Electric Razor for Men, Waterproof Foil Shaver, Series 9 Pro 9477cc, Wet & Dry Shave, with Portable Charging Case, ProLift Beard Trimmer, 5-in-1 Cleaning & Charging SmartCare Center, Silver

Due to sensitive skin, I haven't used a disposable razor for decades. For most of that time, any inexpensive electric razor worked adequately, but as my beard turned grey I had more and more issues shaving these thicker bristly white hairs. Over the last decade or so I've pretty much given up on shaving at all (except for using hair clippers to keep it short) despite buying multiple razors and hoping for a good shave. For the longest time, I used a Panasonic ES8103 that left me with a shave that wasn't so good even after passing over the same area 10-20 times. I then tried a Norelco OneBlade which actually worked ok but was comparatively messy and the blades only worked well for a short time and then required more passes to get a progressively poorer shave. And finally, the biggest waste of money was the Norelco Series 5000 which refused to shave my beard from day one. Even after a continuous 15 minutes of running it over my face still felt rough and numerous stubborn hairs remained here and there. On top of that, it was very difficult to reassemble after taking it apart to clean. I finally decided to buy the best-rated razor on the market which was the Braun Series 9. I did not have any great expectations but was pleasantly surprised. Even with fairly long stubble as my clippers don't cut very close the razer gave me a close shave after just one or two passes over any one area. The final result left my face smooth to the touch; a much closer shave than I've ever gotten from an electric razor. This razor is absurdly expensive, but if you can't get a good shave from a cheaper model certainly give it a try. As far as the cleaner that comes with this model, it does appear to work as intended, although I will have to use it longer before I can decide if it is just a gimmick or not. If you travel a lot the case that contains an external battery should be great but I probably will use it only rarely. My only complaint is that the instructions are completely useless. There are pages of pictograms that I couldn't make any sense of. I had to go only to find a review that covered the same information using words. Edit added after 2 months of use: I don't really have much to say about the performance of the razor as it continues to shave remarkably well. My only developing concerns are in regard to cleaning. The head contains some intricate parts many of which cannot be reached with the small brush provided and I don't think it was designed to be disassembled. This makes getting the version with the cleaning station almost obligatory. While it works pretty well this bulky device isn't perfect. Not only is some manual cleaning required it becomes necessary to clean the cleaning device as well. So far everything remains clean enough using the cleaner with some manual cleaning but if you have OCD it will probably drive you nuts that it is difficult if not impossible to get everything inside the razor perfectly clean.

Even an agent of chaos appreciates the fine art of a clean cut—and the Braun Electric Razor Series 9 Pro 9477cc is the paramount tool for transforming rugged savagery into sleek sophistication. This electric foil shaver has it all: performance, precision, and a touch of elegance that even someone like me can admire. First, let's talk about that wet and dry versatility. Whether you enjoy the refreshing splash of water with your shave or prefer to keep things dry and tidy, this razor adapts. A simple twist of fate—or rather, your wrist—and you're gliding this marvel over your skin, leaving nothing but smoothness in its wake. The waterproof design makes it perfect for a shower shave—ideal for cleaning up bloody messes, one might say. The ProLift Beard Trimmer is where the true brilliance lies. It powers through even the thickest, most unruly patches as if they were mere whispers of hair. The Pro technology lifts and trims in one seamless motion, ensuring no hair is left behind. It’s almost poetic in its efficiency, much like a well-executed plan. Now, the 5-in-1 Cleaning & Charging SmartCare Center—oh, what a masterpiece of maintenance! This smart hub keeps your razor impeccably clean, lubricated, and charged. One-button cleaning means even the laziest of us can maintain our tools in top condition. It’s like having a personal groomer at your beck and call, ensuring your razor is always ready for action. And did I mention the portable charging case? Perfect for the on-the-go mayhem makers. Need a quick trim before a spontaneous escapade? No problem—your razor stays powered and pristine, ready to deliver a swift, close shave anytime, anywhere. Pros: Wet and dry shaving versatility Waterproof design ProLift Beard Trimmer for efficient, close trimming 5-in-1 Cleaning & Charging SmartCare Center Portable charging case for on-the-go convenience Cons: Premium price point, but worth every cent for the performance Five stars for the Braun Electric Razor Series 9 Pro 9477cc. It’s more than a razor; it’s a symphony of sophistication and power, delivering a shave that’s as smooth as a perfectly executed plan. Whether you’re a civilized gentleman or a chaotic enigma like myself, this razor will keep you looking sharp and refined. So, indulge in a touch of class, and let the carnage begin with a flawlessly smooth face

Both the shaver and the replacement head are excellent products. I get a close shave with no burns. Shaving is fast and comfortable.

I've had a Braun foil shaver for about 10 years, figured it's about time for an upgrade. The travel charging case is neat... pretty sizable, but certainly will protect the shaver as well as keep it charged. I've never had my old shaver go dead on me during a trip, but I seldom travel for more than a week at a time. I suppose it could happen. The shaver itself works well. Familiar, but nicer than my old one. The old shaver has NEVER had its foil or blades replaced, so I'm not surprised that the new one shaves faster & closer. The only negative, and the reason for 4 stars instead of 5, is that the "Cleaning fluid" in the box had all leaked out... it's some sort of solvent-based so it had all evaporated; the shaver itself worked fine. Amazon offers to "Exchange" but you can't exchange for the exact same thing, and since I'm leaving on a trip soon I didn't want to bother with return & re-buy. I got extra containers of fluid with the shaver, so I'll just crack that open.

I have had electric shavers from Braun, “Company N,” and “Company R.” In fact, until the subject of this review, I had owned only one Braun shaver, a Series 7 that lasted for sixteen years – until I dropped it onto a concrete floor from a considerable height, and it still worked even then, albeit taped together. In this state it nevertheless gave a closer shave than the others, and so it made sense to replace it with another Braun. And here we are. The Braun Series 9 Pro is available in a bewildering range of SKUs. This one (9974cc) is a notch below the top of the line, as it does not have the separate beard-trimming attachment…because I don’t have a beard. But it does have the charging/cleaning station (the “SmartCare Center”), and it does have the “PowerCase,” which I call the “charging casket,” which allows many days’ away-from-home charging without any electrical connection. So, what’s it like to live with one of these things? I’ve had this one for several months, and I held back on writing this review until I had run through seven refill cleaning cartridges; this is important, because it’s an ongoing cost. Here’s the lifestyle, and the cost breakdown. Now, I know that some owners try to stretch the life of a cartridge – the chief consumable – by cleaning only infrequently, but I vote the other way: I typically clean/charge the shaver after every use (if not on the road), so my usage rate and cost numbers here are conservative. As of this writing, I’ve had the shaver for just shy of seven months and have recorded the rate at which I’m replacing the cleaning cartridges. How long does a cartridge last? In my use, the first cartridge went 19 shaves (I assume this was a break-in period), while the other six managed 22 or 23 shaves each, with an average of 22.8. Call it 23. As I write, a pack of six cartridges costs 32 dollars; therefore, we might say that those six cartridges would give 6x23=138 shaves, for a cost of 23.2 cents per shave, which is effectively 23.2 cents per day in my use of the cleaning cartridges. But to be complete, we must add in the cost of replacement shaver heads; these should be replaced annually, or even, as it says on the package, every 18 months, but I have long been in the habit of replacing them twice a year, in June and December. Currently, a Series 9 shaver head costs 70 dollars. Dividing that by half a year’s 182.5 days gives an additional 38.4 cents per shave, for a total of 61.6 cents per shave. But as I say, most users will probably replace the shaver head only annually, and many will try to stretch the cleaning cartridges. To this last point, I should warn that going two or more shaves between cleanings will cause the clean/charge station to kick into a “higher gear” at the next use, running a longer cycle and using more fluid, because it will sense the need for additional cleaning time. When used daily in 24-hour cycles, the shortest cleaning cycle is triggered – i.e., only one of the three “Cleaning Program” lights is lit. In some instances (weekends), I have delayed the next shave for an additional half-day, and in those cases, two lights have lit, and the cleaner runs for a longer time. In one instance only – after several days away, using the “casket” for charging – were all three lights and the longest cleaning cycle triggered. And it was long indeed. What this means is that cleaning the shaver every *other* day probably won’t make the cartridge last twice as long, because each cleaning will use more fluid. One reaches a point of diminishing returns. Me, I’d rather have a clean shaver head every day. There are other places in life where one might better save a few pennies. I can say further that this Series 9 machine is a bit more “thirsty” than my long-lived Series 7 Braun. That one would reliably go 25-27 cleanings per cartridge. (Observer: “You must be an engineer.” Me: “What gave it away?”) On the favorable side, the new Braun is much more quiet than the old one, both in use up near one’s ears and in the charger during the cleaning cycle. I can’t say that the old one caused me permanent hearing loss, but I did wonder from time to time. This new one is a mere hummer by comparison. The product descriptions for the many Braun SKUs are liberally supplied with photos, so I have added only three here. The first shows what comes in the kit, including the documentation. (But I neglected to include a cleaning cartridge in the pic; rest assured, it includes your first one.) The second picture shows the shaver in the “charging casket.” I used this on a road trip, and it has far more re-charging capacity than I needed over those several days. The third photo shows the proprietary power chord/DC adapter. The kit includes just one of these. In normal use it will be plugged into the cleaning/charging station; or it can charge the shaver directly; or it can charge the road-trip “casket” before and after a journey. Pick any one at a given time. About the documentation: You get a booklet for the shaver and another for the charging station, plus the separate cartoon strip which tells you not to put a wet-used shaver into the charging station; dry it first. (I have tried wet-shaving and find no advantage but much extra cleanup time, so I don’t care about this). The booklets both rely mainly on pictorials, with a minimum of text…except for the Safety Warnings which nobody reads; these gripping details are provided in English, French, and Spanish. That’s the world we live in, I suppose. Hey, where does all this come from? Turns out this product is a Citizen of the World. The shaver itself, and the Series 9 replacement heads (“94M”) are made in Germany; the clean/charge base station is made in Hungary; the on-the-road charging casket is made in China; and the cleaning cartridges are made in…Ireland? Well, I’ll be darned. User tip: After each shave, you can extend the life of your cleaning cartridge by simply popping off the shaver head and blowing out the whiskers and skin shards from it and from the shaver head mount. That’s probably 90% of what’s left after a shave. Takes only seconds.

The Series 9 Pro Electric Shaver with PowerCase, 9477cc is an impressive grooming tool that delivers a close and comfortable shave every time. This top-of-the-line shaver is packed with advanced features and technologies that make it a standout choice for anyone looking for a premium shaving experience. One of the standout features of the Series 9 Pro is its powerful motor, which allows the shaver to effortlessly glide over your skin, even in hard-to-reach areas. This makes for a smooth and comfortable shave that leaves your skin feeling soft and smooth. Another great feature of this shaver is its PowerCase. The PowerCase not only protects and stores your shaver, but it also charges it while it's not in use. This means you never have to worry about your shaver running out of juice when you need it most. The Series 9 Pro also comes with five cutting elements, including two specialized trimmers that capture more hair with each stroke. This means you can get a closer shave with fewer passes, which is great for anyone with sensitive skin. In addition to its powerful motor and advanced cutting elements, the Series 9 Pro also features a flexible head that adapts to the contours of your face, neck, and jawline. This allows for a more precise and comfortable shave, even in tricky areas like under the nose or around the chin. Overall, the Series 9 Pro Electric Shaver with PowerCase, 9477cc is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a high-quality grooming tool. Its advanced features, powerful motor, and comfortable design make it a standout option for anyone who values a close and comfortable shave. I have been using another brand for several years and this brand is bar far the best brand, I have use to date and will now be a customer for life. It’s outstanding and I highly recommend this Braun 9477cc Just note I have not been paid to write this review nor have I received any type of compensation of any kind and I am not affiliated with Braun or an employee. I am just a regular consumer or purchased the Braun 9477cc for the first time and I am very impressed with it that I had to write this review and once again I HIGHLY RECOMMEND the BRAUN 9477cc

EDIT: I was still never able to get in contact with Braun customer support. Amazon customer service came to the rescue so huge shout out to them for the help. But seriously, it’s ridiculous to spend so much to get a name brand product (rather than no-name Chinese knockoff) expecting to have that support from the manufacturer and not be able to get it. I bought this thinking I would get something good for the excessive amount of money I'd be spending on it rather than a cheaper one. The shaver itself seems to work great, though I do still get slight nicks and irritation from sensitive skin on my neck. My issue with this is that not even a month after setting up the cleaning station and only using it a few times the cleaning station has stopped working entirely and will not even turn on at this point. That wouldn't be such a huge problem if I wasn't outside the return period and could actually get in touch with customer service. Braun customer service is absolutely impossible to get in touch with. If you can their phone number DURING THEIR POSTED HOURS, you get a message saying they're not available. The message said that they are not available and to call after 2PM EST......it was 2:36PM EST when I called. Their chat option just says they're all busy chatting. This has been going on for over a week now. So at this point, I've got a useless cleaning stand for my shaver and no customer service to get a replacement. A complete waste of almost $300. Well known name brand does not mean good product/warranty/customer service.

My original series 9 messed up, it kept turning on & off on its own at between 3 & 4 years of use. So, I purchased this to replace it & therefore feel I can compare the two models well. The series 9 Pro doesn’t feel quite as high-end as my old series 9 in the hand, yet I prefer the Pro 9 better overall. I used to accidentally lock the head of the old model all the time being the switch was huge & right where your thumb naturally lands when holding it, so the new design is far better. The 9Pro seems to cut faster and smoother than the previous model so I’m very pleased with that. Though I have sensitive skin with regards to shaving, the old 9 was always good to my skin, but the 9 pro is even easier on the face even though it seems more aggressive at cutting faster, not easy to pull off, I’m sure. The 9 pro does seem to cut any stubborn longer hairs that lay flat better, so that part of the new long hair cutter works better. The cleaning station is the same, & has always done an excellent job. I don’t feel there’s any difference in the sideburn trimmer, it’s fine. The new travel case is excellent! Very high quality & a nice thought. I travel internationally & really appreciate this touch. So, all in all, I’m very pleased & can recommend the pro 9. I hope it lasts longer than my previous model, however, as it’s not cheap, but worth the money in my opinion.

So far so good. Previously owned a top of the line Philips rotary blade shaver which stopped charging. It lasted around 4 or so years. I was initially going to buy another Philips unit but decided to do some research and see what other options were out there. After a couple of months of research I narrowed it down to the Braun Series 9 Pro 9477cc, the Panasonic Arc5 or Arc6 and the Philips S9000 Prestige. The travel charging case is what sold me on the Braun. I’ve used it three times since I bought it. Twice on my face and once on my head. Very happy with the closeness of the shave and how quickly it got the job done. Each shave was with 2 days stubble which is quite coarse. I was concerned with the switch to foils whether this would cause me any discomfort. I’m pleased to say this is mot the case. It’s a very comfortable shave albeit much noisier than my previous shaver. The instructions are just illustrations. If I’m paying for your best product I expect much better. This would probably be my only gripe so far though.

Buen producto

I recently purchased this Braun shaver, and it works great! The quality is top-notch—it’s durable, well-designed, and provides a smooth, comfortable shave every time. It’s easy to use and clean, making it a convenient addition to my grooming routine. I’m really happy with this purchase and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a reliable and high-quality shaver.

Works great! I take it to my trips. Battery last long time.

La Braun serie 9 PRO, es la mejor rasuradora. Rasura al ras y no deja irritación cómo otras. Se puede usar con la piel mojada, con espuma para afeitar y también en seco, en cualquier caso el rasurado es excelente. Es totalmente impermeable, se puede enjuagar toda la máquina sin ningún problema. Una carga de batería le dura aproximadamente diez dias, dependiendo del uso. Su diseño y materiales son increíbles, totalmente premium. Recomiendo comprarla con la estación de limpieza. En mi caso yo la limpio en la estación de limpieza una vez a la semana, los demás días la limpio con agua, le pongo aceite o algún producto para la limpieza, cómo el "Andis Cool Care" spray que desinfecta y lubrica.