Electric Shavers
Electric shavers are ideal for those with a busy lifestyle. There’s no hassle, minimal mess, and above all, they give you a clean and smooth shave.
In this article we examine the electric shaver market to bring you the three best models that warrant your attention. We crown the Braun Series 7 Shaver our HowToHome top pick due to its superior quality, 5 power modes, and included cleaning station, but read on to learn more about all of these marvelous models.
- Sonic technology automatically increases power where needed
- Includes cleaning station
- 1-hour charge and 50-minute runtime
- 5 power modes
- 2-year limited warranty
- 1-hour fast charge + 120-minute runtime
- USB charging port
- 360-degree floating heads
- Double-track, close-to-face cutter
- 15-month warranty
- Pivot and flex technology
- 2-hour charge time and 1-hour runtime
- Pop up trimmer for precision
- Washable under the faucet
- 2-year limited warranty
This Braun 7-series electric shaver has sold over 7,500 units on Amazon, which is impressive considering this model is at the top end of the price spectrum. This shaver benefits from sonic technology that detects the areas of the face that are trickier, such as where the hair is thicker, and automatically adjusts the power to compensate. It means that you get a closer shave without having to stop and change the power settings manually.
Speaking of power modes, this model has five settings, should you want to select one manually, and even has massaging and sensitivity levels to give you the most comfortable shave.
The Braun Series 7 is well worth your investment if you love a very close shave; at just 0.5 mm, it has one of the best performances of any electric shaver on the market. Plus, it also comes with a cleaning station that allows you to clean the shaver while charging it. Since it’s cordless, it makes an ideal travel shaver, with a super quick charge time reaching full power in just 1-hour. With a runtime of 50 minutes, you should get up to five shaves before it needs more juice.
On the downside, the battery life indicator is difficult to read. The best way to combat this problem is to make sure that you charge it after each use. In addition, the replacement blades are expensive and hard to find. Putting the negatives aside, though, this Braun Shaver is great for fuller beards, doesn’t nick or scratch, and has a massaging action to soothe sensitive skin.
Pros
- Great for sensitive skin & thicker beards
- Massaging motor
- Doesn’t nick of scratch
- Cordless
Cons
- Replacement blades are expensive and difficult to get
- Battery indicator is hard to read
As you would expect on a review of electric shavers, the dominance of the top three or four manufacturers would be evident, but this SweetLF model gives them a real run for their money at a price that makes you do a double-take.
The other shavers on this list are wet and dry compatible, and all have a waterproof element, but this model takes it to a whole new level. This shaver is so watertight that you can even shave in the shower and wash the entire body of the device under the showerhead to get it clean. It’s called the IPX7 Advanced Waterproof System, and it means that you can immerse this shaver for up to 30 minutes, which far exceeds others in the same class. It also comes with a speed charge system that allows you to reach optimum power in just one hour. Best of all, it has a runtime of 120 minutes.
The three heads are 3D floating, so they trace the contours of your face, and it has a double-track close-to-face system that increases the blade contact with your face for a quicker and smoother result.
If we compare it to the Braun Series 7 Shaver, on the surface it competes well. In reality, though, it lacks the features and benefits that the Braun gives you, like massaging motors and auto adjusting power settings, but ultimately this is reflected in the price. Another negative is that the power button is located in the middle of the hand-grip, so when you are in mid-shave you run the risk of accidentally switching the device off. In addition, the blades dull over a shorter period than other more expensive shavers. Despite the minor flaws we think this shaver warrants a place on the list for its sheer value and waterproof capabilities.
Pros
- Superb value for money
- Waterproof
- Double the runtime of others in its class
- Increased blade contact
Cons
- Power button located poorly
- Blades dull quickly
We chose the Remington F6-5800 as the best close shave option because it has 3 stages of cutting that includes their Intercept cutting technology. The intercept tool pre-trims longer hairs and then two foils cut close to leave you with a smoother finish.
It also has two specific features: instead of the blades rotating and pivoting, Remington has developed a pivoting shaver head that traces the contours of your face. The upside of this is that the blades never leave the surface of your skin, making for a really even and smooth finish. The charge time is two hours, and the runtime is 60 minutes, meaning that you should get up to 20 days of shaving between charges.
The replacement foils, however, feel flimsy and insubstantial, with many complaining that they require regular replacement. These foils are not cheap and could add a significant chunk to your ongoing usage costs. Setting that issue aside, having Intercept shaving technology and up to 20 days between charges makes the F5-5800 a serious contender on our list.
Pros
- Great all-round value
- Pivoting head
- 20 days between charges
- Intercept shaving technology
Cons
- Foils are flimsy
- Foils are expensive to replace
Comparison Chart
| Braun Series 7 Shaver | SweetLF 3D Shaver | Remington F5-5800 Foil Shaver | |
| No of blades | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Trimmer | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Modes | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Ease of cleaning | ＊＊＊＊＊ | ＊＊＊＊ | ＊＊＊ |
| Charge time | 1-hour | 1-hour | 2 hours |
| Cordless | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Runtime | 50 minutes | 120 minutes | 1-hour |
| Waterproof | ✓ | ✓ | X |
| Wet and dry shave | ✓ | ✓ | X |
| Price | $$$ | $ | $$ |
| Dimensions | 10.1 x 6.3 x 6.3 | 3.2 x 4.3 x 7.5 | 3.4 x 5 x 9.1 |
| Weight | 31.52 oz | 12.8 oz | 12.8 oz |
| Warranty | 2-year limited | 15-month | 2-year limited |
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Final Thoughts
Buying a good quality electric shaver is worth its weight in gold, which is why we have chosen the Braun Series 7 Shaver as our HowToHome pick. It is packed with features, gets a great write up in the reviews and, while it isn’t the cheapest electric shaver on the market, it is one of the most reliable.
But you don’t have to spend a fortune to get a quality shaver. Take the SweetLF 3D Shaver: it is waterproof for up to 30 minutes and has a 120-minute runtime, all for a fraction of the cost. That’s why we crowned this shaver our budget pick. Finally, for those who simply want the closest shave possible, the Remington F5-5800 Foil Shaver took the award.
