What is the difference between the 7 series and 5 series? Does the 5 series shaver do as good of a job as the 7 series?
923431
I don't know. I gave my husband the series 5, replacing his series 3 that was several years old. The Braun electric shaver is the only electric shaver he has ever liked. He says the series 5 is faster than the series 3.
923432
I actually own both of these and am happy with both. The 5 series has a smaller foil head, where the 7 has a very large foil. I think you could say the 7 does a better job of a very close shave, but its relatively marginal; both do a fine job overall.
923433
According to their website, Basically just a few more features, like Sonic Technology, 10,000 micro vibrations with every stroke help to capture more hair. Braun's most thorough and comfortable shave. And Choose from Extra Sensitive, Normal and Intensive modes for your optimal performance in different facial areas..I went from a series 3 to 5 and it was a noticeable difference in closeness of shave. And I thought the Series 3 was great, but the Series 5 is awesome, so I can only imagine the Series 7. I just didnt want to pay the difference from the 5 to 7.
826147
Have had mine for almost a year so far and no problems other than the fact that the shaver only gives about 5 good shaves before it needs recharging...and yes, I follow proper charging instructions. Other than that, it's great both wet and dry.
1276582
I really don't know. It does a decent job on my face. I can tell you that the 7 series Braun gives a much closer shave than the series 3 though.
1848146
I would say no. My new shaver is only a few months old but my previous Braun 7 series shaver is over 8 years old and still works. I've never had a problem with it.
629897
Would recommend the Panasonic over the Braun due to better shaving experience. I found the Braun to perform poorly.
1453016
I am not a shaver expert. My last Norelco shaver lasted 22 years, and I bought this because it was an update but similar to the old one. And I tried the ones with the larger, more flexible heads, and they were not an improvement for me. So all I can say is that this works really well - the battery technology has really improved and lasts a very long time for me, and the quality control of the shaver seems excellent.
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I have no idea. I like the one I have pretty well, but I just purchased a Panasonic that I like even better. The Panasonic cuts longer hairs better, both work fine on short hairs (e.g. if you shave every day, either razor is fine, if you skip a couple of days now and then, you may like the Panasonic better.
695452
I really can't help much with that. My cleaning system did not last long so I don't use it anymore. I also have an older Braun with a cleaning system and that works great but the Panasonic shaver is far superior for a close shave.
1438140
I really don't know since I returned this item after a few weeks. It just didn't provide a close shave. I now use the Braun 7 series which gives a great close shave.
565533
Sorry - Just a little late here, but since I doubt you've grown back your hair (neither have I), then you are still looking for the elusive shaver to master 3x as many tough spots as the average bro. I love the Panasonic Vortex on my face, neck, and head. I have used rotary shavers, and most recently had been a loyal Braun consumer. So I have experience with all kinds. I got 5 years out of my first Braun, but since the last one barely made 2 years (not very long IMHO for a $150 shaver) I decided to look around. LOVE the Panasonic. I like it 2x as much as the Braun. I get nearly as close a shave from it as I do with a Gilette Fusion. Sorry - Just a little late here, but since I doubt you've grown back your hair (neither have I), then you are still looking for the elusive shaver to master 3x as many tough spots as the average bro. I love the Panasonic Vortex on my face, neck, and head. I have used rotary shavers, and most recently had been a loyal Braun consumer. So I have experience with all kinds. I got 5 years out of my first Braun, but since the last one barely made 2 years (not very long IMHO for a $150 shaver) I decided to look around. LOVE the Panasonic. I like it 2x as much as the Braun. I get nearly as close a... » Read More Sorry - Just a little late here, but since I doubt you've grown back your hair (neither have I), then you are still looking for the elusive shaver to master 3x as many tough spots as the average bro. I love the Panasonic Vortex on my face, neck, and head. I have used rotary shavers, and most recently had been a loyal Braun consumer. So I have experience with all kinds. I got 5 years out of my first Braun, but since the last one barely made 2 years (not very long IMHO for a $150 shaver) I decided to look around. LOVE the Panasonic. I like it 2x as much as the Braun. I get nearly as close a shave from it as I do with a Gilette Fusion. « Show Less
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Sorry. I don't know if they will work. My Series 5 shaver has three numbers on its brochure, 590 cc-4, 565 cc-4 and 550 cc-4. The box that the Clean & Renew came in, only says "Braun Series" on it. You could call Braun to be sure.
1442306
honestly i dont think there's any difference other than the numbers they both are great shavers
614512
I'd like to respond with authority but I have no basis to determine its effectiveness. I have an average beard an need a shave at least once a day. The Braun didn't work well for me and I would not recommend it for anyone. My old remington works the best...even better than the new Remington. So much for the newer the better.
1139818
Can you tell me how this shaver performs? It is a bit pricey, and there are only two reviews on Amazon's product page, one not even by the user, but by his wife. How does it do getting the hairs on the neck? I often suffer from razor burn on my neck, and also am getting tired of having to rotate my 6 yold Norelco (battery is also dying) in circular patterns several times over the same spots to get a close shave..
729712
I believe it fits all Series 5. As far as as I know you cannot just get the foil. The reason for that is that the blade and the foil work together. If your foil is bad it is because the blade has cut through it and it is now irritating your face. The blade at this point is no good as well. If you clean your shaver by removing the foil always assemble it back the same way you took it apart. This will let the blade always mesh with the foil in the same way making the blade and the foil last longer.
615747
It's been two or three years since I tried it. I think I remember that it came with one replacement set, but you would need to buy additional replacement sets as they would need to be replaced. But cleaning the device out after each use was key to have it work most effectively. I did not find that it gave me a close enough shave, so I returned it - which is where Norelco game me problems about refunding me all of the money that I spent. Their promise turned out to be a lie. Bad job on their part. Good Luck!
1677026
I would assume that the pivoting head and blades makes the difference since I do get a better shave with this razor than previous Norelco razors. Stating it another way, I get a closer shave with less effort, i.e., having to go over the same area fewer times than with prior razors.