Philips Norelco 1280X/42 SensoTouch 3d Electric Shaver with Jet Clean System, Black
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Customer Reviews of Philips Norelco 1280X/42 SensoTouch 3d Electric Shaver with Jet Clean System, Black
Customer Review: Best rotary yet, but still needs work - UPDATED
Summary: 2 Stars
Over the years I have strayed from my linear foil shaver (Braun - currently a Series 7) for forays in to other ways of shaving. I've tried every razor Gillette has put out, an old-fashion double edge razor, and several Phillips Norelco rotary shavers. I always seem to end up going back to Braun as it has always worked best for me, despite having very sensitive skin.
When the Phillips Norelco SensoTouch 3d (1280cc) showed up last week, it had been about 4 days since my last shave (which means about 4.5mm hairs - or ~3/16in). I decided to shave half my face wet and half my face dry. I started with circular motions on one cheek with zero pressure, per the instructions, and was shocked at how easily this shaver cut the hair - not a single tug or the tiniest bit of irritation, although it takes about 10 circular passes over every inch to get all of the hair. I continued on to my neck. Here I noticed a bit of irritation, but it was much less than my Braun. I wet and lathered up the other half of my face and gave the SensoTouch 3d a try wet. In my opinion, the wet shave was much more irritating to my skin and didn't get any closer than the dry shave.
As with all other rotary shavers, sideburns and my upper lip are extremely difficult. For sideburns, this shaver has a pop-out cutter that does a good job - but it still leaves too much stubble and the round rotary head can't get close enough... making a clean line difficult.
Since my initial experience, I've shaved two more times (both dry). The shaver is doing great on my cheeks, but is still irritating my neck.
I've decided to give Phillips the 21 days they claim it takes to adjust to the razor, so I will update my review when I have made a final decision.
UPDATE: After giving this razor more than the recommended time, I've given up on it. The razor worked great on my cheeks, but was horrible for my neck. I sent it back to Philips for a refund, but they magically "lost it". I'm still waiting on my refund.
Customer Review: Not much better overall
Summary: 2 Stars
I bought one of these "latest" Philips electric razor (same model without the ) to replace the current one (also Philips brand) which is 7 years old.
Here is my personal opinion: Overall, I regret purchasing it.
Pros:
(1) shaves slightly better
(2) good looking
(3) lots of digital display which looks cool
Cons:
(1) bulky, as compared with old models (although slightly powerful which really does not make too much difference to me personally)
(2) pouch is a joke. It barely holds the shavor. You have to allocate other space for the charger etc when you travel
(3) Here comes the worst: the ridiculous design for charging: If you travel, you will have to carry the stand with you in order to charge this thing, and the stand is quite flimsy/bulky. You will NOT be able to charge the shavor wihout the stand. The manual also says: "always unplug the charging stand from the electrical outlet immediately after use, except for recharging", then why I need this stand in the first place? just to hold it upright for a good looking?
The one I have is going back to where it's from.
Customer Review: Does NOT Shave as Close as a Blade ... or a Braun
Summary: 2 Stars
I've been using a Braun for years to shave my face. One of my pet peeves is how, when shaving my neck, I have to shave six different directions at least a dozen times.
It was totally logical to me that the "counter-rotating blades" would be able to cut my beard much more quickly. Each rotating blade taking a different angle over the surface with one stroke. Totally logical ... and totally didn't work that way.
Kudos to the manufacturer for offering a trial period. I'll be returning this item with the knowledge that I'm not missing out.
Customer Review: it wasn't as expected, the trimmer doesn't work
Summary: 2 Stars
Honestly when i received the shaver, i was glad with all the features and options it has, and when i tried it was shaving well, and i am still using it, and i am satisfied from the way it shaves. however, the problem is that i tried to use the trimmer of it, but unfortunately it didn't work, and i can't return it, as i live outside US and bought it through Shop&Ship account.