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Notice: On October 25, 2024, Byte paused its shipment and processing of new and recent clear aligner orders due to safety concerns identified by the FDA. For further questions and concerns, people are encouraged to send a support request through Byte’s Patient Account Center.
Byte's parent company, Dentsply Sirona, voluntarily paused all sales and shipments of Byte aligners and impression kits following discussions with the FDA. This decision came after reviewing patient safety reports and identifying potential issues with their screening process.
Several factors led to Byte's suspension:
We're leaving our review article below as historical reference and will update it as more information becomes available about this developing situation.
Byte works with licensed dentists and orthodontists to create your treatment plan and straighten your teeth at home. The kit includes HyperByte, a device that can shorten your treatment time.
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While it’s a popular brand, Byte is just one of many affordable Invisalign alternatives available on the market. We want to help you pick an option that’s not only within your budget but also safe and effective.
In this review, we’ll be taking a closer look at its features and customer reviews and see how Byte compares to other clear aligner brands.
Byte offers two treatment plans: All-Day and At-Night Clear Aligners. When you purchase a kit, the following are included with the box:
However, you can also start your journey with just an impression kit.
Sale: Impression Kit for only $17.95
At-home aligners like Byte are monitored remotely. This means you never have to visit an orthodontist for progress scans throughout the treatment process.
Byte stands out in the at-home aligner industry because of its quick treatment time. This is made possible by HyperByte, Byte’s own HFV device, which is included in every treatment plan.
With HFV, you can expect quicker tooth movement and faster treatment times.
Byte’s daytime aligners can straighten teeth in as little as 3 to 4 months when used with HyperByte. But you have to wear them for at least 22 hours a day. They can only be removed when eating, brushing, or sleeping.
Byte’s night-only aligners take longer to straighten teeth (about 5 to 6 months) even with HyperByte. However, you only have to wear them for 10 hours at night. You can remove them at other times of the day.
HyperByte is worn with your Byte aligners for 5 minutes a day. The device produces ‘high-frequency vibrations’ or HFV to soothe your gums and shift your teeth. Wearing it promotes comfortable and faster treatments. While there are currently no studies on the HyperByte, similar devices have been proven to speed up tooth movement.1
We asked our experts to evaluate Byte based on customer reviews and their use of the products.
Pros: Byte's simple ordering process, clear instructions, and fast delivery make it convenient to straighten teeth at home.
Cons: Some customers received incorrect orders or experienced late deliveries.
Pros: Byte's at-home treatment is overseen by licensed professionals with a user-friendly app. It comes with HyperByte for fast treatments. Many users report successful teeth straightening with minimal discomfort.
Cons: Byte can only be used on mild to moderate alignment issues. Since aligners aren’t shipped at once, delays in shipment can also prolong your treatment. Some users have reported ineffective and unpredictable results.
Pros: Byte aligners offer an affordable alternative to traditional teeth straightening options with upfront payment, flexible payment plans, HSA and FSA eligibility, potential discounts, and possible insurance coverage.
Cons: People who aren’t qualified to use Byte may need professional dental work before they can start treatment, which can add to the total cost.
Pros: Byte's highly-rated customer service supports users throughout their treatment journey. The lifetime guarantee ensures that your teeth stay straight, providing free aligner replacements if needed.
Cons: Some users have reported less responsive support after purchase or when encountering issues. Refunds are also limited to impression kits for those who don't qualify. Used and unused aligners are non-refundable.
Pros: Byte is one of the most trusted brands of teeth aligners. As of 2024, the brand has an average rating of 4.4⭐ on Best Company, 4.1⭐ on Consumer Affairs, and 4.0⭐ on Trust Pilot.
Cons: Despite many positive reviews, some people were dissatisfied with Byte after having problems with their orders, the company’s customer service, and their treatment results.
Our researchers gathered some of the most popular Byte reviews we could find online. Here’s what people have to say about it:
“It’s awesome to be able to fix an insecurity of mine with the discretion that I wouldn’t be able to get with traditional braces… if you have the opportunity to try Byte out then you definitely should.”
Jalen Y.
Jalen opted for Byte’s night aligners because he wanted to correct his gapped teeth without attracting attention from people at his job.
He would wear his invisible aligners as soon as he got off work and remove them before clocking in. That way, his co-workers wouldn’t ask him about the plastic in his mouth.
Jalen was still 4 weeks into his Byte treatment when he started seeing significant results. The massive gap between his two front incisors—which he felt insecure about—began to close.
Here are the pros and cons of Byte based on Jalen’s review:
“I picked them mostly because I saw I could get a straight smile in 11 weeks. I am so far beyond impressed… I never had once a difficult experience with Byte.”
Janel of Knox, IN
About six years ago, Janel started her teeth straightening journey with a competing clear aligner brand.
However, she was left disappointed by their painful and uncomfortable retainers, poor customer service, and long treatment time, which took more than a year.
Three years later, she decided to try again with Byte. Her clear aligner treatment lasted 11 weeks, and she was “beyond impressed and pleased” with her overall experience.
Here are the pros and cons of Byte based on Janel’s review:
“I’m five weeks in, and so far, the experience has been super easy… Everything was a lot faster than expected, and everything has been great so far.”
Amanda of Wareham, MA
Amanda wore her Byte aligners as prescribed. She kept them on for 10 hours at night and would swap them out as needed.
When she reviewed Byte, she was still five weeks into her treatment. She has “no complaints” about the brand or its clear aligners.
Here are the pros and cons of Byte based on Amanda’s review:
“I was really excited to start my journey with Byte. So far so good… The only thing that I wasn’t prepared for was the discomfort from my teeth moving in a way that was unfamiliar.”
Kyann Coto-Williams of the U.S.
Kyann had just started using Byte aligners when he left a review. Even though he was still early in treatment, he already felt confident about his smile.
Here are the pros and cons of Byte based on Kyann’s review:
“It’s straight teeth for life… as long as you’re following all their rules and don’t break their warranty, you’ll get impression kits and they’ll keep working with you for free for the price you paid in the beginning until your teeth are where you want them to be.”
Brianna Liebl of the U.S.
Brianna started her treatment in September 2020 and was supposed to finish in 4 months. However, she had a stubborn upper tooth that wouldn’t move with her initial set of aligners.
Byte continued to work with her for two years. They provided free impression kits and about six or seven sets of aligners without additional charges.
When she realized that her stubborn tooth wasn’t moving, she decided she was satisfied enough with how Byte straightened most of her teeth and moved on to retainers.
Brianna recommends Byte if you want straight teeth for a cheaper price, but you have to be aware that it comes with a few disadvantages.
Here are the pros and cons of Byte based on Brianna’s review:
Byte costs anywhere from $2,099 to $3,914 depending on how you pay:
| Byte Treatment Plans | Total Cost (if paid upfront) | Total Cost (with BytePay) |
| All-Day Aligners | $2,099 | $3,207 |
| At-Night Aligners | $2,499 | $3,819 |
However, you can also buy the Byte impression kit for $95 to find out if you’re qualified before committing to the treatment.
Sale: Impression Kit for only $17.95
If your treatment lasts longer than expected, Byte can cover any impression kits or clear aligners you may need to help you achieve your desired results.
Byte gives you four ways to pay for your invisible aligners. Affirm and CareCredit give you more control over your payments. You can:
BytePay is less flexible but it has zero downpayment and a 100% approval rate if you have a social security number.
| Payment Terms | Byte All-Day Aligners | Byte At-Night Aligners |
| Monthly payments | $89/mo. | $106/mo. |
| Length of payment | Up to 36 months | Up to 36 months |
You can also use your Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to cover the cost of your treatment.
Once you finish your treatment, you’ll have to spend $129 every 6 months on Byte retainers to keep your teeth straight. Or you can buy the Byte Protection Plan ($799) with your treatment to get a five-year supply of Byte retainers and $2,000 worth of replacements for lost or stolen aligners
Here’s how Byte works so you know what to expect from your treatment:
First, you want to make sure you’re a good candidate for Byte. Its treatment only works on mild to moderately crooked teeth. Qualifying ensures it will be safe and effective.
To do this, you can take Byte’s quiz and order an impression kit online. Get molds of your teeth as soon as you receive your kit and send them back to be evaluated by Byte’s dental team:
Your treatment plan will include a digital model showing how your teeth will move each week that you wear Byte’s aligners. Here are some sample photos of what it might look like:
You don’t have to commit to Byte if you think it isn’t right for you. At this stage, you can also request adjustments or approve your treatment without any changes.
As soon as your treatment is approved, Byte will develop your teeth aligners and send them along with the rest of your kit. They may arrive in four to six weeks.
Byte’s clear aligners are designed to gradually straighten teeth. This is why you must wear them as prescribed and switch to the next tray in your kit every week.
Day aligners must be worn for 22 hours a day. But you can remove them when eating or brushing. Night aligners have to be worn for 10 hours straight without being removed.
As part of your treatment, you also need to use the following:
The My Byte app helps you stay on track by reminding you to change aligners. You can use it to submit photos of your treatment progress so that Byte professionals can monitor you at home.
If you lose one or more aligners, the first step is to contact Byte immediately so they can make new ones and deliver them to you when they’re ready.
After you complete treatment, you need to continue wearing Byte retainers. Retainers will maintain your straight teeth and prevent them from shifting back into place.
Your first retainer is free and will be sent to you when you’re done with the treatment. But you have to pay for every retainer you’ll need after that and replace them every six months.
Yes. Byte should be safe for at-home teeth straightening if you follow your treatment plan. Many dentists recommend Byte for mild to moderate teeth misalignment.
The company takes several measures to ensure your safety, including:
Currently, no studies point to the safety and effectiveness of nighttime aligners like the ones offered by Byte. Although many customers have used them without any complaints.
You may want to visit a licensed dentist or orthodontist before you consider clear aligners. They can determine if Byte is safe for you or if you need traditional orthodontic treatment.
Here’s how Byte compares to some of the best clear aligners on the market:
| Clear Aligner Brand | Treated Cases | Average Treatment Time | How To Start Treatment | Treatment Monitoring | Treatment Cost |
| Byte | Mild to moderate | 4 to 6 months | Impression kit | Remote | $2,099 to $2,499 |
| Invisalign | Mild to complex | 6 to 18 months | In-person visit | In-person | $3,000 to $8,000 |
| Motto | Mild to complex | 4 to 6 months | In-person visit | In-person or remote | $2,499 |
| Candid | Mild to moderate and some complex cases | 6 to 12 months | In-person visit | Remote | $1,500 to $8,000 |
| NewSmile | Mild to moderate | 4 to 10 months | Impression kit | Remote | $1,595 to $1,695 |
| ALIGNERCO | Mild to moderate | 4 to 8 months | Impression kit | Remote | $995 to $1,195 |
| Strayt | Mild to moderate | 4 to 8 months | Impression kit or mobile scan | Remote | $1,848 |
We recommend Byte if you have mild to moderate misalignment but want an affordable and convenient way to straighten teeth from the comfort of your home.
It gives you great value for your money. If you’re not satisfied with the results of your treatment, they’ll continue to provide free aligners until you get what you want.
Byte is also a great option if you want a faster treatment. The HyperByte device can help move your teeth more quickly and reduce treatment time.
To determine if Byte is for you, you can take the free online quiz and order an impression kit. However, you should also talk to a dental professional before considering Byte.
Sale: Impression Kit for only $17.95
We have a dedicated team of medical writers, expert researchers, licensed dental professionals, and medical reviewers who curate and approve content for NewMouth.
Before publishing this article, our team:
We ordered Byte aligners and had in-house writers test them out throughout the duration of their prescribed treatment. While testing the clear aligners, our team assessed and scored them based on five traits:
Each trait was assigned a “weight” so we could calculate their individual rating and weighted average scores on a scale of five.
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