Rank #5 in Best Body Groomers 2026: 10 Ranked, and the One That Won't Say
Philips Body Groomer 5000 Series BG5470/15, 100 Min
Price and rating as shown on Amazon when we collected them. Both change.
The Philips Body Groomer 5000 Series, model BG5470/15, sits fifth in this guide. It is a foil-headed body shaver with three click-on combs (2 mm, 3 mm and 5 mm), a Triple Protect shave system that Philips describes as using pearl-shaped tips and a hypoallergenic shaver foil, and a body that is 100% showerproof, so it can be used wet or dry. The listing puts it at £44.99.
It is one of the nine groomers here that state a battery figure in minutes, and Philips states 100. That is the same runtime this guide lists for the Braun Series 5, which sits at £46.97 — so the Philips quotes the same 100 minutes for £1.98 less. One number on the page does not line up with another, though: the rating breakdown shown on the listing adds up to 100 reviews, while the same listing reports 407 ratings and a score of 4.2. Everything on this page comes from the Amazon listing as shown, not from any testing we have carried out.
How those 407 ratings break down
An average hides its own shape. This is the spread behind the 4.2 stars.
Specification
Exactly as published on the Amazon listing, field for field.
| Price | £44.99 |
|---|---|
| Stated runtime | 100 minutes (Battery Average Life) |
| Head and blades | Foil head, 3 blades |
| Combs included | 3 bi-directional click-on combs: 2, 3 and 5 mm |
| Waterproofing | 100% showerproof, wet and dry use |
| Weight | 320 g |
| Rating | 4.2 out of 5 from 407 ratings |
| Best Sellers Rank | 3 in Body Groomers, 1,791 in Health & Personal Care |
What buyers actually say
Quoted from customer reviews on Amazon
Verified purchase“Very good at getting rid of all the little critters in wet and dry from all them sensitive and delicate places with little irritation. Smooth bits everywhere excellent for helping you keep cool and sweet free especially in the recent hot weather.”
Verified purchase“My old Philips 3000 body groomer finally died so I upgraded to this newly designed 5000 series. It looks modern and everything has been revamped, from combs to cutting head. But does it do the job? Absolutely, there is more power available and the new design means you can get into the awkward nooks and crannies without problems and also without any nicks or cuts. It does an effortless job of deforestation and leaves a tidy, uniform growth depending on your preference for comb size. The 5000 series is only another £10 more than the 3000 series and for your money you get a longer battery life, more combs and a soft plastic pouch to keep everything together, well worth the little bit extra.Over the years I have tried most brands of bodygroomers but Philips always gives me the best results, I would highly recommend this model.”
What it is up against
The rivals it was ranked against in Best Body Groomers 2026: 10 Ranked, and the One That Won't Say.
Questions people ask
How long does the Philips BG5470/15 run on one charge?
The listing states 100 minutes of battery life and describes the battery as rechargeable. That 100-minute figure appears in the product name and in the specifications, and it is the number this guide compares against the other groomers.
Can the Philips Body Groomer 5000 Series be used in the shower?
Yes. Philips describes it as 100% showerproof, so it can be used wet or dry, and the listing adds that being waterproof also makes it easy to clean.
What combs come with the Philips BG5470/15?
Three bi-directional click-on body combs, at 2 mm, 3 mm and 5 mm. The listing says the set includes further items but points to the "what's in the box" section rather than naming them in the bullets.
Which body areas is the Philips 5000 Series listed for?
The specifications give the recommended uses as armpit, back hair, chest, leg and pubic, and the bullets describe use across the body, including intimate areas.
How does its price compare with the Braun models in this guide?
The Philips is £44.99 with a stated 100 minutes. This guide lists the Braun Series 5 at £46.97 for 100 minutes and the Braun Series 3 at £52.49 for 80 minutes, so the Philips quotes the Series 5's runtime for £1.98 less.
What is the rating for the Philips BG5470/15?
The listing shows 4.2 out of 5 from 407 ratings. The rating breakdown displayed alongside it adds up to 100 reviews, not 407 — the two figures on the same page do not match.
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