, unlike you.
So to get this straight, you bought and used in your mouth the particular brushes of this post, you then got sensitivity after a length of time you won't disclose, you took the brushes to your dentists, presumably he put them under a microscope and then declared that these brush heads were the cause of your sensitivty?
Well I'm pleased we got that sorted.
My dentist was the one that told me and he was right
I'm not one of those people that put just anything in my mouth...not like some.
Assuming these are the same as it's a similar picture and packaging - reviews here: http://www.amazon.co.uk/product-reviews/B00T70KGT4/ref=cm_cr_dp_see_all_summary?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1&sortBy=recent&pageNumber=1
Its like using a scourer, look at them under a magnifier.
Your reason that they caused sensitivity was due to them 'not the same as the originals'. Well if that were the reason, then every toothbrush and every other make of electric toothbrush head would cause sensitivity, since they are all different from the original oral b head.
Have you actually tried the actual heads the op took the time and effort to post?
http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/battery-powered-toothbrush-4-99-black-blue-lidl-nevadent-cleans-four-jaw-quadrants-2390109
I've used compatible heads in mine and guess what, the head didn't fall off and choke me, it didn't wear out after one brush (in fact it's 2 months now), my teeth didn't fall out or turn black and my own head didn't fall off due to the vibrations. My teeth and gums all feel very clean and healthy after brushing.
Guess I'm just exceptionally lucky judging by most peoples' experiences.
Bargain, ordered. Cheers OP.
Tried similar, days later switched back to Oral B. Some things are not worth being tight about.
Some people SWEAR by 'firm' manual brushes.
or even these made by a classic brand 'Wisdom':
http://www.concordextra.com/product/27694/Health+And+Beauty/WISDOM+SMOKERS+TOOTHBRUSH+EXTRA+HARD/?gclid=CjwKEAjw86e4BRCnzuWGlpjLoUcSJACaHG55cAFPOiPtGhs9Y_Sdeo2uSc0iyupClP7HYzcuweMbPBoCrdXw_wcB
EXTRA HARD
I have these ali exact ones and the oral B genuine head with two oral B brushes (batteries going) & I swear I cant tell which is which when I swap them.
Not voting either way, brought some imitation brushes before but seem to have had the opposite problem, the brushes were much rougher than the genuine ones, could easily damage your teeth with them. Are these any better?
Turns out she charges more for a cheesy experience.
ps I need a good head lol
there's a good chance the originals are made in China anyway and a possibility the factory are overmaking them and selling them off as compatibles.....
well......i wouldn't die of shock anyway :wink:
Cold
These particular 1's don't have an opening on the back of the brush. I really do find them exactly the same.