CATEGORY : Electric Shavers

Philips Norelco 5500 VS. Panasonic ES LV9N S

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Panasonic ES LV9N S

Reasons to buy Panasonic ES LV9N S:

  • button icon Will give you a clean close shave with a few passes
  • button icon Friendly on Sensitive Skins
  • button icon Very quiet and reaches all areas
  • button icon Premium foil shaver with high end features
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Runners Up:

Philips Norelco 5500

Reasons to buy Philips Norelco 5500 :

  • button icon It is a wet and dry electric shaver
  • button icon Turbo mode makes the shaver 10x faster and powerful
  • button icon Flexible shaving heads reach all hard to shave areas
  • button icon Affordable
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE
WINNER :

Panasonic ES LV9N S

  • CPM
  • BEARD DENSITY SENSOR
  • GOOD ON THICK BEARDS
  • CAN SHAVE HEAD
USABILITY
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DESIGN
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Comparison Winner
Panasonic ES LV9N S

Reasons why we like it:

  • CPM
  • BEARD DENSITY SENSOR
  • GOOD ON THICK BEARDS
  • CAN SHAVE HEAD
  • CLEANING MACHINE
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COMPARISON – Philips Norelco 5500 VS. Panasonic ES LV9N S

PERFORMANCE

WORKS WITH GEL OR FOAM

Philips Norelco 5500
Panasonic ES LV9N S
Yes

This is an Aquatec Wet and dry shaver. You can choose how you would like to shave. Those with sensitive skins can shave with gel while those with normal skins can opt for a dry shave. It is fully waterproof, so you can shave while in the shower.

Yes

Can be used dry or wet while in the shower. So if you have been having issues with ingrown hairs and sensitive skin issues. This shaver will be your savoir. Quick dry shaves work for those with non-sensitive skins.

CPM

Philips Norelco 5500
Panasonic ES LV9N S
No

Yes

This unit is fast and efficient. It is powered by a high performance motor which makes 14,000 cuts per minute. So if it comes to shaving thick beard, you will have a real close shave within a few minutes.

CONTOUR ADAPTABILITY

Philips Norelco 5500
Panasonic ES LV9N S
Yes

Its contouring system is made of 3 shaver heads and circular blades that rotate in 5 different directions capturing hair on every contour on your face, neck and jaw line

Yes

So, as you're shaving, the 3D Multi-flex pivoting heads move back-and-forth,up-and-down, and side-to-side following individual contours on your face,neck and jaw ensuring that no hair is left un-cut.

BEARD DENSITY SENSOR

Philips Norelco 5500
Panasonic ES LV9N S
No

Yes

The automatic beard sensor will always study and understand the density or thickness of your beard, thus adjust the shaver's power so that you get a consistent shave and clean results.

FOR ALL SKIN TYPES

Philips Norelco 5500
Panasonic ES LV9N S
Yes

Since it is a wet and dry shaver, anyone can enjoy a comfortable close shave with this shaver. Choose to shave wet or dry depending on your skin type.

Yes

Since it is a wet and dry shaver, it can be used by people of all types of skins.

WORKS ON 3 DAY STUBBLE

Philips Norelco 5500
Panasonic ES LV9N S
Yes

It will use its lift and cut blade system to capture and shave 3 day stubble. This system is made up of 2 blades. One blade lifts the short hair while the 2nd blade cuts. In addition to that, the flexible shaving head will follow each and every contour on your face, keeping close contact with the skin thus capture more short hair in a single pass.

Yes

It has powerful precision 5 blades that shave as closer as a manual razor and a Lift-Tech foil which uses reverse tapered edges to lift, hold and shave short stubble and flat lying hairs.

FLEXIBLE HEAD

Philips Norelco 5500
Panasonic ES LV9N S
Yes

It features 3 flexible shaver heads that pivot up to 5 directions keeping close contact with the skin so as to provide you with a clean close shave.

Yes

Features a 3D Multi-Flex pivoting head which moves up/down, side-to-side and back and forth following all contours on your face, neck and jaw line ensuring you with a real clean close shave.

GOOD ON THICK BEARDS

Philips Norelco 5500
Panasonic ES LV9N S
No

Yes

With its powerful Arc5 precision blades, 14,000 CPM linear Motor and Beard sensor technology - No thick beard will remain standing. You will archive a real close shave with a few passes.

CAN SHAVE HEAD

Philips Norelco 5500
Panasonic ES LV9N S
No

Yes

Yes, due to its strength, wide shaver head, power and the Arc5 sharp blades, it can be used to shave your head.

Panasonic ES LV9N S

USABILITY

ERGONOMIC HANDLE

Philips Norelco 5500
Panasonic ES LV9N S
Yes

It features a slim ergonomic handle that fits in both small and large hands.

Yes

The new improved Arc5 handle is designed to fit in all hands, the masculine and small. It is ergonomic and features a soft-touch rubber with a textured surface to improve on the shaver's grip.

SPEED SETTINGS

Philips Norelco 5500
Panasonic ES LV9N S
Yes

To some extent you can customize the functionality of this shaver by using the Turbo Mode function. This one will boost the shaver’s power and speed 10 times. So if you want a quick shave early in the morning, opt for this turbo mode function.

No

FULLY WASHABLE

Philips Norelco 5500
Panasonic ES LV9N S
Yes

Due to its AquaTech feature, this model can be immersed in water and it won't get any damages. It is 100% water proof, so you can enjoy that comfortable wet shave while in the shower.

Yes

This unit is 100% washable. You can immerse it in water and nothing will happen to it. Performs well while in the shower and can be used with gel/cream.

CLEANING MACHINE

Philips Norelco 5500
Panasonic ES LV9N S
No

Yes

The Cleaning System will give you effortless maintenance. It keeps your shaver's blades new all the time, Lubricates the shaver and charges it as well.

CHARGING TIME

Philips Norelco 5500
Panasonic ES LV9N S
Yes

1 hour of full battery charge will give you 45 minutes of grooming time. On the other hand, you can as well opt for a quick 5 minutes charge and get a single shave.

Yes

1 hour charge time will give you 60 minutes of grooming time. But a quick 5 minutes charge can give you one shave.

CORDLESS

Philips Norelco 5500
Panasonic ES LV9N S
Yes

Fully a cordless shaver. So safety reasons, Philips have disabled functionality when the shaver is plugged into power since it’s a wet and dry shaver.

Yes

100% cordless shaver.

DESIGN

TYPE

Philips Norelco 5500
Panasonic ES LV9N S
Yes

It is a rotary shaver with circular blades that shave as close as possible. Rotary shavers use circular blades which shave in a circular motion.

Yes

Arc5 Foil shaver featuring 5 sharp blades that shave as close to the skin, 3 micro-thin, hypoallergenic ARC foil which protects the skin and Smooth skincare rollers that offer exceptional results.

WIRELESS CHARGING

Philips Norelco 5500
Panasonic ES LV9N S
No

No

MECHANISM

Philips Norelco 5500
Panasonic ES LV9N S
Yes

Norelco 5500's mechanism is made up of the following functions: MultiPrecision Blade System, Turbo mode which boosts the shaver 10x, 5 direction flexible heads and Aquatec Wet and Dry

Yes

This unit's mechanism is made up of the following: Advanced 5-Blade Floating ARC System, 3D Multi-Flex Pivoting Head and an ARC5 Skin Comfort Foil System, Beard Sensor technology, beard trimmer and Wet/Dry option

DISPLAY

Philips Norelco 5500
Panasonic ES LV9N S
Yes

Features a summarized LED Display which shows only relevant information and this includes; battery status, Cleaning indicator, Travel lock and Replacement head indicator

Yes

Features a large display screen which shows battery status, travel lock, clean reminder and blade replacement reminder.

BUILD UP

Philips Norelco 5500
Panasonic ES LV9N S
Yes

The shaver looks beautiful all durable. It is light weight and very easy to use. Its circular blades are available on Amazon so you don't have to worry about replacement blades. The ergonomic handle makes it easy to use the shaver while in the shower.

Yes

Premium build-up. This is the most beautiful electric shaver for men on the market.

TRIMMER

Philips Norelco 5500
Panasonic ES LV9N S
Yes

Features a detachable Smart Click precision trimmer which can be used to shape sideburns or mustache.

Yes

Features a precise beard trimmer at the back of the unit's head. Use this precise trimmer to shape your mustache and sideburn.

BATTERY LIFE

Philips Norelco 5500
Panasonic ES LV9N S
Yes

45 minutes

Yes

Operated for 60 minutes once it is fully charged

ACCESSORIES

Philips Norelco 5500
Panasonic ES LV9N S
Yes

SmartClick precision trimmer, power cord and protective cap

Yes

Clean & Charge System, Travel Pouch, Charging Plug

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