Braun Series-7 790cc

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Full Review of the Braun Series-7 790cc Shaver

I think Braun took a long hard look at some of the crucial flaws in their Series 5 shavers and not only rectified them in the 790CC-3 but actually perfected them. Nice! The Braun 790CC-3 is one of those unique shavers that go above and beyond, offering a shaving experience that just about cuddles your face.

Perfection embodied

The genius of the Braun 790CC-3 lies both in its internal and external design. Externally, its ergonomic shape comfortably sits in your hand, evenly distributing the weight of the shaver. Right, that is box number one ticked.

Internally, the Braun 790CC-3 combines intelligence with a clear understanding of market needs. A trimmer, commonly referred to as a “Power Comb” or formerly labeled “ActiveLift” by Braun, has been added between the OptiFoil foils. This Power Comb moves 130 times per second and works to raise flat and angulated facial hairs in hard to reach areas so that no hair is left behind. The Power Comb is not a new addition to Braun shavers and I am sure you will remember my scathing review of the Power Comb in the 590CC-3, however Braun seem to have got it right in the 790CC-3.

In addition to this, the Braun 790CC-3 features a nifty feature called Sonic Technology which effectively means that the shaver delivers 10,000 micro-vibrations per stroke, massaging your skin as it moves. This in turn allows a smooth and more comfortable shave….goodbye skin irritation. That is box number two ticked!

It goes without saying that this shaver smoothly pivots along the contours of your face but I just wanted to mention it just in case you were wondering.

Shaver settings

The Braun 790CC-3 interestingly comes with three different shaving modes – a feature unique to Series 7 shavers. The settings are “Sensitive”, “Normal” and “Intensive” which Braun says can be adjusted to suit your different facial areas and hair type. My guess is that like me, you will put it on one setting and leave it at that. Admittedly I did play with the different settings when I first got the shaver but the novelty soon wore off and it was soon left on one setting.

Cleaning and maintenance

The Braun 790CC-3 comes with a charging stand that doubles as a cleaning system and shaver charger. Dubbed the “Clean & Renew” system by Braun, the cleaning stand washes the shaver after each shave, using an alcohol-based fluid that sterilizes as well as cleans. This system cleans, charges, lubricates and dries your shaver in 25 seconds. Simples.

Interestingly, Braun have “gadgeted” up the Clean & Renew System by giving it three different modes: short eco, normal or high intensive. I think Braun are just trying to show off here as having three modes seems a little excessive.

Braun recommends using the “Clean & Renew” system after each shave but I don’t think that that is necessary not only because you will need to replace the cartridges sooner rather than later (at approximately £4/cartridge) but because a little hot water with a dab of soap will do the trick too.

That being said, I am still a great believer in the benefits of the Clean & Renew system and tend to use it once a week for the sake of sterilizing my razor and ensuring its longevity.

Battery life

The charging stand also makes charging convenient (for obvious reasons), and it can boost the battery’s charge level to full in 55 minutes. If you are in a hurry and need to go somewhere sooner, a quick 5-minute charge will do the trick for one shave.

Extras

The Braun 790CC-3 comes with a trimmer which is useful for keeping those sideburns and moustache intact. Like the trimmer found on the Braun 590CC-3, this trimmer is brilliant as trimmers go and will do a great job on even the thickest of hair.

The LCD display will keep tabs on your battery, charging times and hygiene of your shaver.

For the travelers amongst us, the 790CC-3 comes with a SmartPlug which has an automatic worldwide voltage adjustment. It adapts to an outlet voltage between 100V and 240V. In addition to this, the shaver comes with a compact travel case.

The verdict

The Braun 790CC-3 easily falls into my top 10 list of awesome electric shavers. In addition to all of the extras and gadgetry, the bottom line is that the shave quality is fantastic. It gently floats across your face, cutting each and every hair in its path.

The top-end price of this shaver has raised many an eyebrow and of course has put many people off. Yes, it is expensive but the quality design coupled with the Clean & Renew system mean that this shaver is an investment and if looked after, will serve you well for many years.

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