Philips Norelco 8900-vs-Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

COMPARISON – Philips Norelco 8900 VS. Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

WORKS WITH GEL OR FOAM

Philips Norelco 8900

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

Yes

Can work as a dry or wet shaver.This makes it an ideal rotary shaver for sensitive skins.This makes it an ideal rotary shaver for sensitive skins.It won't pull or nick your skin while wet shaving

Yes

You can choose between wet/dry shaving. Men with sensitive skins, a wet shave is the best option for you - apply gel/foam to soften your beards - this will make the shaving process smoother and faster. On the other hand, those who prefer shaving with water while in the shower - S9000 will serve you better.

CPM

Philips Norelco 8900

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

CONTOUR ADAPTABILITY

Philips Norelco 8900

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

Yes

The contour detect technology is based on the flexibility of the shaving heads which move in EIGHT different directions following each contour

Yes

Features 3 ContourDetect heads which move in 8 different directions following every facial contour, catching hair in all hard-to-shave areas like the jaw line and neck. You will always get an extremely close, clean and smooth shave.

BEARD DENSITY SENSOR

Philips Norelco 8900

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

Yes

The Beard Adapt Sensor will always monitor beard density 15 times per second and it will automatically adjust the shavers speed

FOR ALL SKIN TYPES

Philips Norelco 8900

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

Yes

Can be used by men with of all types of skins.Those with normal skins can opt for the dry shaving option while those with very sensitive skins can opt for wet shaving option

Yes

Features Superb Skin Comfort Rings for extra smooth gliding - coupled with Wet shaving option which allows you to shave with Gel/Foam. Cutting Rings are coated with metallic pigments for superb gliding

WORKS ON 3 DAY STUBBLE

Philips Norelco 8900

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

Yes

Uses its V-track precision blades that cut up to 30% closer to shave a 3 day stubble

Yes

Yes, The beard adapt sensor will always detect the density of your beard. If it is 3 day stubble, the shaver will adjust its blades and power to clear it off without nicking your skin.

FLEXIBLE HEAD

Philips Norelco 8900

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

Yes

Features 3 shaving heads which move in 8 directions reaching all hard to shave areas like below the neck

Yes

360 degree rotating Flexible shaving head turns or moves to 8 directions making it easier to shave all hard to reach areas.

GOOD ON THICK BEARDS

Philips Norelco 8900

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

Yes

The V-Track Precision Blade System is tailored to capture and shave all sorts of beards. These blades collect hairs that grow in various directions for thorough shaving

Yes

The Nanotech precision blades are extra strong, sharp and effective. These blades are strengthened with nano particles that cut dense beards with the highest precision thus deliver an extremely close, clean shave at skin level

CAN SHAVE HEAD

Philips Norelco 8900

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

ERGONOMIC HANDLE

Philips Norelco 8900

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

Yes

Well shaped ergonomic handle that makes it easy to hold while wet shaving. You won't get tired even when you shave for longer hours

Yes

Ergonomic handle with textured rubber at the back and metallic finish at the front. The textured rubber at the back ensures that the shaver does not slip-out of your hands when wet shaving in the shower

SPEED SETTINGS

Philips Norelco 8900

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

Yes

Choose from 3 comfort settings to get desired results and these include: (1) Sensitive, (2) Normal and (3) fast. The sensitive setting is for people with sensitive skins, the Normal setting is average usage and the Fast setting is for thick beards.

FULLY WASHABLE

Philips Norelco 8900

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

Yes

It is fully washable. You can clean it with running tap water and a brush. Men who love shaving while in the shower, this is the best shaver for you

Yes

Yes, it is 100% washable. You can clean shaving heads with running tap water. Very safe with water.

CLEANING MACHINE

Philips Norelco 8900

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

CHARGING TIME

Philips Norelco 8900

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

Yes

1 hour charge time. This will give you 50 minutes of shaving time

Yes

It charges fully in 60 minutes and battery life is 1 hour.

CORDLESS

Philips Norelco 8900

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

Yes

Fully cordless, it can’t work while plugged into power. Always wait for the battery to charge or opt for a quick charge

Yes

It is cordless. You can shave while on the go.

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

TYPE

Philips Norelco 8900

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

Yes

Rotary shaver with circular blades that self sharpen themselves to maintain shaver performance year after year

Yes

Rotary shaver with NanoTech precision blades that shave in a circular motion to offer you with an extremely close shave. These blades are strengthened with Nano particles that cut hair as close as possible

WIRELESS CHARGING

Philips Norelco 8900

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

Yes

You can charge its lithium-ion battery wirelessly with a Wireless Qi charging pad. This pad is included in the box - so you don't have to buy it separately. This wireless charging option sets Norelco S9000 Presitige apart. You can as well use this Wireless Qi charging pad to charge any other Qi-compliant device

MECHANISM

Philips Norelco 8900

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

Yes

This rotary shaving mechanism is made up of the following features: Track Precision Blade System, 8 Directions Contouring System and a Click-on beard styler

Yes

Its shaving system is characterised by - BeardAdapt Sensor system which auto detects beard density, NanoTech precision blades and SkinComfort rings which feature protective coating for smooth shaving, Contour detecting heads which move in 8 different directions

DISPLAY

Philips Norelco 8900

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

Yes

The LED Display will always show you battery level, when the shaver's head needs replacement and also when the travel lock is on. The main importance of a travel lock is to prevent the shaver from turning on its self by accident

Yes

Its LED digital interface will always show you battery status

BUILD UP

Philips Norelco 8900

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

Yes

Well built with ergonomic handle, Led display and very smooth shaving heads that are gentle on skin

Yes

High quality build-up. Looks better than all Norelco shavers on the market

TRIMMER

Philips Norelco 8900

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

Yes

The Smart Click Beard Styler comes with 5 built-in-length settings which you can use to trim short stubble. The rounded tips on the styler combs are designed to prevent skin irritations.

Yes

Features a SmartClick Precision Trimmer which you can use to shape your moustache or sideburn

BATTERY LIFE

Philips Norelco 8900

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

Yes

It lasts for 50 minutes and the LED display will always show you battery status

Yes

1 hour on a 60 minutes charge

ACCESSORIES

Philips Norelco 8900

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

Yes

SmartClick Beard Styler, power cord, and travel case

Yes

Precision trimmer for moustache grooming, Philips Qi Wireless Charger for effortless wireless charging, Premium Travel Case and a Skin cleansing brush for cleaning skin before shaving

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

PERFORMANCE	WINNER : Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige BEARD DENSITY SENSOR
USABILITY	WINNER : Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige SPEED SETTINGS
DESIGN	WINNER : Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige WIRELESS CHARGING

Philips Norelco 8900 VS. Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige