Recently replaced a 10 year old series 5 shaver for my new series 8 shaver. The new series 8 is so much better in all areas and achieves a close shave that the old series 5 didn't. Battery life is great and new cleaning system is simple and quick. My only disappointment is that the model I chose on the UK website did contain and replacement foil and newer cleaning station with multiple cleaning modes, however, the model sent didn't have this cleaning station option or a replacement foil. This was a disappointment as you should get what you ordered...