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Philips Norelco QC5580 DIY Hair Clipper and Balder

4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 577 ratings

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Brand PHILIPS
Special Feature 14 built-in length settings, Body, hair, Washable blades
Power Source Battery Powered
Battery Life 60 minutes

About this item

  • The exclusive 180 rotating head makes it easy to reach even the most difficult spots
  • Head shave attachment delivers a perfectly smooth shave
  • 14 built in length settings from 0 inch to 19/32 inch
  • Powerful Lithium Ion battery delivers 60 minutes of cordless use
  • The high quality stainless steel trimmer blades are self sharpening, fully washable for easy cleaning

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Philips Norelco QC5580 Diy Hair Clipper and Balder

Shave: Balder attachment for a smooth and precise shave:

3. Shave your own head easily and comfortably. The balder attachment clips on and off easily and a smooth shave without the nicks and cuts that can be caused by blades.

180° rotating head for 100% reach:

Makes trimming or shaving your own head easier than ever. Simply select the right angle to comfortably reach all parts of your head without help.

Adjustable zoom ring for easy length settings:

Easily select and set your desired hair length by turning the integrated zoom ring. The length settings are clearly visible on the side of the combs.

Product Description

Quickly and conveniently cut your own hair or shave your head. The exclusive 180º rotating head makes it easy to reach even the most difficult spots. The exclusive 180 rotating head makes it easy to reach even the most difficult spots. Head shave attachment delivers a perfectly smooth shave.

Product details

  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.82 x 5.51 x 2.76 inches; 1.03 Pounds
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ QC5580
  • UPC ‏ : ‎ 885128189048 075020031181 756336756271
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Philips
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00ARF44N2
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 577 ratings

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4.1 out of 5 stars
4.1 out of 5
577 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the comfort, ease of use, charging, quality and value of the electric shaver. For example, they mention it's very smooth for the skin, easy to handle and it recharges very fast. That said some appreciate the cut, and battery life. That being said some complain about the durability.

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170 customers mention161 positive9 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the hair trimmer. They mention that it does what it says it does well, and provides reliable performance. Some appreciate the foil attachment, which works great to shave your head without getting nicks or cuts. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

"...The clipper worked well also. I tried it first to see how close it would shave. It took my down to a days growth stubble in the area's I tried...." Read more

"...The clipper provides reliable performance and is suitable for both haircuts and maintaining a bald look...." Read more

"Works out very well for my purpose. I don't do the total "cue ball" head shave, and have not tried that feature, so cannot comment on that...." Read more

"Excellent product. I've been cutting my own hair for over 20 years and have owned numerous corded clippers from many different brand names...." Read more

128 customers mention112 positive16 negative

Customers like the ease of use of the electric shaver. They mention it's easy to handle, practical, and user-friendly. They also appreciate the quick cutting, reliable, and convenient. The design is easy to control and handle, and it cleans up quickly and easily. Customers also say that it cuts their hair very well.

"...As good as any wald but was easier to use on my head with the adjust-ability. If I had hair this would be the ultimate product...." Read more

"...and whistles of more advanced models, it's a practical and user-friendly choice for those who prefer to manage their hair grooming at home." Read more

"The shaver itself is great and gives a solid haircut. The problem, as others have stated, is the flimsy plastic combs included...." Read more

"...It lets me keep a fairly tight cut with a minimal amount of fuss or effort and it cleans up quick and easy with no having to mess around with..." Read more

46 customers mention46 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the battery life of the hair trimmer. They say it holds a charge for quite a long time, and the engine seems to be strong. The fact that it is cordless and still powerful is a plus, and it has the power and ease of use to make cutting hair quick and easy.

"...Does keep a charge a good long time, and comes with an AC cord so you can still use it if the battery is dead...." Read more

"...It charges quickly, and retains its charge for much longer than I would've guessed; though if you're caught with no charge you can plug it in and..." Read more

"This is a wonderful piece of machinery. It has the power and ease of use to make cutting hair quick and easy. One problem is trimming the neck hair...." Read more

"...a good deal, especially since its rechargeable and the battery last a very long time. Definitely worth at least trying out...." Read more

44 customers mention36 positive8 negative

Customers like the cut of the hair trimmer. They say it's versatile, the best hair cutting device they've used, and the perfect clipper for do-it-yourself hair grooming. Some mention that the trimmer is great and does a nice job of clipping. Overall, most are satisfied with the product's performance and recommend it to others.

"Its unique design allows you to easily reach and trim your own hair, making it an excellent DIY solution...." Read more

"...It's also versatile as to whether you want to leave a (very) little bit of length or buzz the hair off completely...." Read more

"good for hair cutting IF IF IF you wear your hair UNDER 1/2 inch all over......" Read more

"Have had this since 2013, great clippers. Easy to use by yourself and won't pull your hair or get caught. Still use today, once every 2 weeks...." Read more

38 customers mention38 positive0 negative

Customers like the value of the hair trimmer. They mention that it is well worth the money, saves time and money, and is a great buy.

"Money well spent...." Read more

"...It saves TIME and money. I have been through many types and brands of hair clippers...." Read more

"Quick recharge time. Smooth shave of face and head. Good price here on Amazon!..." Read more

"...Man, this thing is a miracle!!! Saves me so much money because I don't need to go to the barbershop. I use the bald head...." Read more

32 customers mention32 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the charging of the hair trimmer. They mention that it recharges very fast, and doesn't slow down. The battery is strong, and only requires charging after 5 uses. It is cordless and can be used in Europe.

"...As it is I'm very impressed with the speed of this product and the way the foil adjusts its angle of my head and is sort of spring loaded foil...." Read more

"...It charges quickly, and retains its charge for much longer than I would've guessed; though if you're caught with no charge you can plug it in and..." Read more

"...Charges fast and I can usually use it at least 3 times before it dies. Overall, I would highly recommend this clipper for anyone." Read more

"...This was honestly a good deal, especially since its rechargeable and the battery last a very long time. Definitely worth at least trying out...." Read more

27 customers mention27 positive0 negative

Customers like the comfort of the electric shaver. They say it feels nice, is very smooth for the skin, and is comfortable to use. The rotating head is easy to grip and the clippers are crazy smooth even on the lowest settings. The shaving attachment is accurate and ergonomic with sharp blades, providing a perfect smooth sand for bald heads.

"...The head shave attachment gets my head completely smooth. The design is easy to control and handle and it cleans up quickly and easily...." Read more

"...saves me s lot of time which I appreciate and it gives me a nice smooth bald head." Read more

"...It's definitely lighter and easier to hold than any of the trimmers (corded and cordless) that I've used in the past... Makes my biweekly hair..." Read more

"...Today I decided to use the bald attachment (foil) and it resulted in a baby smooth head! Very satisfied...." Read more

30 customers mention4 positive26 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the durability of the hair trimmer. They mention that the plastic head is easily broken, the materials and design are fragile, and the blade has broken out of its installation. Some say that the product is kind of delicate and they're afraid to drop it. They also mention that low-quality plastic attachments are expensive to replace and the clipper quality is not as good as expected.

"...I click it around and it stays there. It is a bit delicate, so don't drop it or knock it around, but the trade-off is that it is very precise...." Read more

"...They break very easily and I haven't been able to find replacements anywhere online...." Read more

"...I have never used the plastic clipper attachments. They don't look that robust. However, the batter life is great and it charges very fast...." Read more

"...I deducted one star because the clipper quality is not as good as expected. It seems a tad too flimsy." Read more

Great shave, pricy replacement parts
4 Stars
Great shave, pricy replacement parts
Quick recharge time. Smooth shave of face and head. Good price here on Amazon!I had been using the adjustable attachment for a very close head haircut for about a month. Today I decided to use the bald attachment (foil) and it resulted in a baby smooth head! Very satisfied. Will see how long the foil lasts before needing replacement though as replacements are about thirty five dollars shipped and that is over half the price of this entire item!!!
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Sambhu Nath Bhumij
4.0 out of 5 stars Good product
Reviewed in India on November 26, 2019
Daz
5.0 out of 5 stars So far so good 👍
Reviewed in Australia on December 27, 2020
Mark D.
5.0 out of 5 stars 0.5mm or a Clean shave on your scalp in about 10 min. or use the hair trimmer bits too.
Reviewed in Canada on December 30, 2014
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Mark D.
5.0 out of 5 stars 0.5mm or a Clean shave on your scalp in about 10 min. or use the hair trimmer bits too.
Reviewed in Canada on December 30, 2014
Philips Norelco QC5580
I shave my head with corded clippers to 0.5mm already and was happy to see this take everything off in about 10min.

my friend had a QC5540 from 2013 and he was very happy with it, that model only goes to 0.3mm
The QC5580 however shaves you 100% bald to the skin. It has a clipper adapter to do about 0.5mm and then has some hair cutting adapters that I don't really need.

Instructions told me to charge it for an hour and it would be ready to go. After 2 hours and 45 min it was still going but I just couldn't wait any longer.

as per the instructions and just to be safe I used the lowest clipper blades first. I had already shaved my head with my Braun Clippers the night before which take my hair down to 0.5mm.
The lowest setting with the Norelco QC5580 clipper was almost identical, I was getting teeny bits of hair off with The Norelco clippers which surprised me- so it's like 0.4mm or something.
I decided to get right to the balder, the spring loaded heads were easy to pop off and on again and the balder head piece looks like an electric razer.
Shaving my head was fairly easy but a bit tedious and time consuming. Considering this is a cordless razor that's to be expected. It took several slow passes over each area of my scalp, making sure to apply just a little pressure. Each time I went over an area it would first take it down to stubble then clear out patches bit by bit until the area was clean.
I actually didn't use a second mirror. after the first pass on my scalp I found just gliding your hand over your scalp ahead of the razor worked really well and it was 2 passes and touch and the hard to get spots and I was done.

About ten minutes after I started I was done. My head was gleaming from the light in the bathroom- clean as a baby's bottom.
I had had to stop and clean out the razors twice as they were getting clogged, but I Just opening it up and tapped the bit on the sink and most of the loose clippings fell away.

It was a hard ten minutes on the razor and my hair tends to be fairly thick (except on the top) I was worried the battery was dying as I was finishing, but they say you can just plug it in and finish as its charging.

I did it again about 4 days later. Clippered it first in 2 minutes, then locked in the balder and off I went, in about 10 minutes again my head is as innocent and hairless as the day I was born. It's getting easier already and I got bored and tried it on my face; works like any $60 electric shaver would I suppose with a few passes.

and 2 head shaves, a face shave and 2 clipper pre-cuts and still going strong on the first charge!

I tossed few photos up- ones with the 0.5mm clipper and the other at zero, I tried to leave a square of 0.5mm for comparison but you can see how that worked out.
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michaelp
4.0 out of 5 stars Great product
Reviewed in Australia on January 25, 2020
Rob R
5.0 out of 5 stars Good product
Reviewed in Canada on October 18, 2014

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