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In this Philips Series 7000 review, I’m going to take a look at one of the newest beard trimmers on the market and see how it compares to best beard trimmer on the market from Philips, Braun and other brands.

Storage on top of facial hair is important to many people in 2024 and there have never been so many tools to do it, from the ultra-niche to the mainstream. Many trimmers and shavers come with accessories that make taming nose, body and other hair types a dream.

The Philips Series 7000 is a quality face, head and body trimmer that comes with loads of accessories – 15 of us – and will serve most people very well, especially those who don’t want to trim really long beards. Battery life is measured in weeks, and installation is easy.

Not to be confused with Philips Shaver Series 7000The 7000 trimmer is mostly designed for stubble and body hair, although it can cut head hair. It’s a little confusing that Philips has two products with the exact same name, so make sure you get the one you want when you buy.

Philips Series 7000 trimmer review: price and availability

Philips advertises Philips series 7000 which costs £89.99 (about $117 or €108), but I found mine on Amazon for £59.99, which is a decent 33% discount. At the time of writing, that offer is still available, so go grab it.

That price tag might seem a bit steep compared to other beard trimmers, but considering the Philips Shaver Series 7000 retails for around £150, it’s a great bargain (and that’s less than the Shaver 7000’s RRP of £320).

The 7000 comes in an attractive black color with a green border, which I personally like compared to the black and gray older 7000 models. Unless you really hate green (which isn’t very BRAT summer…), 7000 is nice.

While £60 may be a bit pricey compared to budget trimmers such as Philips OneBlade 360delivers 7000 functions, as we shall see.

Philips Series 7000 trimmer review: unboxing and installation

The Philips Series 7000 comes in a decent sized box with a nice inner cardboard tray that holds the charging cable (but no USB connector), the various beard trimming accessories and the trimmer itself. There are also standard manuals and safety guides.

One of the notable things is the lack of a wall adapter, which is something I miss from the previous generation models. Philips has also changed the charging port itself so that it is no longer compatible with older models, which seems like an unnecessary change, although it is unlikely to annoy anyone who is not moving from an older model to this one.

Setting up the 7000 is easy: insert the steel trimmer, select the right accessory 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 Guard, Steel Precision Trimmer, Extra Wide Hair Trimmer, Precision Trimmer Comb, 3-7mm Adjustable Comb, 9-13mm Adjustable Comb, Body Comb, Eyebrow Comb and 4 wide combs. There is also a large soft pouch with a zipper, USB charging cable and a cleaning brush.

Philips Series 7000 trimmer review: design and features

The design of the Philips Series 7000 is slimmer than previous models, and lies really comfortably in the hand from most angles when trimming a beard or mustache. The 7000 is also quite light, making it very easy to hold for extended periods.

When my partner cut my head hair, she said that the 7000 has a different cutting angle than the previous versions, so watch out for that if you cut your head with it. For beards, however, not much has changed.

The 7000 feels like a premium product – as it should for £60 – and it fits 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 previous models due to its slimmer profile.

All the accessories are solid and well designed, and I think most of them are simply the same as previous generations of Philips, so should be familiar to most. The dimensions of the razor are the same, so old accessories are compatible.

The company says the 7000 is 100% showerproof, just 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 capacity is nice, and it means the unit can be left in a steamy bathroom without a problem.

Overall, I think the Philips Series 7000 is an attractive, top-quality beard trimmer that has a nice, uncomplicated aesthetic. The lack of a wall adapter and backwards charging compatibility is a slight disappointment, but the long battery life makes up for that and then some.

Philips Series 7000 trimmer review: performance

The highlight for me with the 7000 is the patented trim cam, which is a revelation. Essentially, 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 will surely save you from some sticky situations. A five-minute charge can theoretically provide 60 minutes of use. Philips says the battery life is 120 minutes, and I believe it, although I haven’t fully drained the 7000 to test it.

So far, after a few weeks of use, I fully charged the 7000 when it arrived and haven’t charged it since. The battery is definitely nothing to worry about.

Philips says the stainless steel blades are self-sharpening, and I certainly haven’t noticed any blunting – although I haven’t used them nearly long enough to tell. Over time, this feature can be very handy to keep the 7000 fresh.

There’s also Philips BeardSense, which “scans beard density 125x per second and ramps up power just when you need it to tackle dense, bushy or longer beards.” It’s a little hard to say if this works in practice, but the 7000 definitely makes for a nice beard trim.

For cutting head hair, the 7000 has attachments that go up to 13mm, and it managed to cut my medium length, curly hair quite easily. Unlike the previous model, this version seemed to struggle a bit more, so keep that in mind for cutting longer hair. For my beard it was never a problem.

My complexion was fine after repeated beard trims and there are so many trimming options that should suit different skin types and shaving preferences. Noise levels are also normal, and the trimmer’s slim profile made it comfortable and easy to hold for a while.

With 15 attachments for different hair types, the 7000 is the definition of “something for everyone”.

Philips Series 7000 trimmer review: verdict

As you may have learned from the five-star Philips Series 7000: it’s a solid, lightweight, stylish beard trimmer that comes with a truly innovative 1mm to 3mm attachment, as well as everything else you’d expect.

While £60 may 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 do both the trimming and then the maintenance.

The 7000’s battery life is fantastic and represents a significant step up over previous iterations of the razor that I’ve owned. While a wall adapter would have been nice, everyone already owns a USB plug, and it’s 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 high-quality beard trimmer has come to the right place.

Philips Series 7000 trimmer review: options to consider

Of course, just because the Philips Series 7000 is a quality product doesn’t mean there aren’t other beard trimmers to consider.

Our top choice is Philips BT9000 Prestigerated as the best overall trimmer thanks to its premium feel, attractive design and hair cutting capabilities. The only real downside is that the BT9000 costs around £120 on Amazon, so around 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. At £37, it’s hard to find a better deal, and the only downside might be its slightly garish design.

An honorable mention is also awarded Braun beard trimmer 7a truly premium beard trimmer from one of the best non-Philips brands out there right now.