Philips i9000 Prestige Ultra XP9404/38 Wet & Dry Shaver

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Product guide

Philips i9000 Prestige Ultra XP9404/38 Wet & Dry Shaver

Philips i9000 Prestige Ultra XP9404/38 is a wet-and-dry rotary shaver with five shaving modes, SkinIQ Pro pressure and motion feedback, and flexible compact heads. Its listed battery life is six weeks, though customer feedback on battery life is mixed.

At a glance

Five shaving modes and SkinIQ Pro sensors are claimed to give real-time feedback on shaving pressure and motion.
Flexible, compact heads are described as adapting to facial contours, including the neck and area under the nose.
The listing describes use wet or dry, including in the shower.
Philips claims a full charge takes one hour and a five-minute charge provides one shave.

Price

£299.97Save 57%

Reference price: ~~£699.99~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Wet-and-dry use gives the option of shaving with water or dry.
Five modes and real-time pressure and motion feedback offer adjustment beyond a basic rotary shaver.
The flexible compact heads are intended to maintain contact around facial contours.

Cons

Battery life and perceived value receive mixed customer feedback, so the listed six-week battery-life figure may not match every buyer's experience.

Technical specifications

13 specifications

Identity
Brand	PHILIPS
Model	Prestige Ultra HE 1
Model number	XP9404/38

Power and battery
Power configuration	Battery Powered
Battery life listed	6 weeks
Battery	Rechargeable

Shaving system
Head type	Flex
Number of blades	3
Blade material	Stainless Steel

Dimensions and appearance
Weight listed	0.4 Kilograms
Colour	Silver
Package dimensions	24.4 x 16.5 x 11.1 cm; 400 g

Use
Recommended uses	Beard, Face, Mustache, Nose Hair

What to know before buying

The six-week battery-life listing does not state its usage assumptions. Philips also claims one-hour charging and one shave from a five-minute charge, without giving a common usage basis for these figures.
The stated warranty is two years, with five additional years available upon registration within 90 days on Philips.com. Check the registration and warranty conditions before relying on the extended term.
The supplied safety instructions say to unplug before cleaning or charging and not to use the shaver when connected to or near water, even in the shower. Follow the product instructions when wet shaving.

What’s in the box

Included

Battery
Power adapter

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Buyers wanting a rotary shaver for wet or dry facial shaving, with several shaving modes and contour-following heads.
People who value claimed pressure and motion feedback while shaving.
Those looking for a shaver intended for beards, moustaches and facial contours.

Less suited to

Buyers who need assured battery performance or value based on consistent customer feedback.
Anyone seeking a verified runtime per charge, since the listing gives battery life as six weeks without a stated usage basis.

Philips i9000 Prestige Ultra XP9404/38 Wet & Dry Shaver · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.5 / 5 · 383 ratings

5 stars77%77%
4 stars10%10%
3 stars6%6%
2 stars3%3%
1 star4%4%

Customer feedback reports positive impressions of shaving results and smoothness, including a report of a close shave lasting all day. Battery life and value are mixed, with some customers considering it worth the investment and others finding it expensive. This makes the six-week listed battery life and the higher-feature shaving system relevant buying considerations, but feedback does not establish a consistent battery experience.

Positive themes

Customers report good shaving results and smoothness.

Mixed feedback

Battery life receives mixed feedback.
Value for money receives mixed feedback.

Frequently asked questions

Can the Philips i9000 Prestige Ultra be used wet or dry?

The listing describes wet and dry shaving, including use in the shower. Its safety instructions say not to use it when connected to or near water, and to unplug before cleaning or charging.

How many shaving modes does it have?

The listing claims five modes and SkinIQ Pro sensors that provide real-time feedback on shaving pressure and motion.

What battery life is listed?

The specification lists six weeks. No usage assumptions are provided, and customer feedback on battery life is mixed.

How long does charging take?

Philips claims a full charge in one hour and says a five-minute charge provides enough power for one shave.