We compared two interdental brushes: the TePe Original Interdental Brush Mixed Pack and the 88 Count Dual-Size Interdental Brushes.
What we looked at
Sizes, handle, pack size, materials, and price per brush. The two use different sizing conventions.
The verdict
If you want to find the right size with a handled brush from a dental brand, the TePe mixed pack is the pick at £4.50, about 56p a brush. If you would rather have 88 small picks in two sizes, the 88 count set is the alternative, at £9.99, about 11p a brush.
A £4.50 pack of 8 TePe brushes in mixed sizes from 0.4 to 1.3mm.
A £9.99 pack of 88 picks in 2.5mm and 3mm head sizes.
TePe Interdental Brush Original Mixed Pack, 0.4-1.3mm, 8 Pieces — Find Your Size
Intended for: Marketed as a mixed pack of 8 TePe Original interdental brushes in sizes from 0.4 to 1.3mm (ISO 0 to 7), suited to narrow and wide gaps and to finding the size that suits you. The listing describes an ergonomically shaped handle and plaque removal between teeth. Carries 4.6 stars from 78.2K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the 88 count set in total, at £4.50
- Mixed sizes from 0.4 to 1.3mm to find your fit
- Ergonomic handle
- Very large review history (78.2K ratings)
Worth knowing
- Only 8 brushes, about 56p each against about 11p
- Higher cost per brush than the 88 count set
Best for
- Buyers who want to find their interdental size
- Anyone who wants a handled brush from a dental brand
- Those who want the larger review history
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want the lowest price per brush
- Anyone who wants a large pack
Interdental Brushes 88 Count, 2.5mm and 3mm Dual-Size Dental Picks — 88 Count
Intended for: Marketed as 88 interdental brushes with two head sizes, blue at 2.5mm and red at 3mm, in a 5 x 0.7cm size with soft nylon bristles and a flexible bend. The listing says they use food-grade plastic and stainless steel wire and are recommended by dental hygienists. Carries 4.3 stars from 3.7K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- 88 brushes in the pack, about 11p each
- Two head sizes, 2.5mm and 3mm
- Soft nylon bristles with a flexible bend
- Food-grade plastic and stainless steel wire per the listing
Worth knowing
- Costs £5.49 more than the TePe pack in total
- Lower star rating than the TePe (4.3 vs 4.6)
- Only two sizes, with no very narrow gaps option stated
Best for
- Buyers who want a large pack at the lowest price per brush
- Anyone with wider gaps
- Those who want spares for travel and work
Not ideal for
- Buyers who need very narrow sizes
- Anyone who wants a handled brush
