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Panasonic · Updated June 2026

Panasonic Arc5 ES-LV97-K: price, specs & release date

Panasonic Arc5 ES-LV97-K, released 2019. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.

Source: amazon.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger

BronzeDeskmark3/100#19 of 20 in class

The Panasonic Arc5 ES-LV97-K is listed at $229.99 on amazon.com as of 2026-06-27, #9 cheapest of 15 electric shavers (median $199.99); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 3/100 pay-blind standing, #19 of 20 in class.

Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below

Cheapest electric shavers: Philips Norelco OneBlade 360 QP2834/70 — $49.99

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Is the Panasonic Arc5 ES-LV97-K a good buy?

At $230, the Panasonic Arc5 ES-LV97-K is #10 cheapest of the 15 electric shavers we track, where the median is $189.99. On the spec sheet, its battery min of 45 is the lowest of the 20, its quick charge min of 3 is the lowest of the 16, and its release of 2019 is below the median of the 16.

Specifications

Price (US)$229.99 MSRP; observed current retail ~$190–$260 by retailer/bundle. ES-LV67-K (no station) ~$150
BrandPanasonic
Released2019
Cutting systemfoil
Shaving elements5 (2 finishing foils, 2 lift foils, 1 center quick-slit blade)
Wet dryYes
Battery min45
Quick charge min3
Cleaning stationYes
DisplayLCD (battery level)

Source: amazon.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by shavercheck.com. Amazon ES-LV97-K listing confirms ARC5 5-blade foil system, 14,000 CPM linear motor (70,000 cross-cuts/min), 16D multi-flex head, wet/dry, pop-up trimmer, and Premium Automatic Cleaning & Charging Station (ES-LV97-K includes the station; ES-LV67-K does not). ShaverCheck confirms 45-min battery, 3-min quick charge, LCD display, 2019 release. Source URL corrected from the ES-LV67 product page (which omits the station) to the ES-LV97-K listing. Price anchored to MSRP $229.99 (draft's $239.99 was a single Walmart bundle within the $190–$260 observed range).

Is the Panasonic Arc5 ES-LV97-K worth it vs cheaper electric shavers?

Panasonic Arc5 ES-LV97-K against its closest cheaper and pricier electric shavers on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 15 ranked

ProductPriceCutting systemShaving elementsWet dryBattery minQuick charge min
Panasonic Arc5 ES-LV97-K this$229.99foil5 (2 finishing foils, 2 lift foils, 1 center quick-slit blade)Yes453
Braun Series 7 7185cc$199.99foil3 (2 foil elements + 1 slit/precision trimmer between foils)Yes605
Philips Norelco Shaver 9500 S9985/84$239.99rotary3 rotary heads with Dual SteelPrecision Lift & Cut bladesYes605

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Panasonic Arc5 ES-LV97-K cost?

The Panasonic Arc5 ES-LV97-K has a US price of $229.99 (MSRP; observed current retail ~$190–$260 by retailer/bundle. ES-LV67-K (no station) ~$150), as of 2026-06-15.

How does the Panasonic Arc5 ES-LV97-K compare on price?

At $230, the Panasonic Arc5 ES-LV97-K is #10 cheapest of the 15 electric shavers we track, where the median is $189.99.

When was the Panasonic Arc5 ES-LV97-K released?

The Panasonic Arc5 ES-LV97-K was released 2019.

What are the Panasonic Arc5 ES-LV97-K's key specs?

Panasonic Arc5 ES-LV97-K (Panasonic): cutting system foil, shaving elements 5 (2 finishing foils, 2 lift foils, 1 center quick-slit blade), wet dry Yes, battery min 45, quick charge min 3. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.

Price of record: $229.99 at amazon.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:

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