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Braun Series 7 vs Panasonic Arc 5 ES-LV97: what real owners say

Real owners lean toward the Panasonic Arc 5 ES-LV97: 65% of 17 owners recommend it, vs 45% of 29 for the Braun Series 7.

Verdicts aggregated from Reddit, enthusiast forums, and YouTube owner comments — affiliate reviews excluded. Sample sizes differ; judge accordingly. How we score

Braun Series 7

45%of 29 owners recommend
45% recommend · 24% neutral · 31% don't
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Panasonic Arc 5 ES-LV97

65%of 17 owners recommend
65% recommend · 11% neutral · 24% don't
Owners praise
  • Shaves closer than other electric razors owners have tried
  • Fast, quick shaves
  • Works well on face, neck, and even a bald head
Owners complain about
  • Cleaning station can stop detecting fluid and quit working
  • Larger, bulkier head takes getting used to
  • Replacement blades are pricey
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What Braun Series 7 owners say

“I have now a Trimmer and face brush. And you can buy others as per your need. But in the end, both are Saviors.”
— @ShirazAhmed82 on YouTube
“Very smooth, no wet shaver touch-ups needed at all, Very smooth finish.”
— @cowboy6591 on YouTube
“Same problem. Stoubles. I had to use a regular razor to finish the job.”
— @indiod.8038 on YouTube

What Panasonic Arc 5 ES-LV97 owners say

“Great Shaver. My head is as smooth as a peanut.”
— @jaywax on YouTube
“Just got the Arc 5 yesterday and it's amazing.”
— @erizzle67 on YouTube
“The Parasonic takes multiple laps and didnt seem to get a close shave in typical spots you mentioned”
— @WinnieTheTrain on YouTube