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The best electric razors for men in 2025, tested and reviewed
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Getting a close shave without irritation or pain isn't easy. It's common to find yourself with nicks or leftover stubble from a quick shave. However, the best electric razors for men work on those with different hair textures and shaping preferences, always delivering a clean shave without the pain. Our team has thoroughly tested and reviewed many top electric razor models according to the most common needs, and we've narrowed it down to the six best electric razors out there.
Our top pick is Braun's Series 9 Pro Plus, which offers a close, personalized shave that's worth the investment. For a more affordable option, our budget pick also comes from Braun, as the slightly older Series 7 model still stands the test of time and is a super high-quality option.
Below, you'll find detailed recommendations based on rigorous testing, honest pros and cons of each pick, and answers to your most asked electric shaver questions from a professional barber.
The top picks for the best electric razors for men
This advanced electric razor offers the most effective, close shave out of all razors we've tried.
The Braun Series 7 is able to "read" the density of your beard, automatically adjusting its power to give you the closest shave possible.
This is the most advanced rotary-style electric razor we've tried and can achieve an effortless shave in just one pass.
Perhaps one of the most premium electric razors out there, this model from Panasonic has a powerful motor that is great for those with thick hair.
The Bevel Pro uses new auto-leveling technology to cut coarse hairs to your desired length in 0.1mm increments.
Staff Pick
This advanced electric razor offers the most effective, close shave out of all razors we've tried.
What we like
- Powerful motor for precision shaves
- Attached trimmer
- Power charging travel case
What we don’t like
- Pricey
As Braun's most advanced shaver to date, the Braun Series 9 Pro+ (9599cc) is a considerable upgrade to older Series 9 and Series 9 Pro models. Our top pick for one of the best electric shavers comes bundled with the SmartCare Center, which includes a cleaning solution, a mobile charging PowerCase, a cleaning brush, and, for the first time ever, a ProComfort head to prep the face before shaving.
Even with all of the add-ons, the shaver itself is what makes the Braun Series 9 Pro+ such a powerful grooming tool. The cutting head consists of five separate parts — two OptiFoil shavers, a ProLift blade designed to lift hair, a Direct Blade designed to comb the hair in the same direction before cutting, and a skin guard. With 40,000 cutting motions per minute, auto-sensing technology, vibrating sonic technology, and the system provides a smooth and close shave, with minimal work prepping your face beforehand, whether your hair lays flat, stands up, or grows in different directions on different parts of your face.
The Braun Series 9 Pro+ includes an attached trimmer for detailing mustaches and beard lines. It's positioned on the back of the shaver but extends high enough to see the blade while you're trimming. As someone who's not clean-shaven, the trimmer gets just as much use as the shaver head because the placement doesn't seem like an afterthought that's blocked by the shaver head. It's easy to use and will save you from having to use a separate grooming tool for trimming.
My favorite upgrade on the Series 9 Pro+ is the mobile charging PowerCase. It's another safe place to store your shaver and automatically charges, extending the battery life to up to 6 weeks — or much longer if you don't shave frequently.
The Braun Series 7 is able to "read" the density of your beard, automatically adjusting its power to give you the closest shave possible.
What we like
- Many key features as the best overall pick including beard sensing technology
- Affordable
What we don’t like
- No power charging travel case
The Braun Series 7 (7085cc) replaces the older Braun Series 7 (7895cc) as our budget pick for the best electric razors for men because of its dependability and a few key improvements. The Braun Series 7 can "read" the density of your beard, automatically adjusting its power to give you the closest shave ever with Braun's AutoSense technology.
The biggest improvement in the design is the new 360° Flex Head shaver that contours to the curves of your face and neck. The new Series 7 (7085cc) feels effortless, even in hard-to-shave areas like your Adam's apple or jawline.
The new model (7085cc) also has a detachable trimmer that goes in place of the shaver, unlike the previous model (7895cc), which featured a slide-out trimmer on the front of the device. With the new design, the trimmer tool is placed at the top of the device so you can see exactly what you're doing. If you're having difficulty visualizing the difference between the two designs, you can read more in our full Braun Series 7 electric shaver review.
The 7071cc is the same as the 7085cc, except it doesn't include extra-length guard attachments.
This is the most advanced rotary-style electric razor we've tried and can achieve an effortless shave in just one pass.
What we like
- Most powerful rotary shaver available
- Uses self sharpening blades
- Comes with easy-to-use trimmer attachment
What we don’t like
- As with all rotary shavers
- It's likely not a good choice for coarse or curly hair
If you prefer shavers with rotary-style blades instead of linear foil shavers, Philips Norelco's S9000 Prestige is the most advanced option available and one of the best electric shavers we've tried.
While rotary shavers typically all feature three circular shavers, the S9000 Prestige packs a lot of performance in each one. In total, there are 72 self-sharpening blades that are designed to cut hair in any direction. The exterior of the rotary blades is designed to lift the hair before the blades cut as close to the skin as possible. And with 165,000 cutting actions per minute, you can achieve a close shave in just one pass.
The S9000 Prestige does a great job at cutting hair, but it also prioritizes protecting the skin. The shaver head features up to 500,000 hydrophilic microbeads to help the device glide across your skin. By limiting snags, you'll experience less irritation after you shave. Much like most premium shavers, the S9000 Prestige has automatic beard-sensing technology, but I like that you can also manually adjust it using the + and - buttons on the device. Featuring Philips Norelco's Ultraflex Suspension system, the S9000 Prestige also has one of the most comfortable contouring technology I've tested, which is incredibly important for clean shaves.
Perhaps one of the most premium electric razors out there, this model from Panasonic has a powerful motor that is great for those with thick hair.
What we like
- Six titanium shaving blades
- Super powerful motor at 84,000 cross-cutting motions per minute
What we don’t like
- Expensive
- May be overkill for beards that aren't dense and fast growing
The Panasonic ARC6 Electric Shaver is arguably the most advanced and premium shaver on the market. Replacing the previous generation ARC5, the ARC6 features massive improvements, including a new head with six blades forged from high-grade Japanese stainless steel and a more powerful motor with 84,000 cross-cutting motions per minute.
With six blades — two finishing blades designed to cut hair at the base, two titanium-coated blades for long and thick stubble, and two lift blades to lift and cut hairs that lay flat — the Panasonic ARC6 has more blades than any electric shaver I've tested. In addition to its premium blade design, the shaver head moves in 22 independent directions to ensure it stays contoured to your face and neck at all times. Its sophisticated design does a great job of limiting nicks and cuts while delivering a close shave with one pass.
My beard doesn't grow incredibly fast or thick and I keep most of my facial hair, so I couldn't truly take advantage of the benefit of having such a powerful shaver. The auto-sensing technology increases or decreases power based on the density of the hair it's cutting, so I likely didn't use the full capacity of the motor, but I can see the value for men who either have thick beards or shave daily.
At just under $500, the Panasonic ARC6 is expensive, but it has the most blades, an incredibly powerful motor, comes with all the extras you need to maintain the device, and is engineered to perform with efficiency and precision.
The Bevel Pro uses new auto-leveling technology to cut coarse hairs to your desired length in 0.1mm increments.
What we like
- Power adjustable level to achieve desired closeness
- Doubled as clippers for haircuts
What we don’t like
- Not waterproof
If you have coarse or curly hair, you've probably struggled to find products that make grooming comfortable. While even the best electric razors for men focus on getting the absolute closest cut possible, that's also usually the first step to unattractive, painful, or itchy razor bumps. Luckily, the Bevel Pro All-In-One Clipper and Trimmer solves that.
Founded in 2013, Walker and Company (Bevel's parent company) was created by Tristan Walker to cater to the grooming needs of people with coarse or curly hair. While that most directly applies to people of color, the brand's products are generally great for anyone who has sensitive skin.
Rather than using multiple blades that either cut hair below the surface of the skin or snag and pull on hair, the Bevel Trimmer Pro uses an adjustable blade to cut hair to the same level of the skin. Its blades are made of stainless steel and coated in graphite to reduce drag and maintain its sharpness. At the touch of a button, you can adjust the blade gap from 0mm to 2.5mm in 0.1mm increments.
If you've ever used a trimmer that required a lot of downward pressure to effectively cut hair, the Bevel is far from that. The Bevel Pro is extremely precise and sharp. As someone with coarse facial hair who's prone to razor bumps when shaving, I got the best results adjusting the blade to a few tenths of a millimeter away from no gap. We love it so much that we named it one of our top picks in our guide to the best beard trimmers as well.
Manscaped Lawn Mower 4.0: At $90, the Manscaped Lawn Mower 4.0 might seem expensive, but it's well worth it if you're searching for the best electric razor for men specifically for trimming body hair. The trimmer features SkinSafe technology that prevents uncomfortable snags or cuts while still providing a close shave all over your body, especially below the belt.
Andis Profoil Lithium Plus: The Andis Profoil Lithium Plus is one of the best electric shavers you'll most likely find in a barbershop — and for good reason. As a tried and true professional grooming brand, Andis is known for premium quality and affordable prices.
Andis Slimline Pro: While several of our favorite electric razors on this list come with a trimming attachment, the Andis Slimline Pro's design is fully dedicated to trimming. As a professional-grade tool, it can outperform any trimmer attachment, and it's simple enough to use at home.
GilletteLabs Heated Razor: When you think of electric razors, grooming tools with a motor and an oscillating blade usually come to mind first. The GilletteLabs Heated Razor has neither of those attributes, but it is a razor and is technically electric. Coming in the form of a more traditional multi-blade razor, it features five blades for a close shave, FlexDisc technology to contour to your face and neck, and, most notably, an Intelligent Heat Control System.
We talked with professional barber Sydney Shlakman of Hairrari Hair Salon in Brooklyn, New York, about some care and maintenance tips for your grooming tools. Electric razors are not as simple to clean as the best safety razors, but with these tips, they last a very long time.
We've also answered other frequently asked questions about grooming tools.
What is the difference between foil and rotary razors?
- Foil: The foil electric shaver contains oscillating blades that move back and forth at high speeds. These blades are covered with guards that lift hair for cutting and protect the skin. A foil razor will often have a few separate cutting blades that flex independently to match the contours of your face. However, because a foil head has a rectangular shape, it might not match your face as well as a rotary razor.
- Rotary: The rotary razor has round blades that spin. You'll receive protection from the spinning rotary blades with a slotted guard that sits atop the blades and helps to lift the hairs so they're easier to cut. The heads flex in multiple directions, giving you a close shave by hugging the contours of your face. However, rotary heads are more difficult to clean after shaving than foil shavers.
How often should I clean my razor or trimmer?
"You should clean your tools after every use," Shlakman told Insider. "It's important to maintain clean grooming tools to make sure your tools are working properly and do not build up bacteria or rust."
What is the best way to clean grooming tools?
"The best way to clean your grooming tools is by using a barber bristle brush to brush the hair off of your tools and also using a blade cleaning spray," said Shlakman. "I like using Andis Cool Care Plus to clean and lubricate my blades. You want to brush the hair off first and then spray the cleaning spray."
Some shavers, like the Braun Series 7 and Series 9, have a clean and charged base that will clean it automatically. If your device doesn't have a cleaning system, you should remove the blade, brush or rinse out excess hair, sanitize it, and re-oil your blade before the next use.
Why do I need to oil my blade?
Without oil, razors — whether foil, rotary or a combination of both — can generate a lot of friction and heat. When a blade gets hot without proper lubrication, it will underperform and will eventually rust and warp. You won't get as close a shave, you'll be more prone to nicks and cuts, and you'll have to replace your blades more often.
What kind of oil can I use on my blades?
Most electric razors and trimmers come with oil, but should you run out, you can use various oils to keep your blades lubricated. A few drops of olive, coconut, baby, or even your favorite beard oil can get the job done. You'll want to avoid products that definitely don't belong on your face, like motor oil or WD-4o.
Can I use the same electric razor for my face and my body?
While some electric trimmers can adequately be used anywhere, it's recommended that you use separate blades for your face and body. The bacteria on your face thrive in dry areas with oxygen, and bacteria on your groin area thrive in moist environments. Mixing the two using the same blade everywhere may cause irritations and breakouts.
If you already have a grooming tool you like for your face, it's a good idea to buy a separate tool dedicated to body grooming.
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