Philips razor 3000 series Vs. 5000 series. Which is best?

[@StephenRandall-x6s]

A few years ago I bought the 3000 series to replace the Aquatouch model I have as it was only slightly more money than replacing the blades. However after charging it several times it just did not seem as powerful and the motor sounded slower too but I didn't return it whilst in warranty. Then I tried the trimmer blade and it just would not cut . I had kept my old one so I swapped the 3000 head unit on to my Aquatouch and it was a miles better shave again so I have just bought new blade set from Argos (£20) and its like back to new again(the only thing is my old shave body was blue and the 3000 head unit is red).I am definitely not buying another 3000 series as I think the quality has gone down, and you don't even get a case or brush like on my older one! I cannot understand why a new shaver motor has less power than a few years old one...

[@vesselinkrastev]

I don't like having to swap the shaving head for the trimmer. I used to have a Braun Series 3 with a similar design. My thinking was that if it was a separate attachment, rather thatn integrated, it would be more useful. It was definitely a mistake that won't make again. Having to swap between the two was super annoying and the trimmer itself was mediocre at best. It might sound weird, but for me it's a deal-breaker. I really like the convenience of being able to flip open a trimmer attachment, cut a stray wisker and then go on shaving.

[@mgtracey]

Yep I agree, but I have to swap for ear hair attachment as well .

[@rupertbeehsley1680]

I have both of these shavers. As reported in the video, the blades needs changing at least once a year. New blades with one model will be better than old blades with the other. I can’t detect one model being better than the other when both have good blades. The blades for the 3000 cost half those of the 5000.

[@mgtracey]

Thanks for the update that’s really useful

[@ivanfrangugic8355]

The 3000 Cutters can Go into 5000? Is it worth to rreplace 40€ Blades on 80€ shaver? You can shapen Thema as well with Sand papir or thoothpaste

[@Emil.Blonsky]

Not half, but 1/3

[@surferdude4487]

If I understand your review correctly: 1) The 5000 is more bother to use because I would have to remove the head to use the trimmer. 2) The 5000 costs more 3) The blades for the 5000 cost more 4) Even though the technology for batteries has advanced by leaps and bounds, my 10 year old razor still runs just as long on a charge as a brand new 5000 Well sir, I guess I'll just buy a new set of blades for my old razor. Thanks.

[@SarahWallace-zd2wk]

Thank you for an Honest review fella I've gone for 3000 as there's a 50 quid difference for for not a lot

[@alvaritoesquivel875]

I have the 5000 and it’s great.

[@Emil.Blonsky]

And after a year of use, what prevented you from buying a new set of SH30 knives for the 3000 series razor? Is it cheaper and easier to buy a higher-end razor in the USA than just updating knives? If you just want to try out another model, I understand that.

[@jenynce]

So what’s your further verdict on series 5000 mate after having used for a while ?

[@mgtracey]

Yes, I really like it, but I did have to swap over from new blades after 12 months

[@jahol8746]

Hi thanks for the review I'm deciding which Philips shavers to buy the 3000 or the 5000 how is it after 3 months?

[@mgtracey]

I do like the 5000 the only problem I’m having with it is Just how sensitive the blue on off Button is. so just in the course of shaving as you do the Rota shaving action and you move the razor you keep touching the button and turning off the razor 🪒 and then have to turn it on again so that button is just a bit too sensitive I’ve done that the quality to shave is 👍 great

[@jahol8746]

@@mgtracey hi thanks for the update I will take on board your assessment all the best and happy shaving everyone

[@Budibelo-r4l]

❤good 👍👍👍

[@amirprog]

Does philips SH98 razors fits this 5000 series shaver?

[@mgtracey]

Nope 👎

[@dariomarjanovic8035]

Series 5000 cost 20 euro match then from Series 3000. Worth it the money?

[@mgtracey]

Yes better battery life and smoother shave 🪒

[@31ernest]

Both batteries are not replaceable. It last about a year. So not wise to spend too much. It needs shouldering to replace the batteries. Not everyone can do it.

[@jo9732]

How are these units holding up?

[@mgtracey]

Batteries Ok but really you need new blades after 14 months. They seem so expensive !

[@michelrissotto8799]

Bro yo tengo la Philips 1000

[@markrochford897]

I thought they said blades weee self sharpening

[@mgtracey]

Nope they deffo aren’t!

[@markrochford897]

@@mgtracey thanks

[@franklin.kaaron]

How much does it cost please

[@mgtracey]

It’s currently £87, which is less than a half price on Amazon. Here is a link. amzn.to/3YcIDxR

[@drewgilker417]

nice work thanks

[@chirawanphung]

I bought the 3000 less than 3 months ago. Verdict: pretty useless and cheaply made. To achieve a close shave takes 30 minutes. It is very fragile and made of flimsy materials. The spring catch is held in place by a very weak plastic protrusion and that plastic has sheared so now the catch does not hold the head in place reliably. I don’t hold out much hope for other aspects of the shaver. Although the Braun I have is an equally ineffective shaver, at least it has lasted almost ten years without issues. Being German the Braun is well engineered and durable.

[@danielosdinia4258]

I just bought a 5000 one around a couple of hours ago and wondering if I can use it under the shower? Anyone please

[@BB-nb6in]

Yes mate

[@silverfido069]

Have you had any issues with it not turning on? I think mine is defective 😮‍💨 I hold the button down in case the travel lock is engaged but nothing 😅

[@wilsonyudistyra4252]

I want asking you question, can you put razor 5000 in 3000 series?

[@mgtracey]

yes you can but probably not financially a great option.

[@belmontevito]

seems every new model uses cheaper materials

[@陳張雅珍]

你買到假貨了，原廠都要附旅行收納盒

[@javierherrera5995]

Infinitamente mejor la 5000, tengo las 2.....

[@mgtracey]

You’re absolutely right and in many reviews even at the end of 2024 it still comes out as the best razor on the market and a fraction of the cost of some of the top models

[@Emil.Blonsky]

No, that's not quite true. The 5000 series knives are better than the 3000 series knives only in that they allow you to achieve the desired result in a little less time, but they are many times more expensive and their original is more difficult to find. I think the 3000 series is preferable, because it is more economical and simpler, the result is the same.

[@Emil.Blonsky]

No, that's not quite true. The 5000 series knives are better than the 3000 series knives only in that they allow you to achieve the desired result in a little less time, but they are many times more expensive and their original is more difficult to find. I think the 3000 series is preferable, because it is more economical and simpler, the result is the same.

[@chirawanphung]

I bought the 3000 less than 3 months ago. Verdict: pretty useless and cheaply made. To achieve a close shave takes 30 minutes. It is very fragile and made of flimsy materials. The spring catch is held in place by a very weak plastic protrusion and that plastic has sheared so now the catch does not hold the head in place reliably. I don’t hold out much hope for other aspects of the shaver. Although the Braun I have is an equally ineffective shaver, at least it has lasted almost ten years without issues. Being German the Braun is well engineered and durable. The Philips is flimsy by comparison.

[@neilmansfield8329]

this is rweeific