Customer Reviews

Norelco T860 AcuControl Beard and Moustache Trimmer

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The 860T is all that Norelco says it is. I was worried that the "Acu-Control system" would be fragile and gimmicky, but Norelco has proven me wrong! This trimmer delivers a precise, consistent shave every time. It is easy to use and the controls have a solid feel to them giving you complete control over your beard and moustache. I also like that Norelco gives you the option of corded or cordless shaving with the 860T. This is as good as it gets.

Fantastic product. I've been using a Norelco trimmer for years, I finally had to replace it because the battery gave out (after about 6 years of almost daily use). The slight bend in the unit is a smart design decision, it prevents it from rolling like the earliar models. The guard is an interesting change as well, it basically serves to comb the beard after it's cut. I would highly recommend this line of trimmers.

I bought this trimmer, without any shopping around, to replace my previous Norelco after it died on me one morning. Two huge improvments in the newer model: One, the beard guide works much, much better than the fixed guide on the old model. Second, if you do find yourslef with a dead mattery one morning, you an just plug the trimmer in and it will run as it charges. Very handy. There are a number of other improvements as well, like the addition of the retracting moustache trimmer, that make it that much more convenient to use.

It's not perfect. Once I finish trimming with the guide, I usually have to snap it off and use the bare trimmer to taper the bottom of my beard at my neck. Those who trim more closely than I do won't have this problem. All in all, a good product and a good value.

Indeed, it does the job. Would have benefitted from being waterproof so could be rinsed after use, but otherwise does just fine + the price is right. No battery indicator - I just give it a swift re-charge about one a month. Beware of changing settings and forgetting to reselect the most appropriate for the target area.....!

... there's a few things that Norelco needs to change. First, the zoom ring, because it's made of rubber, tends to attract hair like a magnet attracts metal. Cleaning hair off of there is a MAJOR pain!! It'd be a hell of a lot easier to clean if it was made of plastic. Secondly, the cleaning brush they include is too small, and its design ain't that ergonomic. And why does it take 10 hours to charge up? Of course, I guess the average person doesn't use a trimmer that often, so I'm thinking that won't be a big deal. Overall, though, this product works as advertised. If you just want to "get the job done", and could care less about all that fancy, high tech stuff, then you'll get your money's worth with this trimmer.

This is the third trimmer that I have owned. It trims my beard very even with little effort. The last trimmer I owned vacumed up the hair as it cut but it was not worth the uneven cut or number of times I had to run it across my face to get it to trim. This norelco cuts even the first pass. I was suprised that it took such a short time to trim myself up. It glides smoothly over my face and you cant even feel it cutting. I would have gave it 5 stars if they had half settings but all the trimmers I had used in the past have the same problem....the 2 setting is to short and the 3 setting is to long I tried putting it between the settings like I did with an old Maverick trimmer but this one will not stay, so now I just trim it on the 2 setting and wait till it grows a day or two and its perfect!

I bought this trimmer two months ago. I use it to keep my hair very short. I have not gone to a barber ever since I bought this. I simply turn the dial to set the guard to level 5 and cut all of my hair the same lenght. Definitely easy to use. On my short hair, I can probably get four complete haircuts in one charge. This is a good trimmer for those men who like to keep their hair very short all the way around. Use it two times and it would have paid for itself due to the fact that you were able to avoid going to a barber.

This is my second Norelco trimmer. My first one was a T6000 that I bought back in February of 2001. The battery stopped taking a charge four months ago, after almost 3 years of use. I called Norelco to have the battery replaced, and I was then informed that they do not replace the batteries on these trimmers since replacing the battery would cost as much as buying a newer unit. So, I ordered the newer T860 from Amazon. The T860 functions just like the older T6000. In addition, the T860 can also function as a corded trimmer, in the event the battery stops taking a charge. The service life of the trimmer can extend beyond the life of the rechargeable battery by using the cord. I am satisfied with it.

By the way, the reason why the battery got damaged in my older T6000 was that I kept the unit plugged in the charger stand for very long periods of time. I later learned not to do that, as that practice will damage the battery over time. Overcharging even a little seems to damage the battery over time. It's best to read the directions so you will know how to properly care for the battery. The battery basically will determine the life of the unit. The cutters do not wear out, from what I can tell. The motor seems durable. So the life of the unit is really how long you can keep the internal rechargeable battery working. Norelco's internal rechargeable Ni-Cad batteries can last a long time, if given proper care. They seem to be of good quality.

I had a Norelco 885 razor, and the battery was still taking a charge after nine years. The razor had the advantage of having a five level battery meter that tells you how much charge is left in the internal batteries. Basically, you want to wait until there is only a little charge left before you put the unit in the charger. It seems this trimmer is a bit different though. The instructions on the T860 unit say to completely drain the battery. Which would be a bit inconvenient. With the T860 trimmer, it takes 10 hours for a full charge. Recharge fully. That way, you can minimize the dreaded "memory effect" or voltage depression and extend the useful life of the rechargeable batteries. The rechargeable batteries are permanently soldered inside the unit. This trimmer unit, T860, does not have a charge meter. I refrained from getting the pricier unit with a charge meter in order to economize. However, my advice to you, if you're not too cost-sensitive, is to get a unit with a charge meter. That way, you will know when to charge the unit and when to remove the unit from the charger. That precise practice should help extend the life of the battery, and hence, the unit.

I have had 5 or 6 trimmers, my first one many years ago was a Norelco, too. After using it thousands of times for years, I needed a new one.

I have tried other brands, but there is no comparison. I have the Norelco 850 now, and it is a workhorse.

I will never buy any other brand if I can help it. This Norelco trimmer is the highest quality I have found.

My trimmer is still as sharp and fast as when I first got it a year ago.

I shave my entire head, so really appreciate
a quality shaver with lots of height adjustments.
The pivot is smooth, no getting poked or scratched
by the comb guard. It follows contours well, so
I don't miss spots on the crown of my head.
It is even agile around the ear area. Nice.
100% Recommended.

it trims very smoothly. Worth the money. One little problem is that hairs tend to get stuck to the rubber handle but its negligble.