Works well, trims close, stubble and beard length are adjustable, can clean trimming blades with water, holds a charge quite well (if I forget to plug in, trimmer still holds a charge from last time I used it!) And is priced reasonably!
Well done!

Well made, high quality trimmer. Plastics are solid and the ergonomics are well designed. Very easy to use and the trimming is precise. Easy to clean and store. Battery life is strong and trimmer charges up quickly.

I received a sample of this product at no cost for me to give my honest opinion on it. I have used various trimmers and hair clippers over the years to keep my facial hair cleaned up. My experience with compact trimmers that have been about the same size as the Norelco 5500 in the past have not been stellar, but this product has changed my opinion of what I can expect from such a compact trimmer. Other products I`ve used that were about this size typically had a weak battery and I could expect them to fall apart with regular use - this product feels much sturdier and is something I will ensure goes in my travel bag when I`m away from home.

This beard trimmer allowed me to get a more precise trim where I felt it is needed - around my ears and below my eyes. The sleek design and product being lightweight made it easy to move around and hold in either hand. In the areas where I`ve typically used hair clippers on my neck, I was able to get a much better looking cut than I have in the past.

Being able to add the different guards to the product allowed me to get my beard exactly where I wanted it to be to match up with my recent haircut and allowed for a really nice look for a wedding I was in while trialing this product. I didn`t need to trim my beard up a week ahead of time in order to get it to the desired length - I was able to do it immediately with this product.

Overall, I am very satisfied with the product as I`ve used it recently and am looking forward to many more cuts with it!

The Norelco Beard Trimmer series 5500 is a fantastic product. Sleek design, easy to use and set up, portable for travels. Would recommend to other users.

I received this product in exchange for my unbiased opinion. I have been in the market for a replacement to my 10+ year old beard trimmer that is having trouble holding a charge. So, when I had an opportunity to check out the Philips Norelco 5500 Beard Trimmer, I leapt at it! When I received the trimmer, I charged it to full capacity, even though I didn’t need to trim my beard for a couple more days. The unit is very sleek, and looks like it should weigh a good bit more than it does. I found the weight of the trimmer to be comfortable and balanced in my hand. There were three guards in the package, so I sat down with the instructions while the trimmer was charging. The instructions were on a folded-map type page, and I have to say that they were not very clear. It seemed as though the instructions started in the middle of the page and then jumped to the left. Fortunately, the operation of the unit is pretty self-explanatory. The package states that the 5500 provides a one-pass even trim, which is something that I was excited to try. My previous trimmer had me going back over areas trying to get an even trim, to the point of rubbing your face raw! After attaching the beard guard and adjusting the height to my desired level, I went in for my first trim. I found the action of the trimmer to be very smooth and the guard did a fantastic job of providing for an even trim on the first pass! I do have to say that I really just guessed on the height adjustment, hoping that a number 5 on this unit was nearly the same as a number 5 on my previous unit, which I am happy to say was the case. After a complete trim, I removed the guard to do some edging. This is one area where I was a little disappointed in the 5500. With the full width trimmer blade, I found it a little difficult to trim comfortably above my lip. My previous trimmer had a separate blade for this that did not require removing the guard, which I miss. However, the 5500 did reasonably well at trimming in this area. I may just need a couple more times to get used to it. Adding a separate blade for edging may be the only improvement that I could recommend for the 5500. Overall, I have to say that I am impressed with the smooth operation and the one-pass cut offered by the 5500. My favorite feature may be the shape of the beard guard which does a very good job at lifting the hairs, providing for an even cut.

I was lucky to receive the Norelco 5500 trimmer as a free sample. My experience using this trimmer was very positive. I have kept a full beard for a while and need to use a trimmer to keep it neat and even.
My old trimmer worked well, but this new Norelco has a unique feature that only needs three attachments to adjust a wide variety of lengths that my old trimmer had 15 different guard attachments to do the same thing.
This trimmer has a wheel that can spin top move the guard higher or lower, on the fly. You doubt have to stop shaving to adjust length. It definitely saves time.
The trimmer was very easy to use. The instructions were clear but really i didn`t need them. The trimmer was not complicated to figure out. The charge lasts a very long time which is nice. Ive been able to use it several times off of a single charge.
The guard occasionally needs the hairs cleaned out while shaving, but that`s only because you don`t need change attachments constantly.
Overall, it`s a great beard trimmer.

I received this beard trimmer in exchange for my unbiased opinion. Having said that, I could not be more impressed with this product. My first impression upon opening the package was that this trimmer was solidly built, sturdier than any others I had used previously. Although it was a bit larger than my previous trimmer, it was so well-balanced that it actually felt lighter in my hand. I really like the zoom wheel method of cutting length adjustment. It is very precise and offers a wider range than I have seen in other trimmers. Cleanup is easy as the combs slide in and out of the unit with minimal effort. The included instructions were concise and the illustrations were helpful, although one thing they don't mention is that the length setting isn't visible until the unit is powered on. The one item that might be included as a future enhancement is some sort of carrying case or pouch to make storage easier. This trimmer definitely makes grooming easier!

Before I begin, I want to make it clear that I received this product for free to review.

Overall, this product is an upgrade from the previous model along with being a trustworthy competitor in the Beard Trimmer market. It markets itself as a long term device through durable construction and quality materials.

This trimmer did not disappoint when I first received it. Everything about it felt smooth and intelligent, with the rolling wheel to adjust cutting lengths being a comfortable way to change for a more accurate trim. The blades themselves cut through a full beard with ease, along with little need for cleaning along the way. After the first initial charge, I have yet needed to recharge it after six full uses. This makes it ideal for long business trips where access to conventional electrical sockets may be unavailable.

While feeling lighter than I had expected it to be, the materials of its construction have a quality feel to them. I did drop it on the bathroom floor accidentally on more than one occasion and saw little to no damage outside of cosmetic scratches.
This gives me confidence in the trimmers ability to take a beating over time and makes me feel better about the price point.

I do wish that there was access to the power switch on the reverse side, as the direction of trimming limits your thumbs access to quickly and comfortably shut off of the device. While it`s not difficult to turn it over in hand to turn it off, it does take away from the one-handed ease of use they were trying to achieve.

Pros:
Excellent Battey Life (Great for taking it on business trips without needing a recharge)
Comfortable Design
Strong and Durable
Built To Last

Cons:
Rooms for Improvement with Design

If you`re looking for an affordable beard trimmer that will last you, this is it.

First things first - I should mention I was sent a free sample to test out for this review - but I can say without question that I'm ecstatic this happened as the trimmer is far superior to any other I had used prior. Easy to assemble and extremely easy to use, I found one of the best things was how secure the guards are once you place them and set them. In the past, I found too much pressure would knock the guard out of place and suddenly you had a beard of varying lengths. Not so here. It locks in more tightly. The GUIDE is also electronic and lights up so it's much much easier to read - especially if you're used to the guide that is simply like a slide rule of microscopic numbers along the side. The blades cut easily - I have a relatively long beard and have had problems with trimmers snagging in the past which this one did not do at all. It's admittedly still early - I've only used it twice but so far I'm completely taken with the product.

I received this product in exchange for my unbiased opinion. At first glance it looks like a standard trimmer but I learned it`s a bit more premium once I started using it. The instructions were very straight forward. Once you turn it on you`ll see the length of the trim illuminated on the front. This was the best feature in my opinion. I have not seen something like this before in a trimmer. My previous trimmer just game with a bunch of different sizes to clip in which is really annoying and takes up too much space in my bathroom drawer. It trims hair fast and without any snags. The battery lasts much longer than my previous trimmer. I like the sleek, stainless steel look of it as well. The only thing I would suggest to improve this trimmer is to add more rubber to the hand grip; I like to tap the rubber part on the sink to shake off the hair when cleaning. Overall, I`m very happy with this beard trimmer!

I received this product for free in exchange for an honest and unbiased review. Before this product I was using an old beard trimmer from a different brand, and needed to switch as the old one would pull on hairs without trimming them, vibrate very loudly, and get gunked up easily. This Norelco trimmer made me realize how much I was missing. It cuts incredibly close to the skin and has an attachment to adjust the length to cut at. There is a digital readout in centimeters which is really helpful to keep the length consistent, and it`s easy to switch to different lengths. It works smoothly and quietly. Appearance-wise it`s sleek and modern. I`ve been using it for several weeks, roughly 2-3x/week, and have had no problems with it so far.

I did receive a free device in exchange for supplying a review of this product. I found the trimmer easy to use. The trimmer did a better job at allowing me to get the look I was going for. I enjoyed using the trimmer and trying out the different features and lengths. The attachments are very easy to use and adjust. This device allows for you to adjust the trimmer to get the length of beard you want and gives a very even trim all over.

I received a free sample of this beard trimmer and was pleasantly surprised by its performance. I have used the previous model from Norelco and consider this an upgrade. In my case I use it primarily to shave my head and to trim my beard. While the razor base is very similar to the previous model, the attachments have changed. The changes were made for the better as they are wider and seem to make shaving more effective and efficient. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who needs a multipurpose beard trimmer.

I received a free sample to review. This trimmer is very light weight which is nice. Seems sturdy as well but a little more weight to it might be better if it ever fell off my vanity. . My other trimmer has a bunch of attachment guards which are beginning to wear out due to constantly changing them. This Norelco does not have this problem. It came with 3 guard attachments with multiple length settings for each guard. I really like not having to constantly change them out like my other trimmer. The trimmer cut my beard easily and never pulled on the hair. I rarely have to go over the same spot twice which cuts down my shaving time. I am Middle Eastern so my facial hair is course which causes problems when using trimmers. This trimmer has no problems at all giving me a clean cut. It charges quickly, stays charged longer than most, and the motor seems powerful and quiet. I would love to see a nose hair trimmer attachment or a small travel case. Overall, I highly recommend this trimmer.

I received a free sample to review. This trimmer is very light weight which is nice. Seems sturdy as well but a little more weight to it might be better if it ever fell off my vanity. . My other trimmer has a bunch of attachment guards which are beginning to wear out due to constantly changing them. This Norelco does not have this problem. It came with 3 guard attachments with multiple length settings for each guard. I really like not having to constantly change them out like my other trimmer. The trimmer cut my beard easily and never pulled on the hair. I rarely have to go over the same spot twice which cuts down my shaving time. I am Middle Eastern so my facial hair is course which causes problems when using trimmers. This trimmer has no problems at all giving me a clean cut. It charges quickly, stays charged longer than most, and the motor seems powerful and quiet. I would love to see a nose hair trimmer attachment or a small travel case. Overall, I highly recommend this trimmer.

I received this product in exchange for my unbiased opinion. I was in looking for a new beard trimmer and this product exceeds my expectations. The ability to rinse off the trimmer after use saves time and effort. Because the comb locks into the Norelco body I had much better success achieving an even trim compared to my previous trimmer. Furthermore, the range of lengths - 0.4-20mm - offered by this trimmer means I was able to find a look I'm happy with immediately, rather than trimming, then waiting several days for the desired style. Even with all the options assembly was simple and I got a great trim in under five minutes. One thing I wish was more clear in the instructions is whether I should use trimmer oil, and if yes, how often? Because the blades are water resistant I'm concerned I might damage the product by applying an oil.

I received this trimmer in exchange for my honest review. I was currently using the Philips Series 5100, and I feel like this model is an upgrade. What I really like about this trimmer is that you can change clipper settings in small increments which allow for smoother fading. I liked this feature so much that I extended my trimming to my hair. I am balding so I keep my hair clipped extremely short. This trimmer worked perfectly to cut my hair at a very low setting. Again, the smaller increments worked for fading my hair.

I didn’t use any of the longer attachments because my beard is very short.

In terms of design, the attachments are very sturdy and fit into the clippers smoothly. I like the weight of this trimmer and that it’s more slender than my older model.

The negative part of my experience is that without any attachments and just using the blade, the trimmer pinched and irritated my skin. In my experience, other trimmers can be used without guards for edges. I’ve been hurt twice now so for the very close shaving I will be using another product.

All in all, this trimmer charged super quickly and is very powerful. I have experienced clean, even cutting and no hair snagging when using a guard. So far, using this trimmer has been a very good experience.

Product: Norelco Beard Trimmer Series 5500

Assembly: I received this product in exchange for my unbiased opinion. The set comes with one charger and 3 pieces of interchangeable razor guards. The guards just snap on the top and are easy to attach

Cutting: The razor is very crisp and sharp, I was able to line up my beard and side of my hair part with ease. The blade offers a lot of sizes to choose from and my only criticism is that there's almost too many to choose from. It takes a little while to figure out what the correct size you want to use to cut because the guards don't specify if you're using a 1,2,3, etc. Other than that it's pretty effective.

Design: The design is sleek and simple and matches pretty much any other bathroom decor and products available now.

Price: The price is pretty reasonable considering the design feels sturdy and built to last for awhile.

Overall the beard trimmer is a solid option and Id recommend it for anyone who wants a bunch of sizes and cutting options to work with.

I was sent a free sample of the philips norelco beard trimmers 5500
And I loved it , it was very convenient and it has 3 adjustable guards with 20 different lengths , it got me the closest shave possible also when i just wanted a trim i could even use it on my head i think its a good product

I received this product in exchange for my unbiased opinion. I like to keep a bit of stubble as my typical facial hair and have always just relied on regular clippers with a guard to try to get that. In receiving this I was very excited to see very small increments on the trimming length selection. And the illuminated display to show you the exact cutting length is a great feature.

For my first trim I started with a fairly long beard compared to what I normally have. I started with a longer length and worked my way down to the shortest. I thought it worked and cut wonderfully. The only negative I noticed was at the shortest length it seemed to trim a little bit unevenly, trimming down to the skin in some spots and leaving stubble in most. That also may have just been attributed to the amount of pressure being used and will take some getting used to.

It also came with two hair cutting guards but my current hair style would not be conducive to using a trimmer such as this. If that changes and I use them I will update my review.

In looking at the price of the trimmer I feel like it is a very fair price for the product.

It is washable so cleanup was very easy when I was finished. It seemed to charge very quickly. I only charged it prior to the first time I used it. I have used it 5 times since and have not needed to recharge it yet so the battery seems to be holding up very well.

Overall It is a great product and I am very happy to have received it.

I received this product for free in exchange for doing a review. As an African American male, my facial hair is kind of thick. Although the Norelco Beard Trimmer is a great product, it did not give me the close shave that I am used to.