I tested the new Suri 2.0 toothbrush and it fixed my only problem with the original

The original Suri brush was my go-to toothbrush from the moment I unboxed it. I was so set on the original Suri being the toothbrush that would last me a lifetime — it’s repairable and recyclable. But when I got my hands on the brand-new Suri 2.0 to review, I found myself reaching for the upgrade rather than the original.

Everyone brushes their teeth (I hope…), so ensuring you have one of the best electric toothbrushes is a must. I take my dental care very seriously — I didn’t suffer through braces for two years for nothing — so I am particularly interested in perfecting my dental routine.

I’ll discuss everything about the Suri 2.0 — and whether current Suri users need to upgrade or not — in this Suri 2.0 toothbrush review.

Suri 2.0 review: Cheat sheet

• What is it? The newest electric sonic toothbrush from Suri
• What does it cost? Quite a bit: $135/£105
• Who is it for? People who prioritize sustainability
• What do we wish it did better? I wish it came with replacement heads and a couple of mirror mounts so you have one as backup

Suri 2.0 review: Specs

Suri 2.0: $135 at trysuri.com

This link will work for both U.K. and U.S. readers.The Suri 2.0 is launching in the U.S. with an MSRP of $135, which is $10 pricier than the Suri 1.0. In the U.K., it's £105, up from the 1.0's £95 RRP. With the new model, you get extra features like a pressure sensor, improved travel case, and improving charging mount. The Suri 2.0 uses the same castor-oil-and-cornstarch brush heads as the first.

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Suri 2.0 review: Price & availability

The Suri 2.0 toothbrush is $135 from Suri U.S. and £105 from Boots U.K. or Suri U.K. direct.

This price is £10/$10 higher than the original Suri’s RRP of $125/£95. Considering the original brush came out in 2022, and the 2.0 has improved features, I’m not as upset about this increase as I thought I would be. Considering Phillips and Oral-B’s high-end brushes now go for up to $300, this isn’t too bad.

For example, the Oral-B iO Series 5 is $149 on Amazon, Oral-B GeniusX is $199, and the iO Series 9 is a whopping $299. $135 doesn’t seem so bad now, does it?

I think Suri 2.0 is worth the cost: hopefully, this will be the last toothbrush you ever buy. I’ve been a Suri convert since I reviewed the original back in March, and I don’t see myself ever going to another toothbrush brand now. It’s just too good — and the lack of plastic, plus the deliberate omission of the pointless 'AI' features plaguing toothbrushes these days, are the cherries on top.

Suri 2.0 review: Design & features

As with the original Suri toothbrush, the Suri 2.0 is a design marvel. My favorite aspects of the original have all returned: an aluminum body, plant-based recyclable heads, and a minimal yet efficacious design.

The Suri 2.0 has just one button on the centre of the aluminum body. One press will turn the toothbrush on; a second press will lower the sonic vibrations for a gentler clean. There are no superfluous features like Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or AI, which is a welcome reprieve from the overwhelm of smart tech, particularly in beauty and lifestyle tech like hairdryers and toothbrushes that frankly don’t need it.

The Suri 2.0 comes in five colors: salmon pink, sage green, warm navy, black, and white. I tested the pink version, and I have also tested the sage green colorway of the original Suri. While the green version is beautiful, I am really happy with the pink model. It’s such a gorgeous shade and adds a nice pop of color to my bathroom.

As with the original Suri, the Suri 2.0 comes with a magnetic mirror mount and unlike the original, a UV travel case, a travel clip-on head cover, and an utterly fantastic charging mount.

One of the most annoying things about the original Suri was the finicky charging mount; if I walked too heavily past the charger, the toothbrush would topple over. Thankfully, Suri has rectified that with the 2.0; the charging base is stable now.

Another welcome change is the UV travel case. The original Suri had a well-designed but functionally annoying travel case. It wouldn’t charge unless it was plugged in, which is obviously annoying when traveling. The new travel case has UV cleaning, so you can clean the brush head while traveling. This is great and I found myself looking forward to trips away so I could take the travel case with me (I only had a one-night trip during my testing period, but the travel case worked perfectly during that trip).

Lastly, the mirror mount. This has a sticky pad on the back; my original Suri mount lasted about two months before falling off. As I’ve only been testing the Suri 2.0 for a month, I can’t attest if the new mirror mount surpasses this. Hopefully it will — I’ll update this article if and when the mirror mount falls off.

Speaking of features, the Suri 2.0 has a few returning features and one new feature. As with the original, the 2.0 has a month+ battery life, IPX7 waterproofing so you can brush your teeth in the shower, and two vibration speeds.

And the best feature, new for the 2.0? The pressure sensor. Yes, my only major con has been fixed with the new Suri brush. Unlike its predecessor, the Suri 2.0 has a pressure sensor! I was over the moon when I found this out. I’ll chat about this more in ‘Cleaning performance’ below.

Suri 2.0 review: Battery

As with the original Suri brush, the 2.0 has awesome battery life. It’s well over a month, and I can confirm that first-hand.

I unboxed the Suri 2.0 on August 5th and I’ve used it every day since then. I didn’t charge the brush out of the box (oops). I only had to charge it on August 23rd, which means it lasted 18 days on a half charge.

Since August 23rd, I have not had to charge the brush at all. I will update this review with the date I had to recharge the brush again. I’m very confident in the Suri 2.0’s claimed month-long battery life.

The original Suri lasted so long during charges that I forgot when I last charged it — definitely longer than a month.

Other branded toothbrushes last much less than this — Oral-B’s iO range lasts about 2 weeks and Phillips’ Sonicare range lasts 3 weeks. I love how rarely I have to charge my toothbrush.

Suri 2.0 review: Cleaning performance

Firstly, I’ll quickly discuss the pressure sensor, as this was the feature I was most excited about. Unlike other brand brushes (I’m thinking the ancient Oral-B my boyfriend uses), the 2.0 doesn’t flash red lights or beep at you irately when you brush too hard.

The toothbrush pulses twice and reduces pressure to let you know you're brushing too hard. I think this is a better system than flashing red lights, and it's a welcome improvement from the first model. In fact, it's the only thing the first model was missing. Now that the Suri 2.0 has a pressure sensor, I'd go as far to say this is the only toothbrush I'll ever need.

In the month I’ve been testing the Suri 2.0 and the five months I’ve been using the original Suri, I’ve had no gum or tooth pain — at my regular checkup my dentist said I have “great” teeth. I’m not going to claim that’s entirely because of the Suri — it would be disingenuous of me as I’m not a dental professional — but I can show you some pictures.

Here are two photos of my teeth with some disclosing tablets before and after brushing. In the first picture, you can see the purple plaque, and in the second picture, you can see the lack of purple plaque.

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True, I have to go over certain spots, and I always floss after brushing at night, but that’s the same of any toothbrush. The 2.0 has the same 33,000 vibrations per minute as the original, but the motor itself has a wide sweep so cleans more of my teeth.

I love how the Suri brush cleans my teeth and I’m going to keep using the toothbrush for the foreseeable future.

Suri 2.0 review: How does it compare?

The Suri brand is known for its sustainability and planet-first focus. As a result, there are very few other electric toothbrush brands that meet such impressive sustainability criteria.

As the Suri 2.0 is made completely of recyclable or plant-based materials, this is one of the only choices for fellow planet-conscious consumers.

The Ordo Sonic brush is described as being “vegan” but the brush itself is made of plastic, so it’s not as eco-friendly as the Suri 2.0. You can get the Etee toothbrush — made from bamboo, castor oil, and plastic — for $70, and it’s fully recyclable, just like the Suri brush. The Etee brush could be a good option if the Suri 2.0 is a little out of your price range, but be warned it’s not completely plastic-free. Three bamboo Etee heads are $22, which is more expensive than Suri's $18/£14 for three heads.

In terms of the mainstream brands, like Oral-B and Phillips, the electric brushes start from as low as $22, which is great for those on a budget. Replacement heads are also $19 for four, which is considerably cheaper than the more sustainable options. However, none of these brushes are plastic free or recyclable, so if sustainability is your number one priority, then the Suri 2.0 is the perfect choice.

And finally: if you’re a current Suri toothbrush user, is the 2.0 worth the upgrade? In short, no. I wouldn't advise recycling your current Suri and getting the 2.0 unless you’re desperate for a pressure sensor or UV-C travel case.

As Suri is, at its core, a sustainable company, realistically the most Suri-esque and environmentally friendly thing you can do is keep using your older tech, so I would just keep the Suri 1.0.

Suri 2.0 review: Verdict

If, like me, you take sustainability seriously (or like to think you take sustainability seriously), then the Suri 2.0 toothbrush is the only option I’d wholeheartedly recommend. However, if you’re a current Suri user, I don’t think you need to upgrade.

For newcomers, I’d definitely recommend buying the pricier 2.0 over the original model. This toothbrush is supposed to be the last toothbrush you ever buy, so I’d buy the more advanced model with a pressure sensor and better accessories to futureproof the device. I’m going to keep using my 2.0 and gift my original Suri to a family member or friend to prevent needing to use resources to recycle it.

If you are serious about sustainability, battery life, sleek and modern design, and high-quality accessories, then the Suri 2.0 is 100% the toothbrush for you. I don’t see myself using another toothbrush ever again.

Suri 2.0: $135 at trysuri.com

This link will work for both U.K. and U.S. readers.The Suri 2.0 is launching in the U.S. with an MSRP of $135, which is $10 pricier than the Suri 1.0. In the U.K., it's £105, up from the 1.0's £95 RRP. With the new model, you get extra features like a pressure sensor, improved travel case, and improving charging mount. The Suri 2.0 uses the same castor-oil-and-cornstarch brush heads as the first.

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