The best electric toothbrushes for travellers

A toothbrush is usually the last thing to go into your carry-on and one of the most important. However, tossing your brush carelessly into your weekender without protection is a recipe for germs. Sure, you could opt to buy one of those folding manual brushes for trips away, but if you’re used to the power of your regular electric model, it can be tough to switch.

Fortunately there are plenty of quality electric toothbrushes available with travel cases, so you can keep yours hygienic on the move without sacrificing power. Some even have cases that hold their own charge, so you can both forgo packing your regular charger and won’t be disappointed should the hotel’s plugs not be compatible.

There are travel brushes to suit all budgets, with impressive features including real-time technique training via an app, two-minute timers and pressure sensors, so you can keep your teeth in tip-top shape whether at home or away – and all without risk of it getting dirty in your wash bag. Here are our picks of the best electric toothbrushes for travellers we’ve found.