Braun Series 3 ProSkin 3040s Electric Foil Shaver

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Product guide

Braun Series 3 ProSkin 3040s Electric Foil Shaver

Electric: Braun Series 3 ProSkin 3040s is a rechargeable foil shaver for wet or dry facial grooming, with a pop-up trimmer for moustache and sideburn detailing. Its listed 45-minute battery life suits cordless use, while customer feedback is positive overall but mixed on battery performance and durability.

At a glance

Three independently floating shaving elements are described as adapting to facial contours.
MicroComb is claimed to guide more hair towards the cutting elements, with a comparison to previous Series 3 models.
An integrated pop-up trimmer is intended for moustaches, sideburns and beard edges.
The shaver is listed for wet and dry use, including use with water, foam or gel.

Price

£54.00Save 57%

Reference price: ~~£124.99~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Cordless use and a listed 45-minute battery life support grooming away from a socket.
Wet or dry operation offers a choice of shaving routine.
The pop-up trimmer adds facial-hair detailing without needing a separate listed trimmer.

Cons

The supplied charger is described as a 2-pin plug, which may require a suitable UK bathroom socket or a separate EU-to-UK adapter for a 3-pin socket.

Technical specifications

13 specifications

Identity
Brand	Braun
Model	Series 3

Power and battery
Power configuration	Battery Powered
Battery life listed	45 minutes
Rechargeable battery	Rechargeable

Shaving and use
Recommended uses	Beard, Face, Mustache
Special features	Battery Indicator, Cordless, Dry Shave, Washable, Wet
Number of blades	3
Blade material	Stainless Steel
Head type	Rasierer
Colour	Blue

Dimensions and origin
Package dimensions	20 x 10.9 x 5.5 cm; 270 g
Country of origin	Germany

What to know before buying

The listing describes a 5-minute quick charge as enough for one shave and up to 45 minutes of cordless use. For wet shaving, the safety instructions say to detach the shaver from power and operate it cordless. The supplied charger is specified as 2-pin, and a 3-pin adapter is not included.

What’s in the box

Included

Power adapter
Cleaning brush
Protective cap

Who is it for?

A good fit for

People seeking a rechargeable foil shaver for beard, face and moustache grooming.
Buyers who want wet or dry shaving and an integrated pop-up detail trimmer.
Those looking for a cordless shaver with a listed 45-minute battery life.

Less suited to

Buyers who require a supplied 3-pin UK plug without needing an adapter.
Anyone who needs customer feedback showing consistently dependable battery performance or durability.

Braun Series 3 ProSkin 3040s Electric Foil Shaver · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.4 / 5 · 1,148 ratings

5 stars72%72%
4 stars15%15%
3 stars4%4%
2 stars3%3%
1 star6%6%

Customer feedback highlights ease of use, build quality and smooth shaving as strengths, with some positive comments on value. Reports about performance and battery life are mixed, and some customers describe durability problems, including breakage within six months. The positive overall rating distribution is encouraging but does not establish consistent performance. For buyers relying on the claimed 45-minute cordless runtime, the contrasting battery reports are worth weighing alongside their own use needs.

Positive themes

Customers describe the shaver as easy to use and report smooth shaving.
Some customer feedback praises build quality and value for money.

Negative themes

Some customers report that the shaver does not work properly or has poor battery performance.
Some customers report breakage within six months.

Mixed feedback

Customer feedback on shaving performance, battery life and durability is mixed.

Frequently asked questions

Can the Braun Series 3 ProSkin 3040s be used wet?

The listing describes wet and dry use, including with water, foam or gel. Safety instructions specify cordless operation and say to detach the shaver from its power supply before using it with water.

How long is the listed cordless battery life?

The listing gives a battery life of 45 minutes. It also claims that a 5-minute quick charge provides enough power for one shave.

What is the pop-up trimmer for?

The built-in trimmer is described for shaping moustaches, maintaining sideburns and finishing beard edges.

What charger plug is supplied?

The listing says the item includes a 2-pin plug charger. It advises using a UK bathroom 2-pin socket or an EU-to-UK adapter for a 3-pin socket, and says the adapter is not included.