5.0 out of 5 stars Works best when used daily

M. · 4 September 2024

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5.0 out of 5 stars An outstanding shaver!🔥

M. · 29 October 2023

I brought this shaver recently, I also have a Braun series 9 shaver with the pro 9 blade.Both are really good shavers but I have to say that the Panasonic gives a more comfortable and cleaner shave. It glides across the skin without tugging or causing irritation.The Braun I feel is more aggressive and although sharp and provides a clean shave the Panasonic edges it and with fewer passes too maybe it’s because it has 5 foils as opposed to the Brauns 4I also like the fact that the head on the Panasonic flexes in different directions and really is a quality well built piece of kit.It doesn’t take long to charge and it is a powerful shaver. One thing that is important to remember is It’s designed primarily to shave the face, I shave my both my face and head with it and again it’s an outstanding super clean cut!Also it requires a running in period where your skin adjusts to the blades. Everyone’s hair growth and density is different so results may vary.The only cons I have is to find a replacement blade as a back up seems impossible. Bolo doesn’t sell the replacement cutting blades and five head replacement foils either and looking else where online yields the same results.I don’t understand how a shaver of this calibre and from a reputable brand doesn’t have the blades readily available. Even on Panasonics own site you can’t buy them.Hopefully this is something that Bolo can stock soon.To conclude anyone looking for a high quality shaver should have this on their short list. I’ve retired my Braun series 9 for the mean time as this one is just so good to use.

4.0 out of 5 stars Good shaver, battery not so much

A.C. · 8 May 2025

Good build quality. Very sharp and mostly shaves with 1 pass. My old razer would have me going over the same spot over and over again. Not too noisy, quite light and comes with a nice leather looking carry case. I don't shave very often but this makes it a lot easier when I do compared to cheaper alternatives.Only bad thing I've found is that the battery seems to discharge quite fast during use, but also discharges more than you'd expect on it's own without use over the period of a few weeks. I'm not sure if this is just my unit.

5.0 out of 5 stars It's the best

O.G. · 9 November 2024

This the best, I had the other model first, the one with the cleaning unit I thought it would be more trouble then worth it, so I sent it back and purchased this one, it's the best shaver I have had, it fits nicely in hand when using it gives the closest shave I have had from a electric one, the trimmer is great, I only wash it out once a week and oil it, after using it normally I give it a very very light tap on both ends of foil head and then a good blow out , I use Panasonic brushes bought from Bolo, I have tried it wet but prefer dry I have a sensitive skin but get no discomfort after shaving I put it down to the two small rollers in the head you cannot push it too hard into face when shaving, I am extremely pleased with this item and would recommend it to anyone you will not be disappointed with it, I am in my eighties . I have used other well known electric razors, they get no where near this one.

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing

M.Y.H. · 9 July 2024

This shaver is worth every penny . Closest shave my husband since he has been able to use an ordinary razor. Bought as a present as so expensive compared to useless Braun version as he would have a heart attack at the price . But well worth saving for !

3.0 out of 5 stars It's a good shaver, but buy the ES-LV67 instead

J. · 22 February 2023

The shaver itself is a good product and can be recommended as such. The battery lasts around 10 to 11 shaves and the new foil does work well with the addition of 2 rollers and a new design long hair catcher. However, it is not worth spending the extra money, when you can still buy the ES-LV67. Whilst the ES-LV67 doesn't have the latest foil, it can be fitted to it; it is much cheaper and comes complete with a brush and oil (the ES-LV6U doesn't); the ES-LV67 has a better ergonomic grip as well.

1.0 out of 5 stars Cleane shave not required

M.J.C. · 29 April 2025

Clean shave no

2.0 out of 5 stars A bit clunky

A.C. · 12 May 2023

The shaver delivers a reasonably close shave. Less good is the shaving head is fairly large and it is easy to keep switching the razor off when shaving as the button is sensitive and positioned where your hand holds it. The charger is bulky and there is no space to keep this in the case with the razor, the case appears cheap.Overall hard to recommend. It’s fairly expensive and is not value for money.