1. "Lift & Cut" technology causes the first blade to lift whiskers sooner and higher for a second blade to cut whisker closer to the skin.
2. For easy cleaning just rinse under tap water
3. Slots and Holes pattern on razor heads maximize shaving both long hairs and stubble.
4. LED display signals amount of shave time left before recharging needed
5. 66 day full refund satisfaction guarantee

Customer Review :

Norelco 7865XL

I am trying to use electric shaver for the first time and I did not like it better than shaving with twin blade razor. I tried few times to shave and it sucks. It feels so good to go back to twin blade razor again. I think I will never try electric shaver again. It is much more painful than using a twin blade razor.

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FAIR TO MIDDELING

BLESSED WITH A LIGHT BEARD, THE UNIT DOES ME JUST FINE. CLEANING THE UNIT IS A LITTLE CUMBERSOME. FAST RECHARGE.

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Norelco

I find the product performs well and holds a charge well into 4 days. It does take a break-in period for your face and the razor. You have to stick with it through an "uncomfortable" period. Overall a very good product.

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DON'T BUY THIS SHAVER!!!

I've owned Norelco's for over 20 years now and this is the worst!
The side trimmer doesn't cut anything, the charge only lasts one week and the shaver causes a rash on my neck. My old Norelco's side trimmers always cut right so I think they ought to fire the engineer that designed this one. All the previous Norelco's I've owned had a charge that lasted two weeks so I think they are skimping out on the batteries they use. The design of the head is lousy; the stupid holes actually cause a rash on my neck.
I know they say to apply less pressure but if you do then you don't get a close shave on the rest of your face. The other thing I hate is the external adaptor on the cord. The old Norelco had a slim cord with no stupid adaptor on it. The only good thing I can say about this shaver is that it is easy to clean under warm water, but what good is this if you are not getting a close shave and developing rashes on your neck!

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Great Razor

I bought this razor for my boyfriend who was tired of shaving all the time. I gave this to him a while ago and it is still kicking and he's still using it. The built-in power indicator makes it easy for him to figure out when to recharge it. It's portable so it's great for travel and not having to bring along the recharger on every trip "just in case" is a definite added bonus. Of course, it's never going to shave as close as a traditional razor but you can't beat it for convenience.

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1. New Technology Covers 50% More Shaving Surface Cordless/Corded, Added Value: 6-Pocket Toiletry Bag
2. Patented Reflex Action® automatically adjusts to every curve on your face for flexible smoother shaving
3. Precision Cutting System: Ultra thin heads with slots to shave long hairs and holes to shave the shortest stubble
4. Easy Read 7 LED Multi-Purpose display: Battery level, battery low warning, cleaning indicator, shaving head replacement indicator
5. Superior Lift and Cut® dual blade system gently lifts hair to cut comfortably below the skin level

Editorial Review :

Norelco's Speed-XL Electric Shaving System with new technology features 3 sets of triple track blades, which covers 50% more shaving surface. Because SpeedXL covers more surface at one time it creates a faster shave, in addition, more blades create a smoother shave and more holes create a closer shave! SpeedXL Electric Shaving System also features a Patented Reflex Action® that automatically adjusts to every curve on your face for flexible smoother shaving. Individually floating heads for exceptional closeness, and a Precision Cutting system with ultra thin heads to shave long hairs and holes to shave even the shortest stubble. When you are finished with your shave, simply rinse heads under the faucet for quick and easy clean-up! Features: Superior Lift and Cut® dual blade system gently lifts hair to cut comfortably below the skin level Patented Reflex Action automatically adjusts to every curve on your face for flexible smoother shaving Precision Cutting System: Ultra thin heads with slots to shave long hairs and holes to shave the shortest stubble Individually floating heads align the razor sharp blades closer to your skin for exceptional closeness Stainless steel blades Easy Read 7 LED Multi-Purpose display: Battery level, battery low warning, cleaning indicator, shaving head replacement indicator Simply rinses clean, quick and easy Spring-release full-width trimmer is perfect for grooming sideburns and moustache Rechargeable cordless/corded: Use anywhere 1-hour full charge for up to 55 minutes shave time or 17 days cordless shave time 3-minute quick charge for 1 cordless shave Automatic charging stand Hair collection chamber, electronic On/Off switch Pearl silver lacquering Soft/hard travel pouch Protective razor head cap, coil cord and cleaning brush Lithium Ion battery Automatic worldwide voltage Full 2-year warranty

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Great Shaver

This is got to be the best razor that I have ever owned. Now, it is the
only one that I use. My husband is happy that I have my own. Now, it
is he that wants to borrow mine!!!!
It is light weight, but it performs like a heavy duty shaving machine;
packs well for trips, in its own traveling case.

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1. Personal comfort control dial adjusts heads to specific skin type
2. 2-stage cutting action/contour control for closer shave
3. Lift & Cut technology shaves below skin level for exceptional closeness
4. Fully charges in 1 hour; 6-minute quick charge feature
5. Full-width pop-up trimmer; 60-day money-back guarantee plus 2-year limited warranty

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Users switching from another dry electric razor to the Spectra will notice the difference at first shave. A plethora of features contribute to the comfortable shave that this model of the Spectra provides. First, there are three round floating heads that rotate in multiple directions to move with the contours of your face, and align the blades closer to your skin for a smoother shave. Each razor head offers two stages of cutting: slots to tackle the longer hairs and round holes to cut the stubble. Equipped with Norelco’s Lift & Cut technology, the blades even cut below skin level so not a hint of stubble is left on the face. Using the comfort control dial along the side of the shaver, users can personalize their shave by choosing from nine different settings to accommodate all skin conditions from normal to sensitive. For men with beards, sideburns, or mustaches, a full-width pop-up trimmer flips up on the back of the Spectra for specialized grooming. When shaving is complete, the Spectra simply rinses clean under the water tap. This rechargeable cordless razor is ideal for travelers, automatically adjusting to any voltage throughout the world, from 100V to 240V. Just one hour of charging on the included cord produces 45 minutes of uninterrupted shaving time, and a 6-minute quick-charge feature is helpful for sneaking a fast 3-minute shave. Battery indicators show when the razor is fully charged and when recharging is necessary. The 8825XL includes a storage pouch for travel, a coil cord, a protective cap for the razor head, and a cleaning brush. Norelco offers a 60-day money-back guarantee on this shaver in addition to a two-year warranty. --Cristina Vaamonde

Customer Review :

Very Good

After many years of using the Braun "straight blade" electric razor, I was very pleasantly surprised by how well and easily this shaved. My only disappointment is that there's no LED display for when the razor's power is low--it just stops. I still hate to shave, but for the $70 I paid for this, its great and I highly recommend it.

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Great Electric Shaver

Philips Norelco 8825XL Spectra Rechargeable Cord/Cordless Men's Shaving System This is the best shaver that I ever had. It does a great job & gives you a very close shave. It doesn't leave your face with a razor burn. I like a very close shave & this gives me what I want.

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you won't be sorry

Used over one year - very satisfied. I bought another Norelco, cheaper than this one, for a back-up and was surprised that it did not shave as well as this one. Based on my experience, the more expensive Norelco models shave closer and more efficiently. If you have the money, spend it. I am going to try the newer Arcitec model (which is now Norelco's top of the line) to see if it is equal or better.

PS: For those looking for the same shave they get from a wet razor - stop fooling yourself - electric is a timesaver, not an equivalent shave.


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So far so good!

I have had this product for only one month. As of now, I am delighted. It handles well, shaves closely, and holds the charge for a week. I have had Philips product for many years, and this is a good one.

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great shaving system

great product, quiet, recharges very quickly, my husband loves it. Would definitly reccomend for anyone with sensitive skin.

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1. The world's only rotary razor that pivots and flexes to ensure constant contact with your face
2. Up to 50% more shaving surface for a faster, smoother, closer shave
3. Jet Clean System--automatically cleans and charges for a superior shave day after day
4. Personal Comfort Control--three comfort settings that adjust to your skin type for maximum comfort in sensitive areas
5. Precision Cutting System--ultra thin heads with slots to shave long hairs and holes to shave the shortest stubble

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Keeps falling apart!

It's a pricey razor yet it keeps coming apart! The hinge used to hold on the head is made out of really bad metal that twists and rusts and the head comes off very easily as a result. I wouldn't trust Norelco ever sice the merge with Phillips. To add insult to injury, the head fell on the floor by accident and it shattered to pieces. I busted out my Gilette fusion and got a much better shave in seconds flat with none of the hassle. Goodbye Norelco and goodbye electric razors.

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My first Norelco

This is my first Norelco. I read a lot of bad and good review and I still decided to get it. I won't say it is bad but not as good as I would think by comparing with other electric kind. Never compare with the manual one.

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Good Shaver...Poor Cleaner

I happen to like rotary shavers as opposed to foil so I happen to love this one. It's quiet, shaves fast and keeps a charge for a long time. I replaced a Braun foil which was a good shaver, but it was too loud and I didn't like how hot it became after shaving for only a few seconds. I also seemed to replace the foil more than necessary because it would break apart. One thing Braun has perfected though is the cleaning system. I don't know if Norelco decided to rush some sort of cleaner into production to compete with Braun or if it's just not as easy to design a cleaner for a rorary shaver, but the Jet Clean system is a joke and can only be understood fully by users of the Braun system. I do like the shaver though and got it for a good price on Amazon so I just put the Jet Cleaner in storage (maybe it should go in the trash :)) and I rinse the shaver under water to clean it which works very well.

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Good for face. Ok for head

I recently started shaving my head and looked at the cost of cartridge razors and replacing them weekly or every two weeks. I thought an electric would save a lot after the initial cost of the razor.

Face Shaving: Reasonably fast and a no stubble cut. I don't have a full beard so the razor is more than adequate to cut my mustache, chin, and front part of the neck. Due to the direction of hair growth you might have to make a couple of passes over the same area. I can have a smooth shave in less than 5 minutes, rubbing with or against the grain.

Head Shaving: This takes about 20 minutes with the electric alone. You have to go slow or make several passes to get everything. The time tradeoff isn't that great so I've gone back to blades for head shaving. Where the razor really comes through is touch up work after using a blade. Since hair on the scalp grows in different directions, you're never going to get it all unless you really carve up your scalp. An electric lets you work an area in a circular motion and get all the stubble. It's also really good for times when you aren't near a sink or you've got some annoying stubble you need gone right now.

I wouldn't sell the razor now that it is part of my routine and I doubt there is such thing as a perfect razor. If you want to go electric then it's a good razor. If you want to use it on your head, keep in mind that it won't be your primary razor and you'll be bringing it with you keep things smooth until you can get to a blade.

Keep in mind I'm picky (and so is my girlfriend). A good shave means you should be able to rub your fingers across the skin surface from any direction and not feel stubble. I think a combination of blade and electric will help you get close to the perfect shave.

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WORKS FINE

WORKS FINE I,ve even sent one back for warranty work they sent me a new one.I got my Dad,Brother one too they like it.......

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1. Razor head pivots and flexes to ensure constant contact with your skin
2. Speed-XL heads provide 50-percent more shaving surface
3. Three comfort settings adjust to your skin type
4. Ultra-thin heads have slots to shave long hairs, and holes to shave the shortest stubble
5. Patented reflex action system and "lift-and-cut" technology deliver the smoothes, closest, most comfortable shave

Customer Review :

Wow.. what a shaver

The fact that you can hold this under tap water to clean it is alone a great feature. But there is so much more, including the way it shaves your face without pulling on your beard even if it is long (most times for me). It also has a nice battery indicator screen and notifies you when you need to clean the thing. The battery lasts forever, seriously it is sometimes hard to believe how long it lasts.. buy this shaver, it is awesome.

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A great razor with nice options.

I really like this razor. This razor avoids a lot of the useless options and has many useful ones (like the lcd display with battery life - which is very nice if you travel often like I do). It shaves well and comes with a hard travel protective case (good for travel as well). If you can find it at a great price, buy it.

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Best Shaver I've Used So Far

I'm almost 59 years old and have been using an electric shaver (almost always Norelco) since I started shaving at 13. I've been using this shaver for about a month. I find it gives me a much closer shave than my previous Norelco and is much faster to boot. I seem to average about 4 minutes for a shave. The display indicates 85 minutes of shaving on a full charge. When I got down to 7 minutes the display then rapidly counted down to zero, curious. The charging cord now has a small transformer lump on the outlet side making it bulkier than the cord only arrangement on my old Norelco. While a nice zippered case is provided for the shaver, there is no provision for packing the charger cord. The included stand seems a little flimsy. The manual warns not to keep the shaver plugged into the charger continuously or battery life would be shortened. The manual further warns that the shaver should be charged no longer than 1 hour after the initial 4 hour charge. I don't know why there couldn't be an electronic circuit to limit the charge without having to worry about causing battery damage. Cleaning the head is a simple matter of rinsing under hot water. I admit that I'm a hopeless techie and I do enjoy the digital display however if you wanted to save $50 you could get the model without it and still have much of the same functionality.

Bear in mind that satisfaction with a particular shaver is very subjective and variable. I have a moderately coarse beard and no significant ingrown hairs. My ethnicity is east European Ashkenazim. Your experience may vary.

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smooth shave

I purchased this razor for my husband and he loves it. Gives a very close shave for smooth skin, lasts forever and has a big display.

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my new norelco 9190xl is best shave ever and very easy to clean

the norelco 9190xl razor gives me my best shave ever. it is also very easy to clean. amazon shipping and tracking were superb.

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