Philips Norelco Replacement Shaver Head HQ56

Amazon's product description, as of the writing of this review, says this "Replaces philips norelco hq55 shaver heads." Despite their aversion to the capitalization of proper nouns, I assume they are talking about the Philips Norelco HQ 55 Reflex Replacement Heads , which is what I had been using up until Amazon seemingly stopped carrying them. I can confirm these replacement heads work with the 6843XL, which is what I use. The box says to replace them every twelve months, but I've been replacing them every six. I find it's better for my skin, and the six-month Subscribe & Save delivery interval lets me roll on autopilot. So which other razors will these replacement heads fit? I have no idea, but... The box says they fit: 31DB, 6423, 6613, 6843, 6853, 6863, 6940. And the box for the Philips Norelco HQ 55 Reflex Replacement Heads -- which Amazon says this product replaces -- indicates they fit the following models: 34--, 36--, 38--, 44--, 46--, 48--, 66--, 69--, 5413, 5426, 5430, 5625, 5812, 5813, 5817, 5820, 5823, 5824, 6405, 6415, 6423, 6424, 6445, 6831, 6842, 6843, 6844, 6849, 6853, 6854, 6855, 6856, 6857, 6859, 6861, 6863, 6868, 6874, 6879. The Amazon description adds: 6940, 6423LC, 6613X, 6843XL, 6853XL, 6863XL. And finally, the Philips Norelco website says to use these HQ56 replacement heads (or the HQ55 version) with the following "Reflex Plus" shaver models: 6940LC, 6863XL, 6853XL, 6843XL, 6615X, 6614X, 6613X, 6424LC, 6423LC, 5812XL, 5625X, 5426LC, 4885, 4865, 4861, 4853, 4852, 4845, 4825, 4821, 4817, 4816, 4807, 4805, 4625, 4608, 4607,4606, 4605, 4604, 4603, 4602, 4601, 4417, 4414, 4413, 4406, 4404, 4403, 4402, 4401, 3865, 3805, 3801, 3605, 3604, 3601, 3405, 1608, 1606, 1605, 1604, 1602, 1601, 1337C, 1328, 1327, 1323, 1319, 1318, 985, 968, 965, 955, 950, 945, 935, 915, 905, 900, 895, 885, 875, 850, 835, 825, 815, 805, 800, 750, 725, 720, 715, 710, 705, 700, 665, 605, 600, 505, 501, 500, 486, 484, 482, 410, 400, 300, 200. And finally (for real!), the Philips Norelco websites says these HQ56 heads can also be used for these "Reflex Action" shavers: 5887XL, 5886XL, 5885XL, 5867XL, 5865XL, 5864XL, 5863XL, 5862XL, 5861XL, 5855XL, 5849XL, 5848XL, 5845XL, 5842XL, 5841XL, 5825XL, 5822XL, 5821XL, 5818XL, 5817XL, 5814XL, 5811XL, 5810XL, 5803XL, 5802XL, 5801XL, 5699X, 5606X, 5605X, 5604X, 5603X, 5602X, 5601X. These shavers can also use Philips Norelco HQ5 Shaving Heads , which are still available on Amazon. So, assuming these are truly a replacement for the Philips Norelco HQ 55 Reflex Replacement Heads , they should fit any of the model numbers listed above! This product is made in the Netherlands.

Turned my old dog of a razor in to a new pup. Works better than from the factory.

I purchased the Norelco Shaver Replacement Heads for my corded Norelco shaver (I have no idea what the huge benefit is of a colorless shaver. I currently use the Micro Action Plus Model 5426LC. The last time I purchased Norelco Shaver Replacement Heads (for the very same shaver), it was the HQ4 Plus. Before that, I bought the HQ4. The Norelco Hq56/52 fit perfectly and works as well as the previous models. [Is there something about Shaver Replacement Heads and "coin" sized batteries that requires the makers to constantly change the model number for no good reason? Is this a mild irritant to anyone else?] The product was delivered promptly and in perfect shape. I recommend the purchase of this product, and it is sold on Amazon for a fair price.

Fit fine but it doesn’t seem to cut as well as the originals

First, these original manufacturer replacement blades work just fine. No pulling and discomfort so often associated with cheaper "knock-off" blades. However, even with these OEM blades, a user can experience discomfort and a poor shave if they mix the blades and heads that come in the sealed package. Bear in mind that these have been manufactured and ground as matching sets. You will get the best experience when you carefully keep each blade with it's corresponding head. And later, when cleaning, ensure you don't mix the blades with the other heads in the set or you will suddenly have poor shaving ahead of you. Recently, I was trying to brush out the head module and accidentally disassembled it. All the parts went scattering across the counter and floor. With 3 blades and 3 heads there was no way I was going to get each blade back with it's corresponding head - the odds were against me. And sure enough, once reassembled, I didn't get nearly the quality shave I was getting the day before. I suppose one could mark each part when first opening the package and thus ensuring the pieces always stay together. Otherwise, enjoy your renewed shaving experience.

I had not changed the blades on my electric razor in years (I know better). What a difference new blades make! And since these are OEM, I have zero issues with them. Unfortunately, when I ordered the blades, there was no indication they were out-of-stock. In fact, the delivery date showed within a few days. I had to "re-authorize" the order 3 times (if I remember the correctly) because of the delay and wait about a month.

It doesn't include the shroud like the photograph shows, it is only the blades and the rings/foils they ride in. I put them into an ancient razor and the fit perfectly and worked well but didn't improve the shaving quality to any appreciable degree. I found that somewhat surprising as the old blades are probably 10 yrs old or more. Since the razor itself was in great condition I got this instead of a new razor I could probably put the old blades back in and wouldn't notice the difference I would recommend this for someone that has a good razor with a damaged blade or foil. Use it to repair a damaged razor. The quality of the blades and foils is excellent. I derated it for 2 reasons. 1) it really isn't clear that it doesn't include the shroud and the packaging certainly does nothing to remove that misconception. 2) the manufacturer recommends blade changes on a yearly or more frequent basis and the benefit is minimal.

Most easy to use and clean

I got this razor as a Christmas present about 35 years ago and was upset when I couldn't find replacement blades. How great it is to have it back again. It was and is the best. The new blades are fantastic. They are sharp and the shave is as close and smooth as I remembered. I love this Philips. I tried a Remington when my razor blades broke, but took it back. It just didn't do the job like the Philips.

Es importante mencionar que la utilicé para la rasuradora Philips modelo AT610, aunque es compatible con cualquier otro modelo AT6##. Desde que cambié las cuchillas, se ve inmediatamente el cambio en la mejora de la rasurada, anteriormente tenía que completar la rasurada con rastrillo ya que las cuchillas anteriores no lograban cortar todo. Ahora veo que rasura muy bien y no requiero del rastrillo. El servicio de entrega de Amazon fué muy bueno, llegó antes de la fecha prometida, una pequeño detalle es que el empaque de las cuchillas llegó ligeramente doblado pero no afectó en nada a las cuchillas, por lo cual no lo calificó como negativo. Muy recomendable para rasuradoras Philips modelos AT6##.

The original manufacturer is far superior to" All the Substitute offers" in every aspect of PERFORMANCE. Price is not considered as NORELCO is the USA marketing branch of PHILIPS (Holland), and lasts for a couple of years before it needs replacing. So save your money by having an excellent shave every time.

Value for money