Braun 8585 Activator Self-Cleaning Shaving System
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Customer Reviews of Braun 8585 Activator Self-Cleaning Shaving System
Customer Review: Great shaver
Summary: 5 Stars
This is my second Activator shaving system; I had one of the original models and it didn't survive a 1,000 mile move, so I purchased this one last year. I've tried many high end electric shavers over the years, and I've found that none of them work nearly as well as Braun shavers, and this one is no exception. The self cleaning system is really nice, and it does do a good job of cleaning the razor provided you use it daily. A refill lasts about a month for me, with daily use. You can buy 12-packs of the refills here on Amazon, so I only worry about it once a year. I find that I have to replace the foil and blade yearly as well... so in January I buy it all in one shot and forget about it until next year. I've been looking for an excuse to upgrade to one of the new models, but the thing works so well and hasn't had any issues, so I really can't find one!
Customer Review: good shaver
Summary: 5 Stars
I am really satisfied with this shaver...i bought the more pricey model a few months ago...i think it is the Braun 8595...no reason to spend the extra money...i bought the 8585 for my weekend home and it does exactly the same job...the 8995 have an lcd display that tell you when to clean but i ignore it anyways...both leave a little hair on the neck but i simply follow with a few strokes of a dry razor after shaving with the braun and all is good...it is a much faster and cleam way to shave...no hair on the countertop...no running out of shaving cream and razors...less irritation...cordless...simply replace the cartridge every few months and you are good to go...i do not clean every time i use it...a little noisy, so i clean in the morning...the cleaning cycle takes about 30 minutes...buy it...you won't regret itCustomer Review: Brought for my father
Summary: 5 Stars
I brought this shaver as a gift for my father. His old one was well...old. It didn't shave closely and he looked kinda unshaven even when he did. We just thought that was normal, but after he started using this shaver boy did he look different. His cheeks were softer too. My mom was happy too, so I've said all that to say, he seemed really pleased with this one.
The cleaner is a great part of it too. Just don't go yanking the thing around, it doesn't work the way you would think it does. Think of the cleaner like a dishwasher, you wouldn't open the dishwasher while it was on so don't take the shaver out of the cleaner while it's cleaning.
One last thing: The cleaner is loud. So if you want to scare someone silly don't tell them about it and watch them jump out of their skin.
Customer Review: Me? Use a blade? Not anymore
Summary: 5 Stars
I have tried several electric shavers thought the years and none have given me a close shave because my facial hair grows in all different directions.
I have bought brand after brand of blade and shave cream but no matter what brand I bought, I cut my face several times a month just to get that close shave.
Well, the Braun 8585 WORKS! Not quite as close as a blade but 98% as close. No more cuts, no more expensive blades! The self cleaning system keeps it working smoothly from shave to shave.
Sure, there are other electric shavers that are cheaper but with those, you get what you pay for; a cheap shave. The Braun was worth every penny because IT WORKS!
This FORMER blade user is extremely happy and very satsfied with his purchase. You will be too.
Customer Review: No more shaving cream
Summary: 5 Stars
The last time I used an electric razor was 20 years ago. It was a Philishave Triple Head and it left ingrown whiskers, burned my face and the batteries just didn't last. I was getting tired of paying the high price for Mach 3 blades and yes I fell for the Fusion which worked beautifully but the blades require a finance plan.I decided to try an electric again. After reading all the ratings I decided to go for the Braun. When you first open up the package you can tell you are working with a company that takes it's product seriously.All the parts are well made and the shaver is a work of art.As well the shave is very close and very quick. I am converted.No more shaving cream and I think I will by another cheaper Braun for travelling as I don't want to damage this jewel.