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Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige SP9886/89 vs Panasonic Arc5 ES-LV97-K

A sourced, side-by-side spec comparison. Panasonic Arc5 ES-LV97-K is cheaper at $229.99. Every spec and price links to its source.

Side by side

Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige SP9886/89Panasonic Arc5 ES-LV97-K
US price$299.99 (Representative current Amazon price (observed ~$299–$380 range))$229.99 (MSRP; observed current retail ~$190–$260 by retailer/bundle. ES-LV67-K (no station) ~$150)
BrandPhilips NorelcoPanasonic
Released20232019
cutting systemrotaryfoil
shaving elements3 rotary heads with dual-row Lift & Cut blades (Space Grade Steel)5 (2 finishing foils, 2 lift foils, 1 center quick-slit blade)
wet drytruetrue
battery min6045
quick charge min183
cleaning stationtruetrue
displayLCD (battery %, backlit)LCD (battery level)
release20232019

Sources — Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige SP9886/89: usa.philips.com (verified 2026-06-15). Panasonic Arc5 ES-LV97-K: amazon.com (verified 2026-06-15).

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