You’ll have to decide whether the convenience is worth it; maintaining your shaver manually with the included cleaning brush is certainly easy enough. Like the Braun models, these shavers are marketed in series. If you can’t find the 9300, get whichever 9000-series model is cheapest.
These convenient devices are also easy to pack up and take with you while traveling for business or vacation. In 1950, Remington Rand bought the pioneering Eckert–Mauchly Computer Company. In 1955, it merged with Sperry Corporation, developer of the Braun Series 5 automatic pilot, amongst other devices. The combined company became the Sperry Rand Corporation and continued to market shavers under the Remington brand. In 1979, Sperry Rand sold off a number of its divisions, including the consumer products.
The best electric razors on the market will run you around $100 — but you can easily snag one of the tried-and-true older models for about half that. A budget of about $70 will be more than enough to ensure the razor you select is of high quality and features a durable design. You may also want to consider the ergonomics of the electric razor’s handle since grip comfortability plays a large role in your shaving experience. Some shavers use a special technology that allows each shaving head to move independently from the others.
Victor Kiam bought the electric shaver company in a leveraged buyout. It is a reasonably good buy for an electric shaver that has all the features mentioned above. If you’re just looking for a basic shaver, you can probably get one from the dollar store that costs a dollar. Or if you’re looking for something slightly better, you can also find a lot of shavers that are priced around half of what the Remington F is retailing at.
If for any reason you are not satisfied with this product, your purchase is covered by our 30-day return policy. All contents and original packaging must be included with all returns. This shaver can be washed under a faucet, making it easy to maintain. Shaver’s are one of the most popular products that are sold in stores and online. Both men and women have a need for it, and because they are used so often, they occasionally need to be replaced. A couple drops of oil or a quick spray of cleaner can keep your razor in great shape and ensure a comfortable shave.
We didn’t test battery life, specifically; all of the models we picked were capable of running for about an hour on a full charge. We asked testers to evaluate each razor for closeness of shave, speed, and irritation. First, testers used the razors at whatever their standard “I need a shave” interval was. We then asked for a double-growth test—skipping a shave—and, as a go-for-broke scenario, a triple-growth test. James Austin used our budget pick for two years, through 2020, and many other razors—both electric and manual—before that. He has reviewed everything from board games to umbrellas and has participated in a number of test panels since joining Wirecutter in 2015.
Its shave has remained close and comfortable and is still strong enough to mow through multiple days of growth when needed. All Braun shavers include a two-year warranty, which covers everything but the foil and cutting block. In addition, we weighed each model and measured the noise of each razor during operation.
The Arc5 is quieter than the Series 7, but the noise it does make is much higher pitched, which some may find annoying. If you find that Braun models aren’t working for you, the Arc5 might be a better option for your skin or Remington Shaver hair type. For the first iteration of this guide, we enlisted a panel of 12 to test a dozen electric razors each. Based on our research and testing, we believe a foil shaver produces a better shave for most facial hair.