Braun Series 8 8617S Silver
Better electric shaver to shave a longer beard
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Braun Series 8 8617S Silver
According to our electric shaver expert
Shaving method | Dry, In the shower, With foam or gel | |
Suitable for sensitive skin | ||
Automatic shaving power | ||
Ease of cleaning | Fully washable, Maintenance brush, Washable attachments, Washable blades, Washable head | |
Included by default | Charging stand, Maintenance brush, Storage pouch | |
Usable in the shower | ||
Flexible head | ||
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This shaver allows me to shave comfortably in the morning because it's quiet. I can easily shave hard-to-reach areas, achieving an extra-smooth result. The cleaning station is quite noisy, though.
Quiet in use When I unpacked the shaver, I immediately noticed how sturdy and modern it feels. I've used the Braun Series 7 before, so I was curious if this model would truly be a step forward. During my first shave, I immediately noticed how much quieter it is. That makes shaving in the morning much more pleasant.
Smooth shave The design fits comfortably in the hand and glides smoothly over the skin, even in tricky areas like my neck. The flexible shaver head follows the contours of my face while shaving. I also noticed a noticeably smoother shave. My skin feels softer afterward and stays smooth longer, without irritation. The shaver is waterproof, making it easy to use in the shower. This is convenient when I'm in a hurry, as I can rinse it clean immediately after use. The back of the shaver has a retractable trimmer. I use it to trim my sideburns, for example.
Easy to clean The shaver is easy to clean. After use, I place it in the cleaning station. The station rinses the shaving head thoroughly. This way, I always shave with a clean shaver. While cleaning, the station also recharges the shaver. Cleaning in the station is quite noisy, though. This is a bit unpleasant when I use it first thing in the morning. Fortunately, I don't have to do it after every shave, because I also quickly rinse the shaver manually.
Ruben. Scheerapparaat specialist.
17 October 2025
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I have a fairly thick beard, so a decent razor is essential. It fits comfortably in the hand and feels high-quality. During testing, I noticed that it effortlessly cuts through tougher hairs and still leaves a smooth shave. The automatic cleaning is really convenient, although the cleaning fluid runs out quickly. Overall, a powerful device that makes daily shaving much easier.
Jakob
31 October 2025
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I'm satisfied with the Braun 8 series. The device feels high-quality, fits comfortably in the hand, and delivers a smooth shave without irritation. During testing, I noticed that the flexible shaver head effortlessly follows the contours of my face, making shaving noticeably faster and smoother. Another plus is that the device is waterproof, so it can also be used in the shower. If I had to mention a drawback, it would be the price.
Romy
29 November 2025
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Charger with fixed cable, Docking station
Charger with fixed cable, Docking station
Docking station
Charger with fixed cable
Charger with fixed cable, Cleaning station
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Product number | 968171 |
Manufacturer code | 80809356 |
Brand | Braun |
Warranty | 2 years |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue |
Shaver head | Shaver foil | |
Flexible head | ||
Number of directions flexible shaving head | 10 | |
Suitable for sensitive skin |
Included by default | Charging stand, Maintenance brush, Storage pouch | |
Replaceable shaver head |
Shaving method | Dry, In the shower, With foam or gel | |
Styling options | Detailing, Smooth shave, Trimming | |
Usable in the shower | ||
Display | ||
Type of status indicator | Battery indicator, Charging indicator, Cleaning indicator, Indicator replace shaving head, Shaving time countdown, Travel lock indicator | |
Ease of cleaning | Fully washable, Maintenance brush, Washable attachments, Washable blades, Washable head | |
Can be also by used while powered by mains electricity | ||
Slide-out precision trimmer | ||
Feedback in smartphone app | ||
Automatic shaving power | ||
Skin guard |
Power supply type | Rechargeable battery | |
Quick charge function charge time | 5 min | |
Charger type | Charger with fixed cable, Docking station |
