Because my model is so old, it’s probably safe to assume I should purchase the cleaning station along with a new series 5 shaver. As said Remington Shaver earlier, 5050Cs features the same shaving head as earlier series 5 models. In terms of the closeness of shave, it performs pretty well.
The pivoting heads of both series respond pretty well to even minute changes of facial contours. Yet, we find the series 7 has a slight edge in this aspect. It’s normal to face trouble while using the new generation Series 5 shavers. However, thanks for reaching us to get the idea of using your new shaver Braun 5018s. In the event that your returned merchandise was mis-shipped, damaged or defective, BJ’s Member Care team will be happy to reimburse you for return shipping costs. Please contact BJ’s Member Care and we will be able to assist you.
Being suitable for wet/dry use, you can also shave in the shower or with your favorite cream or gel. In fact, I can’t really find any compelling reason to pay more for a Series 7. The replacement shaving heads used by Philips Norelco Shaver the Series 5 are also cheaper compared to the ones needed for the Series 7. The long hair trimmer on the Series cc/5190cc is positioned on the back of the shaver and it’s very handy for sideburn shaping and the likes.
They also have a powerful Lithium-ion battery to power its performance for about three weeks on a single charge. Check out our exclusive category on FactoryOutletStore, where you can buy Braun Series 5 electric shavers online right now. When choosing an electric shaver from Series 5, there are only a few things to keep in mind; first, inclusion of cleaning station, use wet or dry, and lastly its price. While 5090cc is a must pick from the bunch, this comes with high quality metal surface and the most advanced display among the other models.
Unfortunately, the short charging cord strikes once again and you will have to sit your cleaning station quite close to your power outlet. Like most electric shavers, the Series 5 is best used when cutting hairs under 1/8th of an inch long . This flaw was also present in the Series 9 and Series 7 Shavers we reviewed.
There are the other Series 5 models mentioned throughout this review, the 5195cc and 5197cc. Since the 5090cc is getting more difficult to find, either of the 5190cc, 5195cc or 5197cc would be perfectly fine alternatives. You can simply grab your 5090cc, shave, then toss it into the station to have it charged, sanitized and lubricated, ready for your next shave. Being a dry only shaver, your pre-shave routine would be minimal to non-existent, consisting only in the use of a pre-shave lotion. This is one one the compromises that had to be made in order to keep the price of the Series 5 low. It’s not a very big deal as most of us won’t need to use the shaver again within a few hours of a previous shave.
There is no doubt that the Series 5 is in a whole other league compared to shaving with the series 3. But if you are feeling frugal or are in circumstances where you have to count every penny then there are websites dedicated to making your own cleaning solution. One particular area I did have problems with where the hairs right under the bridge of my nose. It took some maneuvering but I was eventually able to slay these odd looking hairs. Braun does not appear to have made any effort to dampen the vibrations and every thunderous stroke of the internal motor is felt in the palm of your hand.
It also cuts long hair to a shorter length to be cut by blades. This shows your battery status with three dots that indicate different battery levels. In addition, there are indicators for if the shaver needs cleaning, travel lock, plugged in, and if you need blade replacement. You can activate the travel lock by pressing the power button for 3 seconds. Now that we’ve been through the features that mark out the Braun Series 5, you should feel much more comfortable making your purchasing decision.
There is also a low charge light that will start blinking when the battery is running low. When this happens you should be able to complete your shave with the remaining charge. The LED display is very straightforward, with 5 bars that indicate the charge Braun Series 5 status of the battery. The 5090cc is the only Series 5 with a 5 level battery indicator, the rest of them having a 3 level display or even 2 . They are really strong and you can definitely feel them in your hand and on your face when using the shaver.