The 2010 model differs from earlier series by the new transport lock, the power supply unit instead of 240V cable (greater than mobile power supplies) and it is made in China. Because the bulky power adapter This model is not optimal for the journey despite the supplied cloth bag.
The quality shaving comes close to a Gillette Mach3-wet shave, is so good.
In contrast to the much cheaper Panasonic ES-RT31 This shaver is equipped with long-life lithium ion batteries instead of just using NiMH batteries, which are worn out quickly. Compared to the more expensive Panasonic ES-RF41 the battery indicator has only three stages instead of five and no vibrations 10,000 promised. So you can live well. According to the manual, the device three years, although it is intended to replace the shaving foil every year and after two years the razor holds. The consumption costs therefore are limited.
Incidentally, this model contrary to the statements of Panasonic no sound cleaning mode, but it also does not matter, cleaning is easily anyway.