Alright, let’s get right into it—if you’re like me, you stare at all these fancy razors online and wonder: Are they actually worth it? So, I decided to test a bunch of the big Braun electric shavers myself (yes, my jawline was the ultimate testing ground this month) and share what actually matters—no corporate fluff, just real stuff you notice in the bathroom before work.
I know the shelves are packed—Series 3, Series 7, the much-hyped Series 9, they all promise to change your life, but let’s be honest, do they really? I grabbed the top models for 2025, well, as many as I could find without clearing out my savings. First impression? The packaging looks next-level, but it’s what happens after the first shave that counts.
Straight up, the Series feels like a spaceship in your hand. At first, I thought this thing would buzz my face off. Nope! Super gentle, even when I’d skipped a day (aren’t we all a little lazy sometimes?). The battery lasted almost a week—I travel for work so that’s a big tick. Cleaning’s easy too, but—fair warning—the cleaning station looks kind of goofy on a crowded sink (maybe that’s just my tiny apartment).
Series is a weird one, honestly. Some friends rave about it, but I wasn’t blown away. Maybe my skin’s fussy? Decent shave, but a bit tuggy around the jaw. And noise—whoa, gets loud on full speed. If you’ve got roommates, maybe aim for a quieter model unless you like giving everyone a morning wake-up call. Still, hard to argue with the price.
What about the Series 3? Classic “does-the-job” kind of razor. No crazy bells and whistles, but sometimes you don’t want a spaceship on your bathroom counter. Handy for travel—toss it in your bag and forget it. Not super close on thick beards, though, so manage your expectations if you’re particularly hairy (like my cousin, who tested it too—thanks, Matt!).
Honestly, there’s no magic answer. My pick? Series 9’s the king, but budget-wise the Series wins for basic use. If money’s no object and you’re fussy about clean lines and battery life, well, Series is your guy. Just don’t expect miracles—the Braun brand is solid, but facial hair is always gonna put up a fight. Happy shaving, and if you nick yourself, welcome to the club.
