Philips Series 9000 SensoTouch

Exelent – Used daily and after 4 years still doing the job without any problems. I would say this is the best shaver I have had and good money in purchase. I have ordered new blades but just for spares for now. Totally happy. As an update - now 5 years and most impressed. Show details ·  1

Cut-throat quality shave (close as a razor), amazing cleaning system, best product I’ve ever used – Used every second day and like-new every time thanks to SmartClean Shaving gives result on par with best razor you could get Cleaning system is amazing, works well, spotless results Convenient for travel Shaver burn/skin irritation will ONLY occur (as with ANY electric shaver) if you have not used an electric shaver for a year or so - to prevent… Read more ·  2

this, for the first week of using ANY electric shaver, apply a quality face moisturiser after shaving - just for first week while your skin adjust to electric shavers, compared to a razor. This IS NOT a flaw of this product, but rather a consequence of changing from a razor to electric shaver. That said, this shaver has the least irritation anyway

Only question is - does the cleaning liquid become mixed with the hair from shaver? That is, after shaver used and placed in cleaner...the next time I use it will it squirt fluid that has loose hair on it, onto the shaver? How does the system prevent this? Is there a filter?

Haven’t noticed anything like that and could not have higher review! Just curious how it does this!

Worst excuse for a shaver EVER! – I have used Phillips Shavers for 40 years and I was sold on the quality. Bought them for my son's as teenagers. Need a shaver get a Phillips, too easy. Well couldn't get new heads for my old shaver so went to shaver shop about a year ago and they sold me a cheaper model of the 9000 (without the bath). It would fall apart in my hands daily and… Read more

I would search for the head pieces on the floor!Those orange plastic retainer clips were useless. After 2 weeks returned to Shaver Shop and luck was in, the Area Manager was in store. Despite my receipt she accused me of buying it on the net and dismissed me. Wife stepped in, sent me back and the lovely assistant, sucker that I am, replaced it with the S9551/31 and I paid the upgrade difference. I can report it is the same piece of junk, it falls apart frequently and does the worst shave ever. It feels and acts like a cheap piece of junk. Sorry I am never buying another Phillips Shaver and am never going to the Shaver Shop again.

Closest Electric Shave Ever – I've owned Braun and Panasonic foil wet/dry shavers over the past 30-odd years. For the past 8 years I've used a Philips Powertouch shaver, which always gave a very comfortable shave, but not particularly close. I usually had to finish off with a disposable razor and could always shave off more with it. I upgraded to this 9211/13 two months… Read more ·  1

ago and what a difference! Just as comfortable as my old Powertouch (no nicks, grazes or rash), but it's as close as a blade. After a bit of practice, when I went to finish off with the disposable razor I couldn't get any closer. It's quick too - it powers through the old-growth forest that is my 3-day stubble without slowing down and the pivoting mechanisms mean that the whole head is always in contact with your skin.

You can't use this shaver when it's plugged in (not a good idea when it's wet anyway), but a 5 minute charge from flat will give you enough juice for one shave. Full charge lasts me over a week, so I don't to take the charger with me unless I'm traveling for longer. It has a handy 'lock' feature to prevent it accidentally starting while in your luggage.

Those who have given negative reviews of the 9000 series shavers might not be following Philips' instructions: Use light pressure and move the shaver in a circular motion. Note that it's going to take about 2 weeks of daily shaving for your skin to settle in to a rotary shaver if you haven't used one before. I always use it wet - no real need for shaving foam or other 'product' - I just wet my face and the shaver head and keep them wet. It's a lot smoother and you don't get any dry whiskers flying anywhere. Pop the head off and rinse under the tap, shake dry and you're done (no need to splash out on a model with a cleaning station).

You can use a bit more pressure and move against the grain in trickier areas, such as right under your nose, but don't start out trying to use this like a foil shaver. I considered going back to a foil shaver for a closer shave, but what put me off at the time was the noise. Philips shavers are whisper quiet, especially when compared to the buzz-saw effect of the Panasonic linear motor. Now that I have an electric shave that's closer than any foil shaver I owned I'm never going back.

Brilliant, changed from foil shaver and no looking back – After owning a Braun for nearly a decade, then a Panasonic for at least the next decade, I was long accustomed to foil shavers. I'd heard they were the best, but I always found the noise to be obnoxious and I regularly got some razor burn (especially from the Pana) - I don't have a thick beard but it seems I have sensitive skin. Anyway, I decided… Read more ·  1

to bite the bullet and try a rotary shaver, and now wondering why I didn't do it sooner. Some complain that it takes longer with rotary, but considering I had to use shaving oil with the Panasonic to minimise burn, this shaver is way faster in total, and so comfortable to use. Total convert, very happy.

Great unit but you pay for it – Very nice unit, super close shave I keep on cleaning it after every use (it is wet and dry) and then dry it out. Dont want face oil to kill the blades early as they're expensive to replace as well. Not cheap but excellent. Replaces a lesser previous philishave Show details

to buy Phillips or not to buy – Have owned 3 phillips shavers over 40 years and find the replacement cost of the shaver head disgustingly expensive. My shaver has stopped charging and I am faced with buying a replacement shaver. I am concerned with the reviews i read here. Most are very negative. I also have a Braun which is 30years old and still going strong but I find the phillips a more comfortable shaver on my face. Show details ·  1

A product that I can live without – Philips has a return policy and cashback offers on every single shaver model but not SP9860/13 why only God know why. the shaver according to Shavers Shop where I bought It from is not suitable for my hair, but according to Philips that is not their problem, it is the Creator problem. now don't buy a shaver that does not have a return warranty.

Terrible screeching noise – Shave every day but screeching noise is so loud my wife hears it two rooms away. Have to go back to Braun razor. emailed Norelco but no reply to date Show details

Terrible Noise – Makes an absolutely awful noise now. Have replaced the head and sure enough the noise came back. So disappointed. Don't use the shaver all that often but it's had problems pretty quickly.

Poor shave – Not a very close shave ever since I bought it 18 months ago seems as if the cutters were never sharp I have always bought Philips and never any problems  Show details

Stop working just after charging – 1. My shaver stop working just after being charged. Contacted customer service but got no response, no after sale service 2. I also noted while shaving, the cut hair falls all over your shirt. Show details

It doesn't do what I bought it for.... A Close Shave – I'm happy I still have my old Norelco. I use it to hit the areas and stubble the new Phillips S9031 leaves behind. I hate that I bought 3 based on the nice look. One for me and one each for my sons. Show details

Not as good as the old Philishaves – I am a long time user & Devotee of Philishaves - must have owned at least 6, always bought the top of the line and always happy - UNTIL the S9711. Overtime I unwittingly didn't notice how long it was taking to shave and how the shave was pretty average, until I went back to an old (2 incarnations earlier) model Philishave of mine. The old XLHQ9195… Read more

shaves in less than 1/2 the time, closer and handles longer stubble SO much better. Still the old blades in this - the HQ9 head. I can't believe they have got it so wrong! I called Consumer Care team and they had not read the feedback nor did they have access to the product review website. I pretty much take this as they are not interested.

Poor Quality Shaver Philips Really disappointing – I have used Philips Shavers for 35 years and this is the worst quality shaver I have ever owned. It just does not shave as quick or as good as previous shavers I have had from Philips. I purchased new blades thing the original blades may have been lemons but the new blades are no better. Very disappointing Philips. I am looking for a new shaver and may not buy a Philips shaver again.. Show details

The worst shaver ever – I have been using a Philips shaver for the last 50 + years and this S9000 series is the worst, most expensive shaver ever. It does not do anything except leaving a lot to be shaved. So don't waste your $500.00 on such a shaver and go for a cheaper one like I did in series 5000 Show details

my best shaver ever – After almost 3 months of use, I am very confident to recommend this shaver. I used Braun Series 9 for a while before, personally I choose Philips S9000 Prestige one with 4 clear points: 1. Braun sometimes pulls hairs out, it feels terribly pain. This is the main reason I returned it back. 2. Braun will get hot very quick if you use dry shave. 3.… Read more

Braun has much more noise than Philips 4. Philips is more quality built and feels "prestige" lol Both achieve very similar smooth result. Philips is very quite and easy to use. It requires charge once over 3 weeks with daily use.

The best shaver so far and great customer service – I have purchased this shaver a little more than a year ago. It shaves very close and doesn't cause any irritation. Wet or dry shaving - irrespectable. I tend not to shave as often during weekends and holidays so sometimes it has to battle up to 5 day old beard. Still I feel that it does the job exceptionally well. Battery life is enough to get me… Read more ·  1

through two weeks (I shave every other day).

Now the best part - customer service. My cleaning station have started to leak. I have reached out to customer service and they have offered to sent new one. Have received it and it works perfectly.

Very happy customer overal. This is my third Phillips shaver and I will remain loyal customer.

So Far So Good – Bought the Philips 9111-12 electric shaver (discontinued model) at a reasonable price and was hoping it would not be a dud. well, to my surprise, this little guy does a great job for my short but stubbornly strong beard. The charge is really fast. It sits well in my hand and it is easily transferred from left to right hand for easy shaving.… Read more ·  1

Cleaning is a breeze. For me, (might be different for others) wet seems to work better (I use a foam). Only con - it has no stand, so I let it dry after I clean it with water and after it is dry I place it in my drawer. Overall, if it lasts the 2-year warranty or more I got more than my monies worth.

Too expensive, not good value – Blades go blunt too quickly, I only shave every 2nd day and still the blades are almost useless after 6 months. It’s a pity because recommended blade change is every 2 years??? Blade replacements are far too expensive! I gave up and bought a Braun

Expensive replacement shaver heads – The Philips 9000 shaver gives a reasonably close and quick shave. Cleaning is easy. The shaver heads last 1 – 2 years and then need replacement (otherwise, the blunt shaver heads give a poor shave). The replacement shaver heads are ridiculously expensive, currently costing $89.95 per set. You can get a entry-level Philips shaver for this price.… Read more

This is price gouging at its worst. The manufacturing cost is probably a few dollars. Would recommend looking at cost of replacement blades when considering your new shaver purchase.

Worse razor i have ever used – I have used a cheaper phillips razor which cost me around $65. After many faithfull years of great service and pretty good shaves I decided to spead up on a top of the range model razor again from Phillips. A Pillips 9000. The sales person assured me it was a great shaver with multipull cutting angles. So because i was so happy with my old razor,… Read more

a cheaper Phillips i spent the $300 odd dollars on this razor whick was on special. Worse thing i ever done hardly cuts a nights grow of my face no matter how long i shave for. I'll never buy another phillips again. And you my say did i give it a fair chance. Well is a year and a half a long enough chace. Thumbs down to this crappy Phillips 9000 razor.

Very Very Poor – Purchased shaver 16 months ago and gives a very, very poor shave. I have been told by the "Shaver Shop" I need a new head @$89.00 and they only last 2 years. Why was I not told this when I purchased the shaver??? Very expensive shaves when you pay over $300 for shaver. Will no longer purchase Philips or shop at "The Shaver Shop" again.This is… Read more

the first time I have been so worked up about a product to complain. I have gone back to my old shaver (Philips) I had for 12 years without any problems, just wearing out .... no head or blade change!!!!

Starts out good but cuts poorly after time – I got my Phillips 9000 for Christmas 2017. My first electric shaver. It cut great for a few months but now after only 6 months it is a struggle to get a close shave.

Good close shave and quiet operation – I have been using Philips shavers for over 40 years and this would be, I’m guessing, my 8th or 9th shaver. Each new shaver gives a closer shave than the previous model and this one is no different. In addition to a smooth shave, this one is much quieter in operation than the previous model, which was a Philips Sensotouch 3D series 9000. I chose… Read more ·  1

the model without the cleaning unit because I had one of those with a previous model (about 2 shavers ago) and it was an unnecessary hassle. With this one I just rinse the blades under the tap after each shave and let them dry on a cloth.

The blades on the previous model opened outward for cleaning; on this model the blades are fixed in the closed position but rinsing out the shaved hair is easy: hold under the tap and shake out the water and whiskers a few times. You do have to remove the entire shaving head from the shaver. The previous model also tended to drop cut whiskers on my shirt during shaving; this latest model does a better job of retaining them.

This model shaver doesn’t include a shaving stand like the previous model. I kept the old one as a holder, however you can’t use it for charging the shaver.

Another difference with this shaver is the trimming tool. It is no longer an integrated part of the shaver, which previously could be activated by sliding up a switch to expose it. Instead, the shaver head has to be removed and replaced with the trimmer head. Although it isn’t as convenient, it does a better job than the previous trimmer and it is positioned better to perform trimming. The better performance outweighs the inconvenience.

Overall, after 2 months of use, I am happy with the performance of this shaver. It provides a closer shave and is much quieter than the earlier model shaver I have been using. It also retains hair clippings better than the previous model.

I don’t like the cleaning units that Philips tries to push with their shavers. They don’t clean any better than a rinse under the tap, they require you to buy cleaning solution, which is overpriced and has to be changed frequently, and the cleaning unit itself is bulky and takes up space on the bathroom sink/vanity unit or your desk or wherever else you charge your shaver. And that is why I opted for this model, which has the same shaving mechanism and blades as the other models but comes without the cleaning unit that costs $100 more plus the ongoing cleaning solution expenses.