Oral-B Pro 1000 Gum Care review

The Pro 1000 is Oral-B's long-running entry rechargeable brush, and the Gum Care version sold on Oral-B's US store adds ultra-thin bristles that Oral-B describes as gentle on gums. It uses a round head with Oral-B's 3D cleaning action rather than the side-to-side sonic motion of a Sonicare, so it suits people who like the feel of a dentist's polishing cup. Oral-B lists a pressure sensor and an in-handle timer that pulses every 30 seconds to tell you to move to the next area of your mouth. There is one brushing mode. Oral-B claims 300% more plaque removal along the gum line than a manual brush. The box includes the handle, a charger and two brush heads, and the price is $49.99 with a 2-year warranty. The main limits are a single mode and no app or travel case, and the brush does not take the newer iO heads, though it works with Oral-B's broad range of standard heads.

Who it is for

people who prefer a round oscillating head on a tight budget

Price

$49.99 at Oral-B US.

Removes 300% more plaque along the gum line than a manual brush. $49.99
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 12, 2026.

Key features

• 3D cleaning action with a round oscillating head
• Pressure sensor
• In-handle timer pulses every 30 seconds
• Comes with 2 brush heads and a charger
• Works with CrossAction, FlossAction, Precision Clean, 3D White, Sensitive Gum Care and other standard Oral-B heads

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Oral-B claims 300% more plaque removal along the gum line than a manual brush
• Strength: Two brush heads in the box, a six-month supply at Oral-B's three-month replacement advice
• Strength: Compatible with Oral-B's widely sold standard brush heads
• Weakness: One brushing mode
• Weakness: No travel case listed in the box
• Weakness: Not compatible with iO brush heads

Key facts

• Price: $49.99
• Modes: 1
• Timer: 2 minutes, pulses every 30 seconds
• In the box: Handle, charger, 2 brush heads
• Warranty: 2 years

Where it ranks

Oral-B Pro 1000 Gum Care is No. 4 in our Best Electric Toothbrushes verdict.