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Philips SHP9500

The review signal is high relative to the usual price. Prioritise deals and refurbished options. Target price: $71.

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The review signal is high relative to the usual price. Prioritise deals and refurbished options.

Critic score85

Value signal100

Price$74.99

Release age11y 5m old

User score8.7

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Consensus

85/100

Release age

11y 5m old

Value signal

100/100