I replaced the charging stand on my shaver when one of the suction cups got pulled off. The stand was the only thing I never liked about the shaver because it wasn't particularly portable for traveling. This stand serves the same function but folds flat. It is a Norelco stand, but a much better design than what they were providing with their shaver. If you're on the road a lot, it is a worthwhile investment even if you already have a stand.