10 Best Shavers

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reviews by users 323,474 reviews by users
expert reviews 23 expert reviews

We've looked at 34 shavers, scoring each from 0 to 100. Our ratings come from 323,474 user reviews.

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  1. The Best
    1

    Philips SP9840/32
    Score
    93/100
    Good
    Great price
    Notino £232
    In partnership with PriceRunner
    Shaver
    Cleaning station
    Wet & Dry shaving
    Pop-up trimmer
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★
    (4.6) 702 reviews
  2. 2

    Philips S9987/55
    Score
    90/100
    Good
    In partnership with PriceRunner
    Shaver
    Cleaning station
    Wet & Dry shaving
    Pop-up trimmer
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★
    (4.5) 1686 reviews
  3. 3

    Philips S3242/12
    Score
    90/100
    Good
    OnBuy £55
    In partnership with PriceRunner
    Shaver
    Wet & Dry shaving
    Pop-up trimmer
    Li-ion-battery
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★
    (4.5) 229 reviews
  4. 4

    Philips X3052/00
    Score
    89/100
    Good
    Great price
    Argos £45
    In partnership with PriceRunner
    Shaver
    Wet & Dry shaving
    Pop-up trimmer
    NiMH-battery
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★
    (4.4) 293 reviews
  5. 5

    Philips S5887/50
    Score
    89/100
    Good
    Great price
    Amazon £100
    In partnership with PriceRunner
    Shaver
    Cleaning station
    Wet & Dry shaving
    Pop-up trimmer
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★
    (4.4) 252 reviews
  6. 6

    Braun 61-N1000s
    Score
    89/100
    Good
    Great price
    Notino £102
    In partnership with PriceRunner
    Shaver
    Wet & Dry shaving
    Li-ion-battery
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★
    (4.4) 165 reviews
  7. 7

    Philips S3233/52
    Score
    88/100
    Good
    OnBuy £99
    In partnership with PriceRunner
    Shaver
    Pop-up trimmer
    Li-ion-battery
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★
    (4.4) 39746 reviews
  8. 8

    Braun Series 3 3045s
    Score
    88/100
    Good
    Great price
    Amazon UK £99
    In partnership with PriceRunner
    Shaver
    Wet & Dry shaving
    Pop-up trimmer
    NiMH-battery
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★
    (4.4) 5757 reviews
  9. 9

    Braun Series 1 190s
    Score
    88/100
    Good
    Roov £53
    In partnership with PriceRunner
    Shaver
    Pop-up trimmer
    NiMH-battery
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★
    (4.4) 5545 reviews
  10. The Cheapest
    10

    Braun Series 3 3000BT
    Score
    88/100
    Good
    Great price
    Amazon £80
    In partnership with PriceRunner
    Shaver
    Pop-up trimmer
    NiMH-battery
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★
    (4.4) 1533 reviews
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Comparison

caret-up caret-down Product information
Philips SP9840/32 Philips S9987/55
Philips S3242/12
Name Philips SP9840/32 Philips S9987/55 Philips S3242/12
Score
93
90
90
Reviews
★★★★★
★★★★★
(4.6)
702 reviews
★★★★★
★★★★★
(4.5)
1686 reviews
★★★★★
★★★★★
(4.5)
229 reviews
Price £232 £500 £55
caret-up caret-down Battery
Cordless
Run time 60 min 60 min 60 min
Charge time 60 min 60 min 60 min
Type of battery Li-ion Li-ion Li-ion
caret-up caret-down Functions
Pop-up trimmer
Washable under water
Base station
Wet & dry shaving
caret-up caret-down Dimensions and weight
Height 16.9 cm 24.5 cm 19.0 cm
Width 6.9 cm 16.2 cm 14.0 cm
Depth 6.0 cm 16.0 cm 8.0 cm
Weight 0.1 kg 0.8 kg 0.4 kg
Updated:
23. September 2024

Buying guide

Do you need help deciding which shaver you should pick? With our buying guide, you can learn more about what to look for when buying a shaver.

1

Type of shavers

There are two main types of electric shavers: Foil and rotary.

  • Foil shavers have a thin, perforated foil that covers the cutting blades, providing a close and precise shave. They work well for people with sensitive skin.
  • Rotary shavers have circular cutting heads that flex and adapt to the contours of your face. They are suitable for those with coarse or longer facial hair.</li<
2

Wet or dry shaving

Some electric shavers are designed for dry shaving, while others can be used with shaving cream or gel. Wet shaving can be gentler on the skin and may provide a closer shave.

3

Corded or cordless

  • Cordless shavers offer more flexibility and convenience. Look for models with a long battery life if you want to use it while traveling.
  • Corded shavers can provide consistent power but require an outlet.
4

Battery

Check the shaver’s battery life and how long it takes to charge. A quick charge feature can be handy when you’re in a hurry.

5

Maintenance and cleaning

Some shavers come with cleaning stations that make maintenance easier. Others can be rinsed underwater for cleaning. Consider the cleaning process when choosing a shaver.

6

Price

Electric shavers are available in all price ranges. The cheapest shaver in our comparison is the Braun Series 3 3000BT, which has a price of just £12, whereas the most expensive has a price of £500.

A cheap electric shaver typically differs from a more expensive one in terms of:

  • Build quality
  • Blade quality
  • Strength of the motor
  • Functionality (they are usually not suitable for wet shaving)
  • Battery in low quality, or only for corded use.

This chart shows how the price is distributed among the shavers represented in our comparison:

Updated December 3, 2024

If you are looking for a budget-friendly electric shaver, take a look at one of the following models, which are the five cheapest:

Shaver Pris
£12
£25
£29
£33
£41
Updated December 3, 2024 | See the full list
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Other considerations

Philips S9987/55
An electric shaver with a cleaning station (Philips S9987/55)
  • Cleaning station: Cleaning stations are a convenient accessory that comes with some electric shavers. When you’re finished shaving, you place your electric shaver in the cleaning station, and the station takes care of the rest. The station typically contains a cleaning solution, usually an alcohol-based solution designed to clean and disinfect the shaver’s cutting elements. You can find the best electric shavers with a cleaning station here.
  • Pop-up trimmer: A pop-up trimmer is a small, built-in trimming device found on many electric shavers. The primary purpose of a pop-up trimmer is to trim facial hair, such as sideburns, mustaches, beards, etc.

FAQ

caret-up caret-down What is the difference between a beard trimmer and an electric shaver?

Beard trimmers are designed to trim and maintain facial hair at different lengths, while electric shavers produce a close shave by removing stubble right down to the skin. Beard trimmers are used for styling and shaping, whereas electric shavers produce a clean and smooth finish.

caret-up caret-down How many electric shavers have a cord?

According to our data, 0% of electric shavers on the market have a cord, which means 100% of all electric shavers are battery-powered.

Tests

Denmark Tænk

Test of 12 shavers, tested in 2022.
Edition: 229
Published: 3/2022
12 tested

Germany ETM Testmagazin

Test of 6 shavers.
Edition: 2/2022
Published: 1/2022
6 tested
1st place in test
Panasonic ES-LV97
"Very good"
"Test winner"

Germany Stiftung Warentest

Test of 13 shavers.
Edition: 9/2021
Published: 10/2021
13 tested
1st place in test
"Good"

Germany Haus & Garten Test

Test of 6 battery shavers up to 100 €.
Edition: 5/2019
Published: 8/2019
6 tested
1st place in test
Koenic KSH 4220 WD
"Good"
"Test winner"

Germany Haus & Garten Test

Test of battery shavers over 100 €.
Edition: 5/2019
Published: 8/2019
3 tested
1st place in test
"Very good"
"Test winner"

"Best buy" overview

Overview of shavers that have been awarded 'Best buy' or achieved first place in tests.

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