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Braun - Series 5 Wet/Dry Electric Shaver - Black
Average customer rating
4.5
(72 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 72 reviews
5 Stars
44
4 Stars
22
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
2
1 Star
1
94%of customers recommend this product.
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68 out of
72)
Customer Reviews for Braun - Series 5 Wet/Dry Electric Shaver - Black
Customer Rating
2
Not enough to give up my razors
on July 27, 2017
Posted by: Mathahu
from Calabasas, CA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am a razor and shaving cream guy. I like the close shave I can get from the razor. I have tried electric shavers in the past and have always gone back to the razor.
In trying the Braun Series 5 5147 electric shaver, I was not impressed enough to switch. I thought that it was clumsy/ awkward to hold and it didn't get a close enough shave for me. I tried on one day's growth, 2 day's growth and 3 day's growth. The Braun Series 5 5147 electric shaver got as close a shave in all 3 situations. Just not close enough for me. I actually had to shave with a razor after using the product.
This might be a good option for someone that does not want a perfectly smooth shave, as I know my preference is subjective.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from us.braun.comBy The Braun Team, July 31, 2017
We're so sorry to hear that you didn't receive a close shave. It can take up to three weeks for your skin to adjust to a new shaver. It's best to hold the shaver at a 90 degree angle and stretch the skin to shave against hair growth, changing direction as needed. Use a gentle touch and let the shaver do the work.
Written by a customer while visiting us.braun.com
Customer Rating
5
Best foil shaver ever
on July 28, 2017
Posted by: beze87
from Potsdam, NY
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] All i have too say is this is the best foil shaver i have ever laid my hands on. This Braun shaver gave me the closest, most smooth shave I have received yet. Better than a razor shave!!!!! which is hard to believe but absolutely truth full. Any guy that tries this would definitely feel the same.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting us.braun.com
Customer Rating
4
Very Close Shave
on July 28, 2017
Posted by: jayhawkmah
from Lawrence, KS
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The new Braun Series 5 shaver shaves very close without nicks or burns. It has a very powerful motor. The ergonomics of the shaver is also very nice. It's narrow body is easy to hold and the rubber grips are nice when my hands are wet. The battery seems to last although I have only used it for a week. My only complaints is that the motor is pretty loud and I actually like using it with the head locked in one position instead of flopping around.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting us.braun.com
Customer Rating
5
Best shave I've ever had.
on July 28, 2017
Posted by: Sicktatz72685
from San Bernardino, CA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The first time I used the Braun shaver I was sold. It gave me a close shave leaving smooth skin behind. I have thick coarse hair and it had no problem with it. I love that it can be used wet or dry. The fact that it has a quick charge and last so long on a single charge is so convenient. It has been used everyday since I got it and I am in love with it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting us.braun.com
Customer Rating
4
Braun S5 razor
on July 28, 2017
Posted by: Redwizard90
from Jacksonville, FL
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It's definitely got a learning curve. I've switched from a traditional razor to this for the review. It did take a few days to adjust to this type of shave. Some of the pros to point out. Insanely great battery life. I've had the shaver for 4 weeks now and still have not charged it. Easy to grab this and pack for a trip as well. I've also noticed that shaving with this it has helped with my skin irritation. I think the only down side is learning how to use an electric shaver.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Braun makes shaving fun
on July 28, 2017
Posted by: bizzybee1
from East Dublin, GA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Braun Shaver 5147s takes shaving to the next level. This wet/dry electric razor has skin sensitive technology that minimizes pressure and protects your skin. I have sensitive skin but did not experience any redness or irritation from shaving with this. The foil flex head is comfortable and provides a good shave. I shaved with it wet and dry to try out both options and was equally pleased with the results. If you wanted to know if this electric razor could effectively shave wet like I did then you will be happy to know that it does. Use with water, foam or gel and rinse the head clean. The handle is easy to hold and the battery charges quickly. The pop up precision trimmer did an excellent job trimming my mustache and sideburns. This shaver provides a quick comfortable shave. I used to dread shaving. I now look forward to it. I highly recommend this shaver.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting us.braun.com
Customer Rating
5
Braun series 5 review
on July 28, 2017
Posted by: Imbobur
from Woodstock, GA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have never used a foil razor and for my first shave I had been in the hospital for two weeks with my poor wife. She's fine now and I am impressed with my shave!! My hair was very long and I really didn't expect the Braun series 5 to do much. Man was I wrong!!! That neat clipper in the middle worked like a champ and in no time I had a shave that was pretty darn close to as good as a blade! It's a good looking shaver that is well-built, charges fast and lasts a long time on a charge! I look forward to many years of great shaves with this shaver!! It's a top notch first class shaver!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting us.braun.com
Customer Rating
4
Pseudofolliculitis no more
on July 28, 2017
Posted by: jaim1932
from Suwanee, GA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] For those of you that do not know Pseudofolliculitis is basically irritation of the skin due to in-grown hairs and I first had this occur to me when I joined the military and had to shave every day. This condition is very irritating and sometimes painful and for the longest there were few fool-proof options to help prevent (other than not shaving). Due to Pseudofolliculitis I decided to grow a beard which provided great relief to me but irritated my wife, so I began my hunt for an electric shaver. I had read a number of reviews on Remington and Braun but steered away due to the costs. I just recently took the plunge and procured a Braun 5 series shaver.
My first impression of the Braun 5 series was the overwhelming size of the head, was expecting it to be smaller and less obtrusive. While the head definitely cover a larger area in a single swipe you do have to finesse with you skin and razor to get the optimal coverage, in this area I wish the head was a bit smaller.
I did have to make a couple of swipes at a 90degree angle but it really did produce a smooth cut and this is where my concern began. Having Pseudofolliculitis a smooth cut typically means razor bumps and irritations a few days later. To my surprise five days later and no bumps, this alone was a huge plus for this shaver. I also want to mention this was a dry shave, have not experimented with the razor being wet.
The shaver does have a pop-out(pop-up) piece for beard and mustache trim but it is in a very awkward position blocking my view of the area I am trying to shave. Due to obstructed visibility I did not use this option to much as I was concerned I would cut my mustache or nose off so definitely will not use that part.
Cleanup of the razor is just a simple as rinsing the head under running water, which does not seem natural for my older generation but hey it works.
Overall taking in the pros and cons I do like the shaver but wish the head was smaller and pop-out beard trimmer had a better design
I would recommend this to a friend!
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