The old adage is never truer, you get what you pay for. As a nose trimmer the Phillips 1500 is quite adequate and definitely gets the job done. However, as an eyebrow trimmer it simply did not work. The machine comes with an `eyebrow guard` that seems to render the machine useless. After numerous attempts I was unable to cut a single hair from my eyebrow. Without the guard I had minimal success. The trimmer on my electric shaver does a much better job. As for ear hair, I had the same problem. I was unable to get the trimmer to work properly. Again, the trimmer on my electric shaver did a much better job. So, if you need a trimmer specifically for nose hair, at this price point , you cant go wrong and I highly recommend it. For other purposes? Forget about it.
This product surprised me. It is extremely quiet and cuts without pulling hair. I had to look to make sure it was actually working. Well made product that I would recommend to anyone.
This item works well. Prior to this, I had the series 5000 which came with a second head attachment for minor shape up, sideburns, and around the ear. I prefer this head over the 5000 for nose hair and eyebrow trimming. There is no pulling or any irritation from using it. Prior to the Norelco, I had several cheap versions that would break or stop working after a month or so. My previous one has lasted for about 4 years and still works to this day. These are very quality products, especially for something used for a few seconds a week, it becomes a nuisance to replace them, so it`s great to have one that you know will work for years.
I was extremely impressed with the efficiency and versatility of this product. I used it on my mustache, nose, and ears to remove hair. The guard attachments allowed me to carefully manicure my mustache without leaving gouges.
I have used trimmers before that might as have been tweezers. Those trimmers pulled so bad my eyes watered. The packaging leave something to be desired. Felt like I was breaking into Fort Knox! The trimmer also really felt good in my hand.