The Best Electric Shavers, Tested by Men's Health

A week in, beards can be a bit tricky to handle. But this high-tech gadget has you covered. Using A.I. SkinIQ technology that provides feedback on shaving pressure, it aims to give the closest possible shave, no matter what day you’re on.

Of our testers, 92% were happy with their shave, with 89% saying it was ace at handling longer stubble. It did flag up as noisy in our lab test, however, this wasn’t an issue for 92% of testers.

A tough workout should leave you looking red, not your shaver. Great for sensitive skin, this one's specially designed blades work on flat and long hair, for a gentle yet close shave.

One tester even said it was “the best dry shave I’ve had with an electric razor”. No time to charge? Its special charging case powers for up to six weeks of use.

Able to tackle the most thornbush-like beards with its high-tech sensors and hyped-up motor, our testers found it easy switching between attachments, resulting in an accurate shave, even on thick or long hair.

Easy to control and comfortable to use, the variety of cutting positions and speeds were a welcomed bonus. Overall, 93% raved about the close, smooth shave it provided.

Lightweight, compact and with a convenient USB charging cable, this is the perfect travel buddy. The device is fully waterproof too, and thanks to its ergonomic grip to help with control and comfort, it's ideal for using while in the shower.

All found it easy to control, with 80% experiencing both a close and gentle shave. It smoothed things over for 80% of testers, with 87% satisfied with the end result.

Featuring a pivoting head and built-in sensor, which adapts the power according to your beard density, this shaver allows for a close-contact shave without causing any sensitivity.

Our testers noted how soft and gentle it was on their skin, providing a smooth finish – some even comparing it to feeling like a wet shave. It features an automated cleaning unit too, so it’s always ready to use when you need it.

This long-lasting shaver has a run time of up to 90 minutes and features a sleek LED power meter that lets you know how much battery life you’ve got left. Performance-wise, 92% loved the high-quality design, charge-up time and overall battery life.

When it came to shaving, 92% found it easily tackled tricky areas, including around the jawline and chin, while still being gentle on skin.

For the accident-prone, Wahl has created this ‘lifeproof’ device designed to withstand any bumps or knocks you throw at it. Testers agreed and were pleased with the close shave it provided, especially against longer stubble.

The pop-up trimmer helped define moustaches and sideburns with pleasing precision, while it’s also totally waterproof and comes with an impressive 90-minute battery life.

Yes, the price is on the more premium side, but we think this shaver is worth investing in. The LCD screen shows you all the information you need to know, such as how much juice it’s got left, and there are a number of attachments that are designed to give you the ultimate close shave. You can select from three different shave settings, while sensors pick up on your beard density and adjust the power accordingly.

Testers were impressed with how well this luxe shaver performed on longer stubble, particularly on those hard-to-reach areas around the jawline. It provided a close shave, catching even the tiniest of whiskers, and didn’t cause any irritation. It’s also fully waterproof and comes with good grip, which makes it painless to clean and means you can use it in the shower for added ease.

Testers loved the pop-up trimmer on Remington’s shaver for how precise it was at shaping the edges of sideburns and moustaches. Skin was left looking sleek and smooth, although the shave wasn’t as close as with some of the more expensive models we’ve included on this list.

As you’d expect for the price, it didn’t come with any fancy gadgets or accessories but testers found it intuitive to use and clean. It’s corded too, so ideal for anyone that can never remember to charge their tools. There is less freedom to move around with it though.

Whether you shave in front of the mirror or singling along in the shower, Philips' Series 5000 shave is equally adept. Non-stick rubber makes the razor easy to grip, even when wet, while its fully-flexible heads, that turn 360, will follow your facial contours for improved skin comfort.

Ask yourself the question, what do you need a razor for? If all you're looking to do is tidy up your stubble then this might not be the shaver for you. However, if you're looking for finish that's closer than white on rice then this ultra-close foil shaver is the answer to your prayers.

Most men have different needs from a razor. Yes, our beards need maintaining, but then there's ear hair, nose hair, back hair, and all of it needs sculpting.

The key is to buy yourself a razor that can do it all, and that razor is Wahl's multigroomer, which comes complete with 16 attachment combs to provide you with a wide variety of styling options.

There's nothing worse than desperately needing a shave only to find that your razor is out of juice. Thankfully, SweetLF's waterproof shaver features a LCD screen that shows you how many shaves it has left, while its USB charging is perfect for daily or travel use.

Some beards are tough, and, quite frankly, some razors aren't up to the job of cutting through them. This shaver though has no such problem. Featuring Japanese Blade Tech, this razor's sharp and stainless steel blades are made to hack through even the thickest of facial fuzz.