Having a good shaver is a must for guys. Even men who choose not to stay clean-shaven need a way to keep their facial hair neatly trimmed. Thanks to advances in technology, more men are shifting away from the manual razor in favor of electric shavers.
The newest generation of electric shavers not only save time, but they offer a closer shave with a lower risk of nicks than their manual counterparts. Gone are the days of sticking wads of toilet paper over shaving injuries. The latest electric shavers help you maintain a smooth and professional look.
There are so many great electric shavers on the market today. Here at Lifehack, we’ve hand-picked the 10 best electric shavers for you. Ladies, if you want to get the men in your life practical gifts, stay tuned. We’ll take the guess work out of electric razors for you.
1. Philips Norelco Series 3000 Shaver 3100
This model by Philips Norleco features a ComfortCut Blade system, which helps you achieve a comfortable wet or dry shave without nicks. The 4-Direction flex heads glide smoothly over your face and neck to adjust to the unique contours of your face.
The pop-up trimmer feature makes it easy to keep a mustache or sideburns looking tidy. Run this under the tap for easy clean-up, and start your day looking sharp.
Best electric shaver for: wet/ dry shaves, trimming mustache or sideburns, easy cleanup under faucet
Philips Norelco Series 3000 Shaver 3100, $49.95
2. Braun Series 7 790cc Cordless Electric Foil Shaver for Men with Clean and Charge Station
The Intelligent Sonic technology in this Braun shaver uses the power of up to 1,000 micro-vibrations per minute to trim thicker or harder to reach hairs. The ActiveLift trimmer picks up those frustrating flat-lying hairs on the neck and chin for an even shave. This shaver can trim hair as short as 0.05 mm, which makes it one of the closest shaves on the market.
Not only is the razor itself cool, but the clean and charge station is also cutting edge–no pun intended. Hit one button, and this razor is cleaned, charged lubricated, and ready for its next use. This would be a great time-saver for a busy guy.
Best electric shaver for: a close shave, busy guys
Braun Series 7 790cc Cordless Electric Foil Shaver for Men with Clean and Charge Station, $169.99
3. Remington PG6025 All-in-1 Lithium Powered Grooming Kit, Trimmer
This Remington is the high-quality, multi-functional workhorse on our list. This isn’t just an electric shaver–this is a full-fledged manscaping kit. It comes with 8 attachments so that you can give yourself a haircut, trim your face, neaten a wild beard, and take care of pesky nose and ear hairs.
The blades are self-sharpening surgical steel, which means that they’ll keep their edge for a long time. To clean these attachments, run them under the faucet.
If you have a lot of grooming to do, don’t worry about battery life with this kit. The lithium battery gives you 50 minutes of cordless battery life.
Best electric shaver for: all-in-one shaver, durability, battery life, easy cleanup under faucet
Remington PG6025 All-in-1 Lithium Powered Grooming Kit, Trimmer, $19.99
4. Philips Norelco Electric Shaver 9700, Cleansing Brush
The Philips Norelco 9700 model won the 2015 iF Design Award. Its shaving heads can move independently in eight directions to allow for a close, smooth shave. The contour-hugging abilities of this shaver cut about 20% more hair with every pass, which saves you time otherwise spent standing in front of the mirror.
You can choose from one of three settings depending on your time constraints and shave preferences. The V-Track Precision Blades channel your hair into the best cutting position, which gives you a closer and more comfortable shave, wet or dry. The cleansing brush attachment offers a hygienic and safe way to remove excess oils from your face.
Best electric shaver for: wet/ dry shave, a close shave, multiple settings to suit your schedule, facial cleansing
Philips Norelco Electric Shaver 9700, Cleansing Brush, $299.99
5. Braun Series 9-9095cc Wet and Dry Foil Shaver for Men with Cleaning Center, Electric Men’s Razor
For the guy who doesn’t bother shaving on the weekends, this model by Braun can handle 3-day beards with no problem. This foil shaver works well for wet and dry shaves, adapts to the shape of your face with a quadruple-action cutting system, and offers a close and long-lasting shave.
The four cutting elements use a combination of Braun’s Sonic Technology and 40,000 cross-cutting actions every minute to get the optimal shave on any part of your face.
Just like the Braun model we already mentioned on this list (#2), this one comes with that amazing cleaning station that cleans, charges, and lubricates your shaver with the touch of one button.
Best electric shaver for: 3-day beards, wet/ dry shaves, busy guys
Braun Series 9-9095cc Wet and Dry Foil Shaver for Men with Cleaning Center, Electric Men’s Razor, $269.99
6. Panasonic ES-LV61-A Arc5 Men’s Electric Shaver
Don’t let the five Arc 5 nanotech blades on this Panasonic shaver intimidate you. More foils mean that you get a better shave faster. The blades are positioned at a 30 degree angle, which offers you a close shave.
When these types of shavers have a slow motor, they can yank your hair. Ouch! This model’s 14,000 cycle per minute motor eliminates that problem. You’ll get a quick and clean cut without the agony.
The battery indicator lets you know how much charge you have, but this shaver is designed to maintain full power all the way until the end of its batter life. You don’t have to worry about the motor slowing down as the battery runs out.
Best electric shaver for: wet and dry shaves, close shaves
Panasonic ES-LV61-A Arc5 Men’s Electric Shaver, $200.00
7. Remington F5-5800 Foil Shaver, Men’s Electric Razor
Each shaver foil on this Remington model flexes independently to worth with the contours of your face. Surgical stainless steel blades offer a close, clean shave. The bonus pop-up trimmer also makes it easy to tackle problem areas or neaten sideburns and mustaches.
Clean up involves a simple run under the faucet. The battery-life on this shaver allows you to go for up to 20 days between charges.
Best electric shaver for: close shave, neatening sideburns or mustaches, long battery life, quick charge
Remington F5-5800 Foil Shaver, Men’s Electric Razor, $38.54
8. Panasonic ES8243A Arc4 Electric Razor for Men
This four-blade electric shaver cuts whiskers at their base. The blades are positioned at a 30 degree angle, and the head pivots to allow you to achieve a smooth and even shave across every contour of your neck, jawline, and chin.
The linear motor, which operates at 13,000 cycles per minute, makes shaving a quick and comfortable experience. This shaver runs at peak capacity until it needs to be recharged, which means you don’t have to worry about this shaver slowing and tugging on your face.
Best electric shaver for: wet/ dry shave
Panasonic ES8243A Arc4 Electric Razor for Men, $89.99
9. Philips Norelco 1150X/46 Shaver 6100
The head on this shaver pivots and tilts to adjust to the curves of your face. The design minimizes irritation and discomfort. This model works well with shave gels or foams, which can give sensitive skin an extra level of protection.
This shaver can be fully charged in one hour, and offers 40-minutes of shave time for every charge. There’s also a three-minute quick charge if your battery runs low before you are able to wrap up.
Best electric shaver for: sensitive skin, wet shave, quick charge
Philips Norelco 1150X/46 Shaver 6100, $89.95
10. Braun Series 3 ProSkin 3040s Wet&Dry Electric Shaver for Men
Here’s another great option for guys who like to skip shaving on the weekends. It has been tested on a 3-day beard, and the results don’t disappoint. This Braun shaver has three pressure-sensitive shaving elements that adjust to conform to your face’s shape. The Micro-comb feature works to capture more hair in every stroke.
The two rechargeable NiMH batteries that come with this model can offer 40 minutes of shave time. This shaver has a 60-minute charging time, but there is also a 5-minute quick recharge option. Run this under the faucet for a quick and easy clean up.
Best electric shaver for: 3-day beard, wet/ dry shave
Braun Series 3 ProSkin 3040s Wet&Dry Electric Shaver for Men, $60.07
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