Former Norelco user for decades now. Norelco's shave is ok, especially when the shaver is new, but inevitably problems develop (in fact, turns into an ineffective shaver you don't think is the same one you bought). Like shaving an area that needs shaving and nothing happens, except the whirring of the shaver ; call that disappointing. Due to the positive reviews on the Remington, and the fact that "something needed to change," I switched, and with very positive results. The Remington is an awesome shaver; you see what needs attention, apply Remington, and it's done. That's the way shaving should be! If I could return the newer Norelco I bought 5 months ago for almost $200, I would, unfortunately, I can't. The difference in shaving (and I'm not an expert) is probably due to the superior shaving of Remington's foil backed up by two substantial cutters vs. Norelco's 3 spinning heads. When I popped the shaving head off my Norelco I found only one of the three heads doing 80% of the shaving based on cut shavings. That just will not work, and the problem worsens over time. Not with the Remington. Highly recommend.

Since I have no experience with men's electric razors, I posted a question ("Ask the Community") and explained that my dad tragically has dementia and is living in a facility now and he is totally capable of shaving himself if someone hands him a razor and tells him to do it. I wanted one that would not hurt him and could be re-charged so I don't have to keep bringing batteries. He has a tendency to keep going over and over his face, whereas before his illness he was always an efficient person. Anyway some nice men on here advised me that this would be good for him, so I ordered it. And the (male) nurse there who facilitates his shaving told me that it was a good choice and that it is working out fine. So I am giving it five stars. I even have a photo of him using it but I will not post it because he would not have liked people seeing him the way he is now. I'm happy with the razor and it was delivered very quickly.

REMINGTON F5-5800 FOIL SHAVER is a rechargeable electric shaver. The kit includes the shaver and recharging unit. I also have a less expensive model of what is essentially the same shaver. The less expensive model is Remington PF7300. Both models are light in weight. Both models seem to shave just as closely as each other. I did a side-by-side test, shaving the left side of my face with one model, and the other side with the other model, and checking myself outside in the sun with a mirror.

The more expensive model has a higher-pitched buzz, while the cheaper model has a lower-pitched buzz. The cheaper model seems to grip at my face, like a bunch of fish hooks, while the more expensive model is not as much like this. I am not completely sure about this observation, because the difference is not dramatic.

The more expensive model (F5-5800) has a vertical-shaped green light, situated immediately below the on/off button. The paper instructions call this vertical light, 'BATTERY FUEL GAUGE." Regarding the ability to re-charge the unit, both models come with a recharger, however the two rechargers are NOT COMPATIBLE with each other. This is because the shape of the socket is slightly different for the two recharging units (this will be an issue only to gentlemen who own both types of recharging units). The F5-5800 has a swivel shaving head (but the cheaper model does not have this). I have no idea if the swivel feature contributes the the quality or the comfort of the shave (I refrain from speculating here, about the swivel feature). Both models have a flip-out sideburn cutter.

WORD OF WARNING ABOUT LONGER HAIRS. You need to check yourself in the mirror for a clean shave. Neither unit is capable of clipping off hairs that have grown out, for example, grown out to a length of a few millimeters. It is easy to miss hairs on neck (just under the jaw) that have grown out a few millimeters. These types of hairs are extremely easy to cut with a hand-held razor blade, but electric shavers with a foil head simply are not able to cut hairs that have grown out to any degree of length (of course, the flip-out sideburn cutter is able to cut any longer hairs).

CONCLUSION. I have several weeks of experience with the F5-5800 shaver and the PF7300. What was most surprising to me, is that both shavers seem to do an equally good job at shaving. The more expensive F5-5800 model is slightly more preferable, in that it has less of a sensation of grabbing at my face like a bunch of fish hooks, because the higher-pitched whine is a bit nicer to the ears than the lower-pitched whine, and because the F5-5800 has more whistles'n'bells.

After 30 years using rotary shavers, I decided to try a foil shaver, the kind my dad used. I like it! This shaver gives me a closer shave than I was getting. Granted, my last rotary was old and the blades were probably dull. Still, this Remington gives me as close a shave as I could hope for.

One difference from my rotary shaver is that this Remington is a bit louder and has more vibration as it passes over my jawbone. It's not uncomfortable, just a noticeable difference.

A positive difference is that it's easier to trim my sideburns with the straight cut of this shaver. I bought this F5-5800 model because it had a pop-up trimmer for sideburns (and beards), and the trimmer works but I've found I don't need it because the foil can trim a straight line.

Another reason I bought this shaver is because it can be used while connected to an electrical socket. I have kept each of my shavers for more than 10 years, and the non-replaceable battery always fails before the rest of the shaver, so it's important to be able to plug it in.

This device seems to have a pretty hefty battery, which makes the shaver heavier than my last one but also helps it hold a charge. I fully charge the shaver and then let it run out of juice before I recharge it, so as to minimize the battery's "memory effect." I've just finished two charge-discharge cycles, and each time the charge lasted for a full month.

The charge indicator on the shaver is not accurate, unfortunately. It reaches 0 within two weeks, but from my experience the charge is only half-used by then. I therefore ignore the charge indicator.

Should I mention comfort? I don't even think about it because there is nothing uncomfortable about this shaver, unless you're picky about the noise when shaving near the ear or vibration on the jaw. The shaver does not tug or nick.

One other thing I notice with this shaver is the audible indication that it's shaving whiskers. Unlike my last shaver, this shaver makes a distinctive sound when it cuts whiskers, so I can tell whether I'm already done with that part of my face.

So, this device gets full marks for its close and comfortable shave, long-lasting battery with corded option, and the trimmer I don't even need.

I am a minister, so I try to keep clean shaven as best as I can. I've tried every kind of razor and shaving product under the sun (disposable razors, safety razors, straight razors). I have sensitive skin, and shaving with anything other than an electric razor every day wreaks havoc on my skin. I have been using electric razors for about 10 years now. I have had 2 Remingtons, 2 Norelcos, and 1 Panasonic. 1 Norelco and the Panasonic were high-end razors, the others were mid to low level razors.

My facial hair is pretty thick and grows quickly. Know that electric razors do not shave as close as a manual razor (which is ok with most people) and so you will have to shave everyday if you want to stay smooth. The only reason I purchased this razor was because I accidentally dropped and broke a piece of my Panasonic that was irreplaceable. On to the razor:

AESTHETICS: This razor is fairly nice looking. Not as sleek as some high end models, but that doesn't really matter. It's pretty heavy and feels sturdy. It's a lot wider than most of the other razors I've ever handled but I actually like that.

POWER: This is the biggest strength of the razor to me. Man it will cut through any thickness of facial hair.

NOISE: It is noisier than other razors I've had, but that may not be an issue for you.

SPEED: Due to it's power, it shaves very quickly.

COMFORT/SHAVE QUALITY: This is where I was disappointed. After using this razor, my face was severely irritated for the next few hours. To make things worse, the shave wasn't as close as what I was used to with my Panasonic ES8243. After all of the positive reviews, I was kind of disappointed.

IF YOU READ ANY OF THIS REVIEW, PLEASE READ THIS! The reason I titled this "know what you're buying" is because this is a GREAT razor if:

- You have thin, smooth facial hair
- Can get away with shaving less often
- Are on a budget

If any of those apply to you, this is the razor to get! I do honestly believe for the money it is a good razor. If you are used to higher end models though, you will be disappointed.

If you have thick, coarse, fast growing facial hair (and sensitive skin), I'd go ahead and spend the extra money and get a nicer razor because this one is pretty rough on your skin (and I know because I've had other models that leave no irritation). I ended up returning this razor and opted for another Panasonic after debating between it and the Braun Series 7.