The Dyson CameraJet sounds like one of those products that should make brushing your teeth easier. It has a built-in camera, a special system that looks for the gaps between your teeth, and a small jet that sprays mouth rinse into those spaces while you brush. Dyson has put a lot of technology into what is, at the end of the day, a toothbrush. The problem is that after buying one and using it myself, I cannot say I enjoyed the experience. It is expensive, awkward to use, and the feature that is supposed to help you see what you are doing actually makes brushing more difficult for me.
I paid attention to the CameraJet because Dyson is known for making unusual products, and the idea of having a toothbrush that could show me areas I might be missing sounded interesting. At $499.99, though, I expected something that would make my daily routine better, not something I would struggle to use. I also prefer my Oral-B toothbrush, which says quite a lot considering how much more Dyson is charging for this one.
There is plenty to talk about with the CameraJet, including how it works, the extra costs, what independent reviewers found, and why it disappeared from sale shortly after launch. But I want to start with my own experience because the biggest problem for me was not something I read in a review. It was what happened every time I tried to brush with it.
What Is the Dyson CameraJet Toothbrush?
The Dyson CameraJet is the company’s first electric toothbrush. It launched on September 1, 2026, and is built around a combination of sonic brushing, camera technology and a mouthwash delivery system.
The most unusual feature is its 100,000-pixel macro camera. Dyson uses this camera with something it calls Gap Optical Targeting, which is designed to identify the small spaces between your teeth. The idea is that the brush can help you see areas that need attention instead of simply brushing and hoping you have cleaned everywhere properly.
It also has a jet that sprays mouth rinse into the gaps between your teeth while you brush. You can view the camera feed through the MyDyson app, so the whole idea is to give you a closer look at your teeth and help you clean areas that might otherwise be missed.
On paper, I can understand why someone would find this interesting. Most people do not spend much time looking at the spaces between their teeth while brushing, and Dyson is trying to make that part of the routine easier. Unfortunately, the way the CameraJet works in practice has not been as impressive as the idea sounds.
My Experience Using the Dyson CameraJet
I bought the CameraJet expecting it to be a good upgrade, especially considering the price. My experience has been disappointing, and I honestly find it terrible to use.
The biggest problem is that I cannot see properly while brushing because liquid is spraying everywhere. The camera is supposed to help me get a better view of my teeth, but when the mouth rinse starts spraying, it becomes difficult to see what is going on. The liquid gets in the way, and the camera feature does not feel nearly as useful as I expected.
The position of the jet is another issue for me. It feels awkward, and I have not found it comfortable or natural to use. Instead of making brushing easier, I find myself trying to work around the way the brush is designed. I do not want to spend my morning figuring out how to hold a toothbrush just so I can get a clear view of my teeth.
I also find the sonic brushing very aggressive. It is much stronger than what I personally enjoy, and I do not like the feeling when using it. I know people have different preferences when it comes to electric toothbrushes, but this one simply does not work for me. I prefer my Oral-B, and I would rather use something that feels comfortable and does the job without making brushing such a complicated experience.
For a product that costs almost $500, I expected to enjoy using it. Instead, I find myself preferring a much more familiar toothbrush. That is probably the most disappointing part of my experience with the CameraJet.
How Much Does the Dyson CameraJet Cost?
The CameraJet is not a cheap toothbrush, even before you consider the cost of keeping it supplied with replacement parts and cleaning products.
When it launched, the listed prices were:
- United States: $499.99
- United Kingdom: £419.99
- Australia: AU$799
The replacement brush heads add to the cost. A pair is around $30 in the US or £25 in the UK, and they need replacing approximately every three months. Dyson also recommends its own low-foaming toothpaste and mouth rinse because ordinary toothpaste foam can interfere with the camera view.
That means the initial price is only part of what you are paying. You also have to think about replacement heads and the products Dyson recommends using with the brush. I find that a lot to ask from a toothbrush, particularly when I am not even enjoying the brushing experience.
What Do Other Reviews Say?
My experience is not the only thing worth considering. Trusted Reviews tested the CameraJet for two weeks and described it as an incredibly clever piece of engineering. The reviewer found that it could provide a deep clean once they had learned how to use the system properly.
However, the review also mentioned some practical problems, including messy flossing, a fiddly dock that takes effort to refill, and USB-C charging. These are not necessarily deal-breakers for everyone, but they show that the CameraJet comes with more to manage than a regular electric toothbrush.
A dentist who purchased the product gave it two out of five, which is another reason I would not assume that the technology automatically makes it a better choice. A toothbrush can have an impressive camera and an unusual cleaning system, but what matters most is whether it is comfortable and practical enough to use every day.
That is where I think Dyson has missed the mark for me. I do not need a toothbrush to turn my morning routine into a technical exercise. I want to brush properly, feel comfortable while doing it and get on with my day.
Why Did Dyson Stop Selling the CameraJet?
There is another issue that makes the CameraJet harder to recommend: it disappeared from sale shortly after its launch.
On September 30, 2026, Dyson said that one batch of jet tubes had a manufacturing process issue that could allow water to seep in. The company said this affected a small number of early products, and there was no formal recall announced.
This is worth mentioning because the problem involves the part of the toothbrush that handles liquid. The CameraJet uses a jet system to deliver mouth rinse while brushing, so any issue involving water getting where it should not be is something buyers would naturally want explained.
I also checked Dyson’s Australian store on November 8, 2026. The CameraJet was still listed at AU$799, but it was out of stock with a notify-me option. There was no announced date for when it would go back on sale.
I would not describe this as a formal recall because Dyson has said there has not been one. However, the fact that the product remained unavailable on the Australian store at the time I checked is worth knowing if you are considering buying one.
Is the Dyson CameraJet Worth $500?
Honestly, I would not recommend spending $500 on the Dyson CameraJet based on my experience. I understand what Dyson was trying to achieve, and the camera and mouthwash jet are clever ideas. But clever technology does not always make a product better to use.
For me, the liquid spraying around makes it difficult to see what I am doing, the jet is awkwardly positioned, and the sonic brushing feels too aggressive. I have tried it, and I still prefer my Oral-B. That is not what I expected after paying so much for a Dyson toothbrush.
The ongoing costs do not help either. You have replacement heads to buy, along with Dyson’s recommended low-foaming toothpaste and mouth rinse. Add the reported problems with the jet tubes and the fact that the product was still unavailable on Dyson’s Australian store when I checked, and I would have a hard time telling anyone to rush out and buy one.
Left to me, I would skip the Dyson CameraJet. It may appeal to people who enjoy trying unusual technology, but I do not think the camera and mouthwash system make up for the awkward brushing experience. I bought one, and I do not like it. For my everyday brushing, I would rather stick with Oral-B than spend another $500 trying to make the CameraJet work for me.
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