Philips PowerTouch Pro PT920 vs Philips AT890 – Some Key Differences

January 24, 2012 | Author: James Harrow | Posted in Product Reviews

The PowerTouch PT920 and Philips AquaTouch AT890 are new shavers which have been flying off of the racks this Xmas. Being the number one and number two top selling shavers in the UK, most people find it hard to pick between them. Today, we’re going to look at some crucial things that set these great shavers apart.

The Obvious Difference

The first thing that you should note, is the obvious difference between these models. While the Philips PT920 is a dry shaver, the AT890 is completely water-proof and can provide either a dry shave, or a wet shave using your favourite foam or gel.

So is there much of a difference between a wet and a dry shave? The answer to that question is, not in terms of the closeness of the shave (that is all about the shaver technology). But most blokes do have a preference. Some find that wet shaving reduces the amount of irritated skin that occurs, while other people find that a dry shave simply leaves their skin feeling dry. It truly boils down to personal taste, so you’ll know from your own experience whether wet shaving or dry shaving is better to yourself.

Battery Lifespan

One of the most important features of modern shavers, is the facility to shave wirelessly by powering the shaver with a fully rechargeable battery. This is a great feature for those people among us who don’t actually have a power outlet in the bathroom, and definitely a handy feature for blokes who travel a lot.

The batteries of the PowerTouch Pro and Philips AT890 are terribly similar. Both take just 1 hour to charge to maximum capacity. More convenient, is the handy fact that both models also have a 3 minute fast charging feature. This ultimately means that if the battery is dead, you can charge it just enough for one full shave within 3 minutes. As any person who’s found their shaver battery dead just before a very important meeting can attest to, this feature could well be a life-saver.

In terms of battery capacity the PowerTouch PT920 has a slight advantage, offering 60 minutes battery life compared to the 50 minutes that you will get out of the AT890. It's only a small difference, but does mean that the PT920 can provide you with an extra shave which might be handy for blokes that do a lot of traveling; every little helps in that situation!

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