Gotta recharge before using This shaves pretty close leaves my face smooth but no it does not work with when you plug it in after the charge runs out, just wanted to let every one know about that. that’s the only reason I take 1 star off you have to recharge before using so kinda sucks when it’s dead and you’re going to work.

Good if you are new to shavers, upgrade another $70 if you are looking for next step up I gave it a month of trial to see what it’s results would be, Wasn’t thrilled that it’s not a lithium battery first off. It got slower and slower as the battery started draining, which means if it stops in mid shave…be ready to pull hairs. Even with a full charge, this thing is bitey. I have thick hairs and once you get too close to the goatee trying to shave the field, it will take hold and start pulling like it’s a weed stuck between the cracks of the sidewalk. Ouch. I’ve tried the comfort…