"Now I always empty the reservoir completely and wrap it in a Ziploc bag or something waterproof."
Haha, glad I'm not the only one who learned that lesson the hard way. Nothing like opening your bag to find everything suspiciously damp... Anyway, good tip about cycling the battery. I've been paranoid about battery life too, but maybe I'll give cordless another shot—especially if lithium-ion makes a difference. Thanks for easing some of my anxiety!
I definitely had a similar experience with cordless models. Took mine on vacation once, thinking I'd be clever and save space—ended up with a damp suitcase and a suspiciously dead battery halfway through the trip. Not exactly ideal when you're stuck somewhere remote and can't recharge easily. Switched back to countertop after that, but now I'm reconsidering again after reading about newer lithium-ion batteries holding charges better.
One thing I've noticed though is that countertop units seem to have stronger water pressure overall, which I personally prefer for thorough cleaning. Has anyone else found cordless ones powerful enough for daily use, or do you feel they're more suited to travel and convenience-type situations? Curious if the tech has improved enough lately to close that gap...
Yeah, I totally get the hesitation about cordless models. I've been eyeing them too, mostly because my bathroom counter space is super limited. But honestly, I'm worried about spending money on something that might not have enough pressure to really clean properly. My dentist keeps emphasizing how important strong water pressure is for gum health, and countertop units seem more reliable there. Maybe newer cordless ones have improved, but I'm still skeptical...especially at their current prices.
I totally understand your hesitation about cordless models. I've been there myself—my bathroom is tiny, and I thought a cordless water flosser would be the perfect solution to free up some counter space. I ended up buying one of the newer cordless models about six months ago, and honestly, it's a mixed bag. It does save space and it's convenient for travel, but you're right about the pressure...even on the highest setting, it's noticeably weaker than my old countertop unit. My dentist didn't exactly criticize it but did mention that stronger pressure usually gives better results for gum health.
The battery life is another thing to consider—mine needs charging pretty often, which can get frustrating. If you're someone who values strong pressure and consistent performance over portability, I'd lean toward sticking with countertop models for now. Maybe in another year or two cordless tech will catch up? Until then, countertop seems like the safer bet if gum health is your main priority.
