The Philips Shaver Series 5000 S5466/18 is designed to provide a close and comfortable shave, but there is no guarantee that the skin will be completely smooth. The flexible 360° shaving heads and ComfortTech blades ensure a close shave that is gentle on the skin, but some users may experience a few millimetres of hair remaining, especially with thick or heavy beard growth.

The blades are self-sharpening and the curved blade caps protect the skin, but the shave may vary depending on hair type and length.