I bought this electric shaver about 3 weeks ago, after my last was one of Philips. After about an hour. The battery was fully charged and I could go to work. The shaving was thorough, nowhere to wounds were even on the neck, everything was clean-shaven. The razor fits comfortably in your hand, is balanced, that is not too heavy or too light. One-time charging enough shave for 5-6 times with me. The past few weeks with the purchased unit were pleasant. I can forgive it full 5 stars.