Philips Norelco 9700-vs-Braun Series 7 740S

COMPARISON – Philips Norelco 9700 VS. Braun Series 7 740S

WORKS WITH GEL OR FOAM

Philips Norelco 9700

Braun Series 7 740S

Yes

With its AquaTec technology shaver 9700 can be used with gel or foam. You can enjoy either a wet or dry shave at any time. The choice is yours to make basing on your skin type.

Yes

Whether you prefer wet or dry or shave with gel, this model will always offer you with great results. Men with sensitive will better results with wet shaving.

CPM

Philips Norelco 9700

Braun Series 7 740S

Yes

With its 4 synchronized shaver elements, 30000 Cuts Per Minute and 10000 micro vibrations, the shaver will capture even the shortest hairs on the skin.

CONTOUR ADAPTABILITY

Philips Norelco 9700

Braun Series 7 740S

Yes

With its pivoting head that moves up to 8 directions, it will be in position to follow all facial contours and also be in position to clean those hard-to-reach areas

Yes

With the help of 8D flexible shaver head,the shaver can reach all hard to shave areas and problematic contours without losing skin contact and ensuring that hair is removed in every single pass.

BEARD DENSITY SENSOR

Philips Norelco 9700

Braun Series 7 740S

FOR ALL SKIN TYPES

Philips Norelco 9700

Braun Series 7 740S

Yes

It is ideal for all skin types. The AquaTec technology allows you to wet shave with gel OR foam and the upgraded V Track Precision Blades that gently capture hair of any length for thorough cutting without pulling or nicking the skin.

Yes

This shaver can be used on all skin types. It has a very smooth and thin foil system which captures hair for thorough grooming. It can also be used wet or dry. Its active lift and cut blades will ensure your skin is not pulled or nicked when grooming.

WORKS ON 3 DAY STUBBLE

Philips Norelco 9700

Braun Series 7 740S

Yes

The V Track Precision Blades are in position to capture and cut 1 day up to 3 day stubble. These blades are self-sharpening to ensure premium performance day after day

Yes

Features individual floating foils and a trimmer mounted on the 8-D pivoting head which keeps skin contact shaving as close as 0.05 mm. So a short stubble of 3 days will be cleared with ease.

FLEXIBLE HEAD

Philips Norelco 9700

Braun Series 7 740S

Yes

The 3 shaving heads can move in 8 different directions following all facial contours. Guarantying you with a clean close shave

Yes

8-D flexible head follows all facial, neck and jaw line contours. You will be able to shave all difficult to shave areas including the neck.

GOOD ON THICK BEARDS

Philips Norelco 9700

Braun Series 7 740S

Yes

It can shave very thick beards using sharp V Track Precision Blades which are self sharpening. You can also set its speed to suit your best needs

Yes

Yes, it works very well on a thick beard. Its mechanism is tailored to deal with any type of beard. You can shave wet or dry.

CAN SHAVE HEAD

Philips Norelco 9700

Braun Series 7 740S

ERGONOMIC HANDLE

Philips Norelco 9700

Braun Series 7 740S

Yes

Features an ergonomic handle with a textured back for a better grip when shaving while in the shower

Yes

Braun has maintained the same design with all its Series 7 shavers so they all share the same design and ergonomic handle which features a textured rubber at the back and on the sides for extra grip while in the shower.

SPEED SETTINGS

Philips Norelco 9700

Braun Series 7 740S

Yes

Choose between 3 speed to get custom results. Normal speed, will give you a thorough shave, Fast Speed, this one will give you a quick shave, Slow speed , ideal for sensitive skins

Yes

Choose from 5 shaving modes to get custom results. These range from sensitive to turbo speed.

FULLY WASHABLE

Philips Norelco 9700

Braun Series 7 740S

Yes

It is shower proof, so you can clean it with running tap water and a brush

Yes

It is 100% washable and water proof. Can be submerged in water up to 5 meters. Easily shave while in the shower without compromising on the mechanism of the shaver.

CLEANING MACHINE

Philips Norelco 9700

Braun Series 7 740S

Yes

Comes with a Smart Clean Cleaning System which cleans charges, lubricates and dries the shaver. You should always clean your shaver after use to maintain its performance

Yes

It comes with a Clean and Charge machine. This 5 action machine hygienically cleans your shaver, charges, lubricates and dries it. All this done at the touch of a button. You will always get a reminder on when to use this station.

CHARGING TIME

Philips Norelco 9700

Braun Series 7 740S

Yes

Its Lithium Ion Battery charges fully in 60 minutes and this will give you 1 hour of shaving time

Yes

Li-Ion Battery Is Fully charged in 1 hr and this gives you 50 minutes of grooming time.

CORDLESS

Philips Norelco 9700

Braun Series 7 740S

Yes

Yes, it is a cordless rotary shaver

Yes

Fully a cordless shaver. For safety purposes, you can’t use it when its plugged into power.

TYPE

Philips Norelco 9700

Braun Series 7 740S

Yes

Rotary shaver with circular shaving blades that cut as close as possible without nicking or pulling your skin

Yes

This is a foil shaver with an 8-D pivoting head, One middle trimmer, 2 ultra-thin OptiFoils and 1 Skin guard for skin protection

WIRELESS CHARGING

Philips Norelco 9700

Braun Series 7 740S

MECHANISM

Philips Norelco 9700

Braun Series 7 740S

Yes

It's shaving system is characterized by; (1), Contour Detect Technology which follows every contour on your face and neck, (2), Flexible pivoting head which moves up to 8 directions, (3) V-Track Precision Blades which self sharpen to ensure premium performance year after year and (4) Personal Comfort Settings that enable you to customize the performance of the shaver

Yes

Its mechanism is made up of the following functions:- Intelligent Sonic technology which makes 10,000 vibrations that lift up hair for cutting and 4 synchronized cutting elements.

DISPLAY

Philips Norelco 9700

Braun Series 7 740S

Yes

Its Digital User Interface has a built-in motion sensor which displays battery level percentage, battery low indicator, travel lock indicator, replacement head indicator, and a cleaning indicator

BUILD UP

Philips Norelco 9700

Braun Series 7 740S

Yes

Well built with a LED Display, Ergonomic handle, fully water proof, Smooth shaving heads and a SmartClick Precision Trimmer which you can use to shape,groom your mustache

Yes

High quality build-up and beautiful design. The headlock will help you lock the 8-D shaver head into one favorite position.

TRIMMER

Philips Norelco 9700

Braun Series 7 740S

Yes

Comes with a SmartClick Precision Trimmer which you attach to the shaver's head. You can use this precision trimmer to trim your beard ,mustache and sideburn

Yes

Features a small pop-up trimmer on the shaver’s head for mustache and sideburn shaping.

BATTERY LIFE

Philips Norelco 9700

Braun Series 7 740S

Yes

1 hour on a 60 minutes full charge

Yes

45 minutes once fully charged for 1 hour

ACCESSORIES

Philips Norelco 9700

Braun Series 7 740S

Yes

SmartClean PLUS System, Cleaning cartridge, SmartClick precision trimmer, SmartClick cleansing brush, Power cord, and Travel case

Yes

Clean & Charge station, Travel pouch, Smartplug 100-240 Voltage and a Cleaning brush

Philips Norelco 9700

PERFORMANCE	WINNER : Braun Series 7 740S CPM
USABILITY	DRAW :
DESIGN	WINNER : Philips Norelco 9700 DISPLAY

Philips Norelco 9700 VS. Braun Series 7 740S