Amazon.com Product Review
Step up to a new level of precision and comfort with the Norelco T970 AccuVac Vacuum Trimmer. The unique design incorporates vacuum suction to capture and direct cut hairs into the integrated hair chamber so there is no mess to clean up -- no matter what angle you're trimming.
The advanced technology of the AccuVac System, the most effective integrated vacuum available in a trimmer, effortlessly captures and directs cut hairs into the Hair Chamber so there is no mess to clean up. |
The precision zoom lock locks into one of nine different settings to easily achieve a precise, even trim. View larger |
The unique AccuControl trimming system adjusts to all facial contours. View larger |
Meanwhile, the T970's "AccuControl" trimming system features a flexing guide comb that adjusts to facial contours for precise, even trimming every time. Simple to Maneuver, the AccuControl system easily trims difficult to reach areas such as the neck and chin. The trimming unit also locks into one of nine different settings for your desired beard length. The trimmer cuts precisely and evenly no matter what look you're after: stubble, goatee, or a medium to full beard.
Norelco's revolutionary "SteelWave" technology adds another dimension of precision with wave-shaped, self-sharpening blades that channel and cut hair. There's even a specialty mini-trimmer attachment that clips on for precise trimming of your mustache, sideburns, or beard line.
In addition to great trimming performance, the T970 is designed for longevity and comfort. The stainless steel self-sharpening blades offer a lifetime of precision cutting and no lubrication is ever needed. The ergonomic design provides total control over the trimming process, while making the trimmer easy to use, comfortable to hold, and simple to maneuver. The transparent hair chamber makes it easy to see when the chamber needs to be emptied to maintain optimum performance. And a five-LED battery charging level meter provides you with accurate battery power status. In addition to a full two-year warranty, the T970 comes with a 60-day money-back guarantee.
What's in the Box Norelco T970 AccuVac Vacuum Trimmer, travel pouch, power cord and AC adaptor, and cleaning brush. View box contents
Customer Reviews
Average Customer Review
(130 customer reviews) 420 of 435 people found the following review helpful
I don't understand the complaints....,
November 30, 2004 E. N. Cook "linedrivehit" (Montgomery, Alabama USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Philips Norelco T970 Accu-Vac Beard and Moustache Trimmer (Health and Beauty)
I have been trimming my beard for over 25 years, and this is a great trimmer. I don't understand the complaints. If you gave some people $1,000 worth of silver, they would complain and wonder why you didn't give them $1,000 worth of gold. I have no complaints about this trimmer. Look at some of the complaints of others. Some said it didn't vacuum ALL the hair, and some said only 1% of the hair. I would have to say that has to be "operator error" because I have very little or NO hair left when I trim. My wife is extremely happy with the clean sink. Another reviewer said it was "noisy"....compared to what? It was not as loud as a hair dryer, and what did the reviewer expect - a completely silent vacuum? I mean, a clothes dryer is louder than a clothes-line, but I doubt many people would prefer going back to the days of hanging their clothes out to dry. Someone complained that it took two hands to turn the dial to the beard length position you wanted. Let's see, you hold the...Read more
46 of 49 people found the following review helpful
Good, all-around device for facial hair & hair on your head,
September 17, 2004 AaronR (United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Philips Norelco T970 Accu-Vac Beard and Moustache Trimmer (Health and Beauty)
I keep my hair and goatee very short and I have been trimming my own hair for 10 years. I am not an expert on hair trimming products but during the past 10 years I have used Wahl, Oster, Conair corded trimmers. I have also used Braun and Norelco cordless shavers. I purchased this product because I was looking for a product that could trim my goatee and serve as a travel trimmer for my hair. Although I intended to order it from Amazon, I needed it more immediately and therefore purchased the T970 from a Target retail store for $39.99 (on sale).
I normally do not write reviews but I was surprised at the disparity of reviews for this product. Most people either loved it or hated it. I also became skeptical of some extreme reviews (positive and negative) when I saw the same exact reviews found at places such as Target.com. I hope the following will be helpful to others:
I recommend visiting a store (e.g., Target) such as I did to see the competing products...Read more
24 of 25 people found the following review helpful
Don't buy it for the vacuum,
September 24, 2004 JM (CA USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Philips Norelco T970 Accu-Vac Beard and Moustache Trimmer (Health and Beauty)
This popped up in my gold box, and I decided to give it a whirl since the idea of trimming my beard with no mess had a lot of appeal. The vacuum does half work. Unfortunately, catching half the mess won't change the need for clean-up--there's less to clean, but you'll still need to do it. So my main recommendation is that you shouldn't let the vacuum "feature" be your reason for buying this. If anything, it's a slight negative, because the opening for the vacuum gets in the way when you are doing edge trimming without the attachment.
The next down-side is the "memory" rechargeable batteries. Basically, unless you let the batteries completely discharge before recharging, they will hold less and less charge each time. This is mentioned in the folded up piece of paper that passes for a manual--you will want to read through that. Which leads me to my final gripe: That piece of paper is extremely poorly done--diagrams with no explaination, unclear instructions, etc. So you do...Read more
