Totally get the countertop clutter issue—my bathroom's tiny too, so I went cordless. Reservoir refills aren't ideal, but honestly, after a while it just became part of my routine...small trade-off for less chaos on the counter, I guess.
Does the cordless one hold up well over time, though? I've been tempted to switch from countertop because of space (and price, honestly), but I worry about battery life and durability. Good to hear the reservoir refills aren't a huge hassle for you...maybe I'd adjust too. Anyway, props for making it work in a tiny bathroom—I feel your pain with limited counter space.
I've been using a cordless one for about two years now, and honestly, battery life's still pretty solid. I charge it maybe once every week or two? Durability-wise, it's held up fine even after a couple accidental drops (oops). Reservoir refills become second nature pretty quickly too—just part of the routine.
Interesting to hear about your cordless experience. I've been using a countertop model myself for the past few years, and I do appreciate the larger reservoir—fewer refills mean less hassle each morning. Plus, I find that the countertop ones often have adjustable pressure settings, which really helps if your gums are sensitive (mine can be pretty finicky sometimes).
But honestly, the cordless models are tempting me more lately because of convenience and portability. I travel quite a bit, and lugging around my countertop flosser just isn't practical at all. Your experience with battery life sounds reassuring too—I was worried I'd have to constantly recharge it.
One thing I'm still curious about is water pressure consistency. Have you noticed any drop-off in performance as the battery drains? My main hesitation has always been whether cordless units can match countertop models in terms of consistent, reliable pressure throughout the charge cycle.
I've also heard some cordless models can feel a bit bulky or awkward to handle, especially when reaching those tricky back teeth...but maybe that's just down to personal preference or getting used to it?
I've been using a cordless model for about a year now, and honestly, the pressure consistency hasn't been much of an issue for me. Sure, when the battery is really low (like, blinking-red-light low), I do notice a slight drop-off—but it's subtle enough that it doesn't affect my flossing routine. Usually, I just charge it every few days to avoid hitting that point anyway.
As for handling, yeah...it felt a bit bulky at first, especially reaching those pesky back molars. But after a week or two, I got used to maneuvering it pretty comfortably. Now it's second nature. And the portability factor is huge—I travel often too, and being able to toss it into my carry-on without thinking twice has been a game changer.
That said, if your gums are super sensitive and you're used to adjustable pressure settings on your countertop model, you might miss that flexibility. Cordless models usually have fewer settings—mine has just two—but I've found the lower setting gentle enough even on sensitive days.
Bottom line: if convenience and portability matter most to you, cordless is definitely worth giving a shot.
