Customer Ratings & Reviews

Holds a charge very well. Multiple shavings on one charge. Gives a pretty close shave.

I upgraded to this unit from an Arc3 I had for about 4 years. I thought my Arc3 was great and didn’t think the 5 could be that much better but I got it on sale so I went for it. Let me tell you, the 5 is big improvement over the 3. The shave is much closer with less time spent shaving. I also feel like it doesn’t irritate my skin as much, but this could be because of the decreas in amount of time spent shaving. Overall I highly recommend this shaver, even over the rotary style ones (which I’ve also owned before).

Works great! Holds a charge. Cuts through my thick beard. Highly recommend.

If you want the "best" electric razor on the market, this is it. Use it with a tube-type shaving cream (Cremo, for example), and you'll get the closest shave imaginable - don't use canned foam shaving lather, as it doesn't work very well with electric razors. Even a dry shave is quite good with this razor - use William's Lectric Shave for the best results. The only real drawback to this razor is the cost of replacement blades. Look them up before you buy this razor, as they are obscenely expensive. And wait for this razor to go on sale, and you can get it for $100. And, if you want the battery to last, only charge it to 80%. Doing so will double the life of the battery - and yes, this trick works on phones, too. And finally, this is the LV-65. Get it over the LV-67. Panasonic used a less informative display and removed features - all to improve profits, I'm sure. Both razors shave the same, but the LV-65 is the better package.

Very close shave. I like the way it shaves and battery last a long time.

Works well, easy to clean. Charge lasts 12-14 days. Very satisfied

This is the 2nd Panasonic shaver I’ve owned. I’ve had the first Panasonic for 6 years now - it still works and has the original blades. I really didn’t need to buy a new one. Best Buy had a sale and I decided to pull the trigger. I’ve owned multiple expensive Braun shavers that gave up in a year or two. These Panasonics work amazingly well. I will never buy another brand. At this rate, I may never need too.

Really good model that shaves at great speeds also has a trimmer on the back

It took me a while to learn how to shave with this razor, but I am now consistently getting a baby smooth, shave every morning and 2 to 5 minutes.

I have been an avowed blade shaver, although I hate shaving. It occurred to me one day when I was running very late that if I had an electric, I could shave in the car. A light bulb went off. I started reading reviews and eventually settled on this razor because its reviews were as good as other razors that cost twice as much. I have been very pleased. PROS: shaves well enough; the battery lasts me about a week (I keep the charger and an adapter in my car so I charge in the car); easy to clean; shaves equally well even if I skip the weekends. CONS: it's an electric so it doesn't shave as close as a blade, but it works well enough. It gets better over the first couple of weeks so give it some time. I shaved twice the first day, but not since. Also, this saves me time because I shave in the car when I would otherwise not be doing anything. It is not faster than blade shaving. I have a long commute that's mostly interstate so it works for me. It take me probably the same 7-8 minutes to shave with this as it did with a blade.

Amazing shave at a good price. Just wish I had bought it sooner!

Its a great shaver. I had recently bought the type by another company. I wasn't happy so I bought this one. the foil shavers for me work the best. Close shave, long battery life and all the features are well worth the money! You will be happy with this shaver. No complaints.

Shaves well, and the trimmer is great, but it is loud and I am concerned about the long term effect on my hearing. On a decibel meter app, it hits 79-80, while the Philips I was using is 74-75. Decibel ratings are logorithmic.

Have only used 3 times. So far so good. I like it quite and shaves close my skin.

Good buy for the price, close shave, easy to clean and don’t have to buy cleaning products to clean it

I have tried several different shavers and brands. This is by far the best! Gets as close as a shave as you will get with an electric.

Throw out your old traditional razors asap! If you normally suffer from bumps or irritation then this shaver would be perfect for you! This shaver provides a close, comfortable and clean shave without the worry! Charges fast and is ultra portable I definitely recommend it! Heck, I own two one for my home and one for travel and I have not been disappointed yet!

Short and sweet: if there is a better electric shaver on the market I don’t want or need it. Close shave, quick charge, seems VERY well made and totally reliable. I love mine!!! Confession - I just bought my third one. New blades cost $50+; bought my 2nd and third shavers on sale for around $100 (several years apart). Call me crazy! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

I've had many electric shavers (a family member sends different ones from where they work) but I always go back to my Pan ES-SL41 that I've had for years and it's served me well. The 41 has finally gave up it's ghost and I went to buy an arc3 but went for the arc5 and am happier than I've ever been when shaving. The old 3 blade had a slow time on 3 day growth on my face but the arc 5 cuts through it like it's one day growth. Is it smooth? My spouse is the jury and she loves how close it gets. Charge lasted a month on mine with shaving (may differ on your face and how often you shave). But this was worth every dime!

This will initially appear intimidating if transitioning from an Arc 3 but the power and closeness of shave are worth it in my opinion. Design wise, it's beautifully crafted and higher in cost but Best Buy occasionally has these sales that make it "attainable". Having used rotary heads, razors and other Panasonic Arcs, this is a very good investment in my opinion; I hope to use it for several years like my previous Arc 3 ( which still works)!