• Acid_Burn@lemmy.dbzer0.com
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    1 day ago

    They make money on blade replacement cartridges. If the base unit lasts longer they still make more money in the long run from consumables. A lot like electric toothbrushes.

    Source: I have this shaver and buy replacement blades a few times a year.

    • turtlesareneat@discuss.online
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      1 day ago

      Yep they basically give the handle away for free anyway just to get you on the blades. Giving away accessories at no-cost-to-them is totally on brand. I doubt many other companies will do it, as accessories are usually moneymakers.

    • tofubl@discuss.tchncs.de
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      22 hours ago

      Well that certainly makes a lot more sense now. I wasn’t familiar with Philips shavers with replacement blades. 🙄