We compared two corded epilators: the Braun Silk-épil 3 and the Philips Epilator Series 2000.
What we looked at
Stated smoothness duration, beginner-friendly features, included accessories, and price.
The verdict
If you want a smart light that reveals fine hairs and a design made in Germany, the Braun Silk-épil 3 is the pick at £34.00. If you would rather pay £0.99 more for hair removal stated to work on hair as short as 0.5mm and a massage cap aimed at easing beginners into epilation, the Philips Series 2000 is the alternative, at £34.99 — the two are priced almost identically.
A £34.00 corded epilator with a smart light to reveal fine hairs.
A £34.99 corded epilator with a beginner-friendly massage cap.
Braun Silk-épil 3, Corded Epilator, Includes Shaver Head and Trimmer Comb — Smart Light
Intended for: Marketed as a corded epilator stated to give up to 1 month of smooth skin, with a massage roller cap to help reduce pain sensation, a "smart light" to reveal fine hairs, and a shaver head plus trimmer comb included. The listing states the epilators are made in Germany.
What we liked
- Made in Germany, per the listing
- Smart light stated to reveal fine hairs so none are missed
- Massage roller cap to help reduce pain sensation
- Includes a shaver head and trimmer comb
- Slightly cheaper than the Philips on these listings
Worth knowing
- No stated minimum hair-length figure, unlike the Philips' 0.5mm claim
- No massage cap specifically aimed at beginners
Best for
- Buyers who want a smart light to spot fine hairs
- Anyone who prefers a German-made design
- Those wanting the slightly lower price
Not ideal for
- First-time epilator users who want a dedicated beginner mode
- Anyone chasing the shortest stated hair-length claim
Philips Epilator Series 2000, Corded Epilator for Body and Sensitive Areas — Best for Beginners
Intended for: Marketed as a corded epilator stated to give up to 4 weeks of smoothness, removing hair as short as 0.5mm from the root, with a massage cap designed to ease beginners into the epilation sensation, an anti-slip handle, and a set including a cleaning brush, massage cap and shaving head with comb.
What we liked
- Stated to remove hair as short as 0.5mm from the root
- Massage cap specifically designed to ease beginners into epilation
- Anti-slip handle for a secure grip, per the listing
- Includes a cleaning brush, massage cap and shaving head with comb
Worth knowing
- Costs £0.99 more than the Braun on these listings
- No stated smart light feature for spotting fine hairs
Best for
- First-time epilator users who want an easing beginner mode
- Anyone who wants the shortest stated hair-length claim
- Buyers who want an anti-slip grip
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants the lowest possible price
- Buyers who specifically want a German-made design
