Are you among the countless individuals bothered by thick body hair, be it on your face, legs, or armpits? With the summer of 2024 fast approaching, it's wise to start considering an at-home hair removal device. Ulike has recently launched its upgraded hair removal device, the Air 10, boasting significant improvements in technology and hair removal efficiency. However, some users have noticed that despite its impressive features, the Air 10 is priced lower compared to the Braun IPL Silk Expert Pro, which was released two years ago. This raises the question: is there something dubious behind this apparent discrepancy?
This article is a comprehensive comparison and contrast between the two most powerful IPL devices in 2024: Ulike Air 10 and Braun Silk Expert Pro 5.
Ulike Air 10 Vs. Braun Silk Expert Pro 5: Compare & Contrast
Comparison Basis |
Ulike Air 10 |
Braun Silk Expert Pro 5 |
Price |
£309 |
£399.99 |
Weight (in grams) |
815 |
285 |
Pain Level Decision |
Nearly nearly painless |
Can be painful in sensitive areas like the facial region |
Intensity Levels |
4 |
10 |
FDA Cleared |
Yes |
Yes |
Treatment Time (in minutes) |
10 |
15 to 30 |
Skin Tone & Hair Colours |
Light skin tone with dark hair combination |
Light skin tone with dark hair combination |
Warranty Period |
2 years |
5 years |
Energy Consumption |
26 joules |
Not declared |
Which One Is Better: Ulike Air 10 or Braun IPL Hair Removal?

This section highlights the differences between the IPL hair removal device models in detail.
Product Design
Braun has designed the product keeping in mind product design appeal. The overall weight is 285 grams. Girls with limited strength may find it more comfortable to use lighter weights. Additionally, the smaller size of the lighter weight makes it more convenient to carry.
Ulike, on the other hand, didn’t compromise on the build quality, which explains the overall product weight of 815 grams of Air 10. More weight indicates a thicker plastic body, which ensures more durability and a tough design, built to last long.
Exclusive Technologies
Ulike Air 10 is packed with a number of exclusive technologies, which are absent in Braun’s Silk Expert Pro 5. These include New-gen Sapphire Ice Cooling™, SkinSensor™, DualLight™, and SHR System. On the other hand, Braun features just SensoAdapt™.
Ulike Air 10 New Technologies

New-gen Sapphire Ice Cooling™
This technology ensures that the skin remains safe from the heat that IPL beams generate. While melanin absorbs most of the IPL rays, it’s possible for the skin to absorb a portion of it. Moreover, when the light energy converts into heat energy, this technology ensures that the skin remains unharmed.
SkinSensor™
It’s possible for Air 10 to detect the skin tone and adjust the IPL beams accordingly. Such a feature gives a better user experience because it’s very common for a user to have uneven skin tones on a body part.
DualLight™
Ulike has introduced this feature to shoot two pulse lamps instead of 1 as opposed to Braun Silk Expert Pro 5. This feature is one of the reasons why and how Ulike Air 10 is able to shrink the treatment time to a dramatic level.
SHR System
Ulike Air 10 claims to achieve a more long-lasting hair removal solution, while Braun Silk Expert Pro 5 doesn’t. The main reason behind the claim is that Air 10 comes with an SHR system, which promises even longer-lasting hair-free skin, which is almost long-lasting. Maintenance sessions need not be frequent either.
Braun Silk Expert Pro 5 Technologies

SensoAdapt™
This technology resembles Ulike Air 10’s DualLight™ and the working principle and results are almost the same. Both technologies enjoy trademarked names.
Operation Modes
Ulike Air 10 features smart treatment modes for different types of treatments:
- Fast Mode: For those who want simple touch-ups or maintenance sessions. Also ideal for small treatment areas that don’t take much time.
- Normal Mode: Ideal for regular and normal treatment sessions. Also perfect for large body parts.
- High Mode: For those with non-sensitive skin and want high-intensity levels.
- SHR Mode: Perfect for areas with stubborn, coarse, long, and/or highly dense hair. Also perfect for darker skin tones.
On the other hand, Braun Silk Expert Pro 5 offers 3 modes that target better user experience and comfortable treatment.
- Normal: This is the most general intensity level meant for all general users.
- Sensitive: Those with sensitive skin shall use this mode.
- Extra sensitive: Those with highly sensitive skin, wounded or compromised skin, or young girls should use this mode.
Results & Efficiency
For those seeking highly noticeable results, the Silk·expert Pro 5 requires a usage period of 3 weeks. In contrast, the Ulike Air 10 delivers visible results within just one week, surpassing even the Ulike Air 3. This accelerated timeframe can be attributed to Ulike's cutting-edge technology, DualLight™, as mentioned earlier. If you prioritize shorter treatment durations, Ulike proves to be the superior choice.
Package
Ulike ships with all the items that are needed to complete the treatment. On top of that, Ulike Air 10 also comes with a high-quality razor, which is helpful in shaving the treatment area before the treatment. Contents include:
- Ulike Air 10 IPL device gadget x1
- Adaptor with cord x1
- Protective glasses x1
- Storage bag x1
- Safety razor x1
- Skin Gel x1
Braun ships their product with all the necessary items, which are less than Ulike:
- Silk-expert Pro 5 gadget
- Precision head
- Venus Extra Smooth razor
- Transformer including power cord and plug
- Soft pouch
Suitable Treatment Areas
Ulike is best for use on all body parts except for the testicles. When talking about other models, it’s important to do a patch test to confirm whether the model is compatible with the sensitive parts of one’s body. Air 10 remains nearly nearly painless, while those using Braun need to be cautious about potential pain in certain areas like legs and face.
Conclusion
It’s clear that Ulike Air 10 and Braun Silk Expert Pro 5 are some of the best IPL devices. But for those who want to conclude which one is a better choice: consider Ulike Air 10. The reasons behind the conclusion are clear. It’s backed with so many features and modes, which will enhance user experience. The price is highly competitive, making it value for money, owing to all the package contents, build quality, and features.