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Braun Series 7 70-N1200s vs Philips Series 7000 S7887/35 Shaver

Series 7 shaver versus Series 7000

Braun 70-N1200s

Braun 70-N1200s

Philips S7887/35

Philips S7887/35

Braun Series 7 and Philips Series 7000 Specifications and Features

Following are specification, price, and feature differences between the Braun 70-N1200s and Philips S7887/35 electric shavers.

Braun Series 7

  • Shaver Type: Foil
  • Runtime: 50 minutes
  • Charge time: 1 hour with 5 min Quick Charge
  • RRP: £279.99
  • Model Number: 70-N1200s

70-N1200s Notable Features

  • 360° Flex 3-element foil shaving head
  • AutoSense technology adjusts blade cutting power depending on beard thickness
  • Fully water resistant for wet or dry shave
  • Trimmer attachment

Braun Series 7 Shaver Model Variants

70-S4200cs, 70-N7200cc, 70-B7850cc, 72-C7650cc, 71-B1200s

Philips Series 7000

  • Shaver Type: Rotary
  • Runtime: 50 minutes
  • Charge time: 60 minutes full / 5 minutes fast
  • RRP: £299.99
  • Model Number: S7887/35

S7887/35 Notable Features

  • SkinGlide coating on shaver head reduces friction with Nano micro-tech beads
  • SkinIQ shaving system with motion-sensing technology
  • Sharp stainless steel blades and powerful drive gives 90,000 cuts per minute
  • Facial-hair density sensor dynamically shaving power to your beard

Philips Series 7000 Shaver Model Variants

S7882/55, S7783/35, S7887/58, S7886/63, S7788/59R1, S7788/55R1, S7786/50R1

You will typically find differences in colours, accessories, and specs between Braun Series 7 and Braun Series 7 model variation numbers.

When comparing Series 7 and Series 7000 men’s electric shavers, there are a number of features to compare. Carefully weighing these factors between the 70-N1200s and S7887/35 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 70-N1200s and S7887/35 run before needed a re-charge, and what are the charging times?
  • Shaver Blade Count: How many cutting elements does the 70-N1200s shaver have compared to the S7887/35?
  • Motor Speed (CPM): Does the shaver have a powerful motor?
  • Flexibility and Pivoting Heads: Is the 70-N1200s or S7887/35 shaver head fixed or pivot with spring elements?
  • Built-in Trimmer: Does your Series 7 or Series 7000 shaver have a trimmer for beard, moustache, sideburns?
  • Cleaning and Maintenance: Are the Series 7 and Series 7000 washable or come with a cleaning brush or station?
  • Skin Sensitivity Features: Is the 70-N1200s and S7887/35 shaver suitable for sensitive skin or known cause shaving irritation?
  • Ergonomics and Grip: Are the Series 7 and Series 7000 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 7 70-N1200s and Series 7000 S7887/35 shaver offer good value for money?
  • Accessories: What attachments and come with the 70-N1200s when side by side with the S7887/35 that are important to your grooming routine?
  • User Reviews: Does the 70-N1200s and S7887/35 shave have a large pool of user feedback reviews with high rating?

Both the Foil 70-N1200s and Rotary S7887/35 offer great shaving performance, trim down hair and stubble for a close shave.

ModelBrandTypeRuntimeRatingPrice (RRP)Best Price & Deals
70-N1200s Series 7BraunFoil50 minutes4.5 from 204 user reviews£279.99VIEW DEAL
S7887/35 Series 7000PhilipsRotary60 mins4.3 from 307 user reviews£299.99VIEW DEAL
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