Cheap Philips Norelco AT810 Powertouch with Aquatec Electric Razor

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program Bottom line: This model is very similar to the AT830, but comes in at a lower price. Unfortunately, it also comes in at a lower performance level. I think it's worth spending a bit more to get the AT830.

On the basis of actual specifications, the AT810 and the AT830 look pretty similar. They both have the same overall form factor, use the same HQ8 heads, and offer wet and dry shaves. However, the AT830 has a pivot head that allows the whole head assembly to pivot and adjust to your facial contours. I found that made a real difference in shave quality and comfort (as described in my review of the 830).

Both models are comfortable to hold, with nicely rounded areas and an easy-to-grip surface. Both have about the same build quality generally OK, but I am concerned about the light-weight plastic retaining system for the combs and cutters. Both also come with just the basics (shaver, charger, head cap and cleaning brush). No stand or case.

As with the 830, I was not impressed with the dry shave quality of the 810. It was irritating in the neck area (even a bit more than the 830) and struggled to get all the hairs on the jaw line. Both models were much better on the cheek area, but still (in my opinion) a notch below what a good foil shaver can do.

Performance is much better as a wet shaver. I found the 830 equaled the performance of the SensoTouch 3D, a much more expensive model from Norelco. The 810 is not as good, which I assume is due to the lack of the pivoting head. I clearly felt the difference between the two in the jaw line and neck areas. To be clear, the 810 did a decent job as a wet shaver. It's just that the 830 is better.

I appreciate a good value product, and often find that spending more to get the "next model up" just gets you some so-so bells and whistles rather than better performance. However, there are also times when spending a bit more results in a better experience. This is one of those cases. Although I'd have to recommend a foil rather than either the 810 or 830 if you want to shave dry, if you're in the market for a rotary wet shaver you'll want to skip the 810 and go for the 830.

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Pros:

-cheaper than buying cartridge razors like the Fusion, especially if you shave twice a day

-less irritating, once your skin gets used to it

-waterproof

-light, long lasting battery pack (I charge it once a week)

-easy to clean

Cons:

-not as close of a shave as disposable blade razors

-hard to get a close shave on angle of jaw and neck

-big and bulky and traps water in its nooks and crannies, not the best travel shaver

-Planned obsolescence: Battery pack is not user serviceable, once it stops holding a charge, it's scrap. Also with the high cost of replacement heads at half of the cost of a new shaver, it's almost a foregone conclusion you'll be upgrading to a new one in a year or two.

In short: read the instructions, take the 20 days (I'd say a month) for your skin to acclimate, and clean the shaving heads regularly.

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I've had electric razors before, some rotary and some foil heads, but I've always returned to the blade and foam because it just seemed I would get a much closer shave. Well, I think Norelco really got it right with this model electric shaver. You do have to give it the time it wants to do the job, but I have come to believe it can match the blade for closeness and it doesn't irritate your skin like some electric shavers do. I have to admit that I was kind of skeptical about Norelco's slots and holes in the shaving head. They claim that the holes get closer to cutting off the stubble that the slots leave behind. It sounded like advertising hype to me. Well, Norelco was right. It must be the reason why the Norelco gives you such a close shave. I'm amazed how good it can shave you. It can match the blade for closeness, so I've retired the blade and don't miss it one bit. Good job,Norelco!!

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program I got the AT810 to replace my old 8170XL and well ... it is about the same. It provides about the same quality shave, takes about the same amount of time to charge, and it feels about the same in my hand (but a bit fatter). This version will go into the shower without frying itself (or me) but other than that it is about the same beast. So, if you liked or disliked any of the old Philips/Norelco razors you will have the similar impression. It is missing a travel case or a battery charge level indicator (other than a single light) so it is not optimal for traveling but for every day use this is a fine affordable product.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program I know, that's not what it's built for. But that is what I sometimes use it for. After all, I'm a lady and don't have a beard, and my husband doesn't mind. It does a good job and cleans up easily, and that's all I can ask for. It's not the closest shave in the world, but it's quick and painless and I can bring it into the shower.