Review (2/5): Disappointing Closeness
Having used regular razors all my life, this was my first experience to an electric razor. I was quite disappointed.
I gave the Norelco 8040X a solid week of use, thinking that it might get better over time (as their manual suggests). It did not.
Every morning after shaving I had to manually touch-up using a $2 Bic razor. This product did not come anywhere near my skin no matter how light or hard I pressed it against me. Maybe that's just how electric shavers are? I'm not sure, but they can't be this bad.
I was however impressed with the battery life (a full week on a single charge) and how quiet it is. With the shower running, I could barely hear the motor. It's waterproof, so I can use it in the shower. It comes with a nice travel case.
The sideburn attachment is a nice thought, but there was no ear/nose trimmer which I have seen in $20 Norelco sets.
As for the moisturizing part, the lotion smelled nice but it didn't really add to the experience. And from what I can see it's very expensive.
It's back to my $2 razors for me.