Panasonic ARC5 ES-LV97-K Shaver with Beard Trimmer
- 5-blade cutting system
- 70,000 cross-cuts per minute, 14,000 CPM linear motor
- 16-direction pivoting head
- Beard sensor adjusts power to density
- Clean and Charge station, ER389K trimmer and case
Last refreshed Sep 28, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A five-blade shaver bundle with a linear motor, a beard sensor, a clean and charge station and a separate beard trimmer. The listing does not state battery run time.
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ASIN: B0DQXVKC76Model: ES-LV97Category: Electric Grooming Sets
Overview
Shaving the face, neck and jawline with a pivoting head that follows contours is the job of the Panasonic ARC5. The bundle adds a Clean and Charge station, an ER389K rechargeable beard and mustache trimmer, a fiber cloth and a shaver case.
A shaver with a sensor that reads beard density and a trimmer for detail work cover most grooming in one box. The station handles cleaning and charging, though no run time or wet use is listed.
Who it's for
A man with a dense beard and a daily routine suits the sensor and the cleaning station. Skip it if you need a compact travel kit, as the bundle is large.
Pros and cons
- Beard sensor adjusts power
- Pivoting head follows contours
- Clean and Charge station
- Separate rechargeable trimmer
- Battery run time not listed
- Wet use not stated
- Accessories beyond the list vague
Performance notes
The linear motor drives the blades at high speed, and the sensor raises or lowers motor power as beard density changes. The pivoting head holds the foil in contact through the jaw and neck, so fewer passes are needed in each area.
Specifications
| Brand | Panasonic |
|---|---|
| Model | ES-LV97 |
| Included components | |
| Included components | Shaver, Clean and Charge station, ER389K rechargeable beard and mustache trimmer, fiber cloth, shaver case |
| Other details | |
| Number of blades | 5 |
| Trimmer motor | 14,000 CPM linear motor, 70,000 cross-cuts per minute |
| Beard Sensor Technology | Adjusts motor power to beard density |
| Head type | 16-direction pivoting |
| Additional features | Built-in pop-up trimmer |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Panasonic ARC5 handle thick beards?
The listing says the beard sensor adjusts motor power to beard density, and the system is described as suited to all beard types.
What is in the Panasonic ES-LV97 bundle?
The shaver, a Clean and Charge station, an ER389K rechargeable beard and mustache trimmer, a fiber cloth and a shaver case.
Does the shaver have its own trimmer?
Yes, the description mentions a built-in pop-up trimmer, in addition to the separate ER389K.
Is it a rotary shaver?
The listing describes a five-blade cutting system on a pivoting head and never calls it rotary.