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Classic Blue Waterpik™ Aquarius™ Professional water flosser and Waterpik™ White Cordless Advanced 2.0 water flosser

Countertop vs. Cordless WaterpikTM Water Flosser

Which Water Flosser is Best For You?

All WATERPIK water flosser models deliver clinically proven benefits. But which model is best for you, and how do you choose between countertop models and cordless styles?

Choosing the best WATERPIK water flosser depends on your needs and priorities.

To help you decide, let’s take a closer look at 3 key features:

  1. Water pressure
  2. Reservoir capacity
  3. Size and portability

#1 Water Pressure

Water pressure settings let you control the force of the water spray produced by the water flosser.

Our countertop models offer a greater range of water pressure settings — up to 10 settings, from extra low to extra high, while our cordless handheld models offer 2 (low/high) or 3 (low/medium/high) settings.

All WATERPIK water flosser pressure settings are safe and effective. However, experienced WATERPIK water flosser users tend to prefer higher pressure settings. If you have sensitive areas, you may also want the extra-low pressure settings offered by a countertop model.

#2 Reservoir Capacity

Countertop water flossers hold more water than cordless models:

Waterpik countertop vs. cordless water flosser reservoir capacity

Water reservoir capacity comparison of countertop vs. cordless models

Depending on the pressure setting in use, you can floss for 60–90+ seconds with a countertop model, compared to 30–45 seconds for a cordless model.

This means that you may need to refill a cordless model to complete water flossing.

#3 Size and Portability

The trade offs of a lower pressure range and smaller reservoir of a cordless water flosser may be the right choice if size and portability are more important to you.

For example, a cordless water flosser is helpful for:

  • Bathrooms with a small countertop or limited storage space
  • Travel (convenient charging via USB cable)
  • Use in the shower (waterproof cordless models)
  • As an alternative to your countertop model when you are away from home

A countertop water flosser offers:

  • More flossing tips for easier use by multiple family members
  • Range of sizes, including the compact ION Professional model, which is also rechargeable

Get More Information

To learn more, check out our Water Flosser Buying Guide.

You can also shop WATERPIK Products and use our handy comparison tool to see specifications, view ratings, and find where to buy.

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