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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 646 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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92%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers enjoy the Arc5 Automatic Cleaning/Charging Wet/Dry Electric Shaver's superior shaving quality and ease of use. The cleaning station and quiet operation are also frequently praised, along with its good battery life and competitive price. A small number of users found the trimmer somewhat difficult to use.

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The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Not so great

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a constant learning project. It does not provide me a close shave. Looking back I should have stayed with the Norelco.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the feedback. Panasonic

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Great Shaver

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Gotta get use to it. Take a few shaves to get use to how it cuts. Expect to get a few razor burns the 1st few tries. Pretty loud too.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      We deeply appreciate you took the time to provide us with your feedback! Your input helps us understand the customer's experience and improve our products. -M Panasonic

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Mehhh

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This shaver was just ok. It’s pretty sharp but cuts a little too deep.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the feedback. The shaver is designed to shave closely but sounds like its too close in your situation. To be able to better assist you, we would need some additional information about your situation so please contact the Panasonic Support team. There are multiple ways to contact the support team listed on the Contact Us link off the Panasonic website. Panasonic

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Nice

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Doesnt shave well under the chin/neck, for my husband.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us! -M Panasonic

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    I got skin irritation from this razor.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    All the write ups have been very positive and my expectations were high but I got skin irritations and returned it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the review.. Panasonic

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good product

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I lined this shaver. However, I think for my style hair it creates ingrown hairs, so I had to go back to razors.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and feedback with us! -M Panasonic

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Shaver

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works great for personal use not for daily use in barber shop.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      We deeply appreciate your feedback! -M Panasonic

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good not excellent

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    85 % clean my beard.15 % not clean.to much stuf u have to do.its bothering me

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the review.. Panasonic

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not clean shaven as stated

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased this as a gift for my boyfriend. He has sensitive skin and this product had good reviews from people that said they had sensitive skin. It didn’t work for him. The close shave gave him razor burns and left patches. He tried it both wet and dry and got the same result. I had to return it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Hi, thank you for your review.
      We would like to provide you with support regarding this occurrence, please contact our Customer Service Team via Live Chat on the Panasonic Website, Contact Us option, Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm EST. Panasonic

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Razor

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Not great. Don’t like the shave. Not crazy about it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      We deeply appreciate you took the time to provide us with your feedback, as it helps us in improving our technology and services. Panasonic

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    poor

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    very expensice poor quality .....................0

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the feedback. Panasonic

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Painful pulling

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I like Panasonic products, but this shaver was not great at all. I had to keep shaving the same spot over and over for it to cut, and in doing so causes irritation. It's no where close to a regular blade.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for your feedback.
      The shaving sensor may not respond depending on the thickness of the beard or the type of the shaving gel and shaving foam you use, but this is normal.
      Please make sure that you shave correctly by applying gentle pressure to your face. Stretch your skin with your free hand and move the shaver back and forth in the direction of your beard. You may gently increase the amount of pressure as your skin becomes accustomed to this shaver. Applying excessive pressure does not provide a closer shave. Also, the performance of the unit can be improved by cleaning it every time after shaving and replacing the inner blades and system outer foil. (system outer foil once every year; inner blades once every two years;), please note that this depends on usage.
      If you need further assistance, please contact us at shop.panasonic.com/contactus Panasonic

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    $200 for 19 months

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Purchased this on May 15th 2019 and was happy with it till it broke 19 months later. A tiny piece broke on the head where it locks and apparently is unreplaceable.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Dear customer, thank you for your review, we are sorry to read that this unit failed prematurely. We recommend you to contact us on Live Chat on the Panasonic Website, Contact Us option, Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm EST for Warranty support. Please note that the Manufacturers Warranty for this model is 2 years from the day of purchase. Panasonic

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Pulled my hair more than cut

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I wasn't a big fan of this. I returned it and didn't think it cut all that well. The videos are deceiving. Maybe it works for some but not for me.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for your review.
      We’re sorry to hear of your less than satisfactory experience and hope you will accept our sincerest apologies. Panasonic

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not the best choice.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Did not do a very good job giving a close shave. In fact nowhere near what they say it can do.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      We deeply appreciate you took the time to provide us with your feedback, as it helps us in improving our technology and services. -M Panasonic

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Disappointed

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Doesn't work as good as. I hoped. Not a lose shave and doesn't shave all hair

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the feedback, we deeply appreciate it! We would recommend to treat yourself to wet lather shaves for at least three weeks and notice the difference. Your Panasonic WET/DRY shaver requires a little time to get used to because your skin and beard need about a month to adjust to any new shaving method. Panasonic

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Bad Razor

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Disappointed with the shave. I had a older Panasonic the cost 1/3 the price I paid for this. Stay Away....

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for your feedback and we're sorry you're not thrilled with your experience so far. Everyone's skin and hair growth are different, and it can take about 30 days to adjust to any new shaving method. We'd also recommend trying the shaver wet, as this works more effectively for many of our customers. Panasonic

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Sliced face on first use

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Screen was frayed out of the package. Sliced my face the first time i used it. Reached out to Panasonic and they said that they do not support American purchases anymore. Stay away from this product at all cost.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      We understand your disappointment. It’s important to us that our customers are more than satisfied and we would like the opportunity to resolve this issue immediately. If you give us a chance, we are intent on making this right and hope you will allow us to speak with you to discuss the situation.Please reach out to us directly at shop.panasonic.com/livechat at your earliest convenience. Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Shaving quality

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    I replaced my Braun 700 series shaver

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Cuts close. Awkward around upper lip. Can irritate skin with close shave.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for your feedback and we're sorry you're not thrilled with your experience so far. Everyone's skin and hair growth are different, and it can take about 30 days to adjust to any new shaving method. We'd also recommend trying the shaver wet, as this works more effectively for many of our customers. Panasonic

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not satisfied

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Would not recommend this..definitely not worth the money

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We will use your feedback for future improvements. Do let us know if there is anything else we need to know to improve this area of concern. You can contact us via Live Chat on the Panasonic Website, Contact Us option, Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm EST. -M Panasonic