In this Philips Series 7000 review, I'll take a look at one of the newest beard trimmers on the market and see how it compares to the best beard trimmers on the market from Philips, Braun, and other brands.
Keeping on top of facial hair is important for many people in 2024 and there has never been as many tools to do so, from the ultra niche to the mainstream. Many trimmers and shavers come with attachments that make taming nose, body, and other types of hair a dream.
The Philips Series 7000 is a quality trimmer for the face, head, and body that comes with plenty of attachments – 15 by our count – and will serve most people very well, especially those who aren't looking to cut really long beards. The battery life is measured in weeks, and the setup is easy.
Not to be confused with the Philips Shaver Series 7000, the 7000 trimmer is designed mostly for stubble and body hair, although it can cut head hair. It is a bit confusing that Philips has two products with the exact same name, so watch out when buying that you get the one you want.
Philips Series 7000 trimmer review: price and availability
Philips advertises the Philips Series 7000 as costing £89.99 (around $117 or €108), but I found mine on Amazon for £59.99, which is a decent 33% discount. At the time of writing, that deal is still available, so go grab it.
That price tag might seem a little steep in comparison to other beard trimmers, but given the Philips Shaver Series 7000 retails for around £150, it's a big of a bargain (and that's down from the Shaver 7000's £320 RRP).
The 7000 comes in an attractive black colour with a green trim, which I personally like in comparison to the black and grey older 7000 models. Unless you really hate green (which isn't very BRAT summer...), the 7000 is stylish.
While £60 might be a little on the pricey end in comparison to budget trimmers like the Philips OneBlade 360, the 7000 delivers on features, as we shall see.
Philips Series 7000 trimmer review: unboxing and set-up
The Philips Series 7000 comes in a reasonably sized box with a nice cardboard inner tray that houses the charging cable (but no USB wall plug), the various beard trimming attachments, and the trimmer itself. There are also the usual manuals and safety guides.
One of the notable things is the lack of wall adapter, which is something I miss from the previous generation models. Philips has also changed the actual charging port so that it is no longer compatible with older models, which seems like an unnecessary change, although it likely won't annoy anyone who isn't going from an older model to this one.
Setting up the 7000 is simple: slot in the steel trimmer, select the right attachment for the hair you want to shave, and press the on/off button. If you've used any kind of trimmer before, the 7000 should be straightforward.
For anyone interested, the detailed list of things in the box is: steel trimmer, nose and ear trimmer, body shaver with skin protector, steel precision trimmer, extra-wide hair trimmer, precision trimming comb, 3–7 mm adjustable comb, 9–13 mm adjustable comb, body comb, eyebrow comb, and 4 wide hair combs. There is also a large soft pouch with zip, USB charging cable, and a cleaning brush.
Philips Series 7000 trimmer review: design and features
The design of the Philips Series 7000 is more slender than previous models, and feels really nice in the hand from most angles when trimming a beard or moustache. The 7000 is also pretty light, which makes holding it for longer periods really easy.
When my partner was cutting my head hair, she said the 7000 has a different cutting angle to the previous versions, and so watch out for that if you cut your head hair with it. For beards, though, not an awful lot has changed.
The 7000 feels like a premium product – as it should for £60 – and it fit comfortably in my (larger than average) hands. I don't think anyone would struggle to hold this trimmer, and if anything it's easier than prior models due to its slimmer profile.
All of the accessories are solid and well designed, and I think most of them are simply the same as previous Philips generations, so should be familiar to most. The dimensions of the razor are the same, and so old accessories are compatible.
The company says the 7000 is 100% showerproof, like its previous trimmers, and that makes washing the trimmer a little easier. I personally shave before a shower, rather than in the shower, but the capability is nice, and it means the device can be left in a steamy bathroom with no problems.
Overall, I think the Philips Series 7000 is an attractive, premium beard trimmer that has a nice, uncomplicated aesthetic. The lack of a wall adapter and backwards charging compatibility is a little disappointing, but the long battery life makes up for it and then some.
Philips Series 7000 trimmer review: performance
The highlight for me of the 7000 is the patented trimming comb, which is a revelation. In essence, the attachment has 11 comb lengths from 1mm to 3mm so you can choose a hyper-specific length like 1.6mm for your facial hair. For most people, this will be the only accessory they use.
One of the other notable features here is fast charging, which is sure to save you from some tricky situations. A five minute charge can theoretically give 60 minutes of use. Philips says the battery life is 120 minutes, and I believe it, although I haven't absolutely exhausted the 7000 to test it.
So far, after a few weeks of use, I charged the 7000 to full when it arrived and haven't charged it since. The battery definitely isn't something to worry about.
Philips says the stainless steel blades are self-sharpening, and I certainly haven't noticed any bluntness – although I haven't been using them for nearly long enough to tell. Over time, this feature could be really handy in keeping the 7000 fresh.
There is also Philips' BeardSense, which "scans the beard density 125x per second and boosts power exactly when you need it to tackle dense, bushy or longer beards." It's somewhat hard to tell if this is working in practice, but the 7000 definitely does a nice beard trim.
For cutting head hair, the 7000 has attachments that go up to 13mm, and it managed to cut my semi-long, curly hair fairly easily. Unlike the previous model, this version seemed to struggle a little bit more, so keep that in mind for cutting longer hair. For my beard, there was never any issue.
My skin was fine after repeated beard trims and there are so many trimming options that should cater to different skin types and shaving preferences. The noise levels are normal, too, and the slim profile of the trimmer made holding it for a while comfortable and easy.
With 15 attachments for different hair types, the 7000 is the definition of "something for everyone".
Philips Series 7000 trimmer review: verdict
As you might have gathered from the five-star rating Philips Series 7000: it's a solid, lightweight, stylish beard trimmer that comes with a really innovative 1mm to 3mm attachment, as well as everything else you'd expect.
While £60 might seem a little steep, getting your beard right is important, and the level of versatility on offer here is great. If you decide to grow out your beard or go clean shaven, the 7000 will both do the trimming and then the maintenance.
The 7000's battery life is great, and represents a significant leap over previous iterations of the razor that I've owned. While a wall adapter would've been nice, everyone owns a USB wall plug already, and it is better for the environment.
The self-sharpening blades promise to last a long time, and the 7000 feels built to last in general. Anyone looking for a quality beard trimmer has come to the right place.
Philips Series 7000 trimmer review: alternatives to consider
Of course, just because the Philips Series 7000 is a quality product doesn't mean there aren't other beard trimmers out there to consider.
Our top pick is the Philips BT9000 Prestige, rated as the best overall trimmer thanks to its premium feel, attractive design, and hair cutting ability. The only real downside is that the BT9000 costs something like £120 on Amazon, so roughly double the Philips Series 7000.
Anyone trimming on a budget should consider the Philips OneBlade 360, which features a 5-in-1 adjustable comb and slim, lightweight design. For £37, it's hard to find a better deal, and the only downside might be its slightly garish design.
An honour mention also goes to the Braun Beard Trimmer 7, a really premium beard trimmer from one of the best brands not named Philips around right now.
