Rank #2 in Best Electric Shavers for Women: 10 Ranked, and the Spec Rows That Don't Add Up
Braun Silk-épil 5-160 3-in-1 Lady Shaver, Wet & Dry
Price and rating as shown on Amazon when we collected them. Both change.
The Braun Silk-épil 5 Lady Shaver takes the #2 spot in this guide. It is a 3-in-1 wet and dry electric shaver — foil, trimmer and exfoliation attachment — in blue, listed at £39.99, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 9,754 ratings, and ranked 76 in Women's Electric Shavers.
Its own listing disagrees with itself on the power supply. The product name says "Includes Rechargeable Battery"; the spec table says "Battery Powered" with "2 AA batteries required. (included)". Those cannot both describe the same hand-held shaver. Buyers split the same way: one calls it waterproof and "requiring batteries", another says it "comes with a rechargeable battery that lasts for a very long time". Everything on this page is taken from the Amazon listing and nothing here comes from a test of our own — where two parts of that listing contradict each other, we show you both numbers rather than pick one.
How those 9,754 ratings break down
An average hides its own shape. This is the spread behind the 4.4 stars.
Specification
Exactly as published on the Amazon listing, field for field.
| Price | £39.99 |
|---|---|
| Customer rating | 4.4 out of 5 from 9,754 ratings |
| Best Sellers Rank | 76 in Women's Electric Shavers |
| Power Source (as listed) | Battery Powered |
| Batteries (as listed) | 2 AA batteries required. (included) |
| Charging Time (as listed) | 1 Hours |
| Item Weight | 248 g |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 22.2L x 5.7W centimetres |
What buyers actually say
Quoted from customer reviews on Amazon
Verified purchase“Handy,compact unit with 2 extra heads ,waterproof requiring batteries”
Verified purchase“Works really well. Comes with a rechargeable battery that lasts for a very long time. It is more of a trimmer so if you want super smooth skin you might need to go over with a razor. Nonetheless it does the job.”
What it is up against
The rivals it was ranked against in Best Electric Shavers for Women: 10 Ranked, and the Spec Rows That Don't Add Up.
Questions people ask
Is the Braun Silk-épil 5 Lady Shaver rechargeable?
The listing is split on this. The product name says "Includes Rechargeable Battery", while the spec table says "Battery Powered" with "2 AA batteries required. (included)". The two parts of the same listing do not agree, so check the version you are buying before you order.
Can I use it in the bath or shower?
Yes. The listing describes it as a wet and dry electric lady shaver for use in bath or shower, and gives the water resistance level as waterproof.
What comes in the box?
The listing names a floating foil and trimmer for legs, underarms or bikini line, a trimmer cap for the bikini line and sensitive areas, and an exfoliation attachment — the "2 Extras" in the 5-160 model name.
How long does it take to charge?
The spec table gives a charging time of 1 hour, written as "1 Hours". The listing does not say how many minutes of shaving a full charge gives you.
How much does the Braun Silk-épil 5 Lady Shaver cost?
£39.99 as listed at the time of writing, for the blue 5-160 model.
Is there a warranty?
The listing states a 2 year manufacturer warranty.
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