Philips Norelco Bodygroom 5000 BG5025/40 Review: How Efficient and Convenient Is the Philips Bodygroom 5000?

The Philips Norelco Bodygroom 5000 is the successor model of the Philips Bodygroom 3500, a mid-range men’s body groomer with an extra-long back shaver. The groomer is well reputed for the back shaving attachment that is very handy for shaving men’s back part. Philips BG5025/40 is the new generation Philips Norelco Bodygroom Series 5000 revamped from the older model Philips BG2038. In this article, I’m sharing the full review of the new generation Philps Bodygroom 5000 with its pros and cons.

Overview

• You can shave or trim any body area through this Phillips Bodygroom 5000.
• You can trim/shave any hard-to-reach areas like your back side of the body and shoulders through the extra-long back attachment.
• The blades are designed very comfortably and efficiently, making contact with your skin smoothly.
• The Philips body groomer BG5025/40 comes with a hypoallergenic foil system for maximum skin comfort.
• This Phillips body grooming machine is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, providing 1 hour of running time per 1 hour of charge.
• The body groom is engineered with a showerproof design.
• The handle is made with a rubber grip.
• Cleaning and maintaining is pretty easy.

What’s in the Box?

I got the following items after unboxing the Philips BG5025 body groomer package:-

• The Phillips Norelco Bodygroom 5000 itself
• Extra-long back attachment
• 3 adjustable trimming combs
• AC adapter
• Manual

Features and Specifications Analysis

Extra-long Back Attachment

Shaving or trimming the hairs from our back side is pretty hard.

As we can not touch the back part of your body with the hand, we can rarely remove hairs from that area.

But an extra-long back attachment comes with the Philips Bodygroom 5000 package, which will allow you to shave your back without any issues.

It can easily reach any area of the men’s back side and catch all hairs.

Skin-Friendly Blades

The blades are engineered with rounded tips for smooth skin contact.

The blades are skin-friendly, preventing your skin from nicks and cuts.

The Phillips Norelco claims that the innovative shaver head can capture any hair, like – short hair, long hair, and thickest hair, in a single stroke without any issue.

Bi-directional Trimming Guards

Besides shaving, you can trim the hair with the grooming kit.

There are 3 adjustable trimming combs with this package: 1/8’’ (3mm), 3/16(5mm), and 9/32’’ (7mm) to trim the hairs.

This trimmer can handle any hair.

Phillips Norelco recommended that the user trim the hairs first and then shave for optimal shaving performance.

Full Body Grooming Kit

The Phillips Bodygroom 5000 is made for full-body grooming.

It will provide you with a comfortable grooming solution in which area you need to groom – for your back, chest, abs, underarms, groin area, and legs.

The bi-directional trim guards of this package have 3 length settings, and they can cut longer hairs easily.

Waterproof 

This body grooming machine comes with a waterproof design. The handle is fully water-resistant.

For that, you can use it under the shower without any tension. You can use this machine wet or dry.

But you will get better performance if you will use it dry.

Since this Body groom is fully water resistant, cleaning is very easy.

Lithium-ion Battery

This Phillips Body grooming machine is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery.

This battery will deliver 60 minutes of running time per 1 hour of charge.

This advanced lithium-ion battery will provide maximum powerful cutting performance.

The LED display will provide a battery notification when the battery is low and when it is full.

Warranty

Phillips North America Corporation warrants full 2 years for every shaving and grooming product from the purchase date.

Within 2 years, if your product gets damaged against materials defects or workmanship, Phillips Norelco will repair or replace your product (except cutters and blades) without any charge.

This warranty does not cover if your product damage for any accident, misuse/abuse, or lack of reasonable care.

So always handle your product very carefully.

To get all the services, keep all the included papers carefully.

45 Days Satisfactory Trial

After buying this product, if you do not feel fully satisfied with the shaving/trimming performance, you can return this product to the producer.

If you return this product within 45 days, Phillips Norelco will return your full money.

NOTE: This service does not cover over damage product (handle).

Battery Life

This Phillips Norelco BG5025/49 is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, and this battery will deliver 60 minutes of running time per hour of full charge.

#The LED Charging Indicator

• There is an LED indicator on the handle of the groomer. When you charge the machine, the LED charging indicator will flash
• After fully charging, the LED indicator will flash continuously, meaning the battery is full of charge.

#Charging

• Before using this Bodygroomer for 1^st time, charge it completely. Otherwise, the battery may damage.
• Only use the included power cord.
• When you charge this machine, be sure it is switched off.
• Recharging the groomer until the battery is fully empty is not recommended.

Tips for Using This Body Groomer

This body groomer is only for the body. Don’t use it for your facial hair.

In which areas can you use this grooming kit? – Back and shoulders, chest and abs, legs, underarms, and on your groin area.

• Use the trimming guards on your sensitive areas.
• Move the groomer gently and smoothly. For optimal performance, move it against your hair growth.
• Before use, make sure the battery is fully charged.

#Trimming

Always follow the instructions in the user manual. There are 3 adjustable trimming combs for 3 different lengths.

Don’t move the trimmer quickly, move it gently over the skin, and if you are trimming for the 1st time, you should be more careful.

NOTE: trimming will be easier when your hair is dry.

• Since there are 3 trimming combs (3mm, 5mm, and 7mm), select and snap the desired trimming comb attachment onto the groomer- the teeth of the comb should point toward you.
• Now press the ON/OFF button to turn the power ON.
• To get an optimal trim, move the groomer against the hair growth. Try to move it gently don’t press it too hard.
• Always be sure the comb is fully connected to your skin.

#Shaving

Remember, this Philips Norelco Bodygroom 3500 is a body groomer only.

So, don’t use it to shave or trim your facial hair. You can use it all over the body.

You may have to feel irritations and discomfort when you shave your sensitive areas for the first time.

It is normal; adjusting to your skin will take some time.

Dry use is much better and faster than wet use. Because before a wet use, you must prepare your skin with shaving gel or foam.

• Press the ON/OFF button to turn it ON.
• Before shaving, ensure the foil is in complete contact with your skin.
• Move the shaver gently over the skin; don’t press it hard otherwise, it can cause skin irritations.

Shaving with The Extra Long Back Attachment

• 1^st of all, you must press the release button to open the back shaving attachment.
• Then place the grooming machine in the lower part of the ‘’back attachment’’.
• You must press the on top of the ‘’extra long back attachment’’ holder until it locks.
• Now, switch ON the groomer and shave your back by moving the handle up and down.
• This handle can be folded to different angles.
• Pull the groomer towards you until it releases from the holder to remove the groomer from the extra long back attachment.
• To close the back shaving attachment, you have to press the release button again and then push the handle against the holder.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Since the Philips Norelco Bodygroom 3500 is water-resistant, cleaning this device is easy.

And there is no risk of water causing problems.

The manufacturer recommends cleaning the groomer after every use.

Proper cleaning and maintenance will give you a long-lasting optimal shaving/trimming performance.

• Before cleaning, be sure the groomer is switched off.
• Remove the trimming comb from the groomer.
• Now you must remove the shaving head by pulling it off the groomer handle.
• Hold the shaving head under running water to remove loose hair and debris.
• Now clean the hair chamber with a cleaning brush, even you can rinse the hair chamber.
• For hygienic cleaning, you can use a bit of liquid soap.
• Don’t use cloth or tissue to dry the cutters and foil, it may break.
• Let them air dry.

Warning

To minimize the risk of electric shock, fire, injury, or any electrical accident to persons:

• Close supervision is essential when you will apply it to children or invalids.
• Never charge the groomer beside the skin or bath tab where it can fall into the water.
• Only use the included AC adapter.
• After a full charge, unplug the groomer immediately from the electrical outlet.
• Try to follow all the instructions in the user manual.
• It is a body grooming kit, so don’t use it for your facial hairs or your head hairs.
• Before connecting the adapter to the electrical outlet, check it. Never connect a damaged cord to the electrical outlet.
• Keep the groomer and its charger away from the heated surface.
• Before use, always check the trimmer, foil, cutter, and blades. If they are damaged, don’t use it without replacement.

Pros

• Fully waterproof.
• The hypoallergenic foil is very good for skin, even sensitive skin.
• Multiple trimming heads for different hair lengths.
• The extra long back attachment handle helps me reach any body area.
• Good Battery life.

Cons

• Not for facial hairs. Need to buy a facial shaver separately.

Verdict

It is a popular body groomer, and most customers provided positive reviews.

Where some users have negative reviews, too, my rating of this shaver is 4 out of 5, and if you are looking for a dedicated body groomer, you can try this.

It’s risk-free, as you can return it to the dealer in case of dissatisfaction within 45 days.

If you are looking for a groomer with facial hair shaving and trimming capability, rather select the Philips Norelco Bodygroom 7000 instead.

But there is no back grooming attachment with the Philips Norelco Bodygroom Series 7000, whereas you get the long back shaving attachment with the Philips 5000.

The Philips Norelco Multigroom 7000 will also be great for whole-body grooming, including face and head.