TOP 5 advanced razors with automatic stubble detection

The 2021 Series 5000 is Philips' mid-range rotary electric shaver. At the same time, the model is equipped with a SkinIQ bristle auto-detection sensor and is one of the most affordable solutions on the market with this function.

The Philips Series 5000 S5587/10 automatically detects facial hair type (hardness and density) and sets the desired motor operation, up to a maximum number of cutting strokes of 90,000 cuts/min. Further enhancing ease of use is the informative control panel with child lock, battery level and cleaning reminders.

The razor has a floating head with three self-sharpening SteelPrecision blades. They follow the contours of the face and neck and effectively remove stubble. Thanks to the waterproof body, the model is suitable for wet shaving using foam or gel, which is important for owners of sensitive skin.

Also available is a pop-up trimmer that will help when shaving to make the finishing touches, for example, trim the temples or adjust the line of the mustache.

The shaver is powered by a rechargeable battery that provides 60 minutes of autonomy for every hourly charge cycle. After-use care simplifies both the ability to rinse under water and the opening of the operating unit at the touch of a button. When storing and transporting the device, a soft complete bag made of fabric is useful.

According to reviews, the model copes with its task perfectly. Therefore, the Philips Series 5000 S5587 / 10 is definitely worth a closer look to all those who want to get an electric razor with automatic bristle detection without overpayments.

The Philips rotary razor has a waterproof housing with rubberized grips, so it is suitable (and very comfortable) for dry and wet shaving. For processing sideburns or mustache contours, a built-in trimmer is also offered.

Philips Series 7000 S7786/55 is equipped with three floating blades with self-sharpening SteelPrecision blades. They have a SkinGlide coating on top to reduce friction (and skin irritation). And the balance of speed and gentle care is provided by the advanced SkinIQ bristle sensor. Unlike Series 5000 models, it analyzes not only the type of facial hair, but also the movements of the razor. Therefore, if the user deviates from the recommended circular trajectories, then a special LED indicator notifies about this.

It takes 60 minutes to recharge the model's lithium-ion battery, after which it is ready to work for an hour away from outlets. Plus, for the convenience of charging, a special stand is included in the kit.

The possibility of washing under water and the presence of a traditional brush make it possible to reduce the complexity of care. Moreover, together with the device there is a self-cleaning station with one replaceable cleaning cartridge (with daily use it will last for 30 cycles).

The electric shaver represents the Series 7000 family, which combines the solutions of the upper half of the middle class. To confirm the status, the model comes with an extended delivery package (in addition to the station and the brush, there is a dense carrying case) and received an LED display with an abundance of information prompts: from indicating the charge level to activating child protection.

You can also sync your shaver with the GroomTribe mobile app. It contains work statistics and personal recommendations for skin care.

Philips Series 7000 S7786/55 is a balanced shaver for demanding users.

The Braun foil shaver introduces the 2022 Series 8 line and is one of the advanced solutions. Its overall reliability is confirmed by the fact that the model is made in Germany, and the service life is declared at around 7 years.

The Braun Series 8 8460cc will also please with an extended package. Users, in addition to the charger and the usual brush, are waiting for a tight case and a branded SmartCare Center 5-in-1 station. She chooses the care programme herself, cleans the shaving unit, lubricates the blades, dries and charges the device at the same time. By the way, the charging process will take an hour, and the battery life also reaches 60 minutes.

The electric shaver is equipped with an 8D head that moves by itself, plus provides for an individual suspension of each cutting element, which contributes to the exact repetition of all skin contours. And for a close shave in difficult areas (under the nose or chin), the shaving unit can be locked in one position using the Precision HeadLock.

Four elements are responsible for removing bristles - a pair of Opti-Foil nets, an ActiveLift intermediate trimmer and a SkinGuard protective plate that softens the skin. The high-performance SyncroSonic ultrasonic motor works under the control of the AutoSense sensor: it determines the density of the bristles and adapts the working power.

In addition, there is a waterproof housing ready for wet shaving, as well as a retractable trimmer for trimming.

The proprietary Pro Display helps interact with the model. It is equipped with several indicators at once - blocking (protection from children), cleaning, the need to replace grids, charge level. In addition, when the battery is close to discharge, a countdown in minutes (from 8 minutes) is displayed on the screen.

The Braun Series 8 8460cc is a great choice for those with sensitive skin and anyone looking for a functional and reliable shaver.

One of Panasonic's older shavers has five shaving elements to help you get rid of unwanted hair faster. The floating head is centered on a thick stubble trimmer, surrounded by a pair of titanium-coated foils to remove skin-tight hairs, and flanked by two cutting elements for the ultimate close shave. All blades are made of Japanese made stainless steel. The device itself is also marked "Made in Japan", which can be considered an additional guarantee of quality and durability.

The Panasonic ES-LV9U motor performs up to 14,000 rpm, which provides up to 70,000 cuts. There is also a stubble sensor that detects the thickness of the user's beard and adjusts the motor performance in real time.

You can shave with the model in the shower and with the use of gel or foam. The case is also not afraid of washing under running water. Yes, and manually cleaning the device is not at all necessary: the kit includes a cleaning station. Moreover, it not only removes dirt and performs hygienic treatment, but also charges the razor. And instead of replaceable cartridges, you need to periodically change a special cleaning fluid here. The package also includes a brush, a travel case and oil for lubricating the blades.

The built-in lithium-ion battery charges quickly in just an hour. But the autonomy of the model is slightly inferior to the main competitors - about 50 minutes. There is also an informative control panel with a 5-level indication of the charge and the charging process (from 20 to 100%) and a security lock alert.

The disadvantage of the model is the high price, but for the Japanese quality, smooth shave and additional functionality of the Panasonic ES-LV9U, it is worth paying extra.

The 2022 Series 9 is one of Braun's older shavers. By the way, it is not the most complete, because it comes with a charging stand and a travel case, but without a self-cleaning station, like the more expensive Series 9 Pro 9467cc version.

The razor is not afraid of water (suitable for wet shaving and rinsing), has acquired an ergonomic body and an informative Pro Display with a rich set of indicators and a countdown in case of an early battery discharge. The latter, without recharge, will “stretch” up to an hour, requiring a 60-minute charge cycle.

Against the background of models of the younger series, there is a floating head with 10 degrees of freedom of movement and an updated MultiHeadLock lock. It has 5 positions of blocking the working block (at different angles) for easy shaving of stubble in hard-to-reach places of the face and neck.

5 working elements are also responsible for the high quality of shaving. A pair of branded meshes and a SkinGuard protective plate are complemented by 2 trimmers at once. Familiar for mesh models Direct & Cut guides and cuts long hairs, and the additional HyperLift & Cut with a titanium coating removes stubble that fits snugly against the skin. The AutoSense bristle type sensor helps to correctly distribute the forces of the motor, ready to perform up to 40 thousand cutting movements per minute. It is stated that this “five and the company” is able to cope even with a weekly unshaven.

The price of the razor is high, but it fully corresponds to the flagship status. In addition, the Braun Series 9 Pro 9417s is made in Germany, and this is an additional trust factor even for picky users.