Customer Reviews

Philips Norelco RQ10 Shaving Unit, Triple Track Replacement Head

5 star:		(93)
4 star:		(31)
3 star:		(14)
2 star:		(4)
1 star:		(19)

 

 

The Shave:
The floating heads on the Norelco electric shaver really do a good job of conforming to the curves of my face. It takes me about five minutes to shave according to the built in timer on the handle. The shave is much more uniform than that of the Braun 3615 that I have been using for the past few years. However, the shave is not as close. Before the Braun, I used a Norelco 5801. This model is a big improvement over the old Norelco which was slow and not very close at all.. The trade-off with respect to the Braun is one of a closer shave using the Braun vs. a more uniform shave with the new Norelco.

Maintenance:
The clippings are collected in pockets under the shaving heads, This is an advantage in that the clippings are not scattered over the bathroom sink as they are with some electric razors. The pockets have to be cleaned out every shave or two. This is not a big problem. It only takes a few seconds. The manual indicates that the RQ10 shaving head assembly must be replaced every year. Amazon offers the RQ10 for $35. By contrast the Braun cutter and foil assembly which lasts for about one year sells on Amazon for around $24.

If you are buying this product, I suggest that you search Amazon and Google for the best price.

PS: I found that I had to replace the head assembly after 6 months. I am now using a Remington Flex 360 Rotary Shaver which has a design similiar to the Norelco but provides a faster, closer shave, and costs a lot less.

I have used Norelco shavers for many years. I purchased my Arcitec when they were first released and was pleased with the shave and over quality of the razor. My replacement heads have been a different story. Either they've change their manufacturing process, or they are reworking rejected or used heads. The body of the head has sharper edges and I'm writing this review with 3 ingrown hairs and a sore upper lip. I need to go over and over an area to get a shave and then it's sub-par.

Because of my investment in this razor, I am going to order another replacement head and just hope my last was one just slipped through their quality control or missed some part of the sharpening process.

Amazon sell this for about half what phillips/norelco website sells it for. Great deal if you own a Arcitec shaver

The new RQ12 from the SensoTouch 3D is a direct fit for the Arcitec. Gives a much better shave in half the time. If you're one of the reviewers who have trouble with the RQ10 needing multiple passes over the same area, pick up the RQ12. MUCH closer shave.

Just wanted to update this info. For anyone who uses the Arcitec Jet Clean system or the Arcitec travel case, the RQ12 will NOT fit either of those accessories.

I have owned a Norelco Arcitec for more than a year. After daily use, the shaver head started messing up and come to find out (after experiencing the NEW head) it was actually pretty dull. I purchased this product to replace my old razor head and I am more than satisfied with it. Based on other people's reviews I expected less. After receiving the new head and trying it out, I can tell you the razor is sharp and VERY smooth. This replacement head makes your razor feel like new again. The way it feels compared to my old one and how smooth it is is awesome! It's top of the line just like the original. It's a great product and I definitely recommended to everyone. Buy it!

I Find, it is necessary to press razor to your face too hard, also I have to go over and over, in order to get a REASONABLE shave. I have been using PHILIPS electric razors for over 12 years and hav been generly very happy---but not with the ARCITEC---sorry.

I still love the Norelco Arcitec razor, however these after-market replacement heads are junk. The plastic lip that holds them on the body fail in a month or so. I'll buy one more than start looking for a higher quality/reliable razor. I've used Norelco electric razors for 40 years. Very disappointed.

My advice to anyone that uses this shaver - Replace the heads as soon as any visible wear occurs. Otherwise you can get many small cuts you won't notice at first but will progressively worsen.

i PURCHASED THIS, WHAT i ASSUMED TO BE NEW shaving part for my Norelco electric razor. I threw away the old part but thnk this one does a very poor job of shaving. I even tried using preshave which, I never had to do with the original blades. I feel the new part is not as good as what I had. In reading the manual for my norelco, which is just a little over a year, it said once a year you did need to replace the shaving bladss. This I did but cannot understand how it does such a poor job. I use my automatic cleaner and new fluid etc. I am reverting back to the old shaving creme and regular manual razor to get a decent shave. Glad you asked for this review. Chuck Wood

These replacement heads are not as good as the original. The entire unit pops off the shaver too easily (although yes, it is the correct unit). Instead of extending the life of the shaver, they have become a reason to get a new one altogether.