Panasonic Vortex Nano HydraClean System II - Silver

• Top of the line Panasonic ES8228 Self-Cleaning Wet/Dry shaver
• Revolutionary Nano-Technology blades for improved sharpness
• Sleek hygienic cleaning systems cleans, dries and charges your shaver
• Pro-Curve linear pivot action shaving system with 13,000 RPM motor
• Lithium-Ion battery with 1 hr. charging time

The best shave I've ever had, period.:
I'll add my effusive praise for the Panasonic ES8228S to the others here. I've been using Norelco Quadra shavers for the past 8 years, quite happily; and had Braun and Eltron shavers before that (Eltrons have Braun bodies and upgraded gold plated foils and cutting blocks). I use blades fitfully in between - liking the close shave but not liking the nicks and longer ritual. I gave up on the foil shavers and went back to Norelco because the foil shavers required more care in use to avoid burn. Plus they seemed to need more frequent foil and cutting block replacement than the Norelcos. Norelcos also let you shave in a quick swirly motion I enjoyed. The ES8228S is a different league than all of those. Unlike other foil shavers of my past, this one seems immune to shaver burn - while having all the closeness in spades. I attribute this to a remarkable synergy of technologies: the 13,000 rpm magnetic drive motor with its speed and relative lack of vibration; the curved dual thin foils with the hyper-sharp cutting blocks; the fact that the head and foil assemblies can independently move and pivot to fit your face; the excellent centrally mounted long-hair capturing cutter (the 3rd cutting block - more of a slot in between the two foils). I've always had a problem with stray long hairs down in my neck - and the ES8228S is the first shaver I've ever had that did a good job of getting these. In use, the ES8228S feels incredibly light and smooth on your face. It's loud, but there's not too much buzzing on your skin. The beard disappears very quickly and afterward your skin feels remarkable unburned. It's just flat out the best shave I've ever had. BTW - I've only been using it dry. Part of what I didn't like about blade shaving was the hot water ritual. Used wet with shaving gel it's even better - but I always end up using it dry because it's plenty good that way and I'm done quicker. The EW8228S charges quickly - about an hour for a full charge. It has a lithium ion battery which should last a long time. A big backlit LED display tells you level of charge as a percentage number. It comes with a cartridge detergent cleaning/charging unit (the "HydraClean" system)that washes and lubricates the shaver automatically; but the detergent cartridges cost $5/month ($15 for a 3 pack) list. They are currently discounted about 30% on Amazon. The HydraClean unit can charge, clean, rinse, and dry in any combination (e.g. you can set it to just charge, or just dry or whatever combination). It's a little noisy for the first 20 minutes of the cleaning cycle but then settles down. It has an odor that I find not to my liking, but the unit is certainly clean and somewhat lubricated afterwards. You can also clean the unit with water and hand soap using a an "ultrasonic" speed mode. It's very convenient and works very quickly and well. The charging cable also charges the shaver directly so use of the "HydraClean" bath unit is entirely optional. I've ended up using it once a week for the lubrication effect - and according to the docs I should be able to use it for 3 months at that usage level. I wash it under the tap after every use so it's clean as a whistle all the time. The cutter and foil assemblies cost about 1/2 the cost of the shaver - list - to replace (once again, discounted about 30% on Amazon). This is a bit high - but given the extraordinary quality of the shave and the incredibly reasonable cost of the whole unit, I'll put up with it. The cutting block is supposed to last a year and the foil two years - so it's not like you're doing it all the time. Given how good this thing shaves with a fresh cutting block, this will probably be the first shaver I've owned where I don't resent replacing the cutting block every year. All in all, it's clearly a quality unit with unbelievable performance at a real world price. Highest recommendation.

Simply the Best:
I'll keep it simple - I have used other electric razors for years and this is the best I have experienced. The shave is close and the ability to shave wet with hot lather - awesome! I tried the latest Braun right before buying this unit and shipped it back to them after two weeks for a refund. I have had a few Phillips Norelco razors and they were OK but not near as close and comfortable as this razor. I am totally satisfied.

Panosonic Electric shaver:
It is one of the best. Clean shave. High speed motor and gueit. I recommend it to every male.

Not there yet:
I've been using this shaver for about 2 weeks now, shaving almost everyday, I believe my shave is as good as its going it get with this thing. First all I have sensitive skin and shaving with a blade really irritates my face and neck, so bad that I resorted to using hair clippers for 2 years, which needless to stay I was always stubbly. I wanted a cleaner look and went back to blade and foam, again with the irritation, cuts, and break outs, so after many hours of reviewing electric shavers on the net I chose this model. I'm happy with the job it does on my face and would rate it as close as a blade on this part, but it doesn't do a good job on my neck, leaving behind patches of hairs, I have to go over and over to get most of them, which irritates my skin worst than a blade, and still there's stubble left. I found it does work better with foam, and feels better as it does get hot when used dry. So now I am debating sending it back, there are some more positives, like the excellent battery life, fast recharge, and solid Japan construction, but my neck looks like hell with the all the red patches.

GREAT SHAVER:
BEST SHAVER I EVER SHAVED WITH MY WHOLE ENTIRE LIFE ITS MUCH BETTER THEN NORELCO PHILLIP SHAVERS I BOUGHT IN MY LIFE SMOOTH AND FAST AND DOESENT CUT YOU AND YOU WONT EVEN FEEL THE BEARD ON YOUR FACE RIPPING OFF LIKE SOMEOTHER NORELECO PHILLIPS SHAVERS GREAT BUY RECOMMEND IT TO ANYONE WHO USES ELECTRIC SHAVERS