Philips Norelco Qc5530/40 Do-It-Yourself Hair Clipper

by Philips

Product Features

• Easy to handle with 180-degree rotating head
• Lithium ion battery allows 1 hour charge for 60 minutes of usage
• Adjustable zoom ring for easy length settings
• Precision trimmer

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Give yourself the perfect haircut with ease and accuracy when you use the Philips Norelco Do-it-Yourself Hair Clipper. With a full range of length settings, a 180-degree rotating head, and a comb that follows the contours of your head, the Do-it-Yourself Hair Clipper lets you trim your hair without help. For further convenience, the clipper features a lithium-ion battery and a one-hour Quick Charge Power System that provides 60 minutes of running time.

180-Degree Rotating Head

Adjustable Zoom Ring

2-D Contour- Following Comb

Fully Washable

Skin-Friendly Blades and Combs

20 Length Settings

Do-it-Yourself Hair Clipper At a Glance: Easy to handle with 180-degree rotating head 20 easily adjustable length settings give you the look you want Lithium-ion battery allows for 60 minutes of use per one-hour charge Fully washable design adds convenience Skin-friendly blades and contour-following comb provide comfort Precision trimmer curves around ears and trims sideburns Two-year worldwide guarantee

The 180-degree rotating head lets you trim your own hair with ease and precision. View larger.

Simply rotate the trimmer's head to achieve the angle that gives you the best reach. View larger.

Easy to Handle with 180-Degree Rotating Head
Thanks to the innovative 180-degree rotating head on the Do-it-Yourself Hair Clipper, you can trim your own hair with ease and precision. Instead of trying to move your hand or arm into an uncomfortable and difficult position, you can simply rotate the trimmer's head to achieve the angle that gives you the best reach. The rotating head has a 41-millimeter cutting width that lets you cut more hair with each stroke, and it provides a consistent and even cut every time.

Easy Adjustments for the Perfect Length
With 20 length settings between a #1/2 and #9, the Do-it-Yourself Hair Clipper gives you the options you need to create the haircut you want. It's easy to adjust to the length setting using the integrated zoom ring. Simply turn the wheel until you reach the right length for your hair--check the length settings on the side of the comb for accuracy.

Contour-Following Combs and Skin-Friendly Blades for Comfort
The Do-it-Yourself Hair Clipper features 2-D combs (big, small, and precision) that move slightly up and down to follow the contours of your head for a smooth, even, and comfortable haircut. Both the combs and the stainless steel blades feature rounded edges that prevent scratching and increase comfort.

Precision Trimmer Contours Around Ears and Trims Sideburns
A precision trimmer is included for contouring around the ears and trimming your sideburns. This handy attachment ensures you'll always have a well-groomed look.

Easy-Clean Design
The Do-it-Yourself Hair Clipper is fully washable for easy cleaning. Keep it neat and tidy by simply running tap water over the combs and blades. There is no maintenance or lubrication required with this easy-to-use clipper--simply use, wash, and pack away for the next time.

Quick Charge and Long-Lasting Battery
Designed for total convenience, the Do-it-Yourself Hair Clipper features a lithium-ion battery and Quick Charge Power System--a one-hour quick charge provides 60 minutes of running time. A charging indicator lets you know when the clipper is ready to go.

If you just need a quick trim and don't have time to fully charge the clipper, you can plug it into a standard outlet for corded operation.

The Philips Norelco Do-it-Yourself Hair Clipper is backed by a manufacturer's two-year worldwide guarantee.

What's in the Box
Philips Norelco Do-it-Yourself Hair Clipper, cleaning brush, precision trimmer, and three guide combs (big, small, and precision).

Product Description

Give yourself the perfect haircut with ease and accuracy when you use the philips norelco do-it-yourself hair clipper. with a full range of length settings, a 180-degree rotating head, and a comb that follows the contours of your head, the do-it-yourself hair clipper lets you shave or trim your hair without help--even in hard-to-reach areas.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 2 x 2.5 x 7.5 inches ; 6.4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B004QWVY8A
• UPC: 075020016379
• Item model number: QC5530/40
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (78 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,088 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)
  • #52 in Health & Personal Care > Personal Care > Shaving & Hair Removal > Accessories

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

55 of 55 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Compare to Norelco QC5170, May 21, 2011

By 

Tate - See all my reviews
(VINE VOICE)    (TOP 500 REVIEWER)   

This review is from: Philips Norelco Qc5530/40 Do-It-Yourself Hair Clipper (Health and Beauty)

(What's this?)

I've been cutting my own hair for probably over a year now using the Philips Norelco QC5170 180-Degree Hair Clipper so naturally I was excited to try this do-it-yourself hair clipper. After a few haircuts, though, I must say that I can't really tell that much of a difference. When comparing the two, the only significant difference I could find was that this model is washable.

So, if you've seen the two models and aren't sure what to get, well then I guess this one is better for the washability because both seem to work well. Here's my list of pros and cons, which (with few exceptions) applies to both.

Pros:
- Cuts very well. I have thick hair so I was nervous that a wireless clipper wasn't going to be able to actually cut like a professional. It does. Sometimes you gotta go over the same spot a few times to make sure everything is even, but otherwise, this beast could shave you bald in a matter of seconds. Also, I'm quite impressed that the blades have stayed strong and sharp even after a year of use.

- 180 degree angle. I wouldn't necessarily call this feature THE selling point, but occasionally I find adjusting the angle to be beneficial in getting odd areas of hair. 90% of the time I just keep it upright, though.

- "Adjustable zoom ring" - I really like that there are so many length possibilities. Personally I prefer the 1 - 5 numbers on the QC5170, but the same concept is featured here and it lets you play around with how close or unclose you want the clipper to shave.

- Good charge life. Not GREAT charge life, but the good news is that it will function as fully charged until it goes out so even if the battery is half dead it won't be running on half power. Considering that haircuts are a fairly sporadic event, I couldn't imagine anyone having a really severe problem with the battery life unless they just forgot to charge it after a month or something.

Cons

- Limited hair styles. You get a lot of different length options, but in the case of my unprofessional knowledge of hair cutting, it would be hard for me to imagine anyone giving themselves a truly awesome hair-do that wasn't a buzz. I mean, you can do a lot of touching up and such, but for an all over cut - I wouldn't necessarily invest in this unless you know someone who can help you with it or unless you like a simple short cut like I do.

Overall - I must say, if you're in any way interested in cutting back on unnecessary spending, this personal hair clipper may be a great way to save a lot of money. As long as you aren't especially picky about a certain style, you can easily give yourself a decent variety of simple looks that will in no way scream unprofessional. I've had great experiences with Philips Norelco products, including the other model of hair clipper and their bodygrooms so I would definitely stand by the brand.

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Nice Clippers, August 19, 2011

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SteveF - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Philips Norelco Qc5530/40 Do-It-Yourself Hair Clipper (Health and Beauty)

Very satisfied with this unit. The swivel head is very useful, especially for cutting the left side of the head using the right hand. You swivel it 45, then 90 degrees one way to cut from the back of the head, and 45 then 90 degrees the other way to cut from the front of the head. Nice height adjustments with a wide range. It is difficult to get hair to stand up enough for larger guard lengths so clippers can trim the tips off, but that is the art of hair cutting. I suspect that is why at salons they do it by hand with comb and scissors. I use a brush to help it stand up on top just prior to the clippers coming in. I use #6 on top, #3 on the sides and back, and #2 on the lower sides and back, in that order. I do it once a week just prior to a shower, and have a small canister vacuum cleaner to clean up the small amount of hair in the bathroom. Bathroom has great light and mirrors. Just prior to showering, I plug unit in to recharge then put the vacuum away. It is recharged soon after showering and dressing and I put it away for next week's use.

21 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Expensive choice, but so cool, June 16, 2011

By 

Mason Smith (Monte Rio, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Philips Norelco Qc5530/40 Do-It-Yourself Hair Clipper (Health and Beauty)

(What's this?)

First, I like to review based primarily on the value of a product. This hair clipper is more expensive than another hair cut clip Vine sent for my review: Remington Products HC5350AM Professional Cord/cordless Rechargeable Haircut Kit. That one has top notch construction, and I note even that one is much more expensive than the hair cut kit I actually purchased with my own money some time ago Remington HC-8017B Precision 22 Piece Corded Haircut Kit.

So, I'm trying to get real here about spending $60 for a product I suspect most people spend $20 on. Why would you?

Well, this one's a LOT better. First of all, the construction quality of excellent. The handle and the operation are much simpler. The way the clipper mechanism is not at the end of a 'stick', but rather a protrusion below, does make it a bit easier to see what the heck you're doing.

The ability to simply adjust the clipping length without changing the filter combs (you do have two of them, one for the short lengths and one for the long) is a huge benefit over the cheaper clipper.

And it's cordless, which makes life so easy. I have a mirror in my garage, and I'll just run out there to clip the majority of my hair, and then go into my bathroom for the high detail work. Because it's cordless, this is very easy, and it really reduces the cleanup chore.

In fact, with the cheapest clipper, the one I paid money for, I had gotten so frustrated I simply put it up and cut my hair with scissors alone. This clipper is simply much easier than traditional clippers. The cool design makes accurate cutting very easy, producing great results.

But... is it worth the price? If you pay it, you'll be satisfied, but if you're happy with the older clipper style, I think you could also happily choose a cheaper cordless option. So I'm deducting a star for value, even though I think this is an excellent product.