Braun Series 7 799cc Review – The Best Wet/Dry Shaver
Editor rating
9.6/10 on December 23, 2015

Introduced around the 1930s, electric shavers have completely transformed the world of shaving for men. Nowadays, if you ever search on the internet about the best electric razors for men, the number of options available can surely baffle you. The German brand ‘Braun‘ has been a front-runner in the world of electric shavers since its inception. Its Braun Series 7 is known to be an ideal combination of performance, style, and comfort. I’ve been using Braun Series 7 799cc electric shaver for around 7 months now and would like to share my experience in this Braun series 7 799cc review.
Hardware and Design
The Braun series 7 790cc shaver was already an attractive looking shaver but Braun went ahead and enhanced the appearance of this shaver to provide users with the best Braun electric razor. It has a sturdy, lightweight built-in gray along with blue highlights. This shaver is waterproof and can be used in the shower as well. The charging and cleaning station that comes along with this shaver is black in color with matching blue highlights. The innovative Sonic Technology creates an impressive 10,000 micro vibrations per minute to provide you with a clean shave in the least possible time. Moreover, it has three different shaving settings to ensure that you get flawless results in every application, thus making it one of the best electric shavers for men.
Includes
- Braun Series 7-799cc 6WD Electric Shaver
- Cleaning And Charging Station
- 1 Cartridge for Cleaning Station
- Recharge Cord
- Carry Case
- Cleaning Brush
- Warranty Card and Instruction Manuals
Key Features
1. Intelligent Sonic Technology
Braun Series 7 799cc razor is built with the innovative Intelligent Sonic Technology to properly satisfy the need of the users. This technology allows the shaver to provide users with 10,000 micro vibrations in a minute for a close and quick shave. You only need to glide the shaver on the skin and it will capture most of the hairs in a single stroke without causing any pulling or skin irritation.


2. Personalization
The Braun Series 7 799CC-6WD CC4 Wet & Dry Shaver has three different settings; Intensive, Normal, and Extra Sensitive. You can choose the setting depending on your hair, skin, and part of the face or neck where you are going to use the shaver.

3. Pivoting Shaving Head
The head of this shaver adjusts as per the shape of your face to give you amazing shaving results without any kind of additional manual efforts. Glide it in any direction and in any pattern and it will easily adapt to the contours to provide you with impressive results.

4. Triple Action Cutting Elements
The 799cc features twin foils on the head and an integrated trimmer in between these foils to ensure that you get extremely close and comfortable shave. No matter if it’s a newly-grown stubble or a long beard, it will deliver the exact same result in every application.

5. Lift and Cut Trimmer
The trimmer on the shaving head also has Lift and Cut Technology which allows the shaver to deliver effortless results even in hard-to-reach areas like the neck and jawline. This technology allows the shaver to first lift the hair and then cut it effortlessly.

6. Cleaning Station
The Braun Series 7 799CC-6WD CC4 Wet & Dry Shaver comes along with a cleaning station to make the cleaning process extremely quick and simple. Simply place the shaver in the cleaning station and it will automatically wash, lubricate, dry and even charge your shaver. Moreover, there are three different cleaning modes as well (Short Eco, Normal and High Intensive).


7. Unique Active Drying Technology
To keep the blades germ free and sharp drying them is a must. In most cases, if you wash your razor it takes time to dry them up naturally. This electric razor enjoys amazing engineering effort that added a drying kit inside it.

8. Six Level Battery Display
It also features a 6-level battery display on the side of the shaver, allowing you to know the exact charge left in the shaver. There are also a 6-level hygiene indicator and a travel lock indicator. The placement of the battery indicator is very convenient to take a glance during shaving.

9. Handy cover
A shaver is an everyday friend of a man. If you move frequently into places, you need to protect the sensitive shaving kit that you take with you. This shaver comes with a durable cover. The cover has a sleek design that will help you squeeze it into your tight luggage.
Battery
The Braun Series 7 799cc shaver provides a Li-ion battery which needs to be charged for an hour to be charged completely. When the battery is full, you can use it for 50 minutes. There’s also a quick charge feature which allows you to charge the shaver only for 5 minutes to get a complete shave.
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Cleaning, Renew & Maintenance
Daily cleaning and maintenance is the right way to make sure that your shaver gives consistent shaving results each time. For proper cleaning, use the cleaning and charging station that is added to the shaver package. You can also clean it manually using running water. A cartridge is required for the cleaning station to work and it will easily last for 2-3 months upon 3-4 times shaving per week. However, the cleaning station ensures much faster cleaning.
User Friendliness
Braun has worked effortlessly to make sure that this shaver stands out as one of the best electric shavers on the market. Braun carefully crafted each piece of the elements of the razor. It is very simple to use and clean. Even though you are an amateur or a first timer, you will be an expert after using it for a couple of time. On the other hand, the cleaning station is another simple kit to operate. Just press a press to start the cleaning process. Once you put your shaver inside the cleaning station, it will take less than five minutes to complete cleaning. Moreover, You will find a faster cleaning option on it which allows it to clean in less than 30 seconds.
Shaving Performance
When it comes to the job of a razor, the only thing hits the mind is shaving. Honestly speaking, I was skeptical when I first came across the razor package. I was not very sure if this would be able to give me the kind of close shave I had been used to with. However, right from the beginning, this shaver proved me wrong and I found it satisfactory. Speaking about the performance, this shaver is consistent in giving a close and clean shave. Expect a buttery smooth shaving experience from this shaver.
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Warranty
The Braun Series 7 799cc comes with a 2-year manufacturer’s warranty.
Value for Money
While many would disagree that this shaver’s price is budget friendly, the shaving performance, the technology used in this and the speed definitely make up for the money invested in it. Furthermore, the addition of the advance cleaning station partly justifies the value.
Replacement Parts Availability
In comparison with other electric razors, replacement accessories are available. As a renowned brand Braun has some extra advantages as to marketing its products to local retailer shops. Again, you can find all the parts online in case you don’t find any in your local shop.
Final Thoughts
There is no doubt that the Series 7 790cc is one of the finest Braun electric shavers you can find on the market. Rest assured that it will satisfy all your shaving needs with its powerful yet buttery smooth performance. The cleaning station is a fantastic addition that not only makes cleaning easy but also works as a safe dock for the shaver. Braun 790cc defines the idea of an ideal shaver with its premium build quality and advanced shaving technology. If you want to upgrade your shaver, this one is undoubtedly the best option.
I believe my experience with this amazing shaver, that is finely reflected in this Braun series 7 799cc review will help you choose the right shaver from a myriad of other shaving kits available on the market. If you want to share your experience or have any questions, please use the comment section below, we will promptly reply.

FAQs
1. Is there any difference between the Braun Series 6-799cc and 7-799cc?
A. The 7-799cc is a newer model and has a much more powerful motor than the 6-799cc.
2. How long does the cartridge of the cleaning station last? Where can I buy the replacement cartridge?
A. I shave daily but use the cleaning station 3-4 times a week. For me, it easily lasts more than 3 months. You can find the cartridge at your local dealer’s shop or you can also buy it from Amazon.
3. Can this shaver be used with regular shaving cream?
A. Yes, this shaver can be used for both wet and dry shaving.
I have found a lot of similariies between Braun Series 7 790cc and 799cc. But my question is what is the basic difference btn 790cc & 799cc?
The Braun Series 7 790cc features only dry shave by the manufacturers and Braun Series 7 799cc features both dry and wet shave. That’s the basic difference. But don’t be afraid that you cannot do wet shave by 790cc. Thought it is written on the instruction manual of 790cc, you can safely use that for wet shaving also. This thing is tested and no harm was caused to the shaver. It is a great shaver indeed. 😀