Electric rotary shaver Philips Series 5000 S5898/79 — 3 rotary heads, Li‑Ion battery, Wet & Dry, cleaning base

The Philips Series 5000 S5898/79 is a cordless rotary electric shaver with three rotary heads and SteelPrecision blades designed for efficient facial shaving. It runs on a lithium‑ion battery that provides up to 60 minutes of cordless use, supports both wet and dry shaving, and includes a cleaning base and built‑in pop‑up trimmer for quick touch‑ups. The shaver features SkinIQ technology that senses hair density and adapts for improved skin comfort.

Advantages

The shaver combines three rotating Hair‑Guide Precision heads with SteelPrecision blades to cut more hair per stroke while remaining gentle on the skin. SkinIQ Power Adapt sensor adjusts performance according to beard density. A cable‑free Quick Clean Pod and washable design simplify maintenance, and the USB‑A charging with one hour full charge gives about 60 minutes of cordless operation. The unit is suitable for wet and dry use and includes an LED display and pop‑up trimmer.

Suitable for

• Daily facial shaving
• Quick touch‑ups and beard shaping with the pop‑up trimmer
• Wet shaves with gel or foam and dry shaves
• Travel and cordless use thanks to USB‑A charging and compact base

When it may not be suitable

Rotary shavers like this model perform best on short to medium stubble and for users who prefer circular shaving motions. If you have extremely long or very dense beard hair, multiple passes or pre‑trimming may be necessary to achieve a close result. Users seeking a foil shaver design should consider a different model.

Key specifications

• Shaver type: Rotary (3 rotary heads)
• Blades: SteelPrecision rotating blades
• Battery: Lithium‑ion, approx. 60 minutes runtime
• Charging: USB‑A, full charge in 1 hour, fast charge available
• Use: Wet & Dry (washable)
• Extras: Pop‑up trimmer, LED display, Quick Clean Pod (cable‑free)
• Weight: 0.698 kg
• Colour: Chrome

How to use

Use the shaver on clean skin. For wet shaving, apply shaving gel or foam and shave with circular motions where needed. For dry shaving, move the shaver in small circular movements across the face to follow contours. Use the pop‑up trimmer for sideburns and detailed shaping. Rinse the heads under running water after use or place the shaver in the Quick Clean Pod for convenient cable‑free cleaning. Charge via the USB‑A cable until the LED display shows full charge.

What to consider before purchase

• Prefer rotary shavers for circular motion shaving and contour following
• For very dense or long beards, expect more passes or pre‑trimming
• Check that USB‑A charging and included cleaning base match your travel and maintenance preferences

Recommendations

For best results shave daily or every other day and keep blades clean and dry when storing; replace blades according to manufacturer guidance for consistent performance.