Standout Electric Shavers for Smooth Skin

Best men's facial shavers and beard trimmers in 2024
Best men's facial shavers and beard trimmers in 2024

Standout
 Electric Shavers
 for Smooth Skin

Tried-and-true models to suit any skin type and concern

Words by

Cory Ohlendorf

Photography by

Courtesy

Published

June 18, 2024

Note

Items featured in this story are independently selected by the editorial team. Purchasing via our links may earn Valet. a portion of the sale, which helps fund our editorial mission.

Summer is all about taking it easy, right? So why spend your morning shaving? Especially with all that the season puts your skin through, wouldn't it be nice to simply run a tiny machine over your face and tend to your facial hair quickly and painlessly? It used to be that electric shavers were noisy and inefficient—they didn't get every hair and left you looking and feeling a little lazy. But not today. The best modern shavers are high-tech trimmers that can offer everything from the perfect perma-shadow to a smooth, close shave without the hint of irritation. We've tried a handful and have come up with several standouts suitable for the Valet. man. The real question is which one suits you best?

Advertisement

The Best Electric Shavers
for Men in 2024

Braun Series 9 Pro shaver
Valet. editor's pick
Valet. editor's pick

The Editor’s Pick

This is like the Land Rover Defender of shavers. It's built tough, but is also luxurious, with all the bells and whistles. A recently reinvented head with Braun's sonic technology helps to lift hairs in order to trim quickly and efficiently, while “AutoSense technology” adjusts the power of the rotations to your facial hair's density. When used with shaving cream, it can get as close as a regular razor and the smart base automatically charges, hygienically cleans, lubricates, and dries your shaver.

Run Time

90 minutes

Power

Lithium-ion battery with self-charging case

Shaving Head

Dual foil with sonic lifting element

Series 9 Pro shaver,
 $379.99 / $323 by Braun

Wahl Waterproof precision shaver

For Shower Shavers

While most shavers these days are waterproof, this is the only one that feels like it was truly built for those who prefer to shave in the shower. The design boasts an ergonomic rubberized grip and it's also shock-proof, just in case you do drop it. One charge will get you more than a week's worth of shaves, so feel free to leave it in the shower. But there's also a lock on the power button, making it easy to throw in a gym or travel bag, too.

Run Time

90 minutes

Power

Lithium-ion battery

Shaving Head

Flexible dual foils

Waterproof precision shaver,
$69.99 / $53.55 by Wahl

Panasonic ARC5 5-blade shaver

For Sensitive Skin

If the idea of shaving makes you wince, say goodbye to redness and irritation with this gentle trimmer. Medical-grade stainless steel foils and blades are powered by a responsive sensor that detects beard densities 220 times/second and adjusts power 14 times/second to reduce pull and irritation for a faster and more gentle shave.

Run Time

45 minutes

Power

Lithium-ion battery

Shaving Head

Flexible foil with five blades

ARC5 5-blade shaver,
$209.99 / $149.99 by Panasonic

Advertisement

Remington Hyperflex Advanced rotary shaver

Best Rotary Style

If you've got thicker facial hair, then you probably want a rotary shaver. They work best on fuller beards and wiry hair. And as the name suggests, this model's claim to fame is its unique flexibility. The innovative pivoting design allows the entire head (along withe each rotary blade) to adjust to any angle, helping to reduce irritation and shave smoothly along cheekbones, under noses and over chins.

Run Time

60 minutes

Power

Lithium-ion battery

Shaving Head

Three floating rotary heads

Hyperflex Advanced rotary shaver,
$119.99 / $99.99 by Remington

Braun M90 MobileShave

Compact/Travel

If you don't want to travel with your regular larger set-up, or simply want a dedicated shaver for your gym bag or desk drawer, this handy device offers impressive performance in a small package. The auto-lock swivel cap protects the foil and blades, it's washable and even has the requisite precision trimmer for side burns and mustaches. And since it's powered by AA batteries, you don't have to worry about lithium batteries in your carry-on.

Run Time

150 minutes

Power

Two AA batteries

Shaving Head

Single foil

M90 MobileShave,
$24.99 / $21.99 by Braun

Philips Norelco OneBlade 360 trimmer

Hybrid Shaver/Beard Trimmer

If you don't have much facial hair, or are looking for a simple shaver to clean up around your neckline and cheeks, this is a no-fuss trimmer that performs incredibly well. It comes with an adjustable comb to set your desired length and the textured blade has a glide coating and rounded tips to protect skin. And one of the stainless steel blades will last for about four months.

Run Time

45 minutes

Power

NiMH rechargeable battery

Shaving Head

Dual-sided textured blade

OneBlade 360 trimmer,
$37.96 by Philips Norelco

Wahl Professional 5 Star Vanish Shaver

The Barbershop Favorite

This no-nonsense shaver is a favorite of barbers everywhere. It's small, easy to handle, and the innovative suspension system allows the dual cutting bars to move independently, hugging every neck and facial contour.

$105.21 by Wahl

The Daily Valet. men's current events newsletter

The Smart Way
 to Start Your Day

The Daily Valet. is your cheat sheet to what's happening, what's cool and what's making headlines. It's your secret to being the most interesting man in the room.

More on
Shaving

How to Prevent Ingrown Hairs

How to Prevent
 Ingrown Hairs
How to Get Perfect Stubble

How to Get
 Perfect Stubble

Advertisement