Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige vs Braun Series 9 Pro

A head-to-head or should I say shaver-to-shaver battle between the Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige and the Braun Series 9 Pro. Both are fantastic shavers. Both provide a close and comfortable shave. Watch as I shave half my face with each shaver. The see which one I prefer. The surprising winner is the Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige. I felt the S9000 Prestige got a better shave around my cheek bones and neck. Plus, the S9000 Prestige also provided a closer shave.
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[@olivierstultiens]

I see some people hating on Philips for some reason. I’ve had my s9000 prestige for 4 years. Never had a problem. Shaves super close. And not a lot of irritation.

[@ShaverDude]

I just discovered the S9000 Prestige this year, and I am very impressed.

[@SuperAcetate]

The problem is that Phillips only sells the knives without the whole head including the bottom part, this creates a problem because the bottom part and the top cover inside which the knives are located wear out over time. In addition, the last time I ordered knives (from AliExpress) they arrived dry. Where do you order a new razor head when they wear out? How do you keep them cutting smoothly? Is there any spray or is the cleaning car enough for you?

[@Carrinthe]

I started my electric shaving journey with a few Brauns and at a certain moment switched to Philips and never looked back. For me Philips shavers have some distinct advantages over Braun. Firstly, for my heavier beard grow rotary Philips shavers give better results especially in the more challenging areas like the neck and the jaw. Probably results vary person to person. Secondly, Philips shaving heads last for many many years,much longer than the recommended two years. Currently I have a shaver with heads 11 years old used daily with quite heavy beard grow and only now I was thinking of replacing the heads although it still delivers decent results. I finally decided to upgrade to this newest S9000 shaver. With Braun the foil really did last 2 years max before you got holes and you immediately have to replace them otherwise you will cut yourself. Thirdly, Philips rotary shavers are way more silent compared to Braun shavers. It isn't even close. For me who sometimes has to get up for work at 3 am this is a great advantage. Lastly, It is my experience Philips shavers just keep working. I still have my first Philips shaver as a backup at my girlfriends house and it's at least 25 years old, probably older with only the heads replaced once. It still holds a charge for multiple shaves, it still works perfectly fine and my teenage stepson uses it regularly when he can't find his own shaver in his mess. He thinks I didn't notice 😅 Yeah, I'm definitely team Philips 👍

[@ShaverDude]

Thanks for that. I do think the Philips covered the neck better than the Brauns.I hear complaints on both sides for longevity. Some people have great luck with the same Braun for years and some people have Norelcos that last forever.

[@rehab2see]

Thank you for making this video. Very helpful.

[@ShaverDude]

you are most welcome

[@oriontechtips1980]

Just the video I was looking for!

[@ShaverDude]

Glad I can help. thanks for the comment

[@oriontechtips1980]

@@ShaverDude I’m in the market for a new electric shaver, would you say the best one to get with the closest shave would be the Phillips series 9000 prestige?

[@ShaverDude]

@@oriontechtips1980 yes it gets as close as a blade (maybe closer), and there is a great sale at Amazon currently amzn.to/3yFnKnb As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

[@oriontechtips1980]

@@ShaverDude good to know! Thank you! Do I need to use the cleaning station or is it OK if I just use water?

[@ShaverDude]

@@oriontechtips1980 I have all the cleaning stations, and I have never used them.

[@Memefiend]

Just bought my dad the 7000 model as amazon has a sale on them right now with beard trimmer attachment, cleaning pod, stand and even the cleaning solution really premium shaver, was originally planning to get the s9000 model but the discount was too good to pass haha. Love the videos keep them coming!

[@ShaverDude]

Thank you

[@crystalesfuxias]

I have a Philips 9721/89 with the new sh91 blades that are also from the prestige and the BRAUN s9 9345s and the BRAUN in the daily shave and in fine soft skin and fine hair definitely offers a more flush shave durable and sharp

[@ShaverDude]

@@crystalesfuxias everyone's face is different But the S9000 prestige is more than just the blades, the surface of the head is different so it glides smoother

[@crystalesfuxias]

Also the triangular head is huge and very difficult to maneuver more than anything on the upper lip the sideburns and behind the ears. In addition, rotary discs cut further from the skin than BRAUN sheets.

[@crystalesfuxias]

I’m thinking of bringing the Philips prestige s9886/89 on Amazon, but I don’t know if it surpasses my s9721/89 by far with the sh91/52 blades

[@crystalesfuxias]

Also the triangular head is huge and very difficult to maneuver more than anything on the upper lip the sideburns and behind the ears. In addition, rotary discs cut further from the skin than BRAUN sheets.

[@ShaverDude]

I think the S9000 Prestige gets closer than my Braun Series 9 Pro. I agree, the pentagonal head of the Norelco's are difficult to navigate.

[@crystalesfuxias]

I’m thinking of bringing the Philips prestige s9886/89 on Amazon, but I don’t know if it surpasses my s9721/89 by far with the sh91/52 blades

[@mamabear3616]

Good video. Thank you

[@ShaverDude]

You are welcome, thanks for watching and commenting

[@Eltonlaleham]

These electric shavers are awesome in billions of ways

[@ShaverDude]

@@Eltonlaleham agreed, and I think both of these are Elite Level shavers. I just think the S9000 Prestige has a slight lead.

[@DunSety]

good video thx

[@PbcMr]

Interesting, have always been a Braun guy. But on my Series 9 the power button just popped off and have had it about 3 years or so, so considering looking around. Surprised to hear it's a closer shave, most reviews say the rotary's are not as close? Also, how is it when shaving near your side burns? I can usually get a clean cut up to the side burn with the Braun, so am concerned about using a rotary. Not even sure how I'd shave a straight line? Are you still using the Norelco as your daily?

[@ShaverDude]

When I am not shooting a Shaver Dude video, I use the S9000 Prestige. The low end rotary shavers do not shave as close as the foil shavers, but I think the mid-range and high-end rotary shavers are as close as the foil shavers. About the side burns, just move the shaver left-right and it will do pretty well. I struggle most with the rotary shavers under my nose, but I just hold the Philips Norelco horizontal and that appears to work.

[@valueink]

I prefer Philips solely for the lower noise sound alone. I have the 5000 series and still gives me a razor close shave in less than 2 min. I imagine this is even more efficient with the more powerful motor and two tracks of cutting blades on each head vs one on the 5000 series. Life's Way channel has a very good video on how to properly shave with the Philips shavers. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j33MkGeuitCEjJY

[@ShaverDude]

Yes, the S9000 is a very close shave

[@toddd7444]

buy at Costco

[@ShaverDude]

if that is where you want to buy, great, I like Costco too

[@toddd7444]

just a poor guy from Detroit

[@patison001]

mr Shaver Dude, I want the best speed and comfort in shaving. I dry shave every day or every two days. What shaver will be the best? s9 pro or old S9000 Prestige?

[@ravanazzzzz]

Hey, thanks for the comparison! What shaver do you recon shaves the fastest? Is there a notable difference in speed (or how many times you have to re-do the same area to get it all)?

[@ShaverDude]

I think the S9000 Prestige

[@wmalden]

Cheek bone? That is your jaw bone.

[@ShaverDude]

Ever since you left this comment, I have been trying to correct myself...lol....Jaw bone...Jaw bone...not cheek bone

[@DunSety]

i am so sad what i dont find this video before buying braun s9 pro+ instead philips 5000 which shave my last 2 yrs, bcs philips shave better and sounds quiet i just lose my money...

[@DunSety]

@@waynea4651 i live in Russia and we cant return as i think)

[@wmalden]

Braun=BROWN.

[@ShaverDude]

I think they are pronounced slightly different.

[@Bodom92]

@@ShaverDudeGerman speaker here. Braun is the equivalent of brown in English and is pronounced exactly the same.

[@HowdyDo2]

I like rotary shavers but Norelco's are junk. They only work for 2 years before dying. My 7 year old Braun still works fine.

[@nicmate2543]

I still have Norelco 12xx 3d touch for 12yrs with only one time blade exchange but since is obsolite purchased s9000 prestige which is a big time garbage…Norelco sucks this days with this new machines…I want the old 3d touch back 😢

[@ShaverDude]

sorry, to hear that, some Norelco's last years

[@ShaverDude]

sorry to hear that, I really like the S9000 Prestige

[@HowdyDo2]

@@ShaverDude The S9000 is a nice razor, but ..... don't expect it to last for even 2 years.

[@olivierstultiens]

@@HowdyDo2I’ve had mine for 4 years. Still works fine. No problems with the s9000 prestige on my side. I use it often and gets the job done every time.