Customer Ratings & Reviews

Better than expected. Would recommend to others...

I've been using mine for 3 years with no problems yet. I have never gotten any type of razor rash on my neck; which is quite amazing! Just picked this one up for my son as an Xmas present.

Should bought more, since it was under $100. Shaving

It a very good shaved and soft, I recommend a 100%

Best shave from an electric razor I have ever had.

Definitely overpriced, but does a very good job!!!

Was expecting a much better cut. Results often inconsistent.

Large head and smooth. Easy to get used too. Great value

I have never been as disappointed with a product as I was with this one. After all the glowing reviews and even some ratings calling it the best electric shaver ever made I took the plunge and switched from my Norelco. I have used for two weeks and the shaves are abysmal. Even after going over the same area 3-4 times there is still stubble left. Shaving the neck is even worse. Going over every area of my neck from every conceivable angle and there is still substantial stubble left. The only good comment I can make is that it feels good in the hand. Re

Very dissatisfied with the shave poor quality but it was OK for the price

it gives a good shave for the price paid. I would recommend it

I shave my head daily, never thought I'd switch from Schick to an electric razor. This changed my mind... bought it to try it out and it is amazing... would highly recommend!

Good but a little too noise Easy to used and perfect for my son

The Arc5 shaver does it both ways (wet and dry), but I like it wet REVIEW: Panasonic - Arc5 Wet/Dry Electric Shaver - Matte Black Best Buy Tech Insider Network SUMMARY: I would recommend the ARC5 Cordless Electric Wet/Dry Shaver for anyone starting out or returning to electric shavers. It has a good price point, and high end results. The main thing that would make it perfect is if it could be charged with a standard USB cord instead of a proprietary plug, but that is minor topic for most people. (but even my toothbrush uses a USB cord) CONTEXT: I used to only use electric razors, but I switched to disposable blades about 15 years ago. Ironically, at the time I switched mostly because the cost of replacement razor heads seemingly were too expensive. But now with the 5 blade disposables I am using today, I am probably 2x the cost over a completely new electric shaver each year. DESIGN / QUALITY: It seems well built, and I like the flexible moving head. I like the pop up trimmer, but I wish it were a little smaller for touch up trim work. After reading the documentation (which I usually don’t do), I am worried about how fragile the blades / foils are though I am sure they are no more fragile than any other brand. There are warnings all over the manual that imply don’t look at the foil cross eyed or you will damage the foil. Don’t clean it the wrong way, don’t press too hard, don’t brush it with a cleaning brush the wrong way, don’t use too hot of water…… and on “…they are very thin and deform easily…..”. CLOSENESS: If a new disposable razor is a 10 on closeness of shave, then I would rate the ARC5 a 9 when used wet with shaving cream and an 8 when dry. It takes me about 2 minutes to shave with a disposable, about 3 minutes with a WET ARC5 and about 4 minutes with a DRY ARC5. When using it dry, I felt I really had to press hard and repeat over the same areas to finish the job. Then you need a minute or so to clean it and stow let it dry. After the dry shave, my face felt a little razor burned (2 out of 10). I know you need to use electrics for 30 days to allow your skin to get used to it. I think it is all the repeated hard pressing to get a closer shave. TRAVEL: It has a nice travel case for the charger (by itself). It claims to hold a charge for approximately 2 weeks of dry shaving according to the instructions and average shave time of 3 minutes per day. Since I’m already over that, and I prefer the wet method (which I assume takes more power), I would be a little concerned about traveling with this for more than a few days without the charger. At least the charger is dual voltage for international travel. When I pack for travel, I pack as light and as small as possible. Generally, I have one USB charging brick the size of a deck of cards, that charges my laptops, phones, speakers, headphones, etc. So if I were to travel I would either need to take the charger or a backup disposable razor. Since it works better for me when wet, then I still need to bring foam. In the end I’ve added more weight and more bulk to my packing. CONCLUSION: It is a well made product, it feels like it will last. If you change the foils every 12 months, it is still cheaper than 5 blade disposables which cost about $3-5 each and should be replaced every 1 week according to the mfg. I have no problem recommending this razor to anyone. (TESTED MALE FACIAL HAIR ONLY, NO BEARD, W/MUSTACHE)

I usually use a safety razor, and nothing beats that shave. This is ok, switched from a Norelco. Seems to shave as close as that, but seems to take longer, and have to go over the same spots on my face several times to get a close shave. Overall it works for what I bought it for, and that is for a travel razor.

I gave this as a gift and my husband loves it. Very smooth shave.

I have been a manual razor user for 40 plus years. The pandemic and work from home got me lazy about shaving and then I hated that I would let my beard go a week and then it was uncomfortable and itchy. Also hard to shave it at that point! I thought an electric razor may help me stop that cycle. So after research I picked this one. I like the build quality and features but the honest truth is it doesn’t really shave all that close. Not when you are used to a real razor. It does do slightly better when used wet but that takes away some of the convenience factor. I have to decide soon as I only have a few more days to return it ....

This razor charges quickly and the charge lasts well

I prefer to purchase at BBY when similar deals are available across retailers. The reason being you get 5% reward usning BBY card and easy return to store.

I travel a lot, and well my facial hair grows in days. This electric shaver gives me an ease of mind to trim or actually shave off my facial hair anywhere I go, considering how portable it is. Comes with a nice leather case too :)