Braun 8517s
Braun XT5200
Braun Series 8 and Braun Series X hybrid trimmer Specifications and Features
Following are specification, price, and feature differences between the Braun 8517s and Braun XT5200 electric shavers.
Braun Series 8
- Shaver Type: Foil
- Runtime: 1 Hour continuous (4 weeks)
- Charge time: 1 Hour (5 minute “Quick Charge”)
- RRP: £399.99
- Model Number: 8517s
8517s Notable Features
- 30,000 oscillating cuts per min and powerful motor for a close comfortable shave
- Sonic vibrations for smooth glide while shaving
- Braun AutoSense Tech with 4 shaving elements provides close shave
- Pop-up trimmer and digital display
Braun Series 8 Shaver Model Variants
8567cc, 8513s, 8457cc, 8467cc, 8413s, 8390cc
Braun Series X hybrid trimmer
- Shaver Type: Clipper/foil
- Runtime: 1 Hour continuous (4 weeks)
- Charge time: 10 hours
- RRP: £54.99
- Model Number: XT5200
XT5200 Notable Features
- For body and face – trim, shape, shave
- Blades oscillate 450 times every second, effortlessly cutting thick hair
- SkinGuard comb and foil shaver head protects skin from nicks and cuts
- 4D-blades on flex head provides smooth shave across whole body
Braun Series X hybrid trimmer Shaver Model Variants
XT5300, XT3100, XT3200, XT5100, XT5250, XT5
You will typically find differences in colours, accessories, and specs between Braun Series 8 and Braun Series 8 model variation numbers.
When comparing Series 8 and Series X hybrid trimmer men’s electric shavers, there are a number of features to compare. Carefully weighing these factors between the 8517s and XT5200 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 Braun electric shaver to use with gels or foam, or only dry shaving?
- Battery Life and Charging Times: How long does the 8517s and XT5200 run before needed a re-charge, and what are the charging times?
- Shaver Blade Count: How many cutting elements does the 8517s shaver have compared to the XT5200?
- Motor Speed (CPM): Does the shaver have a powerful motor?
- Flexibility and Pivoting Heads: Is the 8517s or XT5200 shaver head fixed or pivot with spring elements?
- Built-in Trimmer: Does your Series 8 or Series X hybrid trimmer shaver have a trimmer for beard, moustache, sideburns?
- Cleaning and Maintenance: Are the Series 8 and Series X hybrid trimmer washable or come with a cleaning brush or station?
- Skin Sensitivity Features: Is the 8517s and XT5200 shaver suitable for sensitive skin or known cause shaving irritation?
- Ergonomics and Grip: Are the Series 8 and Series X hybrid trimmer 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 8 8517s and Series X hybrid trimmer XT5200 shaver offer good value for money?
- Accessories: What attachments and come with the 8517s when side by side with the XT5200 that are important to your grooming routine?
- User Reviews: Does the 8517s and XT5200 shave have a large pool of user feedback reviews with high rating?
Both the Foil 8517s and Clipper/foil XT5200 offer great shaving performance, trim down hair and stubble for a close shave.
Model | Brand | Type | Runtime | Rating | Price (RRP) | Best Price & Deals |
8517s Series 8 | Braun | Foil | 1 Hour continuous (4 weeks) | 4.4 from 214 user reviews | £399.99 | VIEW DEAL |
XT5200 Series X hybrid trimmer | Braun | Clipper/foil | 45 minutes | 4.4 from 86 user reviews | £54.99 | VIEW DEAL |