Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #9605 in Health and Beauty
• Brand: Philips
• Model: 8710103204060

Features

• Recharegable & Mains
• Multi-purpose LED display
• Replacement head/cleaning indicator
• Worldwide Auto Voltage 100-240V AC
• Speed-XL shaving heads
• 3D Contour Following System
• Unique Reflex Action System
• Individual floating heads
• Precise Cutting System
• Super Lift & Cut
• Washable
• Charge time (in hours): 1
• (Up to) number of mins from full charge: 55
• 3 minute quick charge
• Pop-up trimmer
• Jet Clean & Charge
• Deluxe travel pouch
• Shaving head protection cap
• Cleaning brush

Manufacturer's Description

Philishave Speed-XL has a new and unique shaving system innovation: Speed-XL Shaving Heads have up to 50% more shaving surface giving them more cutting action than ever before. More shaving surface shaves you faster; more precision blades shave you smoother and more micro holes shave you closer.

Speed-XL Shaving Heads Up to 50% more shaving surface with the three shaving heads for precision cutting and a shaving head protector cap to protect the heads.

Super Lift & Cut Dual blades lift hair away from the skin before being cut. Stainless steel blades give a comfortably close shave.

Reflex Actions Automatically adjusts to every curve on your face for flexible, smooth shaving.

Precise Cutting System Ultra thin heads with slots to shave long hairs and holes to shave the shortest stubble. The precision cutting blades provide closest shave possible.

Jet Clean & Charge Thoroughly washes, dries and charges your shaver with no mess or fuss to ensure peak performance every day!

Customer Reviews

The HQ8170 is a winner
I have been a wet shaver for some 25 years. I have tried battery-operated electric shavers but they have never quite reached the grade. I have dark hair and strong bristles meaning that by lunchtime I look as if I haven't really shaved at all that day! The drawback with wet shaving, as most will know, is cutting yourself and it always happens on those important days when you have a job interview, or a wedding to go to, and you need to put that crisp, clean white shirt on without getting blood all over the collar!!

I purchased my HQ8170 only about three weeks ago and was sceptical to say the least and a little hesitant about shelling out over £100; it seemed a bit of a gamble. What a superb purchase it has turned out to be. I thought at first that the blades didn't seem to be rotating fast enough and it was very very quiet. But, the shave really is as close as my wet shave and my beard does not start reappearing till well late in the day.

The design is a very modern, ergonomic one and the key to its success is the fact that it has 3 sets of blades in each of the three rotating heads; it really makes a difference. Another issue I have had with electric shavers is they miss the odd hair on the neck and that can end up in-growing; this has not happened with the HQ8170. It has all manner of flashing lights on the front to tell you of remaining battery life, when it needs cleaning and when the blades need replacing. As far as cleaning goes, I have been traditional so far in using the brush that comes with it to individually clean the parts. It comes with this elaborate "jet-clean system" and a bottle of blue stuff which is supposed to last a month or so. What you do is pour some of this stuff into the tray and place the shaver upside-down into it. Quite frankly, it's a bit of a muchness and gives Philips the opportunity to charge a bit more for a very good shaver.

In summary, a very very good substitute for wet shaving and even though I think it is a little over-priced, it makes it easier to bear when I think about how much I was spending on expensive Excel blades and shaving foam. Plus I know I am not going to mess up my shirt collars anymore!!

Speed XL Review
I would definately urge anyone to buy this shaver. You really can tell the third set of shaver rings has been added, as the shaving time is much less and smooth. Cleaning is easy, FIVE STARS for Philishave HQ8170cc.

The HQ8170 could do much better!
I have bought an earlier model 6 years ago and was delighted with it. However, when I saw the HQ8170 advertised on Amazon, I decided to take the plunge and buy it, thinking that technology had moved on and it would give me an even better shave.

I was quite attracted by the new 3 rotary blades system, since mine only had one and the manufacturer's claims that it gave a closer shave, 50% more etc... When I tried it on, I was ever so disappointed. The shaving experience isn't any better! In fact, it takes just as long as my old one for exactly the same result.

In view of this, I have doubts about the 3 blades system and tempted to say that is a gimmick. I still recommend Philishave as it is still a very good make nonetheless but you are well advised to buy a cheaper model that will do just the same job! I praise Amazon for the 5 Star service and for giving me a full refund on this purchase, it was much appreciated!.