Customer Ratings & Reviews

The best! Doesnt compare to any other shaver on the market.

Pretty good shave,but not perfect several passes needed. Norelco has really cheaped out on accessories, no more covers for the shave head to protect it after cleaning.

Nice shaver, but can't say this is the best of the best. I thought a rotary shaver would be better than my Braun foil shaver, but both are about the same in missing spots on my face and neck. Had to go back to using razor blades to finish the job.

Best shaver I have used easy to clean leaves my face smooth and no razor burns

This is my 3rd Philips/Norelco shaver in just over the past 30 years, and I must say that they are still the best!

Really good and close shave but only if this item is on sale.

It’s been 30 years since I bought a new electric shaver! I wish I bought this Norelco shaver years ago. Very nice.

The Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige is the best electric shaver I have ever used. As a package, this is a premium item. It comes with a very nice carrying case with room for the shaver, precision trimmer, brush, and charging cord. It also comes with a quick clean pod and cartridge. The shaver itself is largely metallic silver with black rubber handling area. The shaver has a square push on/off power button, comfort increase/decrease toggle button, and a LED display. The power cord plugs into the bottom for charging, which takes about an hour for a full charge of 60 usage minutes. If you need a shave in a quick pinch, it can charge enough for one shave in five minutes. I like that the LED turns on to show the remaining the power percentage with any motion of the shaver. The shaver can be locked so that neither the shaver nor the display turns on during travel, but it is nice to get details without turning it on. Of note is that the power cord is a complete part, and you don't need to supply the wall adapter. The quick clean pod is a nice touch. It allows the shaver to stand vertically so that the head can be cleaned via a 1 minute cleaning cycle as the head is immersed into cleaning fluid. The shaver can be used on dry and wet skin, just make sure to clean it with water or the cleaning pod after each use. It can be used in the shower or bathtub, as expected from a shaver. I have been using it to shave my face and neck with dry skin, and it does a great job. My skin feels incredibly smooth, like the shave was done with a straight razor. I kept in on the middle (dynamic) comfort setting and I haven't noticed any irritation. I used the precision trimmer around my moustache and it did a good job. After I was done, I opened the head to rinse out the cut hair, flicked the water drops off, and placed it to the side. I tried a cordless shaver a few years ago and did not like how it cut, but this has been the complete opposite experience. It cuts well, maintenance is easy, and the LED will show you if there are any issues like if the head needs cleaned or if it is time to replace the head (about once a year). The Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige may be the shaver that makes me put away my straight razor. It is a premium product that any man in your life will be thankful to receive.

Bought for my husband, he had one for years same brand but loves this one more.

I’ve been using this high end rotary shaver for about 10 days now and after a brief adjustment period I’ve found that it provides a very close and comfortable shave. The design is attractive, and the dock used for self-cleaning provides a handy place to stand the unit between shaves. There are definitely pros and cons to the relatively large three-element shaving head vs. smaller foil based systems. On the one hand, the three heads pivot easily to conform very well to my neck and face and the system makes it easy to cover larger areas and get great results. However, this larger size can also make it a little more challenging to shave smaller areas like between the nose and upper lip. Overall, I’m adjusting fine and I think the system works well. The percent of battery life is clearly displayed on the handle and based on my usage so far, I’d expect about 3 weeks of use before it needs charging. The supplied cleaning stand does NOT charge the shaver – you need to plug it in separately. The shaver comes with a stand which can accept cartridges with cleaning solution and when you “dock” the shave in this stand, a single press of the power button will start a self clean cycle lasting about a minute. After 10 days of using only the self-cleaning system after shaving, I opened the heads to find them spotless, so the system works well, but be aware you will need to buy replacement cleaning cartridges once every month or two. Fortunately they’re less than $5 each. For me, the main negatives with this unit are related to design and form factor. First, in order to use the trimmer you need to detach the shaver head and attach the trimmer, then remove it again when done. It works fine, but it much less convenient that the pop-up trimmers on some units. Second, the size of the shaving head and need for a separate trimmer attachment mean that the travel case for this shaver is relatively large, which is not ideal for travelling light. You may also need to pack the charger (which doesn’t go in the travel case) if your trip will be more than 2 weeks long. If these drawbacks don’t bother you, this could be a good fit as it does manage to delivery very good shaving performance in an attractive package. Pros: - Excellent smooth and comfortable shave - Relatively large shaving head does a great job covering large areas like face and neck - Reasonable battery life (~ 2-3 weeks) - Attractive design - Self-cleaning system works well, but it’s also easy to rinse and clean if you prefer Cons: - That large shaver head can make tighter spots like mustache area more challenging - Using the trimmer requires removing the shaver head and using a separate attachment - The large shaver head and separate trimmer mean that the travel case is relatively large - Charging requires plugging in the shaver – the self cleaning base unit does not charge the battery. On the plus side, this may yield better battery longevity since the battery isn’t always sitting at 100%.

It was a great purchase. Replaced my 17 year old norelco razor.

Fast delivery, works great so far, clean shave, very close

At first glance, you would expect this razor to be very heavy, as it looks like it's a thick metal. It's actually incredibly light, but seems surpassingly durable. I've had several high end electric razors, but this is my first Phillips, and the shave is probably the best I've ever had with an electric razor. It's incredibly smooth, and the head is very adaptative to the contour of my face. My wife has actually used this on her legs because it's so flexible that she can easily get her knees and ankles, and since she can use it in the shower, it's a huge plus. I don't know how I feel about the quick cleaning pod. I think it's a great idea, but my other high end razors have these, and I never use them once they run out of cleaning solution. The carrying case is pretty large, and while quite attractive, it's something I'll likely never use. The things I really love are the digital display, the overall design is very comfortable on my hand, and very intuitive to use. The blades guide effortlessly across your face so there is virtually no irritation, and the razor will adapt to the thickness of your beard, which is a really neat feature. Overall, pretty thrilled with this razor. I can't imagine a razor getting much nicer than this one.

The first thing you should notice about the Norelco 9000 rotary shaver when you unbox it is the beautiful design. This might sound strange since I’m writing about a shaver, but it’s very nice looking! Inside the box, you’ll find the shaver, a fairly large travel case, a Quick-Clean Pod with fluid cartridge, a corded charger, a small cleaning brush and the user manual. It takes about an hour to charge fully and should last 60 minutes. A quick charge of just 5 minutes should be enough energy for 1 use. The included travel case is nice, a bit on the large side, large enough to hold the shaver, charging cable and the click on precision trimmer attachment. The 9000 is fairly lightweight and very comfortable to hold. The notched rubber part on the back is shaped so your finger can fit right in and grip it comfortably. The fit and finish on this razor is incredible. The sound this shaver makes sounds high tech and very quiet. When I compared the S9000 to the Norelco 7000 series shaver, the S9000 sounds much nicer, more quiet, a smoother and almost high tech sound. The 7000, while not a bad shaver at all, sounds less refined and louder. I use the shaver dry, you can use this in the shower with gels and shaving cream if you wish. The shave is as close as any other electric shaver I’ve used. The 3 heads pivot individually to contour to your face. I found the pivoting heads to work very well, it shaved off all my stubbles very quickly and with minimal effort. With my foil shaver, I have to go over a few times and look closely in a well-lit area to make sure I got all my stubbles. Once done, simply press the release button in front of the rotary shaver to pop open the top and rinse off with water (after each use). With this trimmer, there is no pop up trimmer on the back, which I find very convenient and use all the time. Instead, you have to take off the rotary heads by pulling straight up (I was uncomfortable the first time I did this, I was worried I would break it) and replacing it with the trimming attachment. I couldn’t help noticing that this trimming attachment didn’t do as good a job on my sideburns as my current foil shaver did. I think it’s because of the size of the “teeth”, the teeth and the gaps in between on the Norelco is wider than my current foil shaver. It seems the sacrificed convenience over form factor when designing this shaver. With the notch on the back where your finger comfortably sits, that is where most shavers would have the hair trimmer built in instead of having to swap out the unit. This shaver also takes less time, probably due to the 3 heads covers more surface area. After using the Norelco for several days, I gotten used to the Norelco. It does the job quickly, the shaver itself is more quiet than my foil shaver. I don’t find the app that useful, not sure what shave history does for me. It seems like every device has an app these days, whether it needs it or not. Also included with this shaver is the quick clean pod. Once you do it once and understand how it works, it’s quite convenient to use. In a nutshell, you open the liquid and place the entire container into the pod container. There’s a little ring you snap to give you a carrying handle to lift into and out of the cleaning pod. Then place cleaning pod lid back on and place shaver in and press the start button. The shaver will know to go into clean mode, in 1 minute, it will be done. Depending how often you use the cleaning solution, you might have to replace it after a month (daily use) or 3 months (weekly use) - $12 for 2 pods. The Norelco S9000 is a beautiful device, it’s for the person who appreciates design and form factor, not so much for someone that is on a budget or demands practicality. Know what you are getting, there are rotary shavers that are less expensive that does a similar job. Much like a luxury car vs. budget car, they both get you to the same place, but which would you rather drive?

After being away from electric razors for some time, I was able to give a slightly less robust Norelco a try. Now, while I was very pleased with how that one performed, I have to say I have come away even more impressed with this model. I think I can easily say it is the best electric razor I have ever used. The shaver itself is well-built, a good weight, feels good in the hand, and, perhaps most importantly, fits very well in my hand. It just looks like a quality and premium device. The main button is responsive and the LED screen is clear, easy to understand and provides all the relevant data you might need (Battery % Indicator, Cleaning Indicator, Battery Low Indicator, Replacement Head Indicator, Travel Lock Indicator). From a hardware perspective, it is all good. It looks good too. Beyond the shaver itself, you get the quick clean pod (with one cartridge), a fairly nice travel pouch, a precision trimmer, a cleaning brush, and the power cord. Pretty much all you need. While all of these things are “good” to see, frankly, given this is a somewhat premium product in this space, what is really important to me is how it shaves. As I mentioned earlier, I have mostly been away from electric for some time, so I was a bit hesitant given my past experiences. To put it simply, I could not be happier with how well this shaver worked for me. So far, it has given me close, comfortable, and smooth shaves. Every time. Full stop. Quiet. Quick. Wet. Dry. No discomfort. I can’t say that I fully get all the “tech” involved here, but the shaver glides very easily over my face, doesn’t get caught up, and seems to hit all the angles my face throws at it. I have a pretty sensitive face (another reason I had some concerns) and some pretty thick facial hair, but I just haven’t had any problems. It just wasn’t something I was expecting and was a nice surprise. It was exactly what I was looking for. Thankfully, cleanup is not only easy, but, honestly, I think kind of cool. The pod system is pretty simple, intuitive, and just works. I am not exactly loving the economics of replacements, but this is something I will have to explore and see how it all plays out. Lastly, I also have to say that I am pleased with the battery life. Charges are relatively quick, and I will easily get quite a few shaves out of a single, full charge. In the end, this is a great shaver, and I could not be more pleased with how it has worked for me. It has a great feature-set, cleanup is a breeze, and it does everything I need and want very well, and it does it comfortably.

Having used Philips shavers for a very very long time, this newest one is near perfect. Right out of the box it is ready to go, no need to install any blades or get anything overly setup. Push button, and start to shave. At first I thought the boxy shaped blade head area was going to be a challenge, but really it helped get a crisp line in areas I wanted it. I was able to control the shaver better. Three power levels, that I could speed up the blades. For me, I just needed the low level, I don't have thick hair. First usage, no shaver irritation. Just a clean smooth shave. Light weight, not overly bulky, and was done shaving in just a couple minutes. The one nit-pick is a 2023 nit-pick. I am not sure why the need for a custom (yet small) adapter for this. Why not a USB-C option? or just it being a USB-C sized port. As a traveler, I would like one less thing to bring with me, just in case I need the charge while I am out there. Included is a cleaning kit, looks simple to use, but no need to use it after each shave, just rinse in water and ready to go. Will use the kit, for a deep clean about once a month

The Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige is, hands down, the quietest and closest shave I’ve experienced with an electric shave — and I’ve been a Norelco triple-header user since the early 70’s. It’s easy to use, clean, and store. What’s a tad bit unnecessary (my opinion) is what Norelco calls the Quick Clean Pod. Does it work at cleaning the shaver? Yes. Is it worth the extra expense of purchasing a refill? Not for me. In fact, in the instructions, Philips Norelco even carefully instructs you on how to do a deep clean once a month using hot running water and a brush (supplied). That’s what I’ve always done, and will continue to do…once the Quick Clean Pod runs out. I do like how there are three head settings, dependent upon your shaving preference. Very simple and intuitive. Same goes for the travel lock, since I prefer to throw this (gently) into my shaving kit with all my other crap when hitting the road, instead of using the provided travel case. It actually is a very nice case, and large enough to hold and protect the shaver, as well as the provided sideburn/mustache trimmer, brush, and possibly a couple other small items. Maybe for longer trips, I don't know. That brings up my only gripe about this shaver — no pop-up trimmer. You have to pull off the shave head and then pop in the trimmer attachment. Not a huge deal (especially with the close shave this shaver provides), but I like a pop-up trimmer. Call me old fashioned. Verdict — one star penalty. Did I mention how quiet this is? Granted, I’ve been using Norelcos since before Philips was added to the name — so my hearing may not be what it used to be. But this thing is quiet. Barely a squeak. All in all, the S9000 Prestige is a darn good shaver. Close shave, long battery life, easy-to-read display, use it wet or dry — what else could you possibly want? Well, you know…

I would have returned this item if I had tried it out before the return time was up. I have to use a regular razor after using this because it gets about 25% of the whickers on my face. I wish I had tried it sooner. I have tried shaving 1 day after shaving and a week after shaving and I get the same result.

The Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige is a light weight solid feeling wet/dry shaver that is supposed to give you a close shave while helping you avoid cuts and avoiding the hair snagging most shavers give you with longer hairs. The shaver does a really great job of giving you a close to razer shave and it does not leave you skin dry like certain other products. The skin-glide coating does an excellent job along with the ultraflex suspension system which helps the shaver just glide around the users face which makes using the shaver feel effortless. While you do have to go over certain dense area a few time it wasn't really an issue for me since it would take just a extra pass or so. Now Philips claims that this shaver can give you an ultimate shave even on a 7 day beard and the shaver does a really nice job with cutting close but there are times where it will snag on longer/thicker hairs(dry shave), I tested it after a 5 day shave and while it didn’t struggle it did leave me with a few small cut. I don’t feel you could go 7 days without a slight trim prior to using this for a dry shave even with the smart hair sensor. Speaking of the trimmer attachment is has to be one of the absolute worst I have used, they should have just not included it because it does not help with lining up beard/side burns. You could use it to do a pre-trimm of your face prior to the shave but even than I would avoid using the trimmer attachment. The S9000 comes with a very nice case and the cleaning pod does a great job making the shaver feel new after every use. Overall its a decent product that would be good for someone that does a clean shave at all times.

Judging just from the appearance of the Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige shaver, the design is elegant and modern. The triple rotary head is soft and flexible and has a hinged opening for easy cleaning the heads. While I don’t have a thick heavy beard, the shaver glides effortlessly and conforms to every angle of my face perfectly. One of the reasons I stopped using electric shavers before was the fact that longer hairs on the neck and under the chin were impossible to shave without using a blade, but the S9000 Prestige has no problem. I will be so glad to return to an electric shaver as expensive blade razors dull quickly and I was prone to at least one cut per shave. From an ecological standpoint, electric shaving helps to save the planet from tossing more and more plastic shavers into the landfills. I like to moisturize my skin after shaving and my skin feels every bit as smooth as using a blade. One thing I really appreciate is how quiet the shaver is, probably a sign of the high precision quality of the shaver itself. This is my first wet/dry shaver and so this was my first attempt at using foam shaving cream with an electric shaver. I was amazed at how smooth and quiet it is while shaving with foam, and it even feels like a slightly closer shave with less irritation than when using either a blade or dry electric shaver. I think I will use it as a wet shaver from now on. The detachable charging cord plugs directly into the razor. I prefer this over using a charging base that take up valuable counter space around the sink. Charging only takes about an hour. The percentage of battery life remaining on the shaver is easy to read and takes all the guesswork of knowing when it's time for a charge. The trimmer requires pulling the head straight off and it snaps into place with a simple firm push. I like the fact that opening the shaving heads is a simple slide of a button and it’s hinged to avoid dropping and potentially damaging the heads when cleaning. A quick rinse under the tap is recommended to clean the shaver after each daily use. Included is a quick cleaning pod to more thoroughly clean and lubricate the shaving heads with their cleaning solution refills. Simply position the shaver into the recessed area of the pod and turn it on. The shaver runs through a cleaning cycle automatically, which takes about a minute. The S9000 Prestige comes with an attractive well-made protective case that holds the razor, trimmer, cord and a small cleaning bristle brush. Just so I don’t lose it, I store the instruction booklet in one of the mesh pockets. It’s reassuring to know that you can lock the power button while traveling so that you don’t arrive at your destination with a dead battery from accidentally powering it on. No doubt the Philips Norelco S9000 Prestige shaver is expensive, but I’ve learned from experience that quality comes at a price. I used to hate shaving, but now I actually look forward to it.