PhilipsShaver Series 7000 - Wet & Dry Men's Electric Shaver with SkinIQ Technology, Razor with Pop-up Trimmer, Charging Stand, Travel Case, Quick Clean Pod and 4X Cartridges (Model S7885/63)

I bought this to replace my 6000 series shaver that had only lasted me a couple of years before dying. I debated with myself re a Braun foil shaver v. Philips rotary head shaver and opted for another Philips because of several comments in reviews saying that the Braun did not give a close enough shave. One important point to note here is that I wet-shave with the shaver and would highly recommend this over dry shaving. I use a shaving gel and the shave is so close that it feels like I've used a blade. If you haven't tried using a wet & dry shaver with shaving foam or gel, I highly recommend it. The shaver glides much more smoothly over your skin and doesn't push the skin up in front of it as you move it around your face. Now to the kit: the version I bought had the cleaning pod and charging stand, plus four containers of cleaning solution; enough to last me a year. The cleaning pod can be placed anywhere, as it does not need power; the shaver powers the agitator when you slot it in; very clever. The pod seems to do a reasonable job of cleaning the head, but the shaver sits in it at an angle, and the cutter that is slightly higher than the other two cutters doesn't quite come out completely clean and free of shaving gel. A small point though. The battery appears to last for several shaves but I have not tested it to exhaustion, as I charge it every 2 - 3 days. One downside with all of these more advanced shaving systems, including Braun, is the price. I can't believe that some of these systems are over £200-£300 pounds. Find this at the right price though, and you won't be disappointed with the closeness of the shave, especially using foam or gel.

To be honest you do not need the cleaning kit, it just ups the money. Keep it simple and cost effective and just buy the shaver. I have been going back to a wet shave over the years time and time again as found electric shavers a real bind, making my face sore and taking forever to shave. I have just a normal stubble, and this shaver makes light work of it. Used very gently on the skin it does give you a close shave. Timed how long to use and it took just under 2 minutes. Well happy.

My old Philips 3000 series finally died after many years of daily use so I purchased the 7000 series as a replacement I simply cannot fault this shaver it gives me a far superior shave than the 3000 series ever did.It glides effortlessly through my daily stubble leaving a smooth shave almost as though I used a conventional razor and no irritation and to top it off a quick rinse under the tap and pop it in the cleaning system and it's ready for the next morning can't ask for more just simply superb.

The shaver itself is very good leaving a close shave. Ergonomically designed it fits the hand well and is comfortable to use and causes no irritation. However, its flaw is the inset of the shaving heads. Shaving under the nose leaves hairs that cannot be reached and I have to use a disposable razor to finish up. So, whoever designed this along with the QA need to factor this in as simply unacceptable for a respected brand and a company that has made shavers for many years. My earlier philip's shavers had no such issue. The edge is noticeably increased on this new model.But, overall worth the money, holds charge for weeks with daily use and feels robust and well constructed.

I bought this in last Black Fridays' deals. I have always used electric razors with a foil in the past, but they never seemed to tackle neck hairs and unless used every day, they would struggle with more than one days growth. The Philips shaver is quiet in use and whilst not giving a closer shave than other razors, it tackles neck hair and stubble with ease. Extremely easy to clean, so after 2months of use I am more than satisfied. The battery life is good, but my previous razor lasted longer, hence 4 stars.

Bought this shaver because it was a good deal and I needed a new saver and it was a very good name.

Wow what a shaver this is.I can safely say this is, without a doubt, the best shaver I have ever had.I was hesitant to buy it at first due to the amount of cheaper shavers available at the moment but I don't regret for a moment going ahead and getting one.The cleaning station is so easy to use and can double as a place to keep the shaver when not in use, everything else has been said by other reviewers, so if you are in the market for a top notch shaver then this one is one you should seriously consider.

great product