More shaving surface is better.
After using a Braun, Panasonic, and a Norelco (with only single blades) I thought I would try the new design with 3 blades in each of the three heads.<br /><br />  The best feature of the Braun was the ability to lock the on/off switch when traveling.<br /><br />  I bought the Panasonic because of the Linear motor.  It also had the fastest motor speed.  It doesn't get slower as the battery drains.  I think the motor was actually too fast to get a great shave.<br /><br />  My old single blade Norelco (8894XL) is great.  The motor seems too slow at first and the shave takes a little longer, but I liked the results and the way it looks and feels.  It was time to replace the blades again, so I decided to go for newer technology.<br /><br />  The new one (9160XL) has more shaving surface and is quieter.  It doesn't have a digital readout like my last one, but it can work with a cord if I don't re-charge it in time.  It still has that great Norelco feel.  I don't think it's any faster, but I get a better shave in the same amount of time.  I need to re-charge it about once a month.  I checked around for price.  Amazon won by $30.
Rating: 5 stars