Review (5/5): Best Norelco Yet.
This shaver replaced a Norelco Advantage (6 years old) that was shaving good but would no longer hold a charge for more than a couple of days. I can't honestly say if it shaves as close as a blade because I haven't shaved with a blade in many years.
I have used foil shavers in the past (Braun and Panasonic) and though they might shave closer than a rotary the cost to replace the foils and the nicks that you get is not worth it.
I have been using this shaver for about 3 months. During that time I have charged it only twice including the initial charge and that is using it at least every other day. At first I thought it was underpowered because it is so quiet but soon found out that it shaves much closer than my old Advantage which I thought was doing a great job.
It shaves quick and close ( Personally I think as close as a blade). When you are done shaving you just rinse it under the tap and let it dry. It doesn't get any easier than that. I have cleaned the heads once as stated in the instructions and that is easy too.
The only con is I have dry sensitive skin and have not seen any difference between the 3 comfort settings. Use electric shave before shaving and I think that you will agree that it shaves as close as a blade without the irritation.
Highly recommended and worth the price.