I've been shaving with DE and cartridge razors for many years but have recently had some issues with razor bumps. I'm going to swap to an electrical shaver for the time being, to be a bit gentler on my skin whilst I try and treat these. I already have a Philips SensoTouch model which I've swapped to at the moment, however, I've never been that impressed with the results, in both closeness and comfort of the shave. I'm also sensitive to sound and find it a bit noisy when in use, so I'm wondering if the more modern models would run a bit more quietly. As I'm looking for a quiet shaver, I presume foils will be out of the question as I've read these tend to be noisier than rotarys.
Therefore, I've been looking at the Philips Series 3000 and 5000 shavers. From the Philips UK website, they seem to get 4.4/5 stars vs 3.6/5 stars for my older model, so I guess they do perform a bit better.
I've read mixed opinions on both the newer models. Some say the 3000 is a solid option and it's not really worth spending more on the 5000. I also note that the 5000 series model is the new replacement for my now discontinued 7000 SensoTouch model, so wondering if the 3000 would technically be a downgrade?
Philips 3000 - £55
Philips 5000 - £84
If anyone has experience on these models and can comment on how they compare in terms of quietness, closeness and comfort of shave, it would be much appreciated! Also if you think it's worth upgrading at all and whether the 5000 is worth the £30 extra over the 3000. Thanks in advance!
Model I already own:
Therefore, I've been looking at the Philips Series 3000 and 5000 shavers. From the Philips UK website, they seem to get 4.4/5 stars vs 3.6/5 stars for my older model, so I guess they do perform a bit better.
I've read mixed opinions on both the newer models. Some say the 3000 is a solid option and it's not really worth spending more on the 5000. I also note that the 5000 series model is the new replacement for my now discontinued 7000 SensoTouch model, so wondering if the 3000 would technically be a downgrade?
Philips 3000 - £55
Philips 5000 - £84
If anyone has experience on these models and can comment on how they compare in terms of quietness, closeness and comfort of shave, it would be much appreciated! Also if you think it's worth upgrading at all and whether the 5000 is worth the £30 extra over the 3000. Thanks in advance!
Model I already own: