Is the cheap Philips Norelco 3000 actually good, or should I spend more?

For basic beard maintenance and stubble, the consensus across mainstream and budget-focused reviewers is that the 3000 series punches above its price. Step up to the 5000, 7000, or 9000 if you want a metal precision dial, more length settings, a hair collector, longer battery life, or a single trimmer that also handles head and body grooming.