Philips Norelco T980 Turbo Vacuum Trimmer

by Philips

Product Features

• SteelWave Technology - Philips Norelco's revolutionary SteelWave self-sharpening blades ensure a precise and even trim every time.
• No Mess! The powerful vacuum with hair deflector captures cut hair for no clean-up
• Ergonomic design means T980 is easy-to-use with complete control for the most confortable trimming experience
• The Clearview hair chamber makes it easy to see when the T980 needs to be emptied for optimal performance
• The T980 also comes with a charging adaptor and cleaning brush

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The Philips Norelco T980 Rechargeable Turbo Vacuum Trimmer is equipped to conveniently deliver a superior trimming performance. A powerful vacuum delivers suction power, while hair deflector captures hair for no clean up. A transparent hair chamber makes it easy to see when the trimmer needs to be emptied for optimal performance. A turbo power switch boosts cutting and fan speed by 30-percent for significantly increased suction power. Revolutionary SteelWave self-sharpening blades ensure a precise and even trim every time. Other features include 9 lockable length settings, rechargeable battery, and cordless operation for maximum freedom of movement. The Trimmer also comes with a contour following comb and a specialty mini-beard trimmer attachment, allowing for precise trimming of beard line, moustache, and sideburns.

Product Description

Philips Norelco's T980 Turbo Vacuum Trimmer lets you keep your beard and mustache perfectly groomed without the mess. The T980's power vacuum and turbo power switch means the most suction ever - guaranteed - for no mess. The unique AccuControl system with flexing guide comb adjusts to facial contours for even and comfortable trimming. Find the look that's right for you with the patented zoom lock that adjusts among 9 different settings to accommodate your style. Features a comfortable ergonomic design and self-sharpening blades. Includes a specialty mini trimmer and travel/storage pouch.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 2 x 2 x 8 inches ; 1.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000FEF1V4
• UPC: 075020187543
• Item model number: T980
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (739 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #19,457 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1,135 of 1,153 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars the T980 does not disappoint..., December 8, 2008

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Stephen Montagna "sdmonty" (Madison, WI) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Philips Norelco T980 Turbo Vacuum Trimmer (Health and Beauty)

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I only review products that I use, enjoy, and want to advocate for; the T980 is one of these. It's got a great design, from the curve of the device body, to the ease and access of the On/Off controls, and swap-able blade heads. Its height-adjustable, spring-loaded trimmer guide is the best yet.

167 of 171 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A spectacular product my any measure!!!, February 2, 2007

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Patrick D. Goonan "see profile for URL" (Livermore, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Philips Norelco T980 Turbo Vacuum Trimmer (Health and Beauty)

After a lot of comparison shopping and using various products over the last ten years, I finally decided to purchase the Norelco T980. I am delighted with my purchase and it exceeded my expectations in every way.

This unit is light, easy to operate, rechargeable and has precision blades that cut evenly. The extra attachment for fine detail works well and I don't get cut using it. The vacuum attachment works well even when it's not on Turbo and I personally think it's very quiet. It's unrealistic to think a mechanical device in this price range won't make any noise at all. If that's your expectation, you might want to use scissors. However, this product gets the job done much quicker and the sound is not annoying and unlikely to wake up someone else on the normal setting.

The flexible blade housing pivots smoothly and covered the contours of my face very well with an even cut at several different lengths. While it's difficult to get close to the nose because of the larger size of this unit, I don't see that as a big deal because with the smaller precision tool you can do this quite easily with a mustache comb if you are not much for completely manual operations. This little bit of extra work probably took me under 30 seconds.

Overall, the design of this unit is well thought out and it is quite attractive. The holding space for clippings is pretty big and unless you have a thick beard, you probably won't have to change it until after several uses. The battery also lasts about 30 minutes on Turbo and you can use the plug-in adapter after that if it runs out.

I don't see any drawbacks at all with this product. I'm completely delighted with my purchase and the value that I received for my investment.

88 of 89 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Philips Norelco T980 Turbo Vacuum Beard and Moustache Trimmer, January 24, 2007

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Brian (Kansas City) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Philips Norelco T980 Turbo Vacuum Trimmer (Health and Beauty)

I wonder if all these reviews are pertaining to this particular model, some reviews dont sound like my unit. I find no real problem with mine. Nothing is perfect. It is a bit bigger than my old small Wahl, but it has more features that require that. The vacumn works great, which alone makes my purchase of it worthwhile to me; in the past the sink always had a lot of nasty looking hairs all over it. Ive never had mine switch length setting on me, as some people describe, I dont see how it could. I think the adjustable length feature is really great, it accomodates about 'any' length beard, and eliminates all the extra little clip-on guides you have to keep track of. I gave up on trying to take the top off but it doesnt matter as there really is no need. I find no problem with excess noise, or with the turbo setting. Im very happy with mine. Also, this amazon price of $39.95 is $20 less than on the Norelco website, plus you get free shipping.