Which gives a closer shave on the neck?

The Braun's foil head with the MicroComb is built to catch flat-lying hair and flexes to the neck. Rotary shavers like the Remington R4 suit men who shave every day or two and prefer circular passes. Neither is a blade-close shave.

Which lasts longer on a charge?

The Remington R4 states about 50 minutes of cordless runtime. Braun does not publish a runtime for the 3040s; it relies on two NiMH batteries and a five-minute quick charge for one full shave.

Is the Braun worth the extra $7?

If you shave your face daily and want the flexing foil head and quick charge, yes. If you want longer runtime, USB charging and body grooming, the Remington at $34.95 is the better value.

Can I use either in the shower?

The Braun 3040s is 100% waterproof and works with foam, gel or under the shower. The Remington R4 is showerproof and can be used with gel or foam and rinsed, but it is not rated fully waterproof.

Which is better for chest and back hair?

The Remington R4, which lists the body as a use and includes a stubble attachment and head guard. The Braun 3040s is designed for the face and beard.

Do both have a trimmer?

Yes. The Braun has a precision trimmer that slides out of the back for sideburns and mustache. The Remington has a pop-up detail trimmer for edges and sideburns.

Braun Series 3 ProSkin 3040s Rechargeable Wet Dry Men's Electric Shaver with Precision Trimmer vs REMINGTON R4 Style Series Men's Rotary Electric Shaver, Cordless Rechargeable, Wet & Dry, Pop-Up Trimmer, Black

Buy the Braun Series 3 ProSkin 3040s if you want a proven foil shaver with a flexing head and a five-minute quick charge. Buy the Remington R4 if you want a rotary shaver with a 50-minute cordless runtime and USB charging for travel. The Remington is the cheaper buy at $34.95 at eBay as of November 3, 2026, against $42.24 at eBay for the Braun. The gap is about $7, so pick on shaving style and charging, not price.

Today the REMINGTON R4 Style Series Men's Rotary Electric Shaver, Cordless Rechargeable, Wet & Dry, Pop-Up Trimmer, Black costs $7.29 less at its best price.

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