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Braun Electric Razor for Men Electric Shaver Series 5 5190cc Rechargeable with Clean Charge Station
Last Updated: May 24, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.0
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Shave Quality
239razor, shaver, braun, shaving, shaves
+83%
-17%
" ... A much better shave than the other brand I had. ... "
" ... Leaves skin smooth and soft with only one quick pass! ... "
" ... I couldnt imagine shaving with a manual blade every day so I decided to give this a try. ... Much better shave then buying a bunch of cartridges. ... "
" ... Switched over to the foil shaver and all that's gone and its a much closer shave. ... "
" ... One week of shaving. ... Most comfortable shave in my life. ... I do have rough beard and shave with two days old grows is no problem. ... "
" ... It gives a close, comfortable shave and the cleaning/charging station works well. ... "
" ... Good close shave very gentle on skin ... "
" ... It’s cordless/rechargeable, water resistant and cleanable, including the really cool cleaning base that comes with it, shaves nicely, and if treated well should last you a couple years. ... "
Hair
106trimmer, shaver, braun, foil, hairs
+61%
-39%
" ... This razor works great for him. ... "
" ... I used Norelco's in the past and Braun is superior to the rotary blade. ... Foil heads are much better. ... Braun makes the best electric shaver hands down. ... "
" ... I do have rough beard and shave with two days old grows is no problem. ... "
" ... I've usually kept my beard long but This year, I decided im going for a clean look. ... I couldnt imagine shaving with a manual blade every day so I decided to give this a try. ... "
" ... My husband is completely satisfied with this electric razor . ... "
" ... I've used several electric shavers over the years and this one is the best yet! ... I have used mine for over two years now and I highly recommend it, especially for head shaving. ... "
" ... It removes hair from my face very well. ... "
" ... What I do like is the handle design and it cuts as well as my old one, which is exactly why I got this one. ... "
Cleaning
88clean, station, cleaner, shaver, razor
+89%
-11%
" ... The cleaning cycle on charger is fast and way quieter than the Panasonic. ... "
" ... I love being able to clean the unit as well with the built in system . ... "
" ... I didn't give it 5 stars because of the cost of the clean and renew cartridge. ... The cleaning station is also a great idea. ... "
" ... Never been happier with my no-beard clean look! ... "
" ... The self cleaning is also a plus. ... "
" ... Excellent really like the self cleaner ... "
" ... I do like the cleaning option. ... "
" ... I will note here that if you use the cleaning station and solution as advertised, and recommended by the razor, you'll be spending a lot on cleaning solution. ... "
Product Reliability
40braun, shaver, months, series, razor
+70%
-30%
" ... It lived up to the billing, but things have changed at Braun over the years. ... "
" ... I had to replace my older Braun that I had for more than 12 years. ... "
" ... It replaced my previous Braun that lasted roughly 13 years. ... If this lasts 10 years I'll be very happy. ... "
" ... replacement for the first one purchased 4 years ago. ... "
" ... Really impressed with this after buying it to replace the previous generation which lasted 10 years. ... Not many high quality, long last products available anymore but this is one of them. ... "
" ... Was easy to get used to even though I have used Norelcos for about 12 years until I got this. ... "
" ... Comparing to my Norelco that I owned for the last 5 years . ... "
" ... Replaced a 10y/o series 3 with this new series 5. ... "
Price
28money, shaver, price, waste, worth the money
+68%
-32%
" ... Does a good job, decent price ... "
" ... Could have easily purchased a cheaper Target brand and gotten the same experience. ... "
" ... Worth the investment. ... "
" ... Worth the investment. ... "
" ... I have always used a rotary but this is much better and worth the cost. ... "
" ... Save a few bucks and get a 3 series. ... "
" ... Worth the extra money. ... "
" ... I can only say you get a lot of bang for your buck on this puppy. ... "
Charging
25charging, charge, charging station, shaver, base
+72%
-28%
" ... It feels nice, and it comes with a self sterilizing and charging base which is neat. ... "
" ... The charging cord is much cheaper quality past versions I’ve owned. ... "
" ... Regarding the cleaner/charger, it uses a liquid identified with a warning as being hazardous. ... "
" ... Today, I used the cleaning/charging station today for the first time and had no problem getting it set up for use. ... "
" ... The cleaning cycle on charger is fast and way quieter than the Panasonic. ... "
" ... You can charge the shaver with the power cord so the use is really for cleaning which you can do by just removing the shaver head and running everything under running water. ... "
" ... By charging the shaver "only when dead," the 5 yr old battery still keeps a charge for 2-3 weeks shaving everyday w/o recharging. ... (charge it every night and you'll end up w batteries like people who must keep their cell phones plugged-in all the time.) ... "
" ... Shaver is working well although the charging station is too large for a drawer and is sitting on the counter. ... "
Comfort
23shaver, hairs, skin, razor, feels
+43%
-57%
" ... Swivel head sides are too thick. ... My fingers feel hollow and tingle after just a couple minutes of holding it. ... "
" ... Shaver is good, but has a replacement head which is very expensive and hard to get right. ... "
" ... I think it should denote it uses a new 52S cassette shaver head. ... "
" ... The head tilts and swivels angling to better work on the curves of your jaw and face. ... But, with this Braun the same tapping broke a plastic piece inside the head and I had to order a replacement head. ... "
" ... You can't comfortably shave side burns without pressing the sides of the head hard into your ear canal. ... My fingers feel hollow and tingle after just a couple minutes of holding it. ... "
" ... The overall size is much larger than my previous series 5 Braun, and isn’t as comfortable to hold and feels clumsier to use. ... "
" ... 2) It bothers my skin. ... "
" ... Unless you have a stone pillar of a neck with no contours or edges this one isn't for you. ... "
Ease of Cleaning
20easy, clean, self cleaning, self, also
+100%
" ... The cleaning system is brainlessly easy to use. ... "
" ... The cleaning also lubricates it. ... "
" ... The self cleaning is also a plus. ... "
" ... And, with the Remington it was easy to brush it clean because of the way the blades were set up, not as easy with the Braun. ... "
" ... The self clean is excellent. ... "
" ... The self cleaning is also a plus. ... "
" ... It Cleans better than Gillette. ... "
" ... I really like cleaning base on this over the 3 serise. ... "
Build Quality
18sides, shaver, braun, face, design
+50%
-50%
" ... Very unhappy after first use the shaver broke! ... "
" ... Swivel head sides are too thick. ... It is top heavy and transmits significant vibration through the seemingly hollow plastic frame. ... "
" ... But, with this Braun the same tapping broke a plastic piece inside the head and I had to order a replacement head. ... "
" ... It doesn't come with a carrying case which is too bad because the one before came with one. ... "
" ... Swivel head sides are too thick. ... It is top heavy and transmits significant vibration through the seemingly hollow plastic frame. ... "
" ... But, with this Braun the same tapping broke a plastic piece inside the head and I had to order a replacement head. ... I am going to take along an extra head when I am travelling just in case it breaks. ... "
" ... It really started to rip my face apart. ... "
" ... Sideburn end broke off. ... "
Ease of Use
15easy to use, easy, simpler, easy to clean, easier
+87%
-13%
" ... Couldn't be simpler / easier. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... It is easy to clean and keep. ... "
" ... The old base unit that has the button to open and cartridge access in the front was a much easier and user-friendly design. ... "
" ... I find the shape and size of this razor easy to use. ... "
" ... My only comment is to how easy it is to turn the unit off while using. ... "
" ... Was easy to get used to even though I have used Norelcos for about 12 years until I got this. ... "
" ... Very well made and pleasant to use. ... "
Battery Life
15charge, battery life, holds, charged, years
+67%
-33%
" ... Holds the charge more than a week with daily use. ... "
" ... Battery range improved since and proves to be useful. ... "
" ... I also like the super quick charge of the battery. ... "
" ... Pros: Loved battery life and performance of the razor. ... "
" ... Rechargeable battery is replaceable apparently, that's cool. ... "
" ... Even though my old one still holds a charge for wks, it started to feel like a chainsaw on my face (even with new foil/cutter) . ... "
" ... Battery last a long time in between charges and cleaning stand is quieter than my old one. ... "
" ... Easy to clean and the battery life is excellent. ... "
Returns
12series, want, returned, amazon, try
+8%
-92%
" ... unable to return or get support from seller. ... "
" ... Purchased the Braun Series 5 (5090 cc) in May of this year, my only problem was that I didn't return it. ... "
" ... Purchased the Braun Series 5 (5090 cc) in May of this year, my only problem was that I didn't return it. ... "
" ... Unfortunately, I tossed the packaging already so don't know if I can return. ... "
" ... Nothing in description warns me that it is not returnable. ... "
" ... Had to send it to New York for repairs. ... "
" ... I want to return it. ... "
" ... Unfortunately, I tossed the packaging already so don't know if I can return. ... "
Fit
11head, swivel head, sides, face, braun
+36%
-64%
" ... Would not fit at all in our small bathroom. ... "
" ... It did not fit. ... "
" ... It did not fit. ... "
" ... Swivel head sides are too thick. ... "
" ... Swivel head sides are too thick. ... "
" ... This one is bulky and pulls. ... "
" ... The head tilts and swivels angling to better work on the curves of your jaw and face. ... But, with this Braun the same tapping broke a plastic piece inside the head and I had to order a replacement head. ... "
Marketplace
10shaver, prime, described, time, shipping
+70%
-30%
" ... It was as described. ... "
" ... The best purchase I've made in a long time, and I buy things from Amazon multiple times a week! ... "
" ... Thankfully amazon customer service is excellent and is allowing me to return this. ... "
" ... I also received this in two days using Amazon prime and got it far cheaper than any store would sell it. ... "
" ... I also received this in two days using Amazon prime and got it far cheaper than any store would sell it. ... "
" ... exactly as described ... "
" ... exactly as described ... "
Overall performance
9works, well, smooth, performance, good
+100%
" ... Good overall performance. ... "
" ... Works very well. ... "
" ... does the job perfectly well ... "
" ... Works great so far. ... "
" ... You'll go through the fluid very fast if you do that. ... "
" ... Quiet and does a good job. ... "
" ... does the job perfectly well ... "
" ... It does the job! ... "
Drying
9wet, head, shave, shaving, shaver
+44%
-56%
" ... The larger “all in one” head also does not allow the clean & renew solution to drain and dry as quickly. ... "
" ... The larger “all in one” head also does not allow the clean & renew solution to drain and dry as quickly. ... "
" ... I've tried everything, including, of course, Braun's instructions, dry, before shower, after shower, pre-shave lotion, and wet. ... "
" ... I've tried everything, including, of course, Braun's instructions, dry, before shower, after shower, pre-shave lotion, and wet. ... "
" ... It takes about two days for the razor to dry out. ... "
Water Resistance
9shower, works, well, used, head
+78%
-22%
" ... Have not used it under water and I won't but I love the razor. ... "
" ... Pro: Its water proof, cuts very well, the adjustable head I was skeptic on at first but its a really nice feature. ... "
" ... I bought this a couple of months ago and used it in the shower with water and shaving cream, It worked great!! ... "
" ... Plus you can clean it daily if you want by rinsing head under water. ... "
" ... Plus you can clean it daily if you want by rinsing head under water. ... "
For Travel
7case, travelling, came, unit, second
+57%
-43%
" ... Love the locking mechanism to avoid accidentally running it while travelling. ... "
" ... I like the travel switch so that it doesn't get accidentally powered on while in my toiletry bag. ... "
" ... This is my second one, a replacement for one that came up 'missing' on a recent trip. ... "
" ... There is a very nice stand that comes with it for recharging and storing the unit, and there is a very nice travel case which zips shut to put the razor in while on the road. ... "
Size
7case, unit, one, came, nice
+43%
-57%
" ... It doesn't come with a carrying case which is too bad because the one before came with one. ... "
" ... Only negative, it does not come with a travel bag. ... "
" ... This one is bulky and pulls. ... "
" ... I want a second shaver for travel but now uncertain what to buy? ... "
As Gift
6son, loves, dad, razor, ordered
+100%
" ... My son was very happy with the gift and says he loves it! ... "
" ... A birthday gift for my dad. ... "
" ... The razor was a replacement gift for my dad. ... "
" ... Bought this for my husband for father's day and he loves it and I do too! ... "
" ... This was a graduation gift and my son said it shaved time off his morning routine perfectly. ... "
" ... This was a graduation gift and my son said it shaved time off his morning routine perfectly. ... "
Cables
6power cord, use, coil, shaver, running
+67%
-33%
" ... You can charge the shaver with the power cord so the use is really for cleaning which you can do by just removing the shaver head and running everything under running water. ... "
" ... The charging cord is much cheaper quality past versions I’ve owned. ... "
" ... Included in my box was a flat power cord about 4 ft long, who wants that lying on the counter. ... "
" ... Included in my box was a flat power cord about 4 ft long, who wants that lying on the counter. ... "
Design
6design, sides, looks, like, good
+100%
" ... Feels sturdy and substantial, not like a toy. ... "
" ... This is a good looking shaver. ... "
" ... In conclusion, it looks great, and feels great, but fall flat on its face and for the one this it should be good at . ... "
" ... Feels solid and ergonomic, with simple design features. ... "
" ... Really good engineering. ... "
For Kids
5loves, son, gave, father, day
+100%
" ... My Husband, and Our Son, love these, they said it is the best they have ever had. ... "
" ... My husband loves it. ... "
" ... My husband loves it! ... "
" ... Bought this for my husband for father's day and he loves it and I do too! ... "
" ... Husband loves it ... "
Controls
4trimmer, thumb, naturally
-100%
" ... Button is stuck out and it won't lock back down. ... "
" ... The trimmer is only the issue in that is is on the opposite side of where the on-off button is. ... "
" ... The on / off button located deadcenter of the handle and hard to avoid. ... "
" ... I wish they'd relocate the button. ... "
Print Quality
4way, renew, clean, cartridges, tonight
+75%
-25%
" ... So far I am very happy with this and the cleaning station, although uses a consumable cartridge is convenient and easy. ... "
" ... I didn't give it 5 stars because of the cost of the clean and renew cartridge. ... However, there is a cheaper way to refill the cartridge and I will probably use it. ... "
Power Consumption
4+75%
-25%
" ... very nice, lots of power ... "
" ... Great power too! ... "
" ... Great power too! ... "
Delivery
4us, time, shaver, promised, prime
+75%
-25%
" ... It arrived on time and has performed great so far. ... "
" ... Delivered as promised. ... "
Cartriges
3shave, cartridge, shaver, refill, razor
+100%
" ... Much better shave then buying a bunch of cartridges. ... "
" ... The razor and replacement cartridges are the best shave I think I have ever gotten with an electric razor, highly recommend both. ... "
" ... I didn't give it 5 stars because of the cost of the clean and renew cartridge. ... However, there is a cheaper way to refill the cartridge and I will probably use it. ... "
Product As Described
3one, black
+100%
" ... It was as described. ... "
" ... exactly as described ... "
" ... exactly as described ... "
Washer Dryer
3wet, allow, renew, head, drying time
+67%
-33%
" ... Able to use wet or dry. ... "
" ... Allow drying time. ... "
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Specifications
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Size: 5190 meters