Philips Norelco 9160XL SmartTouch-XL Men's Shaver

There are a lot of comprehensive reviews here already, so I won't write much. I just wanted to confirm that this razor does cut much better than other mid-range Norelcos that I've used in the past.

After shaving with this razor, it takes until about 3:00 for my beard to grow out to the level my previous Norelco cuts to in the morning. It's also very smooth and doesn't rough up my neck at all. It's great to be able to clean it under running water everyday and the new battery is a huge step up from the old NiCds.

I don't know if it will happen again, but I got this on Amazon recently when they had it for 60% off which was an amazing deal. Even at the original price though, it's probably worth the upgrade if you're using any of the mid-range razors.

I purchased this as a backup, although it is highly rated by consumer magazines. I shave with a blade and this Norelco is quite different in speed and sound than other cheaper electric razors. Instructions say to try it exclusively for 21 days (I think it's 21). Anyway, I am unwilling to do that cause the first few days were not as close or as comfortable as a blade, and I am more accustomed to a blade.

Very quiet and reliable performance. The pop-up rinse and clean shaving head makes it a breeze to keep it in good shape for the next shave. I've always liked the Norelco rotary shaving system but decided to try a more expensive, top rated foil shaver and it was no match for me. I ended up sending it back for a refund and purchased this Norelco instead. They say foil shavers offer a closer shave but not for my beard.

My husband absolutely loves this razor. He says it is gentle on his face while giving him a great shave. He loves the rechargeable base that it sits in. Would definetly recommend to others. The best razor he has ever owned.

I've owned norelcos in the past. This is the best of them. It has a closeness adjuster which really works. It provides a very comfortable shave and the cleanup is easy. What more could you want to accomplish a necessary but not always pleasant chore.