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Braun Cleaning Cartridge - Review written on May 20, 2008
Rating: 4 out of 5
This is the replacement cleaning cartridge for Braun's line of automatic cleaning stand for their electric razors. This cartridge will fit even the early model Syncros, all the way to the latest Pulsonics.
I have not tried any of the newer Braun models, as my 7-year-old Syncro is still going strong. However, be assured that they all use the same cleaning cartridge, even though the newer models have an improved cleaning stand.
The cleaning system works great. It cleans, dries, and lubricates the razor. However, bear in mind that the cleaner is alcohol-based. Meaning it will eventually evaporate. It starts to evaporate as soon as you open the seal. Each cartridge will last approximately one month. So your cost to keep your razor clean and lubricated, automatically, works out to about five dollars every month. That's not so bad, considering that shaving with a blade will cost you money in hot water use, shaving cream, and replacement blades. I would say that perhaps the electric razor might come out cheaper. You can be like me and simply clean your razor manually. That's even more cost-effective. But still, it is nice to be able to simply use your razor, place it in the cleaning stand, and then have it ready for you the next day, with no effort on your part.
If you have a Braun cleaning system and you want to use it, this is your only option. So it really doesn't make a difference whether I recommend it or not (I do). As should be the case, you've chosen your system based on the quality of shave it gives you.