Review (5/5): Give it a while, give it a try.
This was the first electric razor I have ever purchased. I've been using this razor for around 3 months and I don't see why I'd ever need to buy a different model--or switch back to the primitive way of shaving with cream and a razor.
The only downside I faced with this razor is that it took about 3 weeks for my skin to become accustomed to (which they warn you about) so I can't really complain considering I was cautioned. It's true that you won't get as close a shave as you would with the standard cream and razor method, but the time you save (takes me around 3 minutes to get a GOOD shave) and irritation that will become nearly nilled makes this a great buy. Your face will thank you.