Philips One Blade 360 Review: Is One Blade Pro Worth the Extra Cost?

Electric shavers can generally be divided into two major categories - some are more robust like foil or rotary, while others are more lightweight and easy to use.

The latter category has only a handful of devices that resonated among the groomers worldwide, and one such electric shaver is the Philips OneBlade 360.

There are a few different variants to choose from, but the basic principles remain the same - turn it on and the seemingly innocent blades turn into the safest, close shaving head!

Its simplicity, speed and comfort are the defining factors, and what’s more intriguing is that it doesn’t really cost that much!

Philips Norelco OneBlade 360: Specs

Let me discuss the technical specifications for the Norelco OneBlade 360 in this section. You’ll get to generate a basic idea of our subject matter today.

• Dimensions: 18 × 4.0 × 3.0 cm
• Weight: 3.3 Ounces
• Blade Type: Dual-sided 360 Degree Contour Blade (for face)
• Additional Blade (variant-dependent): Body Blade with SkinGuard
• Cutting Length without Guards: 0.3 mm
• Combs: 1 or 2 (variant specific)
• Motor Power: 12,000 CPM (cuts per minute)
• Waterproof: IPX7
• Battery Indicator: Yes
• Battery Runtime: 45 Minutes
• Charging Time: 4-5 Hours
• Charging Method: USB-A
• Variants: QP2834/70 (Face + Body), QP2730/90 (Face only)

Pros & Cons

In this segment of the OneBlade review, I’ll list down the things I like about this tool and where it comes short.

What I Like

• 360 blade adapts to facial contours perfectly
• Can cater to sensitive skin
• Great tool for body, pube or even ball trimming
• Includes safety guards that actually work
• Waterproof, shower shave-ready and washable
• Low maintenance, lightweight housing

Areas for Improvement

• Battery life is limited
• Less efficient on thick, dense or longer beards
• Blade hinge is quite weak

Verdict

Philips OneBlade 360 trimmer, both the face variant and Face+Body variants are practical grooming tools. While not going as close to a manual razor, the results are surprisingly close enough! It thrives as a daily, quick grooming tool that’s affordable, safe and caters to sensitive skin!

Unboxing the OneBlade 360 Face/Face+Body

The package design for the face variant of the OneBlade 360 is very compact. It's a simple box with a slide out system, hosting the handle, the 360 blade, a guard (newer models come with 3 trimming guards), charging cable and user-manual.

For the Face+Body variant, the box is slightly larger but the package itself feels more fragile. Inside, a paper case holds the handle on one side, the other side keeps the blades.

 Among the blades, the 360 blade rests inside its own crevice, underneath is the body blade attached to a body comb.

There’s an additional adjustable comb (5-in-1 comb 1-5 mm) that helps out with a shorter beard. Also, there’s a fixed guard, USB-A cable and user-manual.

What’s Inside the Box: Common: OneBlade 360 Handle, 1 360 Face Blade, 1 Fixed Comb (3 Combs in Some Variants), USB-A Cable, User Manual. Additionally, with Face+Body Variant: 1 Body Blade with SkinGuard, 1 5-in-1 Adjustable Comb (1-5 mm).

Norelco OneBlade 360 (Face+Body): Which Features Stand Out?

Here are the features in the OneBlade 360 that stand out and truly make this shaver worth talking about.

Feature Highlights

• Super lightweight 3.3 oz handle
• 360 blade that adapt to facial contours
• Body blade capable of manscaping
• Basic yet sufficient guards
• 12,000 CPM motor that’s enough powerful
• IPX7 waterproof feature
• Sleek, Lightweight Aesthetic

The OneBlade 360 handle barely reaches the weight class of 3.3 ounces. Considering other tools of this caliber, it’s extremely lightweight.

Such a form factor is handy to move around. The major thematic tone is lime green and a black patch down the middle. It looks modern yet simple to say the least.

Overall, the shape is like a capital ‘T’, the tiny blade sitting up top on a handle that’s sleek, alluring and minimalistic.

Rubberized Grip Points

OneBlade 360 is very easy to hold on to due to the lighter weight and compact size. To make things even better, there’s a thick layer of rubber padding on either side of the handle.

These rubber pads are textured and retain grip in both wet and dry conditions. I use shaving foam, and the slippery soap doesn’t let it slip out - it’s that good!

Also, when it comes to body grooming, the grip system remains active. You get to hold it in many different angles and the shaver responds according to your every input!

Durable Blade Build Quality

For the price, the durability aspect of the OneBlade 360 is surprisingly good! The blades usually last for 4 to 12 months, depending on your frequency and type of beard/body hair.

The housing doesn’t heat up much, or at all per say. In terms of the rubber grips, they don’t strip off easily. I have had three OneBlade devices over the course of 4 years, all of them have their grips intact.

The only durability issue I found is at the blade’s neck - it’s quite fragile, seemingly, and I always had been careful not to damage the hinge.

Ultra-Lightweight at 3.3 Ounces

OneBlade 360 is one of the most agile electric shavers or body groomers you could ever hope for, weighing in at only 3.3 ounces!

It makes maneuvering feel like a seamless activity, you can glide across your body all you want without tiring your fingers or fatiguing your wrists.

If you feel inclined to it, reach underneath your legs to trim your balls - OneBlade’s lighter handle gives you its full blessing.

360 Contour Blade Technology

Philips Norelco has always been innovative, and one such evidence is the 360 blade with its flex neck design, bending in every direction, getting as close as 0.2 to 0.3 mm in outcome.

This movement allows the flat blade to stay flush against your skin, even when you’re taking it in the tighter areas or difficult spots of your skin.

Be that under the chin, jawline corners, neck curves - the 360 blade can reach anywhere. And its trims in both directions, tug-free - that’s definitely a handy thing to own for convenient shaving!

Body Blade with SkinGuard

The body blade is basically a static version of the 360 blade. It’s included inside the Face+Body package, otherwise you can buy it as an add-on for your older Face only variant.

This too cuts in two directions, stays flat against your skin - the only difference is - it doesn’t tilt. From my tests, I can guarantee that it’s safe for your groin, pubes, underarms, chest, stomach, legs and so on.

I didn’t experience any cuts or tugs. If you want an extra layer of safety, attach the SkinGuard. For slightly longer lengths, the 3 mm body comb can also support you.

12,000 CPM Motor — Fast Yet Controlled

Philips OneBlade 360 equips a motor that’s respectfully powerful, capable of generating 12,000 cuts per minute.

While this power is good enough for short to medium length beard or body hair, the longer or denser hair might slow down its speed a little.

Again, it’s not gonna be tugging or pulling, so to speak, but the duration might crank up. Otherwise, for optimal conditions, it’s gonna be fast and swift!

Full Kit Overview

Let me give you an overview of the full Face+Body kit, and the things that are included at your disposal.

So you can see, the kit is designed for up-close shaving, not for beard styling. For that, you should consider buying a dedicated beard trimmer.

IPX7 Waterproof

One of the more alluring factors about this tool is that it’s fully waterproof, rated with IPX7. With this, you can shave your beard in the shower, or do all sorts of body grooming.

 There has been no leakage for me so far, even with the application of shaving foam or gel. That’s handy to say the least, cutting down on maintenance time.

You can wash the handle and blades using soap or any other disinfectant of your choice. Submerging the handle for a short period of time is okay, but don’t leave it there for more than 5 minutes.

Battery Life: 45 Minutes

This is one of the weaker aspects of OneBlade 360 - a 45 minute battery life based on the NiMH battery unit.

In contrast with electric shavers, it’s not really that bad. But as a body groomer, this duration might hurt if you’re planning to groom every inch of your body in one go.

The charging time varies between 4 to 5 hours. There’s a charging indicator that doesn’t really tell you anything. With the USB-A cable, you’ll need a charging brick to get it working.

My Experience Using the OneBlade 360 [Face+Body]

In this section, I will discuss the experiential aspects of the OneBlade 360 - how close it shaves, what other benefits it has brought to me and so on.

Experience Highlights

• The closeness is commendable at 0.2/0.3 mm
• Very safe and comfortable on skin
• Body grooming has been irritation-free
• Can edge beards faster due to lightweight build
• Great value for money

Trimming Closeness – Face & Body

While the OneBlade’s 360 blade is not zero-gapped, like the outcome isn’t going to be like a clean shave, it’s still closer than a stubble, smooth even if your beard texture is average.

 The body blade is similarly close but it doesn’t adapt to the nooks and crannies like the 360 blade, so you might have to manually adapt your strokes to your curves.

The guards will give you a longer length to play with, the outcomes are going to be over 1 mm, so if you like a certain length to your face or body hair, OneBlade can definitely give you that.

Comfort: Zero Irritation Promise

One of the finer things that I enjoyed while using the Philips OneBlade is its zero-irritation blade system.

Even with the likes of Braun or BaBylissPRO, I’ve experienced itchiness or redness from time to time, due to the powerful cutting actions.

But the OneBlade - it’s been a comfortable journey for my face and body hair. Just take your time, be patient, and it’ll reward you with safety!

Efficiency - The Good & the Bad

I have mixed opinions about the efficiency of this electric razor. The good thing is - it works fast with stubbles on the face or body. Even more so if you have fine or average hair density.

But if any of these variables change, you can have bogged down blades or apply repeated passes. Even the 12,000 CPM motor isn’t going to salvage that efficiency.

You can line up your beard edges as you go, but the outlines are not going to be as crisp as T-Blade. Perceive the OneBlade like a persona, home grooming, generic tool - it won’t then disappoint you.

Versatility: What Can the OneBlade 360 Do?

Let’s see what the OneBlade 360 can and cannot deliver to your grooming routine. It can easily maintain your daily shaving routine, perform clean shaves, shape short beards, trim different body parts, shave necklines, edge beards and so on.

You won’t be able to use it for head shaving, nor can it handle long beards. Also, it struggles with higher density or kinky hair, so that’s something you should consider.

The lighter weight and grippy handle diversifies its consumer group. Elderly men, travelers - many other groomers with unique needs find this simple tool to be the jack of all trades!

Wet Grooming Experience

I’m someone who usually shaves inside the shower, or right before to cut down on grooming time. That’s my regular routine.

The IPX7 waterproof nature saves a bunch of time in this regard as I can just let the shower waters flow to wash away the stray hair. The same goes for my body grooming ritual with the body blade.

For wet shaving outside the shower, you may want to stand before a faucet. Because the blade gets clogged easily and you’ll have to rinse it as you go.

Cleaning & Maintenance

To clean out the OneBlade 360, you can just make use of the IPX7 feature to rinse the blade, shake off water and air dry before storing.

There’s no oiling required to keep things in order. If your blade feels dull, just throw it out and get yourself a new one.

Another pointer is that - both the body blade and 360 blades can get hair stuck behind the hinging mechanism. Use a brush to pry those out, but it can prove to be difficult.

How Was the OneBlade 360 Tested?

My testing of the Philips OneBlade 360 included daily stubble maintenance, altering frequencies, grooming different parts of body, trimming inside and outside shower.

Also, I am in a position to inform you about long-term durability, frequency of blade replacement, drop of performance over time and so on.

I put the OneBlade through many different scenarios and contexts just to see how far I can push its limits.

To make my review more authentic, I even collected feedback from other first-hand OneBlade users - all of these have informed my review thus far.

Who Should Buy the OneBlade 360?

I have figured out which of the consumer groups are going to find the OneBlade 360 to be the most useful.

First of all, those who want a hassle-free, swift, daily shaving device. Even if you have sensitive skin, OneBlade has you covered.

Then, travelers who want a lightweight, low-maintenance tool. Beginners, teenagers, or consumers on a tight budget can also look into it.

And of course, those looking for one device to do both facial hair shaving and all sorts of body grooming - OneBlade 360 is just a great bang for your bucks!

Philips One Blade vs One Blade Pro: Consider This Before Paying Extra

In case you’re torn between the two Norelco brothers, namely Philips One Blade and One Blade Pro - which one should you really invest your money into? Is the upgrade really worth paying extra?

To find out the answers to the posed question, let’s see how the OneBlade 360 and 360 Pro are similar and different from one another!

Similarities

• Both shavers come with 360 face blade
• Outcome closenesses are very similar
• Works on sensitive skin
• IPX7 waterproof

The similarity aspect originates from the 360 blade that the two devices share. There’s nothing different in these blades - they’re identical and can be used alternatively.

That’s why the closeness levels are identical, the shaving experience is indifferent and the comfort on sensitive skin prevails across both.

The only other similarity there is between these two is that they’re both IPX7 waterproof rated, enabling wet shaving and rinsing at your will. 

Differences

• Pro motor is more powerful, covers versatile beards
• Pro battery life is almost 3 times longer - 120 minutes (charging time is faster)
• Pro comb is more robust, offers a higher range
• 360 Face+Body handle is lighter in weight and more affordable
• 360 regular offers a separate blade and comb for body grooming
• Pro is more durable, feels more premium, comes with LED indicator

So you can see that the 360 Pro does have some significant improvements over the regular 360 device - from housing design to inner components.

Pro 360 motor generates 16,000 CPM over 360’s 12,000 CPM - the former being more agile across versatile beard and body hair contexts. 

Also, Philips OneBlade Pro battery life is around 120 minutes with a full charge, recharges within 1 hour and has a 3-bar LED battery level indicator - absolute improvements over the regular OneBlade.

Pro’s housing is thicker, more robust, weighs more and feels premium - something worth the extra money if you’re looking into a luxury option.

OneBlade 360 is lighter in weight, much cheaper, and on top of that - you’re getting a separate body blade and SkinGuard. 

OneBlade Pro gives you a better guard with a higher versatility - capable of doing 12 lengths with just one guard.

OneBlade (Face+Body) adjustable guard can only be 5 lengths, but there are two more combs for your body grooming.

Key Takeaway: Briefly speaking, if you’re on budget, or body grooming is your priority - don’t think twice before buying the regular OneBlade 360 (Face+Body).

Otherwise, if battery life or durability is your concern, or you want more variation across your beard, the upgrade to 360 Pro can be worth it, but I’d still stick with the regular one.

FAQ

Before the end, I’ll answer a couple of questions regarding the Philips Norelco OneBlade 360 for your convenience.

Q: Can I use the OneBlade 360 while connected to power?

Ans: No! Since the OneBlade 360 is a waterproof device, Philips doesn’t want you to keep using it while connected to power for safety concerns. It’s a fully cordless-only electric shaver/trimmer.

Q: Does the OneBlade’s 360 blade work for body grooming?

Ans: Yes it does! In retrospect, I think the 360 blade works better on body grooming as it maneuvers better past the ups and downs of your skin. I personally believe that the body blade is a gimmick and you can buy a separate 360 blade to trim your body hair. Just, don’t use the same blade on your face and body, it’s not hygienic!

Concluding Remarks

Philips Norelco OneBlade 360 (Face+Body) is a part of the brand’s long-running tradition of developing simple, user-friendly devices.

It’s very lightweight and gentle on the skin, and something that delivers a way more than the investment you make.

The only downside I can see is its battery life, but it’s not a dealbreaker if you divide your grooming tasks into segments.

Travelers, frequent groomers, ones who seek easygoing grooming at an affordable price - none can come close to the finesse of Philips OneBlade 360!