Product Comparison: Philips Norelco S1560/81 vs Braun Series 9 9290cc
General Specifications
Brand
Philips
Braun
Model
S1560/81
9290cc
Origin
Netherlands
Germany
About the product
Convenient, Easy shaveClosest electric shaver in its classcompared to other entry level leading rotary and foil shavers Close-cut Blade System- Durable, self-sharpening blades for a close shave 4-direction Flex Heads- Heads flex in 4 directions to easily shave every curve of your face and neck Lithium-ion power- Consistent maximum power year after year One touch open- Shaver can be easily rinsed clean under the tap Convenient, Easy shaveClosest electric shaver in its classcompared to other entry level leading rotary and foil shavers.
The Braun Series 9 shaver is the World’s most efficient and comfortable shaver. Specialized shaving technology captures more hair in every stroke, providing a close, comfortable shave without compromises. Tested on 3-day beards vs. leading premium tier products.
Key Specs
Type
Rotary
Foil
Wet/Dry Usage
Dry
Wet/dry
Shaving elements
3
5
Maximum Runtime
35 minutes
50 minutes
Washable razor
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Philips Norelco S1560/81 Electric Shaver 2100
- I used to have a Remington, but changed to rotary. It is soooo quiet that I thought is was broken, but it really cut my "hard to get" whiskers better. I would definetly recommend this.
- First time for a rotary shaver. It's very quiet and gets the job done.
- I'm so happy with this compared to the crummy, non-rotary head shaver I bought.
- Its a rotary electric razor and works well. I only use this occasionally and I like it. Had a foil electric razor and hated it.
- The motor produces minimal noise and the rotary blades produce a clean and close shave without going over the same area.
Braun Series 9 9290cc Men's Electric Foil Shaver
- Fast, comfortable, close shave. It travels well, holds its charge, and the foil has been going strong now a year.
- It does give a way better shave then any of the electric razors I’ve ever owned.
- This is my first foil shaver and it gets a really close shave on skin compared to norelco. Definitely will not go back after this shaver. Recommended! No razor bumps at all.!
- I do not understand how anyone could not like this razor. It gives an easy smooth shave quickly. I have tried rotary & other foil shavers and this is bar far worth the price.
- Very satisfied. Quality product and components. Great shave for a thicker beard.
Size & Weight
Material
Plastic
Plastic
Color
Black
Silver
Height
9.6 in.
9.9 in.
Width
3.5 in.
6.2 in.
Depth
5 in.
6.2 in.
Weight
0.85 pounds
2.1 pounds
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Philips Norelco S1560/81 Electric Shaver 2100
- Compact, light, great shave that fits my bumpy and wrinkled old face.
- I would recommend this razor for any guy looking for a nice compact razor.
- For the price, it's it's a solid and compact razor that you can take with you on the go.
- Great value - cuts perfectly, long battery life, compact size.
- I also like how lightweight and compact it is - it fits right in my shaving kit with no problem, and takes up minimal space.
Braun Series 9 9290cc Men's Electric Foil Shaver
- It is compact (which also makes it better for travel), and it feels more solid (probably because of the size/weight ratio).
- The travel case is also very compact and an improvement over my previous shaver which would come open in my suitcase.
- The shaver is solid and sturdy. It comes in a very nice compact travel pouch with zipper, and a cleaning station complete with a plastic container of cleaning agent.
- My husband liked the shaver. He thought it was easy to use as it did not have cords to tangle and the base is compact.
- The shaver is larger than the previous Brauns I've owned. For travelling I might consider buying a 2nd, more compact electric.
Control
Full charge time
480 minutes
60 minutes
LED display
No
Yes
Charge indicator
Yes
Yes
Battery status levels
No
Yes
What customers say about "Control"
Philips Norelco S1560/81 Electric Shaver 2100
- The flashing LED indicator lets you know when the unit is finished charging.
- Unit has a low-battery indicator on the front, so heed that warning.
- Yes, I liked it. The backup power is good. There is indicator for full charge.
- Also the battery life is not as long as advertised but I could live with that if it had a better warning indicator.
- There really isn't a quick charge feature either. A full charge will require 8 hours per the manufacturer.
Braun Series 9 9290cc Men's Electric Foil Shaver
- LED display shows actual numbers for last 9 minutes of battery life.
- Also, needs cleaning after one time according to the light indicator. That's fine.
- LED indicators notify you of cleaning fluid level, and abbreviated information about cleaning status.
- The cleaning device has indicators, where none existed before.
- The only quirky thing about the shaver is that it indicates that it needs to be cleaned even after only one shave.
Features
Ergonomic Design
Yes
Yes
Cleaning reminder
No
Yes
Pop-up detail trimmer
Yes
Yes
Charge station
No
Yes
Flexible shaver head
Yes
Yes
Additional Accessories Included
Charging cord, Protective cap
Clean&Charge Station, Cleaning cartridge, Smart plug, Travel pouch, Cleaning brush
Clean station
No
Yes
Shaving modes
1
1
What customers say about "Features"
Philips Norelco S1560/81 Electric Shaver 2100
- I got this razor from buzzagent. Nice small rechargable shave. Gives you that nice close shave like a razor would give you.
- After using it for a minute a day for a couple weeks the battery has not needed to be recharged.
- Very nice budget electric shaver. Lightweight and its ergonomic design fits really nicely in my hand.
- The design is great, as you press on your face, they push in a bit to not cut your face like other shavers.
- Relatively low speed compared to other rotary razors I have used. Cleaning disassembly is messy and reassembly fussy until you get used to it.
Braun Series 9 9290cc Men's Electric Foil Shaver
- I've always been weary of foil shavers. this one is nice. I like the cleaning feature. I shave more often now, just because its easier.
- I hope the travel case does not damage the foils. Clean and charge works very well also.
- The cleaning kit cleaned the razor well, and I believe it is well done.
- You do have to replace the alcohol cleaning base every few months, but that isn't much of an issue to me. Overall I enjoyed the cleaning base.
- The clean and charge was a big draw with this razor, so it's rather disappointing.
Warranty / Certifications
Certifications
UL
cULus, CE
Manufacturer warranty
2 year(s)
2 year(s)
Rating
MSRP
39.99
324.99
Site manufacturer
4.3
4.6
Amazon
4.2
4.1
Walmart
4.3
4.6
Bestbuy
4.4
Ebay
4.6
4.5
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