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Philips Norelco - Shaver 8800 - Black
Average customer rating
4.3
(282 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 282 reviews
5 Stars
176
4 Stars
64
3 Stars
12
2 Stars
16
1 Star
14
87%of customers recommend this product.
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237 out of
272)
Customer Reviews for Philips Norelco - Shaver 8800 - Black
Customer Rating
4
The 1290x feels good in the hands
on November 19, 2013
Posted by: winklerery
Gender:Male
The product is easy to wash, although it takes quite a while to dry.
The blades are fine, but the trimmer leaves a lot to be desired.
The blades are fine, but the trimmer leaves a lot to be desired.
Pros: it's a "cool" design.
Cons: trimmer.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting philips.com
Customer Rating
4
This product has good features, but lack other.
on November 21, 2012
Posted by: jdiaz37
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
Should have larger space for the shavings so it does not have to be cleaned so often. Also should have a travel lock so it does not discharche by itself as it happened to me.
Pros: good shaving blades, light weight
Cons: no travel lock, not enough space for the shavings
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting philips.com
Customer Rating
5
Great performance, features, and build quality!
on September 18, 2013
Posted by: J7643
Gender:Male
I owned another brand of electric shaver for 5 years and was content with it's adequate performance and convenience. However, to get a really close shave, I had use a regular razor, especially for special occasions. My old shaver's battery was starting to not hold its charge so I started to research. I read the reviews for the Norelco 1290x and bought one. The 1290x with the Jet-clean system is amazing. It shaves just as close as a razor, even when used dry. The build quality is impressive (made in Europe) and the features are very useful. The Jet-Clean system is great! It cleans and lubricates as advertised. I use it after every shave. It is very refreshing to see a high end product that is actually well made and offers luxurious performance.
Pros: well designed!, high build quality (made in europe), very useful features., jet-clean works fantasticly, close razorlike shave!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting philips.com
Customer Rating
5
Philips Norelco Shaver 8800 Wet & dry electric shaver,
on January 8, 2016
Posted by: PHBmt
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
Very good shaver. I have had several Norelco Shavers over the years and all have been very good.
Pros: good close shave if you take the time.
Cons: should be longer than a 60 minute battery.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting philips.com
Posted by: Parsonavich
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
Been a fan of Norelcos for several decades now. Still have a 88XX series as a backup and really liked the digital battery monitor and shaving capabilities. Next one was a 6XXX series, but was never satisfied with it after the higher end model.
This time I went back to top even though the shaver looked a little strange with the heads sticking out the top like palm tree. Once I shaved with it, I realized the pivot point allowed the heads to easily follow the contours of your face and neck. Combined with the Ultratrack heads and the great digital display, this is the best razor yet! Super smooth shaves and very fast.
When you rinse the heads and leave them open in the holder to dry, it looks like a scene from the StarTrek traction-beam scene. I'm starting to think the design is actually pretty cool, so I gave it a 5 also!
Pros: smooth and fast, great display and monitoring.
Cons: pricey but worth it!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting philips.com
Customer Rating
4
comfortable shave
on October 9, 2011
Posted by: technician62
Gender:Male
The razor gives a good, quick, comfortable shave. The trimmer does not cut as clean as a safety razor.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting philips.com
Customer Rating
4
Easy to use, does a solid job....
on March 2, 2013
Posted by: jimyritz65
Gender:Male
I've been looking for a new razor for a while. Had the Bond 8894 Spectra which was an awesome product. Why it is no longer offered is beyond me...Finally gave in and bought a 1290x, just couldn't live without the digital number of minutes left in the charge. The razor is easy to use, easy to clean, and fits nice in the hand. Still in the breaking in period so will have to see how close it shaves. I have a heavy beard.
My only negative comment has to do with the travel case. How are you supposed to travel with that case when you can't fit the cord or charger in it? Love to hear Norelco explain this. Just embarrassing for such an expensive razor.
Pros: ease of use, very easy to clean
Cons: travel case, flimsy charging stand
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting philips.com
Customer Rating
4
Razor performance is excellent
on October 9, 2011
Posted by: Bob1951
Gender:Male
I love my razor. I get a close even shave without any irritation. I do not like the trimmer as it is clumbsy and does not cut close. The position is awkward. Noting else about the shaver is flawed. I love it.
Pros: close clean shave wet or dry, easy to clean
Cons: pop up trimmer
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting philips.com