Bitvae Whitening Strips: An Affordable Path to a Brighter Smile?

Bitvae Whitening Strips at a Glance

Founded in 2022, Bitvae takes a user-centered approach to creating products that help make oral hygiene routines easier and more enjoyable. They partner with a network of dentists and product ambassadors to get in-the-field feedback on the products and features real people want and need, then work to make them a reality.

While their primary focus is on toothbrushes, their whitening strips are an intriguing option too, thanks to a blend of hydrogen peroxide and Dead Sea salt—which may have dental remineralizing properties and contribute to overall oral health. These strips:

• Are formulated for sensitive teeth.
• Contain a mixture of synthetic and natural ingredients.
• Allow for easy whitening, and can even be used on the go.
• Are competitively priced, with a lower cost per whitening session than many competitors.

Currently, Bitvae Whitening Strips are only available for purchase through the company’s website or Amazon storefront. Typically, Amazon offers the best deal.

Pros and Cons

Bitvae is making a name for itself based on affordable products that address real-world oral health concerns, and their whitening strips are no exception. Still, they aren’t perfect, and before making a purchase, you need to know the advantages and disadvantages.

Effectiveness

Maybe you aren’t too picky about your whitening products. Or perhaps you have a long list of requirements before you’ll use a treatment to brighten your smile. In either case, there is one feature that you need: effectiveness. A whitening strip has to whiten, or it’s just a waste of money.

Bitvae claims their whitening strips can remove up to ten years of tough stains from coffee, wine, and tobacco. They also say you can see results in just a few days — though they don’t specify a number — with full results in 14 sessions or fewer.

But do customer results back up those claims? Nearly 2/3rds of Amazon reviewers gave the strips a 5-star rating, and over 90% awarded three or more stars. The claim that they remove ten years of stains is difficult to qualify, but customers often noted a change in shade within a few uses. However, many said the results weren’t as significant as they’d expected, and in some cases fell short of the results the reviewer got from other products.

Bitvae uses hydrogen peroxide as its main whitening agent. Hydrogen peroxide is a standard ingredient in whitening formulas, and it works by oxidizing organic pigments in the enamel and dentin. Bitvae’s concentration is slightly lower than some other whitening products at 6%. However, this concentration helps make the formula gentler for sensitive teeth, and studies have still found it effective.

Some customers did complain that the strips themselves are too rigid, preventing them from getting into the ridges of the teeth, causing uneven results. However, this was not a consistent issue, from what we could tell.

Affordability

Teeth whitening is nothing new. People have been using at-home methods for centuries, and dentists have offered professional treatments for over 40 years. But options that are both affordable and safe? These are more recent developments.

While many over-the-counter whitening products still cost $60–$200, Bitvae Whitening Strips are just $29.99 on their website. They’ll often offer them at $10 off, though, making them even more budget-friendly.

If you go through Bitvae’s Amazon storefront, you could find their strips at an even lower price. Plus, Amazon’s Subscribe and Save feature lets you save 40% on your first order in addition to a slight discount with each automatic reorder. They also often have coupon codes on Amazon that apply when you order multiple Bitvae products.

This price is solid, but might not seem exceptionally affordable. However, it looks a lot better when you break down the price per whitening session. Each Bitvae Whitening Strip package includes 14 regular treatments plus four express treatments, for a total of 18 whitening sessions. That works out to roughly $1.66 per session.

How does this compare to the cost per session of other whitening strips on the market? It’s actually the lowest price of any whitening strip we’ve reviewed. BURST comes closest, with a cost of $1.99 per session if you subscribe. Ultimately, if there is one thing Bitvae offers, it’s a excellent value.

Quality of Ingredients

Getting the job done is great, but how you get it done is equally important. With whitening strips, it’s a question of ingredients, and Bitvae uses mostly standard ingredients, with a little twist.

The Bitvae whitening strip formula features hydrogen peroxide and Dead Sea salt. Most at-home kits use either hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide — which contains hydrogen peroxide, but at a lower concentration. Bitvae uses a 6% concentration, which is slightly lower than some competitors, but far from weak.

The use of Dead Sea salt helps Bitvae strips stand out. There’s little to no scientific evidence that sea salt can actively whiten teeth, but this 1999 study suggests that it has remineralizing properties — which can reduce sensitivity — and a study from 2017 showed that sea-salt rinses can help control plaque. However, it’s unclear if these benefits translate to strips, since most studies use sea-salt mouth rinses.

Experts advise against scrubbing or brushing your teeth with sea salt because it can wear them down, but these strips aren’t rubbing against the teeth, so they’re considered safe to use.

These two ingredients are supported by:

• Glycerin: This helps pull moisture out of the enamel, making it easier for the peroxide to whiten them.
• PVP: Polyvinylpyrrolidone helps stop stains from sticking to the teeth.
• Water: Without water, the gel becomes dry and ineffective.
• Alcohol: Like glycerin, alcohol helps to reduce the level of moisture in the enamel.
• Xylitol: Fights plaque to prevent the build-up of stains.
• Sodium Polyacrylate: A whitening additive that helps lift out stains.
• Ethylcellulose: This creates a coating to help prevent saliva from washing away the whitening agents.
• Stevioside: A natural sweetener that helps to mask the flavor of peroxide.
• Menthol: Peroxide has a rather unpleasant taste, but menthol masks it with a peppermint-like flavor and scent.
• Aroma: Since the senses of smell and taste are closely connected, adding a scent can help hide the taste of peroxide.

Keep in mind that these ingredients might vary slightly based on the flavor you choose. If you have any allergies or other concerns, be sure to read the box carefully before using the strips.

Convenience

At-home whitening products typically require multiple sessions over consecutive days. This means adding yet another task to your schedule, which isn’t always ideal. However, some whitening kits require more steps and a greater time investment than others.

Like all whitening strips, Bitvae’s are convenient and easy to use. You need to ensure your teeth are clean so no debris gets between your enamel and the whitening gel. Brush your teeth beforehand, but wait at least 30 minutes before using the strips to avoid gum irritation. Be sure to floss after you brush, and dry your teeth to help the strips stick well.

Then, just peel and stick the strips, wait the appropriate amount of time, remove them, and toss them in the garbage. They are a little more complicated than strips that dissolve, but significantly easier to use than kits where you need to measure out gel and clean trays. The whitening sessions last 30 minutes each, which is fairly average for a whitening product. And strips are pretty unobtrusive, so you can easily go about your life while wearing them.

You should use Bitvae Whitening Strips for at least seven consecutive days, and up to 14. The kit also has four express treatments that you can use before big events. Just keep in mind that the Bitvae website only ships to the contiguous United States. If you are in Alaska or Hawaii, you’ll need to order from Amazon.

Comfort

Whitening your smile shouldn’t be terribly uncomfortable, but it’s almost always a little awkward, even if just for a few moments. Since strips hold the gel in place without bulky trays, they’re more comfortable than many other kits. However, there are variations in whitening strips that can significantly affect comfort.

Perhaps the number-one discomfort associated with teeth whitening is sensitivity. Many formulas can cause temporary tooth pain since they open the pores of the enamel, making it easier for triggers to irritate the sensitive inner tissues of the teeth. Bitvae uses a slightly lower concentration of hydrogen peroxide compared to some competitors, so it is a bit gentler. The inclusion of Dead Sea salt may also help to remineralize the enamel. Together, these factors reduce the likelihood of sensitivity developing but don’t eliminate it completely.

Another common complaint about teeth whitening is the taste. Bitvae offers their strips in mint, coconut, and watermelon flavors, and in the past, they’ve also had other options. This gives you a choice and helps mask the chemical taste of peroxide.

Customers have noted that the strips are thicker than most of their competitors. Some prefer this, saying it helps them feel more secure. Others find the sensation uncomfortable. It’s really a matter of personal preference. Other customers have taken issue with the amount of foam the gel creates and the strength of the adhesive; some reviewers even warn not to use the strips if you have veneers or crowns.

What Are Customers Saying?

Bitvae Whitening Strips have a lot going for them, so it’s no surprise that most of their reviews lean positive. People are particularly fond of the sensitive formula and inclusion of Dead Sea salt. Many customers noted that they can use the strips when all others have caused pain, or simply that they appreciate the use of natural ingredients.

Another positive aspect of these strips — at least for most customers — is their sticking power. When whitening strips slide around on the teeth, they can burn the gums. Bitvae strips have serious sticking power, so they stay where they should. However, some customers said they were too sticky, and issued warnings to people with dental restorations.

Many customers also love the low price, strip thickness, and flavor, while others found the results to be less than what they expected, or said they couldn’t taste the flavoring. Some also found the strips to be too rigid, to the point that they could not get them into the crevices between the teeth, delivering uneven results.

Final Thoughts

Bitvae Whitening Strips are one of the most affordable whitening products on the market. They blend natural and traditional ingredients for effective whitening that can brighten your smile by several shades, without causing sensitivity. We think that if you are looking for a moderate change to the color of your teeth, they’re a great buy.