This Braun Series 5 shaver is 100% waterproof that makes the shaving process easier and secure. Beyond the waterproof body, the shaver offers efficient wet/dry shaving facility that allows you to have your preferred shaving condition. You’re probably referring to the 5195cc which is indeed an excellent model from the previous Series 5 generation . I own quite a few of the older Series 5, 7 and 9 and at least in my experience the 7 and 9 are better, but the Series 5 is no slouch either and holds its ground.
The robust third generation and some 2nd generation series 5 shavers are available on the market with and without automatic cleaning and charging station. Beyond the existing Series 5 shavers, Braun released Remington Shaver their new shaped electric shavers in the Series in 2020 which are slightly downgraded. However, Braun minimized the price range in the newly released shavers and added some extra facilities as well.
This shaver comes with its own clean and charge station. This Braun Series cc yet again offers great value for the price tag it has. Along with all the latest technology this is also a great product from Braun. Between Series 3 and Series 7, the Series 5 electric shavers are perfect for those looking for the best quality with respect to their available funds.
The station model number is actually 5434, not 5435 and it will work with your Series 5. Regarding the Series 6, I recommend reading this part of my comparison where I go into more details. I personally like the Series 6 more, mainly because of the flexing head, but the performance overall is very similar. I wouldn’t recommend it to users with coarse, wiry hair or if you plan on shaving every three days for example. Finally, the foil frame is unnecessarily wide and the head just doesn’t glide as easily on the skin.
I’m used to the 5 series shaver and although this is a 5 according to Braun, it’s more like a 5a type. Lastly, it cleans by only tapping the head to shake out the cuttings and then brushing the rest away. Only minus is you have to change the head to attach a trimmer blade- it doesn’t pop up as on the 5 series shaver.
The older Remington Shaver shavers come in a straight design that feels like the highest-end Braun Series 9. But the new generation Series 5 shavers come in an irregular shape. The shape has been engineered for making the device lightweight and user-friendly. But most of the users still find the older shape more comfortable. However, the new design fits in grasp more accurately since it’s slimmer and lighter than the older ones. Braun used innovative slim and SmartClick technology in the new generation of shavers and consequently, the Braun 5018s comes with a SmartClick trimmer.
The design of the Series 5 is so sleek that the braun Series 9, which is the high end of the Braun range, has the same design and is highly recommended. The handle is widest at the top, near the cassette, and then tapers down in the middle. The Braun Series 5 is a majority black colour, with small bits of red or blue detail, while the shaving head comes in either black or silver. The shaver has 3 flexible blades that are advertised as being able to effortlessly follow the curves and contours of your face. I used shaving foam with it and It left patches of hair intact pretty much all over.