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Braun Series 5 50-B1200s vs Philips S9000 Prestige SP9883/35 Shaver

Series 5 shaver versus S9000 Prestige

Braun 50-B1200s

Braun 50-B1200s

Philips SP9883/35

Philips SP9883/35

Braun Series 5 and Philips S9000 Prestige Specifications and Features

Following are specification, price, and feature differences between the Braun 50-B1200s and Philips SP9883/35 electric shavers.

Braun Series 5

  • Shaver Type: Foil
  • Runtime: 50 minutes
  • Charge time: 60 minutes (5 min quick charge)
  • RRP: £169.99
  • Model Number: 50-B1200s

50-B1200s Notable Features

  • 3 free-floating shaving elements running 24,000 cuts every minute
  • AutoSense adjusts power output to stubble density and thickness
  • Long hair capture element for thorought shaving
  • Perfect shave wet or dry

Braun Series 5 Shaver Model Variants

50-W1000s, 50-M1000s, 50-W4650cs, 51-M4500cs, 50-W4200cs, – “cs” models include Charging Stand

Philips S9000 Prestige

  • Shaver Type: Rotary
  • Runtime: 50 minutes
  • Charge time: 18 mins Quick Charge / Fully charged 3 hours
  • RRP: £699.99
  • Model Number: SP9883/35

SP9883/35 Notable Features

  • NanoTech Dual Precision blades
  • Hydro SkinGlide coating
  • Ultraflex Suspension system
  • Top-spin digital motor

Philips S9000 Prestige Shaver Model Variants

SP9840/32, SP9872/22, SP9840/31, SP9872/15

You will typically find differences in colours, accessories, and specs between Braun Series 5 and Braun Series 5 model variation numbers.

When comparing Series 5 and S9000 Prestige men’s electric shavers, there are a number of features to compare. Carefully weighing these factors between the 50-B1200s and SP9883/35 will help you choose.

  • Shaver Type: Which feels most comfortable for you, rotary or foil?
  • Wet/Dry Use: Are you looking for a Braun or Philips electric shaver to use with gels or foam, or only dry shaving?
  • Battery Life and Charging Times: How long does the 50-B1200s and SP9883/35 run before needed a re-charge, and what are the charging times?
  • Shaver Blade Count: How many cutting elements does the 50-B1200s shaver have compared to the SP9883/35?
  • Motor Speed (CPM): Does the shaver have a powerful motor?
  • Flexibility and Pivoting Heads: Is the 50-B1200s or SP9883/35 shaver head fixed or pivot with spring elements?
  • Built-in Trimmer: Does your Series 5 or S9000 Prestige shaver have a trimmer for beard, moustache, sideburns?
  • Cleaning and Maintenance: Are the Series 5 and S9000 Prestige washable or come with a cleaning brush or station?
  • Skin Sensitivity Features: Is the 50-B1200s and SP9883/35 shaver suitable for sensitive skin or known cause shaving irritation?
  • Ergonomics and Grip: Are the Series 5 and S9000 Prestige electric razors comfortable to hold and operate?
  • Durability and Build Quality: Is the shaver robust and built to a high standard?
  • Price and Warranty: Does the Series 5 50-B1200s and S9000 Prestige SP9883/35 shaver offer good value for money?
  • Accessories: What attachments and come with the 50-B1200s when side by side with the SP9883/35 that are important to your grooming routine?
  • User Reviews: Does the 50-B1200s and SP9883/35 shave have a large pool of user feedback reviews with high rating?

Both the Foil 50-B1200s and Rotary SP9883/35 offer great shaving performance, trim down hair and stubble for a close shave.

ModelBrandTypeRuntimeRatingPrice (RRP)Best Price & Deals
50-B1200s Series 5BraunFoil50 minutes4.3 from 7,460 user reviews£169.99VIEW DEAL
SP9883/35 S9000 PrestigePhilipsRotary60 minutes4.5 from 292 user reviews£699.99VIEW DEAL
50-B1200s Vs. SP9883/35 Comparisons Table
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