Amazon.com Product Review
The Norelco 9190XL SmartTouch Dry Razor Shaving System is loaded with all the best features Norelco has to offer -- the SmartTouch contour following system, speed-XL shaving heads, an automatic charging stand with clock, and more.
Get a closer shave with the Norelco 9190XL. View larger. |
The contour following system uses razor head pivots and flexes to ensure constant contact with your skin, and the speed-XL heads provide 50-percent more shaving surface for a faster, smoother, closer shave.
The 9190XL enables you to personalize your shave with three comfort settings that adjust to your skin type for maximum comfort in sensitive areas. The centerpiece of Norelco's precision cutting system are the ultra-thin heads with slots to shave long hairs, and holes to shave the shortest stubble. In addition, each head "floats" to align the razor sharp blades and bring them closer to your skin for the smoothest shave imaginable. Of course, no Norelco would be complete without the patented reflex action system that automatically adjusts to every curve on your face, and the superior "lift-and-cut" technology that uses a dual stainless steel blade system to lift hair, and cut it comfortably below the skin level. And once your skin is baby-smooth, simply rinse the razor clean, clip on the included protective razor head cap, and store your 9190XL in the automatic charging stand.
This razor also comes fully equipped with an LCD display with multi-function indicators. So you know that you're razor is tuned just for your face, the display shows your personal comfort setting. The display also features an audible buzzer alarm and travel lock, battery capacity indicators, and a shaving head replacement/cleaning indicator. Plus, the razor comes with a sleek, stylish stainless steel storage pouch and the automatic charging stand features a handy, built-in clock.
 | SmartTouch Contour Following System - Revolutionary contour following system with suspension pivots and flexes to optimally adjust the shaver to your face.
Speed XL Shaving Heads - Up to 50% more shaving surface with the three shaving rings for precision cutting and a shaving head protector cap to protect the heads. |
 | Personal Comfort Control® System - Personalize your shave with 3 comfort settings that adjust to your skin type for maximum comfort in sensitive areas. |
 | Precision Cutting System - Ultra thin heads with slots to shave long hairs and holes to shave the shortest stubble. |
 | Patented Reflex Action® System - Automatically adjusts to every curve on your face for flexible, smoother shaving. |
 | Superior Lift & Cut® Technology - Dual blade system lifts hair to cut comfortably below skin level. Stainless steel blades for comfortably close shaves. |
 | Individually Floating Heads - Align the razor-sharp blades closer to your skin for exceptional closeness. |
 | Simply Rinses Clean - Quick and Easy! |
Warranty Full two-year warranty
What's in the Box Norelco 9190XL SmartTouch dry razor shaving system, automatic charging stand with clock, protective razor head cap, power cord, cleaning brush, and pouch.
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 | Superior Lift and Cut ® technology | |  | | | | | | | | |
 | Individually floating heads | | | | | | | | | | |
 | Precision cutting system | | | | | | | | | | |
 | Easily rinses clean | | | | | | | | | | |
 | SpeedXL shaving system | |  | | | | | | | | |
 | Automatic charging stand | | | | | | | | | | |
 | Jet clean and charge system | | | | | | | | | | |
 | Personal comfort control system | | | | | | | | | | |
 | SmartTouch contour following system | | | | | | | | | | |
 | Multi-function LCD display | | | | | | | | | | |
| Replacement Heads | HQ8 | HQ8 | HQ8 | HQ8 | HQ9 | HQ9 | HQ9 | HQ9 | HQ9 |
Customer Reviews
Average Customer Review
(70 customer reviews) 40 of 41 people found the following review helpful
Almost a home run,
September 23, 2006 Ronald L. Courtois "bug045" (Encinitas, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Philips Norelco 9190XL SmartTouchXL Shaver (Health and Beauty)
I purchased this shaver after giving up on my Braun 7600 series razor. It just didn't give me a close enough shave and I was tired of buying the cleaning system solution - which are a rip off in my opinion. I had never tried a Norelco product before and was skeptical. However it gives me the closest shave I have ever gotten from an electric. I initially tried the middle setting and got a little irritation on my neck but otherwise fine. It does take some getting used to the circular heads when shaving my upper lip but did cover the area better than the Braun - which left a small ridge near my nose. I like being able to just rinse the heads instead of an expensive and sticky cleaning system. They could leave out all the fancy electronics and I didn't need a clock in the base. I would have given 5 stars if it had been a little less expensive.
64 of 72 people found the following review helpful
Disappointed: not worth the upgrade from the 8890 model...,
May 18, 2006 xleo - See all my reviews
This review is from: Philips Norelco 9190XL SmartTouchXL Shaver (Health and Beauty)
I was seduced by the new features offered by this shaver thinking it was worth it but found out after one week using it that it is not.
I've been using philips-Norelco electric shavers for the past 10 years, every couple of years I change for an updated new model, so I'm not new to these shavers.
This time I went for the new top of the line and I'm dissapointed: my old 8000 series was smoother, with the 9190 I get a sligly faster shave (but not closer) but irritates my skin (thanks to the three ring shaving heads, faster shave but uncortable one). LCD is terrible (contrary to old model) can't see info unless I turn on the razon. Pros: Motor is quieter, design is pretty, better handling, but thats is the least important stuff, I'm getting hurt with this shaver!.
I am thinking of either returning it or replacing heads with the 8 series model (too bad after spending $200!) or keep suffering a couple of weeks more to see if my face gets used to the new...Read more
26 of 27 people found the following review helpful
Very nice. Norelco says it will get better,
November 29, 2006 H Giersberg (Woodstock, Ga United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Philips Norelco 9190XL SmartTouchXL Shaver (Health and Beauty)
My wife got this shaver for me as a birthday gift. It looks very nice and feels very comfortable on my face. I have it set to the normal sensitivity setting which means it tightens the spring and pressure of the floating heads. So far, no razor burn. This setting is suppose to also give the fastest shave. The shaver is very quiet. It comes with a great stainless steel carry case. For a razor this expensive, that is nice. I should not have to worry about it when I take trips. If I keep it in my car to shave while driving to work, it should be protected. Other than flushing with hot water, Norelco recommends cleaning and lubricating once a month. You can use their commericial products or, their instructions say use rubbing alcohol and mineral oil. They also suggest replacing the shaving heads once a year. Norelco offers a 60 day money back guarantee. They say you need to use the razor exclusively for 3-weeks before you decide if it's right for you. This allows your skin to adjust to...Read more
