It’s only been about two years since I decided to move to an electric toothbrush. For the last 35 years, give or take, I’ve been a manual guy. Even then, it wasn’t anything fancy—it was a “get the job done” kind of deal.
I’ve never really researched the toothbrush I use, nor have I given it much thought. It’s just one of those things I use every day out of necessity for good oral hygiene.
With every other bit of technology I’ve bought—even my mattress and pillow—I’ve researched and compared, sometimes obsessively.
I’m actually fastidious about mouth care, my Mum was a Dental Nurse who indoctrinated me with good oral hygiene principles, but have I given enough thought to what I’m putting in my mouth?
Well, trust Kevin, my editor, to once again pique my interest with a left-of-field review request. And here it was: the MarchPower 2-in-1 portable electric toothbrush with a built-in water flosser.
Based on my research, there’s next to nothing out there that directly competes with it. So, have MarchPower found a niche that will gain traction? Let’s find out.
Design & Build Quality
MarchPower have done a great job with the design of this toothbrush. It feels nicely weighted, solid to hold, and has a lovely hexagonal 3D grip that is also aesthetically pleasing. It comes with three brush heads and a convenient carry case for travel.
There’s no denying that the 2-in-1 unit is a bit on the chunky side, thanks to the need to house the water reservoir in the handle. However, MarchPower have done a good job of making the unit more portable by allowing the reservoir handle to slide onto the top of the unit, effectively reducing its footprint when packed in its bag.
While MarchPower advertise it as USB-C chargeable, that’s not entirely accurate. It charges via a dock that connects via USB-C, but the 2-in-1 unit itself relies entirely on that dock. If the dock breaks, well, it’s lights out.
The base of the MarchPower 2-in-1 features two charging pins and a sturdy retractable aluminum tube for the water reservoir, which doubles as the handle. The entire plastic body has a subtle non-slip texture. It’s also IPX7-rated, meaning it can handle use in the shower without issue and should survive being dropped into the bathtub or sink.
For those not travelling, or who want a longer flossing session, there’s an option to connect an extended hose to access a larger water container.
Technology aside, the most important feature of any toothbrush is the brush head itself, and in this case, MarchPower doesn’t disappoint. The brush uses DuPont bristles, which are soft and gentle on the gums while still providing an effective clean. DuPont, a globally recognised leader in materials science, is known for developing high-quality synthetic fibres, and their bristles are designed for durability and performance.
The MarchPower 2-in-1 employs an ultrasonic brushing mechanism, which operates at about 40,000 vibrations per minute, meaning you should get a solid clean. Given that the device packs both a brush motor and a water pump, it makes sense to opt for ultrasonic technology.
Features, Technology & Battery Life
With the MarchPower 2-in-1, you won’t find fancy Bluetooth functionality or brushing analytics, but you do get three brushing modes and three flossing modes, creating up to 12 different cleaning combinations.
The unit features a lithium battery and takes approximately two hours to reach full charge, which is claimed to provide up to 25 days of use.
For me, I got about 14 days of use, but that included extended testing with both brushing and flossing. It’s not implausible that with general use, you’d hit that 25-day mark.
User Experience
I found the ultrasonic brushing experience to be refreshingly good, especially compared to my Oral-B mechanical brush head. Thanks to the DuPont-made soft brush head, it felt much gentler on my gums. I found a “less is more” approach worked best—reducing pressure on my teeth and gums and letting the ultrasonic brush do its job. It left my teeth feeling satisfyingly squeaky clean.
The water flosser took a little more getting used to. Firstly, the sensation of what felt like a water pistol going off in my mouth took some time to adjust to. Secondly, the reservoir only holds about 20 seconds’ worth of water, meaning you need the tactical efficiency of a Delta Force sniper to hit all the gaps in your teeth—or be prepared to refill the reservoir or use the extended hose.
That said, the water flosser was effective, blasting between teeth without causing the bleeding gums that can sometimes occur with conventional thread floss.
I mostly used the standard settings for both brushing and water flossing and found the overall experience highly effective.
Price & Conclusion
Available for $90 AUD on Amazon, the MarchPower 2-in-1 electric toothbrush offers great value for money and provides something no other manufacturer currently does—a truly portable 2-in-1 functionality. At time of publish there is a 15% off coupon available.
If there’s a downside, it’s the reliance on a charging dock. A USB-C charging port directly on the unit would be a far better long-term option. However, this isn’t a dealbreaker and certainly not enough to stop me from recommending it as either a personal toothbrush or a great gift.
