Braun Series 7
Exact average 81.8 · 0 printed, 8 estimated
Image: Braun8 professional reviewers tested the Braun Series 7, and 7 recommend it. Most praised: results and attachments. Most common complaint: price.
Reviewed by The Independent, How-To Geek, T3 and 5 more
The catch: Pricey for many buyers, and the cleaning station is bulky.
8 of these 8 outlets print no score. We estimated theirs from the review text, then adjusted the estimates against the ratings outlets actually print (ours ran slightly low). An estimate is never higher than 92.
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What 8 critics said
Highest score first · all converted to 0–100- 85est.The Independent
Named the best electric shaver overall in a tested roundup.
Read The Independent review - 83est.How-To Geek
A contributor says the Series 7 gave a much more comfortable and precise shave than cheap shavers he used before.
Read How-To Geek review - 83est.T3
The reviewer calls it an excellent, versatile all-round shaver with a handy cleaning station and long battery life.
Read T3 review - 83est.Trusted Reviews
A great all-round wet and dry shaver that adapts to hair length and gives a close shave.
Read Trusted Reviews review - 83est.Tech Advisor
A terrific shaver that is comfortable, quick to charge and gives a close shave.
Read Tech Advisor review - 83est.Business Insider
Named the budget pick in a tested electric razor guide, praised for beard sensing and a flexible head that handles tricky areas.
Read Business Insider review - 83est.Expert Reviews
In a tested roundup, the Series 7 is named the best shaver under 350 pounds, with a very smooth, non-plucking shave and a good cleaning centre.
Read Expert Reviews review - 71est.CNN Underscored
The tester liked the compact size, comfortable handle and good shave, but the loud auto-cleaning dock and vague manual kept it out of the top picks.
Read CNN Underscored review
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Common questions
Is the Braun Series 7 worth it?
Most critics think so: 7 of 8 recommend it. Pricey for many buyers, and the cleaning station is bulky.
Do critics agree about the Braun Series 7?
Broad agreement: scores range from 71 (CNN Underscored) to 85 (The Independent), a spread of 14 points across 8 reviews. Most reviewers land fairly close together.
What do critics dislike about the Braun Series 7?
Price (2 of 8 reviews).
What is the best alternative to the Braun Series 7?
The Philips Norelco OneBlade 360 (critic score 85), top pick, narrowly.