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TedCentral Queensland, QLD
- 5 reviews
- 2 likes
- 5-Blade Wet/Dry ES-LV65
- Verified purchase
Moving from razor to electric. Fantastic!
After using a top quality razor for near 35years I thought I should try electric. Now a big part of this reason was that I have very sensitive skin and break out occasionally in a rash. Tried the Panasonic ES-LV65s on a recommendation from a good salesperson at the Shaver shop. I can’t rave enough about this unit. I’m very impressed with the closeness of shave this razor gives. It feels very gentle and is easy to use. Now this is only my experience on my face. This may differ on others but I’ll never go back to a blasé razor now.
Purchased in December 2020 at Shaver Shop Physical store for $249.00.
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thubleau2Hunter Region, NSW
- 52 reviews
- 60 likes
- Multi-Flex 5-Blade Rechargeable ES-LV67
- Verified purchase
Outstanding
To say i was surprised is an understatement ...I was astounded.
It's been a while since I used an electric /battery shaver and the last one I used was a Remington some 25 odd years ago which turned me off electric shavers for what I thought would be forever.
I was constantly looking for a better shave and found a 3 blades cart was better than 5 .
The 5 blade would drag on my face and was a very unpleasant experience when shaving so I settled on a conventional 3 blade.
I was letting my hair grow for sometimes up to a week , and really had to ...Read more
hack through it to basically wear it down till it was close enough for the blade to give me a close shave . I begin to rethink the idea of an electric/battery shaver and thought maybe the technology has really improved in those years. After doing research I ended up with 2 possibilities and I was not going to scrimp on price.Purchased in September 2020 at AMAZON for $330.00.
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Wrinkles11Metropolitan Adelaide, SA
Not what I was expecting
I thought by paying over $200 I would get a shaver that would shave my face in quicker time and also with a closer shave than my older one.
Perhaps it was because its a foil type that I hadn't used before by no matter how many times I go over my upper lip and on my chin, I still seem to find it hard to get a close shave.
Its battery life is good and its easy to clean but I buy a razor for a good shave and feel I havent go it with this razor.
A bit disappointed.
Purchased in April 2020 at Shaver Shop.
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Panasonic Australia C.Panasonic
Hi Wrinkles, thanks for your review and sorry you aren't so satisfied with the product. As you suggest this is a different product to a razor, the differences will take sometime to get used to.
Thanks for your reply but I was comparing this shaver to the older shaver as indicated in my first sentence.
I am aware that a razor shave is different. I am disappointed with the quality of the shave... Read more
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tom kinkelMelbourne
- 19 reviews
- 9 likes
Great shaver / charger - cleaner combination
Have found this shave to be much quicker and quieter than my Braun series 7 and the cleaning part of the charger/cleaner dock uses a water based compound much nicer than the Braun spirit based cartridges .Reduced my shaving time by half as well as a closer shave .Very happy
Purchased in February 2020 at Amazon for $290.00.
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Panasonic Australia C.Panasonic
Hi Tom, thanks for taking the time to provide your positive review on your shaver.
Thanks for taking the time to read my review
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Abe
- 10 reviews
- 10 likes
- 5-Blade Wet/Dry ES-LV65
- Verified purchase
Bad quality
I bought a Panasonic shaver model ESLV 65 five weeks ago, from Shaver Shop at Castle Hill in Sydney, the shaver is good, shaving is close, but mechanically its very bad, after a few weeks the trimmer on the shaver stop working and start making noise and the sound of the motor was struggling and humming , I took it back to where I bought it from, since it’s still under warranty, the owner of the shop she was very clumsy, she stayed more than 20mintus repeatedly switching the shaver on and off, and during that the trimmer did not work, and she sa...Read more
w that that it did not work, but she tried to ignore it and said the shaver is working ok now, and she illegally refused to replace it, in spite of the 2 years warranty, she was very aggressive and unprofessional in her conducts. then I called Panasonic Australia and I explained the situation to them, after a long time and a few calls, a person from customer resolution called me, and again after a long unpleasant conversation, he said in a very unprofessional and angry way, that I am demanding and request to email him a copy of the receipt and hanged up, I did as he requested and he also refused to replace the faulty shaver, he was very arguing, aggressive and no manner at all , well I was very disappointed from Panasonic from the bad quality and the way they deal with the customers, I expect that they honor the warranty and replace the faulty shaver, but they were misleading and cheating, their conduct is illegal.Purchased in June 2019 for $249.00.
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The WORST shaver I have ever had the misfortune to buy.
This is by far the worst electric shaver I have ever bought. Leaves lots of individual hair unshaven on my chin especially stubborn white hair. Even going over the same place several times in different directions does not work. I have to end up pulling them out with tweezers. It's also incredibly difficult to wash out properly as the shaving foils cartridges have incredibly small gaps where hairs get stuck and are impossible to remove. Please DO NOT buy this overpriced, overhyped piece of garbage
Purchased in June 2018.
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Tim BAdelaide
Only had it 3 days, but so far, best shaver I’ve ever owned
Absolute bargain if you can get it on sale for $250. I’ve been using various Philips shavers for the past 30 odd years, the last one I was never really happy with, I was all set to get a Series 9 Braun when I came across reviews for the Panasonic. To be honest, Panasonic isn’t really a brand that I’d associate with men’s shavers, but boy, I’m glad I got it. Best shave I’ve ever had. Time will tell how well it holds up, but so far very happy.
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Hi Tim, thanks for taking the time to provide such great feedback, it's great to hear you took a chance on this shaver and that it far exceeded your expectations.
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CHICKCoromandel Town
- 2 reviews
Time saver
After 2 different manufacturers an a 3 blade Panasonic clean shave but 40 mins of rubbing even with gel have found the 5blade clean as shave in 20mins thanx shaver shop excellent service Cheers Ross
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Hi Ross, thanks for your great feedback on your shaver and the customer service experience with the shaver shop.
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SYEDSouth East Queensland, QLD
- 5 reviews
- 1 like
Cant go back to razors
I have been using these for 2 years now . So used to this that i cant go back to razor . Closest shave ever. No lines , best shave everytime . Charge last for days if not weeks . Parts easily available at shaver shop. Nill issues whats so ever. Works great with shaving gel/foam
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BJ from BelmontVictoria
- 2 reviews
- 3 likes
Panasonic IN, Philips OUT
Used a Philips for past 42 years, over 6 shavers, but their subborn policy of replacing original robust heads with cheap flimsy head and blades on very expensive shavers and their dismissive response was last straw. New Panasonic is great, excellent quality, great shaving results, the closest and best ever. No cheap head and blades this time.
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BrunoMelbourne
- 3 reviews
- 5 likes
Best shaver I've had
My girlfriend bought this shaver for my birthday does a great job in very short time easy to use easy to clean Just an all-round superstar of shavers excellent value for money
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richardFar North Queensland, QLD
- 4 reviews
- 4 likes
Blades lasted 5 months only :(
Ok i purchased this shaver from shavershop because they had a money back guarantee. I was wrapped with it initially and now 5 months down the track the blades are blunt and its terrible. I didnt realise the blades would only last a short time or I wouldnt have purchased it. Happy to replace blades every year at $99 but not twice a year!
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TomMetropolitan Adelaide, SA
- 3 reviews
- 2 likes
- 5-Blade Wet/Dry ES-LV65
- Verified purchase
Doesn't last as promised or guaranteed in the Panasonic Manual
Lasted 8 months (using twice a week, 4 minutes using cutter first). Each shave took longer and longer to get through. shaver shop recommended this for sensitive skin and said the blades only needed to be changed every 18 months to 2 years for approx. cost of $40. If only they had gone into more detail. Manual states replace blades every 2 years (based on 3min shave every day, cleaning &oiling after each shave), &to replace the foils once every year. The trimmer is also now blunt. Went to shaver shop to get replacement blades &told that the f...Read more
oil &blades must be replaced together, blades $50 & foils $100. The trimmer can't be replaced, now useless. I complained to Panasonic, told me the blades &foils not covered under warranty (I contacted them 1 month before the 12 months, didn't get back to me until after 12 months and said it was out of warranty....What the? I asked to speak to a manager &now agreed to replace the blades, the cheapest part. So instead of spending $100 on the foils, I'm going to put the blades on Ebay, and put my money towards a Phillips shaver which have far better reviews, and far better pricing, particularly on the blades and foils which come as one for $60!!!Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
Wary ConsumerSouth East Queensland, QLD
- 32 reviews
- 44 likes
- 5-Blade Wet/Dry ES-LV61
- Verified purchase
Not worth the premium price
I purchased this shaver in July 2015 because of the, at that point in time, largely rave reviews. I've been using it pretty consistently for 9 months now. It does a very close shave on my face; at least as good as a blade. However I've found it quite patchy on my neck: to the extent that I need to use a safety razor once or twice a week to remove the hair that keeps growing there. It was expensive to buy, and it won't be cheap to replace the parts when they wear out, which probably won't be long. The perfect electric razor is yet to be fashioned!
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RokkoSydney, NSW
- 18 reviews
- 20 likes
- 5-Blade Wet/Dry ES-LV61
- Verified purchase
Built-in obsolescence
Would not buy Panasonic again. Disappointed with reliability and longevity compared to my previous brands, always had Braun and Remington.
Original unit was replaced twice under warranty! The third unit is now just under 3 years old and effectively dead, due to battery only lasting about 2 shaves and quickly getting worse, and the mechanism having developed a severe vibration resulting in poor performance (it seems to be in the mechanism itself, not the replaceable parts).
I was originally swayed to buy Panasonic by The Shaver Shop's patt...Read more
er, with staff telling that "they all use Panasonic" and that the cutters, while more expensive than other brands, last longer. This was UNTRUE as I've actually had to replace cutters more often than with previous shavers. On the plus side, while it was working, the shaving performance was as good as (though not better than) previous brands, and it is quieter.Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
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Mister EdGreater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC
- 19 reviews
- 25 likes
Panasonic versus Braun.
Always had Braun, but bought this due to its advertising. Initially seemed good - very smooth shave. After a few months the time taken to shave blew out unacceptably and I had to buy new blades at exorbitant cost. I have found that I need to get new blades every 3 months versus every year for the Braun series 5 which is a huge cost for a marginal shave improvement at best. The blades on the Panasonic get very hot when they start to wear and then cause rashes despite me using shaving spray on them every time. Panasonic only supply the blades ...Read more
not a matched set of blades plus foil as with Braun, which I suspect is part of the problem. Have not been able to get new blades for some 6 months now due to the demand so have gone back to the Braun. My local Shaver Shop tells me they are getting lots of similar complaints. I would definitely not buy again.Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
DeanNorthern NSW
- 14 reviews
- 19 likes
Great smooth shave - sensitive skin and tough whiskers
Update: see in comments below updated use details.
Still in use October 2020!
Scored one of these for Fathers Day in 2015. Up until then I had been using shaving foam and razors, but the damage to my skin (especially around my neck) was getting bad, so my family bought me one of these electric razors. I have used an old Remington twin blade razor many years ago, so have that memory as a comparison base.
This Panasonic 5 blade worked great from the first shave - I remember the Remington took a few weeks to shave well due to growth direction o...Read more
f my whiskers, and many electric shavers instructions and notes on the internet say this is common. But not with the Panasonic , it just shaved close and really well from the first shave. I had my last razor shave on the Friday, so when I got the new shaver on Sunday morning (for Fathers Day) I had a bit of stubble to test it out on and it shaved close and smooth. The best bit was no skin irritation. It was very noticeable to the foam and razor shave.5 comments
Quick Update: With the Christmas break, I had let me beard grow for just over a week, 10 days actually, so it was quite thick. Today, it was time to get rid of the beard, so I thought I'd give the Pan... Read more
asonic 5 Blade a run. Previously, many years ago with the old Remington, I would have had to use foam and a blade razor, but I was pleasantly surprised to find the ES-LV65 just buzzed away and shaved off the beard, which meant no harsh razor against my skin to irritate it. After 9 minutes (usual shave is just on 4 minutes) a few odd whiskers remained, so I gave the Panasonic a clean (yep, simple unclip the head and wash it out under the tap) and with another few minutes the pesky little whiskers were all gone.Quick Update: it's now 26 November 2018, so over 3 years since I was given this shaver, and I can say it is still running as described in my original review. I have only had to replace the blades and ... Read more
screen once in this time. I find it's best to use the 'shaver guard' spray after each 'wash' of the blades and screen under water so as to dry off the water etc. It seems to keep the blades and screen lubricated well and drys off the water well.Panasonic Australia C.Panasonic
Hi Dean, thank you for taking the time to provide more feedback on your shaver, it is great you have had such varied use out of it. Hopefully this Christmas you will get another break and the opportunity to grow the beard again!
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FarmerWingham 2429
Way overpriced
My old Remington was past its use by date so I decided to lash out and buy a 5 blade Panasonic despite the expensive price tag. It shaves my face well but is useless on the neck or on longer hair if I don't shave for a few days. Replacement screen and blades are also expensive and I am replacing my Panasonic with another Remington for $100 which is what the screen and blades cost. Buying the Panasonic was an expensive bad experience that I truly regret.
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PhilGreater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC
- 16 reviews
- 10 likes
I wanted to like it
These shavers come with a big reputation and a big price tag to match, but I was willing to give one a go when my Braun 7 series died prematurely last month. With a 60 day try out period I could just return it if I didn't like it. So here's my impression after the first 30 days.
The Good - as noted in other reviews, this shaver is powerful and the large foil head makes very short work (no pun intended) of my facial area. The shave is the closest I've ever had from 30 years of electric razor use. Pretty impressive.
The Bad - that big f...Read more
oil head that worked so well on my face was truly abysmal at shaving around the neck and chin areas. It picks up any hairs standing vertically first pass, but any hairs lying down simply get left behind. I tried all kinds of shaver angles and stretching to make better contact with my neck and chin but to no avail. The only solution is to use the clipper which left a nasty rash and took forever, nearly 8 minutes according to the timer. This shaver is like owning a high performance car that won't go around corners! The power pack and plug annoyed me too so this shaver is going back for a refund. Post Review Update The sales guy at the Shaver Shop convinced me to persevere with the Panasonic shaver to give my skin time to adapt to the different shaving head. I wish I hadn't. It didn't get any better AND I missed the window to return it for a refund. A month ago I purchased a new Braun 720S on special. It feels less well built than the Panasonic, doesn't come with a foil guard, and the carry case is pretty budget too. But, crucially, IT ACTUALLY WORKS! It is sheer luxury being able to shave in a single pass with no skin irritation. My face thanks me every time I use it. The Panasonic has been exiled to the back of my cupboard as a last ditch back up shaver.Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
George37Greater Melbourne (Outer), VIC
- 18 reviews
- 12 likes
Hello Panasonic
Love my gadgets and love my electric shavers. I also like to update them about every 3 years due to technology advances. So it was time! First of all it had to be foil shaving for 2 big reasons: Firstly they are much much better on sensitive as the rotary just mauls my skin. Second big reason is they provide a closer shave than the rotary. So now to do a little research. My Braun Series 7 was an awesome shaver so thought best to look at a new offering from the respectable company. To my surprise there was none but read that a Series 9 was widel...Read more
y available in other parts of the world. Reviews were on a par with Series 7 which are excellent. So far so good. I also could see that they had bumped it up to a 4 blade to try and match another great shaver from Panasonic which had 5 blades. Now started my inquiries as to it's availability in Australia. First the Shaver Shop had no real idea so I decided to go straight to Braun. In doing so I was redirected to Proctor and Gamble and sent them an email. Before I got a response I also called them only to be advised they have no idea and to wait until I see something in the media. The email followed and was equally as non informative. That was not good enough and right then Braun lost me as a customer for now and perhaps for good! I thought it was terrible customer service not being able to provide simple information which I am sure is available for a shaver which is available for the rest of the world! Anyhow, I soon realised that there was another shaver as good, if not better than the Series 7 and that was the Panasonic 5 blade foil shaver so decided that was the way to go. So I purchased the Panasonic ESLV65 which I still did despite the very high price tag for these shavers. I really do think that all these companies need to drop their prices a notch or two as seem a little ridiculous! Anyhow, one week in must say I am very happy with my ESLV65 and comparing with the Braun Series 7 there is only one thing that I can say in comparing and that is that the Panasonic shaves to the same level of closeness in half the time which is a very good thing. Also is a little quieter but that is not really a big thing at all. So summing up both are great products and will not disappoint but if you do not like shaving and want to spend less time doing so then the Panasonic wins. I also dry shave as putting shaving gel on my face sort of defeats the purpose of electric shaving convenience. The results are excellent and the closeness of the shave super impressive and my skin feels great afterwards with no irritation which is extremely important to me. Hello Panasonic and goodbye Braun (at least for now)Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
Questions & Answers
johnasked
how did you get this shaver for such a cheap price ? The prices I have seen range from $400.00 to $500.00
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It is currently available from Amazon au for $230 dollars .But I would recommend the same shaver with the cleaning station for $313. as the ES-LV95 .The cleaning station is really the best way of cleaning it even though it is easy to wash under tap .The shaver will come from the US and the charger pins , need to be bent or use an adapter
Could not find that model on Amazon Au or shaver shop for that price Shaver Shop is over $519.00 and over $600.00 with the cleaning tub and the LV67 is not available on Amazon AU and the LV97 is coming up at over $400.00 . You might be talking about the earlier model ?
https://www.amazon.com.au/Panasonic-Electric-Flexible-Pivoting-ES-LV97-K/dp/B07W5SV5P8/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=lv97&qid=1601169014&sr=8-2
I brought it from the Savershop here in South Australia. I brought it earlier in the year. Not sure if it was on special or not at the time.
Rokkoasked
Shaver is almost 3 years old, and quite regularly it becomes rough/vibrates while shaving. It sounds like the motor is speeding up (not as much as when sonic-cleaning but very noticeably). Switching it off/on again fixes it for a while.
I decided to see what was happening by carefully unclipping the shaving head WHILE it was doing this and I could see one of the cutters was vibrating very roughly while the other was still operating smoothly. Wondering if this just due to worn cutters/foil or is there a mechanical reason within the shaver itself?
The cutters/foil ARE due for replacement but I have replaced them several times in the past and don't remember this symptom before with worn parts.
I always keep my last set of parts as a backup just in case so I popped those in and it did the same thing so I suspect the issue is probably in the shaver. If that's the case that would be quite disappointing for the shaver only to have lasted 3 years.
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So... my question is, has anyone else noticed this with one of these shavers? And if so, do you think it's repairable?
The battery also needs replacement, which apparently is quite easy and would cost about AU$40 if bought online, but I'm reluctant to spend money on a new battery and new cutters, if the shaver itself is on its last legs.
kornelasked
HI ,please let me know what is the difference (if any) between ES -LV61 -A and ES-SV61-W
thanks for Your help
best regards
kornel
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The difference is the absence of Automatic Cleaning and Charging System with Panasonic ES-LV61. Since Panasonic Arc 5 is fully washable with wet/dry shaving features it is only a matter of convenience while deciding between the two versions. You need to manually clean with ES-LV61 which is not hard at all but even better with automatic cleaning system of ES-LV81.
Details
Category | Men's Electric Shavers | Men's Electric Shavers | Men's Electric Shavers | Men's Electric Shavers |
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Price (RRP) | $499 | $549.95 | $299 | |
Release date | May 2012 | May 2012 | May 2012 |
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Hi Ted, Thanks for the great review
Thanks