Braun Silk-épil 9 vs. 7 vs. 5 vs. 3 – Which epilator do we recommend?

Hair removal methods have advanced by leaps and bounds in recent years thanks to the brands that lead the market. Although, if there is one that stands out above the rest, it is undoubtedly Braun. The rise of its electric epilators in the Silk-épil range has been spectacular, and, far from being left behind, it continues to develop new models with innovative technologies. Today we show you a comparison of the four epilators most in demand by users: Braun Silk-épil 9 vs 7 vs 5 vs 3.

Until not long ago, waxing was one of the things that gave us the most laziness. Above all, thinking that the results were rather ephemeral, and that we had to repeat the same action every so often. Fortunately, this has changed, and Braun silk-épil epilators are a clear example of this. The hair removal results last several months, and the best thing is that it doesn’t take us half an hour to wax our entire body.

Of course, as long as you choose the epilators with the right heads, because not all of them are designed for the same body areas. Throughout the article we are going to tell you about all the accessories that each epilator has, but it is always interesting that you pay attention, at the time of purchase, to make sure you choose the right one. In fact, we already told you that one of the most important differences between these four models is the number of accessories they include.

The pressure control, the oscillation of the head and the set of technologies that they incorporate are also important differences that we are going to contemplate. Do not miss it!

Braun Silk-épil 9 vs 7 vs 5 vs 3 – Comparison Table

Discover, in this table, the different characteristics that define the four electric epilators that we have analyzed:

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A design that has evolved

Since the first Braun Silk-épil model, the 3, there has been a clear evolution in design. The Braun Silk-épil 3 is smaller than the rest, but it is also slightly wider. Also, the predominant color is fuchsia, only broken by some white details. Basically, we could say that it is a negative version of the Braun Silk-épil 9, whose design is white with some details in pink tones.

In terms of shape, the Braun Silk-épil 9, 7 and 5 have evolved towards a longer but narrower design. From our point of view, it is more comfortable to use, because the grip is more natural than in the wider design. Among them, the Braun Silk-épil 5 has a more pointed shape, while the Braun Silk-épil 7 and 9 are squarer.

However, there are also differences between the heads of the models 7 and 9, since the head of the Braun Silk-épil 9 is 40% wider than that of its previous model.

How many accessories do they have?

One of the big differences between the four electric epilators is the number of accessories they include, which is different. The Braun Silk-épil 3 that we have chosen includes the shaving and trimming head. The Braun Silk-épil 5 adds a brush and the skin contact cap to the two previous accessories.

For its part, the Braun Silk-épil 7 and 9 have 7 accessories for each epilator: the shaving head, the trimmer, a massage roller head, the skin contact cap, a facial hair removal accessory and the cover . The seventh accessory differs; the model 7 includes a precision tweezers, and the model 9 includes a precision trimmer. Also, only these two models have an oscillating head.

However, Braun distinguishes the different models within the same range using a numerical series, and, in this case, we have focused on the following:

• Braun Silk-Epil 9-890
• Braun Silk-Epil 7-870
• Braun Silk-Epil 5-625
• Braun Silk-Epil 3-410

When you go to make the purchase, look at the exact model, because the set of accessories included in each one can change.

Not all are wireless or waterproof

Of the four electric epilators that we have chosen, only one requires being plugged into the electrical current to work, the Braun Silk-épil 3. For this reason, this is the only one of the four that cannot be used wet and dry, but only dry. On the other hand, the Braun Silk-épil 5, 7 and 9 can be used in both ways, and they are also wireless.

The Braun Silk-épil 5 has an autonomy of 30 minutes, less than the 50 minutes that the Braun 7 and 9 last. The good thing is that it takes less time to charge; it is ready in an hour, while the Braun Silk-épil 7 and 9 need two hours.

Sensor precision and speeds

Since we discovered the world of electric epilators, we have verified the importance of the precision sensor in this type of head. For this reason, we really like that the Braun Silk-épil 5, 7 and 9 have SensoSmart, a technology that identifies the right pressure to apply in each area to remove more hair effectively. This technology is complemented by the SmartLight Light, which illuminates the surface so you can see even the most invisible hair.

What all four epilators do have in common is that they can be adjusted to 2 speeds. In fact, in the most sensitive areas, such as the bikini line, we recommend using the softest speed. Or, if you have sensitive skin, it’s also more suitable, although you may have to make more passes. In addition, all the heads have a high-frequency massage system, with which they emit vibrations that make hair removal smoother.

MicroGrip technology

Braun electric epilators work thanks to MicroGrip technology, tweezers of a certain width that are responsible for cutting superficial hair. In this sense, all of them have tweezers capable of removing hair up to 0.5 mm, but they do not have the same number of tweezers. The Braun Silk-épil 7 and 9 have 40 tweezers, while the Braun Silk-épil 5 has 28 and the model 3 only has 20. In fact, this is one of the reasons why the economic difference between the more advanced models and the simpler ones is more accentuated.

Regarding the effectiveness and the time that the hair lasts without growing, it depends a lot on the type of skin of each one, but the number of tweezers also influences. According to Braun, the Silk-épil 7 and 9 are the most effective, about 4 weeks, approximately. However, it is not convenient to take this data literally, because it varies in each person.

Braun Silk-épil 9 vs 7 vs 5 vs 3: Our conclusion

We have reached the moment in which we must choose which of the four electric epilators is most interesting. In this case, there are two main types of epilators, since the Braun Silk-épil 3 and 5 have a significantly lower price, but are also less effective. For their part, the 7 and 9 models are the most advanced, but that means that their price is higher.

Obviously, the price is an important aspect in the purchase decision and, in this case, it can be definitive for many people. That said, we prefer to be guided by technical quality and precision, which leads us to choose the Braun Silk-épil 7 or 9, which are the ones with SmartSenso technology, more tweezers and a greater variety of accessories. If we decide to buy an electric epilator, what we prioritize is the efficiency in hair removal, and, in this aspect, these two models are above.

However, if you decide to opt for the cheapest epilators, you should know that they also have Braun’s quality guarantee. They have fewer accessories and their precision is less, but they solve a hair removal emergency very well.