Braun Series 9-9330s Men's Rechargeable Wet & Dry Electric Foil Shaver with Stand

I tried to give the Series 9 some time and get used to a new way of shaving but after three months or so I can't give it a satisfactory review. It just leaves too many whiskers and I have to go back over it with a straight blade. Very frustrating because I wanted to end the repeated purchase of expensive, disposable blades and be free to shave anywhere. This shaver cost a ton of money too.

I bought the Braun Series 9 sport shaver a week ago and I can tell you, without question, I will be returning it. I've been consistently using Braun shavers, since at least 2008, because I felt the premium prices were worth the premium quality of the product and superior shave. However, the Series 9 (and any similar design) have changed my mind. The difference in design between my Series 5 and the Series 9 (shown in the pictures) is a laundry list of cutting corners. The internal difference in the blades didn't affect the quality of the shave, based on my own experimentation. However, the series 9 clearly has more possible points of failure. The plastic attachment pieces on the housing, the plethora of moving parts in the assembly itself, and no reasonable ability to clean it without immersing it in water, all make for a less resilient product. Further, the cost for a replacement assembly on series 9, as compared to the blade and cover for the series 5, is vastly higher. I'm sure this is good for Braun, but definitely not for the customer. Further, the trimmer on the back is noticeably less capable (shown in the photos below). Both the size and the cutting capability for the series 9 have been diminished. The series 9 cuts so poorly, it was pulling hairs on my face! The worst part is that the trimmer doesn't seem to be broken. It's just a shoddy product. I may give your razors another try in the future, but you've convinced me to check out other razors for the moment. This razor is pretty, for sure, but pretty is not the reason I buy a razor. Please, focus on quality again.

Sounds like my power button lasted longer than most - it fell off after 3 years and seeing the reviews stating that they sent theirs in for repair and had it happen again makes me skeptical about having the repair done

I've been using Braun/Eltron shavers since the 1980's, but in the last several years Braun went to much larger shaving heads which makes it difficult to shave/shave around if you have a beard, goatee, mustache, etc. Plus, the trimmer cutter isn't as good as they used to be either. Hey Braun, here's an idea for you, introduce a classic version like the old 8595 or 7680...you'd sell a boat loa of them.

I bought this razor a few years ago and it works great but near two years in the power button broke off. I had to ship it off and got it replaced but now a year later, the same thing has happened again. I don't drop the razor or do anything but use it daily for shaving. Seems like there must be a defect with how the power button attaches. I had a Norelco before this one that lasted over 10 years with no issues.

I have used Braun shavers for decades but I really love the 9. I actually enjoy shaving with it. I was surprised to see such poor reviews. Definitely not my experience at all. The foil broke kind of early on so I did have to replace it but that didn’t bother me. I also love the clean and charge station. That works very well.

Looked forward to buying a Braun series 9 razor. Must be the Cadillac of electric razors. Boy was I wrong. From day one this razor did not shave as well as my old Norelco. Doesn't give a close shave and beard clippings fall out on your shirt as you shave.

I bought a Series 8 about 4 years ago. Best shave I ever got from an electric razor. After a year, though, the charging cord light came on and razor would not operate. Unable to find the receipt to send for repairs, I ended up buying a Series 9. Still great shave, but 9 months later, same issue with cord light. Two more occurrences of this issue within the warranty period. Foolishly, I decided to try once more, and bought another series 9 last August. Today, the cord warning light came on. Ironically, all 3 razors were never plugged in; only used the clean and charge station. Sorry Braun, despite the great shave, I need a more reliable product

So I've only used it twice both times in the shower. One was just on wet skin and it did a good job. The second time I used shaving gel and it's the closest most comfortable shave I' ever gotten period!

I am on my fourth Braun shaver in about 30 years. The first and cheapest, was by far the best shave and longest lasting. ( I was a Norelco man) Each subsequent razor does not do well on my LIGHT beard. Even with a new cutter, it does not cut well. I think I have a series 6. I am tempted on the Series 9 but I am not sold.

I bought a series 7 to replace my triple head razor. I wasn't happy with the series 7 at all so I traded up for the 9. I don't shave every day so when I do, there is some stubble. The 7 just didn't cut it, literally. I would have to go over and over the multiple times. This is the first electric razor that I have used that can handle my tough beard with a few days growth with minimal effort. It appears well built. I like the fact that this comes with the trimmer built in and not a separate attachment like the 7.

This was just what he was wanting. It is a bit loud though,

It works really really good. I love this razor. I would recommend this to my friend

After reading the reviews here, I've decided to keep using my Braun series 3 as long as I can.

Braun has replaced the razor still when shaving can't get close shave and leaves hair all over sink this is junk don't waste your money.

There is nothing complicated about an electric shaver but the directions leave much to be desired. There is a switch above the power button. I can push it up or down and can tell no difference in the shaver one way or another. What does it do? The pictures that come with it mean nothing. The edger pops up but how do you get it to work? It just pops up with no movement. What turns it on? Why make something simple to be difficult? More info on the powercase would be be helpful. Does it have to be plugged in or does it have a battery in it that holds a long charge? Simple details would be helpful to understand the product better.

I bought my first Braun Series 9 in 2018. It had the best shave I had experienced to that time and was very happy. But within 2 years, the attachments for the head on the base unit broke down and started to cut into my face while shaving. I had replaced the head once during the time I owned that particular series and initially thought I just needed to replace the head again but then found that the actual unit was causing the problem. I replaced that unit with a Series9 93xxcc Model 5793 in June of 2020. The on/off switch broke within the year but was easily replaced. I had to replace the head in August of 2021 (earlier than the expected 18 month replacement). I then replaced the head again in August, 2022, again nearly 6 months short of the expected 18 months. Shortly thereafter, the unit became much noisier than usual. (These are not quiet machines!) The noise continued to increase and I began to have more difficulty getting the shave I was used to. Three months to the day after I purchased the new head I did some extra investigating and found that one of the four small springs in the head had come loose with the attachment on the head having broken off. I think that only a part of the head has been functioning as expected leading to prolonged shaving times and the extra noise. I have now had to order a new head only 3 months after replacement! This gets a bit pricey. The other slightly irritating issue I have is that the replacement cartridges for the C&C unit rarely last even 3 weeks . . . significantly less than advertised. In summary, a great shave but don't expect to get the same life out of your shaver as advertised. The durability of the products have not been what I expected from Braun. You will need to budget a little extra if you want the shave that the Braun Series 9 can deliver (or look for alternatives).

I purchased the series 9 a few weeks ago. I was surprised that there was no plastic cap for the shaving head. This is a delicate part of the unit and does deserve more protection. Why is the cleaning bath necessary when you can simply run itbunder water to clean?

I have used this shaver only twice. Both times dry, once after 3 days of not shaving, once after on day. Shaver is noisy, but the shave is smooth. After 3 days takes a long time. You have to passed on your face several times. If you shave couple of times a week this is not the right shaver. Don't cut the fine hairs on the neck. Curvature of the shaving head dose not allow to reach under the nose. But you can use the trimmer. Trimmer width is too narrow and too close to shaver head. This shaver is not for traveling. Cleaning part to bulky and cleaning solution can not be put in carrying case (TSA), so you need to carry a suite case and pay extra, unless you are travelling first class. No plastic cover for shaving head, but carrying case quite good and sturdy. A plastic cap can be produced in China for about 50 cents. Consumables. Require cleaning solution and lubricant oil. All extra expenses. This a good shaver, but not suitable if you travel and if you don't mind the bulky cleaning and consumable. They don't want to sell just a shaver, but also a steady income stream by selling consumable.

The entire design is off. The thumb rests on the shaving head lock/release slider and the setting is forever changed during a regular shave. Shaving quality is pitiful. For the cost, I really wanted to like it but I ultimately hate this razor. I keep it and my rotary razor both on the counter next to each other and when I need a clean, close shave I have to fail back to the Norelco rotary. Big loss on this investment