Philips Norelco just keeps at it. They have yet again provided us with a high quality shaver. If you’re not opposed to spending a bit more than what other electric shavers cost then we have the best electric shaver for men.
The Norelco S9721/87 feels as though it was crafted just for your face. It’s 3 heads work separately and in 8 different directions following the contours of your face while cutting 20% more hairs in one stroke.
Inside each head you will find V-track precision blades. Without the tugging and pulling of hairs the V-track precision blades trim hair so closely while giving a more comfortable shaving experience.
FEATURES
- Cuts 30% closer than other shavers
- 3-speed setting
- Digital interface (tells you when battery is low, cleaning is complete, needing replacement parts, and travel lock indicator)
- The SmartClean System cleans/lubricates/charges/dries your shaver.
Let’s get a little more skin deep with this product. Let’s talk the pros and cons.
PROS
You can dry shave or use gel foam. A few consumers have suggested that the dry shave feels better on their skin versus gel but your mileage may vary on this one.
This shaver comes with a 3-speed setting, which is great news to those with sensitive skin and that find high speeds too aggressive for their face.
Provides a closer shave than its counterparts. The closest you can achieve without using a straight razor. There is minimum irritation and it leaves your face feeling soft and smooth.
Its 3-rotating heads move in 8 directions cutting 20% more hair.
The battery life appears to be top notch. Lasting a lot longer than most with its lithium-ion battery. The only complaint by a few consumers were that they wish the display revealed minutes left as opposed to percentage left.
This shaver is also equipped with a travel lock feature preventing the shaver from accidentally turning itself on while on the move.
Provides a very quiet shave.
CONS
There is an initial 21-day grace period before you can achieve optimal results. Some consumers have experience needing fewer days than what the owner’s manual suggest, but to expect the full 21-days in order to not feel let down. If it doesn’t give you the shave you deserve once the 21-days has passed Philips does provide you with a return and refund promise.
Another flaw could be its cleaning station and I say, “Could be” because there seems to be a 50/50 on this. An even number of consumers have complained and complimented its cleaning station leaving it a “hit or miss.”
There were a few complaints about the trimmer not being attached to the shaver leaving it a nuisance and it can’t be stored with the carrying case.
This next flaw may not be an irritant for most but it is still noteworthy. The placement of the power button may get in the way depending on how you like to hold your shaver and can find yourself accidentally turning the power off as you shave.
The cost of this shaver is a bit pricey but makes up for it in quality performance.
IS THIS SHAVER WORTH THE HIGH COST
Without beating around the bush, yes! This shaver holds to its promises of providing a smooth clean shave and it does give a real close shave in comparison to other models out there. The battery life is excellent to where some consumers have mentioned that the initial start up charge lasted them nearly two weeks!
The cleaning station is a “hit or miss” because there is an even number of reviews I’ve read saying yes or no to the performance of the cleaning station.
The Philips Norelco Sensotouch 3d is also highly recommended for those with sensitive skin because the 3 speed settings allow you to choose what speed your skin is most comfortable with and the shaver doesn’t tug or leave razor burn, providing you don’t go too many days without a shave like most shavers suggest.