Philips Reflex 5801 XL Electric Shaver

Pros: Quiet and smooth cutting.
Cons: Cost

As far as electric shavers, I believe Norelco is the best name in the electric shaver business. I have tried many brands over the years and I always come back to Norelco.

Norelco has a two-year warranty with all their shavers and a 60-day...

Pros: close shave, value for price, long run on charge, no nicks or slices
Cons: cleaning woes

The excavation performed during construction of the Panama Canal was nothing compared to the excavation performed on my face the years I used so-called "safety" razors. After donating gallons of blood to the Gillette and Schick hatchets, er,...

Pros: Long lasting blades and very durable
Cons: A little on the expensive side

First of all, when buying a Norelco brand razor, you know you are getting one of the best electric razors on the market. With the Norelco name comes the promise of good performance and durability. To back up that promise, Norelco issues a two year ...

Pros: Smooth shave, quiet motor
Cons: I didn't discover it years ago

I got this razor for Christmas this year. Actually, I asked for it, and it’s really the reason I found Epinions in the first place. I’ve been a dedicated blade man all my life, but either my skin is getting more sensitive or I’m becoming a klutz, because...

Pros: Works like the ones on teevee!
Cons: Cover has a tendency to pop off and lose itself

This was a semi-accidental purchase, found dirt cheap because the (detachable, normally reserved solely for recharging) cord was missing from its box -- still a sixty-dollar shave, but I'm not sure a larger expenditure would be justified...

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Pros: Shaves very close and holds a charge for weeks.
Cons: Sideburn trimmer just doesn't "cut" it.

I used a Braun electric razor for years, and although it didn't shave as close as a blade, it was convenient and just kept on working. I would use it occasionally when I was in a rush and didn't have time to lather-up with the shaving cream and use a...

Pros: Good cutting ability and long battery life.
Cons: Finding the replacement heads can be a pain.

Wow. How can you write a "Highly Recommendable" epinion about something as mundane as an electric razor? I dunno, but just for a grins on my chin (where them whiskers grow y'know) I'll try.

This is the type of razor I have been using for...

Pros: Quiet, nice ergonomic feel
Cons: Not a close enough shave for the money

Sorry guys, I'm just not impressed with this razor.

I've used Braun foil shavers for the last 10 years, along with a blade once or twice a week. I've always thought the blade gave the closest shave, but I like the convenience of a cordless...

Pros: Moderately priced, out-of-the-box satisfaction, easy to use, good for bald people
Cons: none

After 24 hours of razor-cut baldness, my 24 o'clock shadow was clearly appearing. Pulling a shirt over my head snagged the fabric on the dome tighter than Velcro. Now my head was never "silky smooth" to begin with, don't get me wrong. But now it was just...

Pros: easy to use, convenient
Cons: charge does not last, must purchase replacement blades

I purchased this product because I like the fact that it is cordless. I now realize I should have considered other brand names before making my purchase.

I will say that the razor is very easy to use, and the convenience is a definite plus...

Pros: Comfort Shave as close a a blade, REALLY! Money-back guarantee
Cons: battery only good for about 2 or 3 shaves before recharge

I think all of the modern Norelco shavers are nice (5000 and 6000 series). No particular reason why I picked the 5801XL over the others except that the store I shopped in had a limited selection.
It takes you face about 5 shaves to get accustomed...

Pros: Quiet, nicely balanced, price
Cons: Lacks power, doesn't cut close, especially on neck hairs

I bought the 5801XL based on the fine reviews it received in epinions.com. I was very disappointed in its performance. My beard isn't particularly thick or tough, but the 5801XL labored through it as though it were both. I didn't expect the closest of...

Pros: You can charge this razor anywhere without an adapter. Gives best results.
Cons: Cleaning can be a bear. Requires a brush to do the job right

As a person close to 80, I have had many opportunities to use all forms of shaving, from Wilkinson Blades, to Gillette Blue Blades, then to some 6 or so powered razors...and the most satisfactory by far is the Norelco. It operates as battery operated, so...

Pros: Quick and easy
Cons: doesn't shave as close as I'd like it to.

I have one of these razors. I like it for the ease of using it. If you are one that just wants to shave quick. I would recommend this, but for me it doesn't seem to give me that nice close shave. I think I'd have to use it 2 times a day to get that,...

Pros: Shaves great, battery life is very long.
Cons: The plastic cover for the head pops off easy.

I purchased a similar Remington razor 3 years ago, after it started to fall apart I tried to get replacement parts for it and it would have cost me just as much as my new Norelco. I have had my new razor for over 2 years. and I love it. I use it every day. Due to my job, I spend a lot of time in the woods and the desert. I have taken my razor with me every time. It just continues to amaze me. I get as close a shave today as I did when I first bought it. It is also just as close as the new fancy 3 bladed Mach 3's. Norelco is the way to go with electric razors.