I usually sport the "stubble" look, but thought I would try out this electric razor. It's a basic model that doesn't offer some of the more avanced features, but will get the job done.
Out of the box it will take 8 hours to get a full charge, but you can, after 3 minutes, have enough for a one-time shave. After doing a full charge, I've used it every day for a week and it's still running strong.
I like that the head is waterproof and you can just run it under the sink to clean it. Also it comes with a pop-out straight trimmer for keeping the side-burns tidy.
Overall, I'd rate the shave as good, but I found that my "five-o'clock shadow" would be a little more noticable that a comparable blade shave.
I'd say for the price, it's a good value.
Pros: Inexpensive, long lasting battery, decent shave, trimmer attachment, easy to clean Cons: Lacking some features of the more expensie models, can't use with shaving cream
Product Attributes:
Ease of use
5out of5
Value for price paid
4out of5
Value
4out of5
Quality
4out of5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:35 - 44
Gender:Male
Ownership:1 week or less
Usage:Every day
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Review 2 for Philips Norelco Powertouch Electric Razor PT730
I'm not really sure why but this razor doesn't give me a very close shave. I keep a cheap $16 portable Bosch razor in my car and have to use it every morning after I've shaved with the Norelco PT730. Unfortunately my cheapo Bosch razor shaves closer than the $50.00 Norelco. I wouldn't recommend this razor and I'm probably going to return it.
Product Attributes:
Ease of use
3out of5
Value
1out of5
Quality
1out of5
Recommends this product? No
Age:35 - 44
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
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Review 3 for Philips Norelco Powertouch Electric Razor PT730
I had a model similar to this one and it worked great, but I lost it during a move, so I bought this one for a replacement and it is excellent; especially since I'm old and don't like to shave everyday anymore. *~*
Product Attributes:
Ease of use
5out of5
Value
5out of5
Quality
5out of5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:65 or older
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every few days
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Review 6 for Philips Norelco Powertouch Electric Razor PT730
Poor
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01/18/2013
By HForr ,
OHio
1out of5
Just purchased this razor and very disatisfied with performance. The quality of the charger is also poor and lightweight. The moter sounds like 1/3 of the power it used to have. Quality of shave is about that of a ten year old razor with blades a couple years old. This product is JUNK!
Product Attributes:
Ease of use
3out of5
Value
2out of5
Quality
1out of5
Recommends this product? No
Age:55 - 64
Gender:Male
Ownership:1 week or less
Usage:Every day
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Review 7 for Philips Norelco Powertouch Electric Razor PT730
I am very happy with my purchase. Gives a much closer shave and gets all those long hairs that my previous Remington foil razor never got. Didn't think that the "clean under faucet" feature would appeal to me, but now I use all the time. very convenient
Product Attributes:
Ease of use
5out of5
Value
5out of5
Quality
5out of5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:65 or older
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
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Review 8 for Philips Norelco Powertouch Electric Razor PT730
I shopped all around for a new Norelco razor for my boyfriend because that is the brand he likes the best. The very newest model did not get good reviews so I decided on the updated, newer version (PT730) of his old razor that had simply worn out. He says the new one is great. He loves it. He says it feels comfortable in his hand (the body is more streamlined and it weighs less). It is very sharp and gives him a close shave and the price was great! We'll both be happy if this one lasts nearly as long as the previous one which he used for like ten years!
Product Attributes:
Ease of use
5out of5
Value
5out of5
Quality
5out of5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:35 - 44
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every few days
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Review 10 for Philips Norelco Powertouch Electric Razor PT730
09/28/2012
By al386 ,
Brooklyn, Michigan
5out of5
This is a very well built shaver. My girl friend loves how close it shaves. She said it shaves closer than blades. My dad has had the same unit for about a year now and also loves it. Can't be beat at this low price.
Product Attributes:
Ease of use
5out of5
Value
5out of5
Quality
5out of5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:45 - 54
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
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Review 11 for Philips Norelco Powertouch Electric Razor PT730
wow it works a lot better than my old one!!
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09/10/2012
By submarinpainter ,
Westbrook, Maine
5out of5
I like the sleek design
Product Attributes:
Ease of use
5out of5
Value
4out of5
Quality
5out of5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:45 - 54
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
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Review 12 for Philips Norelco Powertouch Electric Razor PT730
07/18/2012
By jbapstist ,
OK
5out of5
I have used Philips Norelco for many years and have lost count on how many I wore out.
It is the best for your dollar and you get a clean close shave.
Product Attributes:
Ease of use
5out of5
Value
4out of5
Quality
4out of5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:65 or older
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 3 months
Usage:Every day
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Review 13 for Philips Norelco Powertouch Electric Razor PT730
07/17/2012
By jofsmyrna ,
Mableton, GA
5out of5
The Norelco shaver works well and I am very satisfies with the product. However, there was no form, information, etc. regarding how to obtain the $5 Mail-in-Rebate as advertised in the Walmart web site.
Product Attributes:
Ease of use
5out of5
Value
5out of5
Quality
5out of5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:65 or older
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
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Review 14 for Philips Norelco Powertouch Electric Razor PT730
07/13/2012
By Buddstud ,
Miller, MO
5out of5
It gives a very close shave. The last couple of Norelco shavers I had left the "5 hour shadow" right after using it. I was going to give Norelco one more chance. This purchase turned out to be good, but blades only have done well for 4-5 months in the past, and replacements are expensive, not much less than a new razor. I've had this one for about three months and I'm still very satisfied.
Product Attributes:
Ease of use
5out of5
Value
5out of5
Quality
4out of5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:45 - 54
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 3 months
Usage:Every day
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Review 15 for Philips Norelco Powertouch Electric Razor PT730
I currently use a panasonic wet/dry razor, which doesnt have the rotary blades like this razor does. It usually takes a few days to get use to a new razor, but because I'm not a big fan of rotary blades, this razor is not for me.
First of all, a wet/dry razor (meaning you can use this with shaving cream), will always yield a superior and closer shave, and this one is to be used dry only. Dry razors kind of defeat the point of getting a razor- you may save a few minutes compared to using a blade, but it's not worth it if you need a close shave. If you're in a rush, it's certainly better than nothing, but it's not good enough to be your go-to razor.
That said, for a dry razor, it works fine. the cut is never that close, but if that's what you're used to, or if you dont need the closest shave, this razor will be fine. it's easy to open the head to clean the blades (you can use water obviously). Just make sure to dry it. It charges quickly, and another pro is that you can use it while it's charging. I noticed that because my current razor is unusable as it charges.
Personally,I would opt for a better razor- your skin and looks are worth the extra money, unless having close shaves isnt a priority for you.
Product Attributes:
Ease of use
3out of5
Value for price paid
3out of5
Color appeal
4out of5
Value
3out of5
Quality
4out of5
Recommends this product? No
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Review 16 for Philips Norelco Powertouch Electric Razor PT730
This razor does a good job on my tough stubble. The motor sounded weak to me when I first starting using it, but it does a good job cleaning me up compared to some more expensive razors I have had. The recharge light could have come on sooner. It basicly came on right before it was going to die. For the price, I would recommend.
Product Attributes:
Ease of use
5out of5
Value for price paid
4out of5
Color appeal
4out of5
Value
4out of5
Quality
4out of5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:45 - 54
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
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