Shaver Reviews

I bought two to use as a backup shaver & to keep in my car for quick touchups. I love this shaver!!! Most importantly- it's brilliantly designed. When you're not using it- the shaving foil is protected by the built-in cover. I can't count how many times I've ruined shaver foils because they weren't protected by a cover. Because the replacement foil/cutter set is usually about the cost of a new shaver, I would just toss the shaver & replace it with a new one. Because this foil is protected-problem solved. Another feature I love is that the batteries aren't trapped in the shaver-they are easily replaced with standard AA size batteries. I use rechargeable NiMH batteries that I can recharge in a quick charger - I highly recommend using NiMH - the bigger the mAh number the better (bigger number = longer use between charges. One additional thing I love- the power switch is locked when you cover the foil-the shaver can't inadvertently be switched on in your suitcase and drain the batteries. One more thing - this is the least I've ever paid for a shaver - by far. I plan to buy half a dozen for gifts. So far I haven't found anything I dislike about this shaver.

I received this as a gift and love it. I have had more expensive electric shavers and like this one better. I use this more often than I use my Gillette Mach 3.

It is also small and great for traveling.

Norelco has a winner here. This razor leaves a close shave. The razor is lite and comfortable in the hand. The motor is quiet. The stainless steel head makes cleaning an easy chore. Norelco quadra is a 5 star plus product.

Several months ago I decided it was time to upgrade my electric shaver. It was time to buy new blades anyway, and the model I was using was at least 6 years old. I looked at a number of brands and models, some offering "gimicky" features such as self-cleaning or lotion dispensing. However, the thought of adding a monthly fee to shaving in the form of refills for these features was not very appealing. My six year old shaver was a Norelco, and since I had no real problems with it I decided to go with Norelco once again.

I chose "Quadra Action" because the two stage process of slots for long hairs and holes for short hairs made sense. I do not always shave every day, in part to humor my somewhat sensitve skin, so I liked the idea a system that treated longer hairs differently.

So far I have not been disappointed. The manual warns that it takes 21 days for your skin to adapt to the new shaver, but I did not experience any problems at all -- perhaps because my previous shaver was a similar design, or perhaps just because it was so bad that anything would have been an improvement. In any case, the Norelco Quadra Action shaves far quicker, smoother and less painfully than my old shaver ever did.

Norelco currently offers several Quadra Action models, which have varying finishes (and bells and whistles -- and prices), but which seem, from what I have been able to find online, to be mechanically identical. I personally bought the 6867XL, which is dark green with a green LED bar graph to display battery charge level. Also available are the 6885XL (silver with backlit LCD) and the 6826XL (dark gray with a single LED to indicate charge).

All of these models come with a two year warranty, which is nice. They also come with a carrying case: it looks good, but I would have preferred not to have to pay for it. Lacking is a car adapter, which would have been nice. It can be purchased separately, however. Overall, Norelco's Quadra Action line is not cheap, but I do recommend them as solid, no-nonsense, electric shavers.

Now this is the buisness, it shaves hard Parmesan and Soft Motzerella with equal ease. Comes with a plastic safety cover, so no danger of shaving your fingers when rummaging in the kitchen draw.

Our favorite ice shaver ever... everyone in my family owns one and it's great! It effortlessly shaves ice... just put in the ice cubes, turn the cover to lock and the machine will do all the work. Worth the extra bucks!

I bought the Norelco 6826XL online and have been using it for several months. I feel so strongly about this shaver that although I've spent quite a bit at Amazon and other online sites, I've never bothered writing a review until now.

Simply put this is the best electric shaver I've used in my 30+ years of shaving; and I've owned quite a few. I was reluctant to order it sight unseen, but I'm glad I did. It shaves smoother, more comfortably, and quicker than I could have reasonably expected. The battery hold a charge for a ridiculously long period of time. A feature I especially appreciate is the ability to rinse the heads under runing water. This alone is almost worth the price of admission. The carrying case is a bit cumbersone but I don't mind. I can't really find any faults worth mentioning. It's not perfect, but close enough for me.

This shaver offers few bells and whistles that don't directly improve shaving quality. It just shaves great, which is all that matters.

I use this every day to shave my bald head. Not as smooth as a razor but it's faster and more convenient. No scratches but it irritates my neck (all razors do this to me). I use the rotary blades to trim my beard, and the beard trimmer is very handy. This is my fourth electric razor, and by far this is the best one because it cleans easily by placing it under running water. It's about time that they made a razor that could handle that. The charge time is very long, over two weeks of daily use. Great product! It is worth the extra money.

I've had this shaver for several months now and am very impressed with its performance. I don't know if it's the "Quardra Action" or not, but it consistently gives a comfortable, smooth shave. Moreover, it's quieter, gives a closer shave, and is more comfortable to hold compared to more moderately priced shavers. The Norelco 6826XL is also easier to clean: Shake it out in the trash, then rinse under tap water. Occasionally, you might want to manually clean the cutters with the included brush.

The Norelco recharges quickly (a few hours for full recharging, several minutes for a quick one), has a nice solid feeling, and is angled for a more ergonomic experience. Furthermore, the money-back guarantee appears to be the real thing; you can't lose on this one. The shaver stops fairly soon when the battery is almost used-up; there's really no need for the more expensive models that have a charge indicator light.

Face it, shaving is subjective, and will depend a lot on your preferences, the contours of your face, and the characteristics of your hair. However, I have been very pleased with the Norelco and recommend it highly--I think the comfort, performance, construction, ease of cleaning, and relatively quiet noise level justify its price.

This trimmer is great. I got it after reading all the other reviews and I have to agree with everyone about how good a trimmmer it is. The only disappointment I have is I expected a carrying case for the trimmer, like on the picture, but it did not have one included.

This trimmer is sure to keep your lower pubic area neat and tidy! You can adjust the length, so you have control of how much you trim and how much you keep. It doesn't get you completely bald down there, but since I had read the reviews before purchasing this product I wasn't expecting it to. -For that I would suggest some Skintimate shaving cream and a Mach 3 razor. Oh, and some Bikini Zone as well. I personally prefer to just have mine neat and in order instead of completely shaved and so far this trimmer has kept me from having to deal with razor bumps.

Another plus is that it comes with a form showing you how you can order more parts if you need to. The top is adjustable and can come off for shaping up the edges and then it resembles regular hair clippers. (I didn't know about that until I had received it.) Anyway, if you lose that top part or drop it and accidentally step on it or something, you're gonna wanna replace just that part instead of the whole trimmer. It's a little less stressful for me if I know -before I use the product- that if I screw something up, I can just order that particular part.

All in all, I'm really glad I purchased this product!

*****Special Note About The Product's Color: THIS PRODUCT IS NOT JUST FOR WOMEN. MEN CAN BENEFIT FROM USING THIS TRIMMER, TOO. IT'S PRETTY GOOD.*****

During the delivery of my little girl by C-section, the doctor/nurses kept talking about how "neat" my pubic area was. They complimented the prep-nurse, who finally told them that she didn't do the prep, that I came in that way. Needless to say, I love this product and have been using it for years, both before and after the birth.

After about two dozen uses, the handle is showing signs of fatigue. The contact point where the handle mates with the top of the ice shaver is wearing down. Perhaps I am applying too much pressure? Well, it seems you have to if you want to shave the ice faster. For those who use a more gentle touch, this may not be a problem.

Other than that criticism, I must say we have been enjoying this for making "slushies" and ice coffee. If you add a teaspoon of sugar to the water before freezing, it makes shaving the ice much easier.

After using ice crushers for a few years in an attempt to create the perfect snow cone, I finally found the right and perfect contraption for the job. This shaver delicately spins out threads of finely shaven ice, just right in consistency and texture for that snow cone you may yearn for on a hot summer day. It's easy to use, simple to clean, and built sturdily. Highest recommendation for a shaver in this price category.

Even though I've never used it my 9 year old makes sno-cones for his family and friends and boast that the machine is much better than the ice shaver his friend has.

I have been using Panasonic wet/dry razors for over 10 years. In that time, a couple of times I have tried others's wet/dry units and was always disappointed. This model has a good balance of features and performance fo the price.

Panasonic makes one of the best shavers in the world. This shaver trimmed very close, and is priced very well. If you are in the market for a low priced excellent shaver, this is the one for you.

I shave very rarely (once every 3 to 4 weeks). Consequently, my shavers have to mow through a jungle at that time. I have previously used Norelco and Braun electric shavers with mixed results at best. This Panasonic handles the thickest of my beards. Granted it takes a while to get through the growth, but I truly appreciate the "Linear Motor" feature, which ensures that the razor does not slow down in direct relationship to the thickness of the beard. The speed is fast and it remains constant! As long as there is power left, which is conveniently displayed with LED lights, the shaver works its way through and I get a very close shave. Guess if I shaved more often, I would appreciate this product even more! Never tried "wet shaving", but clean-up is a snap...pour a little hand soap on the foil, turn it on and rinse under tap water. I would highly recommend this product.

Amazing! I have purchased a Panasonic ES8026 (the best panas. in our country - I think it's the same, maybe the battery is another...) only yesterday and this morning I tried shaving with with a shaving gel - I never had so close shave even with my Mach 3 razor (which also left lots of bumps and cuts on my face). I had shaved with a small travel shaver before, and the difference is great. I have very sensitive skin and shaving was always a nightmare for me. But this shaver changed everything! It glides over my face very easily and leaves almost no irritation. Beautiful!

I've had one of these for almost a year now. I think that it is great. I cuts about as close as a blade without the hassle and time. Also no nicks, scrapes or cuts. It's not real fast, but it sure is faster than getting out the razor and going through that routine. I just use it dry and dump out the clippings every few days. I wash it when it needs recharging (every 2 or 3 weeks). It seem to cut a little closer if you use shaving gel, but it is not worth the hassle for me. My sons have used it when they are home. They like it, but one says that it doesn't work well if you have not shaved for 2 or 3 days.

I think it's as good as they get. Give it a try!

I shaved with a blade for 23 years (new airport security rules eliminating sharp items in carry-ons caused me to try this shaver). When I first started shaving, I tried an electic foil razor, but it left me shaver burned and I never tried again until recently purchasing this shaver.

This is truly an example of how technology over more than two decades has improved. This shaver provides a close shave without the burn, and the automatic cleaning system works exceptionally well. I couldn't even match the performance of the automated cleaning system when performing the exercise manually with the supplied brush. No patience, I guess.

I still haven't decided whether to clean daily or less frequently even after referencing the other reviews on this site. I am committed to performing the cleanings at the frequency needed to keep the quality of the shave at the same level that it is now, but I do not think this is daily even with the limited experience that I have had to this point.

As the instruction manual suggests, it is best to shave against the grain of the whiskers. While this is intuitively obvious, I believe blade shaving is a little more forgiving when not actually following the grain. The Braun will audibly give you a good indication of whether you are actually against the grain by whether you hear the hairs being shaven or not. If you know you are not clean-shaven in a region, try a different angle to shaving until you "hear" the Braun performing the cutting. With some time, you will come to know the "contour" of the grain on your face and shaving with the Braun will be as natural as shaving with a blade but with even better performance.

OK, I'll admit it....I'm lazy. One day I just got really tired of shaving with a blade, not to mention all the money I was throwing away on all the Mach3 junk. I spent about a month researching electric shavers, usually shocked at what some of them actually cost. For that month, I shaved with a beard trimmer (Ouch!). Of course it didn't get very close, but I wasn't expecting much more from an electric shaver...boy was I wrong! It came X-Mas time and I decided to ask for the most expensive best-reviewed shaver I could find. I quickly found the Braun Syncro 7570. First of all, the shaver itself is perfect. I had never believed that "close as blade" stuff they've been saying for 10 years, but it really is true. This thing literally shaved as close as a blade, without any irritation or cuts (of course). Second, it is smart. It knows more about shaving than I do. It will end up needing less care than most of the things I own. Cleaning is fast, complete, and efficient...the LCD even inverts itself when turned upside down in the cleaning unit so you can still read it. When not in use, it sits in its cleaner like an old friend, waiting for another visit the next day (or 2 since it gets so close). I advise anyone thinking about going with an electric shaver to give this some serious consideration..I'm glad I did.

Forget everything you hate about electric shavers. This thing cleans itself in the special included stand. And this is not a useless gimick...it really works. No more getting the little brush out and taking your shaver apart. The cleaning cartridges last a good 5 months or so. Now to the shave. It is great...close and fast and a joy to use. Very comfortable on the skin. The LCD even tells you when to oil the head (just place a drop of machine oil on your finger and let the razor run as you slide your finger over the head). And, wonder of wonders, the part number for the replacement head is even included in the display. No more fishing out the owner's manual every 12 months. I really cannot say enough good things about this shaver, and I have owned them all. But now I would never own another. It is expensive, but totally worth it.