Panasonic ES-8228S

Pros: Nice, light, close shave

Cons: Long cleaning cycle, no abort option

The Bottom Line: Nice. Real nice.

Review: I go back and forth with electric and blade razors: I like the ease of use and lack of irritation that the electrics give me, but I like the closeness and accuracy of a blade. The last electric I had was a Braun - when they first came out with that ...

Pros: Fast motor speed, smooth even shave, wet shave, easy cleaning.

Cons: Expensive, hard to find in stores, 1 year warranty.

The Bottom Line: High price, but for a top end shaver that exceeds expectations. Great for tough beards.

Review: I am one of those people with a tough beard who have never had much success with electric Shavers. I discovered the Panasonic linear motor a few years ago and it was okay for me - not the perfect shave, but a time-saver that coped with my beard because ...

Pros: 1Hr charging, built in mustache trimmer, pivoting head , can be used in shower.

Cons: Price, same as cheaper Panasonic ES8109S with out gold and wood trim

The Bottom Line: If you have sensitive skin, this is probably the way to shave.

Review: I have this razor for over a year now and love it. It can be used wet, dry, with lotion, or no lotion at all. I have owned and used Norleco and a old 1970's Remington. None of them can compare to the performance, features, ease of use, and pivoting head ...

Pros: good, well-priced shaver

Cons: can't find the mandatory cartridge cleaning refills at any retail store, must order from Panasonic

Review: After reading favorable reviews, I purchased three of these last Christmas.  My sons LOVED the shaver.  But, guess what, the cleaning cartridge refills [panasonic product WES035P] are impossible to find in any retail outlet, not even Walgreens ...