With rechargeable batteries, it's usually about balancing convenience with battery health.
Interesting, I've always wondered if that overnight charging trick actually helps or if it's just a placebo effect. Personally, I haven't noticed much difference with mine. Maybe it depends on the brand or battery type...? Anyone else find certain brands handle charging better?
I've noticed brand definitely matters. Had a cheaper toothbrush that barely held charge overnight, switched to a mid-range one and now it lasts days. Also, avoiding constant overnight charging seems to help battery life long-term... at least in my experience.
"Also, avoiding constant overnight charging seems to help battery life long-term... at least in my experience."
Interesting you mention that—I always worry about leaving mine plugged in overnight. Had a cheaper one before that barely lasted through brushing twice a day, drove me nuts. Now I've got a pricier model, and it's definitely better, but I still get anxious about overcharging it. Do you think unplugging it as soon as it's fully charged makes a noticeable difference? Or is it more about not leaving it plugged in constantly? I'm always paranoid about battery health...
Interesting you mention that—I always worry about leaving mine plugged in overnight.
I totally get the battery anxiety—been there myself, haha. Honestly though, most modern toothbrushes have smart charging tech built-in, so unplugging immediately after it's full probably won't make a huge difference. It's more about not leaving it plugged in all day, every day. Mine's lasted ages just by charging it once every week or two and then letting it drain naturally between charges. Seems to work pretty well without stressing too much about timing it perfectly.
"Mine's lasted ages just by charging it once every week or two and then letting it drain naturally between charges."
Glad I'm not the only one who worries about this stuff, haha. I used to obsessively unplug mine right after charging, but honestly, relaxing a bit hasn't hurt the battery yet... fingers crossed.
