Which personal care devices are worth buying?
An Oral-B electric toothbrush, an Omron BP monitor, a OneBlade, a beard trimmer, a dryer and a straightener. Brand-listed facts only; not medical advice.
By Siddhi Panchal · Updated October 23, 2026
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Quick picks
| Best for | Pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Oral care | Oral-B Vitality 100 Electric Toothbrush | Rechargeable round-head brush with Daily and Sensitive modes and a 2-minute timer |
| BP monitoring | Omron HEM-7120 BP Monitor | Upper-arm BP monitor with automatic inflation and a memory for past readings |
| Trim + shave | Philips OneBlade Turbo2X (QP2724) | Trims, edges and shaves, with 1, 3 and 5 mm combs and IPX7 waterproofing |
| Beard | Philips BT3302/15 Beard Trimmer | 10 length settings from 0.5 to 10 mm, up to 60 minutes a charge |
| Drying | Philips HP8100 Hair Dryer | Compact 1000 W dryer with a concentrator nozzle |
| Styling | Philips BHS393/40 Straightener | Titanium-infused ceramic plates that heat up in about 60 seconds |
Best for oral care
Oral-B Vitality 100 Electric Toothbrush
Rechargeable round-head brush with Daily and Sensitive modes and a 2-minute timer.
Catch: Replacement heads cost extra over time.
| Modes | Daily, Sensitive |
|---|---|
| Timer | 2 min, 30 s quadrants |
| Water | IPX7 |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Source: Oral-B's official Amazon.in store listing.
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Best for bp monitoring
Omron HEM-7120 BP Monitor
Upper-arm BP monitor with automatic inflation and a memory for past readings.
Catch: Fits 22–32 cm arms; not a substitute for a doctor.
| Type | Upper arm, automatic |
|---|---|
| Cuff | 22–32 cm |
| Display | LCD |
| Power | 4 × AA (included) |
| Weight | 560 g |
Source: Omron's official Amazon.in store listing.
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Best for trim + shave
Philips OneBlade Turbo2X (QP2724)
Trims, edges and shaves, with 1, 3 and 5 mm combs and IPX7 waterproofing.
Catch: Blade needs replacing about every 4 months.
| Runtime | 45 min |
|---|---|
| Combs | 1, 3, 5 mm |
| Water | IPX7 |
| Charging | USB-A |
| Blade life | Up to 4 months |
Source: Philips' official Amazon.in store listing.
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Best for beard
Philips BT3302/15 Beard Trimmer
10 length settings from 0.5 to 10 mm, up to 60 minutes a charge.
Catch: A full charge takes 1.5 hours.
| Runtime | Up to 60 min |
|---|---|
| Charging | 1.5 h full, 15 min quick charge |
| Lengths | 10 settings, 0.5–10 mm, 1 mm steps |
| Cleaning | Rinseable head |
| Warranty | 2 years + 1 year on registration |
Source: Philips product leaflet.
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Best for drying
Philips HP8100 Hair Dryer
Compact 1000 W dryer with a concentrator nozzle.
Catch: Corded, with 2 speed settings.
| Power | 1000 W |
|---|---|
| Speeds | 2 |
| Nozzle | Concentrator |
| Cord | 1.5 m |
Source: Philips product leaflet (HP8100).
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Best for styling
Philips BHS393/40 Straightener
Titanium-infused ceramic plates that heat up in about 60 seconds.
Catch: 20 mm plates, narrower than some.
| Plates | Ceramic with titanium, 20 × 90 mm |
|---|---|
| Max temperature | 210 °C |
| Settings | 2 temperatures |
| Heat-up | About 60 s |
| Cord | 1.6 m, swivel |
Source: Philips' official Amazon.in store listing.
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How we picked
We picked one product per job from brands with an official store on Amazon.in, and checked that each was live and in stock on 23 Oct 2026. Specs come from the brand's own website where it publishes them; otherwise from the brand's official Amazon.in store listing, and each pick names its source. We show no price unless it comes live from Amazon.in with the time it was checked. None of these have been tested hands-on yet.
See all Health & Personal CareFAQs
What cuff size does the Omron HEM-7120 fit?
A 22–32 cm upper arm, per Omron's listing. Ask your doctor how to use home readings.
How long does the Oral-B Vitality timer run?
Two minutes, split into four 30-second quadrants.
Can the Philips OneBlade be used wet?
Yes. Philips lists it as IPX7 waterproof, for wet or dry use.
Have you tested these hands-on?
Not yet. This guide is research-based, from each brand's published specs. We will say so clearly when one has been tested.