Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2007
Just wanted to add one thing not mentioned, for those who haven't used a foil-type shaver. If you go for over 2-3 days without shaving, you'll have to use the trimmer to cut the hair down to a stubble before using the shaver, unless you enjoy having your facial hair violently yanked out. This happens most often on your neck, due to the hair growth angle.
However, I also have an older Panasonic foil shaver and it doesn't do this. Before getting the Hydraclean, I was using the Panasonic to cut the hair down to stubble, then finished with a rotary Norelco. I'd hoped this new one would allow me to get rid of those two old shavers, but for some reason, it pulls more than any razor I've ever seen.
Also, the short life (4 weeks claimed, 6-8 in practice) of the cleaning cartridges is a downside. They may be relatively inexpensive, but monthly "service charges" to shave is an annoyance. It's also a main reason why I stopped using razors.
All that aside, Panasonic is a high-quality, full-featured brand. The old Panasonic wet/dry I mentioned is going on 10 years old and still works great with the original foils and blades. Even the battery holds a charge for days on end.
This shaver is definitely a cool gadget. Its ability to be used as a wet/dry shaver is a plus. It's pricey, but well worth it if you want to buy a shaver and keep it for the next decade.