These elements make it easy to get a close and comfortable shave. When we compare the two different models we find that Braun Series 3 doesn’t come with a pivoting shaving head. This may make it a little harder to use, especially if you are looking to use it on the top of the head. However, it is still very easy to use on the face. The manual is not very good at explaining the process. Braun 5020s is a very similar model to the 5018s and the main difference between both models is in the attachments come with the packages.
The battery for the 3050cc is a NiMH that gives you 45 minutes of shaving after 60 minutes of charging. The 5030s has a Li-Ion battery that takes 60 minutes to charge, too. They both have the ability to charge quickly in 5 minutes for a fast shave. The one benefit that the Series cc has over the 5030s is the cleaning and charging station. Unlike some of the newer Series shavers, the 3050cc has a 3-action docking station. It will clean, lubricate, and charge your shaver.
It also flexes in eight directions to help you achieve a close, comfortable shave. This shaver struggles to shave my sideburns and neck. It seems to prefer drawing blood over trimming the hairs in my Braun Series 5 neck. I have used Philips foil shavers with no problems. This shaver is heavy, bulky and struggles as soon as it moves from a flat surface. I gave it a go for 2 months and I’m ready to throw it.
A user may run water through the whole shaver’s head and water runs through the bottom of the head with any shaving debris. 2020 New generation – It’s worth noting that this shaver is from the 2020 new generation of series 5 shavers. There have been some changes since the pre-2020 models with pros and cons, but let’s stick to the current versions for this review article. The 5020cs, 5018s, 5035s, 5049cs, 5050cs are the US models, and the 50-B1200s, 50-W4650cs, 50-M4500cs , 50-W1500s , 50-B4650cs are the EU/UK models.
Shave without any irritation and in the shower it continues to shave undisturbed because it is water resistant. I was able to test the product for free and I absolutely recommend it as a shaver. Return the Braun Series 5 appliance to a service center for examination and repair. Reviews were mixed on this Braun electric shaver. However, one notable point of praise was that most reviewers found the shaver simple to clean.
I’ve tried everything that is suggested in the booklet, but it still does a very ordinary job. I’ve tried to call, E mail Braun many times as I thought maybe there was something wrong with the shaver foils, but I got shoved fr… It does not cut close, it leaves clumps, it pulls, it cuts the skin.
The designs of both versions are completely different. The older Philips Norelco Shaver shavers come in a straight design that feels like the highest-end Braun Series 9. But the new generation Series 5 shavers come in an irregular shape. The shape has been engineered for making the device lightweight and user-friendly. But most of the users still find the older shape more comfortable. However, the new design fits in grasp more accurately since it’s slimmer and lighter than the older ones.
The earliest delivery date for these orders will be shown at the checkout. Do not use this appliance with a damaged or broken foil, as serious skin injuries may occur. When disconnected, the hand-held part of this shaving appliance may be used in a bath or shower. For safety reasons this appliance can only be operated cordless.