... I must echo other reviewers who have criticized the terrible performance of the "rechargeable" batteries in this device. I loved the results of the cleaning but can't abide the fact that the batteries died (i.e., simply could not hold any amount of charge) right around the 2-year mark (coincidentally when warranties expire!). The fact that the batteries cannot be swapped out is truly appalling and can't be viewed as anything but a major rip-off of customers by a greedy corporation. Despite really enjoying the cleaning functions, I can't support buying a replacement brush knowing that the dead-battery problem will recur. It's simply a bad investment. Sorry, but this is one brand that will not enjoy my consumer loyalty. I'm truly disappointed to have to write this.
Important note to other toothbrush owners: please don't throw an expended toothbrush in the trash where the toxic battery compounds will leach out - there are official means of recycling the batteries so their contents don't pollute our groundwater and environment. See http://www.rbrc.org/call2recycle (link provided on the Sonicare website). Thanks. ...
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