jtjackson's Full Review: Braun Syncro 7526 Electric Shaver
I swore off Braun electric razors a couple of years ago when I had two in a row that had batteries that stopped working completely. Then my Norelco started having motor problems, so I did some checking here on the other Syncro Self-Cleaning razors, and got the 7526.
It's the best electric shave I've ever had. I think I can still get closer with a blade, but before my morning coffee, I'm likely to shave off my ear. The shave I get from the 7526 beats the Norelco I just got rid of, and it beats the Braun I had before that.
The self-cleaning unit is going to be the long-term deciding factor on how much I like the 7526. So far (about 2 months), it's done a great job of cleaning the razor. Just don't get lazy - it still pays off to brush it out, and the trimmer part doesn't get self-cleaned. But it's big. It takes up some serious counter space. The replacement tubs of cleaning solution (mostly alcohol, I think) are about $5.00 each, so that's going to add up a little - not much really, but this is the first razor I've had with any recurring costs.
I'm getting about 8-10 shaves out of a recharge. The recharge cycle takes about 45 minutes, and it just gets tacked on to the cleaning cycle when it's needed. I'm happy with the battery.
It's a little on the heavy side. Or maybe I should just shut up and hit the gym! Really, I didn't weigh my dying Norelco, and I haven't weighed this one, but it feels heavier. My hand feels like it's worked harder. Or maybe it's just a different shape and I'll get used to it.
Finally, in case anyone is looking at this review (or the Braun ads) and wondering how you put a tub of alcohol and a self-cleaning unit the size of a grapefruit in your luggage when you travel - don't worry. The electric cord that plugs into the self-cleaning unit also plugs into the razor, so recharging is not a problem away from home. And the little brush is quite portable.
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