We are talking about an electric body groomer, or rather, with batteries. It is a new body care appliance on the market. Today, it is very popular and costly. We have tested what we believe are the best models on the market and compared them.
Men’s body groomer: Braun Cruzer 5 Body Shaver Groomer
It is very compact and light. The operating principle is that of a hair clipper (or trimmer), with an excellent and precise double comb head. As we know, this type of head ensures a wonderful cut for long hair, leaving a specific length that is less than 1 mm, yet still clearly visible. At Braun, they considered doing the last job, to bring the hair to zero, to a standard setting. The device has a retractable support for Gillette quad-blades.
The device is completely waterproof and features innovative induction charging, eliminating the need for contacts, making it suitable for use in the shower. It is equipped with combs to obtain various lengths and can also be used as a trimmer.
We come to the test ” on the field “. The action of the electric razor is very effective and quite delicate. You can use it safely on the whole body. Still, in areas where the skin is more fragile, you may experience some discomfort, known as “pinch.” For these sensitive areas, it is advisable to add the comb, even the shortest, to create a distance between the head and the skin. You will not have a zero cut.
Even with the comb mounted, the Braun is very precise and fast in cutting. On the contrary, we find the addition of support for the blade to be completely absurd. Those who want a ” zero ” finish will find it more practical to use a separate blade. The combined electric blade use should save time. Still, in our opinion, it makes the operation more delicate, resulting in lost accuracy, and ultimately, it takes less time to use two razors separately.
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Summarizing, a razor of excellent quality, but not suitable for those who want a cut to zero, even less if in intimate parts. Another new feature of this product is the price a little high, at least compared to the competition.
Philips Bodygroom Series
Philips proposes the series 1000, 3000, 5000, and 7000 of Bodygroom, but the series 3000, in our opinion, offers the best price-to-performance ratio and is the model we recommend among the four. Compared to the Braun, you immediately notice that it is a less refined and heavier device.
It is also waterproof, but features the classic rechargeable design with sealed connectors. This razor features two cutting heads, combining classic shaving with foil and a comb. In practice, the first head shortens the hair, and the lamina brings it to zero (or almost), like an electric shaving razor. There are two cutting tips to use, allowing for use from both directions. The curved design enables two different grips, better suited for other areas of the body.
With this razor, you achieve accurate hair removal with just a few passes at zero. The cutting heads are softer than those of Braun, but also less efficient. However, the combination with the lamina makes the use very practical and smooth, and it is also fast. In the private parts, it can be used without problems, and without the need to insert a comb: the heads are rounded, and the risk of “pinches” is significantly lower compared to Braun.
Another point in favor of this razor is its price, which is among the lowest in the category. Defects? The use of combs is inferior. The combs require careful insertion, and the cut is imprecise and approximate. There is a need to adjust repeatedly to achieve a uniform setting, and it is necessary to vary the angle and reverse the grip continuously.
We recommend the Philips Series 3000 to those who want to shave large areas of the body, such as the chest and legs, quickly and easily, without the need for razor blades or foams, particularly cyclists and swimmers.
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Philips Grooming Kit series 7000
For those who want something more, the 7000 series is a solution worth considering. In addition to the Bodygroom head, the package also includes other heads, such as those for adjusting the hair and various precision finishers, explicitly designed for those who want to sculpt their beard and mustache.
The engine part is more refined, but ultimately, the function of pure depilation is not significantly different from that of the 3000 series, making it the right choice for those who want more accessories than the kit, at a competitive price.
However, we have selected this Philips article for its versatility. A thin but powerful motor body can be combined with numerous heads to achieve every possible function: hair and beard regulator, depilation, precision heads for the face, body, nose, and ears.
It is equipped with 8 combs of various lengths, ranging from less than 1mm to 16mm. The materials are excellent (from a technical standpoint, finished in titanium), and we particularly appreciate the battery life, which is almost two hours, nearly double that of the competition.
The”in the field’ test shows that it is an excellent regulator for hair and beard, but it does not reach the performance of competitors for body hair removal, a function that, among many, lacks a dedicated study.
Nevertheless, the bearded head, used on the skin, cuts quickly and precisely, especially on the chest and legs, even if it has the drawback of “pulling” a few hairs. It’s better to insert a comb to space out the hair a little for the private parts. It is then necessary to pass the head with a razor to completely remove the hair.
Reasonable cost, given the number of accessories. It is a very popular model, for which it is easy to find usage tips and spare parts on the web.
