Amazon Basics 5-Blade MotionSphere Razor for Men with Dual Lubrication and Precision Beard Trimmer, Handle & 2 Cartridges (Cartridges fit Amazon Basics Razor Handles only) (Previously Solimo)

[Note: Reviewer is customer's husband, who uses the product]After years with Dollar Shave Club, watching the quality of handles and blades continually decline, I decided to give the Amazon Basics handle and blades a try.On the basis of three shaves so far, I can attest that the handle seems well-made and maintains its grip on the blade, and that the blade gives me a nice, close shave with no razor burn, grabbing/cutting, etc.Other than seeing how many shaves I get out of a blade (I want it to do five to ten), I'm at the point of saying that this is a good razor and that the blade replacement pack prices are pretty nice by comparison with "major brands" and online subscription services.I have a PRETTY tough beard, but perversely have sensitive skin underneath that beard, so if the razor isn't cutting or irritating me, it's probably going to be kind to most people.

I’ve been using the Amazon Basics 5-Blade MotionSphere Razor for a few weeks now, and I’m very impressed with its performance. The razor provides a smooth, close shave with minimal irritation, and the 5 blades glide effortlessly over my skin. The dual lubrication strips are a nice touch, helping to reduce friction and providing a more comfortable shave. I also like the precision beard trimmer that’s built into the back of the handle—perfect for touching up sideburns and trimming around my beard. The handle feels sturdy and comfortable to hold, making it easy to control while shaving. The razor is easy to clean, and the two included cartridges have lasted longer than I expected. For the price, this is an excellent razor that performs as well as more expensive brands. Highly recommend it!

The blades are great but the handle needs work. The repacement cartridges are held in place by two tiny bits of plastic. I had to buy a new single razon b/c I have 12 more cartridges and the little 'bits' broke

I've been shaving my crown for about a year now. I've tried the single, triple, and now the 5-blade Ravor. I haven't used any other brands except for Amazon so I can't really compare it to any other ones, but it gets the job done without any nicks like the ones I carved into my scalp with the single & triple blade by accident. I had a couple of slips here and there but this 5 blade left my dome unscathed. I got a subscription with these coming every few months so the blades have longevity and remain consistent 👍🏾.

Really well made and a good shave.

I hate writing bad reviews, but the razor blades on this shaver are so dull that it has caused me to rethink my boycott of Gillette. They don't even work going with the grain of your hair follicles. I would not suggest trying to go against the grain. Ouch! I had to finish my shave using the Gillette Atra Plus (a two-blade razor).After review: I was still feeling bad about writing this review. It dawned on me after using the Schick razor that the Amazon Basic has a purpose. I use it as an "after shave" razor. I use the Amazon Basic shaver after I first shave with the Schick shaver. That way I can give more life to my Schick blade and have some use for the Amazon Basic razor. Once the Schick clears out the heavy bush, the Amazon works well to finish the job. The Amazon Basic is a good finishing razor. It might work well for those who shave every day.I haven't used multi-blade razors in a long while, but I am learning that they work best with a heavy lather of shaving cream... so that the blades can't all reach the beard. The first pass hardly touches, but it does enough to make the second, third, and forth passes much easier as the lather diminishes. Using this razor, you just have to start shaving differently.The "after, after review": The added another star. The more that I use the razor, the better I like it. It doesn't work well if your hair grows a few days old, but it works great if you use it daily. I shave every three of four days. If I was shaving everyday, I'd give it a five-star rating, but as it is, the blades seem dull to other blades that I am using.

For too long, I have been paying the brand-name razor company exorbitant prices for triple blades. I really don't see the need for five blades and this razor and its head actually fell heavy. Still, it glides around my face easily and did a great job of shaving at half the price. I will be ordering again.

It's an ok product. It does its job, but the blades seemed a little dull. Inexpensive but an ok blade feel.