You can buy a super affordable electric shaver but still end up with a reliable Japanese-made product that delivers what it promises. The Panasonic ES8243A Arc4 Men’s Electric Shaver can be used wet or dry, and has special “Nanotech” blades that promise a smoother closer shave. Its four blade shaving system promises to be much better than the traditional three blade shaving systems of past years. If you want to skip the cleaning and charging stations that are offered with other Panasonic shavers, then the Panasonic ES8243A Arc4 Men’s Electric Shaver will be a better choice for you.
A pivoting head lets you get into all the nooks and crannies of your face. There’s even a pop-up trimmer to trim existing facial hair, so you don’t need to keep two trimming devices in your bathroom.
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Panasonic ES8243A Arc4 | Braun Series 7-790cc | Braun Series 9 9095cc | |
Score | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.4 |
Battery | 45m | 50m | 50m |
Display | LED | LED | LED |
Blade Type | Foil | Foil | Foil |
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Some of the newer shavers with all the fancy gadgets can actually be bulky and heavy, but the Panasonic ES8243A Arc4 provides a light 6.2 ounce weight, providing a firm, light grip in your hand.
The Panasonic ES8243A Arc4 Men’s Electric Shaver has a reliable Panasonic linear motor that runs at 13,000 rpm that will cut through the thickest of beards and hairs to get the job done. Standard electric razor motors usually run at around 8000 to 10,000 rpm, so you’ll be pleasantly surprised at how fast the Panasonic ES8243A Arc4 is.
If you’re on the run, the electric shaver has a quick five minute charge, so you don’t have to skip your morning shaving if the device runs low on battery charge. When charged up to full strength, it’ll stay charged up for around fourteen days before needing another charge again.
The LCD display will also remind you that’s it’s time to clean your electric shaver, so it can remain at optimum shaving performance. There’s a special turbo mode that you can activate, so that the razor speed accelerates up to 17,000 RPM, which will vibrate off any sticking hairs. The 100% waterproof design will enable quick and easy cleaning under a running tap, so you’re ready for the next day.
The best method to use the Panasonic ES8243A Arc4 is in a circular motion around the face, rather than the straight up and down motions in other similar linear-style razors.
The Panasonic ES8243A Arc4 electric shaver includes the shaver, power adaptor, and a travel case in the box. Replacement packs that include new blades and foils can also be purchased separately.