- A good beard trimmer should be precise, versatile, and safe and easy to use.
- Of all the beard trimmers we researched, our favorites are from Philips Norelco and Wahl because they tick off all the requirements for a great beard trimmer.
The best beard trimmer should keep your facial hair from looking unkempt, properly cutting all the hair after just a few passes.
There are a few things you should consider before buying a beard trimmer. After all, different people have different beards and styles, and you might even be looking for something that you can use for other areas of body hair, too. Here are a few things to keep in mind:
- Corded or cordless: Each beard trimmer you run into will fall into one of two categories: It'll either be corded or cordless. There are advantages to both. Corded trimmers don't require you to charge up or replace batteries, while cordless ones don't require a power outlet and are more portable.
- Attachments: Beard trimmers often come with a range of attachments, and how you want to use your beard trimmer could dictate the attachments you need. You'll want to think about how long your beard is, along with whether you want to use the trimmer for hair elsewhere - like the hair on the top of your head in your nostrils.
- Waterproofing: Some people prefer to do their shaving in the shower to make for an easier cleanup, or to simply wash their trimmer under the tap after shaving. If that's you, you'll want to ensure you're getting a waterproof device.
And, of course, the beard trimmer should be safe to use. After research and real-life usage, we have narrowed down the list of our five favorite beard trimmers.
Here are our picks for the best beard trimmers you can buy:
- Best beard trimmer overall: Philips Norelco Multigroom 3000
- Best trimmer for travel: Wahl Lithium Ion Plus
- Best for beard and body: Philips Norelco OneBlade Face & Body Hybrid
- Best easy-to-clean trimmer: Philips Norelco 7200
Updated on 10/22/2019 by Les Shu: Updated pricing, links, and formatting. Added new option for an overall/budget pick. We are currently researching and testing new options for our next update, include respected brands like Panasonic, Andis, and Braun.
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