Building on the strengths of the Series 3 range, the Braun Series 5 Electric shaver is presented as 4 different product choices.
As a group, these provide for Dry Shaving with a clean and renew station (in two colors), for Dry shaving without the Cleaning station, and for a wet dry option, also without the cleaning dock.
In essence the shaver in each case, is largely the same, with some subtle differences in terms of features, colors, etc.
Core Elements of Braun Series 5 Electric Shaver.
Shaver Head
The Series 5 electric razor retains the same exclusive, 3 part shaver head used in the Series 3 range. Consisting of two of Braun’s patented Optifoil shaving foils, set either side of a central (active lift) trimmer. The foils easily account for shorter and longer hairs and the trimmer deals with low lying hairs.
All three elements move and flex independently of each other to best respond to your facial contours.
To boost the Series 5’s ability to deliver a close shave, whatever the facial terrain, Braun has added its new Flex Motion Tec feature
This now allows the entire shaving head to pivot, moving through 5 different positions to provide ultimate contact with the skin, for a closer shave with a minimum of pressure.
Stronger Motor
For the Series 5, Braun has boosted the motor output 20% from the 3 Series, allowing it to readily cope with a denser beard.
Battery Life
As before, the Series 5 offers a 45 minute battery life from a one hour charge. This provides plenty of usage to allow traveling without the recharge system in most cases. The battery is free from memory effect as it uses the popular NiMh format. For maximum convenience you also have Braun’s 5 minute quick charge option, to give you sufficient energy for a single shave if you get caught short.
All shavers come with digital battery indicators, (some with two stage readouts and others 6 levels), and all have variable voltage capacity from 100 to 240 volts.
On-Board Trimmer
To deal with sideburns, or detailed trimming, just slide up the quality on-board trimmer.
Corded and Cordless Shaving
The Dry shavers can be used either cordless or on the cord, whilst the Wet /Dry option offers cordless only shaving for obvious reasons.
Build Quality
As with all Braun products, the German engineering and design is obvious. The unit is solid yet light and comfortable in the hand, with a secure rubberized grip. The Shaver has been thoroughly tested and Braun confidently claim a useful life of at least 7 years.
Optional Cleaning System
Models in the Braun Series 5 Electric shaver range are all fully waterproof, and can be easily cleaned under running water. That said, selected models also come with the unique Clean and Renew system. Simply place your shaver into the dock after use, and it is recharged, Cleaned, Lubricated, Dried and sanitized automatically.
Braun claims this leaves the shaver 10 times more hygenic than water alone, and maintains the shaver in premium condition, extending its life.
Used in accordance with directions, the cleaning solution will need to be replaced every 2-3 months if used twice weekly. This changes to every month if used daily. Cartridges are readily available from Amazon at a cost of around $5 each
Replacement Heads
As is normal, the shaver head will need to be replaced every 12-18 months, again readily available at Amazon for around $35
Braun Series 5 electric Shaver Models
This shaver comes in Black/Silver/Red color combination,is a dry only shaver and comes complete with the Clean and Renew Dock. It has a 6 stage battery indicator, a Hygiene indicator and a Travel lock indicator. Comes with a Travel case
Another Dry only option, Color scheme is Red/Black, and comes with Clean and Renew Station, 6 stage Battery indicator, Hygenie indicator, Travel Lock Indicator and a soft protective pouch.
The only Wet/Dry option in Series 5.
This is styled in a Black/Blue combination, and offers Cordless shaving only.
This shaver does NOT have the clean and Renew system.
It has a two stage battery indicator, a Travel Lock Indicator and comes with the soft protective pouch.
Black and Red design, Dry only shaving, again without the Clean and Renew cleaning system.
This model also has a two stage battery indicator, and a Travel Lock Indicator and comes with the soft protective pouch.
The Braun Series 5 Electric Shaver is a high quality razor for those wanting a close, low irritation shave. It has the power to handle all but the very thickest of beards. With an expected lifespan of 7 years or more it represents outstanding value at current prices.
We could not fit the Braun Series 5 into our Top 10 Shaver List. Many will argue that with a price only $30 above the series 3, with the pivoting head as well as extra power, it may well deserve our spot as the value foil shaver on that list.